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Call for Projects 2026 - First Call for Projects under the Fourth Strategic Plan (2026–2030)

Issued by APFNet · via NGOBOX — grant announcements (India)

Published
10 Aug 2026
Closes
30 Sept 2026, 23:59 UTC
Reference
13215
Location
India
Sector
Education & Training

Details

About APFNet

The Asia-Pacific Network for Sustainable Forest Management and Rehabilitation (APFNet), officially launched in September 2008, is a non-profit international organization dedicated to advancing sustainable forest management and rehabilitation in the Asia-Pacific region.

About the Grant

Following a three-year pause due to the global pandemic, APFNet is pleased to resume its Call for Projects. This marks the first call under APFNet’sFourth Strategic Plan (2026–2030) (SP4),.pdf with enhanced focus on climate action, biodiversity conservation, and inclusive livelihood development.

Status: OPEN

Launch Date: 5 June 2026

Submission Deadline for Concept Notes: 5 July 2026

Submission Deadline for Full Proposals: 30 September 2026 (by invitation only)

Priority Thematic Areas All projects must align with one or more of the following SP4 pillars: * Field Demonstration – Forest landscape restoration, climatesmart solutions, biodiversity conservation, digital forestry (AI, drones, remote sensing). * Capacity building – Training & scholarship programmes, institutional capacity assessments, tailored technical assistance, regional peer learning. * Policy Dialogue – Transboundary forest governance, policy research, integration of forestry into Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs),National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans (NBSAP) and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) frameworks. * Information sharing – Regional knowledge hub & digital library, synthesis and dissemination of best practices, inclusive communication strategies.

Eligibility & Key Requirements

*Applicants: APFNet member economies, observer economies, and partners.

*Endorsement:

*For projects led by a member/observer economy – official letter from the APFNet Council Representative of the targeted economy(ies). *For projects led by a partner – endorsement letter may be signed by an authorized representative of the applicant organization. *Multi-economy projects: At least the lead economy’s endorsement is required at concept note stage, with a written explanation for other targeted economies. Full endorsements from all targeted economies must be submitted by the full proposal stage (extensions possible on a case-by-case basis).

*Geographic focus: GMS, Southeast Asia, South Asia, Greater Central Asia, Pacific Islands, North America, Latin America.

*Project category:

Small-size Project (APFNet grant≤USD 100,000, duration ≤24 months) Regular Project (APFNet grant >USD 100,000, duration 24–48 months)

*Counterpart contribution: ≥20% of total budget (cash and/or in-kind).

Application Process (Two-Stage)

StageDescriptionDeadline
1. Concept NoteMandatory for all applicants. Concise document (5–10 pages) following the APFNet Concept Note Template.5 July 2026
2. Full ProposalBy invitation only. Detailed proposal using the template provided to shortlisted applicants.30 September 2026

Note: All materials must be submitted in English via email to [contact details removed].

Key Timelines

ActivityDate
Call for Projects Launch5 June 2026
Deadline for Concept Note Submission5 July 2026
Shortlisting notification for Full Proposal Development5 August 2026
Deadline for Full Proposal Submission30 September 2026
Final Approval and Announcement30 November 2026

Contact For inquiries regarding the Call for Projects 2026, please contact: APFNet Secretariat

Email: [contact details removed]

Tel: [contact details removed] ext. 8028

Website: www.apfnet.cn

Note: APFNet reserves the right to adjust timelines. Please check the website for updates.

For more information, please check the Link: Call for Projects 2026

Funding organisation: APFNet

Grant announcement listed on NGOBOX. Applications are made to the funding organisation — see the official announcement.

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