Submit a community project
FundGrid funds verified, community-owned projects in Nigeria. Read the requirements below before you apply — submissions come from an organisation account so we can hold documents, questions and milestone evidence in one place.
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Who can apply
Your organisation must meet all of the following before a project can be reviewed.
- Legally registered in Nigeria as an NGO, CBO, foundation, trust, cooperative or faith-based organisation.
- At least 12 months of operating history with delivered community work you can evidence.
- A governing board or management committee of at least three unrelated members.
- A corporate bank account in the organisation's name — no personal accounts.
- A named project lead who is contactable by phone, email or WhatsApp throughout review.
- Willingness to accept milestone-based funding, field verification and public reporting.
Documents to prepare
Have these ready before you start. Missing documents are the most common reason a submission stalls.
Registration and legal status
- CAC certificate of incorporation (or state/LGA registration for community organisations)
- CAC status report or constitution / memorandum and articles
- Tax Identification Number (TIN), and SCUML registration where applicable
- Board or trustee list with names, roles and contact details
Financial records
- Most recent 12 months of audited or management accounts
- Six months of corporate bank statements
- Evidence of prior grants or donations managed, if any
- A signed financial policy covering procurement and expense approval
Project documents
- Detailed budget broken into line items with quantities and unit costs
- Implementation plan with milestones, timelines and evidence per phase
- Site photographs, needs assessment or community request letter
- Letters of support or permission from the community, school, clinic or LGA
- Quotes from at least two suppliers or contractors for major items
Safeguarding and compliance
- Child protection and safeguarding policy where the project involves minors
- Anti-fraud, anti-bribery and conflict-of-interest declarations
- Data protection commitment for any beneficiary information collected
- Consent to independent field verification by a FundGrid implementing partner
What happens after you submit
Every project moves through the same six stages. Most reviews complete within four to eight weeks.
- 1
Account and organisation profile
Create an organisation account and complete your profile with the documents listed above.
- 2
Pre-screening
FundGrid checks eligibility, registration and budget realism, and may ask clarifying questions.
- 3
Partner review
An implementing partner reviews technical feasibility, costing and community demand.
- 4
Field verification
A verifier visits the site and submits geo-tagged photographs and community confirmation.
- 5
Final approval and publication
Approved projects are published, matched to Impact Pool allocation or corporate sponsorship.
- 6
Milestone funding and reporting
Money is released phase by phase against verified evidence, published on the project page.
Ready to apply?
Create your organisation account, upload your documents, and submit your first project.