Funding Guide for NGOs and CBOs

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Funding Guide for NGOs and CBOs

JAMAICA SOCIAL INVESTMENT

FUND

“Investing For Community Development” 1c-1f Pawsey Rd

Kingston 5, Jamaica Tel: 929-1620, Fax: 926-3414,

Email: [email protected], www.jsif.org

Updated March 2006


Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF) Funding Guide for NGOs and CBOs

The information provided in the Guide is intended to serve as a quick reference for NGOs and CBOs seeking alternate sources of funding. It will assist groups in identifying the most appropriate potential source of funding for their project as well as it will assist funding agencies in directing groups to the more suitable agencies. The organisations profiled in the Guide have been categorised according to their areas of interest and these are laid out in the table of contents. In many cases organisations will appear in more than one category as their interests cover a broad spectrum. Organisation profiles are filed alphabetically in the Guide, therefore, once having identified your area of interest, locate the relevant organisations in alphabetical order in the Guide. Additionally, located at the back of the Guide is an index of the organisations with page numbers, for easy reference. The funding profile offers an overview of the mission or the goals of the organisation as it relates to funding. It stipulates which groups are eligible for funding and what criteria must be met in order to qualify for funding. Generally, the type of funding provided is grants and in some cases this is supported by offers of scholarships, training, equipment and so on. Restrictions or funding ceilings if they exist are noted, as are availability of funds and application procedures. Application procedures vary among the organisations, some more straightforward than others. There is an indication where Brochures are available and it advisable that groups/organisations utilise these, as they are very useful in illustrating what past projects the organisations have been involved with. There is also a 'Tips and Checklist' entry included to assist users of the Guide in making their selections and for preparation of applications.

This Guide was first compiled in May 1999. Updated in July 2000, July 2001 and March 2006. Compiled by Deborah Duperly-Pinks, Consultant


Contents Areas of Interest Organisation

� Agriculture & Technology Caribbean Conference of Churches

Caribbean Regional Human Resource Development Programme for Economic Competitiveness (CPEC)

� Arts & Culture Bob Marley Foundation

Canada Fund Cecil .B. Facey Foundation Grace Kennedy Foundation NCB Group Foundation Seprod Ltd. UNESCO/Culture UNESCO/Education,Culture& Communication

� Child/Youth Development Bob Marley Foundation

Canada Fund Caribbean Conference of Churches Citibank N.A. Environment Foundation of Jamaica Seprod Ltd. UNICEF

� Communications/Mass Media UNESCO/Media

UNESCO/Education,Culture& Communication

� Community Development Caribbean Conference of Churches

CVSS/United Way Environment Foundation of Jamaica Grace Kennedy Foundation Grace & Staff Community Development Foundation Jamaican Self-Help Partners Multicare Foundation PACT Scotiabank Jamaica Foundation Urban Renewal Trust Fund USAID

� Development Projects/HRD Embassy of Japan

European Union IDB NCB Group Foundation PACT

UNDP


UNFPA � Education Bernard van Leer Foundation

Bob Marley Foundation Canada Fund Cecil.B. Facey Foundation Grace Kennedy Foundation Grace & Staff Community Development Foundation HEART/NTA ICWI Foundation Jamaican Self-Help Partners Life of Jamaica Ltd. Multicare Foundation NCB Group Foundation Scotiabank Jamaica Foundation UNESCO/Education, Culture & Communication USAID

� Environment C.B. Facey Foundation

Caribbean Conference of Churches Environment Foundation of Jamaica European Union IDB Life of Jamaica Ltd. UNDP USAID

� Gender Caribbean Conference of Churches

UNDP UNFPA

� Health Bob Marley Foundation

Canada Fund Cecil.B. Facey Foundation Citibank N.A. European Union Grace Kennedy Foundation PAHO/WHO Life of Jamaica Ltd. NCB Group Foundation Scotiabank Jamaica Foundation UNFPA USAID

� Housing Food for the Poor

Jamaica National Building Society Foundation

� Infrastructure European Union

Food for the Poor Jamaica Social Investment Fund Sports Development Foundation UNESCO/Media


� Organisational Development/ Strengthening Environment Foundation of Jamaica

Jamaica Social Investment Fund UNDP

� Philanthropy & Volunteerism ICWI Foundation � Poverty Alleviation

Canada Fund Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany Enhancing Civil Society Project European Union Food for the Poor Grace & Staff Community Development Foundation IDB Jamaica Social Investment Fund UNDP

� Private Sector & Trade Department for International

Development (DIFID) - Enterprise Development Fund European Union IDB UNDP

� Sports Carreras Sports Foundation Cecil .B. Facey Foundation Grace Kennedy Foundation Life of Jamaica Ltd Multicare Foundation Sports Development Foundation

� Tourism Caribbean Conference of Churches CPEC Department for International

� Training CPEC HEART/NTA


Tips & Checklist

TTIIPPSS � Make a list of all the organisations that reflect your area of interest - prioritise

them for best fit. � Think creatively - can your project fit into other areas of interest apart from the

obvious ones? � If any of your list of organisations have brochures, make sure you collect and

read them. They provide valuable information on successful past projects. � Re-examine your project by asking the following questions: -

� How can it be made more innovative? � Is the main objective stated clearly? � How will the project be sustained after the initial funding? � Have you clearly identified whom the project will benefit? � Have you clearly indicated who will manage the project, and how?

� Read the Application procedures for each organisation very carefully. Some organisations have a two-step process whereby they want a letter or application first, followed up a full project proposal.

� Check out the organisation's website if they have one and if you have access to the Internet.

� Try and get your correspondence/proposals typed up if possible.

CCHHEECCKKLLIISSTT Does your area of interest match with the funding organisation? □ Have you collected & read the Brochures? □

Is the type of funding offered what you really need? □ Is the amount of funding you need under their funding ceiling? □

Are you sure your group is eligible? □ Do you need to be registered? □ Does your project fit their stated criteria? □ Have you checked to see if there are any Restrictions? □ Do you need to have an application form from them? □ Do you need to submit a proposal right away? □

Do you need to include a budget? □

Are funds available all year round? □ Do you have to apply by a certain time of year? □ Have you sent a covering letter to the Contact person? □ Have you kept copies of your letters, applications & proposals? □


ORGANISATION

Bernard Van Leer Foundation

Mail: P.O. Box 82334 2508 EH The Hague

The Netherlands Tele: 31 70 3512040 Fax: 31 70 3502373

e-mail: [email protected] Web: http://www.bernardvanleer.org

Contact Person: Mr. Huub Schreurs, Regional Officer

Area of Interest: Early Childhood Education Mission: � The mission of the Bernard van Leer Foundation is to enhance opportunities for children 0 - 8

years growing up in circumstances of social and economic disadvantage. Type of Funding: � Grants Eligibility: � NGOs � CBOs Criteria: � Projects that deal with developing local context appropriate approaches to early childhood

care � Projects that deal with the sharing of know how in the area of early childhood development Restrictions: � Has to be approved by the Bernard van Leer Foundation (Netherlands) Funding Ceiling: � None Availability of Funding: � Specific time periods as determined by van Leer Foundation Application Procedures: � Submit proposals directly to Regional Officer � Recommendation for submission of a proposal from the Regional Officer March/2006


ORGANISATION

Bob Marley Foundation 56 Hope Road

Kingston 6 Tele: 978-2929/2991

Fax: 978-4906 e-mail: [email protected]

Website: [email protected]

Contact Person: Ms. Stephanie Marley, Director Mrs. Jacqueline Stewart, General Manager

Area of Interest: Health, Education, Youth Development, Arts & Culture (Arts & Culture relate to musical development, black history and African heritage) Mission: � To preserve and continue the work of the Hon. Robert Marley in the enlightenment of the

mind and the enhancement of individual and community development. Type of Funding: � Grants � Scholarships � Specific Events Eligibility: � CBOs � Individuals (Youth & Elders) � Schools Criteria: � Project funding is available for projects that involve:

� Sustainable livelihood in education and community development � Participation of children in programmes that enhance the arts and the cultural

environment � Programmes that enhance the health of elders

Restrictions: � No government bodies Funding Ceiling: � Not specified, but depends on the type of project Availability of Funding: � Ongoing Application Procedures: � All requests must be submitted in writing. � Requests are then reviewed by the Foundation then followed up by - � Verification of authenticity of need for project and impact of the project � The Board of Directors will give final approval/disapproval March/2006


ORGANISATION

Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (Canada Fund) (funded by CIDA)

Canadian High Commission 3 West King House Road

Kingston 10 Tele: 929-3597/8, 929-9238

Fax: 929-3599 E-mail: [email protected]

Contact Person: Ms.Effie McDonald, Canada Fund Co-ordinator

Area of Interest: Poverty Alleviation, Culture, HIV Aids, Basic Health and Nutrition, Basic Education, and Child Protection Mission: � To contribute to sustainable development in Jamaica through enabling the most vulnerable

groups and communities to become self-reliant. Type of Funding: � Grants Eligibility: � NGOs � CBOs � Local Institutions Criteria: Each financial year the Canadian High Commission decides on a new theme. Organisations must be involved in these areas. The themes for the year 2005 -2006 are as follows: � (1) activities to help the elderly, including veterans � (2) activities aimed at improving the living condition of orphans, abandoned children and

other disadvantaged youth � (3) initiatives to assist, among others, the physically and mentally handicapped � (4) activities that contribute to the preservation of Jamaica’s history and culture Restrictions: � No funding of individuals Funding Ceiling: � Cdn$10,000.00 Availability of Funding: � Ongoing Application Procedures: � All applications must be submitted in the form of a project proposal based on the guidelines

available from the CIDA - Project Support Unit at the above address � Funding is made available approximately three weeks after project is approved March/2006


ORGANISATION

Caribbean Conference of Churches 14 South Avenue

Kingston 10 Tele: 926-7114/7007


Contact Person: Reverend Livingston Malcolm, Senior Programme Officer

Area of Interest: General Developmental Projects � Areas of interest include: Community Development, Disaster Relief, Applied Appropriate

Technology, Human Rights, Environmental Concerns, the External Debt, Alternative Tourism, Agriculture, Women, Youth and Family Life

� Projects include Community based enterprises, conference attendance, seminars and workshops.

