Community Impact Challenge 5.0

Scholarship summary

Host country

Nigeria

Category

All students

Eligible countries

NIgeria

Language proficiency

Not required

Award type

Partial Funded

Award amount

#250,000

Eligible Countries

Scholarship Requirements

• The published application form requests the following information:
• Name: Your full name.
• Email address: An active email address.
• Phone number: A phone number that can be reached through WhatsApp.
• School: The tertiary institution you attend.
• State: Your state.
• Course: Your course of study.
• Level: Your current academic level.
• Video link: A link to your submitted 90-second video entry.

Before submitting, ensure that your video link works and that the video clearly explains the community problem and your solution.

The published page does not specify a required video file format, a minimum CGPA, or a compulsory recommendation letter. Check the application instructions when the next edition opens for any additional requirements.

Benefits

• Benefits and Prizes

The challenge uses a three-stage selection process. Participants receive different benefits depending on how far they progress.

• Four-week training
• The best 50 entries are selected for four weeks of training, held on Fridays and Saturdays. All 50 participants receive certificates of participation.
• ₦50,000 seed funding
• From 25 participants selected for excellent participation in Stage 2, the top 10 projects are chosen based on the viability of their project videos. Each selected project receives ₦50,000 in seed funding.
• ₦250,000 for each overall winner
• The top four winners of CIC 5.0 receive ₦250,000 each and certificates of excellence after completing the project implementation and presentation stage.
• Additional benefit: The 25 participants selected for Stage 2 receive 5,000 units of data to help them prepare and submit their next video.

How to Apply

The official page currently indicates that applications are closed. When the next application window opens, prospective applicants should follow the foundation's official instructions.

• 1Step 1: Identify a community problem

Choose a real problem affecting your community and develop a practical solution that you can explain clearly.

• 2Step 2: Prepare your 90-second video

Create a video identifying the problem and explaining the solution you are providing. Keep your presentation focused and make sure it fits the required 90-second duration.

• 3Step 3: Complete the application form

Provide your personal and academic details, including your name, email address, WhatsApp phone number, school, state, course, and academic level.

• 4Step 4: Submit your video link

Add the link to your 90-second video in the designated field and ensure the video can be accessed by the reviewers.

• 5Step 5: Participate in the selection stages

If selected among the best 50 entries, participate in the four-week training. Participants who progress will be expected to refine their ideas, submit subsequent videos, and implement their projects according to the programme's instructions.

Conclusion

The 234 Community Impact Challenge 5.0 is an opportunity for Nigerian tertiary institution students to turn ideas into practical community solutions. The programme combines four weeks of training, project refinement, implementation, and funding for selected projects.

The top 10 projects receive ₦50,000 in seed funding, while the four overall winners receive ₦250,000 each and certificates of excellence.