Deadline: 11/02/2022
Credit: BLI Global
The Global Youth Climate Action Fund, an initiative of BLI Global, is launching its first cycle of the microgrants to support youth-led climate action projects around the world. After months of preparation, we are pleased to open the call for applications to youth organizations and young people up to the age of 30 years of age to receive funding.
For this round, we are seeking projects that fall under six (6) categories:
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
Eligibility:
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
Selection Criteria:
Goal Alignment
Goal aligns with GYCAF vision of realizing youth projects in sustainability
2. Functionality and Relevance
Understand the audience and relevance of the project to the intended audience
Determine how the project addresses a problem that is not currently or sufficiently being addressed
3. Financial Planning
Great financial awareness with a clear idea of the project finances to be sustainable (including a clear budget/needs table)
A clear understanding of how the team plans to meet the financial needs of the project
Understanding long-term financial implications of the project (if relevant)
4. Team
Individuals who are motivated and committed to the project
Demonstrates cohesion and excellent group dynamics with a clear understanding of the roles and responsibilities
5. Implementability
Demonstrates clear impact with a focus on the community
Have a clear timeline for implementation of the project
Understand the key barriers to the successful deployment of the project and how the team plans on overcoming them
Useful links:
The opportunity's official links
If you have any questions, please reach out to info@gycaf.org.