Arts Development Fund for Persons with Disabilities

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Description

The Arts Development Fund for Persons with Disabilities (Arts Fund) has been set up to subsidise eligible organisations for organising various time-limited arts programmes or activities for persons with disabilities (PWDs). The Arts Fund is administered by the Secretariat to the Arts Fund by Social Welfare Department (SWD), and overseen by a management committee (MC). The objectives of setting up the Arts Fund are to enhance arts knowledge of PWDs, foster their interests in arts and explore their potential through the provision of elementary and continuing arts programmes and help PWDs who have great artistic potential to strive for excellence and develop their career in performing, visual and creative arts.

Key details

Max amount per application: HK$750,000
Application cycle: Deadline
Max programme duration: 36 months
Expected processing time: 6 months
Website: swd.gov.hk/en/pubsvc/rehab/cat_fun…
Email: swdenq@swd.gov.hk
Phone: 2892 5133 / 2892 5522

Grant conditions & requirements

Only for Section 88 charities

Eligibility criteria

Target Beneficiaries: Primary: Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Hong Kong across all ages. Secondary: Arts practitioners and tutors specializing in inclusive arts. Eligibility Criteria for Applicants: Must be a non-profit NGO with tax-exempt status under Section 88 of the Inland Revenue Ordinance. Must have at least two years of experience in organizing structured arts activities or training for PWDs. Can apply individually or as a joint application with other eligible service units.

Grant conditions

Project Nature: Proposals must be non-profit and focus on elementary/continuing arts training or professional career development for PWDs. Procurement: Strict rules apply (e.g., at least 2 quotations for items over $5k; 3 written quotations for items over $10k; open tender for items over $500k). Virement: Shifting funds between different projects or service units is strictly prohibited.

Geographic scope

Hong Kong

Focus areas

Reporting requirements

Grantees must submit audited financial statements and progress/evaluation reports as per the schedule in the service agreement.

Known successful applicants

Hong Chi Association Hong Chi District Support Centre - N.T. (North District), Hong Kong Blind Union Oi Man Services Centre, Hong Kong PHAB Association Corporate Communication and Development Section

About the provider

Social Welfare Department

Type of funder: Government

Disclaimer

Last updated: 10 April 2026

Information provided may be inaccurate or outdated. Details about this funding opportunity are based on publicly available information and should be independently verified. Read full disclaimer.

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