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Call for Project Ideas: Supporting Grassroots Action in Ethiopia is a grant from Welthungerhilfe Ethiopia that funds small-scale, community-driven initiatives by informal civil society organizations (CSOs) and community-based organizations (CBOs) across Ethiopia. Micro-grants of up to EUR 10,000 are available through the EU-funded Capacity Development Program for Local and Grassroots CSOs (CDP-Lg CSOs).
Priority themes include gender equality, social cohesion, peacebuilding, inclusive governance, and economic empowerment. Organizations operating in Afar, Amhara, Benishangul-Gumuz, and Oromia are particularly encouraged to apply.
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Supporting Grassroots Project Ideas in Ethiopia - Welthungerhilfe Zur Hauptnavigation springen Zur Suche springen Zum Seiteninhalt springen Zum Footer springen +251- 662 47 65/66 View Profile Local and grassroots organizations play a vital role in addressing community needs, strengthening social cohesion, and advancing inclusive development.
A new funding opportunity under the Capacity Development Program for Local and Grassroots Civil Society Organizations (CDP-Lg CSOs) ) funded by European Union-Civil Society Fund Plus (CSF +) is now open. Applicants can find full details in the guideline document and must submit their ideas using the Project Idea/Proposal Application Form .
This call invites informal civil society organizations (CSOs) and community-based organizations (CBOs) across Ethiopia to submit project ideas for small-scale, community-driven initiatives. Selected organizations will receive tailored support to further develop their proposals through a co-creation process, alongside access to micro-grants of up to EUR 10,000.
The program is designed to strengthen the role of grassroots organizations in local governance and development. It focuses particularly on groups that are deeply embedded in their communities, including self-help groups, youth clubs, women’s associations, and other informal networks working to improve social and economic conditions. Applicants are encouraged to propose projects that respond directly to local challenges.
Key thematic areas include gender equality and women’s empowerment, social cohesion and peacebuilding, community awareness on rights and social justice, inclusive governance, and economic empowerment. Cross-cutting priorities such as human rights, environmental sustainability, and “Do No Harm” approaches are also central to the program. In addition to funding, the initiative emphasizes capacity building.
Selected organizations will receive guidance to strengthen their operational, financial, and organizational practices, supporting their longer-term development—including pathways toward formal registration where relevant. The application process begins with the submission of a project idea or proposal using the standard application form.
Applications will be assessed based on their relevance to community needs, clarity of design, and alignment with program priorities. Only shortlisted applicants will move forward to the full proposal development stage. Eligible organizations must demonstrate strong community roots, a focus on vulnerable or marginalized groups, and the ability to implement small-scale activities.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Informal CSOs and CBOs with community roots; organizations in Afar, Amhara, Benishangul-Gumuz, and Oromia regions are especially encouraged to apply. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to EUR 10,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was April 22, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Call for Project Ideas: Supporting Grassroots Action in Ethiopia is funded by Welthungerhilfe Ethiopia. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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The United States Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs’ Office of International Visitors (ECA/PE/V) announces an open competition for up to four cooperative agreements to support the staff expenses and overhead costs of the FY 2026 International Visitor Leadership Program’s (IVLP) National Program Agencies (NPAs). Launched in 1940, the IVLP is the Department of State’s foundational professional exchange program. The IVLP advances U.S. national security priorities and builds long-term relationships between Americans and international leaders in government, business, academia, and other fields. Recipients design and implement customized short-term visits to the United States for current and emerging leaders from around the world. These visits support U.S. foreign policy goals and reflect the participants’ professional interests. Eligible recipients will have expertise in foreign policy, experience in professional exchange programming, and the ability to provide tailored projects for participants from all countries. Please see the full NOFO for additional information. Funding Opportunity Number: DFOP0017385. Assistance Listing: 19.402. Funding Instrument: CA. Category: O. Award Amount: $613K – $1.2M per award.
Tinker Foundation Institutional Grants is a grant from the Tinker Foundation that funds research, advocacy, and capacity-building projects aimed at improving the lives of Latin Americans in the areas of democratic governance and education. Grant amounts typically range from $50,000 to $150,000, supporting activities including applied research, community engagement, measurement and evaluation, and knowledge exchange over periods of up to 36 months. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) organizations or their equivalent with annual budgets of $50,000 or more, operating in Spanish- or Portuguese-speaking Latin American countries. The foundation ran one grantmaking cycle in 2026, with the Letter of Inquiry deadline on January 21, 2026 and full proposals due March 19, 2026 by invitation only. The foundation does not fund lobbying, individuals, tuition, or construction.
Citizen Diplomacy Action Fund (CDAF) is sponsored by U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. Citizen Diplomacy Action Fund (CDAF) is a small grants competition funded by the U. S. Department of State through IREX, offering up to $10,000 to alumni of U. S. Government exchange programs.