Egypt NGOs receive EGP14.5b in grants in ’24

In a cabinet statement on Thursday, the ministry  figure marks a substantial increase compared to 2023, when only 1,186 grants were approved, amounting to over 5.5 billion Egyptian pounds. Meanwhile, the number of rejected grants in 2024 was notably low, accounting for just 0.3 per cent, mainly due to incomplete documentation.

According to the ministry, the grants are intended to fund a wide range of initiatives aimed at enhancing societal well-being. Specifically, they target health and development projects, increasing family income, creating job opportunities for youth, and supporting women, children, and disability rights. The allocated funds were distributed across diverse areas, including hospital development, patient treatment, democracy promotion, refugee assistance, social welfare programmes, and disaster relief efforts.

Furthermore, the ministry noted that the largest contributions originated from the United States, followed by the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, various United Nations agencies, Germany, France, Saudi Arabia, and the United Kingdom.

This initiative is part of the ministry’s broader strategy to enhance the role of NGOs in driving social and economic development. By increasing the volume of grants, the ministry aims to improve the quality of life and foster social stability in communities throughout Egypt.

To ensure the effective implementation of these funds, the Ministry of Social Solidarity will collaborate closely with civil society organisations. Together, they will oversee the utilisation of resources in priority sectors, ensuring maximum impact.