Ease of Employment, Livelihood, and Formality Fund
This grant funds projects that advance formal market participation, employment, and regulatory reform to improve economic opportunities and living standards globally.
Funder: Atlas Network
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 | February 1, 2027 | June 1, 2027
Funding Amounts: Typical request: ~$35,000 per project; other amounts considered.
Summary: Supports projects that expand formal market participation, increase employment, and simplify regulatory environments for work globally.
Key Information: Open to Atlas Network partners only; max two applications per cycle per organization.
Description
The Ease of Employment, Livelihood, and Formality Fund provides financial support to Atlas Network partners worldwide for ambitious projects aimed at increasing formal market participation, expanding employment opportunities, and reducing regulatory barriers to work. The fund seeks to advance economic growth, productivity, and improved living standards, particularly for populations living in or near poverty. Projects may focus on policy advocacy, public campaigns, or groundwork for long-term reform, especially those that broaden access to the formal sector or demonstrate measurable impact on employment and business registration.
