Development Innovation Ventures (DIV) Annual Program Statement

Development Innovation Ventures (DIV) Annual Program Statement is sponsored by USAID (now State Department-administered DIV). Open innovation fund supporting scalable development solutions across countries; nonprofits, private sector, researchers, government partners eligible.

Apply Now: USAID Grant Funding for Development Innovation Ventures Follow us: Facebook , Twitter , RSS Feed ⇓ More from ICTworks Apply Now: USAID Grant Funding for Development Innovation Ventures By Wayan Vota on September 18, 2023 USAID Development Innovation Ventures program ( DIV ) provides grant funding based on a tiered-evidence approach that maximizes impact per dollar spent.

DIV recently received a $45 million gift to to expand its current grantmaking capabilities, and identify and scale cost-effective development innovations that can make a difference in countries where USAID works. DIV supports innovators and researchers around the world to test new ideas, take strategic risks, build evidence of what works, and advance the best solutions.

DIV’s model allows for risk at early stages and mitigates risk at later stages, ensuring that funding is targeted to the most impactful and cost-effective innovations. DIV is now accepting grant applications for products, technologies, services, or applications that can scale breakthrough solutions to critical global development challenges to improve millions of lives.

Since 2010, DIV has provided $106 million in flexible, tiered grant funding to over 190 innovations, across 50 countries, that demonstrate rigorous evidence, maximum impact per dollar, and a pathway to scale and sustainability. USAID DIV Funding Amounts Proposals for funding are accepted year-round across three stages, from any type of organization, in any country in which USAID operates.

Development Innovation Ventures offers three tiers of startup financing : Stage 1 : Proof of Concept ideas can receive up to $200,000 in seed funding over 3 years Stage 2 : Testing and Positioning for Scale applicants can get $1,500,000 in supporting grants for 3 years Stage 3 : Scaling solutions can ask for $15,000,000 in investments over 5 years In addition to the donor funding listed above, DIV provides $1,500,000 for research reports and evaluations that generate rigorous evidence of an innovation’s impact and potential for expansion.

7 Benefits to DIV Donor Funding DIV grantees have the opportunity to tap into an array of acceleration services, tools, and financing opportunities, including: Flexible, patient grant funding – DIV offers grants, the most patient form of capital, and build flexibility into their grant funding structures. Dedicated grant manager – DIV assigns a dedicated team member to help you navigate USAID and U.S. Government regulations.

Acceleration services – DIV helps identify barriers to scale and provides, or connect grantees to, targeted services for specific growth and sustainability needs.

Strategic marketing – DIV can help with marketing, communications, and branding consultations to develop clear messaging and effectively communicate impact through storytelling Sales Strategy – DIV supplies practice diagnostics to improve sales pitches, better understand customers, and increase revenue USAID network – DIV offers connections to technical bureaus in science, technology, innovation, partnership, USAID Missions, and the Development Credit Authority for loan guarantees for commercial innovations.

Connections to partners – DIV can supply access to a network of partners, researchers, service providers, and other donor funds, in order to amplify impact and growth 3 Core DIV Investment Principles DIV has three core principles it uses in all investment decisions: Evidence of impact on improving lives of people living in poverty in the developing world.

Cost-effectiveness , such as returning over $17 in social benefit for each dollar awarded. Viable potential for scale and financial sustainability that includes commercial and public funding DIV provides tiered funding based on an innovation’s demonstrated track record of and potential for achieving each of these principles.

5 Tips to Win USAID Grants DIV assesses proposals according to its core principles: rigorous evidence of impact, cost-effectiveness, and viable pathways to scale, as well as the capacity of the team testing or implementing the proposed intervention. Here are 5 tips to improve your chances of winning this USAID grant: Be specific and detailed – What is the problem? What is your solution?

Present a clear theory of change – What outcomes will your solution achieve? How will it achieve those outcomes? Explain your long-term plan – What is your viable pathway to scale and sustainability?

Will you leverage the private and/or public sectors? Thoughtfully review your competitive landscape – How is your solution more impactful and cost-effective than others? What is your competitive advantage?

