Overview

The Olympic Refuge Foundation (ORF), through the Sport for Refugees Coalition (SfRC), has launched a funding call to support innovative sport-based initiatives addressing displacement and refugee inclusion. The grant promotes collaboration, innovation, and meaningful refugee participation.

Funding

Up to USD 50,000 per project to support pilot and collaborative initiatives.

Objectives

Support refugee inclusion through sport; foster cross-sector collaboration; encourage innovative and scalable solutions; ensure meaningful refugee participation.

Thematic Priorities

• Gender Diversity and Inclusion through Sport
• Sport for Climate-Affected Communities

Geographic Focus

Priority regions include Latin America and Africa (Horn of Africa, Sahel, Great Lakes).

Eligibility

Applicants must be Sport for Refugees Coalition members working in partnership with at least one other organisation. Projects must demonstrate meaningful refugee participation and be led by a legally registered entity.

Key Dates

Application deadline: 5 July 2026.

Type of Support

Financial grant, partnership opportunities, and support for innovative pilots.