If you are part of a civil society organization working to transform communities, influence policy, and advocate for human rights, the AmplifyChange Grant Program represents one of the most impactful global funding opportunities available today. Designed to empower grassroots movements and strengthen advocacy in sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), this funding initiative supports organizations that are often overlooked by traditional donors.
What Is AmplifyChange?
AmplifyChange is a global funding mechanism dedicated exclusively to supporting civil society advocacy on sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). Its mission is to ensure that individuals everywhere can exercise their rights to health, dignity, and bodily autonomy.
Unlike traditional funding bodies, AmplifyChange prioritizes grassroots organizations, especially those operating in challenging environments where access to funding is limited. It focuses on building long-term movements, not just short-term projects.
Types of AmplifyChange Grants
AmplifyChange offers several grant categories tailored to different organizational capacities and goals:
1. Opportunity Grants
- Funding: Up to £75,000
- Duration: 1.5 to 3 years
- Designed for small grassroots organizations
- Supports local advocacy initiatives
2. Strengthening Grants
- Funding: Up to £200,000
- Duration: 2 to 3 years
- Focus: Organizational growth and scaling impact
- Allows up to 40% for capacity building
3. Network Grants
- Supports coalitions and partnerships
- Focuses on strengthening regional or thematic networks
4. Partnership Grants
- Supports intermediary organizations that redistribute funding
- Focus on long-term systems change
Who Can Apply? (Eligible Applicants)
AmplifyChange is specifically designed for civil society organizations (CSOs). Eligible applicants include:
- Community-based organizations
- Youth-led groups
- Women’s rights organizations
- NGOs and non-profits
- Indigenous groups
- Faith-based organizations
- Research institutes and social enterprises
Who Cannot Apply
- Individuals or independent researchers
- UN agencies
- International NGOs based in high-income countries
- Organizations focused solely on service delivery without advocacy
Eligible Countries and Regions
Applicants must be based in and implementing projects in eligible countries, primarily across:
- Africa: Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, Uganda, South Africa, etc.
- South Asia: India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan
- Middle East: Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, Yemen
A wide list of eligible countries is provided, including Kenya, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Rwanda, and many more.
Key Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, organizations must:
- Be registered or unregistered civil society organizations
- Operate in an eligible country
- Focus on advocacy (not just service delivery)
- Align with AmplifyChange priority themes
- Meet financial thresholds depending on grant type
For example, Opportunity Grants require:
- Average annual expenditure below £200,000
Priority Focus Areas
Projects must align with at least one of AmplifyChange’s core SRHR themes:
- Ending gender-based violence
- Access to safe abortion
- Youth sexual health and education
- Challenging stigma and discrimination
- Expanding access to SRHR services
These themes are central to achieving long-term policy and societal change.
Funding Benefits
Successful applicants receive:
- Substantial financial support (up to £200,000)
- Capacity-building resources
- Access to global advocacy networks
- Long-term partnership opportunities
AmplifyChange has already funded over 1,500 projects globally, disbursing more than £142 million to support SRHR initiatives.
Application Process (Step-by-Step)
Applying for AmplifyChange funding involves a structured online process:
- Register on the Grants Portal
- Complete eligibility screening questions
- Create organizational profile
- Fill out the application form
- Upload required documents
- Submit before the deadline
Important: Applications must be submitted online—late submissions are not accepted.
Why You Should Apply
AmplifyChange stands out because it:
- Prioritizes local voices and grassroots leadership
- Funds advocacy and systemic change, not just services
- Supports organizations in high-need, underfunded regions
- Encourages innovation and intersectional approaches
It is particularly valuable for organizations seeking to influence policy, laws, and social norms around health and human rights.
Deadline
16th June 2026
The AmplifyChange Grant Program is more than just funding—it is a strategic opportunity to join a global movement advocating for justice, equality, and health rights. Whether you are a small grassroots organization or a growing NGO, this initiative provides the financial support and institutional backing needed to scale your impact. If your organization is committed to driving meaningful change in sexual and reproductive health and rights, this is an opportunity worth pursuing.
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