Inclusive Arts Award

SUPPORTING AND RECOGNISING ARTISTIC EXCELLENCE

At North East CDC, we are committed to celebrate and uplift artists with disabilities. We introduced two prestigious awards: one recognising overall artistic achievement, and another honouring excellence in painting.

Kiat Lim-Shaping Hearts Awards

The Kiat Lim-Shaping Hearts Award is designed to nurture artists with disabilities throughout their artistic journey, from early education to professional development. The award consists of a scholarship, bursary and early intervention grant category to provide financial assistance for persons with disabilities to pursue art. It recognises the artistic achievements of persons with disabilities (PWDs) and aims to make art education more accessible, especially for those facing financial constraints. The award is supported by a S$1,000,000 commitment over five years from Kiat Lim, a new patron of Shaping Hearts. The funds ensure that PWDs can access opportunities to facilitate their artistic pursuits, empowering them to explore their creativity and develop essential skills for personal growth and development.

Application for 2025 Awards open now till 31 Jan 2025: go.gov.sg/klsha25

Neo Kah Kiat Arts Award

The Neo Kah Kiat Arts Awards recognise artistic excellence among artists with disabilities. This award celebrates diverse talents across various art disciplines, showcasing exceptional work by persons with disabilities and promotes inclusivity. By honouring these achievements, we aim to elevate the visibility of artists with disabilities and their valuable contributions to the arts community.

For more information, visit Shaping Hearts website.