The FMAS Trampoline Fund supports nonprofit programmes and initiatives that address the longer-term needs of vulnerable groups in Singapore.
The fund helps communities enhance their capability to improve their lives in three domains – education, employment and community well-being.
The name of this fund was inspired by Senior Minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam and we want to provide a trampoline for people to bounce back.
- The COVID-19 pandemic has had a tremendous impact on lives and livelihoods.
- It is imperative that we look ahead to support vulnerable and the disadvantaged in society beyond the crisis.
- The FMAS Trampoline Fund is structured to support initiatives that creates sustainable and lasting change in society to allow the disadvantaged to bounce back and emerge stronger out of this crisis.
THE 2026 GRANT CYCLE IS CLOSED
Please note that submitting an Expression Of Interest does not constitute a full grant application. Our team will review your EOI and reach out only if there is a potential fit with our funding priorities.
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“The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it”
This quote by Robert Swan, captures the spirit of the Trampoline Fund. As a society that has achieved astounding economic success, it is easy to miss those who fall through the cracks. Those who suffer financially and socially often remain invisible.
We take no chances in assuming that there is enough help. We are here to galvanise the financial markets community and move beyond merely meeting basic needs.
The FMAS Trampoline Fund is here to help uplift individuals, build strong families and enable communities to rebound stronger, for a thriving Singapore.
Drama Box: Strengthening communities through shared spaces
Drama Box engages residents through participatory arts to strengthen community bonds and foster a shared sense of belonging in evolving neighbourhoods.
FMAS funding enabled Drama Box to sustain community activation at Cassia Crescent, empowering residents to take an active role in shaping their environment and rebuilding connections.
Starfish Singapore: Creating second chances in education
Starfish Singapore provides a second-chance academic pathway for youths who have left the mainstream school system, supporting them to rebuild confidence and re-engage with education.
With FMAS support, Starfish Singapore piloted Project Ad Astra, creating a safe and structured environment for out-of-school youths to regain stability and continue their learning journey.
ABLE: Enabling pathways to meaningful work
ABLE Singapore supports persons who have acquired physical disabilities to reintegrate into the workforce through holistic rehabilitation and employment support.
FMAS funding enabled ABLE to deliver a more integrated Return-To-Work programme, supporting both clients and caregivers as individuals rebuild their capabilities and transition back into employment.
Grant Panel
Overseeing the grant approval process is our distinguished grant committee:
Mr Jimmy Poh
FMAS Charity Golf & Dinner 2025 Chairperson
Mr Jacky Tai
FMAS President
Mr Leng Hoe Lon
FMAS Deputy
President B
Mr Kenneth Kan
FMAS Honorary Secretary and Board Member, The Majurity Trust
Ms Eileen Chia
FMAS Committee Member
Mr Martin Tan
CEO
The Majurity Trust
The Majurity Trust in partnership with FMAS
Since 2020, The FMAS Trampoline Fund has raised almost $3.8M supporting close to 100 projects. The fund is inspired by a quote by President Tharman Shanmugratnam — that social assistance should serve less like a safety net but a trampoline, enabling those in need not just to survive, but to rebound and thrive.
Grantee Partners
The Majurity Trust in partnership with FMAS
The FMAS Trampoline Fund complements and strengthens existing funding support to nonprofits who are stepping up to address longer-term needs and pressing challenges in Singapore today.
Frequently Asked Questions
1 Who is eligible for the FMAS Trampoline Fund?
A Not-for-Profit entity registered as:
a) A Society under the Registry of Societies (ROS); or
b) A Company Limited by Guarantee (CLG) under the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA); or
c) A Charitable Trust; or
d) Co-Operative registered with the Registry of Co-operative Societies
2 How will the FMAS Trampoline Funds be administered?
a) Applicants are required to complete the FMAS Trampoline Fund Application Form to provide information on the project objectives, milestones and implementation plan.
b) The FMAS Trampoline Fund panel consisting of representatives from FMAS and The Majurity Trust will evaluate the proposals taking into consideration the alignment to the Fund’s objectives, clarity of the programme objectives and its implementation feasibility.
c) If the application is approved, applicants may receive grant funding of 80% of project costs, up to a cap of $50,000.
3 When is the fund application period?
The application period is from 1 July to 15 August 2022.
4 Where can I find the FMAS Trampoline Fund Application Form?
Please submit a grant enquiry via this webpage and we will follow up with you on the application details.
5 When will the application outcome be known?
Applicants will be informed of the outcome within 2 months from the end of grant call.
6 What are the types of projects that will be supported?
The Fund supports projects and initiatives that address longer-term needs of vulnerable groups in Singapore, beyond the current crisis. In particular, the fund seeks to support charities and nonprofits in the following domains:
Education: working with children and youth to build key academic and interpersonal skills;
Employment: helping those from disadvantaged backgrounds find better jobs and build careers;
Community: improving our collective well-being, and communal ability to support families who are striving to do better.
7 What are the conditions of the grant?
a) The programme should commence within 3 months from the approval date.
b) Organisations are required to submit a short quarterly output report, and an impact report upon completion of the project.
8 What expenses can be supported under the Fund?
a) The grant can be used for programme related costs such as internal manpower, venue, transport, material and logistics costs.
b) The grant should not be given out as cash or vouchers to beneficiaries.
9 How much funding is provided?
Successful applicants can receive grant funding of 80% of project costs, up to a cap of $50,000
10 How will the funding be disbursed?
The grant will be disbursed in 2 to 3 tranches based on the project milestones.
11 What is the role of The Majurity Trust?
TMT is the fund administrator for the FMAS Trampoline Fund. We are assisting FMAS to set up and manage the grant disbursement process.
12 Will my donations to the FMAS Trampoline Fund qualify for Tax Deduction?
Yes. As TMT is an IPC organisation, your donations will qualify for 2.5 times tax deduction.
13 What happens to funds that are not disbursed?
Unutilised funds will be donated to a non-profit organisation decided by the grant panel at the end of the fund cycle.
Frequently Asked Questions
1 What are the key dates to take note of?
Application Period: 1 May 2024 to 14 Jun 2024
Clarification Timeline: 17 Jun 2024 to 19 Jul 2024
Application Outcome: End August 2024
2 How do I apply for the grant?
Interested applicants will have to first submit a grant enquiry. Upon which, we will respond with a request for a Concept Note. After submitting your Concept Note, only shortlisted enquirers will receive the Fund Application Form.
Please note that the deadline to submit the Application Form is 14 June 2024.
3 How will the organisations and proposals be evaluated?
Organisations will be evaluated on the understanding and identification of market gap, uniqueness of proposed solution, innovativeness and scalability of solutions, the organisation’s ability to execute the proposed proposal as well as financial and social risks, and how the proposal will benefit the wider community.
4 How much funding is provided?
Successful applicants can receive a grant to fund up to 80% of project costs, capped at $50,000.
5 Are there restrictions on how the funds can be used?
The grant can be used for programme related costs such as internal manpower (related to initiative), venue, transport, material and logistics costs.
6 What are the conditions of the grant?
Grantees are required to submit:
- Half-yearly output reports (by 15 Jan / 15 Jul); and
- An impact report upon completion of the project.
Outputs and outcomes will be worked together with TMT after successfully receiving the grant.
7 How will the funding be disbursed?
The grant will be disbursed in tranches, based on the submission of the above-mentioned project milestone reports.
8 Can I submit more than 1 application to the FMAS Trampoline Fund?
Only one application is allowed per organisation per grant call.
The grant call is open from 2 May to 18 May 2025. Contact grants@majurity.sg for any clarifications.