Chamanza Community Foundation for Development, in partnership with Mudzi Connect, has a total budget of MWK 8,000,000 to support locally led projects that strengthen community ownership, philanthropy and sustainable grassroots solutions.

1. WHO CAN APPLY?

Local structures in Traditional Authority Njolomole, Ntcheu, including:

• Community-Based Organisations (CBOs);

• Youth and women organisations, clubs or networks;

• Community institution management committees; and

• Local institutions.

2. NATURE OF PROJECTS

Chamanza has no specific thematic focus. It will only fund projects that:

• Respond to community development needs.

• Align with local development plans.

• Promote community collaboration and grassroots solutions.

• Demonstrate sustainability and community ownership.

3. ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must:

• Be from the area and understand the development plan of their area.

• Be led by indigenous people.

• Have been operational for a minimum of 3 years.

• Have a bank account in their name.

• Have well-defined leadership.

• Be recognized by the leadership of the area (Chiefs or ADC/VDC).

• Can be registered or not.

4. FUNDING

MWK 8,000,000

Total available to support small, sustainable community-led projects.

5. HOW TO APPLY

Request an application form from Chamanza via:

• Email: chamanzayouth2001@gmail.com

• Call / WhatsApp: 0998571307 or 0881550606

Every application must include:

• Written confirmation of the group’s existence from a local Chief or ADC/VDC Chairperson.

• Bank account details in the applying group’s name.

6. CLOSING DATE

16th October

Let’s build stronger communities together!

Cham anza Community Foundation for Development | Mudzi Connect

Local Solutions • Community Led • Sustainable Impact