In a world striving for justice, equity, and inclusion, funding opportunities that support human rights, marginalized voices, and community empowerment are crucial—but often overlooked. Here's a curated list of 10 impactful grant opportunities supporting human rights, gender equality, disability … [Read more...] about 10 Grants for Human Rights and Equality You May Have Missed!
Archives for 2025
10+ New & Ongoing Funding Opportunities in Nigeria!
[July 2025] Discover 2025’s top funding opportunities in Nigeria for startups, SMEs, youth, women and NGOs. CFAs: BenueAID Discretionary Grants in Nigeria Deadline: 31-Dec-2025 BenueAID is now accepting applications for its Discretionary Grant to support innovative and impactful humanitarian … [Read more...] about 10+ New & Ongoing Funding Opportunities in Nigeria!
Apply Now: Northern Youth Cultural Fund (Canada)
Deadline: 15-Oct-2025 The Northern Youth Cultural Fund (NYCF) provides funding for cultural, artistic, and creative activities for children and youth aged 4 to 19 within the Northern District. Delivered in partnership with the Northern Sport, Culture and Recreation District (NSCRD), the fund aims … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Northern Youth Cultural Fund (Canada)
Request for Applications: Small Grant Accessibility Program in Canada
Deadline: 15-Aug-2025 Applications are now open for the Small Grant Accessibility Program, which aims to support grassroots and innovative cultural initiatives in Saskatchewan. The program is designed to respond to emergent needs or changes in the cultural sector and create access for first-time … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Small Grant Accessibility Program in Canada
Submissions open for Africa Open Lab Initiative
Deadline: 03-Sep-2025 Applications are now open for Africa Open Lab, a GSK initiative aimed at advancing scientific research and strengthening research capabilities across sub-Saharan Africa. The program supports early-career African scientists and clinicians by funding impactful research … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Africa Open Lab Initiative
Call for Applications: African Girls Can Code Initiative Camps 2025 – Kenya
Deadline: 24-Jul-2025 Are you a girl between the ages of 17 and 25 with a passion for technology, leadership, and driving social change? The African Girls Can Code Initiative (AGCCI) is back, and applications are now open for its 2025 camps in Kenya. This initiative is designed for aspiring … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: African Girls Can Code Initiative Camps 2025 – Kenya
Fast Track Award – £500 to Seize Your Next Big Opportunity (UK)
Deadline: 25-Jul-2025 Help Musicians is accepting applications for the Fast Track Award, a funding opportunity aimed at music creators who are ready to act quickly on new opportunities. This award is intended to help musicians grow or sustain their income from music or take part in something that … [Read more...] about Fast Track Award – £500 to Seize Your Next Big Opportunity (UK)
Call for Proposals: Advancing Municipal Energy Transition
Deadline: 25-Jul-2025 The Open Society Foundations Western Balkans (OSF-WB), through its Sunny Schools initiative, has supported the development of photovoltaic (PV) infrastructure in 86 public schools across 33 municipalities in Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, North Macedonia, and … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Advancing Municipal Energy Transition
Call for Nominations: Ignite Awards for Human Rights (Philippines)
Deadline: 30-Nov-2025 Amnesty International Philippines has launched the Ignite Awards for Human Rights, the first award-giving body in the country that is solely dedicated to honoring Human Rights Defenders. This initiative aims to recognize individuals and organizations whose work has … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: Ignite Awards for Human Rights (Philippines)
Call for Submissions: Technology Business Development Fund (Zambia)
Deadline: 31-Jul-2025 The Government of the Republic of Zambia (GRZ), through the Ministry of Technology and Science (MoTS), established the Technology Business Development Fund (TBDF) to support the development, transfer, and commercialization of innovative technologies that drive economic … [Read more...] about Call for Submissions: Technology Business Development Fund (Zambia)
Mauritania Innovation Challenge 2025
Deadline: 31-Jul-2025 The Cosmos Innovation Hub is seeking companies testing new and innovative solutions to improve the Mauritanian economy to apply for the Mauritania Innovation Challenge 2025. The Mauritania Innovation Challenge 2025 is a competition for young Mauritanian entrepreneurs … [Read more...] about Mauritania Innovation Challenge 2025
Call for Applications: Protecting Children in Humanitarian Crises (Nigeria)
Deadline: 25-Jul-2025 The United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund is now accepting applications for the initiative Protecting Children in Humanitarian Crises. This call for expression of interest is aimed at engaging community-based civil society organizations (CSOs) to help … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Protecting Children in Humanitarian Crises (Nigeria)
RFPs: Support to Ukraine CSOs for Combating Hate Speech (Ukraine)
Deadline: 01-Aug-2025 The European Union and Council of Europe have launched a call for proposals under the “Partnership for Good Governance” programme, specifically for the project aimed at combating hate speech in Ukraine. This initiative seeks to support selected grantees in developing … [Read more...] about RFPs: Support to Ukraine CSOs for Combating Hate Speech (Ukraine)
