Funds

We know how hard it can be for young people to access funding. Early-stage youth organizations often don’t have the paperwork or resources that traditional funders expect, and promising ideas can stall before they even get started. That’s why the Global Youth Climate Action Fund is rethinking climate finance, opening doors and creating new pathways so youth can get the funding and support they need to turn their passion into real, lasting climate action. Every dollar invested today is a pledge towards a sustainable future for all.

Youth

We believe that We believe that young people are key drivers of sustainable development and the transition to green economies. Globally, youth aged 15–24 make up roughly 15% of the population, and in many developing regions, they account for as much as 20–30%. This gives them a profound stake in the fight against climate change, which will shape their lives in this decade and the next. That’s why we are dedicating resources to empower youth to turn their climate action ideas into bold, community-rooted solutions with lasting impact.

Climate Action

For the world to cut emissions, everyone has a role to play. Young people are stepping up in powerful ways — from advocating for policies on the global stage to creating solutions right in their own communities. Think of youth-led urban forests, clean energy projects, or sustainable farming initiatives, these are concrete ways young people are making a real difference. Supporting these efforts is key to lowering emissions and building a sustainable future we can all be proud of.

What Is Youth-Led Climate Action?

Youth-led climate action is any project, initiative, or program that young people lead to fight climate change, whether it’s their main focus or part of broader efforts to reduce environmental impact. These efforts can take many forms, from community projects and youth organizations to small businesses driving sustainable solutions. By leading these initiatives, young people are creating real-world change today and shaping a more sustainable future.

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Youth-led Climate Action

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The GYCAF Application Process

We provide funding and financial support to help young people take meaningful action on climate change. Youth from around the world can submit a simple application to share their climate finance needs. A youth fund board, made up of qualified regional members, reviews the applications, aligns them with regional priorities, and forwards them for funding approval.

Who We Work With

We welcome collaboration with partners who believe that lasting climate solutions require trust, continuity, and sustainable investment in young leaders.

Foundations, Donors and Philanthropists

We nurture lasting relationships with foundations, donors, and philanthropists who provide sustained support, giving youth the resources, time and guidance to drive bold, community-rooted climate action that grows into lasting, global impact.

Knowledge Partners

Through our Knowledge Partnership framework, we connect grantees with expert mentors who guide youth-led projects, building the organizational skills and confidence needed to grow, innovate, and achieve lasting impact.

Youth Groups

We partner with grassroots youth organizations around the world that mobilize young people and lead climate action within their communities, turning local challenges into solutions that make a positive change.

Financiers

We engage financiers and corporate partners who support climate action through corporate social responsibility and impact-driven funding, aligning their investment with long-term, tangible outcomes for youth-led climate initiatives.

Youth Platforms and Networks

We collaborate with youth-led platforms and networks that amplify youth voices advancing climate action by convening, coordinating and representing them on the global stage