Epic Applications are Now Closed!
EPIC is designed to empower community-based organisations with innovative projects that have a significant impact on communities across Trinidad and Tobago. This year, the EPIC grant will provide funding up to TT$150,000. The program typically focuses on funding projects that address critical social, economic, or environmental challenges and demonstrates the potential to create lasting positive change.Extraordinary Projects Impacting Communities
Digicel Foundation is calling all registered non-profit organisations (inclusive of community-based organisations, faith-based organisations and public schools) to apply for an EPIC grant today!
This year, EPIC will focus on indoor or outdoor projects from these five (5) thematic areas–Renewable Energy, Environment, Agriculture, Education, and Technology. Ten (10) NGO partners can receive up to TT$150,000 in EPIC funding.
If you have an innovative, sustainable community project that falls within one of the five themes, apply for an EPIC grant to transform for your community. The application period will run from June 17- August 12, 2024. Fill in the online application form. Make sure to have your supporting documents–Proof of Registration, Annual Returns and a realistic Budget. You cannot complete your application without these mandatory documents.
EPIC was launched in 2012 to empower community-based organisations to create significant and sustainable impact by providing financial and technical support for projects that address various social needs. Example of funded EPIC projects are playparks,community gardens, aquaponics, solar-powered hydroponics, refurbishment of community centres, computer labs, youth friendly spaces, upgrades to outdoor sporting facilities, just to name a few.
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150 Projects
88,225 Impacted
TT$7.2 million Invested
Requirements
Proof of Registration
Detailed and realistic Budget reflecting scope
Current Annual Return
Evidence of Project Sustainability
Services with opportunities for the target audience
Services with opportunities for the target audience
Innovation in the field of focus
Implementation within 12 — 16 Weeks.
Project Media
Youth Friendly spaces
The Rotaract Club of Diego Martin partnered with us to upgrade the basketball court in the Waterhole Community in Cocorite
Seniors' Gym
The Barataria Community Council accessed an EPIC grant to develop a senior's fitness space and gym at the community centre.
Hydroponics Farming
The Greenvale Police Youth Club accessed EPIC funding to develop a farm. The youth are now exposed to different types of farming.
Youth Friendly spaces
The Rotaract Club of Diego Martin partnered with us to upgrade the basketball court in the Waterhole Community in Cocorite
Seniors' Gym
The Barataria Community Council accessed an EPIC grant to develop a senior's fitness space and gym at the community centre.
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