Funding Opportunities
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AUD 60,000 Direct Aid Program for NGOs Serving Local Communities
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The Australian High Commission in Mauritius is requesting applications for its Direct Aid Program (DAP) to support non-profit organisations working in local communities on activities that achieve sustainable and inclusive development.
Deadline: 14-Oct-24
Funding Information
- The maximum amount for each grant is AUD 60,000 (or the USD equivalent) and projects should be completed within one year from the date of entering into the grant agreement.
Eligible Activities
- DAP activities are aimed at achieving practical and tangible outcomes of high development impact. Projects that might act as a catalyst for additional development of the community or a model for similar developments elsewhere will be welcomed. Proposals that have a disability focus are encouraged.
- Priority areas for 2024-25 are:
- Climate, renewable energy, environmental protection and/or promoting biodiversity
- Governance, education and/or economic empowerment
- Gender equality, social inclusion and the protection of minority and/or human rights
- Disaster and/or livelihoods resilience (including food, water and health security)
- Applicants may apply for funding for development projects in other thematic areas.