Deadline: 18 November 2018
Applications are now open for the Direct Aid Program (DAP) 2018-19 which is a small grants program funded by the Australian Government and managed by the Australian High Commission in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea.
DAP aims to support small-scale projects with a strong development focus that complement Australia’s broader aid program.
DAP Project proposals must:
- Address poverty alleviation by supporting projects that aim at improving the livelihood of communities.
- Support the inclusion and active participation of the disadvantaged population (women, girls, children, Persons living with a Disability and those with HIV/AIDS).
- Be sustainable and have lasting developmental benefits, with any ongoing costs or maintenance to be met by the community.
Funding Information
The maximum DAP funding a project can receive is AU$60,000. Projects must be delivered within six months of funding.
Criteria
- DAP funding is only available to community groups, NGOs and other organisations engaged in development activities on a not-for-profit basis.
- The Australian High Commission prefers to fund applications:
- where the community makes a contribution to the project (through the provision of labour or transportation, or funding other project-related expenses);
- where other donors (NGOs, private business, other government donors) are involved in supporting the project (funds, technical or other form of support);
- that has the support of a locally prominent figure (such as an MP, Provincial or District Administrator);
- that help disadvantaged groups (including women and the disabled) in less-developed areas.
How to Apply
Applicants applying online for the 2018-19 DAP round can access the application form via given website.
For more information, please visit Direct Aid Program (DAP) 2018-19.