The Youth4Climate Call for Solutions 2025 returns for its third edition, providing funding, mentorship, and global exposure to young individuals and youth-led organizations tackling climate challenges. Open to applicants from 159 countries, the initiative empowers youth-led solutions across six thematic areas, offering up to $30,000 in seed funding, plus learning and networking opportunities.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Individuals aged 18 to 29, or youth-led organizations where the majority of leadership is aged 18-29.
- Must be a national of one of the 159 eligible countries and territories listed in the guidelines.
- Legally registered youth-led CSOs, NGOs, CBOs, or companies also eligible.
- Projects must be implemented in one of the eligible countries.
- Proposal and supporting materials must follow the official guidelines and templates.
Benefits:
- Up to USD $30,000 in seed funding per successful applicant.
- Mentorship program including group workshops, one-on-one mentoring, and pitching feedback sessions.
- Visibility and networking opportunities at country, regional, and global levels to scale and grow projects.
- Implementation period of up to 24 months.
- Proposals accepted in English, French, Spanish, or Portuguese.
How to Apply:
- Register and create a profile on the Youth4Climate online platform using this link.
- Download and read the full Call for Solutions Guidelines in your preferred language (English, French, Spanish, or Portuguese).
- Fill out the Budget and Workplan template and prepare a 3-minute video pitch following the instructions in the guidelines.
- Complete your application on the platform, attaching all required templates and the video.
- Submit your full proposal via the application portal.
Required Documents:
- Completed application form via the Youth4Climate platform.
- Budget and Workplan template.
- 3-minute pitch video.
- Any other documents specified in the guidelines.
Application Deadline:
May 26, 2025, 23:59 CET (Central European Time).
If you’re a young changemaker ready to drive impactful climate solutions, don’t miss this chance to secure funding, gain mentorship, and elevate your project to the global stage. Apply now and turn your innovative ideas into action for a sustainable future! 🌍✨
