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Find similar grantsThis program targets localized community enterprises and self-help groups in Kenya that are creating direct economic impact. The grants fund equipment, supplies, or project expansion for income-generating activities.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Registered self-help groups, youth groups, and community enterprises implementing income-generating activities. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows USD 3,000 - USD 7,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
US Embassy Ambassador's Special Self-Help Fund is funded by US Embassy in Kenya. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Ambassador's Self-Help Fund Kenya is sponsored by U.S. Embassy Kenya. The Ambassador's Self-Help Fund (SSHF) provides small grants to registered self-help groups, youth groups, community-based organizations, and specific types of educational institutions and medical facilities in Kenya. The objective is to assist groups in the development of projects that improve living conditions in their communities. Projects should focus on disability, water and sanitation, income generation, health, or protection of the environment. The fund will not support the start of a project or activity, but may fund the expansion of an existing project. Projects are expected to be completed and serving the community within one year.
U.S. Ambassador's Special Self-Help Small Grant Program is a grant from the U.S. Embassy in Zambia that funds small-scale community development projects led by Zambian community-based organizations. Awards range from ,000 to ,000, with up to four grants anticipated per cycle. Eligible areas include economic diversification, small business creation, youth and child development, and community-based natural resource management. Projects must be completed within ten months, benefit the greatest number of people possible, and demonstrate substantial community participation through labor, materials, land, or financial contributions. Only registered Zambian nonprofits — including CBOs, FBOs, and NGOs — are eligible; individuals and for-profit entities are not. Each community may only receive support once through this program.