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VentureForGood Grant (VFG)

Administered byraiSE· Last verified 23 Oct 2026

Grant of up to S$300,000 for growth-stage social enterprise members of raiSE to scale human-centred social impact (inclusive products, hiring disadvantaged people).

Support
Up to S$300,000; typically reimbursed in three tranches, once every six months.
Maximum funding
S$300,000
How to apply
Email vfg@raise.sg
Apply before starting?
Yes, before any commitment or payment

Recent changes

No 2026 grant call dates found; raiSE marked its 10th anniversary on 8 Jan 2026. Check raise.sg for the next call.

Who is eligible

  • Registered and operating in Singapore
  • Growth-stage social enterprise
  • raiSE member (only members are shortlisted)
  • Locally based and incorporated
  • Grant calls open only in set windows

Quick eligibility check

  1. 1. Is your business a social enterprise with a clear social mission?
  2. 2. Are you (or will you become) a raiSE member?
  3. 3. Is your enterprise at growth stage with trading history?
  4. 4. Is your company incorporated in Singapore?
  5. 5. Is a VFG grant call currently open?
  6. 6. Can you set measurable social impact milestones?

0 of 6 answered.

What it covers

  • Costs tied to social impact milestones (per proposal)

How to apply

  1. Email pitch deck and management accounts
  2. 1-on-1 review with portfolio manager
  3. Shortlisting (raiSE members only)
  4. Submit detailed proposal and financial projections
  5. Pitch to Grants Committee

Processing time: About 3-6 months across stages

Claims: Reimbursement in about three tranches every six months against milestones.

Documents you need

  • Pitch deck
  • ACRA profile
  • Management accounts (up to 2 years)
  • Financial projections (at least 2 years)
  • Founding team resumes
  • Detailed proposal with social impact milestones

Frequently asked questions

What is the VentureForGood Grant?

Grant of up to S$300,000 for growth-stage social enterprise members of raiSE to scale human-centred social impact (inclusive products, hiring disadvantaged people).

How much funding does VFG give?

Up to S$300,000; typically reimbursed in three tranches, once every six months.

Who is eligible for VFG?

Applicants must be registered and operating in Singapore. Growth-stage social enterprise raiSE member (only members are shortlisted) Locally based and incorporated Grant calls open only in set windows

How do I apply for VFG?

Apply through Email vfg@raise.sg. You must apply before the project starts or any payment is made. Processing time: About 3-6 months across stages.

What documents do I need for VFG?

Pitch deck; ACRA profile; Management accounts (up to 2 years); Financial projections (at least 2 years); Founding team resumes; Detailed proposal with social impact milestones.

Sources

Information last verified on 23 Oct 2026. Grant rules change often. Always confirm with raiSE (Singapore Centre for Social Enterprise) before you apply.

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