Be realistic about your costs – What capital costs are need to start your services? What are the operational costs to deliver your solution? Apply Now for DIV Grant Funding Startups, social enterprises, and innovative solutions to global development problem that are looking for grant funding to reach scale should apply to Development Innovation Ventures today .

The current DIV Annual Program Statement ends on October 31, 2024 Over its first three years, 43 innovations that received DIV seed funding reached 24 million people at a cost per person of only $0. 75, with five innovations reaching more than one million people and six other reaching over 100,000 people.

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« 2 Real-World GenAI Chatbot Solutions for Better Health and Education Impact Mapping Billions of Trees in West Africa Using Satellites and AI » Stay Current with ICTworks Get Regular Updates via Email 107 Comments to “Apply Now: USAID Grant Funding for Development Innovation Ventures” September 17, 2018 at 9:16 am I am researching for blockchain technology in Pakistan to develop a decentralized educational system for all countries universities.

Blockchain could help verify the students degree, students extra activities, and other details about students in Pakistan. Another use case: Higher Education Commission recognized universities assign special keyword codes and reference numbers to search for approved documents verified in blockchain system.

September 19, 2018 at 5:50 am You may want to read the USAID Primer on Blockchain Technology ( here ) to inform your USAID DIV application. The primer aims to equip international development agencies, partners, and grantees like your educational institution, to assess whether and how distributed ledger technology (DLT), such as blockchain, might apply to their work.

Note that USAID generally defines “distributed ledger technology” as: digital applications that enable and ride on top of “distributed ledgers” These ledgers are a type of shared computer database that enables participants to agree on the state of a set of facts or events (frequently described as an “authoritative shared truth”) in a peer-to-peer fashion without needing to rely on a single, centralized, or fully trusted party.

Many, though not all, distributed ledgers are “blockchains”, a term often loosely (and confusingly) applied to the whole sector. Aketch Harun Ombayo says: September 17, 2018 at 10:24 am Its a great privilege to working with USAID in a bid to enhance awareness and productivity in our societies. God bless you.

September 17, 2018 at 10:47 pm WE want to start ehealth and Telemedicine in our charity hospital to improve the efficiency of our medical practitioners and health outcomes of our patients. September 22, 2018 at 7:17 pm USAID supports telemedicine programs so that eHealth can make an impact in Central Asia and West Africa.

In both regions, the health care systems have linked rural clinics to better-equipped urban hospitals and have used training as well as teleconsultations to strengthen the whole system. For example, innovative telemedicine platforms make available in-service curricula and materials for public and private healthcare professionals in Abidjan and Boundiali in Côte d’Ivoire.

To address gaps in HIV/AIDS prevention efforts, the project will hold awareness raising campaigns; promote VCT among IPS/WA staff and members of surrounding communities; and increase the capacity of six rural public health centers to provide voluntary counseling and testing services and access to Anti Retrovirus Therapy.

Kayondo Samuel zambogo says: September 18, 2018 at 5:33 am I’m Kayondo Samuel zambogo from Koko kalagala sub county luweero district I’m a religious and patriotic youth with an intention of helping my community.

Indeed I tried I’m level best especially in the education side I have almost 10 students I’m paying school fees for, and I had started a hands-on project to help girls who are drop outs and women who are unemployed to teach them how to make carpets, tailoring ,sweater making, air dressing and many more, but as I write to you now all those programs are at a standstill because of the financial situation I’m going through.

On behalf of Kalagala people and my behalf I kindly beg you to assist us with any support whether by materials such as books, pens and pencils new hair styles etc or in form of hard cash we greatly appreciate it.

And I would prefer if you can really take a visit to our village community and see what exactly is taking place in our area, we have a very big problem of the nude dance EKIMANSULO which has destroyed almost all young people in the area because it has no age limit where by the organizers allow even young people to enter and watch what ever is happening.

Our problems are endless but I wish you call me at your offices and I explain to you more. Thank you very much. Prof. Dr. Mostafa Kamel Abdeldayem Ahmed says: September 18, 2018 at 11:58 am I’m going to apply for funding from USAID.