CFAs: Support for the Establishment and Management of Local Development Committees (Congo DR)
Deadline: 31-Aug-2025 Applications are now open to support the creation and management of Local Development Committees in the Kasaï Oriental and Lomami provinces of the Democratic Republic of Congo. These committees will lead the participatory development and implementation of Simple Territorial … [Read more...] about CFAs: Support for the Establishment and Management of Local Development Committees (Congo DR)
CFAs: A National firm to Assess the legal protection needs of LGBTI community in VN
Deadline: 29-Jul-2025 The United Nations Development Programme is inviting applications from national NGOs, research institutions, or national firms in Viet Nam to conduct a report assessing the legal protection needs of the LGBTI community, with a specific focus on LGBTI couples. The study will … [Read more...] about CFAs: A National firm to Assess the legal protection needs of LGBTI community in VN
Call for Proposals: Finnish Fund for Local Cooperation in Tanzania
Deadline: 05-Aug-2025 The Fund for Local Cooperation (FLC) is a funding tool managed by the Embassy of Finland in Tanzania. It is designed to support local civil society organizations in the country. The FLC works in line with the Finnish-Tanzanian bilateral cooperation and focuses on sustainable … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Finnish Fund for Local Cooperation in Tanzania
BC Rehab Foundation’s Individual Grant Program in Canada
Deadline: 12-Sep-2025 The BC Rehab Foundation’s Individual Grant Program provides funding for people with physical disabilities to help cover the cost of equipment. The program sets maximum funding limits for certain items to allow support for as many individuals as possible. For example, … [Read more...] about BC Rehab Foundation’s Individual Grant Program in Canada
BC Rehab Foundation launches Project Grant Program (Canada)
Deadline: 12-Sep-2025 The BC Rehab Foundation has launched the Project Grant Program to create opportunities for the full participation of people with physical disabilities. BC Rehab is dedicated to promoting equal opportunities and enhancing community accessibility across British … [Read more...] about BC Rehab Foundation launches Project Grant Program (Canada)
Call for Bids: Building Peaceful Interethnic Relations in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Deadline: 06-Aug-2025 The British Embassy Sarajevo is inviting bids for a project aimed at strengthening peaceful interethnic relations in Mostar and its surrounding areas. Proposals should focus on one or more specific goals and clearly state which they intend to address. One goal is to use … [Read more...] about Call for Bids: Building Peaceful Interethnic Relations in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Apply for Japanese-language Learners Event Grant (US)
Deadline: 01-Sep-2025 The Japan Foundation, Los Angeles (JFLA) offers financial support for Japanese-language related events that occur on a national, statewide, or regional level. These events can include speech contests, quiz contests, or presentations designed to motivate many … [Read more...] about Apply for Japanese-language Learners Event Grant (US)
Japanese Teaching Material Purchase Grant Program in the US
Deadline: 15-Sep-2025 The Japanese Teaching Material Purchase Grant Program supports educational institutions in the U.S. by providing financial assistance to purchase teaching materials for Japanese-language courses. This includes textbooks, audio-visual materials, cultural decor, dictionaries, … [Read more...] about Japanese Teaching Material Purchase Grant Program in the US
CFPs: Support the Design of an AI Chatbot for the Social Welfare System (Serbia)
Deadline: 24-Jul-2025 UNICEF has launched a call for proposals to support the design of an AI chatbot for the social welfare system in Serbia, with a focus on cash assistance and related social welfare rights. This initiative falls under the sectors of social policy and advocacy, specifically in … [Read more...] about CFPs: Support the Design of an AI Chatbot for the Social Welfare System (Serbia)
Call for Proposals: Civil Society against ILLICIT Financial Flows in Eastern and Southern Africa
Deadline: 15-Aug-2025 SecFin Africa has launched a call for proposals to fund and support civil society initiatives in East and Southern Africa aimed at raising public awareness, strengthening transparency, promoting accountability, and advocating for action against illicit financial flows (IFF) … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Civil Society against ILLICIT Financial Flows in Eastern and Southern Africa
Open Call for Alternativa Film Festival 2026
Deadline: 01-Sep-2025 Applications are now open for the Alternativa Film Festival, which celebrates films that blend artistic excellence with powerful social impact. The 2026 edition introduces more award categories and a larger prize pool to offer increased support and recognition to … [Read more...] about Open Call for Alternativa Film Festival 2026
Applications open for Food Bank Fundamentals Fund in United Kingdom
Deadline: 29-Jul-2025 The Asda Foundation is now accepting applications for its Foodbank Fundamentals Fund, aimed at supporting food distributors with essential supplies and equipment to serve disadvantaged people in local communities. This funding initiative responds to the ongoing … [Read more...] about Applications open for Food Bank Fundamentals Fund in United Kingdom
