Archives: Impacts

Live Everyday With Purpose: Azilah’s Story

Azila’s spina bifida story began while she was still in the womb, when her spine and spinal cord did not form properly. The condition has limited her mobility causing her to use a wheelchair since she was young. But instead of letting this affect her life, Azila persevered and managed to become a representative for […]

Overcoming Obstacles and Adversity in Life: Uncle Kim’s Story

Ng Kim Loong, affectionately known as “Uncle Kim”, contracted polio when he was 3 years old and was left paralysed from the hips down. Despite that, he never saw it as a disability, due in part to his friends and family treating him as an equal growing up. Unable to find permanent work, Uncle Kim […]

Cooking with a Disability: Mardiana’s Story

Life as a disabled person in Indonesia is not easy. Mardiana, who suffers from spine abnormalities, was the object of constant ridicule and was made to believe that her disability was a curse. This greatly affected her self-esteem and she struggled to find her place in the community. It was the support from her parents […]

The Strength To Succeed: One Woman’s Story Of Resilience And Courage

As a single mother to 5 small children, Salbiah Abdul Hamid was in a constant state of fear whether she would be able to take care of her family. She was barely keeping her head above water as it is when things took a turn for the worse and she was diagnosed with spinal injury following […]

Resilience And Tenacity Through The Toughest Of Times: Maribeth’s Story

When Maribeth Galleta’s husband walked out on her, she was devastated by the betrayal and terrified at the thought of raising 3 small children on her own. Having been a housewife for close to 10 years, domestic life is all she has ever known. There were days she wanted to shut herself from the world, […]

Growing Through Pain And Suffering: Buavone’s Story

Shortly before her fifth birthday, Buavone Muthavong fell terribly sick. Like so many other poor Laotians, her family was left with two options: wait for the ailment to ‘go away’ on its own or seek alternative ways of treating the illness since getting treatments from the hospital would be too costly. As her condition grew […]

Rising Above By Lifting Others: Mary Anne’s Story

Growing up, Mary Anne Sagao of Taguig City, Philippines showed an affinity for entrepreneurship which translated into her running several businesses from e-loading (sale of phone credits) to selling liquid soaps by the time she reached adulthood. Then in 2018, she was diagnosed with relapsing polychondritis and received news that she had a small tumour […]

Embracing The Uncomfortable: Remington’s Story

Remington remembers feeling “10 feet tall and bulletproof,” he said of his life as a young man. “I dabbled in recreational sports and especially enjoyed riding my motorcycle.” That active lifestyle came to an abrupt halt, however, when he was injured in a motorcycle accident at the age of 25. He was released from the […]

A Woman’s Journey Towards Claiming Her Right to Life

Full Name: Vilma UrtulaCountry: PhillippinesLocation: Manila Batch No.: Pilot, Batch 2Date Trained: 18 – 20 January 2017Disability: Orthopedic disability due to polioBusiness: Sells perfume, dishwashing liquid, fabric conditionerAverage Monthly Income Before: PHP 300Average Monthly Income After: PHP 6,000 Growing up in a community where being different is frowned upon, Vilma struggled to find her voice. She grew up at the receiving end of insults […]

Shattered Father RISES With Hope and Now Raises Faith in Others

Full Name: Zulkifflee Bin HussinCountry: Malaysia Batch No.: Phase 2, Batch 22Date Trained: 9 – 11 April 2016Disability: Paralysed waist down (wheelchair user)Business: Food Stall and Raft HouseAverage Monthly Income Before: RM 2,000Average Monthly Income After: RM 8,000  A noble effort twisted the fate of Zulkifflee, a sole breadwinner in his family, when he suffered injury to his spine causing permanent disability. His intentions […]

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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.