Harmony in Diversity Fund 2026: Up to $200,000 Grants for Community Organizations in Southeast Asia

Applications are now open for the Harmony in Diversity Fund 2026, a multi-year grant initiative designed to support community-based organisations working to promote social cohesion and harmony across Southeast Asia.

The fund is led by AVPN in partnership with the Temasek Foundation, Silent Foundation, and Nagulendran Philanthropy Alliance.

About the Fund

The Harmony in Diversity Fund aims to strengthen inclusive and peaceful societies by supporting organisations that foster understanding, collaboration, and unity across diverse communities.

This initiative focuses on empowering grassroots and community-driven solutions that address social fragmentation and promote long-term harmony.

Funding Details

Selected organisations can apply for grants ranging from:

$50,000 to $200,000

The funding will support projects over an approximate 2-year period, running through September 2028, allowing organisations to implement and scale impactful initiatives.

Priority Areas

Applicants should be working on innovative or scalable solutions in one or more of the following areas:

Promoting intercultural understanding
Strengthening collaboration across diverse communities
Building community capacity for harmony initiatives
Developing creative and innovative approaches to social cohesion

What You’ll Gain

Beyond funding, this programme offers:

Financial support to scale impactful projects
Recognition and visibility within a regional network
Opportunities to strengthen long-term community impact
Support for innovative and collaborative initiatives

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify, organisations must:

Be legally registered non-profits or social enterprises
Provide at least two years of audited financial reports
Be implementing projects within Southeast Asia

Who Is Not Eligible

The fund does not support:

Religious organisations
Politically affiliated organisations
Organisations on US/EU sanctions lists or blacklisted by international agencies

Important Dates

Application Window: March 16 – April 24, 2026
Review Period: May – July 2026
Grantee Announcement: August 2026

Information Sessions

Applicants can attend virtual info sessions on:

March 25, 2026 (1:00–2:00 PM SGT)
April 8, 2026 (1:00–2:00 PM SGT)

How to Apply

Apply here.

For more Grant opportunities, Visit OFY here.