Change Microgrant Programme

📍 Catch-Up Meetings in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
🗓️ 21 May 2026

While in Sabah, the CHANGE team ( Ai Goto Joanne JT Mun) took the opportunity to reconnect with three past CHANGE Microgrant partners based in Kota Kinabalu.

Although their funded project periods have already ended, we believe that meaningful partnerships should not end when the grant ends. These catch-up meetings allowed us to learn about their recent developments, hear about challenges they continue to face, and explore future possibilities for collaboration and impact.

🤝 Dorisch Enterprise
We met with Ms Doris to learn about the progress of her community-based jewellery initiative and the opportunities it continues to create for local women.

♻️ LJD Corporation LJD
We met with Ms Saila Saidie and her team to hear updates on their plastic upcycling work with marginalised communities and discuss environmental sustainability challenges in Sabah.

🌱 Social Farming Enterprise
We had an engaging discussion with Mr Kent Chau and Mr Tom Wong about hydroponic farming and its potential application in schools, hostels, healthcare facilities, and other community settings.

These conversations reminded us that small grants can plant seeds that continue to grow well beyond the initial project period.

Thank you to all our project partners for your warm hospitality, ongoing dedication, and commitment to creating positive change in your communities.

Small Grants, Big Change.

📍 Site Visit to Keningau, Sabah
🗓️ 19–20 May 2026

As part of our ongoing monitoring and learning process, the CHANGE team recently visited Keningau, Sabah to observe two projects supported through the CHANGE Microgrant Programme 2025/26.

These site visits are an important opportunity for us to better understand the realities on the ground, learn from our project partners, and see firsthand how small grants can contribute to meaningful change in local communities.

🌱 Project #1: Slice of Care
Project Partner: Keningau Vocational College
Project Lead: Teacher Syafiqah Eugene

This project provides baking skills training for women working in cleaning and support roles, as well as women from the surrounding community. Through practical training led by teachers and supported by vocational college students, participants gain skills that can help them generate additional income and strengthen their economic resilience.

We were delighted to meet the participants, observe the training sessions, and see the cakes and products they had learned to create. It was inspiring to witness the enthusiasm and determination of both the trainers and participants.

🎲 Project #2: Good Games
Project Partners: EUREKA Hub & Keningau Vocational College
Project Lead: Teacher Khalifa Affnan

This creative project empowers students to design educational board games for younger learners and the wider community. During our visit, students introduced two game prototypes they had developed: one focusing on anti-bullying awareness and another on financial literacy.

We had the opportunity to play the games together and were impressed by how engaging, educational, and thoughtfully designed they were. What stood out most was the students’ initiative in creating activities that encourage face-to-face interaction, collaboration, and learning beyond screens.

Beyond the projects themselves, this visit reminded us of the passion, creativity, and commitment of educators, students, and community members working together to create positive change.

A heartfelt thank you to Keningau Vocational College, EUREKA Hub, Teacher Syafiqah Eugene, Teacher Khalifa Affnan, and everyone involved for warmly welcoming us and sharing your inspiring work.
Eureka Hub Bakeri & Pastri, KV Keningau Kolej Vokasional Keningau Khalifa Affnan

We look forward to following your continued progress and impact.

🌿 ADD-ON FUND OPPORTUNITY 2026 🌿

Applications for the CHANGE Add-On Fund are now open for our past and current Microgrant Project Partners.

If your organisation has previously received a CHANGE Microgrant and would like to continue or expand your project, please check your email inbox for the full application details and eligibility criteria.

The announcement has been emailed directly to eligible Project Partners, that are our past or current Project Partners since 2021 to present.

We look forward to receiving many impactful proposals again this year 💛