Call for new GMP members
The International Trans Fund (ITF) is seeking applications from committed activists to be members of its Grant Making Panel (GMP). Applicants may be based and organize within any region of the world.
About the ITF
The International Trans Fund (ITF) is a participatory grantmaking fund led by trans activists and supporting donors. We resource trans-led groups globally to advance human rights, self-determination, well-being, and movement power—especially for groups with limited access to funding.
Role of the GMP
The GMP reviews eligible applications and makes funding decisions consistent with ITF’s mission, values, and priorities. Decisions of the GMP are final, pending Board ratification.
The key responsibilities of the Grant Making Panel are to:
Participate in online GMP training.
Join one annual 6-day in-person meeting (location varies) or a virtual equivalent.
Take part in online discussions and at least 75% of scheduled online meetings.
Lead grantmaking tasks:
Encourage trans communities to apply.
Review, score, and provide feedback on applications.
Make collective funding decisions.
Recommend grantmaking priorities and advise on strategy as relevant.
Strictly uphold ITF confidentiality and conflict-of-interest policies.
Profile of the Activists we are Seeking
Before deciding to apply, please confirm that:
You are committed to advancing trans rights and building sustainable trans movements.
Your peers consider you credible and trustworthy.
You value participatory grantmaking and collective, movement-accountable decision-making.
Working languages: We accept applications in English, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish. Please note, however, that applicants must be comfortable speaking, reading, writing and working in English and/or Spanish, as these are ITF’s working languages. At this time, we are unable to provide translation or interpretation in French, Chinese or Russian during related GMP meetings and communications.
What “trans” means at ITF
We use “trans” as a political term for people whose gender identity or expression differs from their sex assigned at birth—including binary and non-binary identities and culturally specific identities worldwide. We do not privilege any identity or terminology over another.
Time Commitment
Annual training: 3–5 hours.
Application review: 30–50 applications over ~6 weeks (~50 hours/year).
Annual meeting: 6 days + travel (in-person or virtual).
Candidate Qualifications
Essential
Identify as trans (refer to item 5 above).
Minimum 3 years of direct trans activism, ideally as a regional and/or international level.
Recognized by trans activists in your region as a community activist/leader.
Fluency (spoken and written) in English or Spanish.
Able and willing to work in a diverse environment (activists and donors).
Passport enabling international travel (for in-person meetings).
Reliable in meeting tasks and deadlines.
Experience managing and reporting on grants for trans work.
Conflict of Interest
GMP members (and immediate family members) may not be significantly involved in any group applying to ITF during their tenure and may not benefit financially from assessed or existing ITF grants (See ITF Conflict of Interest Policy). Please note that this means that if you are part of/involved in an organization and selected as a member of the GMP, the organization will not be eligible to apply for grants during their tenure.
Term & Compensation
Term: Three (3) years, appointed by the Board.
Compensation: USD $1,500 per one-year grant cycle, plus covered travel and per diem for ITF meetings.
Selection Process
The Board will appoint five activists with attention to diversity across gender identities/expressions and inclusion of further-marginalized groups within trans communities. We highly encourage trans men and trans masculine folks to apply.
How to Apply
Please submit an application in BambooHR by November 30, 2026.
During the application process, we will ask for information about:
Your region and primary countries of work.
Your movement roles/experience (3+ years).
Any relevant grantmaking, community accountability, or governance experience.
Languages spoken/written.
Any potential conflict-of-interest considerations.
We intend to inform all candidates of our decisions by January 2027
