Applications for the 2025–2026 FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund are now being accepted. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
About FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund
Opportunity Details
- Date Published: October 28, 2025
- Application Deadline: December 31, 2025
- Category: Entrepreneurs
Grants
The FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund supports grassroots organizations expanding access to quality education and sports for children in underserved communities. By uniting resources and partnerships, FIFA and Global Citizen aim to give every child the chance to learn, grow, and thrive. Apply now to join us in building a brighter, more equitable future for children worldwide.
Benefits of FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund
- Grants range from $50k - $250k USD
FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund Requirements
- Financial Impediments to Education: Does the organization demonstrate a commitment to mitigating the financial barriers that often prevent children, particularly vulnerable populations, from accessing or continuing their education?
- Educational Infrastructure: Are the organization’s initiatives aimed at improving the physical infrastructure of educational facilities, creating more conducive and accessible learning environments?
- Inclusive Practices: Is the organization committed to developing and implementing inclusive practices that ensure equitable opportunities for all students, with a particular focus on female students and students with disabilities and diverse learning needs, breaking down systemic barriers to their participation and success?
- Child Safeguarding: Does the organization demonstrate a robust framework for child safeguarding, prioritizing the safety and well-being of all children involved in its programs?
- Legal Non-Profit Registration

The applicant organization must possess unequivocal legal registration as a non-profit entity within the specific country where the grant funds are intended to be utilized.
- Direct Implementation of Proposed Activities
The organization must be directly involved in carrying out the initiatives aimed at enhancing educational access or improving educational quality, for which funding is sought.
- Demonstrable Financial Stability
Organizations must exhibit robust financial stability, evidenced by a minimum of 3 years of comprehensive financial audits where available or certified financial records.
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to applicaation website to apply
Application Deadline
31 December, 2025
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