Scheme for Providing (Golden Jubilee) One Time Grant-In-Aid in Memory of Blessed Mother Tereza

Scheme for Providing (Golden Jubilee) One Time Grant-In-Aid in Memory of Blessed Mother Tereza

The Government of Goa has initiated the “Scheme for Providing (Golden Jubilee) One Time Grant-In-Aid in Memory of Blessed Mother Tereza” to extend support to vulnerable children and disadvantaged individuals in the state. Launched under the Directorate of Art and Culture, this scheme focuses on aiding children living in slums, orphans, and runaways who are often victims of poverty and neglect.

About the Scheme

Effective from April 1, 2011, this initiative is designed to safeguard the well-being of children exposed to malnutrition, health issues, and neglect. It extends its benefits not only to children but also to the elderly, destitute, and disabled individuals who require assistance in various forms including healthcare, shelter, food, and clothing. The government recognizes its duty to ensure that these basic necessities are met for the underprivileged members of society.

Objectives

• To offer assistance to underprivileged children, the elderly, destitute, and disabled individuals.
• To acknowledge and enhance the sustainable efforts of reputable institutions providing a safe environment, food, shelter, and healthcare for the upliftment of marginalized communities.
• To support these institutions in the execution of their programs.
• To cater to various neglected and downtrodden sections of society.

Benefits

The scheme allocates a one-time grant of ₹ 25,00,000 to selected institutions and NGOs as outlined in Clause (A). The financial support for eligible organizations under Clauses (B) and (C) will be determined based on recommendations from the selection committee and government approval. Enhanced grants, as per Clause (C), will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis, with a maximum limit of ₹ 1,00,00,000 for total grants in each instance.

Eligibility Criteria

Clause (A): List of Eligible Institutions/NGOs

• Snehamandir, Ponda
• Lokvishwas Pratishthan, Ponda
• Sanjeevan, Ponda
• Matruchhaya, Ponda
• Kasturba Matoshri Trust, Panaji
• Children’s Rights in Goa, Panaji
• Sangat, Panaji
• Jan Ugahi, Margao
• Positive People, Panaji
• Sethu, Panaji
• Disha Charitable Trust, Panaji
• Mother Teresa Sisters, Panaji
• Gujarati Samaj Educational Trust for Handicapped, Margao
• Caritas, St Francis Xavier’s Academy, Old Goa
• Daddy’s Home, Margao
• Asha Deep, Vasco
• Arz, Vasco
• Chetana Charitable Trust, Curchorem
• Navjot Rehabilitation, Thivim
• Shanti Avedna Ashram, Loutolim
• Nitya Seva Niketan, Rivona
• Keshav Seva Sadhana’s Narayan Zantye School for Special Children
• Caritas Asro, Thivim
• Jyot Society, Margao
• Mother Mary Heaven, Calangute
• Divine Providence, Benaulim
• Indian Red Cross Society, Panaji
• Lar Santa Margarita, Diwar
• Lar de Santa Teresa, Margao

Clause (B): Additional Eligible Institutions/NGOs

Other organizations not listed above may qualify for grants subject to the following conditions:

• Submission of grant applications in the prescribed format.
• Registration with state government authorities.
• Minimum existence of 5 years.
• Provision of humanitarian services to at least 25 individuals (e.g., the elderly, sick, underprivileged children) for the past 5 years.
• Infrastructure with a minimum area of 50 sq. meters, including proper ventilation, toilet, and kitchen facilities.
• Submission of the institution’s constitution or bylaws.

Clause (C): Criteria for Enhanced Grants

Eligible institutions may apply for enhanced grants based on specific proposals, adhering to the following:

• Submission of a detailed proposal backed by appropriate documentation.
• Focus of the proposal must align with the institution’s approved constitution.
• Proposals should specifically target upliftment activities for underprivileged children, the sick, elderly, disabled, and destitute.
• The total grant amount must not exceed ₹ 1,00,00,000.

Application Process

Apply Offline

1. Visit the Directorate of Art & Culture, Government of Goa, located at 5th Floor, Shram Shakti Bhavan, Patto, Panaji, Goa – 403001.
2. Print the application form or request a copy from the relevant authority.
3. Complete the form, paste a signed passport-sized photograph, and attach required documents.
4. Submit the filled and signed application form along with the documents to the ADC at the Directorate of Art & Culture. For inquiries, call 0832-2404642 or email adc-dac.goa@nic.in.

Official Source: View on myScheme.gov.in