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My business is not a social enterprise. Can I still apply?

VentureForGood is for social enterprises only. Furthermore, applicants of VFG must be members of raiSE. If you are not a member, sign up today on our website.

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Can I apply for VentureForGood if I am a past raiSE grantees?

VentureForGood is open to past raiSE grantees whose funding agreement has lapsed and there are no outstanding matters.

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Can I apply for VentureForGood if I am an existing raiSE grantees?

VentureForGood is not open to existing raiSE grantees.

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After reading through the FAQs, I still require further clarifications. What should I do?

To find out more about VentureForGood, contact us at VFG@raise.sg for further enquiries.

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Are for-profit social enterprises eligible for PCSEA 2017?

Both for-profit and not-for-profit social enterprises are welcome to apply to PCSEA 2017, as long as they meet the required eligibility criteria .

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My social enterprise/co-operative does not create impact within the social services sector in Singapore. Can I still apply?

Social enterprises and co-operatives are welcome to apply for PCSEA 2017 as long as they meet the required eligibility criteria.

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What happens to my application after it has been submitted?

Your application will be reviewed for completeness, eligibility and adherence to the application guidelines. Incomplete and/or ineligible applications will be rejected. Complete applications that meet the eligibility criteria will be reviewed by the Award Committee. Shortlisted applicants will be notified and site visits or interviews with the Award Committee will be scheduled. Winners will be announced at the Award Ceremony in November/December 2017.

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How will I know if my application has been received?

All applicants will receive an email confirmation once all the required documents for their application have been received. If you have submitted all your documents but have not received a confirmation email, you can write to the PCSEA Secretariat at pcsea2017@raise.sg.

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If my social enterprise has taken part in PCSEA in previous years, can I take part again this year?

If your social enterprise has taken part in either PCSEA 2012 or PCSEA 2013 and/or won in those years, you will be eligible to take part in PCSEA 2017. If your social enterprise has taken part in 2015 but did not win any of the main prizes or commendations, you are also eligible to take part in PCSEA 2017.

However, if your organisation has won in 2015, you will not be eligible to take part in PCSEA 2017. 

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Can I submit more than one application per year?

Each social enterprise can only submit one application per year.

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Whom should I contact if I have further questions?

If you have any further questions pertaining to the application process you may email the PCSEA Secretariat at pcsea2017@raise.sg.

Do note that the PCSEA Secretariat will not provide status updates regarding submitted applications. 

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