UNDP Ghana is inviting proposals for community-led conservation under the second phase of the ICCA Global Support Initiative. The GEF Small Grants Programme call offers up to US$50,000 per grant.
Funding focus
Supported themes include ecosystem conservation, sustainable agriculture and fisheries, low-carbon energy, chemicals and waste, and sustainable urban solutions. Priority communities lie along the Black Volta Basin, particularly Wa-West, Banda, Bole, Sawla-Tuna-Kalba and Central Gonja.
Eligibility and available routes
The call targets eligible local NGOs and nonprofits operating in Ghana, alongside recognised community groups and social enterprises. Registration or recognition requirements apply. There are separate routes for a catalytic NGO undertaking monitoring and evaluation and community-based organisations implementing projects.
Application and deadline
Use the appropriate proposal template linked on UNDP Ghana’s official announcement. Submit electronically to helpdesk.gh@undp.org by 2 October 2026 at 5pm. The announcement does not explicitly label the time zone. Confirm it with UNDP if necessary. Details checked on 27 September 2026. This is organisational project funding, not an individual scholarship.
Documents and preparation
The official announcement links separate call documents and templates. Download the version matching your organisation’s role before writing. Do not assume that one form covers both implementation and monitoring assignments.
Opportunities Feed proposal checklist: Define a specific community problem, identify who will participate in decisions, and explain what the project can realistically achieve within its budget. Connect each activity to a measurable result. For example, distinguish an activity such as holding a workshop from a result such as participants adopting a practice that can be tracked.
Check that your narrative, work plan and budget describe the same project. Keep evidence for cost estimates, registration status and any partnerships you mention. Seek permission before sharing personal information about community members. These are editorial preparation suggestions; the official call determines required documents and selection criteria.
Summary
Organisations with a suitable community-led conservation proposal should prioritise the correct application route and complete submission requirements. Funding is competitive and the maximum award is not a guaranteed amount for every applicant.
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