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Global Challenges Local Solutions

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Global Challenges Local Solutions

Program supports organizations and communities that try to solve global problems on a local level.

22/04/2026

🎬 In this GCLS round, one video is not enough

The video campaign is a new requirement in the 9th round – but it’s best to think of it not as “a video”, but as a story about change in your community.

What works best?
✔ a series of short videos instead of just one
✔ real stories of people and local initiatives
✔ showing not only the problem, but also the solution

💡 Think of it this way:
not “we will create a video about SDGs”
→ but “we will show how SDGs work in practice in our community”

The coherence and purpose of your campaign will play an important role in the evaluation.

⏳ The call is open until April 30

Good luck!

17/04/2026

📌 Planning your GCLS application?

Don’t skip the FAQ.

In just a few minutes, you can:
👉 understand the requirements better
👉 avoid common mistakes
👉 feel more confident about your proposal

It’s a small step that can make a big difference.

👉 Take a look at the FAQ:
🔗 https://localsolutionsfund.org/grant-competition/

01/04/2026

🚀 GCLS 9th Grant Round is now OPEN!

No April Fools’ joke here — this is for real 🙂

We invite Community Foundations from previous GCLS rounds to apply for funding under the theme:
🎥 “Solutions for the Future”

This year, we are looking for video-based campaigns that:
✔ raise awareness about SDGs
✔ engage local communities
✔ showcase local solutions to global challenges

💰 Up to 15,000 USD
📅 Deadline: April 30, 2026

👉 Learn more & apply: https://localsolutionsfund.org/grant-competition/

09/03/2026

Spring is almost here 🌱 and we have some exciting news to share!

We are getting ready to launch ✨the new grant competition✨ dedicated to the fantastic organisations that participated in the previous eight rounds.

This time, the main task will be to develop video film scripts 🎥

We are moving with the times and focusing on video storytelling, because effective communication and education about the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) should follow current trends and formats.

Stay tuned and follow our social media channels and website for updates.

27/01/2026

How do we talk about sustainable development with young people in an engaging way?

Within the 8th round of the GCLS programme, Viduslatgales pārnovadu fonds created an educational card game dedicated to the 17 Sustainable Development Goals. The game was originally developed in Latvian — and we’re happy to share that the Academy translated it into English, making it accessible to a wider, international audience 🌱

The cards encourage discussion, critical thinking and reflection on global challenges, while giving educators plenty of freedom to adapt the game to different subjects and age groups.

📥 Download the game for free here: https://localsolutionsfund.org/an-educational-card-game-on-the-sdgs/
Feel free to use it, share it and get inspired!

19/12/2025

✨🎄 May your Christmas be a time of calm, warmth, and joyful moments shared with those closest to your heart ❤.
May the New Year 🎇 open doors to peace, success, and inspiring opportunities, especially those that help build a more sustainable and inclusive future.

07/11/2025

🎨 Discover the SDGs through fun and play! 🌍

Learn about the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a creative and playful way!
We’re excited to share a unique educational coloring book created by the Fundația Comunitară Galați 🎯 in collaboration with a game designer and graphic artist, as part of the project.

This beautifully designed activity book is full of questions, tasks, and illustrations that inspire children to explore topics like sustainability ♻️, equality 🤝, and global cooperation 🌎.

📘 Activity Book – English Version
Now available in English, this resource can reach children all around the world! ✨ It’s a perfect blend of learning and creativity — helping even the youngest readers understand how they can make a difference.

Learning about the SDGs can start at any age — and with this activity book, it begins with imagination, color, and play.

📥 Download the coloring book here: https://localsolutionsfund.org/good-practices/discover-the-sdgs-through-fun-and-play/

15/10/2025

From the Heart of : in Action

Can sports be a tool for education, inclusion, and supporting local projects? Absolutely. A great example comes from Făgăraș, Romania – the Bikeathon organized by the Country Community Foundation.

What makes this event unique?

Scale and Impact – Over 11 years, the event has raised more than 1 million RON for 121 local projects.

