Apply For Organizational Grants

Organizational Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for organizational funding from Rise Fund Global, your institution must meet the minimum eligibility criteria outlined below. This ensures that our support reaches credible, mission-aligned organizations operating in regions where our funding mandates apply. Please review each item carefully and confirm your organization’s compliance.

Confirm the following statements apply to your organization:(Required)

We are a startup, not-for-profit Civil Society Organization (CSO), NGO, community-based group, or charitable institution.

We are legally operating in a country listed among Rise Fund Global’s priority regions.

We have not previously received a grant from Rise Fund Global.

If unregistered, we can provide formal recognition or validation from a local government authority or council.

Upload Supporting Document

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Accepted file types: pdf, docx, jpg, Max. file size: 10 MB, Max. files: 5.

Instructions: Required only for unregistered organizations.

Pre-Submission Application Readiness Checklist

Please ensure the following documents and sections are fully prepared before proceeding with your application. These items are essential for your submission to be considered during the evaluation process. You may be asked to upload these documents later in the form.

Confirm the following items are prepared and available(Required)

Our organizational details are accurately documented

A complete and signed full project proposal is ready

A logical framework (with objectives, outputs, indicators) is complete

A detailed work plan with timelines and responsibilities has been developed

A comprehensive budget proposal is available and itemized

We are prepared to provide verifiable bank account information

A valid registration certificate (or equivalent endorsement) is available

Audited financial statements or acceptable alternative documents from the past year are ready

The CV of our project focal person is complete and available

Organizational/Startup Identity & Structure

Please provide accurate details about your organization/startup, its legal status, leadership, and online presence. This information helps us verify legitimacy and determine eligibility for organizational grants. All entries must match your official documentation.

Organization Details

Organization Name(Required)

Legal Registration Number

Registration Date

Organization Email Address(Required)

Organization Contact(Required)

Organization Website (if any)

Country of Registration(Required)

Organization Address

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Representative Details

Full Name of Representative(Required)

First Last

Position in the Organization(Required)

Email of Representative(Required)

Phone(Required)

Languages Spoken(Required)

Upload Documents of the Project Focal Person(Required)

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Accepted file types: pdf, docx, jpg, png, , Max. file size: 20 MB, Max. files: 10.

Please upload all required documents for the individual who will serve as the main point of contact for this project. These may include: Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) National ID or Passport Copy Academic Certificates Letter of Appointment or Organizational Role Confirmation

Organizational Capacity

Brief Overview of Organizational Structure and Staff Capacity(Required)

Project Overview & Strategic Relevance

Please provide detailed information about the project for which your organization/startup seeks funding. This includes the amount requested, geographic scope, summary, and alignment with the mission of Rise Fund Global. Ensure responses are clear, concise, and complete.

Project Title(Required)

E.g. “Women-Led Agribusiness Empowerment Initiative – Northern Ghana”

Amount Requested (USD)(Required)

Please enter a number from 10 to 500000.

The maximum allowable amount is $500,000 for registered organizations and $100,000 for unregistered CSOs.

Total Project Cost (USD)(Required)

Please enter a number from 10 to 500000.

This may be greater than the amount requested if your organization has other secured co-funding.

Project Start Date:

Expected End Date:

Location of Implementation

Include region, district, and country. Justify your choice of location and describe expected coverage.

Project Summary (Max 200 Words)(Required)

Implementation Plan, Target Groups & Community Engagement

This section captures how your organization intends to execute the proposed project, who the beneficiaries are, and what mechanisms are in place to ensure local engagement, impact, and collaboration. Please answer all fields thoroughly.

Describe the key activities your organization will implement.(Required)

Who will directly benefit from the project, and how will the community be involved?(Required)

Are you working in partnership with any other organizations?(Required)

Why is this project relevant to the needs of your intended beneficiaries?(Required)

How will the project’s benefits be sustained after the grant ends?(Required)

Project Logic, Expected Results & Implementation Schedule

This section captures your project’s core logic from its overall goal to the specific results you expect to achieve. It also outlines the schedule of key activities, helping us understand how your team will stay on track during implementation.

What is the overall long-term objective of your project?(Required)

What are the measurable goals your project aims to achieve within the grant period?(Required)

How will success be measured?(Required)

How will you verify progress and results?(Required)

Implementation Timeline & Activities(Required)

Provide a month-by-month work plan for the grant period.(Required)

Upload a detailed work plan(Required)

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Accepted file types: pdf, xls, docx, Max. file size: 10 MB, Max. files: 3.

If you have a pre-designed implementation schedule or Gantt chart, upload it here

Detailed Project Budget & Organizational Financial Records

In this section, provide a complete breakdown of your proposed project budget and upload supporting financial documents. This information allows Rise Fund Global to assess the viability, efficiency, and transparency of your financial planning.

Total Proposed Project Budget (USD)(Required)

This should reflect the total cost of the project, including the amount requested and any co-funding secured.

Provide a brief justification for your budget request(Required)

Upload a detailed itemized budget(Required)

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Accepted file types: excel, pdf, doc, Max. file size: 10 MB, Max. files: 3.

Your budget should include line items, units, quantities, unit costs, and total per line.

Upload audited or official financial documents for your last fiscal year(Required)

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Accepted file types: excel, pdf, doc, Max. file size: 10 MB, Max. files: 3.

For large organizations: audited statements. For smaller or unregistered CSOs: official bank summaries, balance sheets, or signed financial declarations.

Upload your organization’s registration Documents(Required)

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Accepted file types: excel, pdf, doc, Max. file size: 10 MB, Max. files: 3.

Upload a Project Proposal(Required)

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Accepted file types: excel, pdf, doc, Max. file size: 10 MB, Max. files: 3.

Declaration, Consent & Final Submission

Please review your information before submitting. By signing below, you confirm that all details provided in this application are accurate to the best of your knowledge and that you are authorized to apply on behalf of your organization. You must also acknowledge our verification and administrative contribution policies

Declaration Statement(Required)

I hereby declare that all information provided in this form is true, complete, and submitted in good faith. I understand that Rise Fund Global may contact me or the organization for further clarification and verification.

Organizational Grant Application Form

Organizational Eligibility Criteria

Pre-Submission Application Readiness Checklist

Organizational/Startup Identity & Structure

Organization Details

Representative Details

Organizational Capacity

Project Overview & Strategic Relevance

Implementation Plan, Target Groups & Community Engagement

Project Logic, Expected Results & Implementation Schedule

Detailed Project Budget & Organizational Financial Records

Declaration, Consent & Final Submission

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