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African Visionary Fellowship
Support for African-led social impact leaders
Last Update: June 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
African Visionary Fellowship supports African-led organizations with community, connections, and capacity. It offers mentorship, exposure, and support for social impact leaders working across Sub-Saharan Africa.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Leadership development for African organizations.
- Mentorship and capacity-building for local leaders.
- Community-building and networking among changemakers.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- African organizations
- Current Segal Family Foundation partners
- Locally led organizations in Sub-Saharan Africa
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that are not current Segal Family Foundation partners.
- Organizations that have not completed at least one grant cycle.
- Individuals applying on their own.
Eligible geographic areas
- Sub-Saharan Africa
Selection criteria
- Existing relationship within the partner portfolio.
- Completion of at least one full grant cycle.
- Leadership potential and social impact track record.
How to apply
- Step 1: Check eligibility
- Be a currently funded Segal Family Foundation partner.
- Confirm that at least one full grant cycle has been completed.
- Step 2: Wait for annual application sharing
- Eligible partners receive the fellowship application each year.
- Step 3: Submit the fellowship application
- Complete the application once it is shared.
- Submit it according to the instructions provided by the foundation.
Processing and Agreement
- Annual applications are shared with eligible partners.
- Fellows are selected from the existing partner portfolio.
Additional information
- Selected fellows receive mentorship, exposure, and community support.
- The fellowship is open to partners already receiving funding.
- Applications are shared annually with eligible partners.
Frequently Asked Questions about the African Visionary Fellowship Program
What is the African Visionary Fellowship?
African Visionary Fellowship supports African-led organizations with community, connections, and capacity. It offers mentorship, exposure, and support for social impact leaders working across Sub-Saharan Africa.
Who is eligible for the African Visionary Fellowship program?
To be eligible for the African Visionary Fellowship program, you must:
Current funded partner
At least one grant cycle
African-led organization
What expenses are eligible under African Visionary Fellowship?
Leadership development for African organizations.
Mentorship and capacity-building for local leaders.
Community-building and networking among changemakers.
Who can I contact for more information about the African Visionary Fellowship?
You can contact Segal Family Foundation (SFF).
Where is the African Visionary Fellowship available?
The African Visionary Fellowship program is available across Canada.
Is the African Visionary Fellowship a grant, loan, or tax credit?
African Visionary Fellowship is a Partnering and Collaboration
Who are the financial supporters of the African Visionary Fellowship?
African Visionary Fellowship is funded by Segal Family Foundation (SFF)