Maldives Pension Administration Office (MPAO) is pleased to announce the CSR Grant Program for 2025, a financial support initiative designed to empower community-driven projects that align with our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Policy. This program aims to foster sustainable development by funding innovative, small-scale projects that address critical societal needs in the Maldives.

Program Overview 

• Objective: To support local organizations in implementing impactful projects that enhance social well-being, environmental sustainability, economic resilience, and community empowerment.

• Funding Ceiling: Up to MVR 200,000 per project.

• Project Duration: Maximum 12 months.

• Eligible Entities: Registered local NGOs, Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), and academic institutions (refer to the website page for further details).

Thematic Areas for 2025 

Theme: “Building Resilient and Inclusive Communities”

Projects must align with one of the following focus areas:

1. Enhancing Well-being and Quality of Life of Communities

• Elderly care programs and active aging

• Mental health well-being

• Community well-being infrastructure

• Disability inclusion

• Community first aid programs

• Care therapy and rehabilitation

• Digital literacy for senior citizens 

2. Enhancing Community Resilience

• Environment and climate resilience

• Green space initiatives

• Women and youth empowerment (mentorship programs)

• Digital inclusion

3. Financial Literacy Programs

• Financial literacy

• Digital financial literacy

• Capacity building for startups, small business owners, and entrepreneurs

• Capacity building on financial planning for gig workers and the informal sector

Application Details

• Submission Deadline: Completed applications must be submitted by 16:00 hrs on 15 May 2025.

• How to Apply: Complete and submit the application form provided, along with the required supporting documents (refer to the website page for further details).  

Selection Process

Applications will be evaluated based on:

• Organizational capacity (25%)

• Project feasibility and viability (30%)

• Potential social, economic, or environmental impact (25%)

• Budget, planning, and resource allocation (20%)

Applicants will be notified of the evaluation results. 

For full details on eligibility, evaluation criteria, and reporting requirements, visit:

https://pension.gov.mv/en/csr/grant-program 

For inquiries, contact us at [email protected]