UNDEF 2025 – Up to 200,000 USD to strengthen democratic governance

The United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF) 2025 call funds innovative projects that strengthen democracy, promote human rights and encourage citizen participation. It primarily finances civil society organizations in transitional and democratic consolidation phases, with grants ranging from 100,000 USD to 200,000 USD and typical project duration of two years. Selected projects may receive UN support in implementation and join a global network of democracy-promoting organizations.

Substantial project funding, UN assistance in implementation, and inclusion in a global network of democracy-promoting organizations.

Eligible applicants are civil society organizations and NGOs involved in promoting democracy; independent and constitutional institutions; and intergovernmental organizations (excluding UN).

Submit an online application before 28 February 2025; specify organization category and field of intervention; ensure project meets eligibility criteria.