O V E R S E A S Y O U T H

P R O G R A M M E G R A N T

OBJECTIVE APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Administered by the National Youth Council, the Overseas Applications should be made on prescribed forms available from
Youth Programme Grant (OYPG) provides seed money to the National Youth Council or from the NYC website at
help develop and strengthen the capabilities of youth www.nyc.gov.sg.
organisations and youths through engagements in overseas
programmes. Applications are open throughout the year.
CONDITIONS
a. NYC’s support should be acknowledged on all publicity
ELIGIBLE PROJECTS materials.
b. NYC should be informed of any changes to the proposed activity
(A) Overseas Youth Organisation Development or programme.
Programme (For youth organisations) NEW! c. Successful applicants are required to submit the following within
two months from the end of the activity or event:
OYPG supports Youth Organisation capability (i) Evaluation report; and
development initiatives such as: (ii) Certified statement of accounts

Joint overseas youth projects with overseas

youth or youth related organisations that will CLOSING DATE
create long term sustainable strategic Applications must be made on prescribed forms at least two months
alliances. before the date of the proposed activity & sent to:

Trips to learn new youth development tools National Youth Council

that will benefit local youth organizations and International Affairs Section
youths. 113 Somerset Road
National Youth Centre
(B) Overseas Youth Development Programme Singapore 238165
(For youth organisations and individuals.
Application is open to Singapore Citizen or
Singapore Permanent Resident aged 15 to 30 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
years old.) NYC reserves the right to review, withdraw or suspend the grant in
full or in part if any of the rules and instructions are not complied with.
OYPG supports youth participation in the following
areas: NYC reserves the right to reject any application without disclosing the
reason for doing so.

International Competitions / Challenges /
Performances that will bring prestige to Please refer to Annex A for Frequently Asked Questions on
Singapore. OYPG.

International Conferences of repute that enrich

youth organisations /youths and benefit the For enquiries, please contact:
local community and youth sector.
Hoon Shi May
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 68399 132
In assessing applications, the following factors will be Hoon_Shi_May@pa.gov.sg
considered :
OR

At least 70% of the itinerary/programme must
be dedicated to objectives that are supported Iris Aw
under the respective grant schemes. 68399 135

The programme must be secular in nature. Iris_Aw@pa.gov.sg
Programmes that proselytise, or have
inflammatory remarks or racial elements, or
involve partisan political agenda would not be
funded.

Demonstration of good planning, sound
budgeting and effective use of resources

Commitment to sustaining and advancing the
vibrancy of the youth sector in Singapore.

Applicant’s track record of active involvement
in youth development.

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 Annex A of Brochure

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ON OVERSEAS YOUTH

PROGRAMME GRANT (OYPG)

Objective
Q1 What is the purpose of OYPG?
A1 The Overseas Youth Programme Grant (OYPG) provides seed money to
develop and strengthen the capabilities of youths and youth organisations
through engagements in overseas programmes. This is in line with the Vision
for Youth Development. NYC’s focus is to encourage youths to serve the
community, dare to live their dreams, adopt a “can do”, “never say die” spirit
and to have the courage to “walk the talk”. In short, we hope to nurture
“World-Ready Youth”, youth with the values, outlook and skills to thrive and
succeed in a global environment and yet maintain strong ties with their
families, the community and Singapore.

Eligible Projects
Q2 What kind of overseas programmes are eligible?
A2 OYPG will fund overseas programmes under the following two broad
categories:

(a) Overseas Youth Organisation Development Programme

include:

i. Joint overseas youth projects with overseas youth or youth

related organisations that will create long-term sustainable
strategic alliances.

ii. Trips to learn new youth development tools that

will benefit youths and organisations.

For study trips on new youth development tools, the applicant is required to
submit an implementation plan to show how the community or organisation can
benefit from the study trip.

(b) Overseas Youth Development Programme include:

i. International Competitions / Challenges / Performances

that brings prestige to Singapore,

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 ii. International Conferences of repute that benefit local
community and the youth sector.

For participation in International Seminars / Forums / Conferences,

applicant is required to submit an implementation plan to show how the
community or organisation can benefit from his or her participation in the
programme.

Eligibility
Q3 Who can apply for OYPG?
A3 Applicants of OYPG must be:
(a) Registered organisations engaged in youth or youth-related
activities e.g. youth organizations and educational institutions; or

(b) Individuals who are members of youth or youth related

organisations.

However, individuals can only apply for grant under the Overseas Youth
Development Programme of the OYPG. Applicants are NOT eligible for this
grant until they have submitted feedback & evaluation reports on the use of any
previous OYPG given by NYC.

Quantum of funding
Q4 How much is the funding from OYPG?
A4 As OYPG is meant as seed money, funding is up to 50% of allowable
project cost. For organisations receiving public funding from other government
agencies or organisations for the same programme, funding from these
agencies or organisations will be taken into account when determining the
grant.

Q5 Is there any limit on the total amount of YDF that an organisation

can receive?
A5 Each organisation can only receive up to $10,000 per calendar year.

Application
Q6 When can I apply for OYPG?
A6 You can apply for OYPG throughout the year. Applications must be
made on prescribed forms at least two months before the date of the proposed
activity.

Q7 What are the types of joint overseas youth programmes that my

organisation can organise with our overseas counterpart?
A7 Programmes must enhance Youth Development, promoting World
Ready Youth. More importantly, you must provide NYC with the masterplan
(using prescribed OYPG application form), highlighting how long-term

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sustainable alliance with your overseas counterpart would benefit youth and
your organisation.

Q8 What do you mean by “at least 70% of the total duration of the
programme must be dedicated to objectives that are supported under the
respective grant schemes”?
A8 This is to ensure that OYPG is used to serve the real purpose of the
overseas programme. For example, applicants, for trips to discover or learn
new youth development tools, should not spend more than 30% of the total
duration on non-related activities such as sightseeing, trekking, etc. Travelling
time will not be considered as part of the total duration of the project.

Approval
Q9 How long will the approval process take?
A9 You will be notified of the outcome of your application within two
weeks of receipt by NYC (provided that the application is complete and
satisfactory). NYC will release 60% of the approved amount to be funded upon
approval.

Q10 What must I do to receive the remaining 40% of the grant?

A10 The remaining of 40% of the approved amount will only be released
upon satisfactory examination of the evaluation report and statements of
accounts. NYC reserves the right to review, withdraw or suspend the grant in
full or in part if any of the rules and instructions are not complied with.

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