Mission: � To promote Ecumenism and Social Change in Obedience to Jesus Christ and in Solidarity

with the Poor. Type of Funding: � Grants � Loans Eligibility: � CBOs Criteria: � Proposals must be channelled through a Church � Proposals must be shown to be sustainable, for consideration Restrictions: � No funding of individuals Funding Ceiling: � US$7,500. per year, for three years Availability of Funding: � Limited, as funding pool is for entire Caribbean region Application Procedures: � Submission of project proposal using CCC proposal form. (The CCC is willing to help with the

development of the proposal) � The organisational committee considers the proposal. � Funding committee meets every 3 months *Brochures March/2006


ORGANISATION Carreras Sports Foundation

c/o Radio Jamaica Ltd. 32 Lyndhurst Road

Kingston 5 Tele: 926-1100 Fax: 929-7467

Contact Person: Mr.Gary Allen, Director of Operations

Area of Interest: Sports Mission: The main objectives of the Foundation are: � To promote and encourage a knowledge and appreciation of Jamaican sports in all its

aspects and forms for the benefit of the public of Jamaica. � To foster good sportsmanship in Jamaica � To give encouragement in sports to the youth of Jamaica � To promote participation and development in all forms of sports of Jamaicans � To give recognition to outstanding achievement in sports in Jamaica Type of Funding: � Grants Eligibility: � CBOs � NGOs � National Sporting Organisations Criteria: � Grants are given to National Sporting Organisations for participation in sporting events at the

National, Regional or International levels. � To fund programmes of training � To meet administrative expenses Restrictions: � Proposals should either be channelled through the appropriate National Sporting

Organisation or include a letter of support from such an organisation Funding Ceiling: � None Availability of Funding: � Ongoing, however, Proposals must be submitted before November 30th of each year in order

to be considered for the next financial year Application Procedures: � Written proposals to be submitted to the above address outlining details of the

project/programme showing support from the appropriate Sporting Association March/2006


ORGANISATION The Cecil B. Facey Foundation

c/o Pan-Jamaican investment Trust Ltd. 60 Knutsford Boulevard

Kingston 5. Mail: 184a Constant Spring Road, Kingston 8

Tele: 929-4510 Fax: 929-5766

Contact Person: Mrs. Yasmin E. Fenton

Area of Interest: Health, Education, the Arts, Environment, and Sports Mission: � The objective of the Cecil B. Facey Foundation is to promote deserving causes for the

upliftment and benefit of the people of Jamaica with particular emphasis being given to education, health and culture

Type of Funding Grants will be given either: � In the form of a scholarship � Cash donations for building, machinery, equipment, supplies and other start-up costs for a

project � Travel, rent, materials and personal expenses required for an individual to devote their time

exclusively to a project � Risk capital to carry out an experimental programme � An allowance to support operational expenses and provide a needed public service Education: � Scholarships, primarily for undergraduate studies at local tertiary institutions � Projects at the basic, primary and secondary level, including construction, engineering and

architecture. Health: � Grants - to established health institutions � Grants - in response to community appeals � Geriatrics and pharmaceutical research Culture:

+

Sport: � Including teaching and training Eligibility: � Basic Schools � NGOs � CBOs � Individuals

+ The Foundation also places emphasis on the Fine Arts although the type of grant is not spelled

out.


Criteria: � Preference will be given to specific projects that encourage the self-help and self-

improvement of the individual, group or corporate body � Preference will also be given to new and imaginative projects that fall within the specified

areas of interest Restrictions: � Grants will be for one year's duration Funding Ceiling: � Maximum of J$50,000. (Minimum J$5,000.) Availability of Funding: � Ongoing Application Procedures: � Submit as much supporting information as you think necessary, including a budget A letter must be included, not exceeding one page in length summarising the following: � Nature of project and reason for request � Length of project � Total funds required from the Foundation and state the percentage this sum represents of

the total project cost � If ongoing project, show how it will be supported on conclusion of funding (i.e. after one year) � Name of individual/organisation who will account for funds spent at end of funding period *Brochures March/2006


ORGANISATION Citibank N.A.

63-67 Knutsford Boulevard Kingston 5

Tele: 926-3270-83 Fax: 929-3745

e-mail: [email protected]

Contact Person: Mrs. Ruth Malcolm, Public Relations Officer

Area of Interest: Health, Children's Needs Children's Needs includes a focus on education Mission: � Citibank strives to be a responsible corporate citizen by supporting organisations and

programmes within our area of focus. � Our priority in community development is improving the quality of life of the less fortunate in

the society with a definite emphasis on children Type of Funding: � Grants Eligibility: � NGOs � CBOs Criteria: � Proposals should reflect areas of interest with emphasis on children's needs Restrictions: � Prefer not to fund operating expenses Funding Ceiling: � None Availability of Funding: � Ongoing Application Procedures: � Written requests giving project details should be submitted to Alethea Masters of the Country

Corporate Office at the above noted address. � All requests will receive a written response March/2006


ORGANISATION CVSS/United Way of Jamaica

Coronation Building 122 - 126 Tower Street

Kingston Tele: 922-9425-7 Fax: 922-1033

E-mail: [email protected]

Contact: Mrs. Winsome Wilkins, President/CEO

Area of Interest: Community Development Mission: � To increase the organised capacity of people to care for one another. Type of Funding: � Grants Eligibility: � NGOs � CBOs Criteria: � Projects must meet community needs. � A registered PVO

+ must sponsor CBO projects.

(PVO must sign contract on their behalf).

Restrictions: � Specific funding categories are decided from year to year by an allocation committee, but

usually include projects relating to Early Education, Skills Training, Health and Community Development.

++

Funding Ceiling: � No ceiling. Availability of Funding: � Ongoing, Projects are funded for 1 year at a time, based on availability of funding. � Applicants are invited to call in for specifics. Application Procedures: � Complete and submit a Project Application form, available at United Way offices. � A technical panel reviews the application and a site visit and agency interview is arranged. � An allocation committee makes the final decision. *Brochures March 2006

+ PVO - Private Voluntary Organisation

++ Community Development may include Community Centres, Basic Schools, training of

Caregivers etc.


ORGANISATION

Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany 10 Waterloo Road/P.O. Box 444,

Kingston 10 Tele: 926-6728/9 Fax: 929-8282


Contact Person: Mrs. Maria Friedrich-Boeger Chancellor &Deputy Head of Mission

Area of Interest: Poverty Alleviation Mission: � Support of small scale Community and NGO projects addressing basic needs of the

population Type of Funding: � Grants Eligibility: � CBOs � NGOs � Churches � Co-operatives � Schools � Hospitals Criteria: � The organisation responsible for the project should not be in a position to provide finance on

its own. � The community must be directly involved in the completion of the project and be the prime

beneficiaries. � Project must be completed end of fiscal year for the funds being made available. � All materials required for the project should be obtained locally. Restrictions: � Funds may not be used for costs, salaries or other personnel cost, including travel expenses. Funding Ceiling: � J$300,000. Availability of Funding: � From 1st January to 30th September. � Applications are screened at the beginning of the Embassy's budgetary year (Jan/Dec.) � Availability is limited due to budgetary constraints Application Procedures: � Applications may be submitted year round. � They must be detailed and informative and include a project outline, cost estimate, time scale

for project and at least two original pro-forma invoices.


� A final decision is made by the end of the year and after the site has been visited by an

Embassy staff member. � Successful applicants will be required to sign a donation agreement. *Brochures March/2006


ORGANISATION Embassy of Japan Mutual Life Centre

North Tower, 6th Floor 2 Oxford Rd.

Tele: 929-3338-9 Fax: 968-1373


Contact Person: Department of Economic Operations First Secretary Mr. Grefford Bennett, Senior Program Manager

Area of Interest: Development Projects Mission: � Grant Assistance for Grassroots Projects (GGP) has as its goal to offer flexible and timely

assistance for development projects at the grassroots level. It attempts to have a direct impact on the well being of grassroots communities.

