Apply for Funding

Overview

The Iwamoto Europe Foundation provides grants to projects that align with its mission. Funding decisions are made by the Board following a structured evaluation process.

Funding Cycles

• 2–4 funding rounds per year (TBD, write exact dates)
• Applications reviewed and voted on by the Board (TBD, process to be written)

Eligible Applicants

• European Go federations or associations
• Non-profit organizations
• Educational institutions
• Individual project leader or informal teams, provided they demonstrate:
  • A clear and well-structured project proposal
  • Proven capacity to deliver the project
  • Appropriate accountability

Selection Criteria

Projects are evaluated on many criteria, especially:

• Alignment with the Foundation’s mission
• Sustainability and long-term value
• Clear objectives and execution plan
• Impact on youth and/or women

Application Process

Applicants will be asked to:

1. Describe the project and objectives
2. Describe your team and project management methodology
3. Provide a budget and funding request
4. Explain expected impact and evaluation metrics
5. Share organizational background