🇩🇪 Germany's Leading Development Finance Institution

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Meridian Development Fund provides grant financing for transformative projects in renewable energy, sustainable infrastructure, clean water, healthcare and economic development — locally and globally.

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2026 Development Grant Window
€250M
Available across 6 priority sectors
🌱 Energy 💧 Water 🌾 Agriculture 🏥 Health
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Fast-Track Review
10–15 business days
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Global Reach
135+ partner countries
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Multi-Currency
EUR, USD, GBP & more
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Secure Portal
Bank-grade security
Official Partners
Funding Areas

Our Grant Programs

We fund transformative projects across six priority sectors — from renewable energy to healthcare infrastructure.

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Renewable Energy & Climate
Funding solar, wind, hydro and biogas projects. Supporting the transition to clean energy and reducing carbon emissions in developing economies.
Up to €500,000
Open
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Clean Water & Sanitation
Supporting water purification, safe sanitation infrastructure, and community water access projects in underserved regions.
Up to €300,000
Open
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Agriculture & Food Security
Strengthening agricultural value chains, supporting smallholder farmers, and promoting sustainable food production systems.
Up to €250,000
Open
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Healthcare & Wellbeing
Improving health outcomes through clinic infrastructure, medical equipment, and community health programme development.
Up to €400,000
Open
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Infrastructure Development
Roads, bridges, affordable housing and public transport projects that connect communities and boost economic activity.
Up to €500,000
Open
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Education & Skills Training
Building schools, vocational centres, and e-learning platforms to equip communities with skills for the modern economy.
Up to €200,000
Open
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Our Impact

Decades of Transformative Funding

Since 1948, Meridian has been at the forefront of development finance, channelling capital into the world's most impactful projects.

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Total Financing Committed Since Founding
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Partner Countries Worldwide
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Projects Financed Globally
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Beneficiaries Reached in 2024
Application Process

How to Apply for a Grant

A transparent, straightforward process from registration to fund disbursement.

1
Create Account
Register on the portal with your email. Verify your identity via OTP and complete your organisation profile.
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Submit Application
Download the official form, complete it, then upload your documents — registration certificate, ID, company profile and more.
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Review & Approval
Our grants team reviews your submission within 10–15 business days. Approved applicants receive a unique grant reference number.
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Receive Funds
Undergo compliance checks, then withdraw your grant funds in your preferred currency via SWIFT to your bank.
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Quick Check

Am I Eligible?

Use our quick eligibility checker to see if your organisation and project may qualify for MDF grant funding. This is not a formal assessment.

  • ✓ Legally registered organisations (NGOs, companies, cooperatives, public institutions)
  • ✓ Projects in Meridian priority sectors with measurable development impact
  • ✓ Strong governance and financial accountability.
  • ✓ Operational for at least 1 year with documented activities

Quick Eligibility Check

Answer 3 quick questions

✅ Likely Eligible!
Based on your answers, your organisation appears to meet the basic MDF grant eligibility criteria. We encourage you to apply!
⚠ Possibly Eligible
Your organisation may qualify but some requirements need attention. Review our full eligibility criteria and contact us for guidance.
❌ May Not Qualify
Based on your answers, your organisation may not meet the current grant criteria. Please contact us to explore other funding options.
News & Updates

Latest from Meridian

All News →
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Grant Announcement
Meridian Launches €250M Renewable Energy Grant Window for 2026
The new grant window targets solar and wind projects in Sub-Saharan Africa, Southeast Asia and Eastern Europe with streamlined application procedures.
15 January 2026
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Impact Report
Over 2 Million People Gained Access to Clean Water Through Meridian Projects in 2024
Meridian's annual impact report highlights significant progress in water security across 48 countries, with record grant disbursements in the MENA and SSA regions.
3 February 2026
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Partnership
Meridian Signs Strategic Partnership with African Development Bank for Joint Infrastructure Grants
The partnership will pool resources to co-finance up to €1.2 billion in infrastructure projects across 30 African countries over the next five years.
22 February 2026

Ready to Apply for a MDF Grant?

Join thousands of organisations worldwide who have transformed their communities through Meridian Development Fund grant funding.

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Application Deadline
31 December 2026
Review Period
10–15 Business Days
Support
grants@meridiandf.org