Announcing $4.5 Million in Funding to Support Research on the Future of the Internet 

2 April 2024
A group of staff discuss their project around a table in front of a glass wall

We are proud to announce the opening of our 2024 application cycle for the Research Grant Program. This program offers grants of up to US$500,000 to support researchers worldwide examining the future and sustainability of the Internet. We encourage independent researchers, non-profit organizations, and public research institutions worldwide to submit proposals that explore the following…

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New round of funding awarded to promote Internet resiliency in disaster response  

30 January 2024
A city impacted by a natural disaster

We are pleased to announce a new round of grant funding to six projects in three countries to promote Internet infrastructure and network resiliency through our Resiliency Grant Program.  Established in 2021, this program supports communities to ensure readiness, maintain and repair Internet infrastructure, and maintain or re-establish connectivity when faced with unexpected events such…

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The Internet Society Foundation awards $5 million to support digital inclusion in six countries 

26 September 2023
Two people from Tiempo del Juego stand in front of a graffiti covered wall

The Internet Society Foundation is delighted to announce grant funding to 20 projects in six countries to promote digital inclusion through the Strengthening Communities, Improving Lives and Livelihoods (SCILLS) program. Established in 2020, the SCILLS program aims to support economic growth and educational opportunities by empowering individuals and communities to leverage the Internet for educational…

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Announcing new round of funding to support Internet resiliency 

20 July 2023
Two men work on a communications antenna in front of a blue sky and hills in the background

We are excited to announce a third round of grant funding through our Resiliency program, which aims to help communities enhance preparedness and build Internet resiliency when faced with adverse events.  These grants will support projects that increase network resiliency in communities prone to natural and climate-related disasters, ensuring these communities are better able to…

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Announcing new round of innovation grants to address Internet connectivity gap

6 July 2023
Man sits at computer screens in an office in India

We are excited to announce a new round of grant funding to advance Internet access and connectivity around the world through our BOLT program. In its third year, the BOLT grant program aims to support teams of creatives, technologists, and researchers to develop innovative solutions to Internet connectivity, particularly among communities where current technologies are unavailable…

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How to write a grant proposal

8 May 2023
How to write better grant ptoposals

Securing grant funding through our programs can be an excellent way to support your organization’s mission and goals. However, the grant application process can be highly competitive and challenging. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to improve your chances of success significantly. This article highlights practical tips and strategies to help you avoid the…

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Announcing new round of digital inclusion grants through SCILLS program

30 April 2023
Photo of man and woman standing in front of a mural

We are thrilled to announce a new round of grant funding to support digital inclusion through our SCILLS program. In its fourth year, the Strengthening Communities, Improving Lives and Livelihoods (SCILLS) program aims to promote economic inclusion and increase educational opportunities by supporting individuals and communities to more knowledgeably and skillfully use the Internet. Currently operating in…

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New round of funding available to support research on the future of the Internet 

12 April 2023
A team farm in India

The Internet Society Foundation has launched its first application round in 2023 for grant funding to support researchers around the world in examining the future and sustainability of the Internet. Now in its fourth year, the Research grant program supports global research collaborations that advance understanding of the Internet and its value for all. This program is open to…

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Opening 1 May: USD $5 million in grant funding to support digital transformation

3 April 2023
Blanca Cecilia-Martinez, Scill grantee from Colnodo Fundacion Capital, Colombia

If your organization is working to promote digital skills in education and income-generating opportunities, an exciting funding opportunity is opening on 1 May 2023. Officially launched in 2019, the Internet Society Foundation was established to fund initiatives that strengthen the Internet so that it can effectively serve all people. The Foundation’s work supports the vision of an…

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