Archives: Impacts

Helen Manjan: Guardian of the Pua Kumbu Legacy

Born and raised in Rumah Gare, a renowned Iban longhouse in Kapit, Sarawak, Helen Manjan anak Atong inherited more than the art of pua kumbu weaving—she inherited the responsibility of preserving one of Borneo’s most treasured cultural traditions. A third-generation weaver, she carries the sacred seven-generation authority to lead the Ngar ceremony, an ancient ritual […]

Stories Of Success From Maybank Women Eco-Weavers, Indonesia

From the lands of East and Central Lombok, Sawah Lunto and Tanah Datar, Indonesia, come stories of hungry stomachs, empty pockets and brokenness, transformed into lives of relative abundance. Inak Dedek: Joy In Numbers Inak Dedek used to weave on her little porch between working odd jobs at a nearby farm. A widow with 3 […]

Vanntha Ngorn: Inspiring A New Generation On Weavers

Vanntha Ngorn is the founder of Color Silk, a social enterprise, with a mission to preserve the art and culture of silk weaving, while reducing poverty in Cambodia. She is also the inspiration behind the Maybank Silk Weaving Training Centre. Vanntha’s mother was a weaver, one of a diminishing number of artisans who retained the […]

Seng Kim : New, Guaranteed Income From Mulberry

Seng Kim is a 47-year-old woman living in Veng village, Takeo province. Kim and her husband, who is a farmer, have 3 children. Besides growing rice, Kim’s main income is from making a hand-made, Khmer rice noodle called Num Banh Chork. Kim recently joined the Maybank Women Eco-Weavers Programme to grow mulberry trees and has […]

Washing Away Difficulties to Succeed

Full Name: Balamurugan A/L ShanmugamBatch No.: R19 Ipoh, Phase 3Date Trained: 16 – 18 Nov 2018Disability: Visual Impairment due to AccidentBusiness: Runs a Car WashAverage Monthly Income Before: RM3000Average Monthly Income After: RM7000Participant of Maybank R.I.S.E. ProgrammeProvides part-time job opportunities for students Balamurugan was once a healthy young man until one day an unfortunate accident caused him to lose sight in his […]

Rising Up from Failure and Inspiring Others

Full Name:  Napoleon CastillonCountry: Phillippines Country: Manila Batch No.: Pilot, Batch 2Date Trained: 18 – 20 January 2017Disability: Disability due to polio (wheelchair user)Business: Food SupplementAverage Monthly Income Before: RPHP 0Average Monthly Income After: PHP 35,370  Spock is married and has 5 children. As if being a wheelchair user is not enough of a challenge for his family, one of his children also has kidney problems. […]

Bejeweling Community through RISE

Full Name: SARASWATHY A/P RAJOOBatch No.: R13, Johor Bharu, Phase 3Date Trained: 28 – 30 Sept 2018Disability: Physically disable due to accidentBusiness: Sells Homemade Door Mat and JewelleryIncome Before: RM 800Income After: RM3,800Participant of Maybank R.I.S.E. ProgrammeCreated job opportunity for other single mothers to work with her. Saraswathy is a widow with 4 children. Due to an accident in the year 2000, […]

Art & Soul: Sivan’s Story

Sivan Sibounheuang of Vientiane, Laos, has always had a passion for drawing and painting. In between helping his parents earn some money for the family, Sivan can be seen doodling on paper scraps. When a tragic accident left him with severe burns and the loss of both arms, it was a devastating blow to his […]

Turning Challenges Into Opportunities: Julia’s Story

In 2010, cancer was the last thing on Julia Anday’s mind. One day, she was healthy and the next, she wasn’t. The mother of three, who lives in the province of Laguna, Philippines, went in for a normal check-up one day expecting to be treated for a stomach ache, as she had been having sharp […]

From Struggle To Success: Hazellina’s Story

Hazellina is no stranger to hardship. In the early months following her divorce, stress and fear trailed her like a shadow, constantly reminding her of her financial fragility. As a partially deaf single mother, she worked long hours as a masseuse to support her 5 children. In 2017, Hazellina took the jump and ventured into […]

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Have questions about partnering with Maybank Foundation for BSAS 2027? Find out more about the programme, application requirements and selection process below.

A. About BSAS 2027

  1. What is the Balai Seni Art Series (BSAS)?
    The Balai Seni Art Series (BSAS) is a Maybank Foundation initiative that supports the development and appreciation of arts and culture through programmes that nurture artistic talent, preserve cultural heritage and create meaningful opportunities for arts and cultural practitioners and communities.

