(September 2019)
Foreign embassies offer several new funding opportunities for NGOs from time to time. They can be a significant source of funding to address various socio-economic issues, building the capacity of the civil society organizations promoting democracy and good governance and also ensuring stronger socio-economic and cultural ties. These opportunities are spread across education, disaster management, empowerment of the LGBTQ community, gender equality, media development, human rights, urban management, and religious tolerance.
Australian Embassy in Zimbabwe announces Direct Aid Program
The Australian Embassy in Zimbabwe has announced its Direct Aid Program to support projects with a strong development focus that complement Australia’s broader aid program which contributes to sustainable economic growth and poverty reduction…[more]
2020 Call for Proposals to Promote Human Rights Projects in Namibia
The German Embassy in Windhoek has announced a 2020 call for proposals to promote human rights projects…[more]
Australian Consulate-General in Mumbai announces Direct Aid Program (DAP) 2019-2020
Applications are open for the Direct Aid Program (DAP) that provides small grants for activities that support development and strengthen communities in India. Over the past decade, DAP has built linkages and fostered relationships between Australia and these communities…[more]
Grant Assistance for Grass-roots Human Security Projects- Uganda
The Embassy of Japan in Uganda is inviting proposals for its Grant Assistance for Grass-roots Human Security Projects (GGP) which provide financial assistance to non-profit, development-oriented organizations to support community development projects which directly benefit people at the grassroots level…[more]
Finnish Fund for Local Cooperation Call for Proposals is Now Open for Tanzania
The Embassy of Finland in Dar es Salaam has announced a call for proposals for its “Fund for Local Cooperation”…[more]
New Zealand Embassy Fund for Community Groups and NGOs in Mongolia
Applications are now open for New Zealand Embassy Fund (HEF) for Mongolia which is a discretionary grants scheme managed by the New Zealand Embassy in Beijing…[more]
U.S. Mission in Sierra Leone announces Ambassador’s Self Help Fund
The United States Mission in Sierra Leone has announced a funding opportunity through the Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Program for 2019…[more]
Call for Proposals for Cultural Projects- North Macedonia
The Embassy of Switzerland in North Macedonia has launched a new call for proposals to support innovative artistic production and strengthen organisations from the independent cultural scene in North Macedonia…[more]
Australian High Commission in Tonga awarding Grants of Up to 8000 Pa’anga
Applicants are invited to submit applications for the Direct Aid Program (DAP) which is a community development program funded by the Australian Government…[more]
Submit Applications for Australia’s Direct Aid Program in Thailand
Applications are now open for the Direct Aid Program (DAP), a flexible small grants scheme for development activities…[more]
Small Grants Program on Advancing Developmental Objectives in Lebanon
Applicants are invited to submit applications for the Direct Aid Program (DAP) of the Australian Embassy which is a flexible, small grants program which focuses on relieving humanitarian hardship and advancing developmental objectives in Lebanon through projects that are consistent with Australia’s international relations and public diplomacy objectives…[more]
MATRA Programme inviting Civil Society Organizations registered in Ukraine
The MATRA Programme is currently inviting civil society organizations registered in Ukraine to submit concept notes…[more]
Australian Government’s Direct Aid Program to Reduce Poverty in Jordan
Australian Embassy in Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan is currently accepting applications for its Direct Aid Program (DAP) 2019-20, which is a small grants program that is available on a not-for-profit basis to individuals, community groups and NGOs engaged in development activities in Jordan….[more]
U.S Embassy in Libya announces Public Diplomacy Grant Program to promote U.S-Libyan Relation
U.S Embassy Libya’s Public Affairs Office has launched applications for the Public Diplomacy Grant Program to develop Libyan-U.S relations…[more]
Submit Applications for 2019-2020 Direct Aid Program (DAP) – Wallis and Futuna
Applicants are invited to apply for the 2019-2020 Direct Aid Program (DAP) which is an aid fund intended to finance or co-finance development micro-projects…[more]
U.S. Embassy in Djibouti: Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund
The U.S. Embassy in Djibouti is accepting applications for its Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund…[more]
Consulate General of France in Jerusalem launches Call for Projects in Support of Civil Society Initiatives
The Consulate General of France in Jerusalem has launched its annual call for proposals with the goal of promoting the initiatives of the civil society…[more]
U.S. Embassy in Guinea seeking Proposals for Small Community Projects