Please advise. Thank you in advance September 19, 2018 at 5:41 am Step 1: Learn about DIV and whether it’s right for you Review the Annual Program Statement (APS) before submitting an application through our online portal. Only applicants that demonstrate a full understanding of DIV’s evaluation criteria will be considered for funding.

Step 2: Submit your application to DIV at any time Prepare your application by using the sample application (in Word format) to work on your application offline. Once ready, submit your application through the online portal. Applicants will receive a response to this initial application within 1-2 months of submission.

Step 3: Participate in the DIV due diligence process During this phase, applicants will have the opportunity to pitch their proposal for the DIV team to better understand the proposed solution. The DIV team may conduct additional interviews, request supplementary materials, contact references or partners, engage other USAID or external experts, and gather any other information to fully evaluate the application.

Step 4: Negotiate and finalize the grant award If the technical evaluation committee makes a funding recommendation, the applicant will receive an official “Notice of Intent to Award. ” Once recommended for funding, you enter the process to negotiate and finalize the grant award, primarily involving USAID’s Office of Acquisition and Assistance (OAA) and the DIV team. Step 5: Receive DIV funding!

Once OAA determines that all requirements are met, OAA will award the grant. From the date you submit an application to the date of award finalization, the process can vary between 6 to 12 months. September 23, 2018 at 7:13 pm great information – thanks for sharing.

September 23, 2018 at 7:59 pm You may want to apply for innovations that are relevant to PNG and other Oceania locations. DIV is a global funding window for programs around the world and USAID supports programs in health, education, agriculture, and aquaculture, which can be relevant for your situation and context. September 23, 2018 at 11:10 pm yes I’d be interested to apply!

will look through the information and site. thank you. September 18, 2018 at 11:59 pm My NGO is Shiv Shakti Math, a not for profit organization dedicated to serve the underprivileged and the marginalized sections of the society.

The Math carries out welfare activities in the thematic areas of Education, Health, Environment, Women Empowerment and Livelihood. The primary aim of the society is to work for upliftment of poor people in India. The organization has been making sincere efforts towards sustainable development by implementing various need and rights based activities/initiatives.

It has extensive experience in implementing social development activities and has a stronghold in the community. The organization has successfully implemented all activities through promotion of community participation, development of ownership and leadership. We believe that a community grows better when it is encouraged to undertake and sustain activities for itself.

Please help my NGO with your Corporate Social Responsibility Fund October 17, 2018 at 3:19 pm Development Innovation Ventures is not a Corporate Social Responsibility Fund. USAID is a bilateral donor and DIV issues grant funding for commercially orientated business solutions – or at least fee-for-service revenue generating innovations that can scale with private-sector investment to reach millions of constituents.

September 19, 2018 at 5:02 am The application forms present are for organisations only, i wish to know if individual group innovation ideas are allowed. I am a student in a Ugandan public university with an idea i think would impact millions of lives in developing countries. September 19, 2018 at 5:25 am Yes, you need to have a legal entity to apply for USAID funding.

USAID cannot support the process of formally registering your NGO or business and instead expects that you have registered your organization or business prior to a grant award. However, DIV funding can play an important role in supporting your organizational growth, even at these early stages. You can incorporate a company in Uganda to commercialize your idea, and then apply for donor grants and contracts .

Or you can apply via your university, but you would have to share the money with your educational organization. September 20, 2018 at 12:03 pm I am Omary from Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. I have had similar question whether idea only might be eligible to the competition entry.

I have idea of mobile money to deepen financial inclusion that will solve cashless services delivery to rural area. I am taking you comments very serious and will find a way to register it and come back next time.

September 21, 2018 at 2:39 pm Due to U.S. Government procurement rules that require fair competition, USAID is unable to comment on specific innovation ideas or proposals and whether they would be a “good fit” before an application is submitted. So you may find the best results of your business development efforts is to submit a concept note to DIV to see if they are interested in your digital financial services idea.

Then they can respond with further guidance and insight for USAID grant funding. September 19, 2018 at 8:28 am My name is Amongin Grace from Uganda, Tororo district. i started a small project of supplying sanitary towels to primary school going girls in Tororo county, Tororo district.

the purpose of this was to ensure that the girl child does not absent herself because of menstruation. but this project could not pick up due to lack of funding because what i was basically using was the little money i got out of my salary. when i lost my job, the project also ended which was a big blow to me.

i am kindly writing requesting for funding because it pains me seeing a girl child a bsenting school because of menstration. thank you. September 21, 2018 at 3:18 pm Thank you for focusing on menstruation.

