OFID's key aim is to foster social and economic progress in the developing world through the provision of concessional financing for developing countries. However, OFID's work goes beyond simply dispensing aid; one of its central aims has always been to advance ‘South-South’ solidarity in every way available to it. It does this by promoting cooperation in many spheres among countries of the developing world. It also does what it can to champion the cause of the developing world in the international arena.

GRANT PROGRAM

Through its grant window, OFID channels much-needed resources into a wide variety of schemes and activities for which loan assistance is not an option. OFID grants include technical assistance for deserving social causes, funding for research and studies, and emergency relief following natural or man-made calamities. In addition to its regular grant program, OFID operates three special accounts: HIV/AIDS, Palestine and Food Aid. OFID has also contributed to the resources of other organizations whose work benefits developing countries.

There are several grants programs:

Technical Assistance Grant Operations

Research and Similar Intellectual Activities

Emergency Aid Operations

Special Grant Account for HIV/AIDS Operations

Special Grant Account for Palestine

Special Food Aid Account

Those eligible are international, national, regional and non-governmental organizations that supply proof of their financial and legal status. Please be advised that individuals, private entities and OFID Member States are not eligible to apply for assistance.

For application form and procedures please visit:

http://www.opecfund.org/projects_operations/grant_operations_application...