Five NGOs Win BML Bank Fund 2025 to Advance Community Development

Bank of Maldives (BML) has announced the recipients of its annual Bank Fund 2025, awarding five local NGOs MVR 200,000 each to support impactful projects aimed at sustainable development and community empowerment across the country.

The initiative, launched as part of the Bank’s commitment to social responsibility, identifies and funds five innovative projects every year. The 2025 edition sees a diverse group of organizations selected for their focus on healthcare, education, youth empowerment, and mental wellbeing.

Among the recipients is the Diabetes Society of Maldives, which plans to establish a dedicated clinic in Hulhumalé. The facility will offer accessible, community-based services focusing on diabetes prevention, early detection, and ongoing management.

In Dhaalu Atoll, the United Islamic Society will set up a state-of-the-art multimedia studio at the Dhaalu Atoll Education Centre. This project aims to build digital media literacy among students and further professionalize the school's well-established Media Club.

Meanwhile, the Foundation for Eydhafushi Youth Linkage (FEYLI) will enhance skills development opportunities by creating two integrated labs at Baa Atoll Education Centre. The labs will offer vocational and creative training programs to equip students with practical competencies.

The Maldives Nurses Association has been awarded funding to introduce a sustainable, community-based mental health support service in Hulhumalé Phase 2. The program will focus on outreach, rehabilitation, and accessible care for individuals living with severe mental illnesses.

Lastly, Tiny Hearts of Maldives will use the grant to develop a national digital resource hub dedicated to heart health and physical wellness, creating an accessible platform for families and healthcare providers alike.

Speaking about the initiative, BML stated that the Bank Fund reflects its ongoing commitment to empowering local communities through meaningful support and inclusive development. “We are proud to support these five outstanding projects that align with our vision of a healthier, more resilient Maldives,” the Bank said in a statement.

Now in its successive year, the Bank Fund continues to be a catalyst for grassroots change, highlighting the vital role of partnerships between the financial sector and civil society in shaping a sustainable future.