The Global Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA) Fund is inviting applications for its 2026 Medium-Size Grants, offering financial support of up to US$500,000 per project.
The funding programme supports organisations developing innovative approaches to climate change adaptation, environmental protection and sustainable development. It aims to strengthen the ability of communities, institutions and governments to respond to climate-related challenges.
The fund is particularly interested in projects that can demonstrate how ecosystem-based approaches can be expanded, integrated into development policies and sustained beyond the funding period.
Eligible organisations include non-governmental organisations, international NGOs, community-based organisations, Indigenous Peoples' organisations, research institutions and eligible partnerships.
Projects may be implemented in eligible developing countries, making this an opportunity worth examining for organisations working in Uganda and other African countries.
What Does the Grant Cover?
The fund offers grants of up to US$500,000 for projects lasting up to 24 months.
Supported activities may include:
Developing innovative climate adaptation approaches.
Strengthening community resilience in climate-vulnerable areas.
Supporting ecosystem restoration and biodiversity conservation.
Improving institutional and technical capacity.
Developing innovative climate finance solutions.
Supporting research, evidence generation and knowledge sharing.
Integrating environmental adaptation into development and policy frameworks.
Building partnerships between communities, civil society organisations and relevant institutions.
The programme prioritises projects that can influence wider development systems rather than isolated activities with limited potential for replication.
Who Can Apply?
Eligible applicants include:
Legally registered non-governmental organisations.
International non-governmental organisations.
Community-based organisations.
Indigenous Peoples' organisations.
Universities and academic institutions.
Research institutes and think tanks.
Eligible private-sector organisations.
Consortia with a clearly identified lead applicant.
Applicants must demonstrate:
Legal recognition and organisational capacity.
Relevant experience in the proposed project area.
Existing work or knowledge on which the proposed project can build.
A clear explanation of the climate challenge being addressed.
Strong local partnerships.
A realistic project budget and implementation plan.
A credible sustainability strategy.
Projects must qualify as ecosystem-based adaptation and target eligible ODA countries or an eligible global or thematic scope.
Important: The fund does not support standalone projects consisting exclusively of field implementation. Proposals must demonstrate wider learning, policy, institutional or scaling benefits.
How to Apply
Visit the official Global EbA Fund Medium-Size Grants page.
Download the 2026 Medium-Size Call for Proposals.
Read the Grants Procedures Manual.
Confirm that your organisation and project meet the eligibility requirements.
Prepare your project proposal and Theory of Change.
Develop a detailed project budget.
Complete the applicant declaration and due diligence documents.
Identify eligible local partners where required.
Submit the application through the official online application portal before 16 November 2026.
Important Information
Maximum grant: US$500,000.
Project duration: Up to 24 months.
Application opening: 12 October 2026.
Application deadline: 16 November 2026.
Target applicants: NGOs, INGOs, CBOs and other eligible organisations.
Application language: English.
Main focus: Ecosystem-based adaptation, climate resilience and environmental sustainability.
This is a competitive grant. Organisations should have relevant experience, credible partnerships and a well-developed project concept before applying.
Official Application and Information Links
Source Attribution: Based on the official Global EbA Fund 2026 Medium-Size Grants announcement, application documents and eligibility requirements.