Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade - Australia (DFAT)

Direct Aid Program Grants for Sustainable Development and Poverty Reduction (Philippines)

Last update: Jan 16, 2026 Last update: Jan 16, 2026

Details

Location:Philippines
Philippines
Grantmaking entity type:Government / Public Sector
Status:Closed
Budget:N/A
Award ceiling: PHP 1,500,000
Award floor:N/A
Sector:Gender & Human Rights, Disaster Reduction & Humanitarian Relief
Languages:English
Eligible applicants:NGOs / Nonprofit Organisations
Eligible citizenships:Philippines
Philippines
Date posted: Jan 16, 2026

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Description

Direct Aid Program Grants for Sustainable Development and Poverty Reduction (Philippines)The Australian Embassy in the Philippines is now accepting grant proposals to support projects with a strong development focus that complement Australia’s broader aid
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About the Funding Agency

DFAT Australia is a department of the Government of Australia that manages the government's international development and aid policies.

The objective of the DFAT aid program is to assist developing countries to reduce poverty and achieve sustainable development. The Asia-Pacific region traditionally remains the program's highest priority, and is planned to receive about 86% of all the Development Assistance funding.

 

About the Sectors

Gender & Human Rights

Includes initiatives that promote gender equality, protect human rights, and address discrimination and vulnerability across populations.


Key areas:
  • Gender equality and women’s empowerment
  • Human rights protection and advocacy
  • Protection of vulnerable and marginalized groups

Disaster Reduction & Humanitarian Relief

Covers actions aimed at reducing disaster risks and providing emergency assistance to populations affected by natural disasters, conflicts, or humanitarian crises.


Key areas:
  • Disaster risk reduction and preparedness
  • Emergency response and humanitarian assistance
  • Crisis recovery and relief coordination