The Internet Society Foundation’s Beyond the Net Small Grant Program offers funding to support Internet Society Chapters in implementing short-term projects. These projects aim to enhance learning and engagement opportunities while strengthening chapters’ relationships and presence in their communities. The program promotes an open, globally-connected, secure, and trustworthy Internet that positively impacts humanity.

Focus Areas:

• Small, short-term projects include events, workshops, trainings, webinars, research initiatives, and pilot ideas.
• Activities promoting an open, secure, and trustworthy Internet with a positive impact on humanity.
• Addressing specific Internet needs within communities.

Key Details and Dates

• Application Deadline: October 10, 2024
• Funding Type: Small Grant
• Organizer: Internet Society Foundation
• Eligible Countries: All
• Eligible Gender: All genders
• Target Group: Internet Society Chapters
• Focus Area: Internet development, community engagement, innovation
• Duration: 1-9 months
• Program Language: English
• Host Country: Virtual (Global)

Benefits and Financial Aids

The following are the program benefits:

• Grants of up to USD 5,000
• Funding for events, workshops, training, webinars, research initiatives, and pilot projects
• Compensation for chapter members or external contractors
• Encouragement to recruit experts from within the chapter member communities

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Applicants must be an Internet Society Chapter in good standing
• Have an official bank account in the chapter’s name
• Not undergoing a rejuvenation process
• Submitted all required reports for previous Foundation-funded projects
• Can manage up to three active Beyond the Net grants simultaneously

Beyond the Net Small grants are available to Internet Society Chapters that:

• Are in good standing or pre-rejuvenation.
• Have an official bank account in their name.
• Are not undergoing rejuvenation.
• Have submitted all required reports for past Foundation-funded projects.
• Can manage up to three active Beyond the Net grants (two Small and one Large) at a time.

Project Design Parameters:

• Submit applications 8-10 weeks before the proposed project start date.
• Proposals must have a clear focus and cohesive objectives.
• Projects must be completed within 1-9 months.
• Funds may be used to compensate chapter members or external contractors, with personnel expenses not exceeding 20% of the total grant amount.
• Include names and qualifications of paid staff in applications and budgets.
• Show current currency exchange rates in budgets.

Required Documents

Applicants must submit the following criteria:

• Completed application form
• Budget and work plan template
• Names and qualifications of paid staff
• Currency exchange rates in budgets (if applicable)
• Objective Writing Guidance
• 3-Tab Budget Report Template for all grant reports

Selection Criteria

Following are the application selection criteria and details:

• Applications reviewed based on alignment with Beyond the Net program objectives
• Projects evaluated on clarity, realism, and demonstrated need
• Consideration of the chapter’s ability to develop or strengthen local relationships and partnerships
• Assessment of clear objectives and relevant Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis and evaluated quarterly

How to Apply?

Submit applications online via Fluxx, the Foundation’s Grants Management System, at Fluxx. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and reviewed quarterly.

Apply Now

If you need further assistance or have questions about the application process, email [email protected]. The official website has further details.

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