Commonwealth Foundation: Individual Organisation and Collective Action Grants 2026–2027

What it is

This grants programme from the Commonwealth Foundation supports civil society organisations, grassroots communities and creative actors across the Commonwealth, including creative collectives using creative practices for advocacy. Applicants must address at least one of three funding priorities: climate and environmental justice, economic inclusion, or freedom of expression, and must show how they will integrate gender and intersectionality considerations into their project. The Foundation particularly encourages applications from civil society and creative organisations based in Commonwealth small states.

Who it is for

Civil society organisations and collectives in Commonwealth countries that use creative practices to advance social, cultural and political change.

Eligibility unconfirmed. Check the residency and nationality rules on the source before applying.

The call says: “organisations based in Commonwealth small states”

Where

International

When

October 26, 2026, 5 days left

Programme dates not listed

What you get

Between £15,000 and £20,000 per year for Collective Action Grants, or between £15,000 and £30,000 per year for Individual Organisation Grants, for a maximum of two years.

What you need to apply

• Project proposal addressing one or more funding priorities: climate and environmental justice, economic inclusion, or freedom of expression
• Demonstration of how gender and intersectionality will be integrated into project design and implementation
• Small portfolio of work demonstrating creative practice and its relevance to the proposed project (required for applicants proposing creative approaches)

How long it takes

About 5 hours

Medium application. Estimated from the 3 items this application asks for, not from the organisation.

Cost to apply

Not listed

Apply

https://commonwealthfoundation.com/grants/annual/