NCCA's Mandate
Pursuant to Sec. 8 of RA No. 7356- Formulate policies for the development of culture and the arts
* To coordinate & implement the overall policies and program of attached agencies on the development of culture and arts as stated under Executive Order No. 80
* Administer the National Endowment Fund for Culture and the Arts
* Encourage artistic creation within a climate of artistic freedom
* Develop and promote the Filipino national culture and arts; and
* Preserve Filipino cultural heritage