Applications are open for the Africa IFI Grant 2026, a funding opportunity supporting community-based organisations working to improve education outcomes for children and young people across Africa.
The grant, offered by the Africa International Finance Initiative (Africa IFI), provides up to £1,500 to support locally driven projects that enhance access to quality learning and address education challenges at the community level.
Designed with smaller organisations in mind, the initiative prioritises practical, scalable, and community-oriented solutions that can deliver measurable impact.
Programme Overview
The Africa IFI Grant supports grassroots organisations implementing education-focused initiatives tailored to local needs.
Eligible projects may include:
- Tutoring and after-school programmes
- Youth mentorship initiatives
- Digital learning and education technology solutions
- Community-based learning interventions
- Creative approaches addressing local education challenges
The programme emphasises sustainability, innovation, and strong community engagement, ensuring funded projects create lasting impact.
Programme Benefits
Selected organisations will receive:
- Up to £1,500 in funding
- Support to implement and scale education projects
- Increased visibility and recognition
- Opportunity to strengthen organisational capacity in project management and reporting
- Contribution to long-term improvements in local education systems
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be a community-based organisation operating in Africa
- Have been operational for at least 12 months
- Focus on improving education for children and young people up to age 25
- Demonstrate strong local engagement and community impact
Eligible applicants include NGOs, educational nonprofits, and grassroots initiatives.
Application Process
Applicants are required to:
- Develop a project aligned with improving education outcomes
- Submit an application through the official platform
- Provide a report within three months of project completion if selected
