In Sibiu County, Romania, residents are often overwhelmed by fragmented and contradictory information. Yet, they consistently respond with attention and financial support to local stories they recognize. While the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) can feel abstract, the Sibiu Community Foundation is using the region’s largest community-funding event, the Sibiu International Marathon, to ground these global […]

Twenty-five local organisations, twenty-five stories, and one question: what can a county learn about global challenges by looking at its own communities? To mark its 25th anniversary, Northamptonshire Community Foundation is launching Think Global, Act Northamptonshire: 25 Stories of Change. The campaign will produce a series of short documentary-style videos featuring charities and community groups […]

We are pleased to announce the results of the ninth round of the Global Challenges for Local Solutions programme. In this year’s edition, participants were asked to develop video campaign projects addressing local initiatives supporting the implementation of one to three Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Out of 20 submitted applications, the grant committee selected 14 […]

This time, we invite organizations from previous GCLS editions to take part in a new challenge. The goal? To create impactful video campaigns that educate and raise awareness about the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) while engaging local communities. Apply by: April 30, 2026 Projects run: June–November 2026 All key documents — guidelines, application form, FAQ, […]

We’re excited to share some great news! On April 1, we will launch a new round of the GCLS grant program. This round is special: only organizations that have participated in the previous eight rounds are eligible to apply. The main focus will be creating campaigns and video content to raise awareness and educate about the […]

This unique activity book introduces children to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a playful and engaging way. Created by Galati Community Foundation in collaboration with a game designer and graphic artist as part of the GCLS project, the book is filled with questions and interactive tasks designed to spark curiosity and conversation among the […]