Japan Water Forum — Small Grants for Water Projects

• Applicants must be grassroots organizations (NGOs, NPOs, or community groups).
• Organization must be located in a country classified as Least Developed by the UN.
• The project must address local water-related issues like water supply, sanitation, or disaster risk.
• Proposed projects must be completed within the specified one-year timeframe.
• Applicants should have a dedicated bank account in the organization’s name.
• Innovation and community participation are highly prioritized in the selection process.

• Financial grant of up to US$1,500 per project to kickstart essential water initiatives.
• Opportunity to implement local solutions for water supply and sanitation.
• Support for community-led water-related disaster risk reduction activities.
• Global recognition for your grassroots organization from the Japan Water Forum.
• Enhanced visibility for your project through JWF’s international networking channels.
• The chance to make a tangible impact on the health and safety of your local community.

1. Visit the official Japan Water Forum announcement page to download the guidelines and application form.
2. Identify a specific water-related problem in your community and design a clear, budget-conscious project plan.
3. Carefully fill out the JWF Fund application form in English, ensuring all project goals are measurable.
4. Prepare any necessary supporting documents, such as photos of the project site or organizational certificates.
5. Submit your completed application via email to the JWF secretariat before the June 30th deadline.
6. Double-check that your requested budget does not exceed the $1,500 limit per project.

Don't wait—your community's next great water solution starts with this application!