Fit4Future: Empowering Youth through Digital Innovation

About

Fondation Botnar's Fit4Future program is offering funding and support to organisations in 8 countries to empower youth aged 10-24 through digital innovation, with a focus on creating inclusive cities and addressing barriers in education for marginalised groups.

Benefits

• Funding starting from CHF 200,000, with a total pool of CHF 3.19 million
• Opportunities to leverage AI and digital technologies
• Focus on community ownership and alignment with public systems
• Projects addressing barriers in education for marginalised groups are prioritised
• Encourages youth involvement in shaping inclusive urban spaces.

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to organisations in Romania, Ghana, Senegal, Tanzania, Indonesia, Vietnam, Colombia, and Ecuador
• Projects must target youth aged 10-24 years
• Must align with Fit4Future's vision and strategic goals
• Local co-funding (cash or in-kind) is preferred
• Strong local ownership and partnerships are required
• Only 10% of the budget can cover overhead costs
• Subcontracting is allowed, but lead applicants bear full responsibility
• Budgets must demonstrate financial transparency and equity for low- and middle-income countries.