Type of Funding: � Grants Eligibility: � NGOs � Hospitals � Research Institutes � Other non-profit organisations-social enterprises/small cottage industries � Heart Funding-construction equipment support Criteria: � Type of Development Project is flexible but it must be targeted to assistance at the grassroots

level. � Special attention is paid to projects that reflect primary health care, poverty relief, public

welfare and the environment. � Involvement of women in development activities is also given special attention. Restrictions: � Priority areas may be determined by the Embassy of Japan, according to the development

needs of the eligible country. � Certain budget items are not financed such as salaries, administrative and operating costs

leisure items etc. (see Brochure) Funding Ceiling: � Generally does not exceed US$ 90,000. Availability of Funding: � Regardless of the project's start date, grant funds shall be paid out prior to the end of the

Japanese fiscal year - March 31st. Application Procedures: � Under Review *Brochures March /2006


ORGANISATION Enhancing Civil Society Project (ECSP)

(Funded by CIDA, Managed by Foundation for International Training) 17 Ruthven Road

Building 3, 1st Floor Kingston 10

Tele: 929-3597-8 Fax: 929-3599


Contact Person: Mrs. Paulette Griffiths-Jude

Area of Interest: Poverty Alleviation Mission: � The overall goal of the ESCP is to build social cohesion through the integration of people as

active members of civil society. � ECSP will pursue this goal through empowering and strengthening the capacity of CBOs as

they undertake their development needs in a sustainable manner. Type of Funding: � Grants Eligibility: � CBOs

� Must be locally based � Be a constituted body with recorded proof of agreements made � Have agreements documented in minutes � Have proof that representatives were elected � Be able to show previous successful projects or services delivered on behalf of the

community � Supporting Organisations (SO)

� Duly constituted and legally registered � Democratically governed and truly representative of their constituents � Able to demonstrate sound practices and a good track record for implementing projects � Financially accountable

Criteria/Project Eligibility: � The ECSP will provide funding to strengthen the capacity of CBOs to mobilise the community

and to implement community development projects. � Projects must:

� Be developed with the participation of the people in the communities where it is to take place

� Address both the capacity development needs of the proposing CBO and the priority needs of the community

� Demonstrate that the needs of women and men have been taken into consideration � Be cost-effective � Demonstrate cost-sharing on the part of the proposing CBO, which should be a minimum

of 15% of the total project value and can be either cash or kind contributions.


Restrictions: The following projects will NOT be considered by the ECSP � Overseas training or conferences � Exclusively infrastructural projects � Emergency relief operations or other projects that are not developmental or are primarily

concerned with social welfare � Studies or research except where research activities are required by eligible projects Funding Ceiling: � $Cdn 30,000. Availability of Funding: � Funding of projects is guided by CIDA's policies and procedures and is subject to the

availability of ECSP resources Application Procedures: � Complete an application form available from ECSP offices � There is an ESCP 'Application Guidelines' Brochure available that provides very detailed

step-by-step help in writing the proposal. � ECSP will respond and suggest a plan of action. Further details may be requested at that

time *Brochures & ECSP Application Guidelines *Enhancing Civil Society Project will close March/2007

March/2006


ORGANISATION Environmental Foundation of Jamaica

18 Norwood Avenue Kingston 5

Tele: 960-6744 Fax: 920-8999

e-mail: [email protected] Website: www.efj.org.jm

Contact Person: Lisa Harrison, Program Manager E-mail: [email protected]

Area of Interest: Environmental Management, Community Development, Child, Survival & Child Development Mission: � To provide financial assistance to civic organisations, which promote conservation,

management and sustainable use of natural resources and issues of child survival and child development.

Type of Funding: � Grants Eligibility: � NGOs Eligibility Criteria: � Organisation should be more than two years in operation � Organisation should have a track record implementing projects in the areas of child survival

and child development, community development and natural resource management � Organisation should operate on a not-for-profit basis i.e. the profits from the organisation

should not benefit the Directors Restrictions: � Funds cannot be disbursed to individuals or government agencies Funding Criteria: � Projects are assessed on the following criteria:

� Community participation � Impact on the child or environment or community � Ability to attract other sources of funding � Replicability: can this strategy be used elsewhere? � Sound Methodology � Project Management � Capacity Building: Project should include ways to improve the technical and

managerial skills of the local people - i.e. to get the local people to do it for themselves

� Sustainability: The project should address ways to continue the benefits of the project after it has ended

� Cost Effectiveness: The project should get value for the money spent


Availability of Funding: � Ongoing Application Procedures: � Project enquiry forms and guidelines for preparing a grant proposal are available from the

Foundation upon request. � Details of the problem to be addressed by the project, the strategy to be used, management

plan and sources of financing the project should be explicit � Requests under $420,000. May be approved within one month by the Secretariat � Requests between $420,000. and $4.2 million are approved by standing Committee of the

Board and could take up to three months for approval � The Board and both Governments must approve requests over $4.2 million, with a final

approval from the Enterprise for the Americas Board *Brochures March/2006


ORGANISATION Delegation of European Commission (EU)

8 Olivier Road Kingston 8

Tele: 924-6333 Fax: 924-6339


Contact Person: Mr. Gerd Jarchow, Head of Delegation

Area of Interest: Poverty Alleviation, Infrastructure, Private Sector and Trade, Institutional Strengthening, Human Resources Mission: � To develop Jamaica, alleviating poverty and integrating Jamaica in the world economy Type of Funding: � Grants and Loans (See attached Summary Sheets) Eligibility: � EDF (European Development Fund)* - Projects authorised by the Government of Jamaica, in

the framework of 5-year programmes implemented through national and regional organisations

Area Implementing Organisation � Small and Micro Enterprise MoICT, TDB, MIDA � Trade Development JAMPRO � Poverty Alleviation Micro Projects Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF) � Agriculture and Rural Development RADA, BECO

Attached are five Project Sheets on these interventions � EC Budget** - Budget timeline Programmes directly administered by the EU -mainly for the

NGO’ s and representatives of civil society. Note: � For EDF please refer to the Cotonou Agreement available on the Internet at:

www.europa.eu.int/comm/development ** For EC Budget refer to a "Digest of Community Resources Available for Financing the

Activities of NGOs and Other Governmental and/or Decentralised Bodies Representing Civil Society in the Fields of Development Co-operation and Humanitarian Aid" available on the Internet at www.europa.eu.int/comm/development

*Projects in progress (attached) March/2006


(EU cont.) Title of Project - Environment in the Developing Countries Budget Item # - B7-6200 Page # in Digest (1998 Ed.) - 43 Description: � The aim is to provide financial and technical assistance in developing countries for activities

that will help people to include environmental protection in their everyday life. � In addition, to promote ideas of improving the quality of human lives through development of

a healthier ecosystem Eligibility: � Registered NGOs

+

� Universities and Research Centres � National, Regional Local Authorities � International Organisations � Grassroots co-operatives Criteria: These changes are on a yearly basis � Strategic decision making for sustainable development � Urban Environment � Coastal zone, estuary and wetland management � Management of freshwater resources � Sustainable agriculture � NOTE: It is important to see the Digest for further extensive Criteria details (pg. 43-44) Restrictions: Projects must: � Have clear objectives within the subject as noted above � Be in agreement with:

� The developmental policies/objectives of country concerned � The objectives of the development co-operation policy of the EU � The guidelines set for the EU's environmental policy

Funding Ceiling: � Pool of funds set apart for Region � In exceptional cases some projects may be funded in total but Partners are normally

expected to contribute 20-30% toward each project. � See Digest for further details Availability of Funding:

� Once per year Application Procedures:

� Calls for proposal are issued once per year March/2006

+ Two or more NGOs may collaborate on a proposal, but submitted by one of them only. See

Digest for more Eligibility details.


(EU cont.) Title of Project - Tropical Forests Budget Item # - B7-6201 Page # in Digest (1998 Ed.) - 47 Description: � To promote the conservation and ongoing management of tropical forests. Of particular

interest are operations to promote conservation of forests which have a local importance (e.g. protection of catchment areas, prevention of soil erosion, reclamation of degraded areas)

Eligibility: � Commission Departments � Governments � International Institutions � National Organisations and Regional Bodies � Public Bodies � Local or Traditional Communities � Private Business/Industry, including co-operatives and NGOs which include conservation of

tropical forests as a stated aim and a regular activity. Criteria: These changes are on a yearly basis Particular consideration will be given to projects that promote the following; � Conservation of primary tropical forests and regeneration of tropical forests � Sustainable management of forests designated for production of timber and other products,

but excluding commercial logging operations � Please see Digest for more details on the above as well as a more detailed list Restrictions: � Priority given to specific operations will be determined according to the needs of each

country, as reflected in national policy and according to EU co-operation priorities Funding Ceiling: � Pool of funds set apart for Region � In exceptional cases some projects may be funded in total. Generally, Partners are expected

to contribute in some form (prefer financial) as far as their means permit and depending on the nature of the project.

