GlobalSkin World Atopic Eczema Day Fund (2)

World Atopic Eczema Day on September 14, is a global moment to shine a light on atopic eczema and its impact on individuals, families, and caregivers. 

To support this important day, GlobalSkin established the World Atopic Eczema Day Fund—providing financial support to Member organizations to bring meaningful awareness and advocacy activities to life. We are delighted to offer this grant opportunity for the seventh consecutive year, continuing our shared commitment to driving impact and visibility worldwide! 

We invite grant applications from our member organizations in the lead-up to World Atopic Eczema Day. Applications that demonstrate how you will raise awareness of the disease, build community during World Atopic Eczema Day, and advocate for change, will be considered for funding.  

Proposals that fall into one of the following categories can be funded up to $2200 CAD:   

Grants funded in this category will support hosting activities related to World Atopic Eczema Day.  Activities can include virtual and in-person events. Examples of activities that could be funded include webinars, ask-the-expert sessions, e-learning opportunities, and town hall events. Funds can be used towards the cost of using online meeting/presentation platforms or in-person events that follow the health and safety guidelines of your country or region.   

Grants funded in this category will support the development and/or purchase of marketing materials that raise awareness of the activities you have planned for World Atopic Eczema Day. Examples of activities that could be funded include Facebook ads, social and traditional media buying, graphic design and printing materials such as flyers or brochures. 

The WHA Skin Disease Resolution has been adopted, and this year’s WAED theme—#BreakTheInvisibleBurden—focuses on turning it into action. Projects in this category should advance the resolution by engaging policymakers to address the burden of skin diseases, including atopic eczema. Some examples include developing a brief factsheet or impact statement for stakeholders, and hosting events—such as panels, patient storytelling, or community walks—that bring patients and policymakers together.

Please note the following terms and conditions: 

1. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 pm EST on May 28, 2026.
2. All applications will be reviewed by GlobalSkin, who will approve or decline submissions.
3. All applications will be reviewed by GlobalSkin, who will approve or decline submissions.
4. All funding decisions are final and not subject to appeal. All applicants will receive GlobalSkin's funding decision by June 11, 2026.
5. All funds are issued after project completion and project report submission.  

Applications will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

Basic Eligibility

• The applicant is a Full or Associate GlobalSkin Member who supports patients living with atopic eczema.

  Project does not violate any of the exclusions outlined below.

Project Eligibility

• Project aligns with World Atopic Eczema Fund categories.

  Project raises awareness, builds community locally, or advocates to policy makers.

• Funds may not be used to pay for meals for health care providers or policy makers.
• Funds may not be used to provide honoraria or any other type of payment to health care providers or policy makers.
• Funds may not be used to purchase alcohol.
• Funds may not be used for items for which a receipt cannot be issued.
• Funds may not be used for Impact Fund or Rare Disease Day (as there are already separate funds for these initiatives).
• Funds may not be used to cover costs of travel for individuals but may be used to support the attendance of patient community members to in-person events hosted by the GlobalSkin patient organization.

*Applicants are encouraged to ensure their answers are clear and supported with relevant details to best demonstrate their project.

If your project is funded, you will be required to send GlobalSkin a report describing how the funds were used prior to receiving your funding.

This report will include, but is not limited to:

• A short summary of how the funds were spent for the WAED Fund.
• Images or videos of how the funds were used (e.g., screenshots of virtual events, photos of in-person events, advertising materials, YouTube video, etc.).
• Data showing impact on your patient community (number of participants, social media reach, policy solutions, etc.).

• Application Submissions: May 7 - May 28 at 11:59 PM EST.
• Funding Approval Letters sent by: June 11
• World Atopic Eczema Day: September 14, 2026
• Member Organization Reporting: September 15 – October 21