CEDF Grant Application – Creative Economy Development Fund – Grant Application for Creative Projects – The Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF) provides targeted grant support to projects and businesses within the cultural and creative industries (CCI) that are not expected to achieve commercial profitability within the next five years, yet demonstrate clear and measurable potential for significant social impact or for strengthening the wider CCI ecosystem.

CEDF Grant Application Form 2025

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Applicant Information

Applicant Type * Applicant Name * NIN (National Identification Number) *

Required for all applicants for identity verification Registered Address * Operational Address States of Operation *

Hold Ctrl (or Cmd on Mac) to select multiple states LGA of Registration * Website Social Media Handles Primary Contact Name * Position Title Phone Number * WhatsApp Number Email Address * Preferred Communication Method

Project Overview

Project Title * Creative Sector * Sub-Sector/Specialization Implementation Timeline * Project Summary *

Maximum 1000 characters. Describe your project’s vision, goals, and impact. Project Concept Note *

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Grant Rationale

Why do you need grant funding? (Select all that apply) Project has no commercial potential Project will not be profitable within 5 years Cannot access traditional financing Partial funding needed to complete project Financial Gap Analysis (Optional)

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Justification for Grant Support

Why should this project receive grant support? (Select all that apply) Project will have significant social impact Project strengthens the creative economy ecosystem Impact Presentation (Optional)

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Funding Details

Total Amount Requested * Currency * Promoter Contribution Promoter Contribution Percentage Other Funding Sources Revenue Model Summary *

Maximum 500 characters. Explain your revenue generation strategy. Budget Breakdown (Optional)

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Track Record

Track Record Summary *

Maximum 500 characters. Highlight your relevant experience and achievements. Key Clients/Projects (Optional) Management Team (Optional) Portfolio Files (Optional)

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Anticipated Impact

Direct Jobs Created Indirect Jobs Created Skills Development Outcomes Cultural & Social Benefits Impact Statement (Optional)

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