The Regional Directorate for Youth has defined the compensation allowance for participants in the Youth Volunteering Program.
Through Order no. 183/2026, the Regional Directorate for Youth has set the hourly rate for the monetary compensation allowance granted to young people participating in the Youth Volunteering Program at €2.00 (two euros).
This measure, which has been in effect since April 13, 2026, aims to encourage civic participation and social responsibility among young people in Madeira, as provided for in Ordinance no. 169/2026.
The Regional Government Council authorised programme contracts with the Madeira Ornithological Association, with funding of up to 15,000 euros, and with the ANIMAD Association, with support of up to 30,000 euros, for activities in 2026.
The Region has increased funding for the Santo António care home project, supported by the PRR, to €2,903,153.94. The investment will create 47 new places, with €2,276,051.94 allocated to the 2026 financial year.
The Nossa Senhora da Piedade Foundation may receive up to €4,000 to ensure vulnerable children and young people in Porto Santo can access therapeutic services and psychosocial support. The funding covers project expenses incurred between 1 May and 31 December 2026.