Call for Proposals: FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund (Cycle I – 2026)
About
Global Citizen is a movement using its collective voice to end extreme poverty by 2030. Global Citizens learn about the causes of extreme poverty, take action, and earn rewards for their actions as part of a global community committed to lasting change.
The Fund is a partnership between FIFA and Global Citizen, aimed at expanding access to quality education and sport for children in underserved communities worldwide.
Global Citizen
Grant size: USD 50,000 to USD 250,000 per award.
one‑year grants only; recipients are not eligible to reapply in the same cycle.
The Fund is a partnership between FIFA and Global Citizen, aimed at expanding access to quality education and sport for children in underserved communities worldwide.
Grant size: USD 50,000 to USD 250,000 per award.
One‑year grants only; recipients are not eligible to reapply in the same cycle.
Applications open: 27 October 2025. Closing: 31 December 2025. Awards announced early February 2026.
bility & Key Requirements
Applicants must be grassroots, community‑based non‑profit organizations legally registered in the country where the project will take place.
Organizations should serve 500 to 10,000 individuals annually.
The requested grant amount must be less than 50% of the organization’s annual operating budget for the grant year.
The project must be directly implemented by the applicant organization (not just in partnership) and should address education access, quality, or sport for children.
🎯 What the Fund Supports
Programs that integrate education + sport/physical activity as tools for child learning and development.
Global Citizen
Initiatives focusing on inclusive learning environments, especially for girls, children with disabilities, and other underserved groups.
Efforts to build or improve educational infrastructure, reduce barriers (financial, geographic, cultural) to schooling and learning.
Eligibility
Legally registered non-profits with at least 3 years of financial stability, directly implementing education or sports programs.
Opens October 27, 2025