An emergency fund for voluntary organisations has been launched to provide assistance to VOs in emergency situations as a direct result of COVID-19.
An emergency fund for voluntary organisation has been launched to provide assistance to Voluntary Organisations (VOs) in emergency situations as a direct result of the COVID-19 pandemic. This Fund is set to assist registered and compliant VOs by providing financial support in case of predicament or exceptional situations. More specifically, the Fund is aimed at:
- aiding VOs whose operations are related to, and essential for, the COVID-19 pandemic
- support VOs which, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, may suffer irreparable damage to their organisation which may result in the closure of the same organisation
- support VOs which, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, may face difficulties to retain and restart the operation at post pandemic stage
The Fund's budget currently amounts to ?125,000 and every voluntary organization may be given a sum of up to ?5,000. The Fund is administered by the Malta Council for the Voluntary Sector. Applications for funding close on 31 July 2020. The Guidelines and application details are accessible.
Originally published 11 May 2020.
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