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Nigeria Youth Futures Fund (NYFF) Grants support young leaders working on community change. Apply now to get funding for your projects.

Nigeria Youth Futures Fund (NYFF) Grants

The Nigeria Youth Futures Fund (NYFF) Grants are open for the 2024/2025 cycle.

NYFF supports youth leadership in Nigeria by empowering young changemakers to influence long-term national development.

The NYFF grants address funding gaps for young activists and organisations, boosting their impact across Nigeria.

Types of NYFF Grants Available

The 2025 grant cycle offers three types of grants for eligible individuals and organisations.

  1. Small Grant – Up to $1,000 for individual changemakers focused on community-based projects.
  2. Development Grant – Up to $10,000 for grassroots organisations working on youth inclusion.
  3. Catalyst Grant – Up to $50,000 for civic and innovation hubs supporting youth capacity and ecosystems.

These grants target efforts that promote good governance and address core national issues.

Eligibility Requirements

For Individuals

For Organisations

How to Apply for NYFF Grants

  1. For Small and Development Grants, apply on the NYFF Development and Individual Grant Application Portal.
  2. For Catalyst Grants, apply on the NYFF Catalyst Grant Application Portal.

Applications close on 30 November 2024.

For more information, visit the Nigeria Youth Futures Fund Grants page.