One of the impacts is the lower class attendance of girls during menstruation days and school drop-out at the onset of menstruation. Based on the literature review, surveys show 33%-61% increase in absence due to lack of menstrual hygiene provisions.

Although poor sanitation is correlated with absenteeism and dropping-out of school of girls in developing countries, efforts in school sanitation to address this issue have ignored menstrual management in latrine design and construction. Wider aspects of the issue such as privacy, water availability and awareness-raising amongst boys and men remain largely unexplored by development initiatives.

September 19, 2018 at 10:19 am I am a Zambian based in Luangwa District and teacher by profession. I am diploma hold in business studies and studied ICT. In accordance with the ICTworks Facebook post, l would like to apply for a loan for an ICT project.

September 21, 2018 at 3:13 pm You should apply to DIV to support your ICT4Edu innovation in Zambia. USAID collaborates with the Zambian Government and other implementing and cooperating partners to improve the quality of basic education, as measured by learner performance in early-grade reading.

USAID/Zambia programs in education aim to strengthen the capacity of teachers, school administrators and officials to deliver education services, and provide improved teaching and learning materials. USAID education programs in Zambia target student and teacher performance at the school-level supported by improvements to key policies, management, and information systems.

USAID also champions programs to mitigate the impact of HIV/AIDS on the education sector and to improve gender equity through programs that promote learning achievement and girls’ education. September 19, 2018 at 2:08 pm I am Akansha from INDIA and I work in Bihar to set up Community Biogas plants either to supply low cost electricity or low cost cooking fuel to rural community .

Whereas the by-products i.e. slurry help farmers to practice organic farming. I would like to apply for DIV Fund to reach out more and more rural communities and promote waste management in all villages. September 21, 2018 at 2:44 pm USAID does invest grant funding into biogas digesters and power plants around the world.

You should apply to DIV to finance your innovation. Pakistan’s first commercial-size biogas plant was inaugurated in 2016 at the government-owned Bahadurnagar Farm in Okara, Punjab Province. USAID and Nestle Pakistan, working together through the Dairy and Rural Development Foundation, collaborated with the Punjab Livestock and Dairy Development Department in the construction of this biogas unit.

in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Milkos dairy is one of the largest dairies and its UASID-funded Farm Spreca biogas power plants for production of electricity using biogas generated from cow waste from the dairy farm will be built. This was the first biogas power plants to sell the generated electricity to the network, generating additional revenue for the farm and the dairy.

henry angelo nyamya says: September 19, 2018 at 5:02 pm I’m from Tanzania and I need project proposal writing help. I have a project idea basing on a health project to test youth and adolescents (in and out of school) for HIV and AIDS. And another project is concerning on community based fish farming.

Is USAID funding these kind of projects? September 19, 2018 at 5:05 pm USAID says in their Frequently Asked Questions: Is DIV only interested in technological or product innovations? No, DIV is an open innovation program that supports creative solutions to any global development problem.

Innovations funded by DIV include products, services, applications of new business or delivery models, and production processes. September 21, 2018 at 1:04 am What is the last date to apply? September 21, 2018 at 2:34 pm I am glad that you are thinking about applying to DIV.

Be sure to review DIV application guidelines​ ​for information regarding the grant program and their selection criteria. When you are ready to apply, you can access the online application through their ​How to Apply page​. DIV accepts applications 365 days a year.

There is no deadline. Still, you should apply asap – DIV does not have unlimited resources or bandwidth and there will be many proposals submitted by potential grantees. September 21, 2018 at 2:40 pm USAID’s HIV and AIDS program has been on the forefront of the global AIDS crisis for 30 years.

USAID is a key implementing partner under the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), the largest and most diverse HIV and AIDS prevention, care and treatment initiative in the world. USAID also supports country-led efforts to combat the complex challenges of HIV and AIDS in 35 countries around the world.

