Startup Grant Awards

Call for Application

We are excited to announce JAF Eight Annual Lecture for Youths on Entrepreneurship and Business Grant Award. A grant opportunity for innovative start-ups with high potential for impact and growth. Our grant program aims to support early-stage entrepreneurs with funding, mentorship, and resources to help them succeed.

Our objective is to identify and support start-ups that demonstrate innovative solutions, scalability, and a strong potential for social or environmental impact.

Eligibility Criteria

- Business is duly registered with CAC

- Business is less than one year old

- Business must have a corporate account

- Business is within Nigeria

- Applicant is less than 35 years of age

- Application must be submitted on or before July 17, 2024

Grant Details

- Total grant amount: N1,000,000

- Number of grants awardees: 10 Start - Ups

- Additional support: Mentorship, networking opportunities, and access to resources

Application Requirements

- Completed online application form

- Proposal on PowerPoint (max 8 slides)

- CAC certificate

Evaluation Criteria

- Innovation and impact potential

- Scalability and growth potential

- Team strength and experience

- Market need and competition

- Clarity and feasibility of the business plan

Timeline

- Application deadline: July 17, 2024

- Evaluation and shortlisting: 2 weeks

- Interviews and due diligence: 1 week

- Grant award announcement: August 8, 2024

How to Apply

To apply for Business Grant Award, please send your Name, Active Phone Number, and Proposal to [email protected]

We look forward to receiving your application!

Host or Publisher JOAN AGHA FOUNDATION