š CARE's SheConnects Digital Accelerator: Africa is now accepting applications for Accelerator Round 2, supporting organizations using digital technologies to improve outcomes for women across Sub-Saharan Africa. Selected projects will receive US$500,000ā$1 million over 18 months and are expected to reach 50,000+ women. š
Application deadline: July 8, 2026 (11:59 PM EDT) ā¶ļø What & why to apply Successful applicants will receive: š° US$500,000ā$1,000,000 in grant funding š Support to scale proven digital solutions reaching 50,000+ women š¤ Opportunity to build or expand partnerships across governments, NGOs, academia, and the private sector š Support for projects with strong potential for long-term sustainability and scale ā¶ļø Priority focus areas The Accelerator is seeking digital solutions that improve: ā¤ļø Women's and children's health and nutrition š¾ Agriculture, livelihoods, income generation, and economic resilience š Education outcomes for children and youth Projects should demonstrate how digital technologies directly contribute to measurable sectoral outcomesānot simply increased technology access. ā¶ļø Who should apply Eligible applicants include: š¹ Nonprofits and civil society organizations š¹ Mission-driven for-profit organizations š¹ Universities and academic institutions š¹ Consortiums and collaborative partnerships Projects must be implemented in Sub-Saharan Africa, although applicants may be organizations of any size and type (excluding government agencies as lead applicants). ā¶ļø Competitive proposals will demonstrate ā
Women-centered design ā
Trusted community or delivery partnerships ā
Practical, scalable digital solutions ā
A credible pathway to reaching 50,000+ women ā
Strong safeguarding and responsible AI practices (where AI is used) Applications focused primarily on device distribution, infrastructure, or digital literacy curricula are not eligible. This is a significant funding opportunity for organizations using technology to improve women's health, livelihoods, and education outcomes across Africa.