EU-Health Programme “Ezaka ho Tomady” to support Governance of the Health System (Madagascar)
Deadline: 17-Oct-2025 The EU-Health Programme "Ezaka ho Tomady" is working to improve access to and the quality of essential health services in Madagascar. It focuses on supporting mother-child health, youth—especially girls—and vulnerable populations. This initiative is part of the Multiannual … [Read more...] about EU-Health Programme “Ezaka ho Tomady” to support Governance of the Health System (Madagascar)
Recreation Assistance Grant Program in Australia
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026 The Mildura Rural City Council Recreation Grants support recreation groups to develop projects that promote participation in sport and recreation or improve access to quality facilities and programs. These grants aim to increase community involvement in leisure activities … [Read more...] about Recreation Assistance Grant Program in Australia
Request for Proposals: Wildlife Fellowship Training 2025
Deadline: 20-Aug-2025 The Morris Animal Foundation has opened its Wildlife Fellowship Training program to support research that advances the health and welfare of animals. The initiative focuses on funding humane, hypothesis-driven studies with strong scientific merit and potential for … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Wildlife Fellowship Training 2025
Applications open for Public Humanities Projects – United States
Deadline: 10-Sep-2025 The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Division of Public Programs is accepting applications for the Public Humanities Projects Program. This program supports projects that bring the ideas and insights of the humanities to general audiences through in-person … [Read more...] about Applications open for Public Humanities Projects – United States
Short Line Safety Institute Program in the US
Deadline: 08-Aug-2025 The Short Line Safety Institute Program is funded through a Congressional appropriation to support the Short Line Safety Institute, a 501(c)(3) organization. The Institute’s mission is to provide leadership that enhances the safety culture and performance of short line and … [Read more...] about Short Line Safety Institute Program in the US
APS Public Diplomacy Grants Program in Canada
Deadline: 20-Aug-2025 The U.S. Mission to Canada is offering funding opportunities through its Public Diplomacy Grants Program. This program supports creative initiatives that highlight American expertise and U.S.-Canada cooperation in historical and contemporary contexts, aiming to promote … [Read more...] about APS Public Diplomacy Grants Program in Canada
Open Data Framework Program in the United States
Deadline: 06-Aug-2025 The Open Data Framework Program aims to create a neutral and secure data repository and cooperative where producers, universities, and nonprofit organizations can store and share data. This effort is designed to foster agricultural innovation, support technological … [Read more...] about Open Data Framework Program in the United States
Igniting Eswatini’s Green Engine: Empowering MSMEs and Community Service Centres for a Just Energy Transition
Deadline: 31-Jul-2025 The World Food Programme is now accepting grant applications under the initiative Igniting Eswatini's Green Engine. This program aims to empower Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and Community Service Centres to drive a just energy transition in Eswatini. It … [Read more...] about Igniting Eswatini’s Green Engine: Empowering MSMEs and Community Service Centres for a Just Energy Transition
Applications open for the Education Equality Fund in Turkey
Deadline: 11-Aug-2025 Applications are now open for the Equality in Education Fund, coordinated by the Support Foundation for Civil Society with financial backing from the Yamantürk Foundation. This fund aims to support projects by non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that work to improve access … [Read more...] about Applications open for the Education Equality Fund in Turkey
Apply for CAPES-Humboldt Research Fellowship (Brazil)
Deadline: 28-Nov-2025 The CAPES-Humboldt Research Fellowship supports postdoctoral and experienced researchers conducting research in Germany. As a fellow, you receive individual support from the Humboldt Foundation and access to their wide sponsorship network. The Alexander von Humboldt … [Read more...] about Apply for CAPES-Humboldt Research Fellowship (Brazil)
Apply for Arts, Festivals and Events Grants in Australia
Deadline: 11-Aug-2025 The Greater Dandenong City Council’s Arts, Festivals and Events Grants stream is open to not-for-profit community groups and organisations to support projects that foster community connection, cultural exchange, and appreciation of diversity through creative and public … [Read more...] about Apply for Arts, Festivals and Events Grants in Australia
Climate Change Action Grant Program in Australia
Deadline: 11-Aug-2025 The Climate Change Action Grant stream is now open to small not-for-profit community groups, organisations, and schools. This funding supports projects that create positive environmental outcomes and contribute to the City of Greater Dandenong’s efforts in addressing climate … [Read more...] about Climate Change Action Grant Program in Australia
Applications open for Community Development Grants – Australia
