Version: 1Oct16

CCF Grant - Capacity & Capability Development Application Form

Co-operatives must complete the information in Section A, B, C and submit the relevant project details.

Section A: Particulars of Co-operative
Name of Co-operative:
Address:
Date of Registration:
Business Activity:
Affiliated to Singapore National Co-operative Federation:
Section B: Project Request
Please check () the relevant funding requested.
i)Each category is available every 3 years
  1. Facility Enhancement ______
  2. Info-Communication Technology (ICT) – Hardware ______
  3. ICT – Software & Systems ______

ii)Categories available annually
  1. Training ______
  2. Consultancy Services ______
  3. Statutory Audit Fee ______
  4. Outsourced Internal Audit ______

Section C: Details of Funding Request (Attach additional pages if needed)
Total Project Cost: / Amount of Funding Required:
Project Duration:
Commencement Date: / Completion Date:
Purpose of Project:
Impact (deliverables and benefits) to the co-operative’s future operations/business:
Section D: Conditions Precedent
1)The Co-operative is registered with Registry of Co-operative Societies.
2)The Co-operative is not aware of any other funding available to them except the CCF Grant.
3)The project’s objectives align with the CCF Grant’s priorities.
4)The Co-operative has not awarded the project (where applicable) prior to receiving CCFC’s approval.
Section E: Submission Checklist
Please submit the completed CCF Grant Application Form with the following information / documents:
  • Completed Grant Application Form to be signed by the Chairman of the co-operative.
  • A minimum of three quotations from the vendors must be obtained and have been subjected to proper procurement procedures on due diligence check to ensure best deal. (Applicable to Section B, item (i) Facility, Hardware & Software/systems and (ii e) Engagement of a Consultant and (ii g) Outsourced Internal Audit.
  • The Co-operative’s latest audited financial statements.
  • Letter of Endorsement from the Co-operative’s Committee of Management indicating their evaluation and support of the request.
  • Any other additional information & supporting documents that you consider may aid in the evaluation process.
  • Additional Documents or information:
For Capability Development, Info-Communications Technology (Hardware) and Software & Systems (available once in 3 years):
  • Pre-approval of these grants by CCF Committee is required
For Training (available annually):
  • Cover Letter from the Chairman of the Co-operative
  • Registration Form
  • Invoice
  • Certificate of Attendance
  • Course Outline (For SNCF’s approval, if the course is not facilitated by SNCF)
For Consultancy Service (Hiring of a CPA/Professional Accountant) (available annually):
  • Cover Letter from the Chairman of the Co-operative
  • Employment Letter to demonstrate that the employee is a confirmed full time staff of the co-operative.
  • Professional qualification of the co-operative’s certified public accountant.
  • The employee plays a key role in the co-operative’s Finance Department.
  • Agreement and brief description on the profile of the consultant (where applicable, e.g.
engagement of a consultant)
For Statutory Audit Fee (available annually):
  • AGM Form
  • Audited Financial Statements
  • Audit Fee Invoice (with evidence of payment)
For Outsourced Internal Audit (available annually):
  • This grant is only available to credit co-ops who is registered with Registry of Co-operatives Societies
  • Internal Audit Fee Invoice (with evidence of payment and indicate the audit scope covering members’ loans and/or members’ deposits)
  • Internal auditors are from accounting/audit firms that provide Internal Audit services

Section F: Declaration
I declare that the information provided in this application form is true and correct. I also understand that the application for the quantum of the grant is subjected to CCF approval.
Signature of the Co-operative Chairman: ______
Name of Co-operative Chairman
Contact Telephone:
Fax:
Email:

Send your Application to:

CCF Secretariat

Singapore National Co-operative Federation

510 Thomson Road, #12-02 SLF Building

Singapore 298135

Website:

Tel: 66020747

Fax: 62599577