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2019 Call for Concept Notes - Development Impact Window - Canadian Small and Medium Organizations for Impact and Innovation
Funding for Canadian SMO international development projects
Funding available
$ 500,000 - $ 2,000,000
Deadline
July 10, 2019
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides up to CAD$36 million over five years for Canadian small and medium organizations. It supports international development projects aligned with Canada’s Feminist International Assistance Policy, including gender equality, human rights, climate action, inclusive governance, peace and security, and related development activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
- Develop a new program or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 500,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- $ 10,000,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
- Emergency and Relief
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- International Activities
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Women & girls
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- International development projects aligned with the Feminist International Assistance Policy
- Projects addressing poverty reduction, gender equality, human rights and climate action
- Development initiatives in ODA-eligible countries
- Projects with activities in Sub-Saharan Africa are especially preferred
Documents Needed
- Completed concept note form with validated label
- Canadian SMO attestation form, signed
- Letter of incorporation or proof of legal status
- Two recent financial statements
- Local partner information form, if applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian small and medium organizations
- Canadian civil society organizations
- Educational institutions in Canada
- Private-sector organizations
- Non-profit organizations
Who is not eligible
- Organizations not legally incorporated in Canada
- Organizations that do not meet the SMO financial definition
- Organizations that already submitted more than one application under this call
- Organizations previously approved under the 2017 call
Eligible expenses
- Project salaries, consultant fees and direct travel
- Training, course development, translation and meeting costs
- Equipment, supplies, and related shipping or maintenance
- Project administration costs directly related to implementation
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Profit-generating activities
- Public engagement activities for Canadians
- Costs incurred before the funding agreement is signed
- Replacement teaching time costs
- Any project costs that are not directly related to the project
Eligible geographic areas
- Official development assistance-eligible countries
- Sub-Saharan Africa
Selection criteria
- Strong alignment with the call’s objectives and FIAP action areas
- Clear rationale, theory of change and expected outcomes
- Strong gender equality and human rights integration
- Demonstrated organizational capacity and relevant project experience
- Innovation, risk management and sustainability of results
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the concept note
- Complete the concept note form.
- Complete the Canadian SMO attestation form.
- Gather the required financial statements and proof of legal status.
- Step 2: Register and access the portal
- Ensure the organization is registered in Partners@International.
- Review the portal instructions before submitting.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Upload the complete package through Partners@International.
- Submit before the deadline.
- Step 4: Await review and invitation decision
- Global Affairs Canada reviews the concept note.
- Selected applicants may be invited to submit a full proposal.
Processing and Agreement
- Concept notes are reviewed for eligibility first.
- Eligible concept notes are assessed against the call criteria.
- Only a limited number of organizations are invited to submit a full proposal.
- Funding decisions are made only after full proposal review.
- Applicants are notified of the outcome after the review process.
Additional information
- Concept notes are the first step of a two-stage process.
- Funding is not guaranteed at the concept note stage.
- Applicants invited to the second stage will have about eight weeks to submit a full proposal.
- Preference is given to projects in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the 2019 Call for Concept Notes - Development Impact Window - Canadian Small and Medium Organizations for Impact and Innovation Program
What is the 2019 Call for Concept Notes - Development Impact Window - Canadian Small and Medium Organizations for Impact and Innovation?
This program provides up to CAD$36 million over five years for Canadian small and medium organizations. It supports international development projects aligned with Canada’s Feminist International Assistance Policy, including gender equality, human rights, climate action, inclusive governance, peace and security, and related development activities.
How much funding can be received?
2019 Call for Concept Notes - Development Impact Window - Canadian Small and Medium Organizations for Impact and Innovation Funds up to $2,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the 2019 Call for Concept Notes - Development Impact Window - Canadian Small and Medium Organizations for Impact and Innovation program?
To be eligible for the 2019 Call for Concept Notes - Development Impact Window - Canadian Small and Medium Organizations for Impact and Innovation program, you must:
Canadian legal incorporation required
Registered in Partners@International
Meets SMO financial limits
What expenses are eligible under 2019 Call for Concept Notes - Development Impact Window - Canadian Small and Medium Organizations for Impact and Innovation?
International development projects aligned with the Feminist International Assistance Policy
Projects addressing poverty reduction, gender equality, human rights and climate action
Development initiatives in ODA-eligible countries
Projects with activities in Sub-Saharan Africa are especially preferred
Who can I contact for more information about the 2019 Call for Concept Notes - Development Impact Window - Canadian Small and Medium Organizations for Impact and Innovation?
You can contact Global Affairs Canada (GAC) by email at SMO-PMO2019@international.gc.ca.
Where is the 2019 Call for Concept Notes - Development Impact Window - Canadian Small and Medium Organizations for Impact and Innovation available?
The 2019 Call for Concept Notes - Development Impact Window - Canadian Small and Medium Organizations for Impact and Innovation program is available across Canada.
Is the 2019 Call for Concept Notes - Development Impact Window - Canadian Small and Medium Organizations for Impact and Innovation a grant, loan, or tax credit?
2019 Call for Concept Notes - Development Impact Window - Canadian Small and Medium Organizations for Impact and Innovation is a Partnering and Collaboration