Grand Challenges is a family of initiatives fostering innovation to solve key global health and development problems. Grand Challenges initiatives launch challenges as open requests for grant proposals, refining the process of sourcing innovation over time. Each challenge is an experiment in … [Read more...] about Gates Foundation’s Grand Challenges Global Call to Action to Help End the COVID Crisis
Open Call: Innovations in Eliminating Neglected Tropical Diseases
Deadline: 13 Jan 2022 The Grand Challenges in Global Health (GCGH) is pleased to launch the grant program entitled "Innovations in Eliminating Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs)" to identify areas for transformational innovation in service of national NTD programs. Areas GCGH is inviting … [Read more...] about Open Call: Innovations in Eliminating Neglected Tropical Diseases
16th Round of United Nations Democracy Fund: Grants of up to US$300,000 per two-year project
Deadline: 6 December 2021 Applications are now open for the 16th round of the United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF) to support projects that strengthen the voice of civil society, promote human rights, and encourage the participation of all groups in democratic processes. The large majority of … [Read more...] about 16th Round of United Nations Democracy Fund: Grants of up to US$300,000 per two-year project
$100k Global Innovation and other Grants for Agriculture, Food and Nutrition
Arrell Global Food Innovation Awards: Win $100,000 CAD Deadline: 14 January 2022 Nominations are now open for the Arrell Global Food Innovation Awards to recognize global excellence in food innovation and community impact...[more] UNCDF RFAs: Agricultural Value Chain Digitization Deadline: … [Read more...] about $100k Global Innovation and other Grants for Agriculture, Food and Nutrition
A Chance to Win $100,000 CAD from Arrell Global Food Innovation Awards
Deadline: 14 January 2022 Nominations are now open for the Arrell Global Food Innovation Awards to recognize global excellence in food innovation and community impact. Arrell Food Institute recognizes global leaders who are ensuring future food security for the planet, and hopes to inspire new … [Read more...] about A Chance to Win $100,000 CAD from Arrell Global Food Innovation Awards
End Violence Partnership: Open Call to tackle online Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse
Deadline: 15-Nov-21 The End Violence Partnership is announcing the 2021 Safe Online investment round of US$ 15 million focused on strengthening systems and technology solutions to enable more effective and coordinated efforts to tackle online child sexual exploitation and abuse (CSEA). With … [Read more...] about End Violence Partnership: Open Call to tackle online Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse
Building Beyond Open Call: Each Participant receives an award of €10.000
Deadline: 1 November 2021 For Building Beyond, The Prince Claus Fund is inviting you as an emerging artist, designer, creative and thinker whose practice relates to design, public space, architecture, activism, policy, and the digital space to propose new methods for investigating challenges … [Read more...] about Building Beyond Open Call: Each Participant receives an award of €10.000
$500,000 Grants to ensure Water Security for Sustainable Development and Food Security
Deadline: 31 December 2021 The Hassan II Great World Water Prize is now open for entries! One of the most prestigious and globally recognized prizes to create global awareness and taking concrete measures to promote the cause of water. The aim is to ensure water security throughout the world, … [Read more...] about $500,000 Grants to ensure Water Security for Sustainable Development and Food Security
Enterprise Singapore’s Open Challenge and 20 Other Seed Grants for New NGOs and Startups
[October 2021] 2021 Sustainability Open Innovation Challenge – Round 1 Deadline: 24-Oct-21 The Enterprise Singapore (ESG) is collaborating with key industry partners to launch the 1st Round of the 2021 Sustainability Open Innovation Challenge (SOIC) to help build a brighter future for the … [Read more...] about Enterprise Singapore’s Open Challenge and 20 Other Seed Grants for New NGOs and Startups
SCALE Creative Green Adaptation Award
Deadline: 10 October 2021 Nominations are now open for the SCALE Creative Green Adaptation Award. As communities around the globe face unprecedented challenges due to climate change, humanitarian and development practitioners are rapidly adapting the ways in which they deliver critical aid and … [Read more...] about SCALE Creative Green Adaptation Award
