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Humanitarian Aid Grants

Delivering help through aviation initiatives

Humanitarian Aid Grants support organizations that use aviation as a tool to provide life-saving assistance, improve access to healthcare and respond to humanitarian crises around the globe. These grants prioritize projects that demonstrate measurable impact, strong operational capability and a commitment to serving communities in need. 

2026 Grants Timeline

  • Applications Open: 2 March 2026 
  • Application Deadline: 29 May 2026 
  • Awards Announced: 31 July 2026 

Who Qualifies to Apply for a Humanitarian Aid Grant?

Applicants must meet the following criteria: 

  • Be a registered non-profit organization 
  • Be established for a minimum of two years prior to applying
  • Demonstrate a clear humanitarian mission supported by aviation-related activities 
  • Have a proven ability to deliver aid effectively and responsibly 
  • Religious organizations that are inclusive of all religions and not specific to one or a few religions 

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2025 Humanitarian Aid Grant Awardees

Organization Project Region of Focus
Austin Smiles – The Austin Plastic Surgery Foundation Austin Smiles El Salvador Medical Mission 2025 Central America
Aviation Without Borders UK Airfreighting of water purifying kits, Emergency Health Packs and On Track Project Africa, Europe
Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust Saving More Time, Saving More Lives Europe
Flying Angels Foundation ETS Flying Angels’ Flight Emergency Fund Global
Lia's Wings International air ambulance logistics and family care Europe
London’s Air Ambulance Limited Operational PPE and Kit Europe
Mercy Air South Africa Kalahari Wings Africa
Mission Aviation Fellowship CURE Medical Safaris – Kenya Global
Partners for Andean Community Health Surgical & Women’s Health Access for Indigenous Communities South America
Patrulla Aerea Colombiana – Antioquia Wings of Love for El Valle – Bahía Solano South America
Project Orbis International Inc. Flying Eye Hospital Projects Global
Royal Flying Doctor Service (Victorian Section) Rural Women’s GP Program Oceania
The HoverAid Trust Air Transportation for Madagascar Medical Safaris Africa
Wings of Hope Dental and Medical Relief in Paraguay Global
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