OpenGrantGlobal (open to Nigerians)

Internet Freedom Fund

Open Technology Fund (OTF)

Amount or benefit
Awards are between $10,000 and $900,000 for up to 24 months (ideal requests $50,000–$200,000 for 6–12 months)
Deadline
Rolling
Where
Global (Nigeria eligible)
Apply on the official site

Who can apply

Individuals aged 18+ or organisations (for-profit or nonprofit) of any nationality working on internet freedom technology, applied research, digital security or convenings; applicants in countries under U.S. OFAC trade restrictions are excluded.

Applicant type
IndividualBusinessNonprofit/NGO
Business stage
Any
Location rule
Global (Nigeria eligible)
Global (open to Nigerians)
Sectors
Governance & civicTechnology & innovationArts, culture & media

What you get

Awards are between $10,000 and $900,000 for up to 24 months (ideal requests $50,000–$200,000 for 6–12 months)

Notes
Funding is via performance-based contracts.

Deadline and status

Deadline
Rolling
Deadline details
Two-stage process (concept note, then full proposal); accepted on a rolling basis
Status
Open

How to apply

  1. Read the full criteriaOpen the funder's programme page (opentech.fund) and read the eligibility rules and questions in full.
  2. Check your fitCompare the rules above with your business. See how it fits your profile.
  3. Prepare your applicationSave it for a step-by-step workflow and document checklist, then draft your answers in the Application Studio.
  4. Apply on the funder's own siteApplications are accepted on a rolling basis. Apply at apply.opentech.fund. Never pay anyone to be considered.

Source and verification

Last verified
18 October 2026, on the funder's own page
Official page
opentech.fund
Application page
apply.opentech.fund
From the official page
“accepted on a rolling basis . Awards are between $10,000 and $900,000 for up to 24 months.”

Details change. Confirm everything on the official site before applying.

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