Deadline: 07-May-2026 UNICEF is inviting organisations to collaborate on improving food environments and reducing malnutrition in early childhood in Argentina. The initiative focuses on nutrition education, breastfeeding, school meals, and system-level reforms to promote healthy diets and long-term … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Strengthening Food Environments and Preventing Malnutrition (Argentina)
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Transurban’s Community Grants Program (Australia)
Deadline: 05-May-2026 Transurban offers Community Grants of up to $10,000 for projects benefiting communities near its roads in Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane. A special $200,000 funding round also supports emergency relief initiatives addressing cost-of-living challenges such as … [Read more...] about Transurban’s Community Grants Program (Australia)
Call for Applications: Local Food Promotion Program (US)
Deadline: 05-Jun-2026 The Local Food Promotion Program (LFPP) by the U.S. Department of Agriculture supports projects that strengthen local and regional food systems through intermediary-based marketing. It funds enterprises that connect producers to consumers via supply chains like food hubs, … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Local Food Promotion Program (US)
Open Call: Regional Food System Partnerships Grant Program (US)
Deadline: 05-Jun-2026 The Regional Food System Partnerships (RFSP) Program by the U.S. Department of Agriculture supports collaborative projects that strengthen local and regional food systems through public–private partnerships. It funds initiatives that improve coordination between producers, … [Read more...] about Open Call: Regional Food System Partnerships Grant Program (US)
Submissions open for Transformative Research Challenge
Deadline: 15-May-2026 The Transformative Research Challenge (TRC) by the World Food Forum supports youth-led research projects that use public data, AI, and advanced analytics to improve food security systems. It targets solutions with an existing proof of concept (TRL 3–5) and … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Transformative Research Challenge
Benoît Maria Prize for Peasant Agroecology
Deadline: 15-May-2026 The Benoît Maria Prize for Peasant Agroecology recognizes farmer-led initiatives that promote sustainable agriculture and defend the rights of indigenous and peasant communities. Awarded every two years, it supports agroecological projects across Africa and … [Read more...] about Benoît Maria Prize for Peasant Agroecology
Call for Proposals: Youth Climate Projects 2026
Deadline: 10-May-2026 The Young Changemakers programme invites youth and youth-led organisations to submit innovative climate action projects for 2026 focused on sustainability and community impact. It supports solutions across key areas like food systems, energy, waste, AI for climate, and … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Youth Climate Projects 2026
Open Call for Farmers Market Promotion Program (US)
Deadline: 05-Jun-2026 The Farmers Market Promotion Program (FMPP) is a U.S. Department of Agriculture grant initiative that supports the expansion of direct producer-to-consumer food markets. It funds projects that strengthen farmers markets, improve local food distribution systems, and increase … [Read more...] about Open Call for Farmers Market Promotion Program (US)
Apply for Diversification of Nutritional Food Ingredient Sources Programme
Deadline: 22-Sep-2026 The European Commission is funding projects under Horizon Europe to develop and scale bio-based food ingredients that diversify protein, lipid, fibre, and carbohydrate sources. The programme aims to strengthen EU food system resilience, reduce dependency on traditional … [Read more...] about Apply for Diversification of Nutritional Food Ingredient Sources Programme
Agri-Forge Innovation Challenge for Home-Grown Agricultural Solutions (Zimbabwe)
Deadline: 28-Apr-2026 The Agri-Forge Innovation Challenge in Zimbabwe invites innovators to develop practical, scalable solutions to strengthen national food systems. It focuses on climate-smart agriculture, logistics, mechanization, storage, and market access innovations that improve food security … [Read more...] about Agri-Forge Innovation Challenge for Home-Grown Agricultural Solutions (Zimbabwe)
Apply Now: Bio-Based Alternatives for Fertilising and Crop Protection Programme
Deadline: 22-Sep-2026 The European Commission is funding large-scale projects to develop bio-based fertilisers and crop protection solutions that reduce dependence on synthetic agricultural chemicals. The programme supports industrial biorefineries, sustainable bio-input production, … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Bio-Based Alternatives for Fertilising and Crop Protection Programme
Call for EOIs: Cash and Food Security Support – Rakhine (Myanmar)
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The World Food Programme is seeking implementing partners for anticipatory action and cash transfer interventions in Rakhine State, Myanmar. The initiative focuses on rapid humanitarian response to cyclone risks, including delivering cash assistance within 48 hours of … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Cash and Food Security Support – Rakhine (Myanmar)
UNFPA Ghana Youth Leaders (YoLe) Fellowship Programme
Deadline: 14-May-2026 The UNFPA Ghana Youth Leaders Fellowship 2026 invites young leaders in Ghana to apply for a one-year, on-site leadership and development program. Delivered in partnership with the Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment Ghana, University of Ghana, and … [Read more...] about UNFPA Ghana Youth Leaders (YoLe) Fellowship Programme
Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative Grant Program (US)
Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative provides grant funding to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations to support projects that enhance safe and sustainable access to land for outdoor recreation. It focuses on trail development, conservation, off-highway vehicle (OHV) education, … [Read more...] about Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative Grant Program (US)
CFPs: Advancing Sustainable, Community-Driven Solutions to Poverty (US)
Deadline: 27-Jun-2026 The Light a Single Candle Foundation offers grants to support community-driven projects that create sustainable solutions to poverty. The program focuses on food security, economic development, and long-term self-sufficiency across select regions, including … [Read more...] about CFPs: Advancing Sustainable, Community-Driven Solutions to Poverty (US)
Clif Family Foundation Grants Program (United States)
Deadline: 01-Aug-2026 The Clif Family Foundation provides grants to nonprofit organizations working on sustainable food systems, environmental health, and equitable access in the United States. Funding ranges from $5,000 to $50,000 for general operating support, with applications accepted twice a … [Read more...] about Clif Family Foundation Grants Program (United States)
Apply Now: Local Community Spaces Fund (United Kingdom)
Deadline: 28-Apr-2026 The Local Community Spaces Fund provides grants of £10,000–£20,000 to grassroots organizations across the United Kingdom to repair and improve community spaces. With over £1 million available in 2026, the fund supports projects that reduce loneliness, strengthen communities, … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Local Community Spaces Fund (United Kingdom)
International Foundation Grants for Community Development (United States)
Deadline: 29-Apr-2026 The International Foundation offers grants of $50,000–$100,000 to nonprofit organizations in the Global South. Funding supports community-based programs in agriculture, education, environment, and health. Applicants must complete an eligibility quiz before submitting a full … [Read more...] about International Foundation Grants for Community Development (United States)
Call for Proposals: Targeted Food Security Response in Herat Region (Afghanistan)
Deadline: 03-May-2026 The World Food Programme is inviting applications to deliver targeted humanitarian assistance in Herat and surrounding provinces in Afghanistan. The initiative focuses on food security, cash-based support, and emergency response for vulnerable populations … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Targeted Food Security Response in Herat Region (Afghanistan)
Deepened International Collaboration for Healthy and Resilient Societies (Sweden)
Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 Vinnova is offering grants to strengthen international innovation partnerships focused on building healthy, resilient, and sustainable societies. The program supports short-term collaborative projects (up to 6 months) with funding of up to SEK 500,000. Eligible applicants must … [Read more...] about Deepened International Collaboration for Healthy and Resilient Societies (Sweden)
Call for Concepts: GEF Small Grants Programme (Maldives)
Deadline: 16-May-2026 The GEF Small Grants Programme in Maldives provides funding of up to USD 70,000 for community-led projects that combine environmental conservation with sustainable livelihoods. It supports NGOs and local organizations working on biodiversity, climate change, and ecosystem … [Read more...] about Call for Concepts: GEF Small Grants Programme (Maldives)
Call for EOIs: Resilience and Food Security Initiative in Artibonite (Haiti)
Deadline: 15-May-2026 The World Food Programme is seeking partners to implement a multi-sector resilience and livelihoods project in Haiti’s Artibonite region. The initiative integrates food security, economic development, WASH, and peacebuilding to address poverty, social tensions, and … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Resilience and Food Security Initiative in Artibonite (Haiti)
Call for EOIs: Operationalization of the Dakar Declaration in Guinea
Deadline: 11-May-2026 The UNICEF has launched a Call for Expression of Interest to partner with adolescent girls’ and youth-led civil society organizations in Guinea. The initiative aims to operationalize the Dakar Declaration by strengthening girls’ leadership, improving access to … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Operationalization of the Dakar Declaration in Guinea
Strengthening Clean, Green, Safe and Climate Resilient School Systems in Gujarat (India)
Deadline: 28-Apr-2026 The UNICEF is inviting applications to strengthen clean, green, safe, and climate-resilient school systems across Gujarat, India. The initiative focuses on WASH, climate action, and capacity building, supporting large-scale improvements in school infrastructure, behaviour … [Read more...] about Strengthening Clean, Green, Safe and Climate Resilient School Systems in Gujarat (India)
Apply now for Grant-in-Aid Incubation Program (India)
Deadline: 17-May-2026 The Grant-in-Aid Incubation Program supports early-stage agri-startups and student innovators with funding up to ₹5,00,000, along with mentoring, validation, and market access. The program includes a structured two-phase incubation process designed to transform innovative … [Read more...] about Apply now for Grant-in-Aid Incubation Program (India)
