Funding schemes
DFID works in partnership with a range of different organisations to
ensure effective use of our development budget and to assist us in
achieving the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). These include
multilateral institutions (such as the World Bank, European Community
and UN agencies), developing country governments, civil society
organisations and the research community. See 'Who DFID works with’
for more information.
Although the greater part of our development assistance funding is
channelled through multilateral agencies, direct budget support and
larger scale programmes, there is still substantial support provided
through a variety of other funds for smaller scale
initiatives. These are aimed at promoting sustainable development and
eliminating poverty. They are open to different groups and the following
list has been arranged to reflect this. For a breakdown of expenditure
see our annual publication, ‘Statistics
on International Development’.
Any organisations or individuals seeking funding should read the
guidelines for the Fund which they feel best suits their needs and apply
directly, using the instructions given.
Funding for volunteers
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Funding for international students wishing
to study in the UK
Further information
The above schemes are aimed primarily at students from developing
Commonwealth countries. For other funding opportunities, please visit
the British Council website -
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Funding for not-for-profit organisations
- Civil Society Challenge Fund
Aimed at UK-based not-for-profit organisations working to provide
lasting benefits to poor communities and under-represented people in
the developing world.
- Development Awareness Fund and the
Mini Grants Scheme
UK-based not-for-profit organisations or networks which share our
commitment to raising awareness and understanding of development issues.
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Partnership Programme Arrangements
Arrangements between DFID and influential civil society organisations
in the UK which set out at a strategic level how the partners
will work together to meet the Millennium Development Goals.
Strategic Funding is provided, and is linked to jointly agreed
outcomes.
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 Financial
Education Fund
Financial Education Fund (FEF) is a fund which will support
innovative projects in Africa that improve financial capability.
Further information
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Conflict, humanitarian and security funding
- Conflict, Humanitarian and
Security Fund (CHSF, previously CHF)
The Conflict,
Humanitarian and Security Fund (previously CHF) provides funding,
through regular competitions, for not-for-profit organisations
working on conflict, humanitarian and security issues. The current
competition is now open for applications.
Deadline for applications: 18 May 2009
Separate Project-based competitions under the CHSF
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West Africa Humanitarian
Response Fund (WAHRF)
The West Africa Humanitarian Response Fund (WAHRF) provides funding
for non-governmental organisations (NGOs) focussed on disaster
response to rapid onset emergencies and acute crises across the West
Africa region. The current competition in now open for applications.
Deadline for Applications: Friday, 1 May 2009.
- Humanitarian response funding
Allocated in response to specific emergencies and disasters to
not-for-profit organisations, United Nations agencies and the Red
Cross Movement.
- Disaster Risk Reduction
After a major rapid-onset disaster, up to 10% of DFID's response
funding may be available for Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)
activities including prevention, mitigation and preparedness for
future disasters, where this can be done effectively. This is likely
to be relevant for sudden onset disasters and will only apply to
responses above £500,000. The funding is often managed by the DFID
country or regional office. For further information read our
Disaster
Risk Reduction Policy Paper (657
kb) or contact (+44) (0)20 7023 1476.
- UK Gaza
Humanitarian Response Fund
Following the
announcement of an additional £20m funding for the crisis in
Gaza, DFID is directly inviting concept notes from NGOs focusing on
the immediate protection and assistance needs of the
population of Gaza.
- The Conflict Prevention Pool (CPP), managed jointly by DFID, the
Foreign and Commonwealth Office and the Ministry of Defence. More information on the
CPP is also
available.
- Mine action
DFID funds a programme of global mine action through the United
Nations and selected NGO partners. For further information please
contact the Security and Justice Team in Conflict, Humanitarian and
Security Department (CHASE) on (+44) (0)20 7023
0599.
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Funding for the private sector
Further information
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Funding for educational institutions
- DELPHE
The DELPHE (Development Partnerships in Higher Education) programme
provides funding for partnerships between Higher Education
Institutions (HEIs) working on collaborative activity linked to the
Millennium Development Goals.
- DFID
Global Schools Partnerships
Provides grants to schools in the UK and Africa, Asia, Latin America
and the Caribbean to help build partnerships through teacher
exchanges and for projects to build development issues into the
curriculum.
Further information
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Funding for the media
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Funding for Local
Authorities
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Funding for specific countries or regions
Please note that this list is not exhaustive and there will be more
schemes run directly from country offices.
Africa
Further information
Asia
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DFID
Community Support Programme aims to provide funding support to
poor, marginalized, excluded, and conflict-affected communities in
Nepal to address their immediate livelihood issues.
- Iraqi Civil Society Challenge Fund
Aims to strengthen capacity of Iraqi civil society organisations,
contribute to local/community initiatives, increase access to
information, and support organisations in the non-government sector
to work better with government to develop and improve social policy
across Iraq.
- Iraq Political Participation Fund
Organisations that work to support the development of legitimate and
inclusive political institutions in Iraq.
- Orissa Civil Society and Poverty Programme
NGOs that have been in existence for a minimum of five years, and are based in Orissa, India.
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India
Poorest
Areas Civil Society Programme
Seeks to support civil society organisations working in identified
thematic areas in India.
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Afghanistan Investment Climate Facility
An initiative launched by Britain through DFID which aims to raise
$100 million to fast track changes in business rules and regulations
to make it attractive for businesses to invest in Afghanistan.
Worldwide
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Last updated: 11 March 2009
