Deadline: 01-Feb-2026
Fondo Lunaria is offering funding and support to collectives led by young women and trans people aged 18–29 in Colombia who are working on human rights initiatives. The fund prioritizes marginalized groups, creative responses to current crises, and collective processes that promote justice, democracy, and freedom from discrimination. Only collectives (not individuals) may apply through a pre-registration process.
Fondo Lunaria has launched a new funding opportunity to support human rights initiatives led by young women and trans people in Colombia.
The fund aims to strengthen collective organizing, promote social justice, and ensure that diverse young leaders have access to economic resources to sustain and grow their work, especially in contexts of crisis and inequality.
About Fondo Lunaria
Fondo Lunaria is a feminist fund committed to mobilizing resources to support collective processes led by young women and trans people.
Its work centers on defending and expanding human rights while fostering knowledge creation and community-led strategies that contribute to inclusive, just, and sustainable democracies.
The fund explicitly challenges systems of oppression, including sexism, racism, ableism, and LGBTQ+phobia.
Purpose of the Funding
This funding opportunity is designed to dignify and strengthen collective human rights work led by young women and trans people.
In response to ongoing social, political, and economic crises, Fondo Lunaria has adapted its application process to prioritize creative, flexible, and effective responses to everyday challenges faced by communities.
The fund supports initiatives that:
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Defend, demand, and promote human rights
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Strengthen collective organizing and grassroots leadership
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Generate knowledge and shared learning
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Advance equity, justice, and democratic participation
Who Is Eligible?
Eligible Collectives and Organizations
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
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Be led by young women and/or young trans people
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Members must be between 18 and 29 years old
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Be based anywhere in Colombia, excluding Bogotá
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Work in favor of human rights
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Be a collective or organization made up of at least three people
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Have a clear collective process and shared leadership
Both collectives with legal personality and those without legal status are eligible.
Priority Groups
Priority will be given to:
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Collectives with limited access to financial resources
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Groups located in peripheral or marginalized regions
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Initiatives led by historically excluded communities
Who Is Not Eligible?
The following are not eligible under this call:
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Individual initiatives or solo applicants
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Organizations or collectives based in Bogotá
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Churches or religious institutions
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Political parties
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Private companies
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Organizations currently managing two or more projects funded by Fondo Lunaria
Only one pre-registration per collective or organization will be accepted.
Participation Rules
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Only one representative may participate per collective or organization
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Multiple submissions from the same group will not be considered
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Participation is limited to the pre-registration process at this stage
These rules ensure equitable access to funding and fair distribution of resources.
Why This Funding Matters
Young women and trans-led collectives play a critical role in advancing human rights, often in under-resourced and high-risk contexts.
This initiative directly addresses structural inequalities by channeling resources to those who are most impacted by exclusion and discrimination.
The fund helps:
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Sustain grassroots human rights work
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Strengthen collective leadership and autonomy
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Support innovative, community-driven solutions
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Ensure marginalized voices remain visible and influential
How the Application Process Works
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Eligible collectives and organizations complete a pre-registration process.
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Pre-registration allows Fondo Lunaria to identify groups aligned with the fund’s values and priorities.
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Selected collectives may be invited to continue in the funding process, depending on the fund’s criteria and capacity.
The adapted process emphasizes accessibility, creativity, and responsiveness rather than administrative complexity.
Tips for a Strong Pre-Registration
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Clearly explain your collective’s human rights focus
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Highlight how your work responds to current challenges
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Emphasize collective leadership and participation
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Explain why your group has limited access to resources, if applicable
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Keep responses concise, honest, and grounded in lived experience
Authenticity and clarity are more important than technical language.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
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Applying as an individual rather than a collective
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Submitting more than one pre-registration per organization
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Applying from Bogotá despite location restrictions
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Applying while managing two or more active Fondo Lunaria projects
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Failing to demonstrate a clear human rights focus
Carefully reviewing eligibility criteria before applying is essential.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who can apply to Fondo Lunaria under this call?
Young women and trans-led collectives or organizations in Colombia, with members aged 18–29, working on human rights.
Are individual activists eligible?
No. Individual initiatives are not supported. Only collectives of three or more people may apply.
Do collectives need to be legally registered?
No. Both registered and unregistered collectives are eligible.
Can organizations based in Bogotá apply?
No. Applications from Bogotá are not supported under this call.
How many people can represent a collective?
Only one representative per collective or organization may participate in the process.
Are groups with current Fondo Lunaria projects eligible?
Organizations managing two or more active Fondo Lunaria-funded projects are not eligible.
Is this a national opportunity?
Yes. The call is open to eligible collectives from any region of Colombia, except Bogotá.
Conclusion
Fondo Lunaria’s funding opportunity represents a targeted investment in young women and trans-led collectives advancing human rights across Colombia.
By prioritizing marginalized groups, collective processes, and creative responses to crisis, the fund helps sustain grassroots leadership and equitable social change.
For eligible collectives seeking resources to strengthen their human rights work, this initiative offers meaningful support and recognition at a critical moment.
For more information, visit Fondo Lunaria.
