RAIN Challenge 2025: An Invitation to East African East African Agricultural Innovators.
The Global Resilience Partnership (GRP), in collaboration with Shockwave Foundation and Munich Re Foundation, invites East African Agricultural Innovators to apply for the Resilient Agriculture Innovations for Nature (RAIN) Challenge.
Join the RAIN Challenge for East African Agricultural Innovators
The RAIN Challenge is back for its third iteration, inviting applicants to transform innovative agricultural ideas into sustainable business models that attract private investment in East Africa. Innovators are encouraged to submit proposals aimed at enhancing resilience in local communities.
Objectives of the RAIN Challenge
The RAIN Challenge serves as a vital platform for Innovators to showcase solutions that tackle pressing challenges in their communities. The focus is on developing nature-positive innovations that drive investment in ecosystems while increasing resilience to climate shocks.
Funding and Support for East African Agricultural Innovators
Winners of the RAIN Challenge will receive up to $50,000 to scale their impactful projects, aimed at delivering significant community benefits. Selected projects will also benefit from tailored mentoring, monitoring, evaluation, and learning initiatives, alongside communications and leadership support. Additionally, participants will gain access to a broad network of potential investors and partners through the GRP.
Eligibility Criteria for the RAIN Challenge
To qualify for the RAIN Challenge, East African Agricultural Innovators applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Present a nature-positive solution or business model that enhances resilience in the most affected communities in East Africa.
- Demonstrate a potentially profitable revenue model.
- Be based in East Africa (Burundi, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, or Uganda).
- Exhibit proven conservation and business experience within the team.
- Integrate considerations for gender, equity, human rights, and biodiversity.
- Ensure the solution does no harm to communities or ecosystems.
Conclusion
The RAIN Challenge 2025 is an exciting opportunity for eligible applicants to drive meaningful change in their communities. By participating, you can help build a more resilient future for East Africa while securing the resources and support necessary for your innovative ideas to thrive.
For more information, visit the official website here
You can also explore additional opportunities for agriculture here.
