Grant Assistance for Grassroots Projects (GGP)

2026/8/10

1. What is GGP?

The Grant Assistance for Grassroots Projects (GGP) is a small-scale assistance program provided by the Government of Japan, established to support NGOs and local government authorities in developing countries. GGP addresses a wide range of development needs with the goal of directly benefiting local communities and promoting economic and social development through prompt and effective assistance.

• GGP Brochure (English)

2. GGP in Palau

Since 1999, the Embassy of Japan in the Republic of Palau has been actively supporting diverse initiatives through GGP. As of March 2025, 105 projects have been funded and implemented in Palau through this program, focusing primarily on education, health and public welfare.

GGP funding has supported schools, hospitals, state governments, and other non-profit organizations dedicated to these fields.

• GGP Interactive Map

Reference: List of Grant Assistance for Grassroot Projects in Palau (1999-2026)

3. Project Duration/Grant Amount

GGP is expected to be completed within one year from the date of signing the Grant Agreement. In principle, the maximum grant amount is JPY 25 million (approximately USD 160K) per project.

Note:
The grant must be used within the project’s intended scopes of work.
Any unused funds remaining after the completion of the project must be returned to the Embassy of Japan.

4. Eligible Recipients

・The GGP program supports non-profit organizations (NGOs, state governments, educational institutions etc.) involved in community-based development projects, that address local needs with active participation from community members.

Requirements:
・Registered non-profit in Palau that have been operational for more than two years (Individuals and for-profit organizations are not eligible).
・Ability to sustainably manage project outputs after completion

Note:
Central government agencies are generally not eligible.
Exceptions may apply in emergency situations or when no other organization is able to implement the project.

How to Apply

Please carefully read the guidelines and submit the application form and required documents to the email address listed in Section 7 below.

Pre-application consultations are also available upon request.

• Guidelines
• Application Form

Contact

Tel：　(＋680) 488 –6455
Email： jpembassy.palau＠kx.mofa.go.jp