2026 FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund | Up to $250,000 Award
Posted April 30, 2026
Job Description
2026 FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund | Up to $250,000 Award
The FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund supports grassroots organizations expanding access to quality education and sports for children in underserved communities.
The Fund mobilizes resources and partnerships to support grassroots organizations improving education outcomes, particularly 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.
Summary
- Type: Grants
- Sponsored by: FIFA
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Value: $250,000 Grant
- Deadline: 31st December, 2025
Requirements for the 2026 FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund
To be considered for the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, you must:
- be community-based, grassroots organizations serving between 500 and 10,000 individuals.
- request an amount less than 50% of the applicant’s annual budget for the proposed grant year.
- be a registered non-profit entity within the specific country where the grant funds are intended to be utilized.
Benefits
- Grants range from $50K- $250K USD
- Provides grants to grassroots organizations advancing education and sports.
- Strengthens literacy, learning quality, and access for children globally.
- Connects the worlds of sport, culture, and philanthropy to drive measurable impact.
Evaluation Criteria for the 2026 FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund
- 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.
Deadline: 31st December, 2025
Apply Here for the 2026 FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund
Requirements
To be considered for the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, you must:
- be community-based, grassroots organizations serving between 500 and 10,000 individuals.
- request an amount less than 50% of the applicant’s annual budget for the proposed grant year.
- be a registered non-profit entity within the specific country where the grant funds are intended to be utilized.
Benefits
- Grants range from $50K- $250K USD
- Provides grants to grassroots organizations advancing education and sports.
- Strengthens literacy, learning quality, and access for children globally.
- Connects the worlds of sport, culture, and philanthropy to drive measurable impact.
Evaluation Criteria for the 2026 FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund
- 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.
Deadline: 31st December, 2025