Singapore International Foundation

About Singapore Internationale

Singapore Internationale (SI) is the Singapore International Foundation’s (SIF) arts scheme that supports the presentation of Singapore's creative works overseas. This grant is open to Singaporeans and Singapore Permanent Residents who are able to present different facets of Singapore to an overseas audience through their talent and creative works in the arts and culture industries.

Since 2000, SI has supported over 220 individuals and groups in presenting their works in some 50 countries. These artists have brought to the international stage a diverse range of art forms including performing arts, literary arts, visual arts, audio and digital art, music, design, and multidisciplinary art.

Through SI, the SIF seeks to promote cross-cultural collaborations and build enduring relationships, bridging Singapore and world communities for a better world.

SI recipients also have the opportunity to participate in the annual Singapore Internationale showcase, a multi-disciplinary display which allows artists to connect with fellow artists and international audiences locally.

Terms of eligibility

• Only Singaporeans and Permanent Residents may apply.
• Individuals or groups may apply for the grant. Informal groups should nominate either an individual or a legally constituted organisation to take legal and financial responsibility for grant administration.
• The proposed work should belong to the fields of the performing art, literary art, visual art, culinary art, digital art, fine art, design, multi-disciplinary art and other creative projects in the arts and culture.
• The proposed work should be showcased overseas on one of the following platforms: exhibitions, performances, international festivals and events. Other platforms will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
• Only finished works will be considered. The grant does not support development costs.
• The grant scheme does not support scholarships and the attendance at workshops/ conferences/ arts market as a participant.
• Groups affiliated to educational institutions are not eligible.

Assessment criteria

• Artistic merit of the project - originality, creativity and clear artistic direction
• Track record of applicant(s) - past works, awards and recognition
• Promotion of cross-cultural understanding and people-to-people ties
• Ability to project and enhance Singapore's image
• Audience reach and extent of exposure
• Merit of event/showcase platform/partner
• Demonstration of good planning - sound budgeting and effective use of resources etc
• Strategy in marketing and promoting the project and SIF

Application notes

• Each individual/group applicant is eligible for a grant amount of up to S$20,000, or typically up to 50% of the qualifying budget (whichever is the lower amount).
• Applicants are encouraged to explore various sources to fund their overseas projects.
• Each individual/group applicant is eligible for up to two successful grants per year based on date of performance/showcase/exhibition.
• The SIF's decision is final and we are unable to entertain appeals.

Application for the SI grant is now open.

Please submit the completed form and all supporting documents to mabel.wong@sif.org.sg or to SIF office at 9 Bishan Place, Level 9, Junction 8 by 24 Feb 2012, 6pm.

Apply for the grant here

Note: All groups are also required to complete and submit Annex A - SI Grant Group Members Details form together with the application form.