A total of 99 applications were submitted by non-governmental organizations wishing to support communities affected by the recent flood in Poland.
This edition of the competition is unique as it is dedicated to organizations working in areas impacted by the state of natural disaster following the recent flood in southern Poland. The financial support can be used for a variety of projects, such as:
- Support for Volunteer Fire Brigades: equipment modernization, training, preventive activities.
- Childcare services: after-school activities, psychological support.
- Assistance for the elderly and people with disabilities: adapting homes, rehabilitation equipment, caregiving services.
- Winterizing homes: repairs, insulation, purchasing construction materials.
Next step – evaluation of applications
The organizers are now moving forward with the formal and substantive evaluation of the submitted applications. The competition results will be announced on November 20, 2024, when we will select 20 projects.
Since 2023, the POP Fund has been supporting the activities of non-governmental organizations in Poland. Thanks to this initiative, many projects have gained new opportunities for development, and thousands of people have received essential aid. The 4th edition of the grant competition is another example of how collaboration between non-governmental organizations and businesses can yield tangible benefits for society. In total, over 8 million PLN have been allocated through the competition.