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Leveraging Equality for Gender-Inclusive Economic Development (LEGEND)
Support for inclusive agribusiness growth in Kenya
Funding available
$ 130,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports SMEs, business alliances, and other partners in Kenya through matching grants and investment capital. It focuses on horticulture, aquaculture, and poultry initiatives that benefit women, youth, and other underrepresented groups.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Increase production or service capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 130,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Youth-led projects in one or more of these thematic areas: arts and culture, civic engagement and youth service, economic activities, and history and heritage.
- Projects that actively engage youth aged 7 to 30.
- Projects that integrate digital tools, platforms, and communications technologies.
Documents Needed
- Initial eligibility screening form
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian registered not-for-profit organizations.
- Canadian registered charitable groups.
- Indigenous representative organizations, including Indigenous governments and equivalent organizations that represent the interests of First Nation, Inuit or Métis communities.
Who is not eligible
- For-profit entities.
- Governments at the federal, provincial/territorial, or municipal level.
- Crown corporations or other federal institutions.
- Public or parapublic groups or organizations, such as schools, colleges, universities, school boards, and public libraries.
Eligible expenses
- Matching grant support for partnership initiatives.
- Investment capital for eligible businesses and partners.
- Technical assistance linked to project delivery.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects consisting of activities that primarily take place outside of Canada.
- Activities that are primarily religious in nature or advocate for specific political parties.
- Projects that forecast a deficit.
- Projects with costs primarily related to the creation or maintenance of a website unrelated to the program’s objectives.
- Projects receiving support through the Exchanges Canada Program.
Eligible geographic areas
- Kenya
- Lake Zone counties: Busia, Siaya, Kisumu, Homa Bay, Migori
- Coast counties: Taita Taveta, Kilifi, Kwale, Mombasa
Selection criteria
- Contribution to women and youth inclusion.
- Ability to strengthen SMEs, small entrepreneurs, or supply chains.
- Integration of gender equality and social inclusion.
- Environmental sustainability and climate change adaptation.
How to apply
- Read the application guidelines in their entirety before completing the application.
- Contact the program to request the forms and other documents required to submit in the application.
- Submit a complete application package.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first checked through an initial eligibility screening.
- Selected applicants may be considered for matching awards.
- Funding is tied to partnership implementation under the LEGEND project.
Additional information
- The program is funded by Global Affairs Canada.
- It is implemented by MEDA using a partnership-based approach.
- Applicants must complete an initial eligibility screening form.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Leveraging Equality for Gender-Inclusive Economic Development (LEGEND) Program
What is the Leveraging Equality for Gender-Inclusive Economic Development (LEGEND)?
This program supports SMEs, business alliances, and other partners in Kenya through matching grants and investment capital. It focuses on horticulture, aquaculture, and poultry initiatives that benefit women, youth, and other underrepresented groups.
How much funding can be received?
Leveraging Equality for Gender-Inclusive Economic Development (LEGEND) Funds up to $130,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Leveraging Equality for Gender-Inclusive Economic Development (LEGEND) program?
To be eligible for the Leveraging Equality for Gender-Inclusive Economic Development (LEGEND) program, you must:
The organization must have at least 3 years of active experience delivering youth programs.
The organization must engage a significant number of youth each year.
The organization must have adequate security and safety policies and procedures.
What expenses are eligible under Leveraging Equality for Gender-Inclusive Economic Development (LEGEND)?
Youth-led projects in one or more of these thematic areas: arts and culture, civic engagement and youth service, economic activities, and history and heritage.
Projects that actively engage youth aged 7 to 30.
Projects that integrate digital tools, platforms, and communications technologies.
Who can I contact for more information about the Leveraging Equality for Gender-Inclusive Economic Development (LEGEND)?
You can contact Mennonite Economic Development Associates (MEDA) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Leveraging Equality for Gender-Inclusive Economic Development (LEGEND) available?
The Leveraging Equality for Gender-Inclusive Economic Development (LEGEND) program is available across Canada.
Is the Leveraging Equality for Gender-Inclusive Economic Development (LEGEND) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Leveraging Equality for Gender-Inclusive Economic Development (LEGEND) is a Grant and Funding