Does your nonprofit or charity run community projects in education, health, food security or women’s empowerment? The TEEEM Foundation is accepting applications for its 2026 Community Impact Grant Program, with grants of US$5,000 to US$30,000. It is open to nonprofit and charitable organisations around the world. The deadline is November 1, 2026.
Please note: these grants are for registered nonprofit organisations, not individuals or businesses.
About the TEEEM Foundation
TEEEM is a registered US charity (501(c)(3)) based in New Jersey. Its values are empathy, equality, entrepreneurship and service. Through the Community Impact Grant Program, it funds local organisations that understand their communities’ needs and work with communities, not just for them, to create lasting change.
Grant Categories
- Community Grants: US$5,000–US$10,000 for local projects and grassroots initiatives
- Growth Grants: US$10,000–US$20,000 to expand successful programmes
- Transformational Grants: US$20,000–US$30,000 for large initiatives with long-term impact
Requests outside these ranges may still be considered, and awards may be given in full or in part.
What the Grants Fund
- Education and youth development
- Health and essential needs
- Equality and empowerment
- Entrepreneurship and economic opportunity
- Community infrastructure
- Sustainable community impact
Who Can Apply? Eligibility Requirements
- Nonprofit and charitable organisations worldwide, including registered charities, NGOs and international NGOs
- Proof of nonprofit or charitable status
- Strong leadership and responsible financial management
- Community-centred solutions with measurable impact
- Alignment with TEEEM’s mission and values
For Nigerian organisations, CAC registration as an incorporated trustee (NGO) is the usual proof of nonprofit status. Check the application for the exact documents required.
How Applications Are Judged
- Mission alignment
- Organisational capacity
- Community need
- Sustainability
- Anticipated impact
What Grantees Must Do
- Submit a mid-year progress report and a final impact report
- Provide financial updates on how the money was used
- Share photos, stories and testimonials
- Tell TEEEM about any major changes to the project
Timeline
- August 17, 2026: Applications opened
- November 1, 2026: Application deadline
- November 13, 2026: Review completed
- November 20, 2026: Grant recipients announced
How to Apply for the TEEEM Foundation Community Impact Grant 2026
- Read the details on the official TEEEM Foundation grant page.
- Download the Community Impact Grant Application.
- Gather the documents listed in the application, such as proof of nonprofit status, organisational information, financial records and a project budget.
- Combine the completed application and all attachments into one PDF.
- Email the PDF to the address given in the application before November 1, 2026.
Questions? Contact Michelle Della Fortuna, VP of Finance & Strategy, at [email protected]. Applying is free, so never pay anyone to submit for you.
Tips for a Strong Application
- Pick the right tier. Ask for an amount that matches your track record.
- Show clear numbers: people served, results achieved and how you will measure impact.
- Include a simple, realistic budget that links every cost to an activity.
- Show how the community helps shape and run the project.
Key Details at a Glance
- Funder: TEEEM Foundation (US 501(c)(3) charity)
- Grants: US$5,000 to US$30,000
- Who: Registered nonprofits and charities worldwide
- Focus: Education, health, equality, entrepreneurship, infrastructure
- How: Email one PDF application
- Deadline: November 1, 2026