September 21, 2018 at 3:11 pm You may want to investigate the USAID Community Health and Social Welfare System Strengthening Program that supports the Tanzanian President’s Office – Regional Administrator and Local Government and the Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children to train community volunteers (community case workers, lead community case workers, and supervisors) who work at village level to identify most vulnerable children and help them access protection, welfare, and health services, including HIV testing, antiretroviral initiation, and adherence support.

ORGANIZATION FOR YOUTH, COMMUNITY RIGHTS AND DEVELOPMENT(OYOCRID) says: September 20, 2018 at 12:20 pm Very interested in USAID grant funding to support our organization and increase youth and community rights in Tanzania.

September 21, 2018 at 3:09 pm USAID compliments the Government of Tanzania’s oversight and accountability institutions through direct financial and technical assistance to strengthen democratic governance integrated throughout USAID’s country portfolio with the aim to increase principles of democracy and good governance, especially in the areas of health, natural resource management, and among civil society organizations.

USAID has also worked to improve civic and voter education, strengthen the electoral process, improve the effectiveness of female parliamentarians, and help journalists and editors report in an accurate, conflict-sensitive manner. September 20, 2018 at 4:15 pm Hello I am a Natural Vaccine researcher for animal diseases in Nigeria.

I need USAID grant funding to improve my research so we can cure many animal diseases, and animal-to-human transmissions September 21, 2018 at 3:07 pm The U.S. Agency for International Development has funded animal health projects for 30 years. Given the nature of the biological cycle of livestock, animal health research requires long-term commitments.

Unlike most other bilateral projects, nearly one-third of its animal health programs have continued for at least a decade. USAID’s investments in animal health projects continue to pay dividends despite continuously changing global political priorities and the redefining of development issues. September 21, 2018 at 9:25 am Good thoughts on how to get a USAID DIV grant funding award for innovations that can improve development Outcomes.

September 21, 2018 at 6:36 pm What have been the success rates in the past? That is, what percentage of applications have received funding? September 22, 2018 at 7:11 pm The DIV program is highly competitive.

Although success rates vary from year-to-year and by stage, sector, country, etc., DIV typically experiences the following each year: Over 1,000 applications (i.e., Expressions of Interest) are submitted. Only about 100 (or 10%) of those 1,000 applicants move beyond the initial EOI review stage and into the due diligence stage, in which the DIV team – in consultation with external experts – review proposals in greater depth.

Among these 100 applicants, the due diligence on approximately 60-70 is particularly deep. Only about 25-35 (or approximately 3%) of the 1,000 applicants become DIV winners upon completion of due diligence, decision panel review, and award negotiation and finalization.

September 21, 2018 at 8:28 pm I have my business plans and my intention is to establish school in Tanzania, I have already get area to build schools, therefore if this foundation will help me support I must fulfill my intention.

All the best and God bless you September 23, 2018 at 8:08 pm You may want to read the U.S. Government Strategy on International Basic Education, a requirement of the 2017 READ Act, where the Strategy demonstrates USAID’s commitment to international education and presents an opportunity to advance global diplomatic and development leadership on pressing international education challenges.

The goal of the Strategy is to achieve a world where education systems in partner countries enable all individuals to acquire the education and skills needed to be productive members of society. To accomplish this goal, USAID has two principal objectives: Improve learning outcomes; and Expand access to quality basic education for all, particularly marginalized and vulnerable populations.

September 28, 2018 at 10:52 am Dear sir, i am from Tedim, chin state myanmar. I would like to apply this for educational purpose sir since due to poverty parents are not able to send their children to school. So i have been helping them in uplifting their education but help them broader way especially to underprivillage people sir.

Can you kindly help me in This project sir? Thank you very much in advance sir. September 28, 2018 at 2:09 pm The United States is committed to improving the welfare and well-being of all people in Burma and supporting a democratic transition that leads to the inclusive development of the country.

USAID works to strengthen Mayanmar’s democratic institutions and processes, promote and protect human rights, decrease intercommunal conflict, support inclusive economic development and access to basic services, and improve health and welfare.

