Deadline: April 15, 2024
Applications are open for the German Embassy Microprojects Grants 2024. With the Micro-Project-Scheme the German Embassy seeks to support NGOs / NPOs and other civil society actors which support marginalised, and impoverished communities or communities in transition.
The focus of the support is on the following sectors in South Africa:
- Women’s Rights
- Anti-Discrimination of any kind
- Just Energy Transition
- Local Economic Development/Alternative Livelihoods
Grant
- A maximum amount of EUR 25,000 (The exchange rates into local currency may vary) can be granted per project.
Eligibility
- Projects, which cannot be financed by the body responsible itself (e.g. Community Based, Non-Government and Faith Based Organizations registered in South Africa) can be supported.
- Project examples to be funded: Bore holes, garden projects, shelters for vulnerable children, construction/renovation of school classes (only in Eswatini and Lesotho), income generating articles (sewing machines, tools/machines for a joinery or a locksmith’s trade) etc.
- Projects, which are of advantage to Government agencies, business people or other individuals seeking support in order to establish or improve their services or private businesses do not qualify.
Application
Send the application form to the German Embassy:
- Describing your organization (members, financial background, etc.).
- Give reference to projects already initiated by your organization (experience).
- Explain the project you seek financial support for (target group, etc.).
- Provide a detailed financial estimate of the project (Project´s self-contribution, donor´s contribution; membership dues, land).
- Time and location of the project.
Send your application for funding to [email protected]
For more information, visit Microprojects Grants.
