Apply for funding from the Fund for Local Cooperation (FLC) – Kenya

The Embassy of Finland hereby invites Kenya civil society organizations and private sector to submit proposals to apply for funding from the Fund for Local Cooperation (FLC).
FLC is a development cooperation instrument managed by the Embassy in Nairobi. The fund provides grants to well-defined projects in selected priority areas of Finland in Kenya. The support is intended for project-based support only.
The Fund for Local Cooperation is governed by Finnish legislation and policies, particularly the Act on Discretionary Government Grants (688/2001) and the FLC Internal instructions (6/2014) of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs (MFA) of Finland.
The local partners implementing FLC projects must abide by the relevant local legislation. As a rule, a local partner should implement the project.
Focus Areas
Accountability and transparency in democratic processes improvedCorruption and misuse of funds prevents the achievement of development and realization of human rights. Through transparency, societies can act against corrupt decision and plans that are not in their interest. The proposed initiative should seek to strengthen democratic institutions, enhance civic engagement, and ensure transparency and accountability in governance. Preference will be given to organizations that have experience, expertise, and past projects relevant to this sector/theme.
ObjectivesIncrease capacity of citizens and facilitate them with practical mechanisms to effectively participate in governance and influence policy processes, monitor performance of government and demand accountability.
Increase capacity of decision-makers at the local level to be more transparent in their processes and be more responsive to citizens’ needs and promote access to information
Increase and enhance representation of marginalized groups in governance processes
The support is to one project partner. The maximum funding available is EUR 200 000. The grant will be for a duration of two years.
Women and youth participation in peace and security protected and advancedEngaging women and youth in peace processes helps to break cycles of violence by addressing root causes and promoting social cohesion. Their active participation fosters a culture of peace and dialogue, which is essential for long-term stability. This call aims to support innovative projects that empower women and youth, promote peace, and enhance security in Kenyan communities. The Embassy is particularly interested in initiatives that aligns with the WPS and YPS agenda. Preference will be given to organizations with experience, expertise and has past projects relevant to WPS and YPS.
ObjectivesEmpower women and youth and engage them as champions in conflict prevention, resolution and peacebuilding within their communities.
Advocate for policies that enhance women and youth roles in peace and security.
The funding is for two (2) partners, one on women peace and security and the other on youth peace and security. The funding will be a maximum of 130 000 and 80 000 EUR respectively.
Citizen resilience against manipulation enhancedMisinformation poses significant threats to the society. The spread of false information can have wide-ranging consequences, affecting various aspects of life. The Embassy is particularly interested in initiatives/organisations that have proven track record in implementing media literacy and/or countering mis/disinformation projects and/or have relevant expertise for such initiatives.
ObjectivesEquip the public with skills to critically evaluate information and recognize misinformation and stop the spread of fake news
Strengthen fact-checking mechanisms
Advocate for policies that promote transparency and accountability in information dissemination
The maximum funding available is 100 000 EUR for one project partner for a duration of one or two years.
Eligibility Criteria
The fund supports initiatives of local Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Civil Society Organization/Foundation, Community Based Organizations (CBO) and private sector entities registered in Kenya. The organizations must abide by the relevant local legislations.
Ineligible
FLC funding cannot be granted:To government ministries or counties
To unregistered association or organization
To support the activities of a political party
For charity purposes, humanitarian aid, donations, scholarships events and kind support
To Finnish beneficiaries
For research projects
To businesses at ideation
To entities that have engaged in human rights violation such as child labour, racism, discrimination on gender including for vulnerable groups
For more information, visit Embassy of Finland.