Applications Invited for NFI Bandhutva CSO Resilience Grant 2025
National Foundation for India (NFI) invites applications for its flagship initiative, the Bandhutva CSO Resilience Grant 2025, aimed at strengthening grassroots Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) working with marginalized communities. The grant provides both financial and non-financial support to enable institutional growth, strategic sustainability, and inclusive leadership.
About the Organization
The National Foundation for India (NFI) has been working for over three decades to empower civil society organizations. It partners with grassroots institutions to address critical social issues and works towards building a just, democratic, and inclusive society. NFI has supported over 500 organizations in hard-to-reach areas, advocating for rights, dignity, and opportunity, especially for marginalized communities.
Grant Overview
| Grant Name | NFI Bandhutva CSO Resilience Grant 2025 |
|---|---|
| Granting Body | National Foundation for India (NFI) |
| Funding Support | Up to ₹10 lakhs per organization per year |
| Duration | Up to 3 years (initial agreement for 12 months) |
| Application Deadline | 27 July 2025 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Website | NFI Official Website |
Objectives of the Programme
- Strengthening CSOs and leadership at the grassroots level
- Reaching underserved communities in remote and rural regions
- Promoting values of inclusion, diversity, and constitutional ethics
- Supporting organizational development and program quality
Grant Components
Financial Support:
- Up to ₹8–10 lakhs per CSO per year
- Funding to support organizational systems, strategy, and program delivery
- Duration up to 3 years (renewed annually based on performance)
Non-Financial Support:
- Capacity building (Finance, Gender, Leadership, Fundraising)
- Technical mentorship and training
- Peer learning and ecosystem-building platforms
Eligibility Criteria
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Geographic Focus | East/Central: Chhattisgarh, MP, Odisha; Northeast: Arunachal, Assam, etc. |
| Legal Status | Registered as Society/Trust/Section 8 Company |
| Minimum Age of Organization | At least 3 years of functioning |
| Annual Turnover | Should not exceed ₹20 lakhs |
| Leadership | Led by members from Dalit, Tribal, Adivasi, or minority communities |
| Team Size | Minimum 5 members (paid or unpaid) |
| Valid Registrations | 12A certification, audited financials, annual reports |
How to Apply
- Applications must be submitted online via the official NFI form.
- The form link is available at: Click Here to Submit the Form
- Applicants must include organizational documents such as 12A certification, IT returns, and annual reports.
- Selection will be based on detailed due diligence, including interviews and field visits.
Deadline to Apply: 27 July 2025
Contact
For queries and detailed guidelines, visit:
NFI Website
Email: info@nfi.org.in
