Shared Investment Mechanism: Call for Project Proposals 2026

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As we prepare for the next cycle of the GPSNR Shared Investment Mechanism (SIM), we are pleased to announce that the call for project proposals and in-kind contributions for 2026 is now open.

Submission Period: 20 March – 31 May 2025

Deadline: Proposals and applications must be submitted by 23:59 SGT on 31 May 2025. Late submissions will not be accepted.

Background

The GPSNR Shared Investment Mechanism (SIM) is a joint-funding framework where GPSNR Manufacturer Members contribute to capacity-building or sustainability projects through direct funding or in-kind contributions.

Call for Project Proposals

This is for organizations that want to submit project proposals to be considered for funding through SIM’s direct funding route. Approved projects will be shared with Manufacturer Members for review and potential funding.

 

How to Submit:

 

 -Download the required documents:

o GPSNR SIM Project Proposal Template_V3.docx

o  GPSNR SIM Project Budget_V1.xlsx

 

-Complete the Project Proposal Template and Project Budget Template.

 

-Send your completed documents to cheewei@gpsnr.org with the subject line: [SIM 2026 Proposal Submission] – [Project Name]

 

Please read the FAQ for call for project proposals here: FAQ – Call for Project Proposals_V3.pdf

 


For any questions or clarifications, please contact cheewei@gpsnr.org

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