Grant Assistance for Grass-roots Human Security Projects Programme

The Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP) Programme aims to assist Nonprofit Organisations (NPO) by supporting relatively small development projects which have a direct and immediate impact on the well-being of disadvantaged communities at the grass-roots level.

The Embassy of Japan in the Republic of South Africa reviews grant applications from the NPOs in the Republic of South Africa, the Kingdom of Lesotho, and the Kingdom of Eswatini. The site of the proposed project must be located within one of the three countries.

Sectors

• Education
• Medical & Health
• Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
• Social Welfare

Funding Information

• An approximated maximum amount of ZAR 2,400,000.00 is available for funding.
• NB: The ZAR amount of 2,400,000.00 is based on a maximum amount of 20 million Japanese Yen.

Eligibility Criteria

• Registered NPOs may apply and a copy of the NPO registration certificate must be attached to the application form. NPOs include non-governmental organisations, community-based organisations, primary and secondary schools, hospitals, clinics, and local governments.
• Individuals or private companies are not eligible to apply.
• Only one application will be considered per organisation.
• The applicant organisation must have at least 3 (three) years’ experience in the sector of the proposed project. The applicant organisation is required to be established and sound, and to have sustainable and stable foundations in terms of finance, personnel, project management etc. Therefore, the Embassy cannot fund newly established organisations, pilot projects, or initial start-up costs etc.

Ineligibility Criteria

• The following areas are not financed by the GGP:
  • Projects that have uncertain benefits for grassroots activities such as assistance for research by advanced academic institutions and capacity building of the recipient organization.
  • Projects limited to commercial activities and creation of employment particular individuals and organizations, and which have uncertain direct benefits for grass-roots activities.
  • Culture, art, and sport projects that are less related to economic and social development.
  • Projects with a political or missionary purpose, or the intention of military use.
  • Consumables, small fixtures, running and maintenance costs of facilities, and equipment are not financed in principle even if the project is eligible for the GGP

For more information, visit Embassy of Japan in South Africa.