Deadline: 11-Feb-22
The Global Youth Climate Action Fund (GYCAF), an initiative of BLI Global, is seeking applications for its Microgrants Program to support youth-led climate action projects around the world.
Fund Vision: GYCAF envisions a world where young people are given the resources to pursue green entrepreneurship and create a green economy with the goal of lowering carbon emissions and conserving the environment.
Fund Mission: To finance youth-led climate action in communities vulnerable to the effects of climate change.
Focus Areas
- Sustainable Agriculture: smart agriculture to ensure food sustainability.
- Clean Energy: powering communities in need of light and energy.
- Oceans: protecting marine life and mitigating climate catastrophes.
- Capacity Building: empowering youth with entrepreneurship skills.
- Green Stewardship: protecting biodiversity and influencing behavioral change.
- Technology and Innovation: breakthroughs that solve climate-related problems.
Funding Information
Successful applicants will be awarded grants between USD 500 – USD 1,000, depending on the grantee application.
Target Beneficiaries: The fund targets youth-led organizations and networks seeking funding for their projects and businesses.
Eligibility Criteria
- Youth-led organization (80 percent majority-owned; the definition of youth adopted is under 30 years of age)
- Strong motivation on creating change or an impact in the community through grassroots activism
- Conducting grassroots activism in their community
- Seeking grants to kick-start or support already existing initiatives
- Clear environment and socio-economic impacts of the project/initiative
- A clear idea of how to use the funds and why this grant will be useful to create more value and impact for the project
- Demonstrates well-planned project, with well-developed strategy, timeline, budgeting, and team management
For more information, visit https://gycaf.org/grant-focus/grant-guidelines/