Learn how we evaluate, select, and implement humanitarian projects for maximum impact
At ASIA Investment and Development Ltd., we've developed a structured, transparent process for project submission, evaluation, and implementation. This ensures that we invest in initiatives with the greatest potential for meaningful humanitarian impact.
Our process is designed to be thorough yet efficient, providing clarity for project proposers while maintaining the high standards necessary for responsible investment in humanitarian initiatives. We welcome submissions from organizations working in stable regions who share our commitment to sustainable development and positive social impact.
Below, we outline the key stages of our project process, from initial submission to successful implementation.
Follow these steps to submit your project for consideration and understand how we evaluate and implement humanitarian investments.
Begin by submitting your project proposal through our comprehensive contact form. This initial submission should include:
Our contact form allows you to upload supporting files to provide additional context for your proposal.
Our team conducts a preliminary review of your submission to assess:
This initial assessment typically takes 2-3 weeks. If your project meets our basic criteria, it will proceed to the detailed review stage. We will notify you of the outcome of this initial assessment via email.
Projects that pass the initial assessment undergo a more thorough evaluation, which may include:
During this stage, we may request additional information or clarification to better understand your project. The detailed review typically takes 4-6 weeks depending on project complexity.
Based on the detailed review, our investment committee makes a decision regarding project funding. Projects are evaluated against criteria including:
All applicants will receive notification of the investment decision, whether positive or negative. For projects that are not selected, we provide constructive feedback where possible.
For approved projects, we work with your organization to establish:
This collaborative planning phase ensures clarity and alignment before project implementation begins.
During the implementation phase:
We adopt a collaborative approach throughout implementation, focusing on problem-solving and adaptability while maintaining accountability.
Upon project completion:
We believe in the importance of measuring impact and learning from each project to improve future humanitarian investments.
We evaluate potential projects based on the following key criteria.
Projects must demonstrate clear potential to improve lives and alleviate suffering, with defined and measurable outcomes.
We invest exclusively in stable, peaceful regions where projects can be safely implemented and maintained. We avoid areas of active conflict.
Projects should demonstrate a path to long-term sustainability, whether through community ownership, partner support, or viable operational models.
We value creative approaches and solutions that address humanitarian challenges in new or more effective ways.
Projects should demonstrate efficient use of resources and reasonable cost structures relative to expected impact.
Implementing organizations must have the necessary expertise, experience, and infrastructure to successfully execute the proposed project.
Projects should identify potential risks and include appropriate mitigation strategies.
As a neutral investor, we support humanitarian projects that remain politically neutral and focus solely on humanitarian impact.
We focus our investments on humanitarian projects across a wide range of sectors, including but not limited to:
We consider project proposals from a wide range of organizations including registered NGOs, non-profit organizations, social enterprises, community-based organizations, and in some cases, mission-driven businesses with clear humanitarian impact goals. Government entities may also apply in certain circumstances. All applicants must be legally registered in their jurisdiction.
We consider projects across various scales, from smaller community-level initiatives to larger regional programs. While we do not have a strict minimum funding amount, projects typically range from $50,000 to $2 million USD, depending on scope, scale, and impact potential. For first-time applicants, we often start with smaller pilot initiatives before considering larger investments.
From initial submission to funding decision typically takes 6-10 weeks, depending on the complexity of the project and the completeness of your submission. The implementation planning phase usually takes an additional 2-4 weeks. Time-sensitive emergency response projects may be processed more rapidly when circumstances warrant.
We consider projects in stable regions worldwide where safe and effective implementation is possible. We do not invest in areas with active armed conflict or extreme political instability. Each region is assessed individually based on current stability, security conditions, and operational feasibility.
Yes, organizations may submit multiple project proposals. However, we recommend focusing on your strongest initiatives that best align with our criteria. For new partners, we typically fund only one project initially to establish a successful working relationship before considering additional investments.
All applicants receive notification regarding our decision. While we cannot provide detailed feedback on every proposal, we do attempt to share constructive insights when possible. Organizations are welcome to submit revised proposals or new projects after receiving a negative decision, though we recommend waiting at least three months before reapplying.
In addition to financial investment, we may provide advisory support in areas such as project planning, monitoring and evaluation frameworks, sustainability planning, and impact measurement. The exact nature of non-financial support varies by project and is determined during the agreement and planning phase.
If your humanitarian project aligns with our criteria and focus areas, we invite you to submit your proposal.
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