Venture Center

DBS Foundation Grant

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Organization
DBS Foundation
Fund type
Grant
Source
Non-Government
Status
Active
Focus area
Biotech, Medtech, Health & rehabilitation | Agriculture, food and nutrition | Edtech, Fintech | Other sectors
Target
Private Limited Company | Limited Liability Partnership | Registered Partnership
Fund range
Rs. 50 lakhs- Rs. 2cr
Fund stages
D. Technology Scale-up/ Validation / De-risking | E. Market Entry | F. Expansion

Businesses providing essential needs or fostering financial inclusion are eligible for application..

Purpose

The grant is for innovative businesses that improve the lives of those in need so that they can be more socially and financially resilient.

This includes businesses which  provide access to areas such as food and nutrition, basic education, and healthcare, including mental health, equipping people with tools to better manage daily stress, build self-esteem, and foster stronger community connections. Also businesses which provide skills and tools to improve financial and digital literacy, and improve access to upskilling opportunities for better employability are included in the program.

Businesses must be registered and operating in one of the 5 markets: Singapore, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia or Taiwan.