Application Deadline: April 30, 2026
The Mama Cash Solidarity Fund 2026 is now open, offering flexible funding to strengthen women’s funds worldwide. This initiative is designed to support feminist organizations working at the frontline of social change and rights advocacy.
Launched to strengthen the global feminist funding ecosystem, the Solidarity Fund supports women’s funds already driving impactful work in their communities. Unlike many traditional grants, this fund emphasizes trust-based, participatory grantmaking, meaning eligible applicants can also take part in reviewing and shaping funding decisions.
With grants ranging between €30,000 and €40,000 for one year, the funding is intentionally flexible. Organizations can use it to strengthen their internal systems, improve sustainability, or respond to urgent organizational needs. This could include leadership transitions, staff wellbeing, financial resilience strategies, or even digital security upgrades.
The fund is not designed for regranting, but rather for strengthening the core capacity of women’s funds themselves. This approach ensures that organizations remain resilient, effective, and better positioned to support broader feminist movements globally.
Another important aspect is inclusivity; both established and emerging women’s funds are encouraged to apply, even if they are not part of any global network.
Eligibility
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be a women’s fund (primary role is grantmaking to support rights-based groups)
- Operate from a feminist perspective supporting women, girls, trans, or intersex rights
- Be self-led by the communities they serve
- Have autonomous decision-making power, or clear plans to become independent
- Be actively involved in both fundraising and grantmaking
- Have a mission focused on advancing human rights and social justice
Additional notes:
- Previous recipients can apply again
- Applicants do not need to belong to any specific network
- Collaborations are allowed, but only one proposal can be submitted
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Benefits
- €30,000–€40,000 funding for one year
- Flexible use of funds based on organizational priorities
- Opportunity to strengthen internal systems and long-term sustainability
- Participation in a peer-led, participatory grantmaking process
- Increased visibility within the global feminist funding ecosystem
Application
The application process is straightforward but collaborative:
- Submit an application form (or video) along with a budget
- Forms are available in multiple languages (English, Spanish, French)
- Applicants can also opt to participate in reviewing other proposals
- Peer organizations assess applications based on impact, relevance, and contribution to the movement
- Final selections are based on collective scoring and rankings
For more details, visit Mama Cash Solidarity Fund.
