Prince Casper Foundation Impact Grants 2026/2027: How to Apply; The Prince Casper Foundation is accepting applications for its 2026/2027 Impact Grants for eligible educators and education workers in Nigeria. The programme offers 26 grants worth a combined ₦6 million to support projects aimed at improving educational outcomes for children and young people.
Applications opened on 21 September 2026 and will close at 11:59 p.m. West Africa Time (WAT) on 6 November 2026.
Prince Casper Foundation Impact Grants: Categories and Amounts
The 2026/2027 Impact Grants programme has three funding categories, with different award amounts based on the scope and needs of each proposed project.
- Trailblazer Grant: Seven awards of ₦500,000 each for transformational projects designed to create sustainable change.
- Catalyst Grant: Six awards of ₦200,000 each for promising initiatives that are ready to grow.
- Launchpad Grant: Thirteen awards of ₦100,000 each for early-stage projects.
Applicants cannot choose their preferred funding category. The selection committee will determine the appropriate award based on the project’s scope, cost, need and relevance.
Eligibility Requirements for the Prince Casper Foundation Grants
The Impact Grants are open to educators and education workers who meet the foundation’s eligibility criteria.
Applicants must:
- Work in Nigeria’s primary or secondary education sector.
- Contribute directly to the educational outcomes of children or young people.
- Serve rural or underserved communities.
- Demonstrate financial need that affects their ability to carry out their educational work.
Eligible applicants may include:
- Teachers.
- School heads.
- School administrators.
- Education programme staff.
- Workers in non-governmental organisations (NGOs).
- Education volunteers.
Interested applicants should ensure that their work supports children or young people in primary or secondary education and that their proposed projects address relevant educational needs.
Focus Areas for the 2026/2027 Impact Grants
Each applicant must select two of the foundation’s four focus areas when preparing an application. The available focus areas are:
1. Learning Access
This category supports projects that improve access to educational resources and essential learning facilities. Relevant initiatives may include classroom resources, infrastructure improvements, water and sanitation facilities, and learning materials.
2. Digital Innovation
This focus area supports the use of technology to improve education. Projects may involve computers, internet connectivity, digital learning resources and technology literacy.
3. Educator Excellence
This category focuses on strengthening educators’ skills and improving teaching and school management. Relevant initiatives may include teacher training, improved teaching practices, digital skills development and school leadership.
4. Inclusive Empowerment
This category supports initiatives that promote inclusion, student welfare and personal development. Projects may focus on special-needs support, psychosocial care, welfare services and vocational skills.
Applicants should select the two areas that most closely match their proposed projects and explain how their initiatives will address the identified educational challenges.
Documents Required for the Prince Casper Foundation Impact Grants
Applicants must prepare the following documents and information before completing the online application:
- Letter of Intent: A document of 500–750 words explaining the problem the project intends to address, the proposed solution and the expected impact.
- Curriculum vitae (CV): A PDF copy of the applicant’s CV containing a recent photograph.
- Itemised budget: A breakdown of the project’s expected costs.
- Referee details: Information about a referee who can support the application.
Applicants may also provide optional supporting materials, including photographs, quotations, certificates and evidence of previous projects.
Preparing the required documents in advance can help applicants complete the application form accurately and submit it before the deadline.
How to Apply for the Prince Casper Foundation Impact Grants 2026/2027
Eligible educators and education workers can apply online by following these steps:
- Read the official Prince Casper Foundation Impact Grants guidelines to understand the programme requirements.
- Prepare the required documents, including the Letter of Intent, PDF CV with a recent photograph, itemised budget and referee details.
- Select two of the foundation’s four focus areas that align with the proposed project.
- Visit the Prince Casper Foundation application portal and complete the online application form.
- Review the information and supporting documents before submitting the application.
- Submit the completed application no later than 11:59 p.m. WAT on 6 November 2026.
Applicants are advised to complete their submissions early to avoid missing the deadline.
Application Deadline and Project Start Date
The important dates for the Prince Casper Foundation 2026/2027 Impact Grants are as follows:
- Application opening date: 21 September 2026.
- Application deadline: 6 November 2026, at 11:59 p.m. WAT.
- Earliest project start: January 2027.
Applicants should note that projects must not begin before January 2027.
Contact for Enquiries
For questions or further information about the Impact Grants, applicants can contact the Prince Casper Foundation by email at grants@princecasper.org.
Eligible educators and education workers in Nigeria are encouraged to review the guidelines, prepare their project proposals and submit their applications before the deadline.
