Global EbA Fund Medium-Size Grants

This funding window supports medium-sized projects that accelerate the adoption and scaling of ecosystem-based adaptation. The fund is particularly interested in innovative, collaborative approaches that strengthen enabling environments, integrate adaptation into policy and planning, improve access to investment and generate lessons that can be applied beyond individual project sites. Priority themes include innovative finance solutions for EbA and approaches that connect climate resilience, biodiversity, land management and development. Projects must be built on existing work or knowledge, demonstrate a clear pathway to scale and establish credible local partnerships. Grants can support projects lasting up to 24 months. Funding is awarded competitively, and applicants must comply with the official eligibility, financial capacity and project design requirements. The submission window closes on 16 November 2026.

Global EbA Fund, supported by IUCN and the UN Environment Programme is offering this grant to Eligible organisations and consortia scaling ecosystem-based adaptation across ODA-eligible countries. It is designed for ventures working in Climate, Biodiversity, Climate Finance at the Established initiative stage.

The opportunity offers Up to USD 500,000 per project, with support including Up to USD 500,000 per project, Project duration up to 24 months. Applications are scheduled to close on 2026-11-16. Review the eligibility, required materials and application guidance below before continuing to the organiser’s website.

• Up to USD 500,000 per project
• Project duration up to 24 months

• Eligible organisations, research institutions, NGOs, private companies under fund restrictions and consortia with a lead applicant
• Global and thematic proposals targeting ODA-eligible countries
• Established initiatives with a credible pathway to scale and influence policy or investment

1. 1Read the eligibility criteria twice before drafting.
2. 2Quantify your impact — numbers speak louder than adjectives.
3. 3Tell a founder-first story. Panels remember people, not products.
4. 4Submit at least 48 hours before the deadline.