The Climate Justice Impact Fund for Africa (CJIFA) has launched its 2025 Community Empowerment Grant Program to support youth-led and grassroots organizations across Africa. This initiative aims to fund high-impact, community-driven climate action projects that promote environmental justice, equity, and sustainable development. The grants are designed for groups that often struggle to secure traditional funding.
Grant Details 💰
The program offers small grants ranging from $5,000 to $8,000 for projects with a duration of 6 to 12 months. There’s a possibility of multi-year renewal, which can provide sustained support for successful initiatives. In addition to financial aid, the program offers capacity building, networking, and visibility to grantee organizations.
Eligibility and Focus 🌍
To be eligible, an organization must be a registered not-for-profit, non-religious, non-governmental, and non-political entity that has been operating at the grassroots level for 1 to 3 years. It must have an annual income under $80,000. The fund prioritizes applications from groups that are youth-led or women-led and those working directly with marginalized or vulnerable communities.
The program’s geographic scope covers a wide range of African countries, including:
- Burkina Faso
- Ethiopia
- Kenya
- Nigeria
- Mozambique
- Senegal
- Somalia
- South Africa
- Zambia
- Ivory Coast
- Gabon
- Rwanda
- Niger
- Cameroon
- Malawi
- Tunisia
- Botswana
- Uganda
- Gambia
- Sierra Leone
- Liberia
- Mauritius
- Egypt
- Tanzania
- Morocco
Projects should focus on themes like climate awareness, action, and sustainable development. This includes promoting good governance, fighting for equality and non-discrimination, addressing corporate accountability, and fostering economic empowerment through skills development.
How to Apply ✍️
To apply for the grant, interested organizations need to:
- Visit the official CJIFA website and find the “Grants” section.
- Read the 2025 Call for Proposals thoroughly.
- Complete the online grant application form.
- Submit all required documentation, which typically includes a project proposal, budget template, and the organization’s registration certificate.
The deadline for applications is August 29, 2025. It’s crucial to follow all instructions and submit the required documents before this date