Tony Elumelu Storytellers Fund 2022 for African storytellers ($2000 in funding)
Applications are hereby invited from emerging African artists or storytellers on the pulse of entrepreneurship in Africa to apply for the 2022 Apply Tony Elumelu Storytellers Fund. See the requirements and how to submit your application now.
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About Tony Elumelu Storytellers Fund
Named after patron, African business leader, and philanthropist, Tony O. Elumelu, and jointly funded by Heirs Insurance and Heirs Life Assurance, the Tony Elumelu Storytellers Fund calls for application from emerging artists, journalists, and content creators including bloggers, and podcasters whose work offers a more contemporary and authentic narrative of entrepreneurship and entrepreneurs in Africa. The Fund will award grants worth between $500 and $2000 to each selected participant.
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Who is Eligible
Applicants who meet the below criteria are welcomed to apply;
- Applicants must be aged between 18 and 35 years and living on the continent or in the Diaspora.
- They must have a platform or portfolio of work that shifts stereotypical narratives about youth and entrepreneurship in Africa.
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Projects Eligible for Funding
The Storytellers Fund is awarded to content creators under two major categories; Media and Arts.
Media includes;
- Bloggers, and Journalists. Examples of projects: A series of published articles identifying innovative tech entrepreneurs, a vlog that showcases entrepreneurs in underrepresented areas, and a blog that shines the light on new African innovation.
- Arts grants will be made to photographers, filmmakers, sketch artists, painters, and digital artists. Examples of projects: A lighthearted, comedic short film telling the story of an 11-year-old budding entrepreneur, a photography series of Africa’s Top entrepreneurs, etc.
Program Timeline
- June 30, 2022: Applications Open
- July 29, 2022: Application Deadline
- August 31, 2022: Shortlisted Candidates: Informed
- September 23, 2022: Successful Applicant Announcement
How to Apply for Tony Elumelu Storytellers Fund 2022
Interested and eligible candidates should submit their application form online via the Tony Elumelu Storytellers Fund application portal here before the deadline stated above.
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