SEED Grant Program 2026: Get $25,000–$50,000 for Your NGO's Grassroots Work

If you're running a small NGO or civil society organisation that's doing real work in your community but struggling to access the funding to scale it, the SEED Grant Program 2026 from the Oneness Revival Team (ORT) could be exactly what you've been praying for. Grants range from $25,000 to $50,000, and applications are open now.

What Is the SEED Grant Program?

The SEED Grant is a one-year funding programme in ORT's fourth annual grant cycle, designed to support grassroots initiatives, build organisational capacity, and fund projects that create positive social, economic, and environmental impact. It's part of a global effort by ORT to help small, emerging NGOs that are making a measurable difference in their communities but haven't yet had the financial backing to match their vision.

ORT actually runs two grant tracks this cycle:

SEED Grant — for NGOs that have never received ORT funding before, or who simply prefer general project support.

THRIVE Grant — for NGOs previously funded by ORT and in good standing, looking to expand or sustain their programmes.

This post focuses on the SEED Grant, since that's the one most first-time applicants — including many grassroots organisations across Nigeria and Africa — will be eligible for.

Who Is This For?

The SEED Grant is built for:

Legally registered NGOs and civil society organisations working on grassroots development

Organisations with an annual operating budget under $100,000 (some listings specify under $50,000, so check the portal for the exact figure at application time)

NGOs that have not previously received ORT funding

Organisations with a clear mission, defined objectives, and measurable community impact

Groups that can demonstrate transparency in financial management and accountability

Geographically, it's a global opportunity with a focus on developing countries, so NGOs across Nigeria and the wider African continent are well within scope — particularly those working in community development, sustainable livelihoods, capacity building, advocacy, and social or environmental impact.

Why You Should Apply

Serious funding for a small organisation. $25,000–$50,000 is transformative money for an NGO operating on a shoestring budget — enough to launch a new project, scale an existing one, or finally invest in the organisational systems (finance, governance, staffing) that make future funding easier to attract.

Flexible use of funds. The grant can support launching or scaling projects, strengthening organisational capacity, and funding advocacy or community outreach activities — not just a single narrow project line item.

No prior ORT relationship required. Unlike the THRIVE Grant, SEED is specifically open to organisations applying to ORT for the first time.

Sets you up for future cycles. Being funded and in good standing this year positions your NGO for the THRIVE Grant in future cycles.

What You'll Need to Apply

Based on ORT's published requirements, have these ready before you start your application:

A completed grant application form (via the ORT online portal)

A detailed project proposal outlining goals, activities, and expected impact

A budget breakdown showing how the funds will be used

Proof of your organisation's non-profit registration and legal status

A list of key team members and your organisational structure

Deadline

20 December 2026, 5:00 PM (local time)

Don't wait until the final week — proposal writing, budgeting, and gathering registration documents takes time, and grant portals tend to get overwhelmed close to deadline.

How to Apply

Applications are submitted online through the Oneness Revival Team's official grant portal: onenessrevivalteam.info/grant-application

For questions, ORT can be reached at info@onenessrevivalteam.info.

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