APNIC FOUNDATION LIMITED
Tips for Applicants
The Foundation values innovative, practical solutions that combine technical expertise with community impact. Successful projects demonstrate creative problem-solving (like the balloon-based LoRaWAN for swampy terrain), strong local partnerships (such as NGO collaborations), clear technical merit, and measurable community benefits. Multi-year projects are supported, and the Foundation appears to favor projects that can scale or be replicated. Strong technical documentation and clear demonstration of Internet stability, accessibility, or security improvements are important. Projects serving disadvantaged or underserved communities, particularly in developing countries within Asia Pacific, are prioritized.
Giving Philosophy
The Foundation operates through three core pillars: Building Capabilities (technical skills and community development), Driving Digital Innovation (supporting innovative solutions), and Supporting Digital Transformation (enabling systemic change). It primarily funds projects through its Information Society Innovation Fund (ISIF Asia) program, emphasizing practical, innovative, and locally-driven solutions that demonstrate ingenuity in solving connectivity and digital access challenges. The Foundation values collaboration across multiple stakeholder groups and supports projects that blend low-tech and high-tech approaches to solve real-world problems.
Notable Grants
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $15.8M $5.8M AU + $10.1M intl | $18.5M | $7.0M | $1.2M |
| FY2022 | $12.5M $5.4M AU + $7.1M intl | $13.9M | $4.1M | $414K |
| 2yr total | $28.3M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Programs & Opportunities (4)
2 open · 2 closed · sorted by deadline · last checked 7 May 2026 (1 day ago)
Government Bug Bounty Program
Funds the promotion of bug bounty platforms in government sectors in Sri Lanka.
Research Fellowships
Fellowships for Internet and digital development research
Building Capabilities in the Asia Pacific
Program to enhance technical capabilities across the region
ISIF Asia Grants
Supports digital development projects across Asia Pacific focused on Internet infrastructure, connectivity, digital inclusion, cybersecurity, and technical capacity building. Projects typically range from AUD 30,000 to AUD 85,000 and address challenges like affordable connectivity for underserved communities, Internet exchange points, mesh networks, cybersecurity awareness, and technical training programs.
Program History (3)
Year-specific program memory with visible provenance. This is the bridge between open opportunities and recurring portfolio strands.
Building Capabilities in the Asia Pacific
Program to enhance technical capabilities across the region
ISIF Asia Grants
Grants for projects that build capabilities, drive innovation, and support digital transformation in the Asia Pacific
Research Fellowships
Fellowships for Internet and digital development research