We accept applications from: Individuals in financial or educational need Grassroots community leaders Students and scholars from low-income countries Faith-based and civil society organizations (CSOs) Unregistered local initiatives with verified backing Applicants must operate or reside in a country classified as low to lower-middle income.
While our priority regions include Africa, South Asia, Latin America, and select parts of the Middle East, Rise Fund Global accepts applications from over 120 countries worldwide. Country-specific eligibility is defined during onboarding.
We fund the following categories: Personal Development & Emergency Assistance Educational Tuition and Scholarships Small Business Startups and Recovery Capital Organizational Project Support Research Grants for Scholars & NGOs Grant categories may vary each cycle.
Individuals: $500 to $5,000 USD Organizations: Up to $500,000 USD (for registered bodies), or $100,000 (for unregistered grassroots entities with official community support)
Yes — unregistered initiatives may still be considered if they present: A letter from community leaders Verified community impact evidence A clear plan for fund stewardship Funding amounts are limited and subject to due diligence.
Grants are typically non-taxable in most jurisdictions, but recipients are responsible for confirming local tax policies with their authorities.
At Rise Fund Global, there is no fee to apply for any of our grants. However, to safeguard our beneficiaries and uphold the highest standards of financial integrity, all shortlisted applicants are required to confirm their payout account through a one-time, refundable verification deposit of 5$ for personal grants, 15$ for startup grants and 20$ for CBO/NGO grant.
This process:
Ensures the accuracy of your payout details before releasing substantial funds.
Helps protect against fraud, impersonation, and misuse of grant resources.
Supports our security systems for safe and timely disbursements.
Refund Guarantee:
If your grant is approved, the money is added back to your final grant amount.
If your application is not approved, the amount is fully refunded within 3 working days.
This measure is standard in international funding practice and ensures that our support reaches only verified, eligible recipients.
Approved applicants receive disbursements within 7–14 business days after verification, through:
Primary disbursement is in USD, but we convert to local currencies depending on recipient country and platform compatibility.
Check your spam or promotions folder. If nothing arrives within 10 minutes, use the “Resend Confirmation” tool on your application portal.
No. However, if you made a major error, you may contact support@risefundglobal.org with your applicant ID to request correction before the review window closes.
You’ll receive an official email AND SMS from Rise Fund Global, containing your Applicant Reference Code and onboarding instructions.
Yes. You can complete your full application and document uploads from any modern smartphone browser. Use Google Chrome or Safari for best results.
We welcome partnerships with local CSOs, community leaders, and educational institutions. Contact partners@risefundglobal.org with a proposal brief.
You may be asked to provide:
Applications not completing verification within the designated timeframe are withdrawn from the funding cycle without prejudice. No exceptions.
Due to the high volume of applications, we cannot offer formal appeals. However, applicants are encouraged to reapply in future cycles.
No. Rise Fund Global does not initiate funding communication via personal messages, DMs, or unofficial accounts. Always verify communication originates from @risefundglobal.org.
Email us immediately at fraud@risefundglobal.org. Be sure to include screenshots, contact numbers, or payment requests received.