Non-government organisations (NGOs) in Ghana have become the first line of engagement for the country�s needy population. The work NGOs do at the grassroots level within local communities often makes them one of the most effective and efficient vehicles to address community challenges.

United Way Ghana (UWG) is positioning itself as a critical player within this network and has developed an initiative to help NGOs and community-based organisations (CBOs) increase their access to donors, resources and skills; and build capacity in areas of health, education and income generation.

The United Way Ghana Community Investment Program (CIP) offers agencies in Ghana the framework and tools to build an adequate and efficient infrastructure, and deliver solutions that have the potential to make lasting and positive changes in communities through replicable models. The CIP gives selected agencies that meet United Way Ghana�s strict criteria, access to a range of free services under the CIP umbrella. These services include UWG�s Small Grants Program, the Gifts-In-Kind initiative, support in building NGO capacity, and participation in the UWG Day of Caring event.

This initiative works for the sustainability of NGOs, it promotes creative ideas for long-term generation of institutional funds for development intervention; improves professional efforts in resource mobilisation and advocates for increased allocation of donor resources for building the skills and capacities of NGOs. Through these partnerships we intend to help CBOs and NGOs make a valuable difference to the lives of children, families, adults, and the aged throughout Ghana.

If your organisation wishes to be considered for the UWG CIP, please download an NGO Affiliation Form and register your organisation for consideration as an affiliate member of the United Way Ghana (UWG) network.� All successful candidates will be contacted.