Disability Rights Fund Opens 2026 Grant Round for Africa
The Disability Rights Fund (DRF) is launching its 2026 grant round aimed at supporting organisations of persons with disabilities (OPDs) across Sub-Saharan Africa. This initiative addresses the critical funding challenges faced by OPDs, enabling them to advocate for the rights of millions. The grant round will offer various funding streams, including small grants for local OPDs and larger grants for coalitions, fostering a more inclusive approach to disability rights advocacy.
This opportunity is significant as it not only provides financial support but also emphasizes the importance of disability-led governance in the decision-making process. By prioritizing organisations led by persons with disabilities, DRF ensures that the voices of those most affected by disability rights issues are heard and acted upon.
Eligibility
To be eligible, your organisation must:
- Be headquartered and primarily operating in one of DRF’s target countries in Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Be a registered non-governmental organisation of persons with disabilities or a group of persons with disabilities operating under a fiscal sponsor that is a registered OPD.
- Have a project proposal that specifically references and supports the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD).
Benefits
Funding streams include:
- Small Grants: up to USD 60,000 for two years.
- Mid-Level Coalition Grants: USD 30,000 to 50,000 per year.
- National Coalition Grants: USD 40,000 to 60,000 per year (up to USD 120,000 for two years).