Poverty-Fighting Grants & Free Downloadable Resources for Enhancing Livelihood
[October 2021] Let's Work Together and Promote Efforts Towards Poverty Eradication! It is evident that with the joint efforts of governments, development organisations, NGOs, and other charitable organisations, we can achieve poverty reduction to the maximum extent. However, especially after COVID … [Read more...] about Poverty-Fighting Grants & Free Downloadable Resources for Enhancing Livelihood
35+ Grant Initiatives for empowering Women and Girls around the world
[September 2021] Explore the list of various open funding opportunities for NGOs and individuals working to empower vulnerable women and girls around the world. if Social Impact Prize: €100,000 Grants for Projects working to address Poverty, Hunger, Lack of Education Deadline: 18-Nov-21 You … [Read more...] about 35+ Grant Initiatives for empowering Women and Girls around the world
New Small Grants for Socio-economic Development Projects in 2021
[August 2021] These small grants will provide financial support to NGOs for addressing new socio-economic challenges emerging from the pandemic. To boost fundraising efforts for your project, explore our latest list of grant opportunities. Gupta Family Foundation’s Grant to empower Individuals … [Read more...] about New Small Grants for Socio-economic Development Projects in 2021
40+ Open Calls for New Project Ideas on Women Empowerment and Gender Equality
[August 2021] A list of top grant opportunities for NGOs and individuals working for the promotion of women empowerment and gender equality around the world. Lead2030 | £50,000 Grants for Young Leaders making an impact for the SDGs Powered by some of the world’s leading businesses, Lead2030 … [Read more...] about 40+ Open Calls for New Project Ideas on Women Empowerment and Gender Equality
US Small Grants Program, India Open Grants Fund, Teach For India Fellowship and other grants for India
(July 2021) Paul Hamlyn Foundation: India Open Grants Fund for NGO Initiatives Deadline: Ongoing The Paul Hamlyn Foundation is seeking applications for its India Open Grants Fund that assists NGOs to consciously design and develop programmes which assist vulnerable communities to build on their … [Read more...] about US Small Grants Program, India Open Grants Fund, Teach For India Fellowship and other grants for India
65+ Innovative Grants for helping Children living in Poverty
(July 2021) Froebel Trust offering seed grants for Child Development Deadline: 23 September 2021 The Froebel Trust’s Open Call for Research Grant scheme is designed to provide seed corn grants for individual researchers or collaborative research partnerships and networks to develop innovative … [Read more...] about 65+ Innovative Grants for helping Children living in Poverty
World Youth Skills Day 2021 | Top Youth Development and Empowerment Programs for NGOs
(July 2021) With this year's World Youth Skills Day theme, 'Reimagining Youth Skills Post-Pandemic,' Let's celebrate the incredible resilience, adaptability, and creativity of young people through the COVID-19 crises. On 15 July, World Youth Skills Day is celebrated to recognize the … [Read more...] about World Youth Skills Day 2021 | Top Youth Development and Empowerment Programs for NGOs
European Commission Grant Call for Nepal: Youth at the center of COVID Recovery
Deadline: 10 August 2021 European Commission has announced the applications for Youth at the center of COVID recovery in Nepal to support Nepal’s Green Recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. The Communication outlines three priorities for EU support: to promote a conducive environment for … [Read more...] about European Commission Grant Call for Nepal: Youth at the center of COVID Recovery
From Amnesty International to Grand Challenges Canada: List of Donors offering grants for Women Empowerment & Gender Equality
[June 2021] Amnesty International offering grants to protect Child and Women Rights Deadline: 01-Sep-21 The Ginetta Sagan Fund or Award is now open to recognize and assist women who are working to protect the liberty and lives of women and children in areas where human rights violations are … [Read more...] about From Amnesty International to Grand Challenges Canada: List of Donors offering grants for Women Empowerment & Gender Equality
50+ Open Grants for Smaller and Grassroots Organizations delivering great work
