I am sure many of you have heard about the special vouchers, tax rebates, cultural passes, and community grants being introduced. This article aims to simplify the details of these measures, designed to foster a sense of pride and unity among Singaporeans while supporting various sectors across the nation.

As part of the Budget 2025 announcements, Singapore marks its 60th year of independence with a series of celebratory measures known as the SG60 initiatives. Unveiled by Prime Minister and Finance Minister Lawrence Wong, these initiatives aim to enhance community well-being, promote cultural engagement, and support economic stability.

* Do note this is by no means a replacement for the official announcement of the authorities but rather to simplify and create understanding. For complete details, please refer to the official announcement on the official website.

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SG60 Goodie	Eligibility	Details

SG60 Vouchers

Singaporeans aged 21 and above

$800 for seniors aged 60+, $600 for ages 21-59, valid until Dec 31, 2026

Personal Income Tax Rebate

All resident taxpayers

60% rebate, capped at $200, for tax payable in 2025

SG60 Baby Gift

Singaporean babies born in 2025

Special gift package, more details to be shared

SG60 Rental Support for Hawkers and Stallholders

Hawker centre and market stallholders

$600 one-off rental support, details from government agencies

SG Culture Pass

Singaporeans aged 18 and above

$100 in credits for arts and heritage activities, valid from Sept 1, 2025 to Dec 31, 2028

SG60 ActiveSG Credit Top-up

Singapore citizens and permanent residents who sign up as ActiveSG members

$100 credit top-up, $200 for new members, valid for ActiveSG facilities and programs

Measures to Encourage Philanthropy

The arts and heritage sector, local charitable causes, and those who give to them

Matching grants for donations, up to $1.50 per dollar for sustained giving

More Grants for Self-Help Groups

The Chinese Development Assistance Council, Yayasan Mendaki, the Singapore Indian Development Association, and the Eurasian Association

$60 million over five years to improve community programs

1. SG60 Vouchers

• Eligibility: Singaporeans aged 21 and above.

• Amount: $800 for those 60 and over, $600 for ages 21 to 59 in 2025.

• Availability: July, with seniors prioritized.

• Usage: Acceptable at all businesses that take CDC vouchers, with specific spending guidelines.

2. Personal Income Tax Rebate

• Eligibility: All resident taxpayers.

• Claim Process: Via RedeemSG through Singpass, with assistance available at community centres.

• Benefit: 60% rebate on 2025 tax bills, capped at $200.

• Automatic application by the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore.

3. SG60 Baby Gift

• Eligibility: Singaporean babies born in 2025.

• Details: To be announced in early March.

4.SG Culture Pass

• Eligibility: Singaporeans aged 18 and above.

• Benefit: $100 in credits for local arts and heritage activities.

• Validity: Credits valid from September 1, 2025, to December 31, 2028.

• Details: Credits can be used to purchase tickets for eligible local performances, exhibitions, and experiences like learning tours and participatory workshops. Further information on how to claim these credits will be released by the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth.

5. SG60 Rental Support for Hawkers

• Eligibility: Stallholders at government-run hawker centres and markets.

• Benefit: One-off $600 support.

6. SG60 ActiveSG Credit Top-Up

• Eligibility: Singapore citizens and permanent residents who are ActiveSG members.

• Benefit: $100 top-up for existing members, $200 for new members.

• Use: For ActiveSG facilities and programs.

7. Measures to Encourage Philanthropy

• Benefit: Enhanced matching for donations through various initiatives and funds.

• Details: Extension of matching schemes and support for arts and heritage charities.

8. More Grants for Self-Help Groups

• Benefit: Additional $60 million in grants over five years for key community organizations to expand and improve their programs.