Deadline: 10-Aug-2025
Applications are now open for the Direct Aid Program to support projects that complement Australia’s broader aid program and contribute to sustainable economic growth and poverty reduction.
Focus
- This year, the Embassy’s Direct Aid Program will fund activities in the following areas:
- Combating human trafficking, modern slavery and child labour,
- Strengthening democratic institutions through promotion of gender, disability and social inclusion,
- Entrepreneurship and trade promotion, particularly to support export industries.
Funding Information
- A single DAP project application can be up to AUD40,000 (Nepalese Rupees equivalent) over the life of the project, which should not exceed 20 months. Only one application is accepted from one entity for a given DAP application round.
Eligibility Criteria
- DAP funding is available to not-for-profit companies, non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and other entities engaged in development activities. Applicants must be registered with the Social Welfare Council of Nepal at the time of application.
Ineligible Funding
- DAP will not fund:
- construction projects, cash grants or micro-credit schemes or projects that involve the return of money;
- commercial ventures, or purchase of major assets (e.g. vehicles, land);
- Australian or overseas study tours, or international travel;
- sponsorship of major sporting tournaments or cultural displays that do not have a clear developmental benefit;
- regular staff salaries, or routine, recurring running costs and administrative expenses, including office rental and utility costs, spare parts, and routine maintenance.
For more information, visit Australian Embassy Nepal.