SCILLS Grant Program
Forecasted
SCILLS Grant Program supports organizations serving unserved and underserved communities with projects combining connectivity, digital skills, and online safety to advance economic inclusion or education.
Funder: Internet Society Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to USD $300,000 for 30-month projects
Summary: Supports meaningful connectivity and online safety for unserved and underserved communities to advance economic inclusion and educational opportunities.
Key Information: Only organizations invited by an Internet Society Foundation staff member may apply.
Description
The Internet Society Foundation’s Strengthening Communities/Improving Lives and Livelihoods (SCILLS) program supports communities in using the Internet safely, confidently, and productively. It funds locally grounded projects that combine connectivity, digital skills, online safety, and community leadership, recognizing that infrastructure alone does not create lasting impact. The program focuses on Bangladesh, Brazil, Colombia, Ghana, Indonesia, and Senegal.
Projects address one of two themes: economic inclusion or educational opportunities. Economic inclusion projects may support entrepreneurs, job-relevant digital skills, market access, and sustainable income. Education projects may improve access to high-quality learning, strengthen teaching practices, or support safe Internet use in schools and community settings. All projects must develop online safety knowledge and skills. The long-term goal is inclusive digital transformation aligned with the Internet Society’s mission and 2030 strategic goals.
