Digital resiliency grants for organisations
Verified by the editorial team 11 September 2026
Summary
Run through the CIVICUS Crisis Response Fund and Digital Democracy Initiative, this programme helps civil society organisations counter digital threats. Up to USD 10,000 for a single organisation and up to USD 20,000 for joint applications.
About the call
The grant programme strengthens civil society organisations' resilience to challenges that shrink civic space in the digital age: digital threats and risks to digital rights and civic participation. An individual application is up to USD 10,000 and a joint one (two or more organisations) up to USD 20,000; funds are spent within six months. Priority goes to underrepresented groups (women, youth, grassroots initiatives, LGBTQI+). Applications are accepted year-round in English; the online form cannot be saved, so answers are prepared offline using the templates.
Who can apply
- Local civil society organisations, groups and social movements (formal or informal)
- Priority for underrepresented and marginalised groups
What the funds are for
- Responding to digital threats and risks to digital rights
- Measures to strengthen organisational resilience
- Protecting civic space in the digital age
Documents required
Forms and templates are on the call page
How to apply
- 1Check eligibility against the criteria
- 2Download the application (Word) and budget (Excel) templates and prepare answers offline
- 3Complete and submit the online form in English
Questions and answers
- Can unregistered groups apply for the CIVICUS grant?
- Yes. Local civil society organisations, groups and social movements may apply, whether formal or informal.
- Can several organisations submit a joint application?
- Yes. A joint application by two or more organisations can receive up to USD 20,000; funds are spent within six months.
Donor contacts
Website: civicus.org