(June 2021) The newest collection of amazing grant programs for small NGOs and grassroots projects. 2021 Gender Just Climate Solutions Award (2000 Euros Seed Grant) Deadline: 31 July 2021 The Women and Gender Constituency (WGC) is one of the nine stakeholder groups of the United Nations … [Read more...] about 50+ Open Grants for Smaller and Grassroots Organizations delivering great work
New Grants for NGO Projects addressing Water-related Issues
(June 2021) Call for Projects 2021 Session Deadline: 30-Jun-21 The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation is pleased to announce a call for project proposals for the 2021 Session...[more] AI for Earth Grants Program: Offering Azure compute credit grants Deadline: 5-Jul-21 Microsoft is … [Read more...] about New Grants for NGO Projects addressing Water-related Issues
65+ UN Grants and Partnership Opportunities for Sustainable Development Projects
(June 2021) The United Nations (UN) and their specialized agencies are offering grants to NGOs, individuals, civil societies, NPOs, institutions, and other social sectors that are working towards sustainable development. UN Peacebuilding Fund’s Gender and Youth Promotion Initiative … [Read more...] about 65+ UN Grants and Partnership Opportunities for Sustainable Development Projects
60+ New Calls for Research Grants for Health, Water, Education, Environment and Social Justice
(May 2021) Dozens of international agencies have opened up new calls to conduct research in areas of health, water, education, environment and social justice. This compilation will NGOs and individuals to work for collecting and analyzing data for bringing about positive changes in the … [Read more...] about 60+ New Calls for Research Grants for Health, Water, Education, Environment and Social Justice
20+ New NGO Grants to build Partnerships for Sustainable Development and Poverty Eradication
(May 2021) During these Covid times, international agencies have come forward with more funding to support NGOs for addressing new socio-economic challenges emerging from the pandemic. View these 20+ new NGO grants that give an opportunity to explore and build strong partnerships for sustainable … [Read more...] about 20+ New NGO Grants to build Partnerships for Sustainable Development and Poverty Eradication
The Best Empowerment Grants for Women and Girls around the world
(May 2021) A list of various open funding opportunities for NGOs and individuals working to empower women and girls around the world. Feminist Review Trust offering UK £15,000 to support Women's Empowerment Projects Deadline: 10-Sep-21 Applications are now open for Feminist Review Trust … [Read more...] about The Best Empowerment Grants for Women and Girls around the world
100+ Foreign Embassies Grants You can apply Now!
(May 2021) Request for Concept Notes for NGO Programs Preventing, Preparing for, and Responding to COVID-19 Deadline: 14 May 2021 The Bureau of Population Refugees and Migration (PRM) is inviting applications to prevent, prepare for, and respond to the health impacts of COVID-19 on PRM’s POCs … [Read more...] about 100+ Foreign Embassies Grants You can apply Now!
Top Global Initiatives to support NGO Projects around the world
(May 2021) Institute of International Education announces Artist Protection Fund Deadline: Ongoing The Institute of International Education (IIE) has announced the Artist Protection Fund to fill a critical unmet need by providing relief and safe haven to artists on a large scale, and for … [Read more...] about Top Global Initiatives to support NGO Projects around the world
Top-Notch Fellowship Programs for Young Professionals
(May 2021) 2022-23 Rotary Peace Fellowship Program Deadline: 15 May 2021 The Rotary Foundation has announced a call for applications for the 2022-23 Rotary Peace Fellowship Program. Promoting peace is one of Rotary’s main causes. The fully funded Rotary Peace Fellowship, which covers tuition … [Read more...] about Top-Notch Fellowship Programs for Young Professionals
60+ Prestigious Awards, Prizes and Challenges for this year!
(May 2021) EU Sustainable Energy Awards Deadline: 17-May-21 Nominations are now open for the EU Sustainable Energy Awards to showcase the success of initiatives (completed or ongoing) in the fields of sustainable and clean energy among their EUSEW community of policymakers, researchers, … [Read more...] about 60+ Prestigious Awards, Prizes and Challenges for this year!
USAID Grant Opportunities You can apply this month!
