About

Established in 2016, ACT Foundation is a grant-making organization committed to addressing social, economic, and environmental challenges across the African continent. The foundation collaborates with local, national, and regional non-profit organizations and social enterprises to drive sustainable development through funding, capacity building, and strategic project implementation. ACT Foundation provides financial support tailored to the scope and impact of proposed projects. The foundation also offers resources, expertise, and networking opportunities to its grantees, ensuring the successful implementation and sustainability of funded initiatives.

Eligibility

• MUST MEET ALL:
• Work within ACT Foundation's focus areas (Health, Entrepreneurship, Environment, Leadership)
• Registered with appropriate legal entity for at least 2 years (24 months) in respective African countries
• Nigeria: Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) registration
• Other African countries: Equivalent legal registration body
• Must be legally registered as nonprofit organization (GTE/LTD format)
• Social enterprises eligible but foundation only funds non-profit initiatives
• Strong governance structure with Board of Directors/Trustees reflected in registration documents
• Minimum 3 paid staff members (part-time or full-time)
• Bank account name must match organization's legal name exactly
• Evidence of other funding sources required
• Audited financial reports (not older than 2 years)
• Track record of work within ACT Foundation focus areas
• Directly responsible for project implementation (not acting as intermediary)
• Program/initiative must be implemented within Africa
• Projects must be innovative and impact-driven
• Project duration: Maximum 12 months (6-12 months execution)
• Open to independent audit by foundation
• Communication must be in English only
• NOT ELIGIBLE:
• Individuals seeking financial assistance
• Organizations without legal Board of Directors/Trustees
• Organizations with history of fund mismanagement
• Organizations with bank account names different from legal registration name
• Political parties, campaigns, groupings, institutions or their subsidiaries/affiliates
• Organizations advocating illegal activities, terrorism, or inhumane policies
• Organizations unable to transfer funds to: Currently none restricted (supports all African countries)