CLIMATE RESILIENCE FUND 2026
Supporting Climate Adaptation Projects in Vulnerable Communities Across Africa and Southeast Asia
Funding Amount: USD $250,000 – $5,000,000
Application Deadline: 30 September 2026
Region: Global
Status: Open
About the Fund
The Climate Resilience Fund 2026 provides flexible capital to private sector organisations developing and implementing climate adaptation solutions in vulnerable regions.
The programme supports projects that strengthen the resilience of communities, ecosystems and infrastructure to climate-related challenges while promoting sustainable development and long-term environmental benefits.
Priority is given to initiatives that address climate adaptation through nature-based solutions, sustainable agriculture, ecosystem restoration and resilient infrastructure development.
Funding Available
Successful applicants may receive funding ranging from USD $250,000 to USD $5,000,000.
Who Can Apply?
The fund is open to:
• Registered private sector entities
• Companies operating in IFC-eligible countries
• Businesses with at least two years of operational history
• Organisations implementing climate adaptation and resilience initiatives
Eligible applicants should demonstrate the ability to implement scalable projects that strengthen climate resilience and deliver measurable environmental and social impact.
Priority Focus Areas
The programme prioritises projects focused on:
• Nature-based climate adaptation solutions
• Mangrove restoration and ecosystem rehabilitation
• Drought-resistant and climate-smart agriculture
• Climate-resilient infrastructure
• Community resilience initiatives
• Environmental sustainability and adaptation measures
What Can Be Funded?
Funding may support:
• Working capital and project implementation
• Pilot deployments and demonstration projects
• Technical assistance and capacity building
• Climate and ESG-aligned investments
• Market research and feasibility studies
• Equipment and technology procurement
• Monitoring, evaluation and learning activities
Expected Project Outcomes
Projects should contribute towards one or more of the following outcomes:
• Increased climate resilience of vulnerable communities
• Improved adaptation to climate-related risks
• Protection and restoration of natural ecosystems
• Enhanced food security through climate-smart agriculture
• Strengthened infrastructure resilience
• Improved environmental sustainability and ecosystem health
Application Process
Applications are submitted through an online application platform.
Applicants will be required to provide:
• Organisation information
• Project title and project description
• Funding request amount
• Geographic area of implementation
• Expected project outcomes and impact indicators
Application Timeline
Application Deadline: 30 September 2026
Decision Timeline: Approximately 4–6 weeks following submission
Additional Information
• No application fees apply
• Applications can typically be completed in approximately 15 minutes
• Initial screening is generally completed within 30 days
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