We are pleased to invite you to a cross‑sector networking event filled with warmth and fur at The Puppy Lounge by Rise Wise. Over the years, Rise Wise has been supporting children and adolescents with special educational needs (SEN) through therapy dog services and animal‑assisted interventions. This year, with the support of the HKEX Impact Funding Scheme, Rise Wise established The Puppy Lounge, a professional pet care and grooming training centre for underprivileged SEN youth and a recharging space designed for busy urban dwellers. The event also features sharing from Furry Green, another social enterprise supported by the HKEX Impact Funding Scheme. Through an upcycling model, Furry Green transforms surplus pre‑retail food ingredients into sustainable and nutritious pet food, tackling food waste at source while advancing environmental sustainability. Through this visit, participants will gain firsthand insights into the stories of the two social enterprises and how partnerships can help drive long‑term, sustainable social and environmental impact. Event Details Date: 7 May 2026 (Thurs) Time: 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm Venue: The Puppy Lounge by Rise Wise (Sheung Wan) Target Audience: Enterprises, Social Enterprises and NGOs (priority given to HKEX IFS & CPP past or current grantees) Quota: 15 (maximum of ...

The HSBC Hong Kong Community Festival (the Festival), the flagship event of the HSBC Hong Kong Community Partnership Programme (CPP), will bring together 21 community initiatives under the theme “Celebrating Everyday Heroes” at Central Market. HSBC Hong Kong Community Festival Date: 25 - 26 April, 2026 (Saturday & Sunday) Time： 11AM - 6PM (Saturday) 12PM – 6PM (Sunday) Venue: Central Market Event Overview: Booth games, DIY craft workshops, stage performances, and a showcase of projects from the SMART Community Hackathon Fee: Free Entry Remarks: Complete designated missions to redeem exclusive souvenirs (while stocks last; first come, first served) Details of HSBC Hong Kong Community Festival: Click Here (PDF) About CPP Since its launch in 2012, the HSBC Hong Kong Community Partnership Programme (the Programme) has been supported by the Home Affairs Department, the Social Welfare Department and The Hong Kong Council of Social Service (HKCSS). The Programme 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. Please visit www.communitypartnership.org.hk ...

HKEX Foundation has set up the HKEX Impact Funding Scheme (the Scheme) to support local recognised Social Enterprises (SEs). The Scheme, in partnership with The Hong Kong Council of Social Service (HKCSS), aims to support SEs to develop innovative, impactful and scalable solutions based on four focus areas: Financial Literacy, Social Empowerment, Talent Development and Environmental Sustainability, serving a wide spectrum of people in need and addressing various social and environmental challenges. Application Details Date of Application The Scheme will accept online application from 24 April to 26 May 2026 at 12 noon. 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 SEs with Tree Mark; 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) Focus Area ​ Environmental Sustainability Raise awareness about climate change and sustainability, including but not limited to environmental education programmes for all ages Promote ...

With the funding HKD18 million from The Hongkong Bank Foundation in 2026, 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 have a greater advantage: collaborate with different partners, such as NGOs and social enterprises; adopt environmentally friendly approaches to the project. 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 least 3 years. Applications from individuals and commercial ventures will not be considered. Please find the below Briefing PowerPoint for your reference: Presentation deck (including programme application guidelines, please read carefully) FAQ: https://www.communitypartnership.org.hk/faq.php Enrollment is currently closed. The program is open for enrollment from 2nd March to 10th April 2025 at 11:59pm. You can apply through CPP website (Click here), please find the above information for details ...

In order to safeguard NGOs from being misused for terrorist financing, the Security Bureau would like to draw NGOs' attention to the Gazette with an updated list of terrorists and terrorist associates published by the United Nations. NGOs are strongly encouraged to check the names of donors/beneficiary organisations against the name list when they deal with charities or fund raising activities so as to prevent money laundering or terrorist financing. For example, simply key in “Foundation” by using the “Find” function to search throughout the name list. Organisations named with “Foundation” will be highlighted.  Please note:  (1) Terrorists and terrorist associates may adopt very common or fake names to participate illegal activities, such as money laundering or terrorist financing etc. Please be alert in handling donations or transactions.  (2) Terrorists and terrorist associates are not only located or operated in the regions which are facing terror threats, but also in the regions that may have potential of terror threats or may not have any sign of terror threats. Documents download: Remarks 1. List of terrorists or terrorist associates designated by Committees of the United Nations Security Council Updated on 2026/04/01 2. List of individuals, groups, undertakings and entities published under the United Nations Sanctions Regulation  (Part 1) (Part2) Updated on ...