Deadline: 12-Jun-23 Entries are now open for the Nikkei Asia Award to recognize innovation originating in Asia. “Innovation from Asia” involves any novel and innovative activities that promote the transformation of Asia and the world, and support the realization of a free and prosperous … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Nikkei Asia Award
Awards, Prizes and Challenges
View the latest awards, prizes and challenges for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals around the world.
NGFP: Young Voices Awards 2023
Deadline: 16-Jun-23 Are you a 12-17 year old with a passion to create a better future? Then the NGFP Young Voices award is the perfect opportunity for you. They are looking for young people with innovative ideas and projects to make the world a better place. They recognize the immense … [Read more...] about NGFP: Young Voices Awards 2023
Nominations Now Open for Colorful 2023 Prizes!
Deadline: 31-May-23 The One Club for Creativity - in partnership with first-generation Filipinx designer and Young Guns 8 winner Rich Tu - is ecstatic to open a third exciting season of Colorful, the worldwide portfolio competition aimed at putting BIPOC creative professionals in the spotlight en … [Read more...] about Nominations Now Open for Colorful 2023 Prizes!
Green Gown Awards 2023 UK & Ireland
Deadline: 5-Jun-23 Nominations are now open for the Green Gown Awards 2023. 2023 Categories Organisational Categories: 2030 Climate Action - Prize for the winner(s) - sponsored by The Energy Consortium Benefitting Society Campus Health, Food and Drink Creating Impact - NEW - … [Read more...] about Green Gown Awards 2023 UK & Ireland
Explore (Idea) Award in Ireland
Deadline: 12-May-23 The Oakfield Trust is accepting nominations for the Explore (Idea) Award to provide a social entrepreneur or team with some funding to explore an idea for a social enterprise. This idea must address a social issue in Ireland. Funding Priorities They will assess each … [Read more...] about Explore (Idea) Award in Ireland
Entries Open for INMA’s “30 under 30” Awards
Deadline: 15-Jul-23 Entries are now open for the International News Media Association (INMA) “30 under 30” Awards to reward outstanding achievement and career potential among young professionals in the news media industry. The news media industry craves the infusion of young professionals into … [Read more...] about Entries Open for INMA’s “30 under 30” Awards
Esperanza Pertusa Foundation: International Photography Award
Deadline: 10-May-23 The Esperanza Pertusa Foundation announces the 3rd Edition of the International Photography Award", with the aim of recognizing and disseminating the work of artists, professionals or amateurs, who inspire a positive social transformation, by addressing in their projects the … [Read more...] about Esperanza Pertusa Foundation: International Photography Award
Call for Nominations: Emperor Maximilian Prize 2023
Deadline: 20-Apr-23 Nominations are now invited for the Emperor Maximilian Prize 2023 that recognises and supports projects and initiatives from all areas of life that put the European idea into practice at regional and local level. A project will be considered to be in compliance with the … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: Emperor Maximilian Prize 2023
News/Media Literacy Award – Apply Now!
Deadline: 1-May-23 Entries are now open for the News/Media Literacy Award to honor front-line teachers and news media organizations in the quest to help students understand the "why" of press freedom. The award will recognize excellence in making sure that students develop a thorough … [Read more...] about News/Media Literacy Award – Apply Now!
US: Nominations Open for US Water Prize 2023!
Deadline: 31-May-23 Nominations are now open for the US Water Prize to celebrate outstanding achievements in the advancement of sustainable, integrated, and inclusive solutions to the nation's water challenges. It is the preeminent national recognition program for exemplary efforts to secure a … [Read more...] about US: Nominations Open for US Water Prize 2023!
Nominations for Lee Kuan Yew Water Prize 2024 Now Open!
Deadline: 30-Jun-23 The Singapore International Water Week has launched a call for nominations for the Lee Kuan Yew Water Prize (LKYWP) 2024 – a prestigious international award that honours outstanding contributions by individuals or organisations towards solving the world’s water challenges by … [Read more...] about Nominations for Lee Kuan Yew Water Prize 2024 Now Open!
Emerging Leader Award in the US & Canada
Deadline: 1-May-23 The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research is now accepting letters of intent for the Emerging Leader Award to support innovative cancer research from the next generation of leaders. These grants are awarded to outstanding early career investigators to support high-impact, … [Read more...] about Emerging Leader Award in the US & Canada
2024 True Inspiration Awards in US & Canada
Deadline: 1-Jun-23 The Chick-fil-A has announced its True Inspiration Awards to celebrate and support nonprofit organizations making an impact in their local communities. Since 2015, the True Inspiration Awards program has carried on Chick-fil-A Founder S. Truett Cathy’s legacy of generosity … [Read more...] about 2024 True Inspiration Awards in US & Canada
Apply for Code4YOUth Hackathon get a Chance to Win a Piece of the $25,000 Prize Pool!
