Deadline: 15 October 2016 Conrad N. Hilton Foundation is currently inviting applicants for its Hilton Humanitarian Prize 2017 in order to recognize and advance the efforts of the recipient organization, but also to call attention to the worldwide need for humanitarian aid and to encourage others to … [Read more...] about Hilton Humanitarian Prize 2017: Inviting Organizations working towards Alleviating Human Suffering
Nominations Open for 2016 Rising Reconciliation Shapers!
Deadline: 19 September 2016 The Institute for Justice and Reconciliation (IJR) is seeking applicants from South Africa for its 2016 Rising Reconciliation Shapers in order to enable reconciliation, whether they originate in the spheres of politics, media, business, culture, sport, academia or … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2016 Rising Reconciliation Shapers!
Applications Open for 2016 World Forum for Democracy
Deadline: 21 October 2016 The Council of Europe is inviting applicants for its 2016 World Forum for Democracy to focus on the relationship between education and democracy. The forum will explore how education and democracy can nurture active citizens with critical and analytical skills, and how … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2016 World Forum for Democracy
4th GAFSP Call for Proposals: Funding For Strategic Programs to Alleviate Poverty & Improve Rural Incomes
Deadline: 9 January 2017 The Global Agriculture and Food Security Program (GAFSP) is seeking fourth Call for Proposals from all eligible countries for funding for strategic programs to alleviate poverty, improve rural incomes, and improve food and nutrition security. GAFSP is comprised of two … [Read more...] about 4th GAFSP Call for Proposals: Funding For Strategic Programs to Alleviate Poverty & Improve Rural Incomes
EU Call for Proposals: Supporting Integrated & Multidisciplinary Child-Centred Approaches to Child Victims of Violence
Deadline: 13 December 2016 The European Union is seeking proposals for its programme titled “Support integrated and multidisciplinary child-centred approaches to child victims of violence" with an aim to ensure a child-friendly response to violence against children that is interagency, … [Read more...] about EU Call for Proposals: Supporting Integrated & Multidisciplinary Child-Centred Approaches to Child Victims of Violence
Nominations Open for AU-TWAS Young Scientist National Awards!
Deadline: 21 November 2016 Nominations are open for AU-TWAS Young Scientist National Awards, inviting young African scientists in order to recognize scientific excellence in their countries. Award Categories Life and earth sciences Basic sciences, technology and innovation Award … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for AU-TWAS Young Scientist National Awards!
Call for Granting and Training Programme: Strengthening Advocacy Capacities of CSOs for Sustainable Agriculture
Deadline: 10 October 2016 ORCA (Serbia), on behalf of consortium of partners: AKTIV (Kosovo), FLOROZON (FYR of Macedonia), CZIP (Montenegro) i IEP (Albania) have jointly announced a call for Granting and Training programme for strengthening advocacy capacities for sustainable agriculture in the … [Read more...] about Call for Granting and Training Programme: Strengthening Advocacy Capacities of CSOs for Sustainable Agriculture
Applications Open for RIRDC Rural Women’s Award 2017!
Deadline: 31 October 2016 The Rural Industries Research & Development Corporation (RIRDC) is seeking applicants for its Rural Women's Award 2017 with an aim to support emerging women leaders who have the desire, commitment and leadership potential to make a greater contribution to primary … [Read more...] about Applications Open for RIRDC Rural Women’s Award 2017!
Apply for French Tech Ticket Program Season 2: Inviting Entrepreneurs Worldwide
Deadline: 23 September 2016 The French Embassy in Pretoria is seeking applicants for its French Tech Ticket, a global competition designed for entrepreneurs from all over the world who want to grow or create their startup company in France. Acceleration Program Tailored program of events to … [Read more...] about Apply for French Tech Ticket Program Season 2: Inviting Entrepreneurs Worldwide
Applications Open for 2017 Ashden International Award: A Chance to Win £20,000
Deadline: 8 November 2016 Applications are open for 2017 Ashden International Award that rewards innovative enterprises and programmes that deliver, or play a key part in enabling the delivery of, renewable energy and energy efficiency at the local level, and through this bring social, economic and … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2017 Ashden International Award: A Chance to Win £20,000
RFE/RL Regional Reporting Fellowship: Inviting Journalists to Support Democracy & Human Rights
Deadline: 28 September 2016 Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) is now accepting applications for its 2016-2017 RFE/RL Regional Reporting Fellowship with an aim to practice independent, fact-based journalism in support of democracy and human rights. The RFE/RL Regional Reporting Fellowship … [Read more...] about RFE/RL Regional Reporting Fellowship: Inviting Journalists to Support Democracy & Human Rights
Entries Open for St Andrews Prize for the Environment!
