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COAST Foundation
- Complaint hotline01711 455591 (men), 01713 328810 (women)
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Frequently asked questions
What is COAST Foundation?
COAST Foundation (Coastal Association for Social Transformation) is a national, non-political NGO founded in 1998 on Bhola island. It works with poor and marginalised people in the coastal districts of Bangladesh on economic, social and climate justice, disaster response and the Rohingya humanitarian response.
Is COAST Foundation registered?
Yes. COAST is registered with the NGO Affairs Bureau of the Prime Minister's Office (No. 1242), licensed by the Microcredit Regulatory Authority (No. 00956-04041-00068) and registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 (No. S-13496/2021). Copies of the certificates are on our Transparency page.
Where does COAST work?
In 136 branches across seven regions: Bhola, Cox's Bazar, Noakhali, Chattogram, Barishal, Cumilla and an outreach region, covering coastal districts from Barguna and Patuakhali to Cox's Bazar, plus the Rohingya camps and Bhasan Char.
How is COAST funded?
Core programmes (people's organisations, primary healthcare, disaster response fund and community radio) are paid for by surplus from COAST's own microfinance. Other projects are funded by partners such as PKSF, UNICEF, UNHCR, GIZ, IFAD, Tearfund and Start Fund Bangladesh.
How can I make a complaint?
Call our complaint hotlines (01711 455591 for men, 01713 328810 for women), write to info@coastfoundation.org, or use the complaint box at any COAST office. COAST has a complaint response mechanism with a whistle-blowing policy.
Are COAST's accounts audited?
Every year by an external audit firm enlisted with the NGO Affairs Bureau. Recent financial statements, annual reports and the Strategic Plan 2023-27 can be downloaded from our Transparency page.