Deadline: 25-Apr-23 Applications are now open for Code4YOUth Hackathon which aims to raise awareness of the digital divide and encourage young people to find viable digital solutions to drive innovative and inclusive change. This virtual hackathon is an exciting opportunity for talented and … [Read more...] about Apply for Code4YOUth Hackathon get a Chance to Win a Piece of the $25,000 Prize Pool!
Daily Point of Light Award [United States]
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity Nominations are now open for the Daily Point of Light Award to celebrate the power of individuals to lead and lend support to causes they care about. Millions of people act on their power to do good every day, using their hearts, hands and minds to help strengthen … [Read more...] about Daily Point of Light Award [United States]
Call for Solutions: 2023 LEAP Challenge
Deadline: 23-May-23 Is your education organization eager to strengthen the evidence-base of its learning solution? Apply for support from expert researchers and social entrepreneurs who will advise you and build your approach to strengthening your evidence-base. For the 2023 LEAP Challenge, … [Read more...] about Call for Solutions: 2023 LEAP Challenge
Call for Proposals: #ChallengeMyCity in Heraklion & Larissa (Greece)
Deadline: 29-May-23 The EIT Urban Mobility is pleased to announce the applications for the #ChallengeMyCity, to test the best solutions through a six-month pilot and evaluates their social, economic, and environmental impact and estimate long-term integration into the city´s mobility strategy, to … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: #ChallengeMyCity in Heraklion & Larissa (Greece)
2024 Accelerator Awards in the US
Deadline: 2-Jun-23 Accelerator Awards are open to Creative Youth Development (CYD) music organizations seeking to influence youth-serving systems so all young people have access to learning, creating, and performing experiences that reflect their culture and identity. Awards of up to $500,000 … [Read more...] about 2024 Accelerator Awards in the US
UK: Nature of Scotland Awards 2023
Deadline: 30-May-23 The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) is accepting nominations for the 2023 Nature of Scotland Awards to celebrate the inspirational people, projects and partnerships across different aspects of nature conservation in Scotland. They have 10 awards to choose … [Read more...] about UK: Nature of Scotland Awards 2023
WWF Nepal – Conservation Awards 2023
Deadline: 21-Apr-23 The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Nepal welcomes nominations for WWF Nepal - Conservation Awards 2023 from Nepali individuals and/or organizations registered in Nepal and are working in the field of conservation and natural resource management. The award is now … [Read more...] about WWF Nepal – Conservation Awards 2023
India: 4th Edition of the National Startup Awards [Cash prize of INR 10 lakhs]
Deadline: 15-Jun-2023 The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) is inviting applications for the National Startup Awards 2023 to recognize, reward, promote and offer exclusive handholding support to a diverse set of startups. In this edition, the startups will be … [Read more...] about India: 4th Edition of the National Startup Awards [Cash prize of INR 10 lakhs]
Win $50,000 Cash Prizes under Urban Future Prize Competition
Deadline: 24-Apr-23 The Urban Future Lab is pleased to announce, for the seventh year, the Urban Future Prize Competition, which seeks to find the brightest climatetech startups and, through the generous support of The New York Community Trust, MUFG Union Bank, and NYSERDA, award two winners with … [Read more...] about Win $50,000 Cash Prizes under Urban Future Prize Competition
Green Skills Award: Take a Chance to Become the Next Winner
Deadline: 23-Apr-23 The European Training Foundation (ETF) is launching a call for stories of good practice on the development of skills in accelerating the green transition. The aim is to provide inspirational and innovative ideas of how education and employment policy-makers and … [Read more...] about Green Skills Award: Take a Chance to Become the Next Winner
Call for Nominations: REGIOSTARS Award
Deadline: 31-May-23 European Union is seeking nomination for the REGIOSTARS Award. REGIOSTARS are the yearly competition organised by the European Commission’s Directorate General Regional and Urban Policies since 2008. Over the years it has become the Europe’s label of excellence for … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: REGIOSTARS Award
