[March 2026] Discover 60+ United Nations grants and partnership opportunities available for 2026. These opportunities support initiatives across areas such as sustainable development, climate action, health, education, and humanitarian efforts, helping organizations and changemakers scale their … [Read more...] about 60+ United Nations Grants and Partnership Opportunities Available for 2026
Russell Sage Foundation’s Core Research Grants Program (US)
Deadline: 15-Jul-2026 The Core Research Grants program provides competitive funding for high-level scholarly research through a multi-stage application process. Grants are offered at two levels, up to $200,000 for Trustee-approved grants and up to $75,000 for Presidential-Authority grants, with … [Read more...] about Russell Sage Foundation’s Core Research Grants Program (US)
Open Call for KNAW Van Walree Fund (Netherlands)
Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The KNAW Van Walree Fund provides up to €10,000 to early career researchers in medical, biomedical, or health sciences to support sustainable and innovative initiatives that enhance international knowledge sharing. The fund emphasizes environmentally responsible and globally … [Read more...] about Open Call for KNAW Van Walree Fund (Netherlands)
National Water Innovation Hackathon for Youth and Community Solutions (India)
Deadline: 22-Apr-2026 The National Water Innovation Hackathon 2026 by the International Water Management Institute supports youth innovators and community-led initiatives in India to develop scalable solutions for water challenges. Participants compete for cash prizes up to INR 100,000, mentorship, … [Read more...] about National Water Innovation Hackathon for Youth and Community Solutions (India)
African Public Health Emergency Management Fellowship (Cohort III)
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026 The African Public Health Emergency Management Fellowship is a six-month residential program in Ethiopia and Zambia for mid-career public health professionals from African Union member states. The fellowship strengthens leadership and operational capacity in emergency … [Read more...] about African Public Health Emergency Management Fellowship (Cohort III)
Grand Challenges: Addressing Physiological Barriers to Micronutrient Absorption from Fortified Foods
Deadline: 28-Apr-2026 The Grand Challenges Addressing Physiological Barriers to Micronutrient Absorption from Fortified Foods provides up to $250,000 USD over 18 months for innovative solutions that improve the effectiveness of fortified foods. The initiative seeks proposals targeting biological … [Read more...] about Grand Challenges: Addressing Physiological Barriers to Micronutrient Absorption from Fortified Foods
Applications open for Next Generation Women Leaders Program
Deadline: 20-Apr-2026 The Next Generation Women Leaders Program 2026 supports ambitious women in the Asia-Pacific region with leadership development, mentorship, and networking opportunities. Taking place in May–June 2026, the program combines interactive workshops, curated learning sessions, and … [Read more...] about Applications open for Next Generation Women Leaders Program
Open Call: RUTF Cost-Disrupting Innovations Challenge
Deadline: 28-Apr-2026 The Cost-Disrupting Innovations Grand Challenge seeks transformative solutions to lower the cost of Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF) for treating Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM). Funding up to $1.5 million USD supports innovations in protein, lipid, packaging, production, … [Read more...] about Open Call: RUTF Cost-Disrupting Innovations Challenge
International Day of Yoga 2026 – Yog Geet Jingle Contest (India)
Deadline: 20-Apr-2026 The Ministry of AYUSH (MoA), in collaboration with MyGov, invites Indian citizens aged 18 and above to compose a Yog Geet or jingle for the International Day of Yoga 2026. The composition should promote physical and mental health, stress reduction, productivity, and wellness, … [Read more...] about International Day of Yoga 2026 – Yog Geet Jingle Contest (India)
E-poster Competition on the occasion of IDY 2026 (India)
Deadline: 20-Apr-2026 The Ministry of Ayush, in collaboration with MyGov, invites Indian citizens to participate in the International Day of Yoga 2026 e-poster competition. Participants can submit original e-posters on diverse health and lifestyle themes, with top 10 winners receiving ₹10,000 each, … [Read more...] about E-poster Competition on the occasion of IDY 2026 (India)
