Grants & Funding for NGOs: Up to $50K for Public Diplomacy, $60K for EdTech Startups & More—Nominate Your NGO for the Hexa Top 27 & Join the World NGO Day Webinar!
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Hello Changemaker✨
Happy New Year!
We’re starting off 2025 with some powerful opportunities for organizations, innovators, and leaders in Africa and beyond.
Whether you're focused on sustainable development, education, women's empowerment, or cultural preservation, there’s something here for you.
Take a look and apply today!
This Week’s Highlights 🌟
MEST Africa-Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship (Ghana) – $60K in equity-free funding for startups, SMEs, and NGOs using technology to transform education.
Women for Zero Hunger Program (Africa) – €10K grants for three women-led non-profits fighting hunger and food insecurity.
Public Diplomacy Small Grants (Kenya & Nigeria) – Up to $50K in funding for programs that promote education, civic engagement, and entrepreneurship.
Equator Prize 2025 – $10K awards for Indigenous and locally-led climate initiatives promoting nature-based solutions.
Leader of Africa Institute Grant Writing & Funding Program – Global mentorship and training to help changemakers secure funding.
Hexa Top 27 – Nominate Your NGO! – Get recognized as one of Africa’s leading impact-driven organizations. Gain visibility, networking, and credibility.
World NGO Day Webinar – “African NGOs: It’s Time to Move from Survival to Sustainability!” – Learn how to secure funding, leverage AI, and scale impact. Register now!
Tip of the Week 👌🏽
For each of these opportunities, tailor your proposal to the specific themes and eligibility criteria. Highlight the potential long-term impact of your project and ensure that you clearly connect your initiative to the mission and goals of the funding organization.
Opportunities 📌
Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program (Kenya)
The U.S. Embassy Nairobi is offering funding for programs that strengthen ties between the U.S. and Kenya. This includes promoting U.S. policies, economic models, and mutual understanding. All programs must involve U.S. institutions, experts, or organizations.
Grant Amount: $15,000 to $50,000
Program Focus Areas: Cultural exchange, educational programs, public diplomacy, and more.
Eligibility: Open to individuals, organizations, and institutions from Kenya.
Deadline: March 15, 2025
Public Diplomacy Program in Nigeria
The U.S. Embassy Abuja invites proposals for programs that align with U.S. mission goals in Nigeria. Programs should highlight shared values, promote bilateral cooperation, and include a U.S. cultural element or connection with U.S. experts or organizations.
Grant Amount: $5,000 – $50,000
Focus Areas: Democracy, good governance, youth engagement, anti-corruption, press freedom, civic engagement, STEM education, and more.
Eligibility: Open to NGOs, educational institutions, and other organizations based in Nigeria.
Deadline: March 21, 2025
Is Your NGO Creating Real Impact? Get Featured in the Hexa Top 27!
Every day, African NGOs are driving change, but not enough of them get the recognition, visibility, and support they deserve. The Hexa Top 27 is here to change that.
We're spotlighting 27 standout NGOs that are making a difference—whether in education, healthcare, climate action, or any other sector shaping Africa’s future.
Why Should Your NGO Apply?
Be Recognized on a Global Stage – Get featured across platforms seen by funders, partners, and key decision-makers.
Join a Community of Changemakers – Connect with other high-impact NGOs for collaborations and shared growth.
Boost Your NGO’s Credibility & Influence – Strengthen your organization’s reputation and visibility.
Special Feature on World NGO Day 2025 – Your work gets highlighted in a campaign celebrating Africa’s most impactful nonprofits.
Deadline: February 15th, 2025
African NGOs: It’s Time to Move from Survival to Sustainability!
Join This Exclusive Webinar to Learn How!
African nonprofits can’t afford to just survive, it’s time to build sustainable, future-ready organizations. This exclusive webinar will help NGOs tap into key strategies for long-term success:
Funding & Financial Growth – Digital fundraising, alternative funding models & financial resilience.
Tech & AI for Nonprofits – Leverage digital tools, automation & AI for better impact.
Stronger Programs & Operations – Build efficiency, scale your work & increase sustainability.
📅 Date: 27th February 2025
🕒 Time: 13h00 - 14h30 (CAT), 14h00 - 15h30 (EAT), 12h00 - 13h30 (WAT)
📍 Virtual Event
Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program in Nigeria (Lagos)
The U.S. Consulate General Lagos offers up to $450,000 in funding for projects that promote various important themes such as entrepreneurship, digital skills, and economic inclusion. This program encourages applications from those working in tech, youth empowerment, media, human rights, and other impactful sectors.
Program Focus Areas: Youth workforce readiness, mentorship, women empowerment, political participation, media literacy, combating disinformation, and more.
Grant Amount: Total funding pool of $450,000.
Eligibility: Open to NGOs, businesses, and educational institutions in Nigeria.
Deadline: March 3, 2025
Women for Zero Hunger Program in Africa
In partnership with WIA Philanthropy, Stop Hunger is offering €10,000 to three non-profit organizations fighting hunger and food insecurity through women-led initiatives in Africa. The chosen organizations will receive financial support, mentorship, and visibility at Stop Hunger’s annual event in Paris.
Award Amount: €10,000 for each of the three finalist organizations.
Additional Benefits: One winner will receive the Stop Hunger trophy and visibility as part of a crowdfunding campaign.
Eligibility: Non-profits working on hunger relief and food insecurity in Africa.
Deadline: February 16, 2025
MEST Africa-Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship Program (Ghana)
The MEST Africa-Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship Program seeks to support Ghanaian startups and NGOs that are focused on transforming education through technology. Selected organizations will receive $60,000 in equity-free funding, mentorship, and accelerator support.
Grant Amount: $60,000 equity-free funding.
Eligibility: Startups, SMEs, and NGOs in Ghana working in the EdTech sector.
Program Focus: Innovating education through technology, creating positive educational impact, and empowering future learners.
Deadline: February 21, 2025
Leader of Africa Institute Grant Writing and Funding (GWF) Program 2025
This program offers personalized mentorship and advanced grant writing instruction to researchers, social innovators, and academics worldwide. If you're looking to build your resource mobilization skills and access international funding, this is a great opportunity for you.
Eligibility: Open to individuals worldwide, including researchers, social innovators, practitioners, and graduate students from all fields.
Program Benefits: Advanced grant writing instruction, personalized mentorship, and access to a supportive international research community.
Deadline: February 21, 2025
Equator Prize 2025 for Indigenous or Locally-Led Climate Initiatives
The Equator Prize, a UN-led initiative, is awarding $10,000 to outstanding Indigenous and locally-led initiatives that showcase innovative, nature-based solutions to climate change. Winning initiatives will join a network of 296 community-based organizations from over 84 countries.
Award Amount: $10,000 for each winning initiative.
Eligibility: Indigenous peoples and local community-led initiatives focused on nature-based climate solutions.
Program Focus: Promoting nature-based solutions for sustainable development and climate action.
Deadline: February 23, 2025
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