Third Edition of the French-German Gender Equality Prize in Azerbaijan
Deadline: 13-May-23 The French and German Embassies in Azerbaijan jointly launch the third edition of the French-German Gender Equality Prize which aims at rewarding an Azerbaijani initiative that contributes to gender equality in Azerbaijan. The final contest will take place at the beginning … [Read more...] about Third Edition of the French-German Gender Equality Prize in Azerbaijan
Call for Applications: The Public Sector Innovation Challenge in Malawi
Deadline: 31-May-23 The Malawi Government with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), is calling for submission of proposals for the Innovation Challenge, in line with ongoing efforts to support government institutions to adopt innovative reforms for improving public … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: The Public Sector Innovation Challenge in Malawi
Top Women in Security ASEAN Region Awards 2023
Deadline: 30-May-23 The Top Women in Security ASEAN Region Awards is now open to all ASEAN member countries. The Top Women in Security ASEAN Region Awards form part of a global campaign by the Women in Security & Resilience Alliance (WISECRA). This initiative is open to all ASEAN member … [Read more...] about Top Women in Security ASEAN Region Awards 2023
Entries Open for Social Worker of the Year Awards (UK)
Deadline: 2-Jun-23 The Social Worker of the Year awards are open to qualified social workers (must be registered with Social Work England) and teams working in England. The Awards ceremony for the Social Worker of the Year Awards 2023 will be held in November 2023. Each Gold Award winner … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Social Worker of the Year Awards (UK)
Nominations Open for 2023 Inspire! Adult Learning Awards (UK)
Deadline: 17-Apr-23 Learning and Work Institute is looking for individuals, community projects, and organisations whose learning achievements will inspire others to return to or take up learning – people who have improved their lives and / or the lives of others and gained a positive and … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2023 Inspire! Adult Learning Awards (UK)
2023 Rachel’s Network Catalyst Award – United States
Deadline: 9-May-23 Nominations are now open for the Rachel’s Network Catalyst Award to celebrate women of color who are building a healthier, safer, and more just world. Scope of Work Academic Research Access & Inclusion Arts & Humanities Biodiversity & Ecology … [Read more...] about 2023 Rachel’s Network Catalyst Award – United States
Call for Nominations: National Lottery Awards in the UK
Deadline: 16-May-23 Nominations for the 2023 National Lottery Awards are now open to celebrate the inspirational people and projects who do extraordinary things with the help of National Lottery funding. In challenging times, you often see the very best in people, which is why the 2023 National … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: National Lottery Awards in the UK
Open Call for Wellcome Early-Career Awards
Deadline: 18-May-23 Applications are now open for the Wellcome Early-Career Awards to support early-career researchers from any discipline who are ready to develop their research identity. Through innovative projects, they will deliver shifts in understanding that could improve human life, … [Read more...] about Open Call for Wellcome Early-Career Awards
Open Call: America the Beautiful Challenge 2023 in the US
Deadline: 20-Apr-23 The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), through anticipated cooperative agreements from the Department of the Interior (DOI), Department of Defense (DOD), and the Department of Agriculture’s U.S. Forest Service (USFS) and Natural Resources Conservation Service … [Read more...] about Open Call: America the Beautiful Challenge 2023 in the US
Millennium Technology Prize 2024
Deadline: 31-Oct-23 The Technology Academy Finland (TAF) is currently inviting nominations for its Millennium Technology Prize 2024. The Millennium Technology Prize is awarded for groundbreaking technological innovations that benefit people globally. They welcome nominations from around the … [Read more...] about Millennium Technology Prize 2024
Great Blue Wall Challenge – Apply Now!
Deadline: 24-Apr-23 Submissions are now being accepted for the Great Blue Wall Challenge from the ocean-positive startups and social enterprises which contribute to the sustainability and resilience of the Western Indian Ocean, aligning with the Great Blue Wall Initiative and delivering benefits … [Read more...] about Great Blue Wall Challenge – Apply Now!