Call for Project Proposals: GEF Small Grants Programme – OP8 (Gabon)
Deadline: 06-May-2026 The Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (GEF SGP OP8) is offering grants of up to $75,000 in Gabon to support community-led projects that improve livelihoods, strengthen resilience, and deliver environmental benefits. Projects must focus on biodiversity … [Read more...] about Call for Project Proposals: GEF Small Grants Programme – OP8 (Gabon)
Funding Call for Urban Environmental and Climate Resilience Projects (Jamaica)
Deadline: 27-Apr-2026 The Environmental Foundation of Jamaica, with support from Global Affairs Canada, is inviting Expressions of Interest for grants under the Jamaica Urban Solutions Project. The programme offers up to JMD $15,000,000 to support nature-based climate solutions in urban areas, … [Read more...] about Funding Call for Urban Environmental and Climate Resilience Projects (Jamaica)
CFAs: Malnutrition Prevention and Food Security Programme (Colombia)
Deadline: 27-Apr-2026 The World Food Programme is inviting applications to implement food security and nutrition interventions in Ciénaga, Magdalena, Colombia. The programme targets 300 households with food assistance, nutrition services, and livelihood support to reduce malnutrition and improve … [Read more...] about CFAs: Malnutrition Prevention and Food Security Programme (Colombia)
Call for EOIs: Climate-Adaptive Livelihood and School Feeding Programme (Ethiopia)
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The World Food Programme is seeking applications to implement climate-adaptive livelihood and nutrition programmes in Ethiopia. The initiative integrates school feeding, agriculture, and climate resilience to improve food security, support smallholder farmers, and strengthen … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Climate-Adaptive Livelihood and School Feeding Programme (Ethiopia)
Call for EOIs: Integrated Health and Nutrition Services in Gaza (Palestine)
Deadline: 01-May-2026 The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) is inviting applications to support integrated health and nutrition services in Gaza, focusing on improving maternal and child health outcomes. The initiative emphasizes preventive care, treatment of malnutrition, community … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Integrated Health and Nutrition Services in Gaza (Palestine)
Call for Expression of Interest: Early Livelihoods Recovery Project (Colombia)
Deadline: 20-Apr-2026 The WFP Expression of Interest supports an early recovery project in Valle del Cauca to strengthen resilience, food security, and water access for indigenous communities. The initiative introduces fog harvesting technology, livelihood restoration, and community … [Read more...] about Call for Expression of Interest: Early Livelihoods Recovery Project (Colombia)
U.S. Embassy Sofia PDS Annual Program in Bulgaria
Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The U.S. Embassy Sofia Grants Program provides $5,000–$25,000 to support initiatives that strengthen U.S.–Bulgaria relations through public diplomacy, innovation, and collaboration. It funds projects across sectors like education, technology, security, and … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Sofia PDS Annual Program in Bulgaria
Call for Applications: DST-iTBI Ignition Grant Program in India
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The DST-iTBI Ignition Grant supports early-stage innovators in India to turn ideas or prototypes into scalable startups. It offers up to ₹10 lakhs in funding along with mentorship, lab support, and market validation. The program focuses on agriculture, rural … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: DST-iTBI Ignition Grant Program in India
Specialty Crop Block Grant Program 2026 (USA)
Deadline: 08-Jun-2026 The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) 2026 provides approximately $86.6 million in funding to strengthen the competitiveness of U.S. specialty crops, including fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, and horticulture crops. The … [Read more...] about Specialty Crop Block Grant Program 2026 (USA)
Call for EOIs: Nutrition Programme Partners in Punjab (Pakistan)
Deadline: 28-Apr-2026 The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) to identify partners for implementing nutrition-focused interventions in Punjab. The initiative supports maternal and child nutrition under the Benazir Nashonuma Programme, targeting malnutrition … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Nutrition Programme Partners in Punjab (Pakistan)
Nutrition and Social Protection Programme in Qena and Sohag (Egypt)
Deadline: 14-May-2026 The World Food Programme (WFP) is implementing a multi-sector development initiative in Qena and Sohag, Egypt, focused on improving nutrition, education, health, and livelihoods. The program integrates capacity building, school-based interventions, youth empowerment, and … [Read more...] about Nutrition and Social Protection Programme in Qena and Sohag (Egypt)
Apply for Early-Career Research Fellowship Program
Deadline: 15-Jul-2026 The African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) Early-Career Research Fellowship is a fully funded 6-month program offering a $2,000 monthly stipend, travel, and accommodation support for African researchers. It aims to strengthen research capacity, foster international … [Read more...] about Apply for Early-Career Research Fellowship Program
Applications open for Alsea Foundation Prize
