Grant News
The Welsh Government has opened applications for its Wales and Africa Grant Scheme. The scheme supports community groups and organisations in Wales undertaking projects that contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and benefit both Wales and Sub-Saharan Africa. Grants ranging from £5,000 to £25,000 are available for 12-month projects.
The lead applicant must be based within Wales.
The scheme aims to empower communities in Sub-Saharan Africa by addressing critical global challenges. It supports projects under four thematic areas:
- Health,
- Lifelong Learning,
- Climate Change
- Environment, and Sustainable Livelihoods.
Examples include training healthcare professionals in Africa, linking Welsh and African communities to strengthen global citizenship education, helping African farmers adapt to climate change, and promoting income-generating cooperatives.
Eligible applicants are incorporated organisations based in Wales, such as registered charities, community interest companies, and local authorities. Applicants must demonstrate a clear benefit to Wales and alignment with at least one of the four thematic areas.
Applications are currently open and will close at 11.59 pm on 21 December 2026. Interested organisations should apply through WCVA’s Multipurpose Application Portal (MAP). For further information and guidance, applicants can contact the WCVA grants team at WalesAfricaGrants@wcva.cymru
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