Deadline: Sunday, 13 July 2025
Are you a young changemaker committed to restoring landscapes and empowering your community? The GLF/YIL Restoration Stewards Program 2026 (€5,000 grant) is now open for applications, offering financial support, mentorship, and global visibility to youth-led restoration projects around the world. This is a golden opportunity for young leaders to scale up their environmental impact while gaining international exposure and capacity-building support.
About the GLF/YIL Restoration Stewards Program 2026 (€5,000 Grant)
The GLF/YIL Restoration Stewards Program 2026 (€5,000 grant) is an initiative of the Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) and the Youth in Landscapes Initiative (YIL), launched in 2020. The programme is designed to support youth aged 18 to 35 who are actively engaged in restoration projects within diverse ecosystems such as forests, mountains, wetlands, oceans, peatlands, drylands, and rangelands.
Through this annual programme, selected stewards receive a comprehensive support package including a €5,000 grant, personalised mentorship, training opportunities, and international visibility for their work.
Who Can Apply?
Eligible applicants must:
- Be between 18 and 35 years old.
- Lead or be part of a youth-led initiative actively working on restoration in a local landscape.
- Have an ongoing project running for at least six months.
- Belong to, or work with, underrepresented groups such as Indigenous peoples, women, or rural communities.
- Have at least one team member proficient in English.
Priority is given to youth from the Global South, including Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean.
What’s in It for You?
Selected Restoration Stewards will receive:
- €5,000 grant to enhance the impact of their restoration initiative.
- One-on-one mentorship with industry professionals and GLF team members.
- Access to GLF Landscape Academy training modules and tailored workshops.
- Global visibility and storytelling support, including content creation, features on GLF platforms, and participation in high-profile international events.
- A platform to inspire action and engage local communities through restoration events and campaigns.
Responsibilities of Selected Stewards
Successful candidates must commit to:
- Establishing and reporting on clear milestones and project targets.
- Organising at least one community engagement event within the project landscape.
- Participating in GLF-provided training and mentoring.
- Contributing regular project updates (articles, videos, and photos).
- Collaborating on content and promotional materials for GLF channels.
- Maintaining open communication with GLF and programme mentors throughout the year.
Application Requirements
Applicants must provide:
- A 200-word personal narrative detailing your restoration experience.
- A 1-minute video (shared via unlisted link or social media) explaining your motivation to become a Restoration Steward.
- Project information including:
- Project name
- Landscape description (200 words)
- Objectives and activities (400 words)
- Vision for the project post-programme (200 words)
- A detailed budget breakdown (in PDF or Word) showing how the €5,000 grant will be used.
- At least one photo of the project site.
Deadline for Submission
All applications must be submitted by Sunday, 13 July 2025, at 23:59 CEST (UTC+2). Late submissions will not be considered.
🔗 Application Links
- 👉 Click here to apply for the GLF/YIL Restoration Stewards Program 2026
- 🔍 Read more about the programme here
Final Thoughts
The GLF/YIL Restoration Stewards Program 2026 (€5,000 grant) is more than just a funding opportunity — it is a transformative journey for young restoration leaders who are ready to create lasting impact in their communities and ecosystems. With support from GLF and YIL, you’ll gain the tools, networks, and visibility needed to drive your mission forward.
If you’re leading an impactful restoration initiative, don’t miss your chance to be a part of this empowering programme.
Need help with your application?
Contact grantsdatabase.org for proposal drafting, refining and review.
