Not Boring Microfund

A small, personal pot for the little things that make film culture a bit more fun

Current Open Call

1 - 31 March 2026

What it supports

  • Translation and interpretation for publications and events

  • Printing for newsletters, zines, stickers, programme notes

  • Honoraria for speakers, moderators, writers

  • Offbeat screenings, talks, small community experiments

  • Work that makes film more accessible or enjoyable for audiences

  • Projects led by women, queer, and grassroots practitioners in/from Asia

What it doesn’t support

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    Catering, venue rental, marketing, or general operating costs

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    Travel or accommodation

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    Subscriptions, ticketing, or passes

How it works

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Quick facts

Annual pool of S$1,000

Microgrants of up to S$300 each

2 open calls in March and October

1

Say what you want to do

Drop me an email with a short paragraph — what are you doing, and for whom? Why would this make film culture a little more fun? How would you use the money?

Max 250 words total

2

I get back to you

I read everything (it’s just me) and aim to respond within 2 weeks after each call closes.

As the annual pool is small, many good ideas may not receive support.

3

You do the thing

If supported, go ahead and do the thing. Afterwards, send me a short note and a photo or link.

If anonymity matters, let me know.