Deadline: 31 October 2016 The University of St Andrews and independent exploration and production company ConocoPhillips are seeking entries for its St Andrews Prize for the Environment 2017 with a motive to find innovative solutions to environmental challenges. The solutions should be practical, … [Read more...] about Entries Open for St Andrews Prize for the Environment!
European Union: Supporting Civil Society Organisations for the Implementation of Capacity Building Actions
Deadline: 31 October 2016 The European Union is currently accepting proposals for “IPA II European Union Integration Facility 2014” to Support Civil Society Organisations for the Implementation of Capacity Building Actions to Increase Policy Dialogue and Awareness on European Integration … [Read more...] about European Union: Supporting Civil Society Organisations for the Implementation of Capacity Building Actions
Applications Open for EU Prize for Women Innovators 2017!
Deadline: 3 November 2016 The European Commission-Innovation Union is seeking applicants for its EU Prize for Women Innovators 2017 with an aim to increase public awareness on innovation and to encourage women to exploit the commercial and business opportunities and become entrepreneurs. Women are … [Read more...] about Applications Open for EU Prize for Women Innovators 2017!
Democracy and Media Foundation Call for Proposals: Providing Financial Support to Organizations
Deadline: 16 October 2016 Do you have an initiative that stimulates independent and critical media or one that sustains or promotes a strong and just democratic state? If yes, then submit a project proposal for Democracy and Media Foundation's grants. The Democracy and Media Foundation is seeking … [Read more...] about Democracy and Media Foundation Call for Proposals: Providing Financial Support to Organizations
World Bank Group Youth Summit 2016: Rethinking Education for the New Millennium
Deadline: 25 September 2016 Do you have an idea that has the potential to improve how education is designed and/or delivered-and thereby positively impact your community, your country, and/or society at large? If yes, then apply for the Youth Summit 2016 Competition. The World Bank Group (WBG) is … [Read more...] about World Bank Group Youth Summit 2016: Rethinking Education for the New Millennium
Call for Proposals 2016/17: Nigeria Prosperity Fund to Promote the Economic Reform and Development
Deadline: 27 September 2016 The Foreign & Commonwealth Office is seeking proposals for its Nigeria Prosperity Fund to promote the economic reform and development needed for growth in partner countries. The priorities will include improving the business climate, competitiveness and operation of … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals 2016/17: Nigeria Prosperity Fund to Promote the Economic Reform and Development
Results in Education for All Children (REACH) Trust Fund-Knowledge, Learning and Innovation Grant
Deadline: 22 November 2016 The Global Book Alliance is a partnership between USAID, Norad, DfID is seeking proposals for its Results in Education for All Children (REACH) Trust Fund with an aim to support innovations that get the right books to all children at the right time, using results-based … [Read more...] about Results in Education for All Children (REACH) Trust Fund-Knowledge, Learning and Innovation Grant
EU Call for Proposals: Enhancing Local Authorities Contributions to Governance and Development Processes in Israel
Deadline: 30 November 2016 The European Union is seeking proposals from eligible organisations for a programme entitled “Enhancing Local Authorities Contributions to Governance and Development Processes in Israel” with an aim to support CSOs' and LAs' contributions towards reinforced governance, … [Read more...] about EU Call for Proposals: Enhancing Local Authorities Contributions to Governance and Development Processes in Israel
UNDP/Timor-Leste Call for EOIs : Inviting NGOs, CBOs or Media Institutions for Micro Capital Grants Implementation
Deadline: 26 September 2016 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Timor-Leste is inviting NGOs/CBOs/CSOs or Media Institutions to submit Expressions of Interest (EOI) for its Micro-Capital Grant Project on “Strengthening Political Journalism in Timor-Leste”. Expected Outcomes … [Read more...] about UNDP/Timor-Leste Call for EOIs : Inviting NGOs, CBOs or Media Institutions for Micro Capital Grants Implementation
Nominations Open for British Council‘s Alumni Awards 2017!
