Applications are now open for the GET Compass SME Grant 2026, an initiative of Grooming Endowment Trust (GET). The programme is designed to support early-stage small and medium-sized enterprises in Nigeria with grant funding of up to ₦2 million. In addition to financial support, selected entrepreneurs will receive business development training, mentorship, advisory support, and practical guidance to help them strengthen their operations and grow sustainably.
Eligibility Criteria
• Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
• Applicants must be Nigerian citizens.
• The business must not be more than three years old.
• The business must be registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission or another recognised registration authority.
• Applicants must provide evidence that the business is currently operational.
• Applicants must be available to attend a mandatory two-week business development workshop in Lagos.
Grant Benefits
• Grant funding of up to ₦2 million for successful applicants.
• Participation in a two-week business development workshop in Lagos.
• Access to business advisory services and mentorship.
• Capacity-building sessions designed to strengthen business operations.
• Support to improve business growth, expansion, and long-term sustainability.
Application Process
• Interested entrepreneurs must complete and submit their applications through the official GET Compass SME Grant application portal.
• Applicants should provide accurate business and personal information and submit all required supporting documents.
• Only eligible and shortlisted applicants will proceed to the next stage of the selection process.
The GET Compass SME Grant is designed to help promising Nigerian businesses access the funding, training, and professional support required to improve productivity and build sustainable enterprises. Through grant funding and entrepreneurship development support, selected participants will gain practical knowledge and resources to strengthen their businesses and prepare for future growth.