ODF is a UK-based Foundation working with partners in Peru and Papua New Guinea, as well as Chile and the Philippines.
We are a private grant-making Foundation working towards a 2030 spend-down.
Local Leadership
We value local knowledge and leadership and are committed to ongoing learning and growth. Our grant-making strategies have been shaped by communities and experts in the countries where we fund.
We believe that how we fund is just as important as what we fund. Our grants contribute to core organisational costs and offer multi-year flexible funding.
Our partnerships are based on mutual trust and respect. We work through a thorough due diligence process with new applicants, allowing grantee reporting to be light- touch.
We are spending down
We are working towards a 2030 closure
ODF was established as a spend-down foundation. We are working towards a 2030 spend-down.
We were set up to accelerate social change in the here and now. With our closure in mind, we support organisations and movements to flourish beyond the lifetime of the Foundation.
We are committed to our partners' vision for their future. In addition to funding core and program costs, we invest in tailored organisational development.
How To Apply
Our applications in Peru and Papua New Guinea are rolling and you can contact us at any time to discuss a proposal. If your work is aligned with our strategy, please get in touch by email.
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We are mindful of your resources and request that you contact us before working on an application.