NAC Capability Development Grant (NAC CDG)
· Last verified 8 Nov 2026Supports arts practitioners and organisations to build capabilities through training, professional development and organisational development.
- Support
- Individuals: up to 70% of a realistic budget, up to S$20,000 per financial year. Self-employed persons: up to 90%, up to S$20,000 per financial year. Collectives, non-profit and for-profit organisations: up to 70%, up to S$75,000 per financial year. For-profit organisations: up to 50%, up to S$75,000 per financial year (as listed in NAC's table).
- Maximum funding
- No fixed cap published
- How to apply
- OurSG Grants Portal
- Apply before starting?
- Yes, before any commitment or payment
Recent changes
Same cycle dates as P&P (General); next deadline 15 Dec 2026, 11:59 PM SGT (notified by 26 Feb 2027; projects from 15 Apr 2027). Page updated 5 Nov 2026 with 2027 cycle dates, including 13 Aug 2027.
Who is eligible
- Singapore arts practitioners or arts organisations (per NAC criteria)
Quick eligibility check
- 1. Are you a Singapore arts practitioner or arts organisation?
- 2. Is the activity a capability-building activity (training, development)?
- 3. Will the activity start after the cycle's earliest start date?
- 4. Can you fund your own share of the budget: at least 50% for a for-profit company, 30% for individuals, collectives and non-profits, or 10% if self-employed?
0 of 4 answered.
What it covers
- Training and courses
- Professional development
- Organisational capability building
How to apply
- Pick the cycle. Upcoming deadlines: 15 Dec 2026 (23:59 SGT; notified by 26 Feb 2027; projects from 15 Apr 2027), 15 Apr 2027, 13 Aug 2027 and 15 Dec 2027 (see the official page for notification dates).
- Await notification
Claims: Per NAC Letter of Offer.
Documents you need
- Capability development plan
- Course/programme details and costs
- CV / organisation profile
- Budget
Frequently asked questions
What is the NAC Capability Development Grant?
Supports arts practitioners and organisations to build capabilities through training, professional development and organisational development.
How much funding does NAC CDG give?
Individuals: up to 70% of a realistic budget, up to S$20,000 per financial year. Self-employed persons: up to 90%, up to S$20,000 per financial year. Collectives, non-profit and for-profit organisations: up to 70%, up to S$75,000 per financial year. For-profit organisations: up to 50%, up to S$75,000 per financial year (as listed in NAC's table).
Who is eligible for NAC CDG?
Singapore arts practitioners or arts organisations (per NAC criteria)
How do I apply for NAC CDG?
Apply through OurSG Grants Portal. You must apply before the project starts or any payment is made.
What documents do I need for NAC CDG?
Capability development plan; Course/programme details and costs; CV / organisation profile; Budget.
Sources
Information last verified on 8 Nov 2026. Grant rules change often. Always confirm with National Arts Council before you apply.
