Micro-Schemes Programme
Building sustainable livelihoods, one business at a time
The Micro-Schemes programme supports economic empowerment for individuals and families living below the poverty line. With the right resources and knowledge, people can build a sustainable livelihood. The programme combines approved seed capital with financial literacy training, business mentorship and ongoing support.
How It Works
When an approved application window is open, this is the path the programme supports.
Screening and Eligibility
When a window is open, prospective participants are screened through the official Get Help portal against approved eligibility and safeguarding criteria.
Training
Selected participants attend financial literacy and business management training covering bookkeeping, pricing, customer service and savings habits.
Approved Support
Following training, support is provided in line with an approved business plan, a documented needs assessment and available funding.
Mentorship
Participants receive ongoing mentorship and take part in savings groups and business clinics.
Growth and Giving Back
As enterprises grow, participants are encouraged to contribute back where able and to support future participants.
Programme Objectives
- Provide accessible micro-grants for small business startups
- Deliver financial literacy and business management training
- Create savings groups and cooperative structures
- Connect beneficiaries with markets and supply chains
- Support sustainable enterprises
Key Activities
- Micro-grant disbursements for small business startups
- Financial literacy and business management training
- Savings group meetings
- Business clinics and market days
- Entrepreneur recognition events
Businesses We Support
From market stalls to service providers, the programme supports diverse business types.
Retail & Trading
Provisions, clothing, phone accessories, cosmetics
Food & Catering
Restaurants, food stalls, baking, packaged foods
Fashion & Tailoring
Tailoring, hairdressing, makeup artistry
Agriculture
Poultry, fish farming, vegetable gardens, livestock
Services & Artisan
Phone repairs, carpentry, vulcanizing, plumbing
Who the Programme Serves
The programme is designed for individuals and families who need a hand up, not a handout. When a window is open, applicants are assessed against the following criteria through the official Get Help portal.
- Nigerian resident aged 18-55 years
- Living below or near the poverty line (income assessment)
- Have a viable business idea or existing small business
- Willing to attend the training programme
- Part of or willing to join a savings/cooperative group
- Two character references from community members
- Commitment to contribute back to help future beneficiaries
Micro-Schemes Applications Are Temporarily Paused
KUTH Foundation is not currently accepting new Micro-Schemes applications. Programme activities and future application windows remain subject to approved funding, operational readiness, eligibility requirements and formal public announcement.
No application submitted through another page, email address, social-media account or intermediary will be treated as an official Micro-Schemes application. When applications reopen, KUTH Foundation will publish the opportunity through its official Get Help portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the Micro-Schemes programme.
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