The social exchange will provide a transparent fundraising avenue for non-profit organisations (NPOs) to raise funds for eligible social impact projects, in line with Malaysia’s sustainability and inclusion agenda.

The SC said the exchange would widen the role of the capital market to support fundraising for Malaysia’s third sector and instilling trust in fundraising by NPOs.

“Aligned with the priorities of the 13th Malaysia Plan, the Social Exchange ensures transparency and accountability in fundraising towards social impact projects,” SC Chairman Dato’ Mohammad Faiz Azmi said.

“This will strengthen public trust and mobilise more resources towards meaningful social impact,” he said.

The Guidelines, issued today, sets out requirements for social exchange platform operators and NPOs, including eligibility, disclosure and mandatory reporting to assure donors on how funds are utilised and the outcomes achieved.

Applications to operate a social exchange opens today, 19 September 2025. Accordingly, interested NPOs may review the Guidelines to understand and prepare for participation.

The Guidelines come into effect immediately and is available here.