Call for application: Grants for Youth Organisations via Africa-Europe Youth Academy AEYA “Spaces for Youth” Call for Projects from€10,000 – €40,000 Deadline: 06-08-2026
About
The Africa-Europe Youth Academy (AEYA) has officially launched its Call for Projects under the “Spaces for Youth” initiative. As a flagship program of the Youth Action Plan in EU external action (YAP) and part of the Global Gateway Africa-Europe Investment Package, this initiative is dedicated to empowering youth-led organisations across Sub-Saharan Africa.
Implemented by Expertise France and the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), and executed by The Youth Café, this call offers substantial grant funding, tailored coaching, and capacity-building to create or strengthen safe, inclusive physical or digital spaces where young people aged 18–30 can lead, innovate, and drive positive community change.
Details
| Element | Details |
| Program Name | Spaces for Youth – Call for Projects |
| Sponsors & Implementers | European Union (EU), Expertise France, AICS, The Youth Café |
| Target Audience | Youth-led organisations serving young people aged 18–30 |
| Phase 1 Grant Funding | €10,000 per selected organisation + Tailored Coaching |
| Phase 2 Grant Funding | Up to €40,000 additional funding for high-impact organisations |
| Application Deadline | August 6, 2026 (at 11:59 PM EAT) |
Grant Structure & Benefits
The AEYA “Spaces for Youth” initiative operates under a structured, two-phase development framework designed to maximize sustainable grassroots impact:
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Phase 1 (€10,000 Grant): Selected organisations will receive direct grant funding of €10,000 alongside comprehensive capacity-building, institutional training, and expert coaching to establish or expand their youth spaces.
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Phase 2 (Up to €40,000 Grant): Following the successful completion of Phase 1, high-impact organisations demonstrating exceptional progress and community leadership may be selected to receive up to €40,000 in additional scaling capital, coupled with tailored technical assistance.
Eligible Countries
To be eligible for funding, applying youth organisations must be officially registered and operational within one of the following eleven (11) African nations:
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East Africa: Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia
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Central & Southern Africa: Cameroon, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Republic of the Congo, Malawi, Mozambique, Zambia
Core Objectives of the Call
Your proposed project must focus on establishing or strengthening safe, inclusive “Spaces for Youth” that directly contribute to:
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Youth Leadership: Empowering emerging leaders to take active ownership of community solutions.
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Skills Development: Delivering practical, entrepreneurial, and digital training tailored for modern livelihoods.
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Civic Engagement: Fostering youth participation in governance, public policy, and local decision-making.
Important Dates & How to Apply
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Information Session: To assist applicants with the submission process, an official Zoom Information Session will be held on July 20, 2026, at 02:00 PM EAT.
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🔗 Join the Info Session: Click here to access the Zoom Room
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Application Deadline: All completed proposals must be submitted strictly before August 6, 2026, at 11:59 PM EAT.
How to Apply
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