$300,000 Grant Scheme: Pastor Jerry Eze Unveils Funding for Young Nigerian Entrepreneurs

Renowned Nigerian cleric and founder of Streams of Joy International, Pastor Jerry Eze, has announced a major empowerment initiative targeted at supporting young entrepreneurs across Nigeria through a $300,000 grant scheme.

The programme is designed to provide financial support to 100 young business owners operating within key sectors of the Nigerian economy, including agriculture, technology, and manufacturing. The initiative aims to boost innovation, job creation, and sustainable economic growth among youth-led enterprises.

Speaking in a video message announcing the scheme, Pastor Jerry Eze, who also leads the New Season Prophetic Prayers and Declarations platform, disclosed that each selected beneficiary will receive a minimum grant of $3,000. The funds are intended to help entrepreneurs expand existing ventures or launch viable new businesses.

He explained that the grant programme will be implemented through an independent organisation to ensure transparency, credibility, and fairness in both the selection of beneficiaries and the disbursement of funds.

According to him, the announcement represents an early stage of a broader empowerment strategy planned for the year, describing it as a preview of more extensive initiatives aimed at driving social and economic impact.

Pastor Eze emphasized that the programme aligns with a vision of holistic empowerment that goes beyond financial assistance, encouraging young Nigerians to actively pursue opportunities in business, innovation, and value creation.

He noted that the foundation’s approach focuses on supporting individuals in ways that address economic stability, personal development, and long-term sustainability.

Through the grant scheme, the Jerry Eze Foundation seeks to empower young innovators, strengthen small and medium-scale enterprises, and contribute to national development by investing in high-impact sectors critical to Nigeria’s economic future.

Further details on the application process and programme structure are expected to be released in the coming weeks.