Link Together Initiatives 2025/26 – Open for Application
Established in 2013 by Link REIT, Link Together Initiatives supports eligible charitable organisations to implement innovative projects across three focus areas: Environmental Sustainability, Inclusion and Active Ageing and Youth Empowerment in the communities near Link’s properties to advance sustainable development in society. Since its inception, the Initiatives has earmarked HK$158 million to support more than 190 community projects with 18 million target beneficiaries. Link Together Initiatives 2025/26 is now open for eligible charitable organisations to apply. The granted projects will be commenced from October 2025. The application schedule is as follows: Application Period: 24 March to 30 April 2025, 23:59 (Late applications will NOT be considered) Review, Select and Interview: May – June 2025 Result Announcement: August 2025 Interested and eligible charitable organisations must complete and submit the online application by deadline at (submission via fax or email will NOT be accepted): https://www.linkreit.com/en/community/link-together-initiatives Detailed information about eligibility, selection criteria, application form and other relevant templates can be found at the Link Together Initiatives webpage. For enquiries, please contact Ms. Ivy Tiu at 2876 2495 or Ms. Melody Ho at 2864 2945. Email: [email protected] Link Asset Management Limited commissioned HKCSS to be the consultant of “Link Together Initiatives” programme to send this email ...
HSBC Hong Kong Community Partnership Programme 2025 – Open for Application!
Application period: From 3rd March to 10th April 2025 (12nn) The HSBC Hong Kong Community Partnership Programme 2025 is now accepting application until Thursday, April 10, 2025, at 12:00 noon. Applicants are encourage to review below presentation materials and videos to gain more insight into this year's programme focus and derive inspiration, which will help to design an effective project proposal. Programme Introduction and Video Clips (Includes Tips for Writing Project Proposals): https://bit.ly/3F2FGvb Presentation (including programme application guidelines, please read carefully): https://bit.ly/4bnc4oa With the funding HKD18 million from The Hongkong Bank Foundation in 2025, the HSBC Hong Kong Community Partnership Programme (CPP) continues to drive innovative district-based initiatives to disadvantaged groups, fostering community growth, cooperation with social inclusion and building a sustainable and resource-efficient future. Support innovative district-based community initiatives across 18 districts in Hong Kong, help disadvantaged communities build resilience and become future-ready and promote financial fitness and sustainable living. Funding focuses: Youth or Elderly, and their carers. In addition, cross-generational inclusion initiatives are welcome. Innovative projects with the following characteristics will be prioritised: Collaborating with different partners, such as NGOs, social enterprises, etc. Donation for each project ranging from HKD500,000 to HKD1,000,000; Project duration up to 12 or 18 months. Applicants must be non-profit organisations registered under Section 88 of the Inland Revenue Ordinance (Cap112) for at ...
HKEX Charity Partnership Programme
Since 2020, HKEX Foundation has set up the HKEX Charity Partnership Programme (The Programme) to support impactful long-term community projects run by local charitable institutions. This year, in partnership with The Hong Kong Council of Social Service, the Programme aims to give back to the community based on four focus areas: Financial Literacy, Diversity and Inclusion, Poverty Relief and Environmental Sustainability, addressing various social and environmental challenges. Application Details Date of Application The Programme will accept online application from 23 September to 24 October 2024 at 5 p.m. Eligibility Local charitable institutions that are: registered under Section 88 of the Inland Revenue Ordinance (Cap 112) for at least 3 years (Since 24 Oct 2021) Funding Amount The funding amount for each proposed project should range from HKD500,000 to HKD5,000,000. Duration of Each Project The duration of each proposed project should be 12, 24 or 36 months. (Starting from 1 April 2025 and to be completed on 31 March 2026, 2027 or 2028. Each project will have a 1-month preparation period before project launch) Vetting Criteria Vetting Criteria Weighting Relevance with The Programme’s focus areas Aligns with the HKEX Foundation’s focus area(s) 10% Project output, outcome and social impact Good understanding on the root cause of the ...
HSBC Hong Kong Community Partnership Programme 2024 – Result Announcement
Launched in 2012, the HSBC Hong Kong Community Partnership Programme(“CPP”) has been supported by the Home Affairs Department, the Social Welfare Department and The Hong Kong Council of Social Service (HKCSS). CPP aims to inspire district-based community initiatives to foster a more inclusive society. Also, it encourages cross-sector collaboration to address the social needs of local districts and help charities and community organisations in Hong Kong build capacity. In 2024, HKD18 million is allocated for supporting 31 projects under CPP. HSBC Hong Kong Community Partnership Programme 2024 funding projects: District Organisation Name Project Name Hong Kong Island MFMW Limited Harmony in Diversity: Bridging Generations and Cultures through understanding and collaboration Methodist Centre The most familiar parting moment Methodist Centre LOVERS Awareness Group The Warehouse Teenage Club Limited Creative Maker in Practice at Community Hong Kong PHAB Association Happy Ageing Lifelong Learning Scheme 2.0-Let's Fly High Methodist Centre Muscular Again Kowloon East Fullness Social Enterprises Society Limited SEnSE: Nature Peer Community Project The Hong Kong Chinese Christian Churches Union The Last Equation Hong Kong Family Welfare Society Journey to Financial Empowerment for Silver Age Kowloon West The Society for the Aid and Rehabilitation of Drug Abusers Growing up hand in hand ...
HKEX Impact Funding Scheme (Applications Closed)
HKEX Foundation has set up the HKEX Impact Funding Scheme (the Scheme) to support recognised Social Enterprises (SEs). The Scheme, in partnership with The Hong Kong Council of Social Service (HKCSS), aims to support SEs which have a clear social mission, revenue model, and a proven track record, to develop impactful and sustainable projects based on four focus areas: Financial Literacy, Diversity and Inclusion, Poverty Relief and Environmental Sustainability, serving a wide spectrum of people in need in our community and addressing various social and environmental challenges. Application Details Date of Application The Scheme will accept online application from 3 July to 1 August 2024 at 5 p.m. Eligibility Social Enterprises (SEs) that are: Listed on the Social Enterprise Directory (SED) managed by the HKCSS; or Accredited under the Social Enterprise Endorsement (SEE) Mark administered by the Hong Kong General Chamber of Social Enterprises (HKGCSE); or Previously or currently supported by the government’s SE funding schemes, such as The Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Fund (SIE Fund); Enhancing Self-Reliance Through District Partnership Programme (ESR); and Enhancing Employment of People with Disabilities through Small Enterprise Project (3E) Funding Amount The funding amount for each proposed project should range from HKD800,000 to HKD2,000,000. Duration of Each Project ...