The Nigeria Youth Futures Fund (NYFF) invites applications from young changemakers and youth-led organizations. Specifically, this fund provides substantial capital to initiatives that promote youth leadership and civic engagement. Consequently, successful grantees can expand their community-based projects and influence national development.
Program Overview
This is a high-value capacity-building grant. Therefore, it targets organizations working on the frontlines of policy advocacy and social enterprise. By joining, grantees receive both funding and technical support to scale their operations.
Key Benefits
Grantees receive significant financial backing. Specifically, the benefits include:
- Grant: Up to $50,000 in funding for youth-led organizations.
- Capacity Building: Technical assistance and organizational development training.
- Networking: Integration into the NYFF ecosystem of civic leaders.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, an applicant must be a youth-led organization or an individual youth leader. Crucially, the proposed project must demonstrate a clear path to sustainable community impact.
- Age: Focus on youth demographics (typically 18-35).
- Location: Must be operating within Nigeria.
- Focus: Civic engagement, policy advocacy, or youth empowerment.
Application Process
- Deadline: March 31, 2026.
- Submission: Apply via the NYFF online grant portal.
- Requirements: Detailed project proposal, budget, and organizational profile.
