Overview

The Gender and Learning Evidence Fund is now open for applications, offering grants of up to $250,000 USD to organisations working to improve education outcomes while addressing gender gaps across Africa.

Eligibility

Applications are open to registered organisations from multiple sectors, including nonprofits, academic institutions, for-profits, multilateral bodies, faith-based organisations, and government agencies. To be eligible, applicants must already be implementing a programme focused on learning, gender equality, or both, targeting students in specific transition stages:

Grades 4 to 6 (lower to upper primary)
Grades 7 to 9 (upper primary to secondary)

Consortia and multi-country proposals are also welcome.

Benefits

Grants of up to $250,000 USD for research and programme improvements.
Access to technical support in research design, monitoring and evaluation, data analysis, adaptive testing, and policy engagement.
Joining a cohort of organisations for peer learning and collaboration.
Support for communicating results through publications, evidence briefs, and visibility opportunities.

How to Apply

Applicants are required to submit a short two-page proposal outlining their current programme, proposed research project, and expected impact. Shortlisted applicants will then participate in two interview stages.