Recovery for All: Community Selection Call (Ukraine)

The Recovery for All (RFA) Project, funded by the Government of Canada and implemented by Alinea International, supports Ukrainian communities in rebuilding after the war through strategic planning, capacity development, essential services improvement, and recovery project implementation. Eligible communities can receive expert assistance, mentoring, and tools to strengthen local governance, healthcare, education, social protection, economic development, and long-term recovery planning.

About the Recovery for All (RFA) Project

The Recovery for All (RFA) Project is a community recovery initiative designed to support Ukrainian territorial communities affected by the impacts of war.

The programme helps communities develop inclusive and sustainable recovery approaches that improve the quality of life for:

• Residents who remained in their communities.
• Internally displaced people.
• Vulnerable populations.
• Groups requiring improved access to essential services.

The project is funded by the Government of Canada and implemented by Alinea International.

Purpose of the Programme

The RFA Project aims to help Ukrainian communities:

• Recover from war-related challenges.
• Develop long-term community development strategies.
• Improve public services.
• Strengthen local governance capacity.
• Attract funding for recovery initiatives.
• Build partnerships for sustainable development.

The programme focuses on recovery that is inclusive, locally driven, and connected to community priorities.

Key Areas of Support

Selected communities will receive assistance across multiple areas.

Community Development Strategies

The programme supports communities in:

• Developing new Community Development Strategies for 2028–2034.
• Updating existing strategies.
• Creating practical implementation plans.
• Aligning recovery activities with local needs.

Communities will receive expert guidance to design realistic and sustainable development pathways.

Recovery Action Plans and Project Implementation

Support includes:

• Preparing community action plans.
• Identifying priority recovery projects.
• Improving project management processes.
• Supporting implementation of recovery activities.

Communities will receive tools and knowledge to move from planning to action.

Strengthening Project Offices

The programme helps communities establish or improve project offices by supporting:

• Organisational development.
• Project management skills.
• Internal coordination systems.
• Recovery planning capacity.

Strong project offices can help communities successfully manage recovery initiatives.

Fundraising and Resource Mobilisation

Communities will receive support to improve their ability to attract resources through:

• Fundraising strategies.
• Grant application skills.
• Partnership development.
• Resource mobilisation approaches.

The programme helps communities become more capable of accessing external support.

Essential Community Services

The project supports improvements in important public services.

Social Protection Services

Support may include:

• Day care services for children with disabilities.
• Residential care services.
• Assistance for vulnerable residents.
• Improved social support systems.

Primary Healthcare

Communities may receive support to improve:

• Access to healthcare services.
• Local health systems.
• Primary healthcare delivery.

Veterans’ Services

The programme supports:

• Veterans’ policy development.
• Services for veterans.
• Community reintegration approaches.

Local Economic Development

Support may focus on:

• Strengthening local economies.
• Creating economic opportunities.
• Supporting community recovery initiatives.

Inclusive Education

Projects may support:

• Teacher development.
• Inclusive education practices.
• Better access for children with disabilities.

Innovative Preschool Education

The programme supports new approaches such as:

• Mobile kindergartens.
• Mini-kindergartens.
• Alternative preschool education models.

Current Programme Expansion

The Recovery for All Project has already partnered with:

• 23 communities.
• 8 regions of Ukraine.

The programme is expanding to support additional communities interested in long-term recovery planning and development.

Who Is Eligible?

Eligible applicants include:

• Rural territorial communities.
• Settlement territorial communities.
• Urban territorial communities.

Communities must meet the following requirements:

• Population of up to 20,000 people as of 1 January 2026.
• Located in eligible Ukrainian regions.
• Demonstrate commitment to long-term recovery.
• Need support for strategic planning or service improvement.

Eligible Regions

Communities must be located in one of the following regions:

• Vinnytsia Region.
• Dnipropetrovsk Region.
• Zhytomyr Region.
• Odesa Region.
• Poltava Region.
• Kharkiv Region.
• Chernihiv Region.

Community Eligibility Conditions

Applicants should:

• Lack a Community Development Strategy for 2028–2034, or
• Need to update an existing strategy.

Communities should also demonstrate interest in improving:

• Healthcare services.
• Education systems.
• Social protection.
• Veterans’ support.
• Local economic opportunities.

Who Cannot Apply?

Communities are not eligible if they are:

• Located in areas experiencing regular or prolonged attacks.
• Located where security conditions may prevent successful project implementation.

How to Apply

Step 1: Confirm Community Eligibility

Communities should verify:

• Population requirements.
• Regional eligibility.
• Recovery needs.
• Security conditions.

Step 2: Identify Recovery Priorities

Applicants should identify areas requiring support, such as:

• Strategic planning.
• Healthcare.
• Education.
• Social services.
• Economic development.

Step 3: Prepare Application Documents

Applications must include:

• Official application submitted by an authorised representative.
• Letter of support from community leadership.
• Explanation of community needs.
• Confirmation of commitment to participate.
• Identification of a community project coordinator.

Step 4: Submit Through an Authorised Representative

Applications can only be submitted by:

• A representative of a local government body, or
• A representative of a military administration.

Required Letter of Support

The support letter must be signed by:

• The head of the community, or
• The head of the military administration.

The letter should confirm:

• Commitment to participate.
• Reasons the community requires support.
• Name of the designated project coordinator.

Why This Opportunity Matters

The Recovery for All Project supports communities in moving from emergency response toward long-term recovery and development.

The programme helps communities:

• Build stronger local institutions.
• Improve essential services.
• Develop sustainable recovery plans.
• Increase access to funding.
• Support vulnerable residents.
• Create inclusive communities.

By strengthening local capacity, the programme contributes to rebuilding Ukraine in a more resilient and inclusive way.

Tips for a Strong Application

Communities should:

• Clearly explain recovery challenges.
• Identify priority service gaps.
• Demonstrate leadership commitment.
• Select a capable community coordinator.
• Explain how support will benefit residents.
• Show willingness to develop long-term solutions.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Applicants should avoid:

• Applying without confirming regional eligibility.
• Submitting applications without leadership approval.
• Failing to explain community needs.
• Providing unclear recovery priorities.
• Ignoring security requirements.
• Selecting projects without long-term community benefits.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Recovery for All Project?

The Recovery for All Project is a Government of Canada-funded initiative implemented by Alinea International that supports Ukrainian communities in developing inclusive and sustainable recovery solutions.

How many people can live in an eligible community?

Eligible communities must have a population of no more than 20,000 people as of 1 January 2026.

Which Ukrainian regions are eligible?

Eligible regions include Vinnytsia, Dnipropetrovsk, Zhytomyr, Odesa, Poltava, Kharkiv, and Chernihiv.

What support will selected communities receive?

Selected communities receive expert assistance, strategy development support, project planning guidance, training, mentoring, and tools for recovery implementation.

Who can submit an application?

Applications must be submitted by representatives of local government bodies or military administrations.

Does a community need an existing development strategy?

No. Communities without a 2028–2034 strategy or those needing an updated strategy are eligible.

What types of services can the programme support?

The programme supports healthcare, education, social protection, veterans’ services, local economic development, and inclusive community services.

Conclusion

The Recovery for All (RFA) Project provides Ukrainian communities with critical support to design and implement long-term recovery solutions after the impacts of war. By strengthening local governance, improving essential services, and building community capacity, the programme helps create more inclusive, resilient, and sustainable communities across Ukraine.