Availability of Funding: � Once per year Application Procedures: Calls for proposal are issued once per year March/2006


(EU cont.) Title of Project - HIV/AIDS Related Initiatives in the Developing Countries Page # in Digest (1998 Ed.) - 54 Description: � Aim is to promote preventive measures in developing countries to stop the spread of

HIV/AIDS, and other measures to limit the impact of the epidemic on the population Eligibility: � Commission Departments/Delegations � Governments � NGOs Criteria: These changes are on yearly basis-Call for proposal and details � Primary Health care involving STD/HIV/AIDS related activities � Awareness & Information Campaigns � Schemes to combat the transmission of the virus sexually � Relevant research � Counselling/Psychological support for AIDS sufferers and their social environment including

aspects of non-discrimination � Measures to improve the EU's ability to enlist technical resources to help the developing

countries � Training Restrictions: � No more than 10% of the funding allocated to specific project is to be spent on studies,

meetings of experts, conferences and publications. Funding Ceiling: � Pool of funds set apart for Region Availability of Funding: � Once per year Application Procedures: � Calls for proposal are issued once per year March/2006


(EU cont.) Title of Project - Aid for Population Policies and Programmes in the Developing Countries Budget Item # - B7-631 Page # in Digest (1998 Ed.) - 57 Description: � To assist developing countries to draw up, implement and evaluate population policies and

programmes. Eligibility: � Private Sector Institutions � NGOs working in relevant fields � International Organisations � Governments Criteria: These Changes are on a yearly basis- Call for proposals for details Projects involving activities in the following areas are eligible for funding: � Support for the establishment, development and increased availability of reproductive health

care services � Help with application or financing of policies designed to improve the reproductive health of

women/girls � Support for information, education and awareness campaigns aimed at promoting better

reproductive health care and understanding of population issues � Family planning policy and services � Development of grassroots structures, the voluntary sector and local NGOs for the

implementation of programmes Restrictions: � Activities must be in line with the 1994 Cairo Summit for population and development. The Article's priority Objectives are:

� Enable men, women, adolescents to make free and informed choices as to number and spacing of children

� Contribute to creation of a socio-cultural, economic and educational environment that promotes that type of choice

� To help develop/reform health systems to order to improve access to quality reproductive health care for women and men including adolescents

Funding Ceiling: � Pool of funds set apart for Region � The EU's contribution may cover up to 100% of the total cost, although co-financing is not

excluded Availability of Funding: � Once per year Application Procedures: � Calls for proposals are issued on a yearly basis March/2006


(EU cont.) Title of Project - Decentralised Co-operation in the Developing Countries Budget Item # - B7-643 Page # in Digest (1998 Ed.) - 63 Description: � The purpose of 'Decentralised Co-operation' is to provide the most direct and flexible support

to a variety of development initiatives, projects and programmes produced by NGOs, Local Authorities, Associations, and Local Communities etc.

Eligibility: � NGOs � Local Authorities � Associations � Local Communities Criteria: � Promotion of information and awareness about Decentralised Co-operation among

concerned parties (as noted above) � Putting into action and strengthening the development capabilities of concerned parties Priority given to:

� Training schemes designed to help those parties to be better able to form and carry out development projects

� Pilot projects, but most usually in the case of innovate projects that have substance and demonstrated value

Restrictions: � Projects/Programmes are financed with official co-operation funds (EDF) Funding Ceiling: � Pool of funds set apart for Region � Some projects may be funded in total but co-financing is the rule Availability of Funding: � Once per Year Application Procedures: Yearly Calls for proposals March/2006


(EU cont.) Title of Project - Human Rights and Democracy in the Developing Countries Budget Item # - B7-7020 Page # in Digest (1998 Ed.) - 68 Description: � Supporting the transition to democracy � Strengthening the rule of law in the ACP countries � Strengthening the fabric of civil society � Supporting vulnerable groups Eligibility: � Human Rights Organisations � Groups linked to development programmes that help create and strengthen fabric of

democracy � The Press � Government Bodies Criteria: � Strengthening the rule of law � Greater openness and accountability in the conduct of public affairs � Within the context of strengthening civil society:

� aid for campaigns to promote awareness of human rights/democracy � aid for all form of the media as vehicles for spreading and exchanging ideas � aid for the defence/promotion of the rights of certain groups (e.g. children, indigenous

groups) � aid for training of negotiators with aim of preventing conflicts and finding practical

solutions � human rights observer missions

Funding Ceiling: � From co-financing to whole cost Availability of Funding: � Ongoing, flexible and adapted to the situation Application Procedures: � Yearly Call for proposals March/2006


ORGANISATION Food for the Poor

Ellerslie Pen, Spanish Town Mailing: P.O. Box 557, Spanish Town

Tele: 984-5005 Fax: 984-5006

e-mail: [email protected] [email protected]

Contact Person: Mr. Sydney Henry, Special Project Manager

Area of Interest: Poverty Alleviation � Areas of Focus: Housing, Water/Sanitation, Basic Schools, Church Projects, Food,

Equipment & Supplies Mission: � To assist, wherever possible to ease the housing, water, sanitation and financial problems of

inner city and other areas. Type of Funding: � Grants � Food, Supplies & Equipment. Eligibility: � Churches � CBOs in target communities who must also be partnered with a Church group � Nationally, (i.e. not limited to specific areas) for water & sanitation and housing � Hospitals, for equipment and medical supplies. Criteria: � Church based and other organisations of target communities except for water and sanitation

projects. Specific Criteria for each Funding Category � Church Projects - Accessed only by Church Groups. These projects include Basic Schools,

Soup Kitchens, Extension Services, Skills Training. � Housing - Accessed by Churches, mainly to Target Communities. � Food/Goods (Warehouse) - Accessed by Churches, Hospitals, Schools, Libraries, Clinics

and Institutions & communities linked with a church group. � Water - Accessed Nation-wide through Parish Councils, Citizens Associations and Churches. � Sanitation - Accessed by Health Departments and Churches. Note: For Water and Sanitation projects, groups may make representation of their project to the specified agencies/groups Restrictions: � Specific targeted communities.

+

+Central Kingston: Majesty Gardens, Bowerbank, Riverton, Grants Pen, 100 Lane Red Hills.

Spanish Town: Ellerslie, Tawes, Homestead. Montego-Bay: Railway Lane


Funding Ceiling: � US$1000.(min.) to generally a high of US$60,000. Availability of Funding: � Generally, approximately 70% of the applicants get funded Application Procedures: Application forms or letters are required for: � Housing Projects directed to the Housing Department. � Requests for food/supplies are directed to the Distribution Department. � Proposals are required for all Water and Sanitation Projects as well as Church Projects.

These are directed to the Projects Department. *Brochures March/2006


ORGANISATION

Grace Kennedy Foundation 691/2 Harbour Street

Kingston Tele: 922-3440-9 Fax: 967-2045


Contact: Ms. Patricia Robinson, Secretary/Executive Officer

Area of Interest: Education, Health, the Arts, Culture, and Sports Mission: � To contribute to the development, training and spiritual well-being of the Jamaican people Type of Funding: � Grants Eligibility: � Charitable or non-profit groups, organisations Criteria: � Must be community-based projects, which contribute toward human resource development

and education, community building and improvement in community institutions. � Priority is given to projects that emphasise development and training and benefit a large

number of persons Restrictions: � No funding of individuals Funding Ceiling: � None Availability of Funding: � Grants are disbursed 4 times per year - January, April, July and October. � Funding is given to projects lasting up to 3 years. Application Procedures: � Applications are considered in Jan. April, July and Oct. Requests should reach the

Foundation's office from the month before. � Initial requests should take the following format and not exceed 2 pages: Beneficiary Applicants Name Applicant's Address Applicants Telephone Number Purpose of your Organisation Objectives of your Programme How will the money be used? Amount requested When Needed What will be the benefits (direct or indirect) How many people will benefit?


Background information � Indicate whether other donors have been approached for funding. March/2006


ORGANISATION The Grace & Staff Community Development Foundation

69 1/2 Harbour Street Kingston

Tele: 922-3440-9 Fax: 922-2756


Contact Person: Mrs. Francis Madden, General Manager

Area of Interest: Poverty Alleviation, Education, and Community Development Mission: � Established in 1979 in response to increasing violence in nearby communities and rising

unemployment. The foundation seeks to relieve poverty and distress among the poor and unemployed, the education of the dependants of the unemployed, and assisting the general community development

Type of Funding: � Grants - chiefly given to non-profit organisations such as schools, child-care facilities and

clinics � Loans - Interest free, and usually given to individuals or groups wishing to start/expand micro

business ventures Eligibility: � CBOs are the primary beneficiary group Criteria: � Must reflect the objectives of the Foundation Restrictions: � Funds are specially for individuals or group projects in the communities in which Grace

operates +

Funding Ceiling: � Limited Funding in the case of Grants � Loans have generally have a maximum limit of J$10,000. Availability of Funding: � Ongoing Application Procedures: � Applicants are interviewed by the Projects Officer to ensure that the request falls with the

Foundation's guidelines � The Project's feasibility is investigated, then submitted to the Projects Committee for further

evaluation � The Project then goes to the Board for approval March/2006

+These Communities are: Central Kingston, Majesty Gardens, the Children's Home, Sav-la-Mar


ORGANISATION HEART Trust/NTA

6b Oxford Road Kingston 5

Tele: 929-3410-8 Fax: 929-0849

E-mail: [email protected] [email protected]

[email protected] Contact Person: Mr. Robert Gregory, Executive Director

Mr. Kenneth Morrison, Manager, Project Division

Area of Interest: Education, Vocational and technical Skills Training Mission: � Provision of Technical and Vocational Education and to produce and sustain a competitive

workforce Type of Funding: � Stipend to Trainees � Underwriting Expenses relating to Training � Salaries for instructors � Training material cost Eligibility: � NGOs � CBOs � Firms/Employers Criteria: � Must be training for employment � Upgrading training Restrictions: � Post-secondary level and up � Limited to training that results in employment Funding Ceiling: � J$ 1 million (dependent on type of program to be funded the amount will increase) Availability of Funding: � Ongoing, but there is a waiting list for assistance Application Procedures: � A request for assistance letter and if possible, with a thorough proposal � An appraisal will be conducted following proposal request *Brochures March/2006


ORGANISATION

ICWI Group Foundation ICWI Building 6

th Floor

2 St. Lucia Ave. Kingston. 5

Tele: 929-1725, 926-9040 (Ext. 2407) Fax: 968-8056


Contact: Ms. Jeanne Robinson OD; Executive Director.