USAID: BHA Global APS for Humanitarian Capacity and System Strengthening Deadline: 2-Jun-21 BHA is soliciting applications to support programs that focus on improving policies, practice, and standards in humanitarian response through increased coordination among key stakeholders, technical and … [Read more...] about USAID Grant Opportunities You can apply this month!
Agriculture and Food Security Grants to fight Hunger among Marginalised Communities
(April 2021) Call for Proposals for AI for Earth Grants Program Deadline: 5-Jul-21 The Micrsoft is pleased to announce a call for proposals for the AI for Earth Grants Program to support projects that use AI to change the way people and organizations monitor, model, and manage Earth’s natural … [Read more...] about Agriculture and Food Security Grants to fight Hunger among Marginalised Communities
COVID-19 Relief Grant Initiatives for NGOs
(April 2021) Apply for Broadly Protective Vaccine Against New Emerging Variants and Variants of Concern of SARS-CoV-2 Virus Deadline: 31-May-21 The Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) is inviting applications for the Broadly Protective Vaccine Against New Emerging Variants … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Relief Grant Initiatives for NGOs
25+ Grants for Poverty Eradication and Sustainable Development
[April 2021] Together Women Rise Grant Program to empower Women and Girls living in Extreme Poverty Deadline: 24 April 2021 The Together Women Rise is seeking applications for its Grant Program. They fund projects that foster good health, education, and economic self-sufficiency in developing … [Read more...] about 25+ Grants for Poverty Eradication and Sustainable Development
These Calls for Applications are open for NGOs, Startups and Social Enterprises
[April 2021] Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation's Grants Program Deadline: Ongoing The Draper Richards Kaplan (DRK) Foundation is inviting proposals for its grants program to support outsized impact through entrepreneurs and enterprises that create a transformational paradigm shift to … [Read more...] about These Calls for Applications are open for NGOs, Startups and Social Enterprises
These UK Trusts and Foundations are offering Small Grants to NGOs in 2021
(April 2021) A list of UK grant-giving foundations and trusts that are providing small grants to NGOs around the world. Volant Trust seeking Applications for Covid-19 Response Fund Deadline: 31 July 2021 Funding: Multi-year awards (for up to three years) of £15,000 or less per … [Read more...] about These UK Trusts and Foundations are offering Small Grants to NGOs in 2021
20+ Innovative Grants for Girls and Women’s Empowerment Projects
(April 2021) The Maypole Fund inviting Applications from Women Only Deadline: 30-Jun-21 Applications are now open for the Maypole Fund Program. Their aim is to resource imaginative, non-violent activities by feminist anti-militarist women – whether individual women or women only groups – to … [Read more...] about 20+ Innovative Grants for Girls and Women’s Empowerment Projects
Inspiring Grants to address the Humanitarian Needs of Vulnerable Communities
(April 2021) Humanitarian Action Grant for projects addressing Disaster Response, Refugees & Displaced People, Human Rights, and Needs of Women & Children Deadline: 31-May-21 Microsoft is inviting Proposals to support projects which improve operational efficiency, enable new … [Read more...] about Inspiring Grants to address the Humanitarian Needs of Vulnerable Communities
World Literacy Foundation looking for Young People to eradicate Illiteracy and other Education Programs
Call for Nominations: 2021 UNESCO Prize for Girls’ & Women’s Education Deadline: 26-May-21 The UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education honours outstanding and innovative contributions made by individuals, institutions and organizations to advance girls’ and women’s … [Read more...] about World Literacy Foundation looking for Young People to eradicate Illiteracy and other Education Programs
40+ USAID Grant Programs for Sustainable, Environmental and Socio-Economic Development
(April 2021) The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has launched new grant opportunities to support organizations, individuals, and communities around the world. If you have a project idea that promotes sustainable, environmental, social, and economic development, why not … [Read more...] about 40+ USAID Grant Programs for Sustainable, Environmental and Socio-Economic Development
25+ Grants with Seed Money are calling for New Project Applications
