Archives for June 12, 2026

Nominations open for Spirit of Togetherness Award

Deadline: 20-Jul-2026 The Spirit of Togetherness Award 2026, launched by Pernod Ricard in partnership with One Young World, will recognise five young leaders working to strengthen social connection, inclusion, and community togetherness. Each selected recipient will receive a €8,000 grant and … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Spirit of Togetherness Award

CFAs: C-CAMP Wadhwani Innovation Network Centre of Excellence (India)

Deadline: 20-Jun-2026 The C-CAMP Wadhwani Innovation Network Centre of Excellence is inviting applications from Indian start-ups and academic innovators working on biotech and bioengineering solutions with commercial potential. The programme supports innovations beyond TRL4, including prototype … [Read more...] about CFAs: C-CAMP Wadhwani Innovation Network Centre of Excellence (India)

CFPs: CSOs/CBOs to support People Living with Disabilities (Liberia)

Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The United Nations Development Programme is inviting Civil Society Organizations and Community-Based Organizations to submit proposals for livelihood initiatives that support biodiversity conservation around Gola National Park in Liberia. The grant opportunity has total … [Read more...] about CFPs: CSOs/CBOs to support People Living with Disabilities (Liberia)

RFPs: CSOs/CBOs to Enhance Land Productivity, Ecosystem Services (Liberia)

Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is inviting Civil Society Organizations and Community-Based Organizations to submit proposals for sustainable land restoration projects in Kokoya, Bong County, Liberia. Selected organizations may receive grants of up to … [Read more...] about RFPs: CSOs/CBOs to Enhance Land Productivity, Ecosystem Services (Liberia)

Submit Applications for Special Fund – Finland

Deadline: 15-Aug-2026 The Foundation for Economic Education is accepting applications for its Special Fund to support research, education, training, and development in business-related fields. The 2026 call gives special attention to research on innovation, commercialization, growth, pricing, … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Special Fund – Finland

Catalyzing Innovation with Artificial Intelligence Funding Programs

[June 2026] Discover a curated collection of grants, awards, accelerators, fellowships, innovation challenges, and funding programs supporting Artificial Intelligence (AI) innovation worldwide. These opportunities are open to startups, nonprofits, SMEs, researchers, entrepreneurs, … [Read more...] about Catalyzing Innovation with Artificial Intelligence Funding Programs

Call for Academic Innovators – Research Translation Accelerator Programme (India)

Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Discovery to Innovation Accelerator Research Translation Programme supports Indian academic researchers in converting proof-of-concept scientific discoveries into scalable, industry-ready technologies. It bridges academia and industry by aligning … [Read more...] about Call for Academic Innovators – Research Translation Accelerator Programme (India)

Open Call: Implementing Climate-Smart Dairy Initiatives (Sri Lanka)

Deadline: 22-Jun-2026 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is inviting NGOs and CSOs to implement a climate-smart dairy development project in Sri Lanka under the JSB CP-5 Project. The initiative focuses on strengthening rural livelihoods, improving dairy value chains, promoting women’s … [Read more...] about Open Call: Implementing Climate-Smart Dairy Initiatives (Sri Lanka)

HADeS Airport Security Screening Innovation Competition (UK)

Deadline: 19-Jun-2026 The HADeS Competition is a UK funding opportunity aimed at improving airport security screening through advanced detection technologies and system optimisation. It supports innovations that enhance passenger and cabin baggage screening, improve threat detection, and increase … [Read more...] about HADeS Airport Security Screening Innovation Competition (UK)

UNHCR Innovation Accelerator for Scaling Humanitarian Innovation

Deadline: 12-Jul-2026 The UNHCR Innovation Accelerator supports proven humanitarian innovations that are ready to move from pilot stage to large-scale implementation. It focuses on improving protection, inclusion, and assistance for refugees, stateless persons, and forcibly … [Read more...] about UNHCR Innovation Accelerator for Scaling Humanitarian Innovation

Apply now for Kari Howard Fund for Narrative Journalism

Deadline: 12-Jul-2026 The Kari Howard Fund for Narrative Journalism provides annual grants to support women, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming journalists producing immersive, human-centered narrative journalism. The fund prioritizes emotionally rich, literary-style reporting that captures … [Read more...] about Apply now for Kari Howard Fund for Narrative Journalism

CFPs: Quality Rehabilitation and Reintegration Services for Victims of Violence (Montenegro)

Deadline: 06-Jul-2026 The ADA-funded project “Institutionalization of quality services for the rehabilitation and reintegration of victims of violence II” is offering small sub-grants to NGOs in Montenegro. The initiative strengthens gender-based violence (GBV) rehabilitation and reintegration … [Read more...] about CFPs: Quality Rehabilitation and Reintegration Services for Victims of Violence (Montenegro)

Sustainable Chemical Supply Chains and Engineering Biology Innovation Exchange (UK)

Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 Innovate UK Business Connect is inviting organizations to submit technical challenges in sustainable chemical supply chains and engineering biology. The goal is to connect challenge owners with external innovators through the Innovation Exchange (iX) process. Selected … [Read more...] about Sustainable Chemical Supply Chains and Engineering Biology Innovation Exchange (UK)

Call to Support Digital Transformation and Climate Resilience Initiatives (Côte d’Ivoire)

Deadline: 08-Jul-2026 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Côte d’Ivoire has launched a call for expressions of interest to identify implementation partners for its 2026–2030 Country Programme. The initiative focuses on digital inclusion, local governance, social cohesion, climate … [Read more...] about Call to Support Digital Transformation and Climate Resilience Initiatives (Côte d’Ivoire)

CFPs: Disinformation Booster Academy for Journalists, Media Professionals, and Journalism Students (Ukraine)

Deadline: 21-Jun-2026 The Disinformation Booster Academy 2026 is a free training program for journalists, media professionals, and journalism students focused on countering disinformation, AI-driven manipulation, and misleading narratives. It provides hands-on training in OSINT, fact-checking, … [Read more...] about CFPs: Disinformation Booster Academy for Journalists, Media Professionals, and Journalism Students (Ukraine)

CFAs: Boost Your Ideas Program for Startups and Innovative Teams (Italy)

Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The Boost Your Ideas program is a startup and innovation acceleration initiative designed to help informal teams and startups transform ideas into scalable business projects. It provides structured training, coaching, mentoring, and networking support across key sectors such … [Read more...] about CFAs: Boost Your Ideas Program for Startups and Innovative Teams (Italy)

RFPs: Capacity Building on Innovative Financing for Development Solutions (Jordon and Lebanon)

Deadline: 18-Jun-2026 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Regional Bureau for Arab States is seeking a qualified non-profit partner to design and deliver capacity-building activities on innovative financing. The assignment focuses on blended finance, results-based financing, and … [Read more...] about RFPs: Capacity Building on Innovative Financing for Development Solutions (Jordon and Lebanon)

CETPartnership Joint Call for Clean Energy Transition Research and Innovation Projects

Deadline: 08-Oct-2026 The Clean Energy Transition Partnership (CETPartnership) Joint Call 2026 is a Europe-led funding initiative supporting transnational research, development, and innovation (RDI) projects that accelerate the transition toward a climate-neutral energy system. It brings together … [Read more...] about CETPartnership Joint Call for Clean Energy Transition Research and Innovation Projects

EERC Fellowship Program for Mid to Senior-Level Researchers (Nigeria)

Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Environmental and Economic Resource Centre (EERC) is inviting applications for its 2026 Cohort 4 fellowship targeting mid to senior-level researchers from Nigerian institutions. The program offers a 9–18 month sabbatical research engagement focused on climate change, … [Read more...] about EERC Fellowship Program for Mid to Senior-Level Researchers (Nigeria)

Call for Applications: Sustainable Tourism Market Scoping (Uganda)

Deadline: 26-Jun-2026 The United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF), together with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the European Union (EU), is commissioning a market scoping study focused on sustainable and nature-based tourism Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Sustainable Tourism Market Scoping (Uganda)

Call for Research Coordinating Center for Youth Obesity Treatment Research (United States)

Deadline: 09-Sep-2026 The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is launching a funding opportunity to establish a Research Coordinating Center that will serve as the central hub for a consortium of clinical research centers investigating optimal anti-obesity medication strategies for youth with … [Read more...] about Call for Research Coordinating Center for Youth Obesity Treatment Research (United States)

ASTRID Climatic Extremes Call for Expression of Interest 2026 (France)

Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The Climatic Extremes Call for Expression of Interest is a research initiative launched by the French National Research Agency (ANR) in partnership with the French Defence Innovation Agency (AID). The programme seeks innovative research projects that address the growing … [Read more...] about ASTRID Climatic Extremes Call for Expression of Interest 2026 (France)

SPIN: Rise Programme for Deep-Tech Researchers

Deadline: 05-Sep-2026 SPIN: Rise is designed to support researchers and scientists who want to explore the commercial and societal impact of their research beyond academia. The programme helps participants develop entrepreneurial skills, understand research commercialization pathways, and evaluate … [Read more...] about SPIN: Rise Programme for Deep-Tech Researchers

RFAs: Local Stories on the Role of Civic Participation Program (Ukraine)

Deadline: 24-Jun-2026 The Local Stories on the Role of Civic Participation Program is designed to support regional journalists in producing high-quality media content that explores the relationship between citizens, local authorities, and community development. The fellowship encourages fact-based … [Read more...] about RFAs: Local Stories on the Role of Civic Participation Program (Ukraine)

CFPs: Strengthening Civil Society Engagement for Just Energy Transition/Climate Action (Indonesia)

Deadline: 21-Jun-2026 The WWF Indonesia Foundation is inviting applications from civil society organizations in Indonesia to strengthen participation in the country's just energy transition and climate action efforts. The initiative focuses on enhancing organizational capacity, improving access to … [Read more...] about CFPs: Strengthening Civil Society Engagement for Just Energy Transition/Climate Action (Indonesia)