Deadline: 03-Oct-2025
The Sompo Welfare Foundation has opened applications for its international grant program, designed to strengthen welfare initiatives and cultural development across select countries.
The program primarily supports non-profit organizations (NPOs) working with children and adults with disabilities, the elderly, and communities requiring improved social welfare. Alongside its grantmaking, the foundation is also known for recognizing outstanding academic contributions in social welfare and supporting related research and cultural projects.
Through this grant program, the foundation seeks to improve social welfare systems in overseas countries by providing direct support to grassroots NPOs. Grants range between 300,000 and 1,000,000 yen per project, with a total allocation of 4,000,000 yen. Depending on financial regulations, funds may be disbursed in U.S. dollars where remittances in local currencies are not feasible.
The funds must be used exclusively for welfare-focused initiatives. Examples of past support include traffic safety projects for children, employment programs for individuals with visual impairments, and anti-human trafficking networking initiatives. By targeting specific community needs, these grants aim to create tangible improvements in quality of life and local well-being.
Eligible applicants include NPOs based in ASEAN countries (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam), India, and South Africa. Japanese-based organizations are excluded. To qualify, organizations must have been operational for at least one year, demonstrate a clear future vision, and show evidence of stable and continuous activities. Proposals will be assessed based on their potential to provide long-term community impact, address pressing social issues, and enhance local welfare systems.
With a strong emphasis on sustainability and community relevance, the Sompo Welfare Foundation’s international grant program presents a vital opportunity for NPOs in Asia and Africa to amplify their impact and foster innovative, welfare-driven solutions.
For more information, visit Sompo Welfare Foundation.