Written by Applications are now open for the Jerry Eze Foundation Business & Entrepreneurship Grant Program, an initiative designed to support entrepreneurs and small business owners with financial support, mentorship, and capacity development.
The program aims to strengthen small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by providing funding that enables entrepreneurs to grow their businesses, create jobs, and contribute to economic development.
About the Grant Program
The Entrepreneurship Grant supports promising business owners with funding opportunities that can reach up to $300,000 across selected beneficiaries.
The initiative focuses on empowering entrepreneurs with the resources needed to expand operations, strengthen their businesses, and increase their impact in their communities.
What Selected Entrepreneurs Receive
Participants in the program will benefit from:
- Grant funding support distributed among selected businesses
- Entrepreneurship training and mentorship
- Business development support
- Networking opportunities with other entrepreneurs and ecosystem partners
The program focuses on helping entrepreneurs build sustainable and scalable ventures.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants are generally expected to:
- Be entrepreneurs or small business owners
- Operate a registered or active business
- Demonstrate a clear business idea or existing enterprise with growth potential
- Show how the funding will help scale their business or create economic impact
Entrepreneurs from various sectors, including agriculture, technology, manufacturing, retail, and services, are encouraged to apply.
Why This Matters
Access to funding remains one of the biggest challenges for entrepreneurs in Africa. Initiatives like the Jerry Eze Foundation Grant help bridge this gap by providing capital, mentorship, and strategic support to promising businesses.
The program is designed to help entrepreneurs transform ideas into sustainable ventures that contribute to job creation and economic growth.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit their applications through the official portal below:
Applicants are encouraged to complete the form carefully and provide accurate details about their businesses and funding needs.