Latest grants and funding Opportunities for NGOs and Changemakers

Below is a curated list of 11 impactful funding and capacity-building opportunities tailored for African organizations and professionals looking to scale their efforts, drive systemic change, and build sustainable futures.

1. Siza Grant – African Women’s Development Fund (AWDF)

Deadline: 27 May 2025
Amount: Up to $15,000
Funding for unregistered women-led groups working in crisis or conflict zones.
Apply here

2. EU Civil Society Grant – DR Congo

Deadline: 4 June 2025
Support for civil society initiatives advancing human rights and governance in DRC.
Apply here

3. Tony Robbins Foundation Nonprofit Grant

Deadline: Rolling
Amount: Up to $15,000
Open to global nonprofits supporting education, health, and empowerment.
Apply here

4. YMCA Network Solutions Fund – Phase 2

Deadline: 18 May 2025
Support for youth-led, SDG-driven community solutions. Includes funding and mentorship.
Apply here

5. Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI)

Deadline: 16 May 2025
Countries: Zimbabwe, Botswana, Malawi
Small grants promoting gender equality, human rights, and environmental sustainability.
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6. Grassroots Education Micro Grant – Nigeria

Deadline: 16 May 2025
Microgrants for literacy and education projects targeting underserved communities.
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7. Al-Sumait Prize for Food Security

Deadline: 30 June 2025
Amount: $1,000,000
One of Africa’s most prestigious awards recognizing contributions to sustainable food systems.
Apply here

8. Open Africa Power Programme 2025

Deadline: 16 May 2025
Organizers: Enel Foundation & SEforALL
A pan-African training program for young professionals in the clean energy sector.
Apply here

9. WEP International Seed Grants

Deadline: 15 May 2025
Targeting women’s rights groups in Nigeria and Sierra Leone, especially those working on environmental justice.
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10. Matla Grant (AWDF)

Deadline: 27 May 2025
For Francophone African feminist orgs supporting justice, safety, and healing.
Apply here

11. Intel Community Reach Program 2.0

Deadline: 13 June 2025
Region: Sub-Saharan Africa
Tech-based grants for AI and broadband projects in education, health, and community development.
Apply here