Unusual Entrepreneurs Grant Program 2026 for Nigerian Entrepreneurs

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Applications are open for Unusual Entrepreneurs Grant Program 2026. This is a Nigeria’s premier faith-based entrepreneurship program providing funding, mentorship, and training to help businesses survive and thrive.

Launched in 2018, Unusual Entrepreneurs is Nigeria’s premier faith-based entrepreneurship program dedicated to overcoming the obstacles that prevent startups from growing into SMEs. We provide comprehensive support — capital, training, mentorship, and community — to ensure businesses not only survive but thrive in Nigeria’s dynamic market. Our focus is on scalability, sustainability, and community impact.

Unusual Entrepreneurs Grant Program Benefits

What They Offer:

Grant Funding
- Non-repayable grants to help businesses grow, invest, and scale to the next level.
Business Training
- Practical skills training covering finance, marketing, operations, and growth strategies.
Mentorship
- Personalised one-on-one mentorship from experienced volunteer business mentors.
Community
- Join a network of driven Nigerian entrepreneurs committed to creating lasting impact.

Eligibility Criteria

You have a registered business in Nigeria
You can commit to monthly mentoring sessions
Your business is actively operating
You are applying between April 1st and April 30th, 2026

Processes

Apply
- Fill out the online grant application between April 1st and April 30th, 2026.
Get Reviewed
- Applications are carefully reviewed by our team of expert reviewers.
Get Funded
- Selected entrepreneurs receive their grant, are matched with a mentor, and begin their growth journey.