The Information Society Innovation Fund (ISIF Asia) is the flagship grants programme of the APNIC Foundation, offering competitive funding to organisations using internet‑enabled technologies to improve socio‑economic and human development outcomes across the Asia Pacific region. It supports innovative solutions that expand digital access, connectivity, infrastructure, and meaningful use of the Internet.
About the Program:
- Competitive grants to organisations for digital inclusion, infrastructure, and innovation
- Supports replicable and scalable solutions with measurable impact
- Funding across multiple tiers depending on project scope
- Encourages collaboration and regional knowledge sharing
Host Organization: APNIC Foundation
Location: Asia Pacific Region
Duration: 6–18 months (varies by project)
Program Dates: 2026 funding cycle (Call opens 23 March 2026, closes 24 April 2026)
Financial Coverage: Fully funded grant support
Deadline: 24 April 2026 (Concept notes)
Financial Benefits:
- Grants ranging up to USD 20,000 – 75,000+ depending on tier and need
- Funding for implementation, research, infrastructure, or prototype deployment
- Support for project activities, technical resources, and community engagement
Additional Benefits:
- Strengthens organisational capacity in digital development
- Networking and partnerships across Asia Pacific digital ecosystem
- Opportunity for regional and global visibility
- Contributions to sustainable and inclusive Internet access
Eligibility Criteria:
- Open only to organisations legally registered in an Asia Pacific economy
- Public, private, academic, tech, non‑profit, and social enterprise organisations can apply
- Projects must be implemented in at least one Asia Pacific economy
- Individuals are not eligible to apply
What You Can Propose:
ISIF Asia prioritises projects that:
- Expand connectivity and meaningful access to underserved communities
- Strengthen digital infrastructure (e.g., IPv6 deployment)
- Use digital technology for socio‑economic outcomes (health, education, environment)
- Showcase practical solutions with measurable impact
How to Apply:
- Visit the official ISIF Asia page to review details and eligibility.
- Prepare a concept note outlining your project idea.
- Submit your concept through the online grants portal when the Call opens.
- If selected, you’ll be invited to submit a full proposal.
- Meet all reporting and compliance requirements if funded.
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