Join Ma’an’s Community Volunteering Activation Programme and transform Abu Dhabi through impactful volunteer work
Whether you’re part of a non-profit, social enterprise, volunteer group, academia, or private sector organisation, this is your chance to contribute to meaningful change.
What is Ma’an’s Community Volunteering Activation Programme?
Ma’an’s Community Volunteering Activation Programme (CVAP) is designed to provide grants to private and third-sector entities.
The goal?
Empowering them to create and implement community-focused programmes that address social priorities.
These programmes can cover a range of sectors, including the environment, social issues, infrastructure, education, and health.
Who can apply?
Licensed not-for-profits, social enterprises, volunteer groups, academia, and private sector organisations are all encouraged to apply.
You can choose from existing opportunities or propose new ones that align with your values and goals.
The flexibility of CVAP allows you to address various social challenges and create a lasting impact on the community.
What are the key themes?
Programmes submitted through CVAP must serve one of Ma’an’s target groups: senior citizens and residents, people of determination, children and youth, women, low-income families, blue-collar workers, and other vulnerable groups.
They should also align with key themes such as environmental conservation, community development, education, healthcare, and national identity.
This approach fosters innovation, personal growth, and societal contribution.
Why volunteer with Ma’an?
Volunteering with Ma’an is more than just giving your time.
It’s about creating strategic alliances across the government, private sector, and third sector to promote impactful volunteering programmes.
These initiatives are designed to foster a culture of collaborative social responsibility, making Abu Dhabi a more inclusive and caring community.
What are the benefits?
Programmes are rolled out as integrated journeys to empower volunteers and enhance their continued participation through community activations.
This promotes volunteer progression, develops evaluation rankings, and offers incentive packages to encourage ongoing engagement.
How does Ma’an support applicants?
Ma’an offers free consultation sessions to help entities design their programmes.
They also provide funding for the initial programme kick-off in the first year and assessment for business scale-up, offering additional funding based on performance and success milestones.
Real impact
In 2023, Ma’an activated 18 operators and funded 21 different programs, benefiting over 150,000 people in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Al Dhafra.
It also engaged more than 3,500 volunteers, demonstrating the powerful impact of collective effort.
Ready to make a change?
Join Ma’an today and be part of a community dedicated to driving social innovation and creating a better Abu Dhabi for all.
Applications are open all year round and interested parties can click here
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