Reel Contest on International Day of Yoga 2026 (India)
Deadline: 20-Apr-2026 The Ministry of Ayush, in collaboration with MyGov, invites Indian citizens to create original yoga reels showcasing yoga postures, practices, and wellness messages. Winners will receive ₹10,000 each, and the challenge promotes creativity, mindfulness, and the benefits of yoga … [Read more...] about Reel Contest on International Day of Yoga 2026 (India)
CFPs: End-To-End Scholarship Programme Management and Tech-Platform Implementation (India)
Deadline: 20-Apr-2026 SBI Foundation invites experienced agencies to apply as implementation partners for the SBI Platinum Jubilee Asha Scholarship 2026. The partner will manage end-to-end scholarship operations for 24,000–25,000 students, including application processing, selection, onboarding, … [Read more...] about CFPs: End-To-End Scholarship Programme Management and Tech-Platform Implementation (India)
Request for Proposals: Wayne F. Placek Grant Program (US)
Deadline: 12-Jun-2026 The Wayne F. Placek Grant Program offers two research grants of up to $15,000 each to support studies that increase understanding of LGBTQIA+ issues, reduce stress for LGBTQIA+ individuals, and address prejudice, discrimination, and underrepresented populations. Eligible … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Wayne F. Placek Grant Program (US)
Request for Proposals: Child Development Projects (India)
Deadline: 20-Apr-2026 The SBIF Muskaan program by SBI Foundation invites proposals from eligible Indian non-profits to implement child development projects addressing malnutrition, healthcare access, education, and child protection. Funding is available for two-year projects with financial … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Child Development Projects (India)
Call for Proposals: Support Social-Impact Startup Incubation (India)
Deadline: 20-Apr-2026 The SBIF LEAP program by SBI Foundation invites eligible Indian non-profits to support the incubation and acceleration of social-impact startups. Projects can receive ₹50 lakh to ₹5 crore in funding for one to three years, focusing on startups that address developmental … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Support Social-Impact Startup Incubation (India)
Apply Now: The Springfield Research Fund Grant Program (US)
Deadline: 12-Jun-2026 The Springfield Research Fund Grant invites early career psychologists to apply for funding up to $21,000 to support research on contemporary LGBTQIA+ issues. The grant emphasizes challenging stereotypes and harmful narratives while promoting understanding of intersectional … [Read more...] about Apply Now: The Springfield Research Fund Grant Program (US)
SBI Foundation SBIF CONSERW Urban Plantation Grant (India)
Deadline: 22-Apr-2026 The SBI Foundation’s SBIF CONSERW initiative invites eligible NGOs to implement urban ecosystem restoration and plantation projects across India. Projects can receive funding up to ₹4 crore over 1–3 years, focusing on Miyawaki forests, community-based plantations, and … [Read more...] about SBI Foundation SBIF CONSERW Urban Plantation Grant (India)
Open Call: Carbon Capture Technologies Program (Australia)
Deadline: 06-May-2026 The Carbon Capture Technologies Program offers grants of up to $10 million to Australian organisations developing innovative CO2 capture, utilisation, and removal technologies. The program supports pilot and demonstration projects in hard-to-abate industries like cement, … [Read more...] about Open Call: Carbon Capture Technologies Program (Australia)
The Springfield Research Fund Dissertation Fellowship (US)
Deadline: 12-Jun-2026 The Springfield Research Fund Dissertation Fellowship provides up to $10,000 to graduate students conducting dissertation research on contemporary LGBTQIA+ issues, with an additional $1,000 publication bonus upon successful publication. The fellowship aims to dispel … [Read more...] about The Springfield Research Fund Dissertation Fellowship (US)
CFAs: Kenneth B. and Mamie P. Clark Grant Program (US)
Deadline: 18-Jun-2026 The Kenneth B. and Mamie P. Clark Fund provides a $7,500 grant in 2026 to support graduate student research exploring the relationship between self-identity and academic achievement in children from kindergarten through grade 8. This opportunity emphasizes diversity, … [Read more...] about CFAs: Kenneth B. and Mamie P. Clark Grant Program (US)
