Call for Grant Applications -AWIU Global Micro-Grants
Application Deadline:
15 March 2025
About Organisation
AWIU Global is dedicated to empowering women in low- and middle-income countries by providing financial support to grassroots initiatives that enhance women’s well-being. The organization believes in fostering sustainable change through community-driven projects that directly impact women’s lives. With a strong commitment to gender equality, AWIU Global prioritizes projects that are led by women and address critical issues such as education, healthcare, economic empowerment, and social justice. By funding innovative and impactful grassroots efforts, AWIU Global aims to create opportunities for women to thrive in their communities. The organization emphasizes accountability, measurable outcomes, and community involvement in all its initiatives. Through its micro-grant program, AWIU Global seeks to uplift women-led groups that are actively working towards positive societal change. The organization values transparency and collaboration, ensuring that every funded project is well-structured, time-sensitive, and capable of producing tangible results. By supporting grassroots organizations, AWIU Global contributes to long-term progress in gender equity and community development. This initiative reflects a commitment to enabling women to lead transformative projects that create lasting benefits for their societies. The organization continues to seek innovative solutions that enhance the well-being of women and promote inclusivity in global development efforts.
About the Grant
The AWIU Global Micro-Grants program is designed to support grassroots women’s groups or organizations dedicated to improving women’s well-being. The grant provides financial assistance of up to USD $3,000 per project, enabling small-scale, women-led initiatives to make a significant impact in their communities. This funding opportunity is targeted at projects that are time-bound, have clearly defined objectives, and deliver measurable outcomes. The micro-grants are intended to support activities such as skill development programs, advocacy campaigns, community-based health initiatives, economic empowerment projects, and educational opportunities for women. AWIU Global prioritizes projects that demonstrate sustainability and long-term benefits for women in low- and middle-income countries. All applications must include a detailed project proposal outlining the objectives, expected impact, and budget breakdown. The grant is designed to be accessible and efficient, ensuring that grassroots organizations with limited resources can successfully apply. By offering this financial support, AWIU Global aims to strengthen the role of women in leadership, community development, and policy-making. This funding initiative aligns with the organization’s mission to foster gender equality, enhance women’s participation in social and economic activities, and provide them with the necessary resources to drive change in their communities.
Who can Apply?
The AWIU Global Micro-Grants program is open to grassroots women’s groups and organizations that are actively working to enhance women’s well-being. Eligible applicants must be women-led entities operating in low- and middle-income countries. The initiative supports community-based projects that focus on improving women’s lives through education, economic opportunities, healthcare, and social development. To qualify for the grant, organizations must meet specific criteria, including being led by women and having a structured project plan with quantifiable goals. The project must be time-limited, ensuring that it can be executed within a clear timeframe and deliver measurable results. Additionally, applicants must provide two verifiable references who can vouch for the credibility and impact of the organization’s past work. The grant is exclusively available to non-profit and community-based organizations rather than individuals or for-profit entities. AWIU Global encourages applications from groups that have a strong track record of community engagement and demonstrate the potential for sustainable impact. Priority will be given to initiatives that address critical issues affecting women, such as gender-based violence, education, maternal health, financial inclusion, and leadership development. The program is committed to supporting grassroots efforts that create meaningful and lasting change.
How to Apply?
Interested organizations must submit a well-structured application that includes a detailed project proposal, outlining objectives, expected impact, and a clear budget breakdown. Applications should also include two verifiable references to support credibility.
Application Deadline
The application process is currently open, and interested organizations are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to secure funding for their projects.
Last Date To Apply
All applications must be submitted by Saturday, 15 March 2025. Late submissions will not be considered.
Grant Amount
Successful applicants will receive a micro-grant of up to USD $3,000 per project to support their women-led initiatives.
Last Date To Apply
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