Funding Opportunities

Funder:Village Capital
Description: Empowering Sustainable Entrepreneurship Africa 2025, in partnership with Village Capital, supports startups in climate adaptation, renewable energy, the blue economy, and food security across Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, and Tanzania through tailored accelerator programs.

Apply here:https://lnkd.in/g6m-94hi

Funder: Miller Center for Social Entrepreneurship
Description: The Miller Center Accelerator now accepts applications for its July 2025 cohort! This program supports mission-driven social enterprises focused on women’s economic empowerment and climate resilience. Selected participants will receive investment readiness training, executive mentorship, and access to a global network of changemakers and funders.
Application Deadline: April 13, 2025

Apply Here: https://lnkd.in/dyJ7EjxS

Funder: Sankalp Forum
Description: Africa’s largest convening on entrepreneurship and impact investing, happening on February 26-27, 2025, in Nairobi. This event brings together bold ideas, game-changing connections, and opportunities for sustainable development. Join entrepreneurs, investors, and changemakers to shape a more inclusive Africa.

Register now: https://lnkd.in/d9ifYuDc.

Funder: Rising Tide Africa
Description: A fully remote accelerator program designed for women-led startups, offering expert mentorship, business workshops, and direct investor connections. Open to high-growth startups with an MVP or proven traction.
Apply for a chance to scale your business!
Application Deadline: 21st February 2025

Apply Here: https://bit.ly/RTAACohort6

Funder: Common Fund for Commodities (CFC)
Description: The CFC provides up to $2 million in funding for transformative projects in commodity value chains, with a focus on SMEs and women-led businesses.
Application Deadline: April 1, 2025

Apply:https://lnkd.in/gS7CNr_H

Funder: Bayer Foundation
Description: This award supports female founders in health and food security, empowering women-led innovations with funding and mentorship.
Application Deadline: February 18, 2025

Apply:https://lnkd.in/gGKHGnUH

Description: The KBF Africa Prize awards €250,000 to African organizations creating long-term impact. This prestigious prize also offers global visibility and networking opportunities.
Application Deadline: March 3, 2025

Apply: https://lnkd.in/g8DaXp6S

Funder: IKEA Foundation
Description: Applications are now open for the 2025 cohort of the Circular Economy ClimAccelerator in Nairobi. This program offers funding of up to USD 80,000 for the top five businesses, supporting innovative solutions in the circular economy space.
Link: https://lnkd.in/duvGYVMC

Application Deadline: ​2nd March 2025​

Funder: Aceli Africa
Description: Apply for Aceli Africa’s Agri-SME Training Program!In partnership with TechnoServe, Aceli Africa offers a six-month program to help Agri-SMEs become investment-ready and access debt financing. Women and youth are strongly encouraged to apply.
Countries: Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and Tanzania
Link:https://lnkd.in/dDp4CdzE

Application Deadline: January 10, 2025

Funder: Halcyon
Description: Halcyon supports impact-driven businesses with space, community, and access. Receive $10K & $5K stipends to scale your venture and drive equity and inclusivity. Apply now!
Link:https://lnkd.in/d_5HRzF8

Application Deadline: February 16, 2025