Deadline: 16 October 2016 British Council is seeking applicants for its Alumni Awards 2017 where awardees are benefited by enhanced global status and strengthened professional networks. Award Categories Professional Achievement Award: recognising alumni who have distinguished themselves … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for British Council‘s Alumni Awards 2017!
RWJF Call for Proposals: Increasing Openness and Transparency in Research
Deadline: 5 October 2016 The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) is seeking proposals for its Increasing Openness and Transparency in Research programme with a motive to encourage and support a series of projects aimed at increasing transparency and accountability throughout the research life … [Read more...] about RWJF Call for Proposals: Increasing Openness and Transparency in Research
YSEALI Generation: Go NGO! Workshop for Young NGO Leaders
Deadline: 14 September 2016 Applications are open for the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Generation: Go NGO! Workshop that is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State to advance the professional skills and competencies of young NGO leaders with an aim to grow, scale, and take … [Read more...] about YSEALI Generation: Go NGO! Workshop for Young NGO Leaders
AFP Call for Proposals: Effective Inter-religious Action in Peacebuilding (EIAP)
Deadline: 5 October 2016 The Alliance for Peacebuilding (AFP), in partnership with CDA Collaborative Learning Projects (CDA) and Search for Common Ground (SFCG) is seeking proposals for its Effective Inter-religious Action in Peacebuilding (EIAP) Program with an aim to improve the evaluation … [Read more...] about AFP Call for Proposals: Effective Inter-religious Action in Peacebuilding (EIAP)
European Commission: Action Grants to Combat Violence against Girls
Deadline: 27 October 2016 The European Commission is currently accepting proposals from eligible organizations for its Action grants to support national information, awareness raising and education activities aimed at preventing and combating violence against women. They may focus on vulnerable … [Read more...] about European Commission: Action Grants to Combat Violence against Girls
SEI Sida Conference Strategic Fund for Gender Equality, Sustainable Development & Poverty Reduction
Deadline: 30 September 2016 With support from the Government of Sweden, Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) is inviting organizations across Asia to submit concept notes for SEIA Sida Conference Strategic Fund, to promote informed dialogue where different groups and stakeholders can share … [Read more...] about SEI Sida Conference Strategic Fund for Gender Equality, Sustainable Development & Poverty Reduction
National Institutes of Health: Women & Sex/Gender Differences in Drug and Alcohol Abuse/Dependence
Deadline: 7 January 2017 National Institutes of Health is currently inviting applications for its program entitled “Women & Sex/Gender Differences in Drug and Alcohol Abuse/Dependence” with an aim to advance research on male-females differences in drug and alcohol abuse and addiction and on … [Read more...] about National Institutes of Health: Women & Sex/Gender Differences in Drug and Alcohol Abuse/Dependence
World YWCA: Inviting Young Women for One-year Internship Programme
Deadline: 30 September 2016 The World Young Women’s Christian Association (World YWCA) is seeking applications for two or more one-year internships for young women from the movement who are passionate about women’s rights and global change. The one-year internship programme provides a unique … [Read more...] about World YWCA: Inviting Young Women for One-year Internship Programme
NIH/DHHS: Adherence to HIV Prevention Strategies among Adolescent Girls and Young Women in Sub-Saharan Africa
Deadline: 20 December 2016 The National Institute of Mental Health, an agency of Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking proposals from eligible organizations for a program entitled “Understanding and Addressing the Multi-level Influences on Uptake and Adherence to HIV Prevention … [Read more...] about NIH/DHHS: Adherence to HIV Prevention Strategies among Adolescent Girls and Young Women in Sub-Saharan Africa
Call for Proposals: Domestic and Gender-Based Violence Programme for Slovakia
Deadline: 30 November 2016 The Office of the Government of the Slovak Republic has launched call for proposals for Slovakia – Domestic and Gender-Based Violence programme to strengthen bilateral relations between the Slovak Republic and donor states (Norway, Liechtenstein and Iceland). The aim of … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Domestic and Gender-Based Violence Programme for Slovakia
