About this opportunity
Young people in Lagos with innovative solutions to climate change can now apply for grants of $1,000 to $5,000 through the Lagos Youth Climate Action Fund (YCAF) , an initiative supported by the Lagos State Government and Bloomberg Philanthropies . The program is designed to fund youth-led projects that promote a greener, cleaner, and more climate-resilient Lagos by supporting practical and innovative environmental solutions.
Why Apply? The Lagos Youth Climate Action Fund aims to empower young people to develop innovative solutions that address climate challenges, strengthen community resilience, and contribute to a more sustainable future for Lagos.
Eligibility
Applicants must: Be part of a youth-led group. Be between 15 and 24 years old.
Have an innovative climate action project focused on addressing environmental challenges in Lagos. Grant Amount Successful youth groups will receive microgrants ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 to implement climate action projects across Lagos State.
Project Focus The programme seeks projects that contribute to: Climate action Environmental sustainability Community resilience Green innovation Youth-led environmental solutions Pre-Launch Webinar Interested applicants are required to attend a mandatory information webinar where organisers will explain the
Eligibility
,
Application steps
, funding requirements, and project expectations. Date: Tuesday, 4 August 2026 Time: 11:00 a.
m.
Application steps
Interested applicants should: Register for the pre-launch webinar: https://tinyurl. com/ycafwebinar Complete the registration form with their first name, last name, and email address.
Attend the webinar to receive guidance on the
Application steps
Prepare a youth-led climate action proposal once the official application portal opens. Enquiries For further information, applicants can contact the organisers via: Email: [email protected]
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