The Northern Ireland Office has announced a commitment of up to £1 million over three years to support the community and voluntary sector in Northern Ireland.
Funds are being provided through the Community Partnership Fund to launch a project titled On the Radar: Pathways to Stronger Communities.
Administration of the scheme will be handled by Co-operation Ireland working alongside Rural Action and NICVA.
Baroness Ruth Anderson, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at the Northern Ireland Office, highlighted the importance of collaboration during an event held at Co-operation Ireland's Belfast Headquarters.
The initiative aims to engage hundreds of grassroots organisations across the region with tailored support mechanisms.
Participating groups will benefit from initial workshops designed to generate new ideas and develop project proposals.
Thirty core organisations are set to receive intensive mentoring, followed by training on how to access additional funding opportunities.
The programme is expected to ultimately assist up to 500 groups in developing their capacity.