Grant in aid to Voluntary Organisation in the Child Welfare
About this scheme
The scheme Grant-in-Aid to Voluntary Organisations in Child Welfare, under the Social Welfare Department, Government of Meghalaya, provides financial assistance to voluntary organisations working for the welfare and development of children in rural areas, including street children and working children (child labour). The scheme supports the provision of care and protection, education, food, and clothing to orphaned and street children.
Benefits
Scheme Benefits: Care and protection, education, fooding and clothing
Who is Eligible
- The applicant should be an orphan or street child.
- The applicant should be a child in need of care and protection.
- The applicant should be a working child (child labour) requiring welfare and rehabilitation support.
How to Apply
Offline
How to Avail: Applications are available at the office of the District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) in the 11 districts.
Documents Required
- Identity proof of the child, if available.
- Proof of the child's age, if available.
- Address/residence proof.
- Proof of orphan/street-child status, if applicable.
- Any relevant document related to the child's
Who Is Not Eligible
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Grant-in-Aid to Voluntary Organisations in Child Welfare Scheme?
The scheme provides financial assistance to voluntary organisations working for the welfare and development of children.
- What is the objective of the scheme?
The scheme aims to support the welfare and development of children, particularly children in rural areas, street children, and working children.
- Who are the beneficiaries of the scheme?
The beneficiaries include orphaned children and street children.
- Can working children benefit from the scheme?
Yes. The scheme covers welfare activities for working children (child labour).
- What support is provided under the scheme?
The scheme provides support for care and protection, education, food, and clothing.
- Does the scheme support children living in rural areas?
Yes. The scheme supports organisations working for the welfare and development of children in rural areas.
- How many districts have DSWO offices where applications are available?
Applications are available at the DSWO offices of 11 districts.
- What type of organisations are supported under the scheme?
Voluntary organisations working for child welfare and development are supported under the scheme.
- Is education support provided under the scheme?
Yes. Education is one of the support areas covered under the scheme.
- Does the scheme provide care and protection to children?
Yes. Care and protection are among the key benefits provided under the scheme.
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