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Find similar grantsSmall Grants for Individuals in Uganda 2025 is sponsored by Humanity Calls International. This program offers financial support for early-stage and growing projects by individuals facing barriers to access resources, including persons with disabilities. While primarily for individuals, it could support initiatives relevant to youth mental health and disability.
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Latest Grants in Uganda 2025 | NGO Funding |Individual Funding Latest Grants in Uganda 2025 Find USAID grants, youth grants, food grants, small grants for individuals, and connect with donors across Uganda Alternatives to USAID Grants in Uganda With the suspension of certain USAID operations, alternative grant programs have become essential for NGOs, CBOs, and social enterprises looking to sustain and expand their work.
One of the leading alternatives is Humanity Calls International , which supports initiatives that promote community development, human rights, and social innovation.
Current USAID Alternative Opportunities Humanity Calls International Grants: Open on a rolling basis, supporting projects in health, education, food security, and social impact Front Line Defenders Award for Human Rights Defenders (Deadline: January 30, 2025) Agricultural Innovation Fund (Rolling Deadline) Most organizations seeking these grants should meet the following: Registered organization (NGO, CBO, or company) Proven track record and experience in the proposed area of work Strong financial management and accountability systems Alignment with international development objectives and community impact Humanity Calls International prioritizes programs that create measurable community impact, empower marginalized groups, and foster sustainable growth.
Organizations applying to HCI grants can access technical support, capacity building, and flexible funding options. View Humanity Calls International grants → Grants for Individuals in Uganda Many individuals and small business owners in Uganda are eligible for grant funding without needing to be part of an organization.
These grants help support entrepreneurs, farmers, youth innovators, and persons with disabilities to grow their projects and create meaningful impact in their communities. Small Grants for Individuals in Uganda 2025 Our Humanity Calls Individual Grants program offers financial support for early-stage and growing projects.
These grants are designed to empower individuals facing barriers to access resources, including farmers, small business owners, and persons with disabilities.
Grant Amount: $5,000–$20,000 Eligible Applicants: Individuals with viable business ideas, social projects, or innovative initiatives Application Deadline: Open on a rolling basis/li> Free Money Donors in Uganda While fully "free money" is rare, several donor programs offer non-repayable funding to support individuals in Uganda. These programs aim to promote entrepreneurship, innovation, and inclusive growth.
Uganda Women's Entrepreneurship Program – empowering women-led businesses Youth Innovation Challenge Fund – supporting creative and scalable youth initiatives Disability Inclusion Grants – funding projects that promote accessibility and inclusion Applying for these grants can help individuals unlock funding, gain mentorship, and expand their impact across Uganda.
APPLY FOR INDIVIDUAL GRANT → Eligibility Made Easy for Uganda Find out if you qualify for our Uganda grant programs. Our eligibility requirements are simple and designed to help motivated individuals, youth, and small business owners access funding quickly and efficiently.
Ugandan citizen or registered refugee with valid documentation 18+ years old with a national ID or passport A clear business idea, startup plan, or growth strategy No criminal record or ongoing legal issues "My first application to Humanity Calls International was rejected, but their team guided me step-by-step to improve my proposal for a poultry grant. Within 48 hours of resubmitting, I received approval!
The UGX 7,220,548 transformed my business from 50 chickens to 500 in just 4 months." - Grace N. , Kampala, Uganda Uganda has one of the youngest populations in the world, making youth grants particularly important for national development.
University Scholarship Program STEM Education Initiative Agricultural Innovation Awards Political Engagement Program How to Apply for Youth Grants: Check eligibility requirements carefully Prepare a clear project proposal Gather supporting documents (ID, references) Submit before the deadline Food/Agricultural Grants in Uganda 2025 With food security being a major challenge, these grants support agricultural development, nutrition programs, and food innovation.
Current Food Security Grants Sustainable Agriculture Fund Up to $25,000 for projects promoting climate-smart agriculture. Deadline: June 30, 2026. Nutrition Improvement Program Grants for organizations addressing malnutrition in vulnerable communities.
Deadline: June 30, 2026. Food Processing Innovation Funding for value-added food products. Awards range $5,000–$15,000.
Deadline: June 30, 2026. "With a $10,000 food grant from Humanity Calls International, our women's cooperative in Gulu was able to purchase irrigation equipment that doubled our vegetable production. We now supply three local schools with fresh produce."
- Sarah K. , Project Leader Donors for NGO's in Uganda Humanity Calls International Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation How Do I Connect with Donors in Uganda?
Attend donor meetings and conferences: Many donors host annual meetings in Kampala Network through platforms: Uganda NGO Forum, Development Partner meetings Use online databases: FundsforNGOs, GrantSpace Direct outreach: After researching a donor's priorities, send targeted inquiries Contacts of Individual Donors in Uganda While most institutional donors have formal application processes, some high-net-worth individuals support causes directly.
These connections are typically made through: Personal networking at charity events Introductions from board members Successful crowdfunding campaigns that attract attention Corporate social responsibility programs of local businesses Note: Respect privacy when approaching individual donors and always be transparent about your funding needs. Ready to Find Your Perfect Grant Opportunity?
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Individuals with viable business ideas, social projects, or innovative initiatives. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
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OJJDP FY24 National Mentoring Programs is sponsored by U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP). This program aims to support national mentoring organizations to enhance and expand mentoring services for children and youth who are at risk or high risk for juvenile delinquency, victimization, and juvenile justice system involvement.
The SCI Youth Grant Pitch Contest is a competitive program from Social Capital Inc. that funds youth-led community improvement projects in Greater Boston. Teams of high school students in grades 9 through 12 residing in Essex, Middlesex, Norfolk, or Suffolk counties develop project ideas through coaching from local professionals, then pitch their proposals to a live panel of judges. Winning teams receive $1,000 to $2,000 in grant funding to execute their community-strengthening visions. The program builds career skills including public speaking, project management, and team collaboration, while cultivating cross-socioeconomic connections among peers and mentors throughout the region.
Humanity AI — a collaborative of ten funders including Ford, MacArthur, Mellon, and Mozilla — announced more than $18M to align AI with democratic values. $8M went to 12 invited grantees at $500K each; a $10M open call launches summer 2026. Here is who got funded, what the money signals, and how mission-aligned nonprofits should position for the open round.
Read articleTen foundations — Ford, MacArthur, Mellon, Mozilla, Omidyar, Doris Duke, Lumina, Kapor, Packard, and Siegel — committed $500M over five years to Humanity AI in October 2025. On May 12, 2026, the collaborative made its inaugural bet: $18M to nine organizations at $500K each plus a $3M AI Civics initiative led by Data & Society and Digital Public Library of America. A $10M open call lands this summer. Here's who got funded, who was conspicuously left out, what the open-call criteria are likely to look like, and how mission-aligned nonprofits should position now.
Read articleDoris Duke, Ford, Lumina, Kapor, MacArthur, Mellon, Mozilla, Omidyar, Packard, and Siegel pooled $18M into Humanity AI on May 12. Twelve inaugural grantees got $500K each. A $10M open call lands this summer. A complete strategic analysis for nonprofits, researchers, and community-led groups planning to apply.
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