Convergence Blended Finance is currently being accepted for the Indo-Pacific NGO Blended Finance Accelerator 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About Convergence Blended Finance - Indo-Pacific NGO Blended Finance Accelerator
The Indo-Pacific NGO Blended Finance Accelerator is a five-year, AUD 10 million initiative launched by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) in partnership with Convergence Blended Finance. The Accelerator supports NGOs to design and scale blended finance solutions that unlock private capital for climate action and gender equality in the Indo-Pacific.
Benefits of Convergence Blended Finance - Indo-Pacific NGO Blended Finance Accelerator
- Catalytic grant funding up to AUD 300,000 for Stage 1 (Scoping/Feasibility) and up to AUD 840,000 for Stage 2/3 (Proof-of-Concept/Pilot and Scale-up/Expansion)
- Access to trainings, curated data and analytics, and peer-learning opportunities
- Opportunities to connect with Convergence’s network of investors and ecosystem partners
- Ongoing technical feedback and guidance to refine investment models and strategies
- Support in navigating the unique requirements of investors active in the Indo-Pacific region
Convergence Blended Finance - Indo-Pacific NGO Blended Finance Accelerator Requirements
- Proposals must articulate a clear need for grant support for the design, proof of concept, pilot, scale-up or expansion of an innovative blended finance vehicle.
- Applications must be from NGOs applying independently or together with consortium partners.
- NGOs must have a material role in the design and implementation of the financial instrument such as fund manager, investment pipeline origination, technical assistance provider, or any other substantive role.
- The NGO should have evidence of support from their Board and/or internal management to participate in a blended finance structure prior to being eligible to receive funding.
- The blended finance vehicle must target one or more countries in the Indo-Pacific region that are eligible to receive Official Development Assistance and are aligned with DFAT’s list of target countries.
- Blended finance vehicles must focus on either or both of the following impact themes: Climate Action and Gender Equality.
Application Date and Process
- Submit a concept note by July 20, 2026.
- Refer to the evaluation criteria document for further details on the evaluation criteria.
- Join a virtual information session on June 15, 2026 for more guidance.
Application Deadline
20 July, 2026
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