IBR releases public notices of funding opportunities (NOFO) inviting eligible organizations to apply for co-investment grants. The NOFOs provide detailed instructions and other key information on how to submit a complete application. Applicants must read the entirety of each NOFO prior to submitting a response. Incomplete concept notes or applications will not be reviewed. All concept notes or applications must be submitted online via this website. Email submissions will not be accepted. If an applicant is having trouble submitting a concept note or application, please contact IBR_grants@dai.com.

A 1:1 co-investment is when IBR and the applicant agree to equally cost-share in achieving agreed upon grant activities. Co-investment may come in the form of cash from the applicant’s own resources, or from investors, owners and shareholders, as well as commercial financing, donor or other non-commercial financing. In-kind co-investment will only be permitted if the in-kind contribution is easily verifiable, transparent, and linked to the proposed grant activities. Ongoing operating expenses that an applicant would incur without the co-investment grant will not be considered as cost-share.

All applicants who meet the full eligibility requirements stipulated in the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) may apply. USAID experience is not a requirement.

DAI will inform applicants on the status of their submission via the grants email at IBR_grants@dai.com. This can take between 60 to 90 days. Due to the large volume of applications received, IBR is not able to provide detailed feedback if your application is not accepted for award.

Value-Added-Tax (VAT) or Customs Duties will not be covered with IBR funds. These are considered ineligible costs.