BKFA works in partnership with NGOs, governments and health service providers around the world to help end preventable maternal and newborn deaths. Our approach is two-fold.

Birthing Kit Grant Program

Through our Birthing Kit Grant Program, we provide Clean Birth Kits to approved field partners working in vulnerable communities around the world. Our partners distribute the kits to women who need them most and provide education on their safe and appropriate use and disposal.

How to Become a Field Partner

Each year, BKFA provides Birthing Kit Grants to eligible NGOs and community organisations delivering maternal and newborn health programs. We also offer funding to existing field partners to strengthen, expand or develop new initiatives that improve maternal and newborn health outcomes.

The Birthing Kit Grant Program is currently under review, with plans to introduce two grant rounds each year. Please check this page later in the year for details of the next funding round and a link to the Expression of Interest (EOI) form.

Eligibility Criteria

Organisations must meet the following criteria to receive a Birthing Kit Grant:

• Work in a developing country as per the List of Developing Countries as declared by the Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs.
• Be a not-for-profit entity registered with the relevant governing body in the country of implementation.
• Demonstrate that Birthing Kits will be distributed in accordance with BKFA core policies and at no cost to beneficiaries.
• Must have a documented Child Protection Policy and procedures for dealing with concerns about child safety.
• Demonstrate prior experience implementing a community development program.
• Demonstrate sufficient funds such that no additional cash resources are required to incorporate a Birthing Kit Grant into existing programs.
• Maintain responsibility for all costs associated with collection, storage and distribution of Birthing Kits.
• Have access to the internet for communication and reporting purposes.
• Have the capacity to plan and provide Birthing Kits to your organisation’s target project areas for at least 3 years.