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Name of the entity
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), RTI International
Type of Support Provider
Multilateral
Close Date
Funding Amount
$ 300,000
Eligible to submit a proposal
Non-state actors (e.g., academic/research institutions, non-profits, etc.)
Public entities
Private companies
Climate Objective
Cross-cutting
Region
Europe and Central Asia
Sectors and Themes
Agriculture
Forestry and Other Land Use
Nature-based Solutions and Ecosystem Services
Transport
Waste
Water
Co-financing Requirement
No
Consortium Requirement
No
Call Summary
The GEF SGP CSO Innovation Challenge Program supports civil society organizations with proven environmental solutions that are ready to grow, replicate, or scale. It is designed for initiatives that can deliver clear global environmental benefits while strengthening inclusion, learning, and partnerships.
Eligibility Criteria
Projects should focus on the replication, scaling, or expansion of proven environmental solutions rather than basic research or untested pilot initiatives. Applicants must also confirm alignment with at least one challenge theme.
Eligible Applicants
- Local, national, regional, or international civil society organizations (CSOs) authorized to receive charitable contributions from foreign sources.
- Organizations that maintain a bank account in the organization's name.
- Organizations that are directly responsible for implementing the proposed project.
- International CSOs are eligible provided they work closely with national stakeholders and local communities and obtain all required government authorizations.
- Governments may participate in project activities but are not eligible to receive grant funding directly.
- Proposals from, or with strong engagement of, youth, women, and Indigenous Peoples are strongly encouraged.
Lead Partner Requirements
- The lead partner may apply alone or together with co-applicants.
- If awarded, the lead partner will:
- Sign the grant agreement.
- Serve as the main point of contact.
- Take overall responsibility for the project's technical and financial implementation.
Please follow this call guidelines for more context.
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