amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research Invites Proposals for MSM Initiative Community Awards in the Caribbean
amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research has announced new funding for innovative projects that address HIV/AIDS among gay men, other men who have sex with men, and transgender individuals in the Caribbean. Grassroots organizations led by or closely linked to MSM/LGBT communities in low- and middle-income countries in the Caribbean are encouraged to submit relevant proposals. Funds for this round of awards are made available through the support of the Elton John AIDS Foundation.
Priority will be given to advocacy and communication-based projects on MSM/TG issues; capacity-building and/or leadership development projects for MSM/TG; and structural interventions that address factors such as poverty, educational attainment, human rights, and access to health care. Priority will be given to proposals that reflect innovative approaches, helping to create a set of evidence-based models of interventions and research findings to reduce the spread and impact of HIV/AIDS among gay men, other MSM, and/or transgender individuals.
To be eligible, applicants must be community-based nonprofit organizations located in low- and middle-income countries in the Caribbean. Applicant organizations must be comprised of MSM or LGBT community members and/or have established links to MSM/LGBT communities and experience directly involving members of those communities in the development and implementation of programs and activities.
Each eligible organization may apply for an award of up to $20,000 to support project-related costs for up to twelve months. Proposals for general operating support will not be considered.
Approximately $120,000 is available for this round of awards; amfAR anticipates funding from six to eight proposals
Visit the amfAR Web site for the complete Request for Proposals (in English, Spanish, and French), list of eligible countries, and the application form.