29th Annual Peace Pals International Art Exhibition and Awards
Deadline: 31-Aug-2026 The 29th Annual Peace Pals International Art Exhibition and Awards invites children aged 5–16 worldwide to submit original artwork under the theme “Together in Peace.” The program celebrates creativity, cultural understanding, and peaceful coexistence, awarding Peace Poles and … [Read more...] about 29th Annual Peace Pals International Art Exhibition and Awards
Applications Open: Canadian Literary Publishing Grant
Deadline: 15-Apr-2026 The Literary Publishing Projects Grant provides up to $30,000 to Canadian publishers for producing books and magazines by Canadian writers. The grant promotes artistic practice, strengthens the national arts ecosystem, and supports publishers in developing, promoting, and … [Read more...] about Applications Open: Canadian Literary Publishing Grant
Nominations open for National Academies Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards
Deadline: 03-Apr-2026 The National Academies Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards support individuals engaged in science communication, science journalism, or research who demonstrate the ability to produce high-quality, engaging science content. A total of 24 awards are available, with top prizes of … [Read more...] about Nominations open for National Academies Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards
CFPs: Enhancing HCP Education in Maternal Vaccination (Saudi Arabia)
Deadline: 07-May-2026 The Pfizer Maternal Vaccination Education Grant provides up to $75,000 per project to healthcare institutions and professional organizations in Saudi Arabia. The program supports initiatives that enhance healthcare professionals’ knowledge, competence, and clinical practices … [Read more...] about CFPs: Enhancing HCP Education in Maternal Vaccination (Saudi Arabia)
Apply Now: Indigenous Biodiversity Community Grant (New Zealand)
Deadline: 01-May-2026 The Indigenous Biodiversity Community Grant, offered by Horizons Regional Council, funds community-led projects that restore and protect indigenous biodiversity while fostering stronger connections between people and nature. Grants support initiatives that enhance ecosystems, … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Indigenous Biodiversity Community Grant (New Zealand)
Climate Response Fund for Resilient Communities (New Zealand)
Deadline: 01-May-2026 The Community Climate Response Fund provides financial support to community-led projects in the Manawatū-Whanganui region that enhance resilience to climate change and promote a low-carbon future. Eligible not-for-profits, schools, marae, iwi, hapū, and endorsed individuals … [Read more...] about Climate Response Fund for Resilient Communities (New Zealand)
Apply Now: Builders of Africa’s Future Accelerator Program 2026
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026 The Builders of Africa’s Future (BAF) 2026 Accelerator Program supports early-stage African entrepreneurs in scaling ventures through mentorship, enterprise training, and networking opportunities. Focus areas include health, education, energy, agriculture, financial and gender … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Builders of Africa’s Future Accelerator Program 2026
Submissions open for Photography 4 Humanity Global Prize
Deadline: 12-Jul-2026 Photography4Humanity invites emerging photographers worldwide to submit images exploring the theme of Home, reflecting safety, belonging, identity, memory, loss, and place. Selected works will be exhibited at the United Nations Headquarters in New York on Human … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Photography 4 Humanity Global Prize
ZMINA: Resilience Grants for International Cultural Cooperation
Deadline: 10-May-2026 The ZMINA: Resilience program provides grants up to €25,000 for Ukrainian cultural organizations to develop international collaborative projects with partners from Creative Europe countries. The program supports co-creation in any artistic or cultural sector (except … [Read more...] about ZMINA: Resilience Grants for International Cultural Cooperation
Applications open for Film Grant Program
Deadline: 06-Apr-2026 The CCCL Film Festival offers film production grants to emerging Thai and Southeast Asian filmmakers exploring climate change and its social, cultural, and political impacts. Selected filmmakers will attend a 4-day workshop in Bangkok and receive funding up to THB 75,000 to … [Read more...] about Applications open for Film Grant Program
