The Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) worldwide operating football-related projects are invited to apply for the FIFA Foundation Community Programme.
Donor Name: FIFA Foundation
Country: All Countries
Type of Grant: Program
Deadline: 09/15/2023
Details:
The FIFA Foundation Community Programme works with local projects around the world that use the power of football to effect positive social change and to address the most pressing global challenges facing underprivileged children and young people within the communities in which they operate.
The programme seeks to engage NGOs in a variety of initiatives that contribute to good health and well-being, quality education, gender equality, no poverty, reduced inequalities, peace, justice and strong institutions, and the promotion of decent work and economic growth.
The following kick-off workshops are planned:
- Introduction to the application process of the Community Programme – Monday, 4 September at 14:00 CET
- FIFA Foundation representatives will share know-how regarding how to accurately complete the application and online forms, and explain what documents are required in order for the application to be considered.
- Finance – Monday, 4 September at 15:00 CET
- FIFA Foundation representatives will provide all the tools for NGOs to prepare an accurate budget, highlight the importance of having audited financial statements prepared by an independent accountant, and share accounting best practices.
- (Child) Safeguarding – Thursday, 7 September at 14:00 CET
- FIFA Foundation representatives will explain why your organisation must have a (Child) Safeguarding Policy, the importance of having one, how to prepare one, and introduce participants to the available FIFA Safeguarding courses.
- All workshops will be held in English, with simultaneous interpreting provided into French and Spanish. Recordings of the sessions will be available for those unable to attend live. All workshops will be held online and will be 60 minutes in duration.
Eligibility Criteria
- Be a legal and registered entity with non-governmental status
- Be committed to transparent practices
- Be direct implementers of the proposed activities that use football to address social issues and provide development opportunities for vulnerable people
- Present proposals that include activities that take place regularly
- Be financially sustainable and have a long-term approach
- Be politically and religiously independent and not-for-profit
- Be committed to (child) safeguarding and have a Policy in place
- Not affiliated to competitors of FIFA’s commercial affiliates
- Not be discriminatory in any way
For more information, visit FIFA Foundation.
