Dana Foundation Grants 2026 for Grassroots NGOs (Up to €150,000 Funding)

The Dana Foundation Grants Programme 2026 offers up to €150,000 in flexible funding to support locally led organizations tackling multidimensional poverty and driving sustainable community impact. This initiative empowers grassroots organizations with long-term, unrestricted funding, enabling them to scale solutions and respond effectively to evolving local needs.

The programme emphasizes trust-based philanthropy, focusing on holistic support for organizations rather than short-term projects. Selected organizations will receive multi-year funding, reduced administrative burdens, and ongoing partnership support to create lasting change within their communities.

To qualify, applicants must be locally led, community-based organizations with an annual budget under €500,000. They should operate in regions with high levels of multidimensional poverty and demonstrate strong governance and financial management systems. Priority is given to organizations deeply rooted in the communities they serve.

Up to €150,000 over 3 years, approximately €50,000 per year, with unrestricted funding and simplified reporting requirements.