Joining UPF starts with an open selection process — organisations submit an expression of interest.
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Pre-filtering
Initial application screening based on transparent eligibility criteria.
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Assessment
A deeper review of the organisations that passed pre-filtering.
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Due diligence
Required for potential candidates who have not yet undergone due diligence.
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Final selection
Preparing a list of organisations to be admitted as UPF members.
The expression of interest form is currently closed. It may reopen for a new intake later — watch for updates on the foundation’s social media channels.
Member network
Member organisations
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projects
of UPF member organizations
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Financing mechanism
Four instruments of support
Each mechanism answers a different type of need — from immediate response to emergencies to long-term organisational development.
Up to $10,000
Emergency response mechanism
Disbursed within 48 hours of an emergency
Project duration: up to 30 days
$10,000 – $20,000
Regular response
Early recovery grants
Monthly calls (14-day application window)
Project duration: up to 12 months
Up to $50,000
Regional and thematic funds*
Quarterly calls
For tier 4 organisations that re-grant to smaller organisations themselves
* not available yet
Up to $20,000
Capacity development programme
Continuous support for raising the level of organisational development
* For UPF member organisations only. An organisation can run one project at a time, except for rapid response grants.
