The Hong Kong Council of Social Service (HKCSS), in partnership with HKEX Foundation, has set up the HKEX Impact Funding Scheme (the Scheme). The Scheme supports non-subvented local charities to run community projects focusing on the four themes of HKEX Foundation, i.e. Financial Literacy, Diversity and Inclusion, Poverty Relief and Environmental Sustainability, serving a wide spectrum of people in need in our community. In addition, the Scheme also aims to promote the use of technology and innovation to address social and environmental challenges of the society.

The Scheme will be open for applications from mid-Nov to mid-Dec 2022.

Eligibility

• Agency member of The Hong Kong Council of Social Service;
• Charitable organisations registered under Section 88 of the Inland Revenue Ordinance (Cap 112); and
•  Organisations that do not receive government’s regular subvention (Except the funding for project-based services and services awarded by the way of bidding).

Fund Size

The fund size for each proposed project should range from HKD500,000 to HKD1,000,000.

Duration of Each Project

The duration of each proposed project should be between 12 months.

About HKEX Foundation

HKEX Foundation was established to deepen HKEX’s connectivity and long-standing commitment to addressing the social and environmental challenges faced by our communities. It is a recognised charitable entity under Section 88 of the Inland Revenue Ordinance. HKEX Foundation supports those in need through partnerships with local charities and funding projects across four focus areas: Financial Literacy, Diversity and Inclusion, Poverty Relief, and Environmental Sustainability.

Enquiries

The Hong Kong Council of Social Service – Ms Mandy Chan (T: 2876 2401) / Ms Winnie Wong (T: 2876 2479)
 

Email: [email protected]