Are you an African changemaker with a mission that’s transforming lives but limited funding is holding you back? The Africa Impact Fundraising Grant 2025 is here to change that narrative and make your dream impactful.
This grant is tailored specifically for local NGOs and nonprofits making real impact on the ground, this grant offers more than just money it provides the tools, training, and visibility to elevate your organization to new heights.
If you’re passionate about solving Africa’s pressing challenges and ready to scale your work, this is the golden opportunity you’ve been waiting for!
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About Africa Impact Fundraising Grant
The Africa Impact Fundraising (AIF) Grant Program is an new initiative by the New Africa Fund, aimed at empowering African NGOs, community-based organizations, and social enterprises to address the pressing need for funding and fundraising expertise.
Selected organizations will start with an online training program focused on small donor campaigns. They will then put their skills into action during a 30-day fundraising challenge, with the opportunity to secure up to $5,000 USD in matching funds.
This 2025 edition offers financial grants, fundraising training, and global exposure to help organizations become more sustainable and impactful.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Africa Impact Fundraising Grant 2025, organizations must meet the following requirements:
- Be legally registered as an NGO, nonprofit, or social enterprise in an African country.
- Have at least 1 year of consistent community engagement or program delivery.
- Be locally led and managed, with African leadership at the core.
- Demonstrate clear impact, transparency, and accountability in past or current projects.
- Have an active online or community presence (website, social media, or community reports).
Organizations focusing on youth, gender equality, environmental sustainability, healthcare access, rural development, and education are especially encouraged to apply.
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Benefits of the Africa Impact Fundraising Grant 2025
Selected NGOs will enjoy a wide range of benefits, including:
- Up to 70 organizations will receive foundational training on individual donor campaigns.
- Selected organizations will participate in a 30-day fundraising challenge, with up to $5,000 USD in matching funds available.
- All participating organizations will receive 12 months of free fiscal sponsorship from the New Africa Fund, with the possibility of extension.
- Up to 10 top-performing organizations will be invited to a week-long intensive workshop in Kigali to deepen their fundraising expertise.
- Additional performance-based fundraising opportunities will be provided as the program develops.
How to Apply – Step by Step Guide
Applying for the Africa Impact Fundraising Grant 2025 is simple and fully online. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official application link or HERE
- Fill in the application form with accurate details about your organization and its work.
- Upload supporting documents (registration certificate, budget plan, impact reports, etc.).
- Submit before the deadline. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Application Deadline
Applications close on Thursday, July 31, 2025. Early applications are highly encouraged.
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