Before you apply

1. Learn more about Animated Short Film Initiative (AFSI) on the Singapore Film Society (SFS) website.
   
   
2. Download and read the ASFI Application Guidelines (PDF).
   
   
3. Make sure your business, animated short film and project qualify. Call SFS if you need help.
   
   
4. Prepare the supporting documents listed in the ASFI Application Guidelines (PDF). E.g. synopsis, storyboard or script, budget, production schedule.

5. Download and complete the AFSI Application Form (PDF).
   
   
6. Submit the application form and supporting documents to:
   
   Animated Short Film Initiative
   Singapore Film Society
   121A Devonshire Road
   Singapore 239882
   
   
7. Wait 6 weeks for MDA’s reply.
   
   
8. Both successful and unsuccessful applicants will be notified on the outcome of their applications. Shortlisted applicants may need to attend a joint interview by MDA and SFS.

9. Receive MDA’s Letter of Offer.
   Read the terms and conditions inside the Letter of Offer.
   
   
10. Wait 60 days for first portion of the grant.
    
    
11. Start on your project.
    You must complete your project within 1 year of the date on the Letter of Offer.

12. Complete your project.
    
    
13. Prepare a 2-page project development report that covers:
    
    
    • the project development process
    • observations
    • lessons learnt
    • future plans
    
    
14. Submit claim form together with:
    
    
    • a full budget report
    • receipts of expenditure
    • 2-page project development report
    
    
15. Wait 90 days for MDA to approve your claim.
    The second half of the grant or remaining claims, whichever is less will be disbursed to you.