[MacArthur Foundation](https://www.macfound.org)

Not accepting unsolicited proposals

Amounts not specified; varies by project and initiative focus

Empowers young Nigerians through digital inclusion, innovation, economic opportunity, and civic engagement to drive social and economic change.

Unsolicited proposals are not accepted; contact the foundation to share ideas.

--- ## Description Nigeria Next is a MacArthur Foundation initiative designed to empower young people in Nigeria by advancing digital inclusion, creativity and innovation, economic opportunities, civic participation, and the development of evidence-based government policies. The program seeks to address barriers to digital access, foster innovation ecosystems, and amplify youth voices in civic and policy spaces. Through grants, impact investments, and thought leadership, Nigeria Next aims to support research, policy development, advocacy, trainings, convenings, and pilot projects that expand access to technology, encourage creative entrepreneurship, and promote policies that empower Nigeria’s youth. --- ## Due Dates - The program is **not accepting unsolicited proposals at this time**. - Interested parties may contact the foundation to share ideas or perspectives. --- ## Funding Amount - **Award Size:** Funding amounts are not publicly specified and may vary depending on the project scope and alignment with initiative priorities. - **Duration:** Project duration is determined on a case-by-case basis. - The program uses a mix of grants and impact investments. --- ## Eligibility - Primarily supports organizations and initiatives focused on empowering young people in Nigeria. - Eligible activities include research, policy development, advocacy, trainings, convenings, and pilot projects related to: - Digital inclusion (access, skills, AI knowledge) - Creativity and innovation (hubs, incubators, workforce development) - Civic participation (journalism, media, digital citizenship) - Evidence-based policy analysis - **Unsolicited proposals are not accepted**; engagement is by invitation or through direct contact with the foundation. --- ## Application Process - Unsolicited proposals are not currently accepted. - Researchers and organizations with aligned ideas may contact the foundation via [email](mailto:4answers@macfound.org) to share perspectives or concepts. - For more information on grantseeking, review [MacArthur Foundation’s grantseeker information](https://www.macfound.org/grants/info-for-grantseekers). --- ## Additional Information - The initiative collaborates with other MacArthur programs, such as Technology in the Public Interest and Journalism and Media. - Evaluation and learning are integral, with customized evaluation strategies developed for each program. - Updates and news about the initiative can be found on the [Nigeria Next program page](https://www.macfound.org/programs/initiatives/nigeria-next/). --- ## External Links - [Nigeria Next Overview](https://www.macfound.org/programs/initiatives/nigeria-next/) - [Nigeria Next Strategy](https://www.macfound.org/programs/initiatives/nigeria-next/strategy) - [Grant Guidelines](https://www.macfound.org/programs/initiatives/nigeria-next/grant-guidelines) - [MacArthur Foundation Grantseeker Information](https://www.macfound.org/grants/info-for-grantseekers) - [Latest News Related to Nigeria Next](https://www.macfound.org/whatsnew/latest-news?program=347693) --- ## Contact Information | Method | Details | |---------------|------------------------------------------------------------| | Email | [4answers@macfound.org](mailto:4answers@macfound.org) | | Phone | +1 312-726-8000 | | Contact Form | [Contact MacArthur Foundation](https://www.macfound.org/about/contact-us) | | Program Page | [Nigeria Next](https://www.macfound.org/programs/initiatives/nigeria-next/) |

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