Answer

Yes it does as it is open to all eligible Local Civil Society Organisations.

Other than the regulatory and registration bodies specified in the Application Guide can organisations registered with other bodies i.e. MACODA and Ministry of Justice be eligible to apply under the Call?

Answer

For this call, the initial registration requirement for an organization is to be officially registered with NGORA (for local NGOs) or MACRA (for media houses). The secondary registration involves the organization being registered with other relevant regulatory bodies, such as the Registrar General, Youth Council, MACODA, or the Ministry of Justice, depending on the specific nature of the organization’s operations.

Is the deadline in the Application Guide in Malawian time?

Answer

Yes it is Malawian Time

When are CSSF Projects likely to start?

Answer

Projects would commence in March 2025

Can newly established organisations working in the specified areas who do not have any experience still apply for funding?

Answer

Yes they can apply if they meet the eligibility criteria outlined in the Civil Society Strengthening Fund Application Guidelines

At what point will the self-assessment tool be required or it is just a guide in the application process?

Answer

The Self-Assessment Tool is intended to guide applicants in identifying the areas for support under Restricted (Organizational Strengthening) component. It is not required as part of the submission.

The   Tool  is not mandatory and organisations can use other assessment tools that they have to inform  proposal development process.

Should registration certificates be attached when sending the application?

Answer

No

Are CBOs going to benefit from this funding window? How will Tilitonse Foundation ensure that the ground is levelled for both CSOs and CBOs?

Answer

The Civil Society Strengthening Fund (CSSF) is open to all local Civil Society Organisations in Malawi including Community Based Organisations as long as they meet the eligibility criteria as specified in the CSSF Application Guidelines. Please refer to the Applications Guidelines.