SEARCA's funds are categorized into four (4) types:
Operating Funds, which is used mainly for administration and management and core staff salaries and benefits, is donated by the Philippine government.
Special Funds, which is generated and provided by the SEAMEO Secretariat, is used to support the Center's graduate scholarship and short-term training programs, Governing Board meetings, seminars and conferences, and personnel exchanges. Such fund is composed of contributions of SEAMEO member and associate member countries, partner governments, organizations, and individuals to the SEAMEO Educational Development Fund (SEDF).
Other Funds, which is composed of funds for research and development and other extension activities that are not included in the operating budget, comes from donor agencies, government and non-government organizations, and other institutions that collaborate with SEARCA in its programs and projects.
Unallocated Funds, which consists of funds received from donors, interest earnings, and earnings from approved income-generating activities that have not been identified as Operating, Special and Other Funds.
