The GFA Foundation selects projects for implementation based on the following criteria.
- Must be within the CARES Thematic Areas
- Must be linked to national or international priorities or goals. Eg. National Malaria or HIV/AIDS Policy, SDGs, etc.
- Project must be driven by community needs assessment.
- Confirmation of undertaking a similar project or a previous edition or the existence of a feasibility study conducted for a new initiative.
- Must be sustainable for a foreseeable future.
- Have a broad community impact, both direct and indirect.
- Should be able to be replicated and scaled up.
- The project budget must be realistic and in tune with Foundation’s financial plan.
- Proof of quality of relevant expertise in the project implementation team.
- Notwithstanding meeting all the selection criteria above, the GFA Foundation reserves the right to decline support for the project based on the overall strategic intent.