The U.S. Embassy in Conakry is seeking applications to provide small grants to registered self-help groups, community based organizations, non-governmental organizations, and certain educational institutions. The objective is to aid groups develop projects that improve living conditions in their communities…[more]
U.S. Embassy Windhoek seeking Applications for Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Program
The U.S. Embassy Windhoek has announced an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for projects that are community-initiated and involving schools, clinics, co-operatives, associations, training or community improvement projects. This program supports small sustainable community-based initiatives that have immediate and dramatic impact on local communities…[more]
Grants to Reduce Poverty and Promote Development in Argentina and Paraguay
Through the Direct Aid Program (DAP), the Australian Embassy supports initiatives of non-governmental organizations in Argentina and Paraguay that seek to reduce poverty and promote development in the region. This is a scheme of competitive funds to support small-scale projects that aim to improve the quality of life of local communities…[more]
U.S. Embassy in Oslo announces NOFO to increase Media Literacy in Norway
The U.S. Embassy, Public Affairs Section in Oslo is soliciting proposals from legally-recognized non-profit, non-governmental organizations that meet U.S. and Norwegian technical and legal requirements to develop and implement public diplomacy programs…[more]
A Call for Civil Society to Participate in the Development Process of Egypt
The Local Cooperation Fund (LCF) is one of the Finnish development cooperation instruments and aims at supporting the civil society to participate in the development process of Egypt…[more]
U.S. Embassy in Copenhagen launches Small Grants Program
The U.S. Embassy in Copenhagen, Denmark has launched a Small Grants Program to promote and deepen the understanding and appreciation of American foreign policy and culture…[more]
U.S. Embassy Botswana announces “Stronger Together: Health, Prosperity, and Security” Program
The U.S. Embassy, Public Affairs Section has announced the “Stronger Together: Health, Prosperity, and Security” program to support innovative projects that address one of three U.S. foreign policy objectives…[more]
U.S. Embassy in Burkina Faso announces Ambassador Self-Help Program
The U.S. Embassy in Burkina Faso is pleased to announce its Ambassador Self-Help Program. Grants from this program are awarded to community groups to carry out small development projects…[more]
U.S. Embassy Suva announces Public Diplomacy Small Grant Program
The Public Diplomacy Section at the U.S. Embassy Suva has announced a Public Diplomacy Small Grant Program…[more]
U.S. Embassy in Armenia announces Small Grants Program
The U.S. Embassy Yerevan Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State has announced a Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program…[more]
U.S. Embassy in Tunisia seeking Applications for Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)
The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Tunis is seeking applications to offer limited funding for proposals that advance Embassy goals related to democratic consolidation, security capacity, and the economic development of Tunisia…[more]
U.S. Embassy in Uruguay announces Cultural and Educational Grants Program
The U.S. Embassy’s Public Affairs Section in Montevideo, Uruguay has announced the Cultural and Educational Grants to support projects proposed by Uruguayan government and non-government organizations (NGOs) and cultural/educational organizations that aim to promote exchanges between the United States and Uruguay…[more]
11 Things to Consider Before Applying for Government Funding
Foreign embassies offer a great resource of financial and technical support to NGOs in developing countries. Here are some tips you should keep in mind while applying for government grants:
- Government Grants are rarely available to individuals. To be eligible you will most likely need to be a registered non profit organisation in your area. Each grant making body will have its own set off rules that you should read as a priority and before making any other arrangements to apply for funding.
- Research funding opportunities in full. Many government grants will be backed up by significant documentation detailing the regulations of who and want they are able to support. It is vital that consume as much of this information as you can before you apply to ensure that you are eligible. Grants from Governments and related state agencies often demand a big investment in the application process so it is crucial that you don’t waste your time.
- Record as many details as you can about the opportunity you plan to apply for. You need everything from the name of the program, the program number, application guidelines, eligibility regulations, all deadlines, all contacts and any other details of importance related to the program. Not only will you have all of the information in one place but this process will help you to better understand the organisation’s funding restrictions.
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