The FIJI Water Foundation (FWF) applications for the 2024 Community Grants program that assists nonprofit organisations to do innovative work to improve access to health care, education, and economic resiliency for Fijians are now open.
FWF manager, Marie Smith said they we know they can accomplish more to improve the lives of individuals and communities throughout Fiji if they partner with expert nonprofits that have deep connections with the communities, they work in.
“That is what makes our partner-driven approach to grant making so unique,” Ms Smith said.
The Community Grants program directly supports game-changing initiatives focused on improving access to health care, education, and community development.
To be considered for a grant, applicants must operate within one of the four following categories:
- Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, such as installing a borehole in a village or improving existing washroom facilities at a rural school.
- Environmental Sustainability, such as reforestation efforts in fragile ecosystems.
- Health and Wellness, such as purchasing medical equipment for rural health care programs.
- Community Development, such as women’s empowerment programs or leadership development opportunities.
Applicants must be a registered nonprofit organisation in Fiji and complete the online application form in its entirety.
Up to two applications can be submitted per applicant, provided the projects are completed within one calendar year.
All applications must be received by September 30, 2023, to be considered for review.
The 2024 class of Community Grants recipients will be announced by December 2023.
