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NETFUND provides grants to organisations and communities undertaking environmental management projects across Kenya.

NETFUND Grant Programmes

We provide grants, technical assistance, and capacity support to NGOs, CBOs, county governments, private sector, and research institutions working on environmental projects in Kenya.

KES 2,000,000

Community Environment Grants – Round 6

Grants of up to KES 2 million for community-based organisations undertaking environmental conservation projects.

✅ Registered CBOs, self-help groups, and community forest associations with at least 2 years of operational experience.
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KES 500,000

Youth Green Enterprise Fund

Startup grants of up to KES 500,000 for youth-led green enterprises and innovations.

✅ Youth aged 18–35 with a registered business or enterprise idea in the green economy sector.
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KES 20,000,000

County Climate Adaptation Grants

Matching grants for county governments to implement climate adaptation projects identified through participatory plannin...

✅ All 47 county governments eligible through the County Environment Committee.
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KES 3,000,000

Research & Innovation in NbS Grants

Research grants of up to KES 3 million for academic institutions researching Nature-based Solutions (NbS) for Kenya's en...

✅ Universities, research institutions, and accredited think tanks registered in Kenya.
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Grant Application Process

1

Download Application Guidelines

Download and carefully read the Grant Application Guidelines from our Downloads page to understand eligibility criteria, required documents, and evaluation criteria.

2

Complete the Application Form

Complete the NETFUND Grant Application Form, ensuring all sections are filled and all required attachments — including project budget, logical framework, and organisational documents — are included.

3

Submit Your Application

Submit your completed application by email to grants@netfund.go.ke or physically to NETFUND offices at Dunga Road, National Water Plaza, 1st Floor, Nairobi, by the stated deadline.

4

Review & Due Diligence

NETFUND's technical team reviews your application against established criteria. Shortlisted applicants may be invited for further engagement, site visits, or clarification meetings before final decisions are made.

Partner With Us — Let's Join Hands and Save Our Environment

Whether you are a community organisation, private sector actor, or international donor, NETFUND offers pathways to invest in Kenya's environmental future.