Deadline: 11-Aug-2025 The Greater Dandenong City Council is now accepting applications for its Community Development Grants. This funding opportunity is open to not-for-profit community groups and organisations aiming to strengthen community capacity, foster social inclusion, promote healthy … [Read more...] about Applications open for Community Development Grants – Australia
Grant to Support Survivors of Gender Based Violence (Canada)
Deadline: 01-Aug-2025 The Government of Alberta is now accepting grant applications to support survivors of gender-based violence and improve related community services. Gender-based violence includes a wide range of harmful behaviors such as intimate partner violence, sexual assault, harassment, … [Read more...] about Grant to Support Survivors of Gender Based Violence (Canada)
Open Call for Gandhara Independent Film Festival
Deadline: 31-Jul-2025 The Gandhara Independent Film Festival is thrilled to announce that this year’s competitive section is open to filmmakers worldwide. #GIFFEST2025 aims to showcase some of the most exceptional films globally. For the past five years, GIFF has given filmmakers the opportunity … [Read more...] about Open Call for Gandhara Independent Film Festival
IHFC Call for Startups and Researchers (India)
Deadline: 15-Aug-2025 I-Hub Foundation for Cobotics (IHFC), invites technologies/products/services with Technology Readiness Level, TRL>4, and patents (Filed/Published/Granted) with commercial potential in technology domain of Cobotics (DeepTech like AI, Robotics, IoT, ML, Communication, … [Read more...] about IHFC Call for Startups and Researchers (India)
Open Call: Protecting Children in Humanitarian Crises in Benue State (Nigeria)
Deadline: 25-Jul-2025 The United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) is requesting applications for a project focused on Protecting Children in Humanitarian Crises in Benue State. This Call for Expression of Interest (EOI) seeks to engage community-based civil society … [Read more...] about Open Call: Protecting Children in Humanitarian Crises in Benue State (Nigeria)
Ireland Fellows Programme – Casement Fellowship in Human Rights (Nigeria)
Deadline: 25-Jul-2025 Entries are now open for the Ireland Fellows Programme, which supports early to mid-career professionals from eligible countries who show leadership potential. The programme offers a prestigious, fully funded one-year master’s level education at a higher education … [Read more...] about Ireland Fellows Programme – Casement Fellowship in Human Rights (Nigeria)
Request for EOIs: Digital Girls Hub – Young Women Employment (India)
Deadline: 23-Jul-2025 The United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) has launched a multi-year program called ‘Digital Girls Hub (DGH)’ to tackle various challenges faced by young women, especially in rural areas. The program brings together appropriate solutions on a single … [Read more...] about Request for EOIs: Digital Girls Hub – Young Women Employment (India)
Ireland Fellows Programme – Frank Ferguson Fellowship in Zambia
Deadline: 25-Jul-2025 The Ireland Fellows Programme supports early to mid-career professionals from eligible countries who have leadership potential by offering a prestigious, world-class education that contributes to capacity building. Selected students get the opportunity to undertake a fully … [Read more...] about Ireland Fellows Programme – Frank Ferguson Fellowship in Zambia
Call for EOIs: Strengthening accessibility to basic and Social Protection Services (Pakistan)
Deadline: 30-Jul-2025 The United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) is inviting applications to improve access to essential and social protection services for the most vulnerable children, adolescents, and women. This initiative focuses on supporting deprived populations in … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Strengthening accessibility to basic and Social Protection Services (Pakistan)
Call for Expression of Interests: Youth Skills and Livelihoods (Afghanistan)
Deadline: 03-Aug-2025 The United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) is inviting national and international non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and civil society organisations (CSOs) in Afghanistan to submit proposals for projects aimed at empowering adolescents and youth, … [Read more...] about Call for Expression of Interests: Youth Skills and Livelihoods (Afghanistan)
Call for Applications: Documentation of Cultural Heritage Assets (Kosovo)
Deadline: 31-Jul-2025 The OSCE Mission in Kosovo is inviting university students from diverse communities to apply for a five-day practical training on the Documentation of Cultural Heritage Assets. This training will take place from 18 to 22 August 2025 and will focus on the … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Documentation of Cultural Heritage Assets (Kosovo)
Entries open for Youth Start-Up Competition
Deadline: 20-Sep-2025 Entries are now open for the Youth Start-Up Competition to spotlight and support young entrepreneurs aged 18 to 25 who are developing bold, creative start-up ideas to help shape a more sustainable, inclusive, and competitive Europe. Youth Start-Up Competition (YSC) is a … [Read more...] about Entries open for Youth Start-Up Competition
Belgium-Netherlands Funding of International Trials (Fourth Call)
Deadline: 02-Sep-2025 ZonMw has announced a new Belgium-Netherlands funding opportunity for non-commercial, practice-oriented research. This joint initiative is supported by ZonMw and the Belgian Health Care Knowledge Centre (KCE). It is designed to support clinical trials that compare the … [Read more...] about Belgium-Netherlands Funding of International Trials (Fourth Call)