Aswatona Fund for Media Development: Strengthening the Voices of Women, Youth & Rural Communities
Deadline: 9 September 2016 Applications are open for the Aswatona Fund for Media Development funded by European Union with a motive to foster media pluralism, public voice and civil society participation in the media and to strengthen the voices of women, youth, remote and rural communities, and … [Read more...] about Aswatona Fund for Media Development: Strengthening the Voices of Women, Youth & Rural Communities
Swedish Institute’s She Entrepreneurs 2017: Inviting Young Women Social Entrepreneurs
Deadline: 6 October 2016 Swedish Institute is seeking applications for its She Entrepreneurs Leadership Programme. The institute is inviting women entrepreneurs who have already started to build a social business. She Entrepreneurs is an initiative from the Swedish Institute (SI), a public agency … [Read more...] about Swedish Institute’s She Entrepreneurs 2017: Inviting Young Women Social Entrepreneurs
Global Journalism Fellowships 2016: Addressing Women’s and LGBTI Rights
Deadline: Ongoing The International Reporting Project (IRP) is currently accepting applications for its reporting Fellowships on Women’s Rights and LGBTI Rights. These fellowships are intended to provide in-depth coverage of important, under-covered international issues. Focus Topics Applicants … [Read more...] about Global Journalism Fellowships 2016: Addressing Women’s and LGBTI Rights
Women and Africa-China Relations Themed Reporting Grants 2016
Deadline: 25 September 2016 The China-Africa Reporting Project (the Project) and From Africa to China are jointly commissioning a series of Themed Grants aimed at reviewing how women are effecting and affected by China-Africa relations. The Project will publish the resulting articles in a series … [Read more...] about Women and Africa-China Relations Themed Reporting Grants 2016
List of Open Funding Opportunities to address Women and Gender Issues
SVRI: Seeking Proposals for the Prevention of Gender-based Violence in LMICs Deadline: 1 October 2016 The Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) in partnership with the World Bank Group (WBG) is seeking proposals for research and interventions or related activities that will contribute to the … [Read more...] about List of Open Funding Opportunities to address Women and Gender Issues
ILGA- Europe’s Allies in Action Small Fund: Understanding of Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity
Deadline: 18 September 2016 ILGA- Europe and COC Netherlands together invite proposals for small funding program ‘Allies in Action’, designed to foster an enabling environment for LGBTI equality work in the specific project countries. The program aims to create ways for local LGBTI advocates and … [Read more...] about ILGA- Europe’s Allies in Action Small Fund: Understanding of Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity
Call for Applications: Georg Arnhold Program on Education for Sustainable Peace
Deadline: 1 October 2016 The Georg Eckert Institute for International Textbook Research is seeking applicants for its Georg Arnhold program on Education for Sustainable Peace 2017/2018 with an aim to promote research into education for sustainable peace. Its focus lies particularly on educational … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Georg Arnhold Program on Education for Sustainable Peace
CPDC Call for Applications: Strengthening the Voice of the Marginalized Social Sectors and Groups
Deadline: 7 October 2016 The Caribbean Policy Development Centre (CPDC) in partnership with the European Commission (EC) is seeking applicants from eligible organisations for “Support to Facilitate Participation of CARIFORUM Civil Society in the Regional Development and Integration Process” in … [Read more...] about CPDC Call for Applications: Strengthening the Voice of the Marginalized Social Sectors and Groups
Nominations Open for 2017 Croatian Women of Influence Award!
Deadline: 10 October 2016 The Croatian Women’s Network is seeking applicants for its second annual Croatian Women of Influence Award and the Top 20-Under-20 Future Leaders Award that recognizes leadership, innovation and community impact of women of Croatian ancestry and will be conferred to … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2017 Croatian Women of Influence Award!