Area of Interest: Science & Technology, Education, Volunteerism, Corporate Philanthropy Mission: � Development of the leadership capacity of young Jamaicans for the advancement of the

economic and social well being of Jamaica. Type of Funding/Support: � Scholarships/Bursaries � Seed Grants � Community grants Eligibility: � NGOs � Community Service Organisations � Academia Criteria: � Registered under Jamaican Law Restrictions: � No funding of political activities � No funding of capital development (such as buildings etc) Funding Ceiling: � J$250,000.00 Availability of Funding: � At discretion of Foundation Application Procedures: � A proposal clearly stating the objectives of the applying organisation. � Include evidence of fiscal management. � Clearly illustrate the relationship between the proposed project/programme and the objectives

of the ICWI Group Foundation. � A detailed plan, showing actions and proposed income for the period of the request must

accompany the proposal. � Documentary evidence of organisational framework and legitimacy � Qualified proposals are reviewed by the Board for approval/denial


Other Features: � The Foundation's library is open for use of other students, other Foundations and/or NGOs;

on request. *Brochures March/2006


ORGANISATION

Inter-American Development Bank (IDB): 40 Knutsford Blvd. 6th Floor

Tele: 926-2342-4 Fax: 926-2898

E-mail: [email protected] website: http://www.iadb.org

Contact Person: Mr. Oscar Spencer, Actng. Representative for funding

Area of Interest: General � This includes: Social Sector and Poverty Reduction, Environment and Natural Resources

Management, Productive Sectors, Infrastructure. Mission: � To contribute to the Social and Economic Development in Latin America and the Caribbean. Type of Funding: � Grants

+

� Loans Eligibility: � NGOs � CBOs Criteria: � Projects may cover a broad area but must be environmentally sound, address poverty

alleviation and must exhibit gender equity. Restrictions: � Must contribute to Social and Economic Development. Funding Ceiling: � None Availability of Funding: � Year round - if Grant Funds exist at time of submission Application Procedures: � Project proposal - which must include area of interest, objectives, time frame, organisation's

input. � Sustainability of project must be illustrated. *Brochures March/2006

+ Primarily a loan institute, but certain types of Grants exist which may be accessed by

NGOs/CBOs


ORGANISATION

Jamaica National Building Society Foundation 10-12 Grenada Crescent

Kingston 5 Tele: 926-1344-9/929-3734-7

Ext. 223 Fax: 968-6596


Contact Person: Mrs. Ruth Jankee, General Manager

Area of Interest: Housing

+

Mission: The objectives of the JNBS Foundation are to develop and promote, by grants, or otherwise,

for the benefit of Jamaica: � Study and research in housing and the encouragement of saving. � Affordable housing solutions, especially for rural Jamaica. � The education and skills of the people of Jamaica � The arts, sports and culture as well as health and religious programmes Type of Funding: � Grants Eligibility: � NGOs � CBOs � Church Groups � Youth Clubs � Schools � Hospitals Criteria: � Currently being revised for specific Board approved projects Restrictions: � One time funding for Board approved projects Funding Ceiling: � None Availability of Funding: � Activities presently on hold but with definite plans for resumption. Prospective applicants are

invited to call for the resumption date Application Procedures: � Detailed project proposal with budget March/2006

+ The Board will define other areas of focus. In the past, contributions have been made to projects

such as: NGO & Housing Study by CRDC, Annotated Bibliography of Housing Studies, and UWI Earthquake Unit etc.


ORGANISATION

Jamaica Social Investment Fund 1c-1f Pawsey Road

Kingston 5 Tele: 929-2620/968-4378

Toll Free: 1-888-991-2356/7 Fax: 926-3414 Fax: 929-3784

Website: www. jsif.org E-mail: [email protected]

Contact Person/Position: Mr. Omar Sweeney, The Operations Manager

Area of Interest: Poverty Alleviation � Sub-areas of focus include: Social & Economic Infrastructure, Social Services, Organisational

Strengthening Mission: � The JSIF is an important part of the Government of Jamaica's National Poverty Eradication

Programme. Dedicated to the development of poor communities, its main objective is to improve the living standards of the poor by opening up greater access to vital social services facilities. It also seeks to build and strengthen communities by encouraging them to play a greater role in making decisions that affect their lives.

Type of Funding: � Grants Eligibility: � NGOs � CBOs � Churches � Service Clubs Criteria: � Projects must fall into one of the sub-areas identified by JSIF for funding and must benefit the

most needy communities � Breakdown of Sub-Project Areas: Social Infrastructure includes rehabilitation, expansion, construction and equipping of:

� Basic, primary and all-age schools � Health centres � Community based water systems � Homes for children, elderly and disabled � Sanitary conveniences, drains and canals

Economic Infrastructure includes construction, rehabilitation and upgrading of:

� Parochial and feeder roads in rural areas and urban access roads � Small agro-processing facilities

Social Services includes assistance to programmes offering services in:

� Career guidance and job placement � Counselling, parenting and family life training � Skills training for the disabled and the productive sector � Conflict resolution


Organisational Strengthening includes technical assistance and training to:

� Governmental and non-governmental institutions in participatory project identification � Community based organisations and communities to upgrade their skills in organisation

and mobilisation and in the preparation, implementation management and maintenance of projects

Projects must: � Show that those who will benefit are involved in the project � Include a community/organisation contribution of 5% of the project cost in cash or kind � Involve community members/organisation at every stage of the decision making process � Be maintained by the community/organisation Restrictions: � JSIF does not finance projects that benefit individuals or recurrent expenditure. e.g. salaries,

utilities Funding Ceiling: � J$14 Million (Preference is normally given to projects under J$5 Million) � World Bank CBC projects 6 million Availability of Funding: � Ongoing. Application Procedures: � Requests for funding are made through groups or associations and must show evidence that

the project has been identified as being of the greatest need to the community/organisation, and, has widespread support from community members

� Requests must include information on how the community will make its contribution of 5% Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) For European Union (EU) funded projects community must make a minimum of 25% contribution, for CBC /World Bank projects community is required to make a minimum of 11% contribution. These contributions may include cash or kind; it may be in the form of full participation, or sweat equity.

� A one-page request form may be obtained from a local SDC office or the JSIF office. � Requests can be submitted at SDC offices, or JSIF office.

Inner –City Basic Services Projects (ICBSP) Aim: to improve the quality of life for urban dwellers through improved basic infrastructure, access to financial services, enhancement of public safety and improved community capacity to participate effectively in the community development process. Types of Funding:

� World Bank will counterpart funding from the Government of Jamaica (GOJ) � Japanese Govt PHRD grant –US $650,000.00 � World Bank PPF (Preparation Advance)-US $650,000.00

Estimated Project Cost –World Bank US $29.3 million. Eligibility:

� The selection of project communities was led by the Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) and involved the Ministry of National Security, The Social Development Commission (SDC) and JSIF.

Requirements:


� Communities must contribute 10% - Cash or Kind (participation) � Community must show ownership of the project � Establish community organization that represents all sectors of the community � Signing of MOU’s Communities are: Flankers in St. James; Bucknor in Clarendon, Federal Gardens, Whitefield Town, Passmore Town, Browns Town, Jones Town in Kingston Central Village, Tawes Pen, Africa, Dempshire Pen /Jones Pen (Shelter Rock). Lauriston and Knollis in St.Catherine

*Brochures March/2006


ORGANISATION

Life of Jamaica Ltd. 28-48 Barbados Avenue

Kingston 5 Tele: 929-8920-9

Ext.7023 Fax: 929-4730


Contact Person: Mr. Tommy James/ Mr. Karl Williams, Assistant Vice-President, and Corporate Communications

Area of Interest: Education, Health, Sports, and Environment Mission: � To satisfy our customers with world-class service and innovative life insurance, pension and

related products, while providing superior returns to our investors and fostering the development of our employees.

