GFF x CIVIC VOICES Funding Opportunity for African CSOs and Youth-Led Organizations

The GFF × CIVIC VOICES funding opportunity supports local civil society organizations (CSOs) and youth-led organizations in up to 22 African countries to strengthen advocacy, coalition-building, and youth leadership for domestic resource mobilization in women’s, children’s, and adolescent health and nutrition. This initiative, led by PATH in partnership with AFIDEP and OAY, awards subgrants to foster inclusive civic engagement. Applications are open to local CSOs or youth-led/community-based organizations, with partnerships requiring 2–3 organizations, including at least one youth-led organization per partnership. Grants last up to 18 months, including training, technical support, and mentorship.

What it offers

• Financial support up to USD 3,350,000 across participating countries.
• Up to 18-month grants for selected organizations.
• Advocacy training, budget analysis technical assistance, and mentorship provided by the consortium.

Who can apply

This opportunity is open to local civil society organizations (CSOs), youth-led organizations, and community-based organizations in up to 22 African countries. Partnerships must include 2–3 organizations, with at least one youth-led organization per team.

How to apply

• Submit a technical proposal through the provided template.
• Deadline: October 7, 2026, at 23:59 East Africa Time.
• Further details and submission instructions available on the consortium’s resource page.

Good to know

• The initiative prioritizes equitable engagement with communities.
• Questions can be directed to voices@path.org or submitted anonymously via PATH’s secure reporting website.