DIGITAL INCLUSION FUND 2026
Expanding Digital Payments, Broadband Access and Inclusive Financial Services
Funding Amount: USD $150,000 – $3,000,000
Application Deadline: 15 September 2026
Region: Global
Status: Open
About the Fund
The Digital Inclusion Fund supports companies developing and scaling solutions that bridge the digital divide through inclusive financial services, digital payments, connectivity infrastructure and broadband access initiatives.
The programme provides growth capital to businesses working to improve access to digital technologies and financial services, particularly for underserved and unbanked populations. The fund aims to accelerate digital inclusion, expand economic participation, and strengthen access to essential digital services across emerging and developing markets.
Funding Available
Successful applicants may receive funding ranging from USD $150,000 to USD $3,000,000.
Who Can Apply?
The fund is open to:
• Technology companies
• FinTech companies
• Digital financial service providers
• Connectivity and broadband solution providers
• Digital infrastructure companies
• Businesses with a clear digital inclusion strategy
• Companies that have been operational for at least one year
Eligible applicants should demonstrate how their solutions improve access to digital services, financial inclusion, connectivity, or technology adoption among underserved communities.
What Can Be Funded?
Funding may be used for:
• Working capital and business growth activities
• Pilot deployments and technology implementation
• Technical assistance and capacity-building programmes
• Climate and ESG-aligned investments
• Market research and feasibility studies
• Equipment acquisition and technology procurement
• Monitoring, evaluation and learning activities
Priority Areas
The fund is particularly interested in projects that support:
• Digital payments and financial inclusion
• Broadband and connectivity expansion
• Access to financial services for unbanked populations
• Digital infrastructure development
• Technology-enabled inclusion solutions
• Innovative FinTech applications
Programme Benefits
In addition to funding, applicants benefit from:
• Access to growth capital
• Structured application and review process
• Global funding opportunity
• Support for scaling digital inclusion initiatives
• Opportunity to expand impact across underserved communities
Application Process
Applications are submitted through an online application platform.
Applicants will be required to provide:
• Organisation information
• Project details
• Funding request amount
• Description of the problem being addressed
• Expected outcomes and impact metrics
Application Timeline
Application Deadline: 15 September 2026
Decision Timeline: Approximately 4–6 weeks after submission
Additional Information
• No application fees apply
• Applications can be completed in approximately 15 minutes
• Initial screening is typically completed within 30 days
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