The Global EbA Fund has opened its 8th Call for Proposals for Small-Size Grants to support innovative and catalytic projects that help scale Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA), strengthen climate resilience and address barriers to adaptation. Eligible NGOs and other organisations can apply for grants of up to US$250,000. The submission window opens on 28 September 2026.
About the Global EbA Fund Small-Size Grants
The Global EbA Fund supports initiatives that use ecosystems to help communities respond to climate change while protecting and restoring nature.
The 2026 Small-Size Grants call focuses on overcoming barriers to scaling EbA through stronger institutional and technical capacity, evidence generation, knowledge exchange and investment readiness.
Grant Amount and Duration :Grant amount: Up to US$250,000 per project
Project duration: Up to 24 months
What the Grants Support
Proposals may focus on areas including:
- Ecosystem-based Adaptation and climate resilience
- Institutional and technical capacity building
- Applied research and evidence generation
- Investment readiness and project pipeline development
- Innovative technologies for EbA
- Knowledge exchange and learning networks
- Scaling nature-based solutions
Projects should demonstrate clear benefits for both people and nature and address climate risks through an ecosystem-based approach.
Who Can Apply?
Eligible applicants include:
- NGOs and international NGOs
- Community-based organisations
- Indigenous Peoples’ organisations
- Universities and academic institutions
- Research institutes and think tanks
- Eligible private-sector organisations
- Consortia of eligible organisations
Applicants must be legally recognised entities and have relevant experience in the proposed area of work.
The call primarily focuses on ODA-eligible SIDS and LDCs. Applications from other ODA-eligible countries may be considered where they demonstrate exceptional ambition and strong opportunities to scale EbA.
Important Dates
Call launched: 24 August 2026
Applications open: 28 September 2026
Application deadline: 26 October 2026
All applications must be submitted through the online platform. The submission link will be made available on the Small-Size Grants webpage when applications open.
How to Apply
Applicants should review the official Global EbA Fund Small-Size Grants guidelines, eligibility requirements and application documents before preparing their proposal.
Official application information: visit Global EBA Fund
The Fund recommends preparing the application form offline before submitting it through the online platform.
Conclusion :The Global EbA Fund Small-Size Grants 2026 call may be relevant to NGOs, research institutions and other eligible organisations working on climate adaptation, biodiversity, ecosystem restoration and nature-based solutions. Organisations in India should carefully review the geographic and project eligibility requirements before applying.
Disclaimer :NGOportal only disseminates information about funding opportunities. Publication of an opportunity does not guarantee eligibility, funding, partnership or selection. Applicants should verify the current eligibility requirements, application process, deadline and other conditions with the Global EbA Fund before applying.