Canada Fund for Local Initiatives

For more than three decades, Canada has funded modest development assistance projects in developing countries through the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). The CFLI is a programme that supports small-scale projects proposed and implemented by local NGOs and other civic organisations, such as local community councils, cooperatives and women’s groups.

What types of organisations are eligible to apply for the CFLI?

Eligible applicants:

• local non-governmental, community-based and non-profit organizations;


• local academic institutions working on local projects;


• international, intergovernmental, multilateral and regional institutions, organizations and agencies working in local development, governance and human rights activities; municipal, regional or national government institutions;


• Canadian non-governmental and non-profit organizations working in local development, governance and human rights activities.

 

Project priorities/sectors

• Enhancing stability and security;


• Advocating for inclusive and accountable governance, peaceful pluralism, respect for diversity and human rights;


• Promoting gender equality and empowering women and girls;


• Climate change and improving environmental sustainability;


• Promoting the sustainable development of the green economy

 

Funding

CFLI financial support is limited to a minimum of CAD $ 15,000 (approximately 20.000 KM) and a maximum of CAD $ 45,000 (approximately 60.000 KM). Projects must last at least four (4) months and no more than seven (7) months. Project activities funded by CFLI must begin no earlier than 15. July 2016. and be completed no later than 15. February 2017.

The deadline for submitting applications is 24 June 2016.

More information at:    http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/hungary-hongrie/development-developpement/CFLI-FCIL.aspx?lang=eng