Since its inception in 1995, the Marist Bureau of International Solidarity has managed a modest fund for micro projects.

The primary aim of the program is to encourage Marist Brothers and those open to the mission of the Institute, to take active steps in solidarity by developing new and creative strategies intended to help the poor, especially young people.

The program seeks to assist projects of evangelisation, education, and pastoral and social development, primarily in developing countries.

The amount of funding available for solidarity micro-projects is limited and is determined each year by the General Council. The Office of the Econome General maintains the fund. Funding guidelines exist and must be followed when applying for a Micro-Project grant. A decision for funding takes into account several factors, including: the appropriateness of the project proposal in relation to the goals of the micro-project program; the information and documentation required by the application process; the local contribution to the project; and the availability of funds.