LOSS AND DAMAGE YOUTH GRANT MAKING COUNCIL

2nd GRANT CYCLE

Frequently Asked Questions

● What is the Loss and Damage Youth Grantmaking Council?

○ In 2022, in collaboration, the Climate Justice Resilience Fund (CJRF) and
LDYC established the “Loss and Damage Youth Grantmaking Council”
(LDYGC), intending to offer a critical aspect on “how” to shift decision-making
power to those who are experiencing the worst impacts of climate change and
those who have traditionally been disempowered, marginalized and excluded
from engaging in the decision-making process and action to address loss and
damage. This Council is the first participatory grantmaking council designed
by the youth for the youth in an active, engaging manner to take action to
address loss and damage.

● What is the total grant amount, and how is it awarded?

○ The total grant amount for the second cycle is 275,000 USD. The following is
the allocation between Large and Medium Projects.

Item Funds Per Project No. of Grants Total

Large Grants 50,000 USD 2 100,000 USD

Medium Grant 25,000 USD 7 175,000 USD

● What are the eligibility criteria to apply?

○ The following are some basic eligibility criteria.
■ Grant recipients will be youth organizations that help communities
and the environment after they have experienced climate impacts,
based in the Global South;
■ The organization applying must be local or nationally focused;
■ The lead applicant must be the age of 35 or below;
■ The lead applicant must belong to a youth organization or
grassroots organization and must be part of the decision-making
process;
■ In case of partnership with a non-youth organisation for
implementation, all the decisions related to the grant and its
implementation must be made by youth.
■ The application should fall into “action to address L&D” from the
themes or any other.
■ The proposed action should have a strong focus on action to address
loss and damage.

● Are community-based organizations, loose coalitions, or movements allowed

for this grant?
 ○ Yes, community-based organisations and movements are more than welcome
to apply. If shortlisted, the selection will be confirmed only if the organisation
has a fiscal sponsor or can receive the funds.

● Will the application be open for all regions or countries?

○ Unfortunately, No. The grant is open to youth organisations based in the
Global South only.

● Does the applicant organisation have to be registered for a certain number of

years?
○ No. Considering we are allowing movements and unregistered organizations
to apply, no minimum number of years is prescribed for the registered youth
organisation.

● Should I accept the funds in my organisation’s account only to receive the

grant?
○ If you are a registered organisation, we expect the organisation to act by all
the prescribed laws of their country of residence and/or operation to receive
the grant themselves.
○ If you are a movement, community-based or unregistered organisation, and
you have a fiscal sponsor, they must also act in compliance with the laws of
the land. This is applicable for a registered organisation with a fiscal sponsor
as well.

● Will any former grant winner be eligible for the new grant funding?
○ Yes, a past winner can apply to subsequent grant cycles. However, the
council will evaluate the new proposal based on its merit. Past grant decisions
will not influence the decision.

● Can we propose a project to continue a project started with the previous

grant?
○ Yes. However, the council will evaluate the projects on their merit. And
whether or not it's a continuous project will not influence the decision. It
belongs to the applicant to put sufficient context and explanations.

● Are global projects eligible, or must they be region-specific??

○ Our main eligibility criteria is that work is focused on local and national
communities in the Global South. You may select a specific region for
implementation for a project with a worldwide scope but executed at local and
national levels.

● What are the thematics that will be considered for the grant?
○ 01. Recovery and Rehabilitation after extreme weather events
■ Rebuilding infrastructure destroyed by climate-related impacts;
■ Restoration of ecosystem and landscape;
■ Restoring livelihoods (restoring houses, businesses, etc.);
○ 02. Resettlement and Relocation of affected communities
 ■ Develop alternative livelihoods that are less vulnerable to climate
impacts.
■ Support for climate-induced displaced persons or those affected by
forced migrations;
○ 03. Addressing non-economic loss and damage
■ Protection of social identity and cultural heritage;
■ Restoration of Natural Habitat.
■ Implement projects that provide psychosocial support (mental health)
to communities experiencing non-economic loss and damage
○ 04. Addressing economic loss and damage
■ Insurance schemes for climate change impacts on economic sectors
such as agriculture, tourism, etc.;
■ Contingency funds

● Does oil spill count or land degradation part of loss and damage?
○ All those actions dedicated to addressing Loss and Damage, which is a
consequence of climate change, will be considered for the grant.

