SMUG’s appeal at the Uganda’s Supreme Court is a milestone in the advocacy of LGBTQ Rights in Uganda.
Advancing LGBTQ+ rights and inclusion through targeted funding for advocacy and community support programs.
Award Amount
UGX 5,000,000
Application Deadline
Oct 4, 2025
(89 days left)
Status
Open
About This Grant
Dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ individuals and organizations working to advance equality, inclusion, and human rights. This grant funds projects that promote LGBTQ+ visibility, provide essential services, conduct advocacy work, and create safer spaces for sexual and gender minorities.
Eligibility Criteria
• Must be a registered organization or individual working in Uganda
• Demonstrated commitment to human rights and social justice
• Previous experience in community work or advocacy
• Clear project proposal with measurable outcomes
• Experience working with LGBTQ+ communities
• Understanding of LGBTQ+ issues and challenges
• Commitment to inclusive and non-discriminatory practices
• Background in journalism, media, or communications
• Understanding of media ethics and professional standards
• Portfolio of media work or publications
• Artistic background or creative experience
• Portfolio of artistic work
• Willingness to use art for social impact
• Valid organizational registration documents
• Audited financial statements for the past 2 years
• Board resolution supporting the grant application
• Demonstrated commitment to human rights and social justice
• Previous experience in community work or advocacy
• Clear project proposal with measurable outcomes
• Experience working with LGBTQ+ communities
• Understanding of LGBTQ+ issues and challenges
• Commitment to inclusive and non-discriminatory practices
• Background in journalism, media, or communications
• Understanding of media ethics and professional standards
• Portfolio of media work or publications
• Artistic background or creative experience
• Portfolio of artistic work
• Willingness to use art for social impact
• Valid organizational registration documents
• Audited financial statements for the past 2 years
• Board resolution supporting the grant application
Application Requirements
• Completed application form with all required fields
• Detailed project proposal (maximum 5 pages)
• Project budget breakdown
• Project timeline and implementation plan
• CV/Resume of project lead or key personnel
• Two professional references
• Organizational registration certificate
• Audited financial statements (last 2 years)
• Board resolution approving grant application
• Organizational profile and track record
• Community needs assessment
• Letters of support from community leaders
• Evidence of community consultation
• Signed terms and conditions agreement
• Bank account details for fund transfer
• Detailed project proposal (maximum 5 pages)
• Project budget breakdown
• Project timeline and implementation plan
• CV/Resume of project lead or key personnel
• Two professional references
• Organizational registration certificate
• Audited financial statements (last 2 years)
• Board resolution approving grant application
• Organizational profile and track record
• Community needs assessment
• Letters of support from community leaders
• Evidence of community consultation
• Signed terms and conditions agreement
• Bank account details for fund transfer
- Support for emerging artists
- Professional development opportunities
- Mentorship and guidance
- Exhibition opportunities
- Networking with art community
- Access to resources and facilities
- Project funding support
This grant opportunity is designed to support talented visual artists across East Africa in developing their careers and creating impactful art projects. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and artistic disciplines.