Are you running a grassroot organization that's making a real difference in children's lives through education and sport? This funding opportunity could help you scale your impact.
Funding Available: $50,000 - $250,000 USD
The FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund is investing $50 million directly into grassroots programs across 200+ communities worldwide. This is your chance to secure the resources you need to expand your reach and transform more young lives.
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
- Community-based and grassroots organizations that are:
- Working directly with K-12 children in underserved communities
- Focused on improving education access, literacy, and learning outcomes
- Creating opportunities for children to play and develop through sport
- Building inclusive environments, especially for girls and children with disabilities
REQUIREMENTS
- Be legally registered in your country of operation
- Demonstrate proven results in education and/or sport programming for children
- Show strong organizational capacity to manage and sustain funded programs
- Serve communities where barriers to education and sport access are significant
- Promote inclusion with special attention to girls and children with diverse learning needs
- Build partnerships to leverage additional resources beyond this grant
- Complement, not replace existing public funding
KEY DATES
- Applications Open: October 27, 2025
- Application Deadline: December 31, 2025
- Grantees Announced: Early 2026
ABOUT THE FUND
Created by FIFA and Global Citizen, this fund operates on one core belief: when children can learn and play, they thrive.
WHY THIS MATTERS:
- 350 million children worldwide are out of school
- 133 million don't meet basic reading and math proficiency by the end of primary school
- Education + sport = a powerful combination for building knowledge, confidence, and life skills
The Fund connects education, sport, culture, and philanthropy to support local organizations that understand their communities best. By investing in community-led solutions, the Fund creates lasting change that grows from within.
Part of a larger initiative, the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund also supports FIFA's Football for Schools (F4S) program, a joint FIFA-UNESCO project advancing life skills and community development through football.
THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Ready to apply? Here's what to expect:
1. Eligibility screening to confirm your organization aligns with the Fund's goals
2. Online submission of your organizational details and project proposal
3. Comprehensive evaluation based on educational need, impact potential, organizational capacity, and sustainability
4. Review period followed by grantee announcements in early 2026
