The KGL Foundation is excited to announce its 2023 Call for the submission of Expressions of Interest (EOI) for 2025 projects, under the theme "Tackling Social Development Concerns in Ghana III." This initiative seeks to support community-driven projects that promise to make lasting, positive changes in the lives of underserved and disadvantaged communities across the country.

As a civil society organization founded in 2021, the KGL Foundation works to advance the corporate social responsibility and charitable initiatives of the KGL Group. This year's call is focused on providing opportunities for Ghanaians to become self-reliant and self-sufficient, while contributing to broader international and national development goals such as the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, Africa’s Agenda 2063, and Ghana’s Coordinated Programme of Economic and Social Development Policies (CPESDP) 2021-2025.

 

Objective: Building Capacity and Empowering Communities

The 2023 Call for EOIs is aimed at funding projects that significantly enhance the capacities of local communities and individuals to combat poverty, improve health and well-being, promote education, empower youth entrepreneurs, and provide platforms for showcasing Ghanaian arts and culture. These projects must align with the Foundation’s commitment to collaboration, innovation, and empowerment.

The Foundation will offer grants between GHS 20,000 and GHS 250,000 for exceptional proposals that demonstrate a strong potential for positive, sustainable impact. The projects must be designed to address economic or social challenges at the community level and contribute to long-term development.

 

Priority Areas

Proposals submitted under this call must focus on one or more of the following key thematic areas:

Youth Empowerment and Entrepreneurship Education Health Sports Development Arts and Culture

In keeping with the KGL Foundation’s strategic focus, the program prioritizes initiatives that promote the empowerment of girls and women, with 40% of the grant pool reserved for projects that demonstrate potential for creating economic opportunities for these groups.

 

Eligibility Criteria

The call is open to non-profit organizations, NGOs, and community associations registered with the Government of Ghana. Eligible projects must be sustainable and community-centered, with clear benefits to local populations. Proposals should outline how the project will continue to have a positive impact after the grant period ends.

Projects that generate income must ensure that any proceeds are equitably distributed within the community, and not for private or commercial gain. The KGL Foundation also encourages proposals that demonstrate a clear plan for implementation within 12 months of receiving funding.

 

Application Process

Interested organizations can download the concept note template and grant guidance notes from the KGL Foundation’s website at www.kglfoundation.org/grant-details   Completed concept notes should be submitted via email to [email protected], with a copy to [email protected].

 

Submission Deadline

The deadline for the submission of concept notes is 29th September 2024 at 23:59 (GMT).

 

Empowering Change in Ghana

This call for EOIs reflects the KGL Foundation’s enduring commitment to fostering lasting, community-driven development in Ghana. By supporting innovative, grassroots initiatives, the Foundation is helping to pave the way for a more inclusive, empowered, and self-reliant society.

For more information on how to apply, visit the KGL Foundation website and download the grant application materials.