FCRA PROJECT
FCRA PROJECT: KEEPERS OF THE EARTH FUND
Deadline: 31.12.2014
First Peoples Worldwide operates a small-grants program called the
Keepers of the Earth Fund. The fund supports strategies that address culturally
appropriate Indigenous development, including land use and conservation,
traditional decision-making, climate change, food security, and other issue
areas.
First Peoples recently surpassed the milestone of awarding $1 million in
grants directly to Indigenous projects, programs, and communities. In the past
five years, we have leveraged over $15 million for our communities.
Grant amounts range between US$250 and $20,000 project timeframes are
between six and 12 months. First-time awards generally range between US$2,500
to $5,000. The program has been tailored to meet the needs of Indigenous
communities; as a result, Indigenous groups can submit applications in either
written or video form.
