Akvo Foundation Grant

Summary:

The Akvo Foundation is a leading organization that helps governments and NGOs use data and technology to improve their development work. For over a decade, Akvo has provided tools and services to collect, analyze, and share data for various sectors such as water, sanitation, health, and agriculture. By enabling data-driven decision-making, Akvo aims to increase the impact and efficiency of development programs. and:

• Akvo works in 70 countries and partners with development organizations, governments, and private sector actors. Its solutions cover domains such as water quality, citizen science, monitoring and evaluation, and data visualization.
• The foundation seeks to empower local actors and foster collaboration among stakeholders.
• Akvo’s data collection tools reach over 3 million people and 25,000 water points.
• Akvo’s solutions are adaptable to different contexts, including remote and low-resource settings.

Benefits:

• Akvo’s solutions address key challenges such as water security, sanitation and hygiene, climate change, food security, and health.
• The foundation helps improve service delivery, resource management, and accountability.
• It supports participatory and inclusive approaches to data collection and use.
• Akvo’s solutions enhance data quality, reliability, and accessibility.

Type:

• Akvo’s grants are flexible, combining both financial and technical support.
• Grants for data and technology projects range from €10,000 to €100,000, depending on the scope and duration of the project.
• Grants for research and innovation projects are awarded through competitive calls for proposals.

Award and Location:

• Akvo receives grant funding from various sources, such as development agencies, foundations, and corporations.
• The foundation also generates income from its services and products, such as Akvo Flow, Akvo Caddisfly, and Akvo Lumen.
• Akvo has offices in 12 countries across Europe, Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

Deadline:

Specific deadlines for Akvo grants may vary based on the project or call for proposals. Interested applicants should refer to the Akvo website for the latest information.

For more details and how to apply, you can visit the Akvo Foundation website.