The 2026/27 School Care Subsidy Scheme is now accepting applications from schools, with a deadline of September 30.The Scheme aims to encourage student music groups from kindergartens and primary, secondary, post-secondary and special schools to serve the community through providing free on-site music performances for the elderly, special school students, people with disabilities, new immigrants, ethnic minorities and the beneficiaries of social welfare organisations — fostering social integration and harmony.Organised by the Music Office of the Leisure and Cultural Services Department, the Scheme provides each successful applicant school with a maximum subsidy of $2,200 to cover costs including transportation, allowances for professionals, and miscellaneous items.Successful applicant schools must complete their performances between December 2026 and March 2027. Outstanding teams will be invited to perform at the Gala Concert to be held in April or May 2027.For scheme and application details, please visit the Music Office website:https://www.lcsd.gov.hk/en/mo/activities/communityprogrammes/care_and_concern_concerts.htmlOver 500 school music groups have participated in the School Care Subsidy Scheme since its launch in 2009. The scheme is sponsored by the Sino Group.