The ECOM Foundation sends out Calls for Proposals once or twice a year. Non-Profit-Organisations (NGOs) and Community-Based Organisations (CBOs) that meet the criteria indicated in a Call for Proposal may apply, provided they meet the criteria outlined in the following sections.
ECOM Foundation Grant Guidelines and Criteria
The ECOM Foundation provides funding for projects that aim to have a direct and sustainable outcome for disadvantaged communities, which are ideally located in regions known for coffee, cocoa, cotton and nut growing and sourcing. ECOM Foundation is empowering farming communities by promoting (Girls’ Secondary) Education, Physical and Mental Health and creating opportunities for children aged 0–18 years.
By responding to the needs of disadvantaged communities, the ECOM Foundation is fostering a brighter, more equitable future that supports children in reaching their full potential.
At this stage, the ECOM Foundation is not accepting unsolicited applications. Proposals will only be considered in response to clearly defined calls for proposals. Please consult this website for updates on future funding opportunities.
By responding to the needs of disadvantaged communities, the ECOM Foundation is fostering a brighter, more equitable future that supports children in reaching their full potential.
At this stage, the ECOM Foundation is not accepting unsolicited applications. Proposals will only be considered in response to clearly defined calls for proposals. Please consult this website for updates on future funding opportunities.
Project Funding Criteria and Guidelines
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Your organisation can conduct non-profit projects.
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Your project addresses the core focus areas that the ECOM Foundation is investing in:
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(Girls’ Secondary School) Education;
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Physical and Mental Health of Children and Youth;
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Aged 0–18 years.
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You present a sound implementation plan and a realistic budget for the requested funds.
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Your proposed project grant request does not exceed 35% of your organisation’s total budget.
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Your project has the purpose of testing, scaling, or iterating on an innovative approach to (Girls’ secondary school) education.
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Your project considers prevention activities to combat child labour.
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Applicants have functioning and transparent administration and a proven track record.
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Applicants have a clear distribution of responsibilities (Board, Management, Team).
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Applicants’ core competence is in Education or in Physical and Mental Health of children and youth.
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Applicants follow a clear strategy, a well-defined goal, Smart objectives, a realistic implementation plan, and work with a reasonable and transparent budget.
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Applicants have a substantial degree of cooperation within the local community.
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Applicants have a plan to become financially self-sustainable, which shows mechanisms for generating local and regional financial support for future developments.
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Applicants have reasonable Overhead costs (Administration, Fundraising, Communication).