Are you a creative hub, festival, or community-based initiative in Sub-Saharan Africa? The SoCreative Communities Micro-Grants offer an exciting opportunity to secure £1,000 in funding to support your learner engagement and creative education efforts.
This opportunity is a British Council initiative under the SoCreative eLearning platform, designed to enhance access, mentorship, and completion of creative learning in African communities. The SoCreative Communities Micro-Grants will be awarded to eligible organizations committed to driving creative learning and development.
About the SoCreative Communities Micro-Grants
Launched in June 2025, the SoCreative Communities Micro-Grants are part of the British Council’s broader mission to invest in creative skills and digital education across Africa. Through this initiative, creative hubs and learning communities can receive £1,000 to support onboarding, mentorship, access, and course completion efforts for learners engaging with the SoCreative eLearning platform.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the SoCreative Communities Micro-Grants, your organization must:
- Be a creative hub, community group, festival, or similar organization
- Be based in Sub-Saharan Africa
- Be formally or informally registered
- Show a commitment to supporting learners on the SoCreative eLearning platform
Whether you’re offering digital onboarding sessions, organizing offline meetups to help learners stay motivated, or connecting mentors with new creatives—this grant is for you.
What the Grant Covers
Each selected organization will receive £1,000 in micro-grant funding to:
- Improve learner onboarding experiences
- Support mentorship programs
- Enhance access to learning platforms
- Encourage course participation and completion
These flexible funds are meant to remove learning barriers and foster long-term creative engagement.
Important Dates
- Grant Launch: June 10, 2025
- Info Sessions:
- June 17, 2025 at 10:00 AM GMT
- July 14, 2025 at 10:00 AM GMT
- Application Deadline: October 10, 2025
Early planning is encouraged to give your proposal the best chance of success.
How to Apply
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Attend an Info Session
Get guidance directly from the British Council by joining a virtual session. These events will help clarify expectations and inspire strong proposals. - Prepare Your Proposal
Include a brief about your organization, your engagement strategy for learners, and a breakdown of how the £1,000 grant will be used. - Submit Online
Apply before October 10, 2025 using the official application form.
👉 Click here to apply for the SoCreative Communities Micro-Grants
👉 Read more about the SoCreative Communities Micro-Grants Programme
🧠 Expert Tips from Grant Database
“To stand out, applicants should focus on clear outcomes, collaboration, and sustainability. Include how your initiative directly helps learners access and complete the SoCreative courses. Make sure your budget aligns with your proposed activities. The more focused and learner-centered your approach, the stronger your application will be.”
— Grant Review Team, GrantsDatabase.org
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