IREX Grant for Veteran Civil Service Integration (Ukraine)
Deadline: 15-Apr-2026 The IREX Ukraine Veterans Rehabilitation and Reintegration Program (UVRR) provides a grant of up to $150,000 to strengthen institutional capacity for integrating veterans into civil service and NGO roles in Ukraine. The program supports training, internships, professional … [Read more...] about IREX Grant for Veteran Civil Service Integration (Ukraine)
Response Hub Travel Grant Program for Activists
Deadline: 03-Sep-2026 The Response Hub Travel Grant Program provides up to EUR 1,500 to activists from the Western Balkans to attend conferences, advocacy meetings, and specialized workshops. The program supports building social capital, strengthening regional and international … [Read more...] about Response Hub Travel Grant Program for Activists
Entries open for Youth Leadership Program in Zambia
Deadline: 06-Apr-2026 The Healing Balm Foundation, in partnership with Digital Opportunity Trust and The Mastercard Foundation, invites young graduates in Livingstone and Kazungula District to apply for the Youth Leadership Program. The eight-month program offers training in leadership, digital … [Read more...] about Entries open for Youth Leadership Program in Zambia
Community Grants for Well-being and Sustainability in Moorfoot (UK)
Deadline: 02-Jul-2026 The Carcant Wind Farm Community Fund (Moorfoot) provides grants from £250 to £1,500 to support local community projects that improve well-being, sustainability, and community spirit in the Moorfoot area of Midlothian. Administered by Foundation Scotland and … [Read more...] about Community Grants for Well-being and Sustainability in Moorfoot (UK)
SBI Foundation Sashakti RFP for Women Empowerment Projects (India)
Deadline: 20-Apr-2026 The SBI Foundation SBIF Sashakti Programme invites Indian non-profits to submit proposals for projects promoting women’s empowerment, including income generation in non-traditional livelihoods and support for women involved in commercial sex work. Grants range from INR 1 crore … [Read more...] about SBI Foundation Sashakti RFP for Women Empowerment Projects (India)
Open Call for Fantoche 24th International Animation Film Festival
Deadline: 03-May-2026 The Fantoche 24th International Animation Film Festival in Baden, Switzerland, invites global filmmakers to showcase innovative animation works and compete for cash prizes and awards. The festival emphasizes frame-by-frame animation, creative storytelling, and emerging talent, … [Read more...] about Open Call for Fantoche 24th International Animation Film Festival
Call for Proposals: Aquatic Ecosystem Conservation by SBI Foundation (India)
Deadline: 15-Apr-2026 The SBI Foundation invites Indian non-profits to apply under SBIF CONSERW: Jaldhara for projects focused on aquatic ecosystem conservation, including waterbody rejuvenation, spring shed management, riverbank protection, and rainwater harvesting. Funding ranges … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Aquatic Ecosystem Conservation by SBI Foundation (India)
RFPs: Persons with Disabilities Livelihoods (India)
Deadline: 20-Apr-2026 The SBI Foundation invites Indian non-profit organizations to submit proposals under its Centre of Excellence for Persons with Disabilities (CoE) to support vocational training, skill development, and entrepreneurship programs that promote sustainable livelihoods and economic … [Read more...] about RFPs: Persons with Disabilities Livelihoods (India)
Open Call: Build Strong Initiative for Local Communities (US and Canada)
Deadline: 16-Nov-2026 The TC Energy Build Strong initiative provides funding of $1,000–$25,000 to local organizations in communities near TC Energy operations across North America. The program supports projects that address community needs, promote equity and inclusivity, foster … [Read more...] about Open Call: Build Strong Initiative for Local Communities (US and Canada)
Call for Applications: Academic Development Grant Programme
Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The Academic Development Grant Program provides funding to universities and academic institutions to advance high-quality Buddhist studies through research, outreach, and collaborative initiatives. The program supports programs that foster scholarly excellence, … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Academic Development Grant Programme
CFPs: Humanitarian Assistance for Displaced Persons and Refugees (Sudan)
