Youth

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AfDB Youth Agripreneurship Investment Program 2025: How Young African Founders Can Secure Up to 1 Million USD for Agrifood Ventures

If you are a young agribusiness founder in Africa, this is the kind of opportunity that can completely change the trajectory of your company.

Amount: USD $1,000,000 blended facility Deadline: Nov 14, 2025 Location: Africa

Aga Khan Foundation Canada International Youth Fellowship 2026: 8-Month Fully-Funded Placement

Young Canadians can secure an 8-month fully-funded international development placement in Africa or Asia, with training, stipend, and hands-on experience with the Aga Khan Development Network.

Type: Fellowship Amount: Fully funded: international travel, accommodation, health insurance, living stipend, and training (CAD $1,000 fellow contribution required) Deadline: Feb 1, 2026 Location: Africa, Asia and Canada

Chafee Foster Care Program: Up to $5,000/Year for College

Provides states with funding to help current and former foster youth achieve self-sufficiency through education, employment, financial literacy, housing assistance, and support services.

Type: Benefit Amount: Up to $5,000 per year (ETV) + State Tuition Waivers Deadline: Varies by State (Usually July 1) Location: United States

Free Job Training and Housing for Young Adults 16 to 24: Your Complete Guide to Job Corps

If you are 16 to 24, low on cash, and unsure how to turn “I need a job” into “I have a career,” Job Corps might be the most valuable program you have never had fully explained to you. This is not a loan.

Amount: Free training, housing, meals, health care, stipend, and transition bonuses Deadline: Rolling Location: United States

USDA Youth Loans 2025: Get Up to $5,000 to Start Your Ag Business

Financing up to $5,000 for youth ages 10–20 to start or expand agricultural projects with guidance from advisors.

Type: Loan Amount: Up to $5,000 per eligible youth project Deadline: Rolling Location: United States