Application Deadline:
1 November 2026
About Organisation
The Wikimedia Foundation is a nonprofit organisation that supports Wikipedia and other free-knowledge projects. Through its community funding initiatives, it helps individuals and groups improve access to reliable information, expand participation in open knowledge, and strengthen Wikimedia projects. Its funding programmes encourage community members to develop initiatives that make knowledge more accessible, inclusive, and representative of diverse communities.
About the Grant
The Wikimedia Foundation India Rapid Project Grants 2026 support community-led initiatives that improve Wikimedia projects and expand access to free knowledge. Funding may support activities such as Wikipedia workshops, editathons, educational programmes, community events, cultural documentation, and projects that encourage participation by underrepresented groups. The programme is particularly relevant to initiatives that improve the availability of information in Indian languages, strengthen digital literacy, document cultural heritage, and increase participation by women and other underrepresented communities.
Reported funding requests range from approximately US$500 to US$5,000 per project, subject to the programme’s eligibility criteria, budget requirements, and approval process. Applicants should consult the official guidelines to confirm the current funding limits and eligible expenses before preparing a proposal.
Who can Apply?
The programme is intended for eligible Wikimedia community members, project organisers, groups, and recognised or unrecognised Wikimedia affiliates based in India. Applicants should demonstrate relevant Wikimedia experience, community involvement, and the ability to implement the proposed activities. Projects must contribute to one or more Wikimedia projects and align with the programme’s funding priorities.
This opportunity is not a general NGO funding programme. Applicants without relevant Wikimedia community involvement should review the official eligibility requirements before preparing a proposal. Additional financial, administrative, and documentation requirements may apply depending on the applicant and the proposed funding arrangement.
How to Apply?
Interested applicants should visit the official Wikimedia Meta-Wiki page for the India Rapid Project programme and review the current application guidelines. Applicants should prepare a project proposal explaining the objectives, target community, planned activities, expected outcomes, implementation timeline, and detailed budget. They should then complete the prescribed application form and provide the required supporting documentation through the designated application process. Applicants should also allow sufficient time for account registration and any necessary administrative approvals.
Application Deadline
The application deadline is 1 November 2026
Last Date To Apply
For more information, please visit the grant website here.