● Can one organization submit more than one proposal?

○ All projects will be assessed individually but we advise to the applicants to
focus on one good proposal or at least one proposal per category.

● Where can I apply?

○ We only accept applications via our google form. Link here: Grant Application
Form - (google.com)

● What is the deadline for the application?

○ March 15, 2024 11:59 GMT is the deadline for the applications.

● Will we get feedback on the applications?

○ Unfortunately, due to the council’s limited capacity, we cannot provide
individual feedback to applicants. We will only contact successful applicants.

● In what languages can the proposal be written?

○ The project proposal should be submitted in English. If the applicant wishes to
submit in any other language Spanish, French etc, a translation of the project
proposal in English must be attached.

● What should the project proposal include?

○ The project proposal must include a clear context, a description of how
communities intend to address loss and damage, a clear budget allocation,
and outlines the long-term and short-term impacts of the project
○ The project proposal must not be more than three pages.
○ The submitted project must fall into the scope of the grant which is to fund
“concrete actions to address loss and damage” excluding thus capacity
building and awareness campaigns
● Is a template available for the project proposal?
○ A template has been provided within the form as well. Link to the template
here: [Name of Organization] _Project Proposal
○ It is important that the applicants adhere to the template proposal.

● What are the list of Do’s and Dont’s for writing the project proposal?
○ Do’s
■ Understand the Grantor's Guidelines: Thoroughly read and
understand the guidelines provided by the grantor. Follow their
specific instructions and requirements.
■ Clearly Define Your Project: Clearly articulate the goals, objectives,
and expected outcomes of your project. Be specific about how the
funds will be used and the impact it will have.
■ Demonstrate Need and Significance: Clearly explain why your
project is needed and how it addresses a specific problem or issue.
Provide evidence to support the significance of your work.
■ Build a Strong Case for Support: Clearly communicate why your
project deserves funding. Use compelling language and provide data,
testimonials, or other evidence to strengthen your case.
■ Create a Realistic Budget: Develop a detailed and realistic budget
that aligns with the goals of your project. Clearly outline how the funds
will be allocated and justified.
■ Highlight Your Organization's Capacity: Showcase your
organization's track record, experience, and capabilities. Provide
evidence of your team's expertise and past successes.
■ Follow the Submission Instructions: Ensure that your proposal is
submitted on time and in the format specified by the grantor. Pay
attention to details such as font size, page limits, and required
attachments.
■ Proofread and Edit: Thoroughly proofread your proposal for
grammatical errors, clarity, and coherence. Make sure it is
well-organized and easy to read.
○ Dont’s:
■ Submit a Generic Proposal: Avoid using a one-size-fits-all approach.
Tailor each proposal to the specific requirements of the grantor.
■ Exaggerate or Misrepresent: Be truthful and accurate in presenting
your project. It can damage your credibility.
■ Ignore Evaluation Criteria: Pay attention to the evaluation criteria
outlined. Address each criterion in your proposal
■ Include Unnecessary Jargon: Use clear and straightforward
language.
■ Miss the Deadline: Submit your proposal well before the deadline.
Late submissions will not be accepted, regardless of the quality of the
proposal.
 ■ Rely Solely on Rhetoric: While persuasive writing is critical, back up
your claims with data, evidence, and concrete examples. Avoid relying
solely on rhetoric
.
● Do you have any additional resources to understand the application process
better and about the grant?
○ Link to capacity Building slides and recording?
○ Session 1 Slides
○ Session 1 Recording
○ Session 2 Slides
○ Session 2 Recording

● When can I expect the results of my application?

○ We expect to announce the results by June 2024.

If you have any additional questions, please write to us at: infoldycgrant@gmail.com