Hasanah Special Grant 2025

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:

Education

Community Development

Environment

Arts & Public Spaces

Knowledge

What We Look For

We prioritise organisations that demonstrate full registration with the relevant authorities, audited financial accountability, and active efforts to drive positive change in their communities. Projects with measurable results, scalable ideas, long-term planning, and policymaking potential are highly valued.

What We Do Not Support

Our grants do not cover individual sponsorships, projects outside our nation-building focus areas, political campaigns, commercial purchases or renovations, charitable donations for profit-making activities, ongoing projects already funded by Yayasan Hasanah, or 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 may be eligible for a smaller amount and subject to Hasanah grant governance process.
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


Disclaimer: Approval of funding is subject to Hasanah’s evaluation process, and meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee grant approval.

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.

Disclaimer: The support provided is subject to availability and Hasanah’s discretion. Participation in capacity-building activities does not guarantee grant approval or additional funding.

Get Started

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

How to Apply

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 documentations ready. Kindly refer to the Hasanah Special Grant 2025 – Grant Guideline.
STEP 2: Creating an Organisation Profile
  • If you are eligible. Our team will get in touch with a link to access our Hasanah Application Portal with your log in credential, where you can start your application by updating your Organisation profile.
STEP 3: Completing the Grant Application
  • Once you have updated your Profile, you can start creating new grant application. Please make sure you select the relevant grant cycle.

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

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GET STARTED WITH THE ELIGIBILITY ASSESSMENT

Important Dates to Remember

2 May - 15 June 2025

Open for eligibility and grant applications submission. Provided Hasanah has examined the eligibility documentation.

15 June 2025

Last date to submit grant applications.

Grant Process - Please refer to the grant workflow below for a step-by-step view of our grant process.

Note: The timeline is subject to further revision at the sole discretion of Hasanah

Legal Disclaimer

Please note that all applications submitted to Yayasan Hasanah (“Hasanah”) are subject to our internal evaluation process and strategic considerations. Meeting the eligibility criteria or fulfilling any listed requirements does not guarantee approval, funding, or support.

All decisions on funding are made at Hasanah’s sole discretion and are dependent on various factors, including but not limited to alignment with our priorities, due diligence outcomes, and the availability of resources. Hasanah reserves the right to reject any application without obligation to provide reasons.

Participation in any Hasanah supported programme including capacity-building workshops or events does not constitute or imply a commitment to provide grants or future funding.