In support of America's foreign policy, the U.S. Agency for International Development leads the U.S. Government's international development and disaster assistance through partnerships and investments that save lives, reduce poverty, strengthen democratic governance, and help people emerge from humanitarian crises and progress beyond assistance.
The Development Innovation Ventures (DIV) program aims to attract innovative ideas that can significantly impact global development challenges. DIV encourages applications year-round, with the anticipation of awarding multiple grants. The grant program focuses on activities that align with USAID’s objectives, such as reducing poverty and advancing democratic governance. Prospective applicants are provided with information on the types of activities considered for funding, application processes and requirements, and criteria for evaluation. This ensures a broad invitation to innovative solutions with potential for scalable impact in international development.