Temasek Foundation Inspire Fund For Athletes

What are the application periods?

The application periods are listed in  the table below. Each application period corresponds to a specific competition period and applications will only be evaluated during the evaluation period. Applicants are advised to plan for their application according to the dates in the table below.

    *SportSG/NYSI reserves the right to amend the timelines should there be further changes.

What are the qualifying costs?

1. Airfare
2. Accommodations 
3. Travel Visa
4. Travel Insurance
5. Competition Registration Fees
6. Equipment Fees
   -  The usage of the equipment is directly linked to the sport
   - Only allowed to claim once per year

An assessment panel (comprising of SportSG staff) will review applications based on the following considerations:

1) Applicant

• For individual applicants, you must be a Singapore Citizen
• For team applicants, a mixed team consisting of Singapore Citizens and Singapore Permanent Residents can be considered
• Not currently a carded athlete, and not receiving support from a National Sports Association funded directly by SportSG
• Track record in the sport
• Selection by the sport's National Sports Association to represent Singapore (if applicable)
• Performance potential - The selection panel will take into consideration the performance potential of the applicant(s), their performance track record in the sport and commitment to prepare for competition. 

2) Competition

• Sanctioned by the sport's International Federation or National Sports Association
• Regional or international level
• Quality or strength of the competitor field
• Significance and prestige of the competition
• To provide a confirmed competition date at the date of the application