Apply for funding – Introduction
The Rapid Response Facility provides funding to address unforeseen emergencies in natural World Heritage sites (or occasionally sites with other international recognition for biodiversity).
Find out if your project might be eligible for funding
Our rapid self-assessment provides guidance on whether your project might be appropriate for RRF support. For further guidance, please contact the RRF Secretariat.
Before you start your application
Before you begin the application process, please ensure you have the following prepared:
1. Organisation contact details
Ensure you have the accurate and up-to-date contact information for your organisation, including the organisation's official name, physical address, phone number, email address, and website details.
2. Project details
Provide key details about your project, such as:
- Project Duration,
- Requested Funding.
3. Project objectives
Define the goals of your project in a clear and concise manner. This should include the primary outcomes you intend to achieve and how they align with the objectives of the funding program.
4. Expected project impact on other stakeholders
Describe the anticipated impact of the project on various stakeholders, including:
- Local Communities,
- Private Landowners,
- Businesses/Industry,
- Government Departments,
- Gender Considerations,
- Other Relevant Stakeholders.
5. Detailed budget plan
Prepare a comprehensive and transparent budget plan that includes:
- Itemised costs: Break down all expenses associated with the project, such as staffing, equipment, and administrative costs.
- Funding allocation: Specify how the requested funds will be allocated and the justification for each budget item. Please maximise budget allocation to activities on the ground
- Matching funds or co-funding: If applicable, detail any matching funds or co-funding sources that you or your organisation will contribute to the project.
6. Applicant's Bank Details
Ensure you have the necessary bank details for your organisation to receive funds, should your application be successful. This typically includes:
- Bank account number and routing number or IBAN
- Bank name and address
- SWIFT/BIC code (for international transfers)
- Account type (e.g., checking, savings)
7. Endorsement letter from the site management authority
If the applicant organisation is not the official site management authority of the proposed site you must attach an endorsement letter from the site management authority approving the project.
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Applications to the RRF must meet each of our criteria in order to qualify for funding. Please carefully read all the information available.
