Selection Criteria for Canada Fund Projects

In order to qualify for CFLI funding, projects should:

  • Respond to community needs and involve community participation;
  • Foster self-reliance by encouraging locally-managed and financed initiatives
  • Address social, economic and sustainable development activities;   
  • Maximize the use of local resources;
  • Demonstrate sustainability; 
  • Involve women, youth and children as active participants and beneficiaries
  • Promote environmental protection and sustainability

Canada Fund Project Size:

The Canada Fund generally supports small grassroots development initiatives seeking a Canadian contribution ranging between L.E. 100,000 and L.E. 120,000.

Partner Contribution: 

Some form of contribution from the recipient organization is also required, usually in kind. This is a measure of the seriousness and commitment of the organization to help ensure project sustainability.

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