Grants Programmes

Through the International Foundation for Dermatology (IFD), the International League of Dermatological Societies (ILDS) provides two types of grants programmes: DermLink and DermImpact. These grants programmes support projects and initiatives that aim to improve care for patients with skin disease in underserved parts of the world.

These projects are diverse and reach patients all over the world. Improving capacity to support and provide treatment for Persons with Albinism (PWAs) in Angola, Nigeria, Malawi and beyond, to providing treatment and skincare training in refugee camps in Bulgaria and Nigeria, developing Teledermatology access in Botswana, Nepal and Tajikistan, or providing training programme for pharmacy staff prescribing topical treatments.

DermLink Grants Programme

DermLink is an annual grants programme that provides support for ILDS Member, Affiliated and Observer Societies ("ILDS Members") to undertake initiatives that help patients with skin disease in underserved parts of the world.

We welcome applications from anywhere in the world, however, all applications need to be supported by an ILDS Member.

There are 3 types of DermLink Grant:

• Materials and Equipment – up to US$3,000 for dermatological materials and equipment
• Individual Training – up to US$3,000 for short-term dermatological training for an individual
• Field or Community Projects – up to US$5,000 for projects in resource-poor regions lasting no more than 12 months

Should you apply for DermLink or DermImpact?

Please refer to the flow chart to see which one of the grants programmes are the best suitable for your project needs.

DermImpact Grants Programme

DermImpact Grants Programme provides support for projects that are looking to build capacity in underserved regions/communities to improve care and services for patients with skin diseases.

We welcome applications from any country in the world, from organisations as well as individuals. This grants programme offers $10,000 per year, and each project will be supported for two years. The second instalment of funds will be transferred after the interim report has been received and reviewed. Proven experience in setting up successful projects that have an impact on the community, especially in collaboration with other stakeholders, will be preferred.

For any questions regarding the grants programmes, please contact the ILDS Secretariat at grants@ilds.org