Type of Funding: � Grants � Equipment Eligibility: � Recognised Groups � National Causes Criteria:

+

� Must be a legitimate activity � Must be willing to submit to scrutiny � Aim of project must be developmental Restrictions: � Must be a non-profit organisation/cause Funding Ceiling: � Project dependent Availability of Funding: � One time funding only Application Procedures: Write a letter stating: � The purpose and reason for the project � The kind of assistance required � The total cost of the project and the amount being requested � Deadline for the project � Location of the project � Contact persons/addressees/telephone � Whom cheque should be made payable March/2006

+Company reserves the right to use donation as a Public Relations opportunity


ORGANISATION

Multicare Foundation 7 Harbour Street

Kingston Tele: 922-6927

922-6670-9 Fax: 924-9461


Contact Person: Mr. Leabert Grant, Manager

Area of Interest: Education, Sports, and Community Development Mission: � To assist in development projects for the improvement of citizens, especially youth, in inner-

city communities Type of Funding: � Grants Eligibility: � CBOs Criteria: � Applicants should preferably be Youth Groups (10-30 years) � Proposal should emphasise Youth and Community Development Restrictions: � None Funding Ceiling: � Limited funding is available Availability of Funding: � Ongoing Application Procedures: � Initially, a letter of request or application form available from their offices A detailed proposal to follow including:

� Organisational structure � Management controls � Budget

The Executive Committee then reviews application *Brochures March/2006


ORGANISATION

NCB Group Foundation 32 Trafalgar Road

Kingston 10 Tele: 929-9050-89


Contact Person: Mrs. Shereene Martin, Public Relations Officer

Area of Interest: Health, Education, Social Welfare, Culture Mission: � To promote any charitable projects for the benefit of the people of Jamaica, particularly, for

the advancement of education, the furtherance of health and the relief of poverty, distress and sickness

� To promote and encourage a knowledge and appreciation of Jamaica's culture in all aspects for the benefit of the Jamaican public

Type of Funding: � Grants Eligibility: � CBOs � NGOs Criteria: � Work of group/organisations should be similar to the goals of the Foundation � The idea should be a good one � Nature of the project should help toward the development of education, health, social welfare

and/or culture � How qualified are the individuals/group to accomplish their idea � How well developed an organisation is there to carry out the project Restrictions: � None Funding Ceiling: � None Availability of Funding: � Ongoing Application Procedures: � Complete and submit an application form, available from the above noted address. � Attach all documents that are necessary to support your proposal March/2006


ORGANISATION People's Action for Community Transformation (PACT)

2-6 Grenada Crescent. Kingston 5

Tele: 920-0334/6385 926-0322, 968-1984


Contact Person: Mrs. Sheila Nicholson, Programme Director

Area of Interest: Education for Poverty Alleviation Mission: � To provide a collaborative framework to enable NGOs and CBOs focusing primarily on

poverty reduction and advancement of education throughout Jamaica to effectively empower people to transform their communities. In so doing, PACT will: � Broker arrangements � Mobilise resources � Provide business opportunities � Information and institutional strengthening services through the promotion of

collaboration, consensus building and involvement among NGOs and CBOs Type of Funding: � Training � Technical Assistance Eligibility: � NGOs, CBOs and community members Criteria: � NGOs and CBOs which are actively empowering community residents to improve their

communities and to advance education Restricted to: � Organisational Strengthening � Improvement in the capacity of organisations to adequately deliver their programmes

Improvement in education and skills training Availability of Funding: � Technical assistance for capacity development of NGOs, CBOs and individuals is available

through the Caribbean Development Bank/CTCS Programme � PACT has no grant funding for NGOs/ CBOs Application Procedures:

� Submission of Membership Application Forms (available from PACT) *Brochures March/2006


ORGANISATION Pan American Health Organisation/World Health Organisation (P.A.H.O./WHO)

Oceana Bldg. 7th Floor 2 King Street

Kingston Mail: P.O. Box 384, Crossroads P.O.

Tele: 967-4626-91,922-4630 Fax: 967-5189


Contact Person:, Dr. Ernest Pate PAHO/WHO Representative in Jamaica

Area of Interest: Health Mission: � The Pan American Sanitary Bureau is the Secretariat of PAHO, an international agency

specialising in Health. Its Mission is to co-operate technically with the Member Countries and to stimulate co-operation among them in order that, while maintaining a healthy environment and charting a sustainable human development, the peoples of the Americas may achieve Health for ALL by ALL.

Type of Funding: � Grants � Technical Co-operation Eligibility: � All Health related Organisations Criteria: Restrictions: � None Funding Ceiling: � Requests must not exceed the budget of the organisation that is allocated annually Availability of Funding: � Requests must be submitted one year in advance in time for the preparation of the budget for

the following year when the funds will become available Application Procedures: � Specific procedures � Inquires may be made at the offices of PAHO/WHO *Brochures March /2006


ORGANISATION Scotiabank Jamaica Foundation (SJF)

Corner, Duke & Port Royal Streets Kingston

Tele: 922-1000-9 Fax: 967-1691


Contact Person: Mrs. Marie Powell, Executive Director

Area of Interest: Community Development

+

Health & Education Mission: � To help to relieve poverty, deprivation and distress among economically and socially

disadvantaged persons and their dependants, and to undertake research into these problems.

Type of Funding: � Grants � Scholarships/bursaries � Project funding Eligibility: � All non-political associations, individuals and institutions. Criteria: � Projects must reflect aims of the Foundation (as set out in Mission Statement) Restrictions: � None Funding Ceiling: � None Availability of Funding: � Ongoing Application Procedures: � Project proposal outlining funding needs and identify beneficiaries. March/2006

+SJF's primary interests are Health and Education, directed generally to Institutions. However,

Community Development Projects are also a source of funding disbursements (approx. $1M over 97/98) Therefore, due to the nature of this data base, i.e. directing NGO's/CBO's to appropriate funding sources, SJF is placed in the Community Development Category.


ORGANISATION Seprod Limited

3 Felix Fox Boulevard Kingston

Tele: 922-1220-9 Fax: 922-6948

e-mail: [email protected] [email protected]

Contact Person: Mr. Byron Thompson, Chief Executive Officer

Area of Interest: Youth, Culture Focus on youth includes related areas such as: � Education � Sports � Health Culture includes promotion and development of things Jamaican Mission: � Seprod is committed to community involvement, and ultimately national development, offering

assistance to ventures at the local level and the nation at large. Type of Funding: � Grants Eligibility: � CBOs � NGOs Criteria: � Requests should be specific to areas of interest Restrictions: � None Funding Ceiling: � None Availability of Funding: � Ongoing Application Procedures: � A letter, sent to the above address, should outline details of the projects. � Requests are reviewed and applicants are notified of a decision by telephone or letter March/2006


ORGANISATION

Sports Development Foundation 31 Phoenix Avenue

Kingston 10 Tele: 960-3717, 960-1079


Contact Person: Ms. Charmaine Hanson, Acting General Manager

Area of Interest: Sports Mission: � To aid in the development of Jamaica through assistance to National Sports Associations and

Community organisations. Type of Funding: � Grants Eligibility: � National Sports Associations � CBOs � Government Agencies � Infrastructure Projects Criteria: Proposals must reflect: � Needs of National Associations � Need for infrastructure facilities

+

Restrictions: � At the beginning of each financial year the Board decides on how much funding each

National Association can get, based on the projected income from the Chase Fund .The Chase Fund direct financial assistance of 40% of gross proceeds.

Funding Ceiling: � No definite ceiling Availability of Funding: � Ongoing Application Procedures: � National Associations are to provide a two-year plan, audited accounts and annual funding

requirement. � Infrastructure projects by CBOs, Youth Clubs, submit a request letter *Application e.g. March/2006

+Infrastructure: Fields, Asphalt Courts, Fencing, Seating, Lighting, and Changing Rooms.


United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) 1 -3 Lady Musgrave Road

Kingston 5 Mail: P.O. Box 280, Kingston

Tele: 978-2390 Fax: 946-2163

e-mail: [email protected] Website for Country Office: http://www.undp.org/fojam

International website: http://www.undp.org

Contact Person: Mr.Carlos Espinola, Resident Representative

Area of Interest: Sustainable Human Development Current Themes: � Environment � Poverty Alleviation � Gender � Productive Sector � Governance Mission: � UNDP's mission is to help countries in their efforts to achieve sustainable human

development by assisting them to build their capacity to design and carry out development programmes in poverty eradication, employment creation and sustainable livelihoods, the empowerment of women and the protection of the environment. First priority is given to Poverty Eradication

Type of Funding: � Grants Eligibility: � Government Agencies � NGOs - NGOs are eligible for projects funded from Headquarters or external resources

including Global Environmental Facility and Montreal Protocol +

Criteria: Must fall within the themes under the Country Co-operation Framework or other stated priorities of Government. Current themes are: � Environment � Poverty Alleviation � Gender � Productive Sector - Organisational Strengthening etc. Restrictions: � None Funding Ceiling: � None

+GEF, Montreal Protocol are also funding facilities available to Government, NGOs and private

sector


Availability of Funding: � Ongoing Application Procedures: � Apply through the Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) *Report March/2006


ORGANISATION

U.N.E.S.C.O. 3rd Floor, The Towers,

25 Dominica Drive Kingston 5.

Tele: 929-7087-9 Fax: 929-8468

E-mail: [email protected] [email protected]

Contact Person: Mr. Alwin Bully, Advisor for Culture - Caribbean

Area of Interest: Culture Mission: � This programme is geared toward placing Culture at the centre of development. The

development of cultural industries plays a major role in UNESCO's overall commitment to poverty alleviation.