UN Women: Strengthening Institutional Mechanisms that Contribute to Reducing Gender-Based Violence
Deadline: 2 October 2016 The United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) is seeking proposals from civil society organizations for a program entitled “Standards and Engagement for Ending Violence against Women and Domestic Violence in Bosnia and Herzegovina” … [Read more...] about UN Women: Strengthening Institutional Mechanisms that Contribute to Reducing Gender-Based Violence
NRF/ICTP Mobility Grant and Student Practice 2016: Inviting South African Researchers
Deadline: 17 October 2016 The National Research Foundation (NRF) in collaboration with the Department of Science Technology (DST) is seeking applicants for its International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) Mobility Grant and Student Practice 2016 with an aim to facilitate access for South … [Read more...] about NRF/ICTP Mobility Grant and Student Practice 2016: Inviting South African Researchers
Call for Proposals: SAMEA-CLEAR AA-CREST Research Partnership Program
Deadline: 30 September 2016 The South African Monitoring and Evaluation Association, the Centre for Learning, Evaluation and Results and the Centre for Research on Evaluation Science and Technology have jointly announced call for proposals for its Research Partnership Program. The purpose of the … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: SAMEA-CLEAR AA-CREST Research Partnership Program
Social Innovation Award: Breaking the Isolation of People with Rare Diseases
Deadline: 16 October 2016 The Groupama Health Foundation is seeking applicants for its Social Innovation Award with an aim to break the isolation of people with rare diseases and their families. The Social Innovation Award aims to support innovative actions which constitute a significant advance … [Read more...] about Social Innovation Award: Breaking the Isolation of People with Rare Diseases
CAPPP‘s Conservation Stewards Program: Supporting Biodiversity Conservation & Ecosystem around the world
Deadline: 15 October 2016 The Conservation Agreements Private Partnership Platform (CAPPP) is currently inviting applicants for its Conservation Stewards Program (CSP) in order to catalyze private sector participation in biodiversity conservation and ecosystem service maintenance. CAPPP's goal is … [Read more...] about CAPPP‘s Conservation Stewards Program: Supporting Biodiversity Conservation & Ecosystem around the world
Call for Proposals: Indo-Korean Joint Programme of Cooperation in Science and Technology
Deadline: 17 October 2016 The Department of Science and Technology (DST), Ministry of Science & Technology of Government of India and Ministry of Science, ICT and Future Planning (MSIP) of the Republic of Korea are seeking applicants for its Indo-Korean Joint Programme of Cooperation in Science … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Indo-Korean Joint Programme of Cooperation in Science and Technology
Applications Open for GLOBSEC Young Europeans Forum 2016
Deadline: 11 September 2016 GLOBSEC Tatra Summit is seeking applicants for its Young Europeans Forum 2016 with an aim to give young professionals an opportunity to discuss current challenges in the EU while improving their policy-making skills and engaging in networking with their peers as well as … [Read more...] about Applications Open for GLOBSEC Young Europeans Forum 2016
IDRC Call for Proposals: Fund Innovations in Livestock Vaccines (FIVB)
Deadline: 12 September 2016 The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) is seeking applicants from organizations strongly focused on research and is part of academia or the private sector and research institutes worldwide for its “ Fund innovations in livestock vaccines" (FIVB) that will … [Read more...] about IDRC Call for Proposals: Fund Innovations in Livestock Vaccines (FIVB)
Applications Open for innovateAFRICA Fund: Accelerating Digital Innovation in Media
Deadline: 1 December 2016 Applications are open for innovateAFRICA Fund, run by Code for Africa that aims to accelerate digital innovation in watchdog media and civic news organisations by funding transformational ideas and then continuing to support them through a network of peers and … [Read more...] about Applications Open for innovateAFRICA Fund: Accelerating Digital Innovation in Media
Applications Open for Tree Growing and Forest Conservation Grand Award 2016
Deadline: 23 September 2016 The Kenya Forest Service is seeking applications for its Tree growing and forest conservation grand award 2016 in order to create awareness among Kenyans on the significance of continually participating in tree growing and forest conservation. The objective of the award … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Tree Growing and Forest Conservation Grand Award 2016
British Council’s Cultural Protection Fund: Creating Sustainable Opportunities for Development
Deadline: 28 October 2016 The British Council is currently inviting applicants for its Cultural Protection Fund with an aim to create sustainable opportunities for economic and social development through building capacity to foster, safeguard and promote cultural heritage in conflict-affected … [Read more...] about British Council’s Cultural Protection Fund: Creating Sustainable Opportunities for Development














