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Request for Applications: Digital Inclusion Fund

Last update: about 13 hours ago Last update: Jun 18, 2026

Details

Location:Worldwide
Worldwide
Status:Open
Budget:N/A
Award ceiling: USD 3,000,000
Award floor: USD 150,000
Sector:Social Development, ICT & Telecommunications
Languages:English
Eligible applicants:Private Sector
Eligible applicant countries: Worldwide
Worldwide
Date posted: Jun 18, 2026

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Description

Request for Applications: Digital Inclusion FundThe Digital Inclusion Fund is seeking applications to support companies that are expanding digital payments, broadband access and inclusive financial services for unbanked populations. The program focuses on
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About the Funding Agency

The IFC, or International Finance Corporation, is a member of the World Bank Group and the world's largest development institution focused exclusively on the private sector in emerging markets. It provides investment, advisory services, and asset management to support private sector development and create jobs in developing countries. Established in 1956, the IFC works to mobilize private capital for projects ranging from small businesses to large-scale infrastructure, helping to reduce poverty and improve living standards.

IFC - International Finance Corporation (World Bank) - Our commitment to alleviating poverty and creating opportunity is reflected in our values: As a member of the World Bank Group,

IFC has two overarching goals:

  • End extreme poverty by 2030
  • Boost shared prosperity—in every developing country

About the Sectors

Social Development

Includes measures for improving well-being, inclusion, and resilience of individuals and communities through social services and protection systems.


Key areas:
  • Social inclusion and social cohesion programs
  • Social protection systems and safety nets
  • Social care services
  • Community development and vulnerable groups support

ICT & Telecommunications

Features information and communication technologies, digital systems, and telecommunications infrastructure and services.


Key areas:
  • ICT systems, software, and digital solutions
  • Telecommunications networks and services
  • Digitalization, data, and communication tools
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