Klarna's AI for Climate Resilience Program — Call for Proposal
Klarna's AI for Climate Resilience Program is now accepting proposals for its second funding round. Grants of up to $300,000 are available for organizations using AI to strengthen climate resilience in vulnerable communities. The application deadline is April 30, 2026. The program is managed by Milkywire on behalf of Klarna.
Klarna's AI for Climate Resilience Program — Call for Proposal
Klarna's AI for Climate Resilience Program is now accepting proposals for its second funding round. Grants of up to $300,000 are available for organizations using AI to strengthen climate resilience in vulnerable communities. The application deadline is April 30, 2026. The program is managed by Milkywire on behalf of Klarna.
The AI for Climate Resilience Program is a global initiative by Klarna to accelerate the use of AI in tackling the local effects of climate change. It identifies and supports innovators developing practical AI solutions for communities most exposed to climate risks, turning pilot ideas into scalable tools for adaptation and resilience.
The AI for Climate Resilience Program is a global initiative by Klarna to accelerate the use of AI in tackling the local effects of climate change. It identifies and supports innovators developing practical AI solutions for communities most exposed to climate risks, turning pilot ideas into scalable tools for adaptation and resilience.
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The Program
Grants of up to $300,000 will be awarded to 5–6 projects, alongside access to a support network of mentors, training, and community of practice.
Start date: January 1, 2027.
Program length: 12–18 months.
The program is managed by Milkywire on behalf of Klarna, including the call for proposals, project evaluation, and grantee relations. Grants are administered by WRLD Foundation, a US-based 501(c)3.
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What is Funded
Projects that help local communities build long-term resilience, and offer tools to take greater control over their futures. This includes for example strengthening climate risk assessments for local communities, improving public services to better manage the strain of an unpredictable climate, or safeguarding coastal economies and livelihoods through greater access to multi-modal environmental data.
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The Program
Start date: January 1, 2027.
Program length: 12–18 months.
Grants of up to $300,000 will be awarded to 5–6 projects, alongside access to a support network of mentors, training, and community of practice. The program is managed by Milkywire on behalf of Klarna, including the call for proposals, project evaluation, and grantee relations. Grants are administered by WRLD Foundation, a US-based 501(c)3.
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Why AI for Climate Resilience
Climate-vulnerable communities face growing risks, yet often lack access to the tools and data needed to prepare and adapt. AI has the potential to change that — by processing complex environmental data, generating locally relevant insights, and enabling faster, better-informed decisions. The AI for Climate Resilience Program exists to fund the organizations turning that potential into practice.
Klarna's AI for Climate Resilience Program funds practical, locally-led AI solutions deployed in low- and middle-income countries. Projects must demonstrate clear public value and measurable impact for climate-vulnerable communities.
Klarna's AI for Climate Resilience Program funds practical, locally-led AI solutions deployed in low- and middle-income countries. Projects must demonstrate clear public value and measurable impact for climate-vulnerable communities.
Selecting the most promising projects
Selecting the most promising projects
Program Objectives
Eligibility
Evaluation Criteria
Budget guidance
Program Objectives
Eligibility
Evaluation Criteria
Budget guidance
Process & Timeline
Process & Timeline
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March 2026 - Open Call for Proposals
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April 30, 2026 - Deadline for Proposals
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May-June, 2026 - Review & Selection
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July-Aug, 2026 - Final Selection
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Oct, 2026 - Program Kickoff
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Jan, 2027 - Official program start
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March 2026 - Open Call for Proposals
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April 30, 2026 - Deadline for Proposals
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May-June, 2026 - Review & Selection
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July-Aug, 2026 - Final Selection
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Oct, 2026 - Program Kickoff
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Jan, 2027 - Official program start
Applications are open until April 30, 2026
© Milkywire AB, 2026. All rights reserved. Mailbox 3306, 112 73 Stockholm, Sweden. All donations are handled by WRLD Foundation Sweden (registered with org ID No "802526 - 9328") and WRLD Foundation US (registered 501(c)(3) charity).
Applications are open until April 30, 2026
© Milkywire AB, 2026. All rights reserved. Mailbox 3306, 112 73 Stockholm, Sweden. All donations are handled by WRLD Foundation Sweden (registered with org ID No "802526 - 9328") and WRLD Foundation US (registered 501(c)(3) charity).