Grant-in-Aid for NGOs in Puducherry: Financial Assistance for Residential Homes

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Grant-in-Aid to Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) under Social Defence, initiated by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry, provides financial assistance to NGOs operating residential homes for orphans, destitute children, aged persons, and individuals with physical or mental disabilities. The grant is aimed at supporting the recurring expenses of these residential homes to ensure better care for their residents.

Benefits of the Scheme

  1. Financial Assistance
    • Grant-in-Aid of ₹500 per inmate, per month, for 12 months.
    • The grant covers 90% of the estimated cost, while the NGO bears the remaining 10%.
  2. Expenses Covered
    • Food, clothing, soap, oil.
    • Electricity and water charges.
    • Postage, stationery, education, vocational training, and recreation.
    • Health care and medical expenses.
    • Staff salaries, rent, and maintenance.
  3. Installments
    • Financial assistance is released in two equal installments annually.

Eligibility Criteria

  1. Type of Organisation
    • NGOs must operate residential homes for:
      • Orphans, destitute, or street children.
      • Aged and infirm individuals.
      • Physically or mentally disabled persons.
  2. Legal Registration
    • The NGO must be registered under:
      • The Societies Registration Act, 1860 (Act XXI of 1860).
      • A public trust under applicable laws.
      • A charitable company licensed under Section 25 of the Companies Act, 1956.
  3. Operational History
    • The NGO must have operated for at least 3 years continuously before applying. Exceptions may be granted by the government in special cases.
  4. Licensing
    • NGOs must be licensed under the Women and Children Licensing Rules, 1956 by the Department of Social Welfare.
  5. Governance and Financial Stability
    • The NGO must have a managing body with defined roles and responsibilities.
    • The organisation must demonstrate sound financial management.
  6. Service Inclusivity
    • NGOs must provide services irrespective of religion, caste, color, or creed.
  7. Non-Profit Clause
    • The NGO should not operate for profit and must be free from corrupt practices.

Application Process

The application process is conducted offline:

  1. Visit the Office
    • Collect the application form from the Department of Social Welfare office or sub-office during working hours.
  2. Fill Out the Application
    • Complete all mandatory fields in the application form.
    • Attach a passport-sized photograph and required documents.
  3. Submit the Application
    • Submit the completed application to the appropriate authority:
      • Puducherry: Field Officer, Social Defence Section, Directorate of Social Welfare.
      • Karaikal: Assistant Director, Social Welfare Department (Sub Office).
      • Mahe/Yanam: Welfare Officer (i/c), Social Welfare Department (Sub Office).
  4. Acknowledgement
    • Request an acknowledgment receipt containing the date, time, and a unique ID number (if applicable).

Documents Required

  1. Registration Certificate/License
  2. Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)/Bye-laws
  3. Audit Report
  4. Utilization Certificate
  5. Annual Report

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What percentage of the cost does the grant-in-aid cover?

  • The grant covers 90% of the estimated cost; the NGO must bear the remaining 10%.

2. How long does the financial assistance last?

  • Assistance is provided for 12 months in two equal installments annually.

3. Can an NGO operate for profit under this scheme?

  • No, only non-profit NGOs are eligible for this scheme.

4. What expenses are covered under the scheme?

  • The grant covers expenses for food, clothing, utilities, education, recreation, health care, salaries, and maintenance.

5. What is the operational history requirement for eligibility?

  • NGOs must have operated continuously for at least 3 years before applying.

6. What licensing requirements must NGOs meet?

  • NGOs must be licensed under the Women and Children Licensing Rules, 1956.

7. Are there restrictions on the NGO’s service offerings?

  • Services must be offered to beneficiaries irrespective of religion, caste, color, or creed.

8. Where should I submit my application?

  • Submit the application to the Field Officer, Assistant Director, or Welfare Officer (i/c), depending on your location.

9. What types of residential homes are eligible?

  • Homes for orphans, destitute children, aged individuals, and physically or mentally disabled persons.

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