During the past 20 years, USAID has provided assistance to vulnerable communities in Burma, including humanitarian assistance in Rakhine State, along the Thailand-Burma border, in the Irrawaddy Delta and in central Burma. The establishment of a formal USAID Burma Mission in 2012 has enabled USAID to play a central role in Burma’s reforms.

USAID’s assistance efforts leverage the unique resources of the United States, building partnerships with private sector, diaspora, and other donors. Recognizing that broad public participation will determine the course of Burma’s transition, USAID continues to strongly support civil society as an integral partner in all that we do. September 22, 2018 at 7:12 am Hi there, I am interested in business projects writing proposals.

I am student at Chuo Kikuu Mzumbe University in Tanzania September 22, 2018 at 7:59 am I run a small Immigration business and i have learnt that there are loop holes the system that foreigners entering my country have abused the Migration act as there are no state of art database technololy to track their entry and exit.

I am not a Electrical engineer and ITC graduate but after reading your website I am now very interested to start up a development that is crucial in terms of security and compliance Are you able to Grant me ?

September 22, 2018 at 7:22 pm USAID focuses on vulnerable migrants who are at particular risk of human trafficking and tries to support countries responding to the migration crisis has overwhelmed municipal infrastructure and resources.

USAID launched multiple Local Resilience to the Migration Crisis projects to improve municipal infrastructures and services and benefit the local populations and migrants currently staying in or near the affected municipalities.

Prince Benjamin Adjavon says: September 22, 2018 at 9:02 am My name is Prince Benjamin Adjavon a Ghanaian and a Son of a Farmer, I have certificate in digital money from Fletcher Institute of financial inclusion.

I want to apply for grant funding to develop digital platform for Cocoa Value Chain and Soybeans Value Chain in Ghana and scale up to subregion September 22, 2018 at 7:08 pm You should apply to DIV because the U.S. government is a founding member of TFA 2020, and is partnering with the U.S. business Hershey’s, and local agricultural supplier ECOM, which supplies Hershey’s with Ghanaian cocoa, to test methods and generate empirical insights into strengthening land and tree rights within the Ghanaian cocoa supply chain to boost yields and improve sustainability.

USAID’s partnership with Hershey’s and ECOM implemented a small pilot in 2017 to test a public-private approach to strengthen land and tree rights and help farmers replant their cocoa farms along with shade trees. September 22, 2018 at 9:15 am I have a proposal, where do I channel it to September 22, 2018 at 7:05 pm All interested organizations must submit an Expression of Interest Application through http://www. usaid.

gov/DIV/apply After an application is received, DIV reserves the right to pose clarifying questions and conduct discussions with the applicant. Further, posing clarifying questions and holding discussions may not be done with each applicant, or any applicants. If initial review indicates the application merits further consideration, the application enters the Due Diligence process.

Kiebo Mwanza Floribert says: September 22, 2018 at 12:23 pm Stop hunger. Stop deforestation and reduce poverty : Support us with one small old tractor and one small backhoe. September 23, 2018 at 8:06 pm USAID DIV is looking for more transformative investments than a single agricultural input.

You may want to expand your business innovation idea to include pathways to scale your intervention to reach a region or district where you could have larger impact. September 22, 2018 at 2:40 pm I just read that not eligible are “Planning or diagnostic tools that are difficult to link directly to measurable development impacts”. This unfortunately is so often the case.

Infrastructure for the development sector really seems to suffer. Wayan, if you do know of any funds for ICT systems that are trying to help development organizations do their work as best as possible, I would really appreciate it.

September 22, 2018 at 7:03 pm You may want to re-read the USAID DIV selection criteria, where you could make the case that your technology is improving the ability of US foreign assistance increase its impact.

Cost-Effectiveness: DIV seeks innovations that deliver more development impacts per dollar than other ways of achieving the same development goals, such as increased literacy per dollar in comparison to existing practices to improve literacy. Cost-effectiveness does not necessarily mean an innovation must be the lowest-cost innovation. Rather, cost-effectiveness is a function of both impact and cost.

An innovation can be highly cost-effective either by achieving a larger impact on specific outcomes at a cost comparable to alternatives, or by achieving comparable impact on specific outcomes at a significantly lower cost than alternatives. If you don’t think your