Call for Grant Applications –
Giving Joy New Regional Grant
About Organisation
Giving Joy is a global organization dedicated to empowering women entrepreneurs by providing them with micro-grants and mentorship opportunities. Its mission is to strengthen and inspire women-led businesses and initiatives, ensuring that both the recipients and their communities benefit. Through financial support and guidance, Giving Joy enables women to start new ventures or expand existing businesses, fostering sustainable economic growth and social impact.
The organization believes in the power of women-led initiatives to create positive change, whether in entrepreneurship, social welfare, or community development. By focusing on women’s empowerment, Giving Joy contributes to long-term economic stability, self-sufficiency, and leadership opportunities for women across diverse regions. The organization recognizes the unique challenges faced by women entrepreneurs and seeks to bridge the gap through accessible funding and mentorship.
With a strong commitment to inclusivity, Giving Joy supports a wide range of projects, from small businesses to nonprofit initiatives, that focus on improving the lives of women, girls, and families. Its grants provide an opportunity for women to develop innovative solutions, build sustainable enterprises, and contribute meaningfully to their communities. By investing in women’s success, Giving Joy fosters resilience, creativity, and long-term social progress worldwide.
About the Grant
Giving Joy offers micro-grants to support women entrepreneurs in launching or expanding their businesses, nonprofits, or specific projects. The grants aim to enhance women’s economic independence while benefiting the communities they serve. Due to limited funding, the organization awards between five to ten grants per cycle, selecting from thousands of applications received globally.
To increase accessibility, Giving Joy has introduced a region-specific application schedule starting in January 2025. Each quarter, applications will be open for one month, allowing dedicated attention to each geographic region. This approach ensures consideration of local challenges, innovations, and opportunities, enhancing the impact of the grants.
The grant funds can be used for various purposes, including establishing a new business, expanding an existing initiative, or launching a nonprofit organization. The grant period lasts six months, during which recipients must utilize the funds for their proposed activities. Successful applicants will be notified individually via email.
Grants are awarded up to $500 USD, with final amounts determined based on proposed activities and available funding. Giving Joy remains committed to supporting women-led initiatives that drive sustainable economic and social progress, making a meaningful difference in communities worldwide.
Who can Apply?
The Giving Joy micro-grant is open to women entrepreneurs and changemakers from any country, state, or territory worldwide. The grant aims to support women-led initiatives that focus on empowering women, girls, and families through business, nonprofit work, or community projects.
Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
- Propose a project, business, or initiative in any field, trade, occupation, or craft, provided it aligns with the organization’s mission of supporting women and families.
- Ensure that all proposed activities are legal and comply with relevant laws in their respective countries.
- Demonstrate a clear plan for utilizing the grant within the six-month grant period.
- Have a project that showcases innovation, sustainability, and community impact.
This funding opportunity is designed for women seeking financial assistance to create or expand businesses, nonprofits, or projects that generate social or economic benefits. The grant is flexible, allowing applicants to tailor proposals based on their specific needs, ensuring maximum impact and effectiveness.
How to Apply?
Applicants can submit their proposals through the designated application portal during the open application period for their region. The application must detail the proposed project, its objectives, and how the grant funds will be utilized. Successful applicants will be notified individually via email.
Application Deadline
Applications open quarterly, with each region receiving a one-month application window every quarter, starting in January 2025.
Last Date to Apply
The final application deadline for each region will be communicated based on the quarterly schedule.
Grant Amount
Grants are awarded up to $500 USD, with the exact amount determined based on the proposed activities and available funding.
Last Date To Apply
For more information, please visit the grant website here.
