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The 2015 Commonwealth Foundation grants call is open

The 2015 Commonwealth Foundation grants call is open

The Commonwealth Foundation has launched a call for grant applications to support sustainable development projects that contribute to effective, responsive and accountable governance with civil society participation across the Commonwealth.
• Open to civil society organisations (CSOs)
• Up to £30,000 per year
• Multi-year funding available (up to three years)
• Delivered in Commonwealth Foundation eligible member countries

Areas of focus
Grant projects must focus on one or more of the following:
• Strengthening the ability of CSOs to use creative expression for participatory governance
• Enhancing the capacity of CSOs, networks and alliances to engage in participatory governance
• Facilitating interaction and constructive engagement in governance
• Building a culture of learning and knowledge sharing

Find more information and apply at: commonwealthfoundation.com/grants

The closing date for applications is 29 January 2015.

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