Hasanah Special Grant 2024

Change happens when we work together

Grant

Long-lasting change cannot be achieved alone. Instead, it takes many people, groups and communities, working together towards a common goal. That is why our partners are important to us. With grants awarded once a year, we support programmes that are aligned to the following focus areas:

Checklist

What We Look For

Full registration with the Registrar of Societies (ROS) or the Registrar of Companies (ROC) or Social Enterprises registration with Ministry of Entrepreneurship and Cooperatives Development (MECD) or the Trustees (Incorporation) Act 1952 or the Trade Licensing Ordinance (for Sabah & Sarawak) for at least 2 years
Audited financial accounts or annual report submission to ROS or annual income tax submission to Inland Revenue Board for 2 consecutive years (over the past 3 years)
Active efforts to drive positive change in the community
Projects which give measurable results
Ideas and initiatives which are replicable or scalable
Long-term thinking and planning
Potential to become a voice in policymaking

What We Do Not Support

Individual sponsorships, including those for participation in workshops, seminars, or studies
Projects which are not aligned with our focus areas
Projects which promote political campaigns and/or political in nature
Purchase of equipment or purchase/renovation of buildings for commercial purposes
Projects primarily aimed at charitable donations and profit-making activities
On-going projects which are already funded by a Hasanah grant
Faith-based activities

On Funding

Depending on the duration and nature of each project, the grant amount we offer may vary. A maximum of RM2,500,000 can be awarded for projects spanning over three years, while pilot projects and shorter projects are eligible for a smaller amount.

We focus on achieving long-term impact. To this effect, we provide two types of funding:

Organisational Development Funding (ODF) aimed at strengthening our partners’ operations
Programme Management Funding (PMF) aimed at supporting the sustainability of initiatives

Beyond Funding

In addition to the grants awarded, we seek to support our partners in capacity building. Through mentorships, trainings, networking opportunities, best practice advice, and more, we provide them with the knowledge and skills to better strategise and lead, opening doors to greater impact in the long run.

How To Apply

Before applying, we highly encourage you to read the grant guideline, glossary, sample of application, and templates provided below. Click to read!

What To Expect

STEP 1: Eligibility Assessment

Our grant application process starts with an Eligibility Assessment, which all applicants have to go through.

Before submitting your Eligibility Assessment, please be sure to have the following documentation ready:

Your certificate of Registration from either the Registrar of Companies or the Registrar of Societies or Social Enterprises registration with Ministry of Entrepreneurship and Cooperatives Development (MECD) or the Trustees (Incorporation) Act 1952 or the Trade Licensing Ordinance (for Sabah & Sarawak)
Audited financial accounts or annual report submission to ROS or annual income tax submission to Inland Revenue Board for 2 consecutive years (over the past 3 years)

Our team will take 1-5 working days to determine if you are eligible.

STEP 2: Creating an Organisation Profile

If you are eligible, our team will get in touch with a link to access our grant portal where you can start your application by first creating your Organisation’s Profile.

STEP 3: Completing the Grant Application

Once you have created your Profile, you will be re-directed to a page where you can start your grant application. Each organisation may submit more than one grant application, but be sure to keep one application to one specific project.

Download the templates below and upload the completed forms when you are submitting your grant application.

Important Dates to Remember

1 – 26 April 2024

Open for eligibility submissions

1 April – 19 May 2024

Open for grant applications and provided Hasanah has examined the eligibility documentation

19 May 2024

Last date to submit grant applications

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