  1. What programmes are open for applications under BSAS 2027?
    Organisations may apply to partner with Maybank Foundation under any of the following programmes:

        • MyTIGER Values Art Competition (MTVAC)
        • Cultural Art Showcase and Bazaar (CASB)
        • Maybank Foundation Artist Fellowship Programme (MFAFP)
        • New Arts & Culture Programme – an open-concept programme for proposed arts and culture initiatives. 

  1. Can an organisation apply for more than one programme?
    Yes. Organisations may apply for one, multiple or all four programmes. A separate proposal, including the proposed approach, implementation plan and budget, must be submitted for each programme applied for.

B. Eligibility and Requirements

  1. Who is eligible to apply?
    Registered organisations with relevant experience and capabilities in arts, culture or creative programme delivery across ASEAN are invited to apply. Applicants should demonstrate their ability to develop, manage and deliver programmes aligned with the objectives of the selected BSAS programme.

  2. Can organisations based outside Malaysia apply?
    Yes. Eligible organisations from ASEAN Member States may apply. Organisations outside Malaysia should submit the equivalent legal registration or establishment documents recognised in their respective countries.

  3. Can an organisation apply if it has not previously partnered with Maybank Foundation?
    Yes. Organisations that have not previously worked with Maybank Foundation may apply, provided they meet the eligibility requirements and can demonstrate relevant experience, capabilities and a suitable approach to delivering the proposed programme.

  1. What should be included in the proposal deck?
    Each proposal deck should be tailored to the selected programme and include the following:

    1. Programme Overview: Proposed concept, objectives and alignment with the selected BSAS programme.
    2. Approach and Value Proposition: Programme design, delivery approach and the needs or opportunities addressed.
    3. Target Beneficiaries and Intended Impact: Target audience, expected reach, key outcomes and measurable impact.
    4. Scope of Work and Deliverables: Key activities, implementation plan, timeline, milestones and expected outputs.
    5. Partnership and Delivery Capability: Proposed team, relevant experience, key partners and resources required.
    6. Budget and Funding Request: Itemised budget, funding requested and any co-funding or other resources, where applicable.
    7. Sustainability and Scalability: Plans to sustain outcomes, extend impact or scale the programme beyond the implementation period.
    8. Monitoring and Evaluation: Proposed indicators and methods to track progress, measure results and report impact.

  1. What supporting documents must be submitted?
    Applicants should provide the required organisational information, relevant legal registration or establishment documents, and a proposal deck for each programme selected. Additional information or supporting documents may be requested during the assessment and due diligence processes.

C. How to Apply

  1. How can an organisation submit an application?
    Interested organisations should complete the BSAS 2027 Partner Application Form through the application link provided on Maybank Foundation’s website. Applicants must select their preferred programme(s) and upload the corresponding proposal deck for each programme.

  1. What is the application deadline?
    The application deadline is 8 November 2026, 11:59 PM MYT (UTC+8). Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications and supporting documents before the deadline to allow sufficient time for review.

  1. What happens after an application is submitted?
    Applications will undergo an evaluation process to assess their suitability for the selected programme. Shortlisted organisations may be contacted for further information, clarification or supporting documents and may be required to undergo Maybank Foundation’s due diligence, compliance checks and procurement processes.

  1. What happens if an application is incomplete or additional information is required?
    Maybank Foundation may request clarification, additional information or supporting documents where necessary. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that their submissions are complete and that the information provided is accurate.

D. Evaluation and Selection

  1. How will applications be evaluated?
    Applications will be assessed based on their alignment with the objectives of the selected BSAS programme, the strength and relevance of the proposed concept, expected outcomes and impact, implementation approach, organisational capability, budget and overall feasibility.

  1. Does submitting an application guarantee selection or appointment as a programme partner?
    No. Submission of an application does not guarantee selection or appointment as a BSAS 2027 programme partner. All applications are subject to evaluation and the relevant approval, due diligence and procurement processes.

  1. When will successful applicants be notified?
    Applications will be evaluated from 9 November to 15 December 2026, with the selection outcomes scheduled for consideration by the Maybank Foundation Board. Further information on the announcement of successful applicants will be communicated when available.

E. General Enquiries

  1. Who can I contact if I have further questions?
    For enquiries regarding the BSAS 2027 Partner Application, please contact Maybank Foundation through the general enquiry in the “Who We Are” section provided on the website.