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2022 British American Tobacco Nigeria Farmers for the Future Grant
British American Tobacco Nigeria Foundation (BATNF) Farmers for the Future Grant 2022 [Up to N16 Million]: British American Tobacco Nigeria Foundation (BATNF) Calls for Applications from NYSC Corpers currently Serving for its 2022 Farmers for the Future Grant, See Eligibility, Benefits, Requirements, Application Guidelines and Deadline.

The Farmers for the Future (F4F) Grant is an Agricultural Entrepreneurship grant designed to support young people with viable Agri-Business with equity-free capital and other associated support they may require to scale their businesses.


The project is an initiative developed and sponsored by the British American Tobacco Nigeria Foundation (BATNF) in partnership with NYSC and implemented by SAEDConnect.

The objectives of the grant include:

  • Make agribusiness attractive;
  • Reduce youth unemployment;
  • Drive youth engagement in Agriculture;
  • Youth Development;
  • Train and Empower youth in agro-practices.

 

Eligibility

  • Open to Nigerians only;
  • Applicant must currently be a serving National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member.

 

Benefits

Up to N16 million Naira in cash and business support:

  • 1st Cash Prize: N3 million Naira
  • 2nd Cash Prize: N2 million Naira
  • 3rd Cash Prize: N1 million Naira


In addition to:

  • Linkage to financial institutions and investors for follow-on financing and/or credit facilities.
  • Winners will get technical support to establish their agribusiness.
  • Participation in an intensive “Think-through-your-business” boot camp.
  • Mentorship under-seasoned entrepreneurs and Agric Experts.
  • Membership of the F4F alumni network.
  • Participation in other partner-drive training programs.
  • Support with business registration & other legal & regulatory requirements.

 

Method of Application

Stages:

  • Submit Your Application: The online application portal will be available for you to send in your applications
  • Virtual Bootcamp: 20 Selected businesses will go through a rigorous virtual bootcamp where they will refine their business thesis and build a compelling pitch.
  • Pitch Event & Award: The top 10 businesses from the bootcamp will pitch before a panel of expert judges and investors. 3 winners will be selected.
  • Mentorship: The 3 Winners will be given financing to execute, strengthen, advance and scale their businesses under the guidance of seasoned mentors. They will also be connected to the relevant networks they require to make progress.
  • Join The Farmers For The Future Alumni: Continue to enjoy exclusive access to expert mentorship, insider opportunities and a robust support network that will open doors to follow on financing, new markets, etc.

 

Deadline

The deadline for application is March 12, 2022. Late applications will not be considered.

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