Inclusive Participation – From toddlers in the “Frog Race,” to adults on MTB routes, to people in wheelchairs on the special “Drumul Șonei” course.

Engaging Companies and the Community – 50% of corporate registration fees go directly to the causes they choose.

Connecting Local Action to Global Goals – The event addresses local needs while promoting the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

For us Global Challenges Local Solutions, this is a clear example of how sports, fundraising, and community action can work together effectively.

The Bikeathon presentation is available for download and offers plenty of inspiration for anyone looking to create a similar impact in their community. 🔗 Link in the comments.

25/09/2025

🌍 GCLS 8th Round Spotlight: Bikeathon Făgăraș - Think GLOBAL | Act LOCAL (Romania)

This annual cycling event, led by Făgăraș Country Community Foundation, promotes the Sustainable Development Goals ( ) while engaging local and international communities.

💡 Highlights:

Training participants on SDGs and their practical impact

Collaborating with municipalities, businesses, and NGOs

Organizing cycling events and fundraising campaigns in Romania, the Netherlands & Canada

🌱 Impact:

Raised awareness of SDGs across communities

Supported local initiatives through fundraising

Strengthened local partnerships and collaboration

👉 Proof that global change starts with local action.

24/09/2025

🌍 GCLS 8th Round Spotlight: Travel for Change (Italy)
As part of the 8th edition of , we supported Travel for Change, a project led by the Fondazione MeSSInA that is transforming tourism in by aligning it with the Sustainable Development Goals ( ).

💡 Why it matters
The project tackles overtourism by promoting sustainable practices and raising SDG awareness among both residents and visitors. Through educational workshops, the co-design of tourism routes, and the Travel for Change Academy, local communities have gained the knowledge and tools to build a resilient, environmentally friendly tourism economy.

🌱 Results already taking shape:

A network of tourism destinations operating according to sustainable development principles.

A ready-to-use toolkit for co-creating community-driven tourism itineraries.

A public showcase at Horcynus Festival 2025, where the “Travel for Change” model inspired policymakers and advocates of responsible tourism.

This initiative demonstrates how local ideas—rooted in community knowledge and global best practices—can effectively protect the climate ( ), support sustainable cities and communities ( ), and safeguard biodiversity ( ).

👉 Proof that global change starts with local action.

23/09/2025

🌍 8th Round of GCLS: Locally for Global Goals – Empowering Communities through SDGs and Volunteering (Poland)

As the world celebrates from September 19–26, we want to highlight one of the inspiring projects from the 8th edition of GCLS, implemented by the Clementin Foundation (Fundacja Klementyna), which shows how local actions can drive global change.

Key activities included:

Employee volunteering campaigns, such as “Wolontariat z Klementyną”, promoted via social media and local business partnerships.

Workshops for local authorities, school leaders, and teachers to introduce the SDGs and explore their implementation in local policies and education.

The “Friendly Local Business” campaign, engaging companies in SDG-driven social initiatives.

The project reached approximately 40,000 people across five districts, creating practical opportunities for engagement and fostering collaboration among local businesses, authorities, and schools.

It addresses key SDGs including No Poverty (SDG 1), Zero Hunger (SDG 2), Quality Education (SDG 4), Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10), and Partnerships for the Goals (SDG 17).

💡 By connecting local volunteering and SDG initiatives, this project is a perfect example of how small actions contribute to global goals.

Discover more about this project and other good practices here: https://localsolutionsfund.org/good-practices/8th-round-of-gcls-locally-for-global-goals-empowering-communities-through-sdgs-and-volunteering-poland/

22/09/2025

🌍 GCLS during the 2025 Global Week of Action
From September 19–26, the world celebrates , focusing on building partnerships for the economy of the future.

At , we want to show how local actions deliver real impact. During the 8th edition of our program, we supported projects that introduce innovations, foster partnerships, and create fair and resilient economic models.

💡 These local solutions prove that global change starts with small steps in our cities and communities.

Stay with us over the coming days and discover our best practices!

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