Call for Applications for Link Together Initiatives 2026/27 Invitation to Hybrid Briefing Session Established in 2013 by Link REIT, Link Together Initiatives supports eligible charitable organisations to implement innovative projects across three focus areas: Environmental Sustainability, Inclusion and Active Ageing and Youth Empowerment in the communities near Link’s properties to advance sustainable development in society. Since its inception, the Initiatives has earmarked HK$174 million to support more than 200 community projects with 20 million target beneficiaries. For more details, please visit: https://www.linkreit.com/en/community/link-together-initiatives/ Link Together Initiatives 2026/27 projects will be open for eligible charitable organisations in January to February 2026. The Hong Kong Council of Social Service (HKCSS), appointed as project consultant by Link, will support by defining the scope of the funded areas, screening applications and conducting due diligence on applicant organisations. A hybrid briefing session jointly organised by Link and HKCSS to introduce the application details and selection criteria of the Link Together Initiatives 2026/27 will be held in December. Details are as follows: Link Together Initiatives 2026/27 Briefing Session Date: 17 December 2025 (Wednesday) Time: 10:30 am – 11:30 am Format: Hybrid meeting (online via Zoom or face-to-face meeting) Face-to-face meeting: Link Sustainability Lab (3/F, Zone A, Lok ...

Launched in 2012, the HSBC Hong Kong Community Partnership Programme(“CPP”) has partnered with the Home Affairs Department, the Social Welfare Department and The Hong Kong Council of Social Service (HKCSS). CPP aims to inspire district-based community initiatives to foster a more inclusive society. Also, it encourages cross-sector collaboration to address the social needs of local districts and help charities and community organisations in Hong Kong build capacity. In 2025, HKD18 million from The Hongkong Bank Foundation is allocated to support 21 projects under CPP.  HSBC Hong Kong Community Partnership Programme 2025 funded projects: District Organisation Name Project Name Hong Kong Island Caritas - Hong Kong Sai Wan Co-Creation Lab: Intergenerational Future Building MFMW Limited CARE WELL: Community-Driven Empowerment for Migrant Caregivers in Elderly Support Kowloon East Hong Kong Christian Service Journey of Fulfillment: Compassionate Community Initiative The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Memory Spectrum - Nurturing Dementia-friendly Communities Through Transition Hong Kong Family Welfare Society Silver Smart Learning Hub JORDAN VALLEY KAIFONG WELFARE ASSOCIATION Embrace Chorus Kwun Tong Methodist Social Service TEEN Horizons Project Kowloon West The Salvation Army "Cook for You" Community Support Project for Carer Stone Houses Family Garden Company Limited Cross-Generational Volunteer Team Teach for Hong Kong Foundation ...

Since 2020, HKEX Foundation has set up the HKEX Charity Partnership Programme (the Programme) to support impactful community projects that creates structural and system changes, run by local charitable institutions.    In partnership with The Hong Kong Council of Social Service, the Programme aims to give back to the community based on four focus areas: Financial Literacy, Social Empowerment, Talent Development and Environmental Sustainability, addressing various social and environmental challenges.      Application Details   Date of Application  The Programme will accept online application from 18 June to 18 July 2025 at 5 p.m.    Eligibility  Local charitable institutions that are:  registered under Section 88 of the Inland Revenue Ordinance (Cap 112) for at least 3 years (Since 18 Jul 2022)    Funding Amount  The funding amount for each proposed project should range from HKD500,000 to HKD5,000,000.    Duration of Each Project  The duration of each proposed project should be 12, 24 or 36 months.   (Starting from 1 December 2025 and to be completed on 30 November 2026, 2027 or 2028. Each project will have a 1-month preparation period before project launch)    Vetting Criteria  Vetting Criteria  Weighting  Relevance with the Programme’s focus areas  Aligns with the HKEX Foundation’s focus area(s)   10%  Project output, outcome and ...

Operation Santa Claus (OSC) is an annual charity campaign established jointly by the South China Morning Post and Radio Television Hong Kong in 1988. It is dedicated to cultivating a spirit of giving, love and care throughout Hong Kong. Over the past 36 years, it has raised over HK$396 million for over 364 charity projects in Hong Kong. We are now calling for a new round of funding proposals. To better identify and align with OSC’s mission to support smaller charities, an organization will be eligible to apply if it Is a non-profit charitable organisation registered in Hong Kong and exempt from tax under section 88 of the Inland Revenue Ordinance. Has a current Certificate of Incorporation. Does not receive Social Welfare Department major subvention allocation Does not exceed in the previous financial year annual expenditure of HK$15 million. To encourage collaboration, applications requesting HK$600,000 or above are highly recommended to include at least two organisations working together. The other organisation(s) can be a charity, social enterprise or private company. Maximum funding amount: HK$1 Million per project We welcome projects focusing the following service groups: Social Issues/ Service Groups Children & Youth Elderly Adult Persons with disabilities or persons in ...

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, vital 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 in our community and addressing various social and environmental challenges. Application Details Date of Application The Scheme will accept online application from 30 April to 28 May 2025 at 5 p.m. Eligibility Social Enterprises (SEs) that have a clear social mission, revenue model, and a proven track record and 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 ...