Alcoa Foundation Grant

Summary:

The Alcoa Foundation is a leading organization that supports communities where Alcoa operates by investing in programs that promote sustainability and address local needs. For more than 60 years, the foundation has funded initiatives in various fields such as science, education, environment, and health. By enabling data-driven and collaborative solutions, the foundation aims to enhance the quality of life of millions of people around the world, and:

• Alcoa Foundation works in 29 communities across 10 countries and partners with nonprofits, governments, and private sector actors. Its programs cover domains such as water quality, climate change, biodiversity, and skills development.
• The foundation seeks to empower local actors and foster innovation among stakeholders.
• Alcoa Foundation’s programs reach over 3 million people and 25,000 water points.
• Alcoa Foundation’s programs are adaptable to different contexts, including remote and low-resource settings.

Benefits:

• Alcoa Foundation’s programs 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.
• Alcoa Foundation’s programs enhance data quality, reliability, and accessibility.

Type:

• Alcoa Foundation’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:

• Alcoa Foundation 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 Alcoa Flow, Alcoa Caddisfly, and Alcoa Lumen.
• Alcoa Foundation has offices in 12 countries across Europe, Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

Deadline:

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

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