Applications are now open for the SME Grant Facility under the Pastoralism and Livestock Adaptation to Climate Change in Eastern Africa (PLACE) Programme, an initiative designed to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Kenya that are strengthening climate resilience, improving livestock value chains, and promoting sustainable pastoral livelihoods.
The programme is funded by the European Union (EU) and implemented by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) under the Regional PLACE Programme.
Successful applicants can receive matching grants of between USD 5,000 and USD 15,000, along with business development services, mentorship, and technical support to help grow their enterprises.
If your business operates in Kenya’s livestock or pastoral value chains, this is an excellent funding opportunity.
What is the SME Grant Facility – PLACE Programme?
The SME Grant Facility is part of the Regional PLACE Programme, which aims to strengthen climate-resilient pastoral and agro-pastoral market systems across Eastern Africa.
The programme supports SMEs that play important roles in livestock value chains by providing milestone-based matching grants and business advisory support.
The goal is to help businesses improve productivity, increase value addition, expand market access, and strengthen livelihoods in pastoral communities.
Grant Amount
Successful applicants may receive:
- USD 5,000 to USD 15,000 in matching grants
Applicants must provide a minimum 25% cash co-contribution towards the total investment cost.
In addition to funding, beneficiaries will receive:
- Business Development Services
- Technical advisory support
- Mentorship
- Enterprise management training
- Investment support
Who Can Apply?
The programme is open to legally registered SMEs operating in Kenya that support climate adaptation in the livestock and pastoral sectors.
Applicants must operate in or directly serve one or more of the following PLACE target counties:
- Mandera
- Narok
- Kajiado
- Turkana
- West Pokot
Applicants must also:
- Be legally registered in Kenya
- Operate within or serve one or more target counties
- Employ fewer than 20 full-time staff
- Have an annual turnover below USD 100,000
- Commit to providing at least 25% cash co-financing
Youth-led and women-led businesses are especially encouraged to apply.
Eligible Value Chains
Businesses operating in the following sectors are eligible:
- Milk and dairy products
- Red meat processing and trade
- Live animal trade
- Fodder production and supply
- Honey and apiculture
- Agroforestry
The programme also supports enterprises involved in:
- Veterinary services
- Livestock services
- Aggregation
- Processing
- Storage
- Logistics
- Quality assurance
- Market distribution
Eligible Investments
Funding can be used for productive investments such as:
- Machinery and equipment
- Processing infrastructure
- Storage facilities
- Aggregation centres
- Quality improvement equipment
- Transport assets
- Climate-smart technologies
- Digital traceability systems
- Value addition technologies
How Applications Will Be Assessed
Applications will be evaluated based on:
- Strength of the business model
- Technical feasibility
- Financial viability
- Employment creation potential
- Contribution to climate adaptation
- Environmental sustainability
- Support for women and youth inclusion
- Alignment with PLACE Programme objectives
Shortlisted applicants may be invited for additional verification before final selection.
Tips to Improve Your Application
Competition is expected to be strong. Here are some practical ways to improve your chances.
1. Present a Clear Business Model
Explain:
- What your business does
- Your target customers
- How you generate revenue
- Why your solution is needed
2. Demonstrate Climate Impact
Clearly show how your project contributes to:
- Climate resilience
- Sustainable livestock production
- Environmental protection
- Improved pastoral livelihoods
3. Prepare Realistic Financial Information
Ensure your proposed investment is:
- Practical
- Cost-effective
- Well budgeted
- Sustainable
Avoid unrealistic financial projections.
4. Explain the Expected Impact
Show how the grant will help your business:
- Increase productivity
- Create jobs
- Expand market access
- Improve value addition
Use measurable outcomes wherever possible.
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How to Apply
Interested applicants should complete the official Grant Application Form and submit all required supporting documents before the deadline.
Apply Here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfJzVBaZERRL-jBlIZ8_UGBic60GPMy8FTqZsBYy0UpAD7VaQ/viewform
Application Deadline
7 August 2026
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications early and ensure all required documents are complete.
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