Youth Climate Justice Fund 2026: Call for Applications – Global South Opportunities

The Youth Climate Justice Fund (YCJF) is a global funding initiative dedicated to resourcing emerging youth-led movements advancing climate justice and socio-environmental justice. Through a participatory, youth-centred grantmaking approach, YCJF supports young people who are building collective power, holding decision-makers accountable, and driving locally rooted climate action.
The 2026 application round will open soon, inviting eligible youth-led groups working at local or national levels to apply for flexible grants that strengthen grassroots organising and community-led solutions.
YCJF provides grants tailored to the scale and reach of youth-led initiatives:
Funding is designed to support organising, advocacy, movement building, and climate justice initiatives grounded in local realities.
YCJF encourages applications from youth-led groups and collectives that are actively addressing climate and socio-environmental justice through inclusive and community-based approaches.
Applicants should consider applying if:
Eligible groups must be based in one of the following regions:
Additional considerations include:
Eligible groups must demonstrate a commitment to:
YCJF places particular emphasis on groups that are:
YCJF uses a transparent and participatory grantmaking process that centres youth leadership and regional expertise.
YCJF is committed to accessibility and inclusion. Applications are accepted in multiple languages to ensure youth-led groups can engage fully in the process. Frequently Asked Questions and application guidance are available in:
Groups are encouraged to review the full guidance materials ahead of the application opening.
Prospective applicants can prepare in advance by downloading the 2024 application package, which includes:
Applicants are also encouraged to:
YCJF is continuously evolving its processes to ensure meaningful participation, shared ownership, and equitable access to resources. Beyond funding, YCJF seeks to build a global community of youth-led climate justice groups that learn from one another, strengthen collective power, and advance long-term systemic change.
Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the funding organization. For any inquiries, please contact the responsible organization directly. Please do not send your applications to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.
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