8th Call for Proposals for Small-Size Grants

Catalytic grants of up to USD 250,000 over up to 24 months for projects that remove systemic barriers to scaling ecosystem-based adaptation to climate change, such as institutional capacity, evidence and data, learning networks and investment readiness. The call focuses mainly on ODA-eligible Small Island Developing States and Least Developed Countries, though other ODA-eligible countries are considered for exceptionally ambitious proposals. NGOs, community-based organisations, research institutes, universities and, under conditions, private companies may apply.

Amount: Up to US$250,000
Eligible countries: Multiple countries — check eligibility
Who can apply: NGO / nonprofit, Research institution, SME

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Eligibility rules

Applicant must be one of: NGO, international NGO, intergovernmental organisation, community-based organisation, Indigenous Peoples' organisation, university or academic institution, research institute or think tank, private sector company, or a consortium led by one of these
Funder's wording
“Only the following types of organisations are eligible for review:”
Applicant is a government body seeking funds directly or through sub-grants (government bodies may join a consortium without receiving funds)Exclusion — must not apply to you
Funder's wording
“In line with current IKI policies, the Fund will not grant directly to government partners . Sub-granting to governments at any level is also not permitted.”
Private sector applicants are considered only under conditions; no funding for for-profit activities, and common public interest is the top priority
Funder's wording
“The Fund will consider private sector applicants under certain conditions. No funding can be provided for sector-specific obligations nor compensatory or replacement measures, for-profit activities, etc. Overall, common public interest will be a top priority.”
Project must qualify as Ecosystem-based Adaptation
Funder's wording
“Must qualify as “ Ecosystem-based Adaptation “ (Please ensure your project ultimately aligns with EbA Qualification Criteria & Quality Standards ).”
Project must be global or thematic, or otherwise target only ODA-eligible countries
Funder's wording
“Project is Global, Thematic, or otherwise targets only ODA-eligible countries .”
Budget must be at most USD 250,000
Funder's wording
“Proposed budget of up to USD $250,000 for Small-Size Grants.”
Project duration must be at most 24 months
Funder's wording
“Project duration of up to 24 months.”
Project must build on existing work
Funder's wording
“Project must be built / based off existing work.”
Project must partner with local institutions and organisations
Funder's wording
“Must partner with local institutions and organisations.”
Lead applicant and partners must be legally recognised entities
Funder's wording
“Lead applicant and partner organisations must be legally recognised entities.”
Project must fall under at most one Strategic Objective and at most two Action Pillars of the Fund
Funder's wording
“Falls under a maximum of 1 Strategic Objective and a maximum of 2 Action Pillars of the Global EbA Fund.”

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