The Federation of International Football Association (FIFA), in collaboration with Global Citizen, has opened applications for the 2026 Global Citizen Education Fund.
This initiative provides funding support to community and grassroots organizations promoting access to quality education and sports for children in underserved communities.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: FIFA
- Category: Training | Grants
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Up to $250,000 Grant
- Deadline: December 31, 2025
Scholarship Details
The FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund is designed to strengthen and expand grassroots educational and sports programs for children in marginalized communities worldwide. By supporting community-based organizations, the Fund promotes equitable access to learning, encourages youth development through sports, and fosters opportunities for children to grow and succeed.
This initiative seeks to create positive, measurable impact in communities by connecting education, culture, and sports to drive long-term transformation.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, organizations must:
- Be a registered non-profit organization within the country where the project will be implemented
- Be a community-based, grassroots organization serving between 500 and 10,000 individuals
- Request no more than 50% of their total annual operating budget for the grant year
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of this scholarship will receive:
- Access to grants ranging from $50,000 to $250,000 USD
- Support for education and sports-based community development initiatives
- Strengthening of learning environments, curriculum support, and children’s participation in safe recreation
- Opportunity to expand organizational impact and sustainability
Evaluation Criteria
Applications will be assessed based on:
- Financial Barriers to Education: Commitment to reducing financial obstacles that limit children’s access to schooling
- Educational Infrastructure: Efforts to improve learning environments and facility standards
- Inclusive Practices: Programs ensuring equal access for girls, children with disabilities, and other underserved groups
- Child Safeguarding: Strong practices that protect children’s safety and well-being
- Legal Non-Profit Registration: Must be legally recognized within the implementing country
- Direct Project Implementation: Organization must be directly responsible for the delivery of proposed programs
- Financial Stability: Ability to demonstrate sound financial management and records (preferably with 3 years of audited or certified financial statements)
How to Apply
To apply for this program:
- Visit the application portal
- Prepare all required organizational and project documents
- Submit your application and await further communication
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