FoSL - Project Funds Application Form

Application periods will close on April 30 and October 31.

I. Purpose:

The Friends of Sierra Leone (FOSL) Project Committee supports non-governmental organizations providing services that directly benefit the people of Sierra Leone. The maximum grant amount is $3,000 although smaller requests are encouraged.

Applications are accepted year-round, although the Projects Committee and the FOSL Board reviews and acts upon applications on a semi-annual basis. To be considered, applicants must complete the FOSL Projects application form accompanied by a detailed proposal addressing the areas listed in these directions and a line item budget.

II. Funding Guidelines:

• The project must be in Sierra Leone
• The committee tries to select projects from all regions of the country, as funds permit
• The organization should be a registered NGO or community-based group
• The project should demonstrate sustainability once it is funded
• The project should benefit a large group or community

Applications for FOSL funding must include all requested information. Failure to include information may disqualify the proposal from consideration. Incomplete applications may be returned for additional clarification at the discretion of the Projects Committee or FOSL's elected board of directors.

FOSL will not fund:

• Political advocacy, litigation activities, political campaigns, attempts to influence legislation in Sierra Leone, or visa or other immigration requests aimed at individuals.
• Debit relief for any organization.