
Recognition
Be recognised as a purpose-driven business creating a positive impact
Since 2015, DBS Foundation has provided more than SGD 21.5 million in grant funding to over 160 social enterprises and SMEs to scale their business models and deepen their impact. We're immensely proud of this impact community and what they've gone on to achieve.
Our flagship DBS Foundation Grant has nurtured a strong network of Businesses for Impact across Asia. From 2024, the grant has focused on scaling innovative social enterprises (SEs) and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that help create a more inclusive world and bring enduring change to vulnerable communities in Asia.
Browse our grantee directoryWe are looking for innovative businesses that improve the lives of those in need so that they can be more socially and financially resilient. Moreover, as life spans increase, we want to support solutions that enable people at all life stages to age with dignity, purpose and joy. If your business provides essential needs or fosters financial inclusion, we invite you to apply to the grant.
An innovative business and impact model that shows potential to scale
At least 2 years of track record in delivering and measuring social impact with vulnerable communities
Clear and focused plans to use the grant funding to commercialise and scale the business and impact over the next 2 years
Strong leadership with a clear commitment towards building a sustainable business for impact. Strong team with relevant expertise and experience.
Businesses must be registered and operating in one of the 6 markets that DBS operates in: Singapore, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia or Taiwan.
Please note that entities that are registered as not-for-profit, sole proprietorship, charities, religious organisations for religious purposes, election campaigns, general fund-raising drives or event sponsorships will NOT be eligible for the grant.
The DBS Foundation Grant aims to catalyse the growth of businesses so as to scale their impact on those in need. The grant purpose should therefore have a clear breakdown on how the funds will help achieve the stated purpose. Poorly substantiated grant requests will be rejected.
Funds can be used for various growth initiatives, including but not limited to, entering new markets, R&D into new products, enhancing product or service offerings, and building infrastructure required for growth.
Importantly, the business should demonstrate a clear path to financial sustainability after the grant funding.
The DBS Foundation Grant provides holistic support to scale up the business and impact of both Social Enterprises & SMEs.
Please note that applications for the DBS Foundation grant is to be made online by clicking on the button above. DBS Foundation does not process any application through any channel partner and/or third party. DBS Foundation does not charge any fee for processing and application. Submission of an application does not guarantee eligibility for the DBS Foundation Grant. DBS Foundation reserves the sole discretion and right to determine whether an interested applicant will be shortlisted for further evaluation and/or consideration.
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