Deadline: 24-Jun-2026 The Alsea Foundation Prize for Research Projects offers $150,000 USD funding to support innovative research that improves food and nutrition systems and benefits vulnerable populations. The program targets academics and research teams across selected countries and emphasizes … [Read more...] about Applications open for Alsea Foundation Prize
CFPs: Advancing Environmental Sustainability and Resilience (Barbados)
Deadline: 26-May-2026 The Barbados Environmental Sustainability Fund (BESF) Call for Proposals provides structured grant funding (up to $300,000) for projects focused on environmental conservation, climate resilience, and sustainable development in Barbados. It supports initiatives across the green … [Read more...] about CFPs: Advancing Environmental Sustainability and Resilience (Barbados)
CFAs: Strengthening NICU Services and Referral Capacity in Gaza (Palestine)
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The UNICEF is implementing a critical health intervention in Gaza Strip to strengthen neonatal intensive care services and maternal health systems. The programme focuses on improving survival outcomes for high-risk newborns through enhanced NICU capacity, better referral … [Read more...] about CFAs: Strengthening NICU Services and Referral Capacity in Gaza (Palestine)
Open Call: ICBFS Closeout and Handover in Namibia
Deadline: 19-Apr-2026 The World Food Programme is inviting expressions of interest to support the closeout and handover of five Integrated Community-based Food Systems sites in Namibia. The initiative focuses on food security, school nutrition, livelihoods, and sustainable community ownership. The … [Read more...] about Open Call: ICBFS Closeout and Handover in Namibia
Call for Applications: Anticipatory Action and Livelihood Support (Ethiopia)
Deadline: 27-Apr-2026 The World Food Programme is inviting partners to implement anticipatory action and livelihood support programmes in drought-prone regions of Ethiopia. The initiative focuses on food security, climate risk management, and resilience-building for vulnerable communities. It aims … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Anticipatory Action and Livelihood Support (Ethiopia)
Start Package Grants for Faculty Recruitment Q3 2026 (Denmark)
Deadline: 25-Jun-2026 The Start Package Grants are a Danish research funding scheme that supports universities and research institutions in recruiting top international researchers and establishing independent research groups. The program provides multi-year funding of up to DKK 10 … [Read more...] about Start Package Grants for Faculty Recruitment Q3 2026 (Denmark)
Comic Relief and Sainsbury’s Holiday Activity and Food Programme (UK)
Deadline: 23-Apr-2026 The Comic Relief and Sainsbury’s Holiday Activity and Food Programme provides up to £15,000 for organisations in Greater Manchester to deliver summer holiday food and activity schemes for children. It focuses on tackling food poverty, improving access to … [Read more...] about Comic Relief and Sainsbury’s Holiday Activity and Food Programme (UK)
Community Stewardship Grants for Natural Resource Management (Australia)
Deadline: 29-Apr-2026 The Community Stewardship Grants 2026 support community-led environmental and natural resource management projects across Western Australia. Funded by the State NRM Program, the initiative provides $7 million to protect ecosystems, improve land and water … [Read more...] about Community Stewardship Grants for Natural Resource Management (Australia)
Acorn Foundation Supporting Community Initiatives (New Zealand)
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The Acorn Foundation 2026 Funding Round provides grants of up to $10,000 to registered charities and community organisations in New Zealand’s Western Bay of Plenty. It supports initiatives in housing, youth, mental health, equity, Māori-led development, and environmental … [Read more...] about Acorn Foundation Supporting Community Initiatives (New Zealand)
Open Call for nexBio Amazonia 3rd Edition (Switzerland–Brazil)
Deadline: 03-May-2026 The nexBio Amazonia 3rd Edition Open Call is a Switzerland–Brazil initiative supporting sustainable bioeconomy innovation in the Amazon region. It funds research and startup collaborations focused on biodiversity, climate change, and socio-economic development with … [Read more...] about Open Call for nexBio Amazonia 3rd Edition (Switzerland–Brazil)
NOFO: Smith-Lever Special Needs Grants Program (United States)
Deadline: 01-Jun-2026 The Smith-Lever Special Needs Competitive Grants Program, offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, provides funding to Cooperative Extension Services to address emerging agricultural, environmental, and community challenges. Grants range from $20,000 to $115,000, with a … [Read more...] about NOFO: Smith-Lever Special Needs Grants Program (United States)
IRENA NewGen Renewable Energy Accelerator – Cohort 2026
Deadline: 03-May-2026 The IRENA NewGen Renewable Energy Accelerator 2026 is a global program supporting youth-led clean energy startups to scale and become investment-ready. It offers a 4-month hybrid acceleration program with mentorship, workshops, and investor connections. The … [Read more...] about IRENA NewGen Renewable Energy Accelerator – Cohort 2026
RFPs: Strengthening Community-based Coastal and Riverine Stewardship
Deadline: 31-May-2026 The Lindblad Expeditions–National Geographic Fund supports community-led projects focused on conserving coastal and riverine ecosystems. It offers grants of up to USD 75,000 along with access to the National Geographic Explorer network and global visibility opportunities. The … [Read more...] about RFPs: Strengthening Community-based Coastal and Riverine Stewardship
