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Community Silver Trust (CST)

Administered byMinistry of Health logoAIC· Last verified 23 Oct 2026

Government dollar-for-dollar matching of donations raised by community care providers to build capacity, capabilities and services.

Support
1:1 matching of eligible donations from the previous year; no cap stated.
Maximum funding
No fixed cap published
How to apply
AIC (cst@aic.sg / AIC Relationship Partner)
Apply before starting?
No

Recent changes

No 2025/2026 changes found; application windows July and November each year.

Who is eligible

  • Registered and operating in Singapore
  • Registered Institution of a Public Character (IPC)
  • Receives MOH and/or MSF funding for community care services

Quick eligibility check

  1. 1. Is your organisation an Institution of a Public Character?
  2. 2. Do you receive MOH and/or MSF funding for community care services?
  3. 3. Did you raise eligible donations last year?
  4. 4. Will you use the funds for capacity, capability, new services or operating costs?

0 of 4 answered.

What it covers

  • Capacity expansion
  • Capability building (e.g. technology adoption)
  • New or enhanced services
  • Recurrent operating expenses

How to apply

  1. Raise donations during the year
  2. Apply in July or November to match the previous year's donations

Claims: Matched grant per AIC approval.

Documents you need

  • IPC status proof
  • Donation records for previous year (audited)
  • Proposed use of matched funds
  • MOH/MSF funding agreement details

Frequently asked questions

What is the Community Silver Trust?

Government dollar-for-dollar matching of donations raised by community care providers to build capacity, capabilities and services.

How much funding does CST give?

1:1 matching of eligible donations from the previous year; no cap stated.

Who is eligible for CST?

Applicants must be registered and operating in Singapore. Registered Institution of a Public Character (IPC) Receives MOH and/or MSF funding for community care services

How do I apply for CST?

Apply through AIC (cst@aic.sg / AIC Relationship Partner).

What documents do I need for CST?

IPC status proof; Donation records for previous year (audited); Proposed use of matched funds; MOH/MSF funding agreement details.

Sources

Information last verified on 23 Oct 2026. Grant rules change often. Always confirm with Ministry of Health before you apply.

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