Type of Funding: � Start-up Grants Eligibility: � Agencies � Institutions � NGOs - all in member states Criteria: � Projects should focus on culture and development Restrictions: � None Funding Ceiling: • US$25,000. Availability of Funding: � Every two years Application Procedures: � Proposals must be channelled through the Secretary General, Jamaica National Commission

for UNESCO, at the above address *Brochures March/2006


ORGANISATION U.N.E.S.C.O.

3rd Floor, The Towers, 25 Dominica Drive

Kingston 5 Tele: 929-7087-9 Fax: 929-8468

e-mail: @unesco.org [email protected]

Contact Person: Ms. Ushio Miura, Representative and Education Advisor

Mr. Paulo Fontani

Area of Interest: Education, Culture and Communication Mission: � UNESCO seeks to promote world peace; harmony and understanding among nations by

helping Member States find answers to the key problems that beset their societies. Type of Funding: � Start-up Grants for pilot projects Eligibility: � Agencies � Institutions � NGOs - all in member states Criteria: � Projects should show potential for growth and wide circulation � Support for projects of research and publication with aim of wide circulation � Projects should focus on culture and communication development Restrictions: � Acceptance by the national Commission Regular Programme � Acceptance by the Field Office (much smaller grants) Funding Ceiling: � US$20,000. � US$25,000-$30,000 for sub-regional projects � US$3,000 or less may be available as contributions to projects with other funding Availability of Funding: � Limited Application Procedures: � Letter of inquiry, stating nature of work � Further project proposal may then be requested � Participation Programme Form - complete and submit to the Jamaica National Commission

for UNESCO � Letter of enquiry to the Field Office *Brochures March/2006


ORGANISATION

U.N.E.S.C.O. 3rd Floor, The Towers,

25 Dominica Drive Kingston 5

Tele: 929-7087-9; (dir) 754-1751 Fax: 929-8468; (dir) 969-1601


Contact Person: Mr.Isidro Fernandez -Abali, Regional Communication information Advisor for the Caribbean

Area of Interest: Mass Media Development, Freedom of Expression, Use of information technology for development Mission:

To advise and assist Member States in the development of their communication infrastructures in line with the basic tenets of Free Flow of Information. UNESCO's communication and information programme in the Caribbean strives to foster equitable access to information and knowledge for development and to promote freedom of expression and development of communication. Its emphasis is to encourage the free flow of ideas, in furtherance of respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, of which press freedoms are an integral part.

Type of Funding:

� Regular programs – international program for the development of communication (IPDC): Priorities

� Promoting Freedom of expression and media pluralism � Developing community media � Developing Human Resources

Information for all Program (IFAP) Priorities:

� Information literacy � Ethical, legal and social implication of ICTS � Preservation of literacy � Extra budgetary program

Funds in trust from member states Eligibility: � National and Regional, Public and Private Agencies � Universities and Institutions � NGOs - not required to be registered but must have some proof of sustainability Criteria:

� Must have a direct media-development focus Restrictions:

� UNESCO is not a funding agency, but a knowledge and expertise sharing organization that brings an added value to the areas deigned by its mandate and the National Commission.


Funding Ceiling: No funding ceiling Availability of Funding: � Depends on funding programme. � Funds administered biannually and yearly Application Procedures: � Contact the National Commission for UNESCO, or � Send a letter to the UNESCO offices with a copy to the National Commission. * Brochures March/2006


ORGANISATION

United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) First Life Bldg., 8th Floor 60 Knutsford Boulevard

Kingston 5 Mail: P.O. Box 280, Kingston

Tele: 906-8591/2 960-4965/4955 Fax: 906-8593

e-mail: [email protected] Website: http://Caribbean.unfpa.org

Contact Person: Mrs. Sheila Miller, Operations Manager

Area of Interest: Holistic Sexual and Reproductive Health for Young People, Mission: � To help ensure universal access to Reproductive Health Care to all by 2015 � To support Population and Development strategies � To promote awareness of Population and Development Issues � To advocate for mobilisation of resources and political will to accomplish goals Type of Funding: � Grants - Voluntary Contribution of UN Member States Eligibility: � Registered NGOs � Governments Criteria: � Funding within approved national Assistance programmes Restrictions: � Must be within context of national priorities and in support of its implementation Funding Ceiling: � subject to availability of funds Availability of Funding: � Always subject to availability of funds Application Procedures: � Initial contact with UNFPA � Requests and requests for Application Procedures may be had from UNFPA offices � Formal letter and clearance and sharing of information with the national authorities *Brochures March/2006


ORGANISATION

UNICEF 60 Knutsford Boulevard

Kingston 5 Mail: P.O. Box 305, Kingston Tele: 926-7584/5, 968-2797


Contact Person: Mr. Bertrand Bainvel, Representative

Area of Interest: Child Survival/Protection/Development/Participation Mission: � UNICEF is mandated by the United Nations General Assembly to advocate for the protection

of children's rights, to help meet their basic needs and to expand their opportunities to reach their full potential.

Type of Funding: � Grants � Technical Assistance (focus on Social Policy, Early Childhood, Children & Youth at Risk) Eligibility: � Government Organisations � NGOs (Registered) Funding is provided as part of UNICEF's formal Country Programme of Co-operation that spans the five-year period 1997 - 2001 The Country Programme is made up of four (4) broad areas � Social Policy and Planning for Children and Women. � Basic Education and Early Childhood Development Programme. � Children and Youth at risk. � Decentralised Community Development for children. Criteria: � Proposals must fall in to one of the 4 areas � Also, see 'Checklist for NGOs' for further criteria Restrictions: � Direct assistance for NGOs is only provided within the context of support to programme � Funding Ceiling: � Each Programme has an approved budget. Requests for funding need to fall within approved

budgetary ceilings. +

Availability of Funding: � Proposals should be submitted approximately 4 months in advance of the projected start

date. Application Procedures:

+Please contact the office for details of project ceilings.


� Proposals are to be sent to UNICEF offices. They must include: � Objectives � A budget � Who the project will benefit � Proposed time frame � How project will be carried on after funding *Brochures 'Checklist for NGOs' March/2006


ORGANISATION

Urban Renewal Trust Fund Ltd. 3 Duke Street

Kingston Tele: 922-3126/7, 924-9434/5

Fax: 922-0054 e-mail: : [email protected]

Website: www.kingstonrestoration.com

Contact Person: Mr David Goodlit, Project Manager

Area of Interest: Community Development Mission: � To provide resources to community based organisations (CBOs) and groups to assist in the

improvement of the quality of life Type of Funding: � Grants Eligibility: � CBOs � Groups Criteria: � Access to funding is limited to formally constituted groups of not less than five persons � The groups should be able to provide:

� Proof of operation for at least 12 months � Proof that the project is not for the sole benefit of the group � Documentary proof of a at least one successful project

Restrictions: � No individuals � Projects must be located in Kingston and St. Andrew, St. Catherine or St. James Funding Ceiling: � J$125,000. Availability of Funding: � Grants are made from the interest of a $40 million Trust Fund

Application Procedures: � Application forms should be properly completed � Evidence of individuals' ability to execute the project � Projects should demonstrate continuity and/or sustainability � Projects should satisfy any of the following programme areas:

i) Capacity building ii) Education iii) Micro-enterprise iv) Environment and shelter

� Application forms and brochures are available by calling the office. � Completed applications should be sent to:


The Administrator, 3 Duke Street Kingston

*Brochures March/2006


ORGANISATION USAID/Jamaica

2-4 Haining Road Kingston 6

Tele: 926-3645 Fax: 929-9944

e-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.usaid.gov/jm.

Contact Person: Kimberly Flowers, Communications Officer.

Mrs. Denise Lawrence, Communications Specialist.

Area of Interest: Community Development, Environment, Health, and Education Mission: � The purpose of the Community Development Fund (CDF) is to demonstrate the US

Government’s interest in the welfare and self-help endeavours of local communities in Jamaica.

Type of Funding: � Grants Eligibility: � Government Agencies � NGOs (Registered) � Private Sector � CBOs

+

Criteria: � Based on a project by project basis � For CDF funding a 50% contribution of total cost is required to receive assistance � Organization must be in existence for two years � Be non-political and non –police and non-military in purpose of organization Restrictions: � Based on a project by project basis Funding Ceiling: � For Environment & Health Programmes it is project dependent Availability of Funding: � Funding is available on an annual basis Application Procedures: � For Environment and Health programmes it may be on a competitive basis as well as it can

be by project proposal March/2006

+ CBOs are eligible only for the Community Development Fund programme (CDF)


USAID (cont.) Community Devlopment Fund (CDF) This fund supports activities such as vocational training, upgrading community centers, improving health facilities, and handicraft development. Type of Funding: � Grants Eligibility: � NGOs � CBOs Criteria: � A 50% contribution of total cost is required to receive assistance Funding Ceiling: The amount allocated for CDF 2005/2006 Fiscal Year (FY) is US$160K. Availability of Funding: Once per year Application Procedures: � Complete an application form, available from USAID office - Contact Hazel Silburn, Office of

General Development. � Prior to review and approval of an application for project funding, members of the review

committee visit the project site to verify aspects of the information supplied on the application forms, and to meet with members of the community group.

