Background

The Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (GEF SGP), implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), provides technical and financial assistance to Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) in developing countries to address global environmental issues while improving community livelihoods. The objective of this call for proposals is to support community-driven initiatives in Timor-Leste that address environmental challenges while promoting sustainable development and social inclusion.   

Thematic Areas

• Community-based conservation of threatened ecosystems and species – Community-led initiatives for biodiversity protection and ecosystem restoration. 

• Sustainable agriculture and fisheries, and food security – Promotion of sustainable agricultural practices, fisheries, and forestry management. 

• Low-carbon energy access co-benefits – Promotion of renewable energy and other clean energy solutions. 

• Local to global coalitions for chemicals and waste management – Safe management of hazardous waste, promotion of environmentally friendly alternatives, and sustainable practices. 

Funding: Up to USD 20,000 for NGOs and USD 10,000 for CBOs.  

Implementation Period: December 2025 – December 2026 (12 months).

Eligibility: Registered NGOs and CBOs. 

Geographic Areas: Ainaro, Bobonaro, Covalima, Dili, Lautem, Liquica, Manatuto and Manufahi.

Proposal Submission Requirements

Interested organizations must submit the following documents: 

• Completed proposal form

• Copy of legal registration certificate

• Organizational profile (including mission, structure, and key activities)

• Summary of relevant past projects (with evidence of impact)

• Financial Statement or Audit Account (last two years) 

• Letter of support from local authorities or community leaders (if applicable)

Proposal Submission Deadline: 12 December 2025.

Submission Method: Email to smallgrants.tl@undp.org, with copy to joao.dorosariopereira@undp.org with the subject (Submission of Proposal GEF OP8 SGP - Name of Organization (NGO/CBOs)).