International Renaissance Foundation
Ukraine's oldest private grant-maker (since 1990), part of the Open Society network: democracy, human rights, EU integration, civil society.
About the fund
The International Renaissance Foundation is one of Ukraine's largest charitable foundations, established in 1990 by philanthropist George Soros. The Foundation is part of the international Open Society Foundations network, active in more than 120 countries.
The Foundation's mission is to build an open society in Ukraine, where citizens take part in decision-making, power is transparent and accountable, and human rights are protected. For over three decades it has been one of the leading donors to Ukrainian civil society.
During the full-scale war, the Foundation works across several strategic directions, supporting democracy, justice for war crimes, veteran reintegration and Ukraine's European integration.
Focus areas
- European integration
- Human rights and justice
- Democracy and good governance
- Justice and accountability for war crimes
- Civil society development
- Veteran reintegration
Interesting facts
Founded in 1990 by George Soros - one of the first major donors of independent Ukraine.
Part of the global Open Society Foundations network, present in more than 120 countries.
How to apply
NGOs and other civil society actors can apply; current grant competitions are published on irf.ua in the competitions section.
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