� After an application is reviewed and approved, and monies paid over the recipient must produce all invoices supporting predetermined expenditures made from USAID’s portion of the funds.

� In addition, at the end of the project implementation period (usually within six months), USAID representatives from its review committee will visit the project site to inspect the finished product, and if possible, to observe the community’s usage of this facility/equipment.

� Once the funds are disbursed to an applicant for a specific project, the applicant no longer is able to receive any additional funds for the same project, and can only apply for USAID’s contribution to another project in another financial year.

STATUS OF ONGOING CDF GRANTS (at March 2006)

Name of Organization

Activity Description

Amount Disbursed

US$ Activity Status Completion Date

Type of Project

Point Hill Diagnostic Centre

Children's Educational Cyber and Reading Center

8,000.00 Project in progress April 30, 2006 Education (SO12)

Chester Castle Survivors Group

Agriculture Enterprise 6,500.00 Project in

progress April 30, 2006 Environment (SO10)

St. Stephen Anglin Church

Establishment of a computer facility 5,000.00 Project in

progress April 30, 2006 Education (SO12)

Hope Worldwide Jamaica

To equip the Health Centre with medical supplies.

10,000.00 Project in progress April 30, 2006

Health (SO11)


Stony Hill Primary School

Establishment of a computer facility 10,000.00 Project in

progress April 30, 2006 Education (SO12)

Mary Bond Basic School

Repairing of table and chairs/construct bathroom facilities 10,000.00

Project in progress August 31, 2006 Education/Environment

(SO12/SO10)

Papine High School Key Club

Refurbishing of Classrooms for Grades 10 and 11 10,000.00

Project in progress August 31, 2006 Education (SO12)

Church Action Negril

Anti -Trafficking In Persons -assistance with funding skills training (basic education and counseling) and materials 10,000.00

Project in progress

August 31, 2006

Health (SO11)

Waterworks Early Childhood Institution

Roof repairs, purchase kitchen sink, refrigerator, and other equipment 3,000.00

Project in progress August 31, 2006 Education (SO12)

Cambridge Benevolent Society

Refurbishing of Cambridge Health Centre & Building of Fence 7,000.00

Project in progress August 31, 2006 Health (SO11)

Elim Community Friendly Society

Assistance with Literacy Program 2,000.00

Project in progress August 31, 2006 Economic Growth (SO9)

Santos Football Club

Refurbishing of Club House 10,000.00

Project in progress August 31, 2006

Health (SO11) ***All projects must complete within 6-months of the start date. March/2006


USAID (cont.)

Special Objective (SPO): Improved Economic and Social Conditions In Targeted Inner City Communities.

USAID's special objective works within two inner city communities - Grants Pen and Standpipe - to improve economic and social conditions. This is a "special objective" because of its limited scope and its highly challenging and non-traditional program design. Under this special objective USAID works with an NGO, with community-based organizations which have successful track records in volatile communities, and with the private sector to reduce crime and violence and to create new employment opportunities.

The special objective has two intermediate results.

Increasing Employment and Entrepreneurial Opportunities

Activities under this intermediate result are designed to create employment opportunities for the inner city residents by such means as:

• Identifying products and services in demand and available within these communities;

• Providing vocational and skills training for inner city residents to meet business needs;

• Providing micro and small business loans for purchasing raw material, making initial salary payments, paying for piecework and/or transporting finished product to retailer/vendors, etc.

• Providing entrepreneurs with access to micro-enterprise lending agencies for business support services;

• Identifying retail outlets for the goods and services produced by new and expanded private businesses within and around the communities.

Improved Community Capacity for Conflict Resolution.

Reducing the levels of crime and violence in these communities will lead to citizens taking greater pride in their community, allow residents to better organize community events, and to attract businesses to the area. This in turn will provide employment opportunities to the residents. This intermediate result will seek to improve communication skills among residents, introduce non-violent ways for residents to vet their frustrations, and work to overcome local distrust of the police. Conflict resolution will be addressed by such means as:

• Identifying existing and potential community leaders who would benefit from training in communication and conflict resolution skills;

• Developing and promoting partnerships with residents, community based organizations, the police, and private sector interests, to find durable solutions to the problems of crime and violence;

• Introducing programs and activities that will promote constructive relationships between the residents and police; examples include community sports competitions, collaborative youth club efforts, and other activities


Environment - Strategic Objective No. 2: Improved Quality of Key Natural Resources in Selected Areas that are both Environmentally and Economically Significant - $19 million program The purpose of this strategic objective is to reverse the trend of environmental degradation by promoting environmentally sound practices and policies that will result in the sustainable management of the natural resource base on which Jamaica’s economy depends. Strategic Objective 2’s response to environmental threats is an integrated “Ridge-to Reef” natural resource management program that assists community-based NGOs to implement activities, i.e. agroforestry, eco-tourism, appropriate on-site sanitation solutions and environmental audit programs, that will improve the quality of coastal waters and upland watersheds. Other interventions will focus on improving the policy framework and wastewater/sewage management. Eligibility: � Government Agencies � Private Sector � NGOs. March/2006


USAID (cont.) Education - Strategic Objective No 3 - Increased Literacy and Numeracy Among Targeted Jamaican Youth - $12.86 million program This strategic objective seeks to increase literacy and numeracy among targeted Jamaican youth through the formal education sector as well as informal sector utilising NGOs. Two programs assist with achieving the SO: The Uplifting Adolescents Project (UAP I & II) and the New Horizons for Primary Schools Activity (NHA). Strategic Objective 4 - The overall objective of this program is to improve the language arts, literacy and mathematics scores of students 6-12 years of age in a limited number (72) of primary schools and; and improve the numeracy/literacy skills of “at-risk” youth so that they can either re-enter the formal education system or prevent them from dropping out of school in the first place. Eligibility: • Government Agencies • Private Sector • NGO's Current Program Achievement of the strategic objective in the education sector is supported by two programs: The Uplifting Adolescents Project (UAP I & II) and the New Horizons for Primary Schools Activity (NHA). The ultimate customers of the NHA program is the 72 targeted primary schools’ 28,000 students, 1,900 teachers and 504 primary school board members and community community representatives. UAP targets approximately 11,000 “at-risk” youth, most of whom are out of school. New Horizons for Primary Schools Activity To address systemic weaknesses of the primary school system and improve the performance of children in mathematics and reading, this activity provides integrated packages of interventions directed at primary schools serving children in low-income communities throughout the island. These interventions are customized to meet the specific needs of each of the 72 target schools. They include: • provision of teaching and learning materials for mathematics and reading; • governance and leadership training for school principals and school boards; • introduction of improved educational technology; • in-service and pre-service teacher training; and • nutritional support to poor students and parenting education and training Uplifting Adolescents Project To address the needs of adolescents who have, either, dropped out or are at risk of dropping out of school, USAID works with local NGOs to provide remedial education and training for reinstatement in school and to improve their social and job skills. UAP I was managed by a U.S. based contractor (Development Associates, Inc.) and UAP II (began in November 2000) is being managed through an umbrella NGO, Peoples Action for Community Transformation (PACT). This project provides grants to NGOs to deliver a package of services to “at-risk” youth ages 10-18 in selected urban/rural areas throughout the island. Special attention is given to those with


special circumtances (e.g. substance abuse, pregnancy, hearing impaired). Delivery package of services include: • preventing early child bearing, high-risk births, and the spread of HIV/AIDS/STIs • remedial education to improve numeracy and literacy • pre-vocational skills training • social and family life skills March/2006


IINNDDEEXX OOFF OORRGGAANNIISSAATTIIOONNSS

Bernard van Leer Foundation (6) Bob Marley Foundation (7) Canada Fund (8) Caribbean Conference of Churches (9) Carreras Sports Foundation (10) Cecil. B. Facey Foundation (11) Citibank N.A. (13) CVSS/United Way (14) Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany (15) Embassy of Japan (17) Enhancing Civil Society Project (18) Environmental Foundation of Jamaica (20) European Union (22) Food for the Poor (29) Grace Kennedy Foundation (31) Grace & Staff Community Development Foundation (33) HEART/NTA (34) ICWI Foundation (35) IDB (37) Jamaica National Building Society Foundation (38) Jamaica Social Investment Fund (39) Life of Jamaica Ltd.(42) Multicare Foundation (43) NCB Group Foundation (44) PACT (45) PAHO (46) Scotiabank Foundation of Jamaica (47) Seprod Ltd. (48) Sports Development Foundation (49) UNDP (50) UNESCO/Culture (52) UNESCO/Education, Culture & Communication (53) UNESCO/Media (54) UNFPA (56) UNICEF (57) Urban Renewal Trust Fund (59) USAID (61)

Documents

Funding Guide for NGOs and CBOs