Good Practice: Subsidy Scheme Iepen Mienskipsfûns (Province of Fryslân)

The Subsidy Scheme Iepen Mienskipsfûns (IMF) is a unique, flexible fund designed to empower bottom-up initiatives that enhance the liveability, resilience, and quality of local communities in Fryslân. Key features include:
- Regional Prioritizing: Local advice committees set regional priorities.
- Flexible Approach: No rigid frameworks, allowing quick responses to community needs.
- Smart Trust (Tûk Betrouwen): Minimal provincial interference, relying on local social control.
- Integrated Approach: Covers multiple policy themes for seamless application.
- IMF Consultants: Accessible support for citizens throughout the application process.
- Learning by Doing: Continuously improved based on real-world experiences.
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