Deadline: 14-Oct-24
The Australian High Commission in Mauritius is requesting applications for its Direct Aid Program (DAP) to support non-profit organisations working in local communities on activities that achieve sustainable and inclusive development.
Funding Information
- The maximum amount for each grant is AUD 60,000 (or the USD equivalent) and projects should be completed within one year from the date of entering into the grant agreement.
Eligible Activities
- DAP activities are aimed at achieving practical and tangible outcomes of high development impact. Projects that might act as a catalyst for additional development of the community or a model for similar developments elsewhere will be welcomed. Proposals that have a disability focus are encouraged.
- Priority areas for 2024-25 are:
- Climate, renewable energy, environmental protection and/or promoting biodiversity
- Governance, education and/or economic empowerment
- Gender equality, social inclusion and the protection of minority and/or human rights
- Disaster and/or livelihoods resilience (including food, water and health security)
- Applicants may apply for funding for development projects in other thematic areas.
Ineligible Activities
- The following activities are NOT eligible for funding under the DAP:
- Australian or overseas study tours;
- international travel (except in exceptional cases where it is a small component of overall budget);
- grants programs run by other governments or organisations;
- micro-credit schemes and or projects that involve the return of money or loans for cash;
- permanent staff salaries or related fees;
- commercial ventures;
- purchase or rental of major assets including property or land;
- purchase of vehicles (medical/emergency or farming vehicles may be considered in exceptional cases)
- routine, recurring and/or running costs of the applying organisation including staff salaries; office rental and utility costs; spare parts; office supplies; routine maintenance and repairs (including of equipment such as photocopiers, computers, stoves, fridges etc.), and office or equipment insurance;
- administrative costs not directly related to project implementation;
- commemorative events, sporting tournaments or cultural displays, that do not have clear developmental outcomes; and
- direct support to governments.
- Note: Projects which include ineligible components can be considered only if the proposal clearly states how these components will be funded by other sources.
Eligibility Criteria
- DAP funds are available on a not-for-profit basis to registered community groups, NGOs and other entities engaged in development activities in Mauritius (including Rodrigues), Comoros and Madagascar. They welcome projects with a regional dimension. Regional projects including Seychelles (currently not eligible for overseas development assistance) may be considered if there are other funding sources for Seychelles.
For more information, visit Australian High Commission in Mauritius.