Deadline: 9-Jul-23 Is your startup between two and four years old? Does your startup have innovations and smart ideas from the fields of logistics, mobility and GreenTech? Your business model has an impact on sustainability and on the quality of life or contributes to improving life in the city … [Read more...] about 2023 Nominations Open for Future Hamburg Award
Awards, Prizes and Challenges
View the latest awards, prizes and challenges for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals around the world.
Entries Open for Hamdan International Photography Award
Deadline: 30-Jun-23 Entries are now for the Hamdan International Photography Award (HIPA) under the theme 'Diversity’. Diversity has existed on earth since the beginning of time. It is one of the fundamentals of life that the ancestors have learnt and understood along with the wisdom behind it … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Hamdan International Photography Award
Nominations Open for European Social Services Awards 2023
Deadline: 30-Jun-23 Nominations are now open for the European Social Services Awards to provide care which is centred around the person, coordinated between services and professionals and enables people to live independent lives and be fully included in their communities. The annual European … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for European Social Services Awards 2023
Generous Award for Women’s Rights and Gender Justice in Latin America and the Caribbean
Deadline: 28-Jun-23 ELLAS invites groups, collectives and organizations from Latin America and the Caribbean to participate in the GENEROSAS 2023 Award, which seeks to recognize and give regional visibility to those who work to advance women's rights and gender justice through the mobilization of … [Read more...] about Generous Award for Women’s Rights and Gender Justice in Latin America and the Caribbean
Fetisov Journalism Awards 2023
Deadline: 1-Oct-23 Nominations are now open for the Fetisov Journalism Awards to promote universal human values such as honesty, justice, courage and nobility through the example of outstanding journalists from all over the world as their dedicated service and commitment contribute to changing … [Read more...] about Fetisov Journalism Awards 2023
2023-2024 EarthEcho Water Challenge Ambassadors (US)
Deadline: 14-Jul-23 In collaboration with Xylem Watermark, EarthEcho invites youth in the United States to join the growing community of EarthEcho Water Challenge Ambassadors! The Ambassadors equip a network of youth with the tools and training to lead community science and watershed … [Read more...] about 2023-2024 EarthEcho Water Challenge Ambassadors (US)
IsDB – ILO Youth Green Skills Accelerator Challenge Call 2023
Deadline: 28-Jul-23 The International Labour Organization (ILO) and Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) are now inviting youth led not for profit organizations to propose new and innovative green ideas and solutions that will support training processes for young people living in post-crisis … [Read more...] about IsDB – ILO Youth Green Skills Accelerator Challenge Call 2023
Up to $1 Million Pilot Prize available under Decarbonization Technology Challenge
Deadline: 11-Aug-23 Are you reshaping the global energy landscape through trailblazing technology? Pitch your idea and power the future. The Decarbonization Technology Challenge invites innovators from across the globe to enter for a chance to win up to $1 million in piloting opportunities with … [Read more...] about Up to $1 Million Pilot Prize available under Decarbonization Technology Challenge
2023 Kenneth C. Frazier Award for Maternal Health Equity
Deadline: 30-Jun-23 MSD for Mothers is now inviting nominations for the annual Kenneth C. Frazier Award for Maternal Health Equity to help create a world where no woman has to die while giving life. This annual prize, awarded through the MSD for Mothers initiative, provides a grant to an … [Read more...] about 2023 Kenneth C. Frazier Award for Maternal Health Equity
Nominations Open for European Patient Digital Health Awards (PDHA) 2023
Deadline: 30-Jun-23 Leading healthcare company MSD, with the support of Digital Health Academy, announces the third fully European edition of the Patient Digital Health Awards (PDHA), an international strategic initiative that is designed to recognize the development and implementation of digital … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for European Patient Digital Health Awards (PDHA) 2023
2023 LGBTQ+ Emerging Artist Award
Deadline: 30-Jun-23 Entries are now being accepted for the 2023 LGBTQ+ Emerging Artist Award. Citi is a long-standing supporter of the LGBTQ+ community and building an inclusive culture for communities across the globe. As the world recovers from the long-term effects of COVID-19, it’s … [Read more...] about 2023 LGBTQ+ Emerging Artist Award
2024 AAAS Award for Scientific Freedom and Responsibility
Deadline: 30-Jun-23 The AAAS Award for Scientific Freedom and Responsibility is presented by the American Association for the Advancement of Science to honor organizations or individuals (including but not limited to scientists, engineers, or health professionals) who have advanced scientific … [Read more...] about 2024 AAAS Award for Scientific Freedom and Responsibility
