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Supporting youth-led development projects since 2009
Young people understand the challenges in their communities best. Our role is to provide the funding, training, and support they need to turn ideas into action and create lasting impact.
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Since 2009, our grants programme has helped young Changemakers, who have participated in our training programmes or completed the Project Management for Changemakers course, to apply for funding to launch or scale their own Community Action Projects across the world.​​
By the numbers
16 M +
18 years
1,000 CHF+
2 x yearly
people reached through supported projects
of funding youth-led solutions
typical grant funding available
open calls for grant applications
We invest in young Changemakers at every stage — strengthening their leadership, supporting their ideas, and helping them create solutions that generate lasting impact in their communities. We do this by:
Who can apply?
Our grants support young changemakers aged 18–30 who are ready to lead Community Action Projects that create meaningful social or environmental impact in their communities.
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To be eligible, applicants must have either participated in a Global Changemakers summit or successfully completed our online Project Management for Changemakers course.
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Changemakers School graduates must apply within one year of completing the course, and only one grant is available per graduate.
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We fund projects that align with our mission, create measurable positive change, strengthen trust and understanding between communities, encourage positive attitudes and behaviours, and raise awareness of important issues.
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We do not generally support projects where the main beneficiary is an individual, where most of the budget is allocated to salaries, travel, or technical equipment, or projects that promote a specific political party or religion. Research projects and equipment-only funding are also rarely funded.​
Summit Alumni
Participants trained through Global Changemakers in-person events
Online Graduates
Those who completed the Project Management for Changemakers course
18 – 30 years
Young people within our global network
How grants work
Our grants programme is designed to support young Changemakers beyond funding alone — providing financial support, mentorship, and accountability to help Community Action Projects create lasting impact.
Eligible applicants can receive grants of up to 1,000 Swiss Francs (CHF) to launch or grow their Community Action Projects. In some cases, larger grants may be available through specific funding partners.
Grant applications open up to twice a year, depending on available funding, and details are shared directly with those who meet the eligibility criteria. We do not review unsolicited applications submitted outside the official grant process.
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Some projects require more than funding to succeed. Where needed, Changemakers are connected with relevant professionals, mentors, or partner organisations who can provide specialised guidance and support throughout implementation.
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Once funding is awarded, successful applicants receive individual grant agreements outlining the terms and expectations of support. Projects must begin within six months of receiving funding. Grant recipients are required to submit interim and final reports, demonstrate how funds were used, and provide evidence of project activities through photos and videos.
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High-resolution images must clearly show Global Changemakers’ support through visible branding such as posters, banners, or printed materials. Where possible, video documentation is also encouraged. These do not need to be edited.
We host an open call for grant proposals bi-annually. Please subscribe to our newsletter to be the first to know when we open applications.
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