People Powered Funding & Mentorship for Participatory Programs for All Countries Worldwide (US$25,000 Grant )

People Powered is offering a global opportunity for civil society organizations, governments, and program leaders to strengthen public participation, climate action, and youth engagement. The initiative provides funding, mentorship, and tools to turn participatory ideas into impactful community programs through three flagship programs: the Climate Democracy Accelerator (CDA), Democratic Innovations Accelerator (DIA), and Rising Stars Mentorship, with duration varying by program.

Implementation grants, expert mentorship, peer learning, personalized coaching, access to global networks and visibility, and professional growth opportunities.

Eligible applicants include civil society organizations, NGOs, or government bodies; public officials or program leaders designing participatory projects; teams working on climate action, youth engagement, or democratic governance; and applicants able to meet mentorship and reporting requirements.

Review eligibility criteria, choose a stream (CDA, DIA, or Rising Stars Mentorship), complete the online application form, and submit required documents before the deadline.