Open Call: Sustainability Grant for Gender Equality Initiatives (Fiji)

Application Deadline: June 8, 2026

About the Grant

A funding initiative designed to strengthen gender equality and women’s empowerment across Fiji is the Sustainability Grant. Long-term, community-driven, and sustainable initiatives led by women’s organisations and networks are focused on being supported through this programme. Structural capacity building, financial sustainability, and inclusion of marginalised groups, especially in rural and remote areas, are prioritised by the grant.

Programme Objectives

The following aims are pursued by the Sustainability Grant:

• Gender equality and women’s empowerment in Fiji are to be strengthened
• Women-led organisations and grassroots networks are to be supported
• Access to resources for rural and marginalised communities is to be improved
• Inclusion, diversity, and equity are to be promoted
• Organisational capacity and sustainability are to be enhanced
• Financial management systems are to be strengthened
• Monitoring and evaluation practices are to be encouraged
• Long-term women-focused programming is to be supported

Funding Scope and Use

Flexible funding that can be used for the following purposes is provided by the grant:

• Core operational costs
• Long-term program implementation
• Training and capacity building activities
• Staff salaries and organisational support
• Travel and outreach activities
• Communications and visibility campaigns
• Monitoring and evaluation systems
• Financial management improvements

Funding Amount

• Up to FJD 150,000 per year is available
• Both registered and unregistered organisations are eligible
• Project scope and outcomes determine the funding level
• Small grassroots groups and established organisations are both accommodated by the design

Eligibility Criteria

The following criteria must be satisfied by applicants:

• Women-led and women-governed organisations or networks are required
• Majority leadership and financial control roles must be held by women
• Identification as a women’s organisation, group, or network is required
• Operation for at least one year is required
• Commitment to gender equality and women’s empowerment must be demonstrated
• Experience working with rural, remote, or marginalised communities is required
• Openness to inclusion across ethnicity, religion, disability, and gender identity must be shown

Additional Eligibility Requirements:

• Direct management of funding or arrangement through a third party must be possible
• A women-controlled independent bank account must be maintained by direct recipients
• Participation in training and evaluation activities must be agreed to
• Non-exclusive women-focused organisations may be considered if projects benefit women

Why This Grant Matters

A long-term funding mechanism designed to strengthen women-led organisations and advance gender equality across diverse communities is provided by the Sustainability Grant in Fiji. By offering flexible financial support and capacity-building opportunities, organisations are enabled to build sustainable systems, empower women, and deliver lasting impact in rural, remote, and marginalised areas. For women-led organisations and networks in Fiji whether registered or unregistered, grassroots or established flexible, multi-year funding to support core operations, capacity building, and long-term programming is offered by this grant.

How the Application Process Works

The following steps are included in the application process:

1. Submission of proposal form and supporting documents via email or hand delivery to Women’s Fund Fiji office in Suva
2. Inclusion of detailed project proposal, budget, and work plan
3. Verification and due diligence review by the Fund team
4. Evaluation by Grants Committee based on scoring criteria
5. Final approval and funding decision

Application Requirements

Submission of the following is required from applicants:

• A completed proposal form
• A detailed project description
• A work plan and implementation strategy
• A budget breakdown
• A financial management system description
• A monitoring and evaluation framework
• Capacity development needs
• Crosscutting themes and inclusion strategies

Key Focus Areas

Initiatives focused on the following areas are supported by the programme:

• Women’s leadership and empowerment
• Gender equality advancement
• Rural and remote community inclusion
• Economic and social empowerment programs
• Capacity building for women’s organisations
• Institutional strengthening and sustainability
• Advocacy and community engagement

Common Mistakes to Avoid

The following should be avoided by applicants:

• Incomplete proposal forms
• Weak or missing financial management plans
• Lack of clear gender equality focus
• Monitoring and evaluation components being ignored
• Poorly defined work plans or budgets
• Community inclusion strategies not being demonstrated

Tips for a Strong Application

To improve chances of selection, the following should be done:

• Long-term impact and sustainability should be clearly defined
• Strong women-led governance structure should be demonstrated
• Realistic and detailed budgets should be provided
• Inclusion of rural and marginalised communities should be highlighted
• Strong financial accountability systems should be shown
• Clear monitoring and evaluation methods should be included

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the Sustainability Grant?
  Supporting women’s empowerment in Fiji is the purpose of this funding programme. Long-term, sustainable gender equality initiatives are focused on. Grassroots and established women-led organisations are both supported.
• How much funding is available?
  Up to FJD 150,000 per year is available. Project scope and organisational capacity determine the funding level. Large and small organisations are both eligible.
• Who can apply?
  Women-led and women-governed organisations, registered and unregistered groups, and organisations working with marginalised communities are eligible.
• What can the funding be used for?
  Operational and staffing costs, training and capacity building, travel and outreach, communications and visibility, and monitoring and evaluation systems.
• How is the application submitted?
  Through email or hand delivery to Women’s Fund Fiji office in Suva. Full proposal and supporting documents must be included.
• What makes an organisation eligible?
  Majority women leadership and financial control, a minimum of one year of operation, commitment to gender equality and inclusion, and ability to manage and report on funding.
• Is support available for applications?
  Yes, proposal development support is provided by the Fund if needed. Before final submission, guidance is available.

How to Apply

Application Link: For more information and to access application materials, visit the Women’s Fund Fiji website.

Submission Methods:

• Email submission
• Hand delivery to Women’s Fund Fiji office in Suva

Application Requirements:

• A completed proposal form
• A detailed project description
• A work plan and implementation strategy
• A budget breakdown
• A financial management system description
• A monitoring and evaluation framework
• Capacity development needs
• Inclusion strategies

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For More Information: Visit the Official Women’s Fund Fiji Page