Deadline: 04-May-2026 The Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS) invites eligible non-profit organizations to submit proposals for humanitarian interventions in Sudan, targeting displaced persons, refugees, and host communities affected by ongoing conflict. The initiative focuses on … [Read more...] about CFPs: Humanitarian Assistance for Displaced Persons and Refugees (Sudan)
UNDP Call for Community Environmental Initiatives (Mauritania)
Deadline: 03-Apr-2026 The UNDP Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (SGP) invites community-based and civil society organizations to submit proposals for small-scale, high-impact environmental projects. Grants up to USD 75,000 support initiatives in ecosystem conservation, sustainable … [Read more...] about UNDP Call for Community Environmental Initiatives (Mauritania)
WTO launches Young Trade Leaders Programme
Deadline: 01-May-2026 The WTO Young Trade Leaders Programme 2026 offers young professionals aged 18–28 the chance to engage with global trade, gain insights into the WTO’s work, and develop as future trade leaders. Participants receive mentoring, training, and travel support to Geneva … [Read more...] about WTO launches Young Trade Leaders Programme
Call for Expressions of Interest: Youth in Action Project (Burkina Faso)
Deadline: 01-Apr-2026 The UNICEF “Youth in Action” project seeks partner organisations to empower youth and promote gender equality across multiple regions of Burkina Faso. The initiative focuses on youth leadership, participation, and gender-inclusive community development, with special emphasis … [Read more...] about Call for Expressions of Interest: Youth in Action Project (Burkina Faso)
Call for Concept Notes: Advancing Internet Innovation and Digital Inclusion
Deadline: 24-Apr-2026 The ISIF Asia 2026 grants program, supported by the APNIC Foundation, invites organisations across the Asia Pacific to submit concept notes for innovative, scalable digital solutions. Focus areas include Internet access, digital infrastructure, IPv6 deployment, digital health, … [Read more...] about Call for Concept Notes: Advancing Internet Innovation and Digital Inclusion
Call for Early Childhood and School Development (Armenia)
Deadline: 30-Mar-2026 The UNICEF Armenia 2026–2027 programme partners with civil society organizations to improve school infrastructure and early childhood education in Yerevan and surrounding regions. Focus areas include STEM capacity building, psychologists’ room renovations, WASH interventions, … [Read more...] about Call for Early Childhood and School Development (Armenia)
CFAs: Supporting Local Development Projects in Equatorial Guinea
Deadline: 12-Apr-2026 The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) 2026 provides funding for small-scale, high-impact projects in Equatorial Guinea to advance sustainable development and strengthen civil society. Priority areas include inclusive governance, human rights, peacebuilding, and economic … [Read more...] about CFAs: Supporting Local Development Projects in Equatorial Guinea
Funding available for Sustainable Battery Business Models (Sweden)
Deadline: 21-Apr-2026 The Sustainable Battery Business Models Grant Program provides funding of up to SEK 4 million for collaborative projects developing innovative, sustainable battery solutions in Sweden. The programme focuses on system integration, performance optimization, and … [Read more...] about Funding available for Sustainable Battery Business Models (Sweden)
Call for EOIs: Strengthening Climate-Resilient WASH in Schools (India)
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026 The UNICEF Madhya Pradesh WASH Programme supports climate-resilient water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) practices in 4,000 schools across the state. The initiative emphasizes policy development, capacity building, behavior change, and community engagement, aiming to … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Strengthening Climate-Resilient WASH in Schools (India)
CFAs: Mykolaiv Community Restoration Grants (Ukraine)
Deadline: 08-Apr-2026 The NGO Southern Development Strategy (SDS), in partnership with Save the Children and supported by Danida, invites applications for community restoration projects in the Mykolaiv region. Grants up to UAH 1,022,085 support inclusive, needs-based initiatives combining … [Read more...] about CFAs: Mykolaiv Community Restoration Grants (Ukraine)