Does your New NGO or Startup need funding? Here is a list of the newest grant opportunities which offer seed grants to new ideas and projects, promising efforts, potential scale-ups, and small NGOs. WE Empower UN SDG Challenge: An Opportunity to receive a $20,000 Grant Deadline: 15 April … [Read more...] about 25+ Grants with Seed Money are calling for New Project Applications
2021 International Fund for Cultural Diversity and other grants by UNESCO
(March 2021) Call for Applications: International Fund for Cultural Diversity 2021 (100,000 USD in funding) Deadline: 16 June 2021 The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is seeking applications for its International Fund for Cultural Diversity (IFCD). … [Read more...] about 2021 International Fund for Cultural Diversity and other grants by UNESCO
Water and Sanitation Grants for NGOs | World Water Day 2021
(March 2021) World Water Day continues to be an inspiration for NGOs worldwide to continue promoting their work to conserve the world's water resources. The observance's core focus is to support the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6: water and sanitation for all by … [Read more...] about Water and Sanitation Grants for NGOs | World Water Day 2021
40+ Incredible Opportunities ending in March 2021
(March 2021) Now don't miss out on the incredible opportunities ending in March! Well, it isn't too late as there are grants that have kept their windows still open for you to apply. Therefore, use this time as an opportunity to gain financial support for your project. So, if you haven't applied … [Read more...] about 40+ Incredible Opportunities ending in March 2021
Latest Grants for Youth and Youth-led NGOs around the world
(March 2021) UNESCO Call for Proposals 2021: Silk Roads Youth Research Grant ($10,000) Deadline: 18-Apr-21 The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), with the support of the National Commission of the People’s Republic of China for UNESCO, has launched the … [Read more...] about Latest Grants for Youth and Youth-led NGOs around the world
$1.5 million in funding | Global Challenges are open to Anyone, Anywhere in the world
Solve is an initiative of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) with a mission to solve world challenges. Solve is a marketplace for social impact innovation. Solve runs many open innovation Challenges each year, opening MIT’s renowned innovation ecosystem to social entrepreneurs and … [Read more...] about $1.5 million in funding | Global Challenges are open to Anyone, Anywhere in the world
NGO Grants for empowering Women and Girls globally | International Women’s Day
Every year on March 8, the world celebrates "International Women's Day" to appreciate and recognize women's outstanding community-building contributions. During COVID time, we have seen tremendous efforts by women and girls worldwide in shaping an equal future and recovery from the COVID-19 … [Read more...] about NGO Grants for empowering Women and Girls globally | International Women’s Day
Top Research Grants That NGOs Should Apply For | March 2021
(March 2021) UNESCO: $10,000 Youth Research Grant Deadline: 18-Apr-21 The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), with the support of the National Commission of the People’s Republic of China for UNESCO, has launched the ‘Silk Roads Youth Research Grant’ … [Read more...] about Top Research Grants That NGOs Should Apply For | March 2021
US$10,000 Humanitarian Aid Program for NGOs and other Humanitarian Relief Grants
Humanitarian Aid Program: US$10,000 Grant Funding for NGOs Deadline: 01-Sep-21 The ISTAT Foundation is accepting applications for its 2021 Humanitarian Aid Program that provides grant funding for humanitarian organizations across the globe that use the power of aviation to help save lives, promote … [Read more...] about US$10,000 Humanitarian Aid Program for NGOs and other Humanitarian Relief Grants
Australian Government Fully-Funded Prestigious International Scholarships are open in Select Countries
(February 2021) Australia Awards are prestigious international scholarships offering the next generation of global leaders an opportunity to undertake study, research and professional development in Australia. Australia Awards Scholarships are long-term awards administered by the Department of … [Read more...] about Australian Government Fully-Funded Prestigious International Scholarships are open in Select Countries
New Grants for NGOs working on Social Justice
(February 2021) To lead the fight against social injustices, World day of Social Justice is observed every year on February 20th. On this day individuals, communities, and nations commemorate and reflect on efforts and good work done for the marginalized communities with the aim to better the … [Read more...] about New Grants for NGOs working on Social Justice


