For each project a partnership is created between the HEINEKEN Africa Foundation, the local HEINEKEN brewery and a local or international (N)GO. The Foundation provides funding and administrative assistance. The local brewery supports through means of manpower, expertise and monitoring. The (N)GO is responsible for the implementation and continuation of the project.
About HEINEKEN Africa Foundation
The HEINEKEN Africa Foundation is proud to work with an extremely committed and diverse team of people.
On a day to day basis the Foundation is managed by the General Manger who is assisted by a range of highly motivated people working for HEINEKEN at Head Office and in the African operating companies. The Trustees are responsible for the decision making and depend highly on the diverse range of expertise of the Advisory Board members.... continue reading

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HEINEKEN Africa Foundation Grants
Aim and Benefits of HEINEKEN Africa Foundation Grants
Maximum requested amount of EUR 75,000 per year (with a 3-year maximum).
Requirements for HEINEKEN Africa Foundation Grants Qualification
An eligible HEINEKEN Africa Foundation Grants project proposal:
- focusses on Mother & Child care or WASH (water, sanitation and hygiene)
- directly improves the health situation for needy communities living in the environment of a HEINEKEN Sub-Saharan African organization. See where where HEINEKEN operates in the Program Webpage.
- cooperates with global and/or local partners (NGOs/GOs/overseas development ministries/international organizations)
- has measurable positive results
- has a sustainable follow-up or clear conclusion
- is approved and motivated by the General Manager of the related HEINEKEN operation
- is submitted to the HAF General Manager by the local HEINEKEN operating company
- does not exceed the maximum requested amount of EUR 75,000 per year (with a 3-year maximum)
The HEINEKEN Africa Foundation excludes projects that:
- may lead to a direct commercial benefit for the local HEINEKEN operation
- replace health benefits currently provided to HEINEKEN employees and their family members
- focus on adolescents (in the age of primary and secondary school)
- are research projects, scholarships and medical or health-related events and conferences
Application Deadline
April 15, 2022How to Apply
- Project proposals can only be submitted by the local HEINEKEN operating companies in close collaboration with a (N)GO. By making use of HEINEKEN’s local infrastructure and network we believe that we can make a bigger impact.
- Does your project comply with these criteria? Please contact the local HEINEKEN operating company to further discuss your project proposal.
For more details, visit HEINEKEN Africa Foundation website.