grants
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Minister defends transparent, merit-based grant process after Methodist church funding
Facing questions about a faith-based grant, a minister defends a transparent, merit-based process. He says awards are vetted by officials and not driven by personal or religious ties, emphasizing benefits to the wider community. The debate centers on how public funds are allocated.
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Vanua Levu Receives Record $800k in Grants for 203 Groups from Fiji’s Ministry of Multi-Ethnic Affairs
Communities across Vanua Levu are receiving a major grants boost aimed at supporting multi-ethnic and faith-based initiatives. The rollout highlights a broader push for inclusive development, with an emphasis on quick support for grassroots projects and careful upfront oversight.
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Fiji expands faith-based grants to all religions with transparent vetting
Faith-based grants are being opened to all religions, with the ministry stressing transparency and merit-based decisions. Critics had questioned Labasa allocations, but officials say funding is vetted and aimed at wider community benefit.
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84 Western Division groups awarded first round of $2m multi-ethnic grants for 2025–2026
Eighty-four community groups in Fiji’s Western Division kick off the 2025–2026 multi-ethnic grants, part of a $2 million boost. The funding backs a diverse mix of local projects—from cemetery upgrades to solar installations—aimed at strengthening culture, faith, and community cohesion.
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Westpac Fiji Unveils 2026 30 Grants for Women and Girls Education Under Balance the Scales Theme and New Entry Formats
Westpac Fiji kicks off its 2026 round of the Women and Girls Education Grants with a bold new theme and tailored entry ideas for primary to adult learners. Thirty grants are up for grabs, spanning creative formats and tiered awards designed to boost education and empower Fiji’s women and girls. A focused push on practical,…