Call For Application: UNDP Nigeria GEF Small Grants Programme 2026

UNDP Nigeria is calling on interested applicants to apply for the GEF Small Grants Programme (GEF-SGP) 2026 by filling the UNDP GEF SGP Nigeria - Project Concept Form

Submission of a Concept is the first step in the application process for GEF Small Grants Programme (GEF-SGP) support. A Concept is a brief description of the idea for the project, which is reviewed by the GEF-SGP National Coordinator. If time permits, the National Coordinator can further discuss the idea with the proposing organisation and others, and can advise whether or not the idea can be considered for GEF-SGP support.

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The Concept submission is intended to begin a dialogue between potential project implementers and the GEF-SGP to clarify and refine project ideas, before the proponent(s) invest(s) substantial time and resources into an elaborate proposal development.

ONLY the following organisations are eligible to apply for the GEF SGP fund: CSOs, NGOs, CBOs, Cooperatives, Social Enterprises, and Research/Academic Institutions.

Ideas by Research/academic institutions must be practical, and the proponent must provide proof that the funds requested are not part of the normal subvention to run the institution.

Any other organisation MUST contact the SGP first before completing/submitting a Concept Form. The GEF SGP will not give grants to one and/or related organisation (s) for two projects at a time.

Application Form link

Applicants should fill the application form here https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Xtvls0QpN0iZ9XSIrOVDGbxL-if9Qn5IoFLQ5cBifuFUNjhOUU9LTFdITDFINU41Q0Q4VVlCSVpGOC4u

Application INSTRUCTIONS

Submit this form within the specified period in the call for proposal advert, if any. Please do not submit a concept paper via email or any other means.

In completing this Concept Form, you must follow the instructions strictly to avoid delay and possible disqualification. You should follow the format provided below, briefly addressing the key factors relevant to GEF-SGP: project purpose and intended environmental and sustainable livelihood impacts, relevance to country and global GEF-SGP strategies (including GEF focal areas), community participation and proponent's capacity.

Please note that feedback will only be sent to organisations whose concept papers are shortlisted.

For further inquiries, please contact the National Coordinator: UN House, Plot 617/618 Diplomatic Zone, Central Business District, Abuja, Nigeria. Tel: +234 7082648989 (9 am - 5 pm weekdays only)

Website: https: www.undp.org/nigeria, https://sgp.undp.org; https://sgpnigeria.org