Grants Panel

The Commonwealth Foundation awards funding for sustainable development projects that contribute to effective, responsive and accountable governance with civil society participation.

• Up to £30,000 per year
• Multi-year funding available (up to three years)
• Open to civil society organisations (CSOs)
• Delivered in Commonwealth Foundation member countries

 

Areas of focus

Grant projects must focus on one or more of the following:

• Strengthening the ability of CSOs to use creative expression for participatory governance
• Enhancing the capacity of regional CSOs, networks and alliances to engage in participatory governance
• Facilitating interaction and constructive engagement in governance
• Building a culture of learning and knowledge sharing

 

Cross-cutting themes

Proposals should integrate one of the following cross-cutting themes in their design:

• Gender equality
• Environmental sustainability
• Cultural respect and understanding

 

2017 application dates

A new call for grants will open on 6 January 2017. Sign up to receive updates when further information is available.