WHAT WE DO
The Green Fund Africa
The Green Fund africa
Empowering African Youth for a Sustainable Future
HBCU GREEN FUND AFRICA
Investing in the next generation of climate leaders
Africa’s youth are leading the charge in climate action, developing innovative, community-driven solutions in some of the world’s most climate-vulnerable regions. The Green Fund believes in their power to create lasting change—and we’re here to support them. Over the past two years, we’ve provided micro-grants ranging from $500 to $10,000 to help young African leaders launch and scale sustainability initiatives. From renewable energy projects and climate education programs to reforestation and water conservation efforts, these grants are driving real impact on the ground.
But we’re not stopping there. We’re expanding our commitment to Africa—building deeper partnerships, increasing funding, and amplifying the work of young climate champions across the continent.
Building Our Presence: The Launch of Green Fund Africa
To deepen our impact, we launched Green Fund Africa (Universités Historiquement Noires Fonds Vert) in Senegal on August 23, 2023. Our headquarters in Yene, Senegal, near Blaise Diagne International Airport, serves as a hub for climate action, leadership training, and global collaboration.
Leading the initiative is Cheikhou Thiome, a COP6 youth delegate with 20+ years of experience in environmental justice and youth empowerment. Under his leadership, we’re mobilizing resources, expertise, and funding to fuel the next generation of African climate leaders.
See Our Work in Action
Explore our interactive impact map to see the projects and communities we’re supporting across Africa.
Each marker tells a story—whether it’s solar-powered schools in Ghana, mangrove restoration in Nigeria, or sustainable agriculture programs in Kenya—highlighting the real-world impact of our grants and partnerships.
fuel the future of climate leadership in Africa
Climate action requires collaboration and investment, and your support fuels the next generation of African climate leaders.
INVEST IN AFRICA'S CLIMATE LEADERS
Fund A Project
Your donation helps expand training, fund climate initiatives, and provide grants for African youth leading sustainability efforts.
✔ Support grassroots climate projects with direct funding
✔ Expand education and training programs for young leaders
✔ Scale sustainability initiatives that drive real impact
Every dollar goes directly to projects creating meaningful change.
OPEN DOORS TO OPPORTUNITIES
Become A Partner
We seek organizations, universities, and businesses to collaborate in empowering African youth through training, research, and mentorship.
✔ Provide technical expertise and workforce training for climate leaders
✔ Support hands-on learning and real-world sustainability experiences
✔ Sponsor research, innovation hubs, and community-based projects
Together, we can equip young climate leaders with the tools to drive sustainable change.