Call for Nominations: Climate Change Photo Essay Prize
Deadline: 30-Apr-23 The Climate Change Photo Essay Prize is now open for entries to young people aged 18 to 30 from Africa and the diaspora community. The Climate Change Photo Essay Prize is run by Africa Soft Power (ASP), in association with African Women Board (AWB) as part of the ‘Road to … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: Climate Change Photo Essay Prize
Call for Applications: Sport Impact Awards 2023 in Africa
Deadline: 21-Apr-23 As part of the second edition of the Sport Impact Awards, Sport Impact has launched a call for applications to honour and reward a selection of initiatives with a strong economic and social impact in Africa. The second edition of the Sport Impact Awards will reward the … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Sport Impact Awards 2023 in Africa
$20K Start-Up Grants available under D-Prize Challenge
Deadline: 14-May-23 Can you design a new business or NGO that delivers a proven poverty intervention at scale? Submit your design for a new organization that solves one of the Distribution Challenges. The world has already invented products and services to end poverty. Yet they have found many … [Read more...] about $20K Start-Up Grants available under D-Prize Challenge
UK: UnLtd Awards for Social Entrepreneur and Social Business
Deadline: 30-Jun-23 Entries are now open for UnLtd Awards for Social Entrepreneur and Social Business. Focus Areas In addition to their Awards, they have two focus areas where they think social entrepreneurs can make a big difference. They have dedicated teams and specialist support … [Read more...] about UK: UnLtd Awards for Social Entrepreneur and Social Business
Volunteer of the Year Awards 2023 in Australia
Deadline: 28-Apr-23 The City of Wodonga is seeking applications for its Volunteer of the Year Awards 2023 to volunteers for their outstanding contribution to the local community. The theme for National Volunteer Week this year is "the change makers" – a perfect description for the volunteers, … [Read more...] about Volunteer of the Year Awards 2023 in Australia
2023 Canary Impact Prize [United States]
Deadline: 3-May-23 If you have a project or innovative idea and are looking for an initial investment, be sure to apply for the Canary Impact Prize! The Canary Impact Prize is designed to promote community, build capacity, and provide support to formerly incarcerated leaders focused on … [Read more...] about 2023 Canary Impact Prize [United States]
Call for 2023 Nominations: APEC Science Prize
Deadline: 28-Apr-23 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) is now accepting nominations for the 2023 Science Prize for Innovation, Research and Education (ASPIRE), which highlights young scientists, aged 40 and under, who exemplify a commitment to international science collaboration. The … [Read more...] about Call for 2023 Nominations: APEC Science Prize
Call for Applications: YSN-ASM Chrysalis Award in Malaysia
Deadline: 14-Apr-23 Applications are now open for the Chrysalis Award, a flagship leadership programme of young scientist’s network – academy of sciences malaysia (YSN – ASM) to identify and nurture promising PhD candidates to be the future pillars of the Science, Technology, Innovation and … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: YSN-ASM Chrysalis Award in Malaysia
India: AIM-ICDK Water Innovation Challenge 3.0
Deadline: 24-Apr-23 NITI Aayog’s flagship program - Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) has been at the forefront of promoting a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. As a part of the Indo- Danish Bilateral Green Strategic Partnership, Atal Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog (AIM) launched the Open … [Read more...] about India: AIM-ICDK Water Innovation Challenge 3.0
Walter Carsen Prize for Excellence in the Performing Arts in Canada
Deadline: 30-Apr-23 The Canada Council is seeking nominations for the Walter Carsen Prize for Excellence in the Performing Arts, an annual prize that recognizes the highest level of artistic merit, distinguished career achievement, and outstanding contribution by a Canadian professional artist in … [Read more...] about Walter Carsen Prize for Excellence in the Performing Arts in Canada
2023 APEC Healthy Women Research Prize 2023 for outstanding Research seeking to improve Women’s Health and Economic Participation
Deadline: 3-Jun-23 The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 2023 Healthy Women, Healthy Economies Research Prize (HWHE) calls for applications now open to showcase outstanding research seeking to improve women’s health and economic participation. The annual prize aims to encourage the … [Read more...] about 2023 APEC Healthy Women Research Prize 2023 for outstanding Research seeking to improve Women’s Health and Economic Participation
Nominations open for the Social Impact Award in Croatia!
Deadline: 28-May-23 Are you ready to make a social change? Then you can apply for the Social Impact Award. The Social Impact Award consists of a series of events and workshops aimed at spreading and raising awareness of social entrepreneurship. Through the program, they teach participants the … [Read more...] about Nominations open for the Social Impact Award in Croatia!
Swift Student Challenge in the United States
Deadline: 19-Apr-23 Apple is excited to continue the long-standing support of students around the world who love to code. Show your passion for coding by submitting an incredible app playground on the topic of your choice. Benefits Winners will receive exclusive WWDC23 outerwear, AirPods … [Read more...] about Swift Student Challenge in the United States
Call for Nominations: Young European of the Year 2023
Deadline: 10-Apr-23 Do you know someone, who is dedicated to fight for a more just, pluralistic and solidary European society? Then nominate the Young European of 2023. Schwarzkopf Foundation Young Europe is looking for young, committed young people between the age of 18 and 26 who make Europe … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: Young European of the Year 2023
African Impact Challenge for Entrepreneurs
Deadline: 15-Apr-23 Applicants are invited to submit their applications for the African Impact Challenge. This year African Impact Initiative is in South Africa. Top performing teams will receive up to $25,000 in either grant funding or a simple agreement for future equity (SAFE) investment. … [Read more...] about African Impact Challenge for Entrepreneurs
