About this opportunity
Applications are open for opportunities under the Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (GEF SGP) , implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) , to support community-led environmental and sustainable development initiatives across Africa. The programme provides funding and technical support to eligible civil society and community-based organisations working to address major environmental challenges while improving local livelihoods.
The GEF SGP supports initiatives focused on biodiversity, climate change, land degradation, international waters, and chemicals and waste management. Grant Benefits Eligible organisations can access: Grants of up to US$100,000 for selected strategic projects and opportunities Funding for community-led environmental initiatives Technical assistance and capacity-building support Opportunities to develop and scale innovative environmental solutions Support for initiatives that improve livelihoods while generating global environmental benefits.
Important: The maximum grant amount and
Eligibility
vary depending on the specific country call and type of GEF SGP opportunity. The US$100,000 opportunity referenced here relates to a strategic grant call for hosting and delivering a Southern Africa regional workshop, rather than a general grant open to all African startups or organisations.
Eligibility
Depending on the specific country or regional call, eligible applicants may include: Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) Community-Based Organisations (CBOs) Research institutions Indigenous Peoples’ organisations Women and youth organisations Organisations representing persons with disabilities Other eligible community-based groups. Areas of Focus Projects may focus on: Biodiversity conservation Climate change mitigation and adaptation Land degradation and restoration Sustainable agriculture and food security International waters Chemicals and waste management Renewable energy and low-carbon solutions Community-led environmental protection and sustainable livelihoods .
Why This Matters The GEF Small Grants Programme is designed to support local organisations that are directly addressing environmental challenges in their communities. Its funding model focuses on locally led solutions that can improve livelihoods, strengthen community resilience, and contribute to wider environmental goals.
Application timeline
Deadlines vary depending on the specific GEF SGP country or regional call. Applicants should carefully review the relevant call for proposals before applying.
For example, the Southern Africa regional workshop strategic grant call has a maximum budget of US$100,000 , while other country-level GEF SGP grants have different funding limits.
Application steps
Interested organisations should review the official GEF SGP opportunities and the relevant country-specific application requirements Apply HERE
Who can apply
- eligible civil society and community-based organisations working to address major environmental challenges while improving local livelihoods
Sources and verification
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