The Regional Fund for Triangular Cooperation with partners from Latin America and the Caribbean has issued a call for project proposals.

The Fund supports joint projects typically involving a facilitator (Germany), a pivotal partner, and a beneficiary partner. There are no thematic or sectoral restrictions for project proposals. The aim is to strengthen exchanges within the Latin American and Caribbean region and to promote alliances and joint projects with partners from other regions.

Funding Amount per Project:

The specific funding amount per project is not explicitly stated. Please contact the Regional Fund team for detailed financial information.

Submission Deadlines:

The Fund operates two annual calls for project proposals, with submission deadlines on April 30 and October 31. For the current round, proposals can be submitted until 30 April 2025.

Submission Conditions:

1. Project Design and Preparation: Potential partners jointly develop project proposals according to the Fund's criteria and using the designated form. GIZ agencies and the respective cooperation agencies/institutions of the partner countries must be informed in advance and involved in the proposal preparation process. Letters of endorsement from governmental cooperation agencies/institutions must accompany the project proposal. The proposal should be sent in advance (4-6 weeks before the deadline) to the Regional Fund team for review.
2. Submission of the Proposal: The project proposal and the corresponding letters of endorsement must be officially submitted to the German embassy in one or both partner countries by the deadline. Direct submissions cannot be considered.

Eligible Types of Businesses:

The Fund focuses on promoting Triangular Cooperation with a multi-actor approach, including governmental institutions, the private sector, civil society, academia, and multilateral partners. It is advisable to consult directly with the Regional Fund team for clarification.

Eligible Countries:

At least one partner must be from the Latin America and Caribbean region. The Fund also supports projects with partners from other regions, including interregional projects involving partners from Latin America with countries from Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.