Call for Entries: 2023 Nat Nakasa Awards in South Africa
Deadline: 30-Jun-23 The South African National Editor’s Forum (SANEF) is now accepting nominations for the Nat Nakasa Awards for Courageous Journalism, focusing on stories published in print or online or broadcast between June 2022 and June 2023: Nat Nakasa Award for Media Integrity. Nat … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: 2023 Nat Nakasa Awards in South Africa
Kenya: Small Business Awards 2023
Deadline: 30-Jun-23 Applications are now open for the 2023 Small Business Awards (SBA), an initiative of Biashara Africa. 2023 Theme: Celebrating Resilience and Society Impact Small Business Awards Categories Small Business of the Year Award Recognizes a Woman or Youth Owned small … [Read more...] about Kenya: Small Business Awards 2023
Hello Tomorrow Global Challenge (9th Edition) for Startups
Deadline: 22-Sep-23 Have a deep tech startup or project that uses advanced technology to answer a societal, environmental or industrial challenge? Start your application to the 9th Edition of the Hello Tomorrow Global Challenge! The Global Challenge is a renowned international startup … [Read more...] about Hello Tomorrow Global Challenge (9th Edition) for Startups
Call for Startups: 2023 THRIVE Global Impact Challenge
Deadline: 28-Jul-23 Applications are now open for the THRIVE Global Impact Challenge, a global search for the most innovative startups who are advancing a more sustainable future for agriculture. THRIVE is the #1 Agtech Accelerator and the most active agtech investor in the world. They are … [Read more...] about Call for Startups: 2023 THRIVE Global Impact Challenge
Penta Brighter Future Award 2023: Recognizing Champions improving Maternal and Child Health
Deadline: 15-Sep-23 Are you familiar with a maternal and child health hero, a rising researcher, or an organisation dedicated to offering prevention, treatment and care for children affected by infectious diseases? If yes, then apply now for Penta Brighter Future Award! Objective and Scope … [Read more...] about Penta Brighter Future Award 2023: Recognizing Champions improving Maternal and Child Health
Call for Applications: European Prize for Women Innovators 2023
Deadline: 27-Sep-23 Are you a female entrepreneur with an innovative idea that will bring positive change to the society? Apply now to the European Prize for Women Innovators and enjoy the chance to be celebrated and rewarded for your hard work. The European Innovation Council (EIC) and the … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: European Prize for Women Innovators 2023
2023 Ecobank Fintech Challenge
Deadline: 21-Jul-23 Applications are now open for the 2023 Ecobank Fintech Challenge to identifie and partner Fintechs that are ready to scale and provides them with support and access to opportunities in Ecobank’s 35 African markets. The Ecobank Fintech Challenge is a Pan-African innovation … [Read more...] about 2023 Ecobank Fintech Challenge
CSET: Children and Youth Challenge
Deadline: 31-Aug-23 Everybody needs energy. But did you know most of the energy used harms the environment and will be used up in the next 50 years? Join the Commonwealth Sustainable Energy Transition (CSET): Children and Youth Challenge to make the world a cleaner, better place for … [Read more...] about CSET: Children and Youth Challenge
Call for Applications: African Climate Innovation Challenge 2023
Deadline: 29-Jun-23 Applications are now available for African Climate Innovation Challenge to empower young Africans to create impact in their local communities by solving sustainability challenges through entrepreneurship and innovation. The African Climate Innovation Challenge (ACIC) which … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: African Climate Innovation Challenge 2023
Call for Applications: ManziMakers Challenge in South Africa
Deadline: 3-Jul-23 Young Water Solutions is looking for innovative solutions to the most urgent challenges in water supply, sanitation and waste management in vulnerable communities in South Africa. If you have a developed an idea that is still in its early stages, register to participate in this … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: ManziMakers Challenge in South Africa
2023 InCube Challenge for Brilliant Young Minds across the Globe
Deadline: 1-Jul-23 If you want to experience a new, crazy challenge and have an entrepreneurial and open-minded spirit, then InCube is for you! Incube is a 5-day intensive design thinking challenge that takes place in a glass cube. Interdisciplinary teams of five solve a challenge on a … [Read more...] about 2023 InCube Challenge for Brilliant Young Minds across the Globe
Onduline Green Roof Awards 2023
Deadline: 30-Aug-23 The Onduline Indonesia is excited to launch a call for nominations for the Onduline Green Roof Awards. OGRA (Onduline Green Roof Awards) is a biennial design competition initiated by Onduline Indonesia in 2013. The initiation of the competition appears as Onduline believes … [Read more...] about Onduline Green Roof Awards 2023
2023 WIN DRR Leadership Awards
Deadline: 28-Jul-23 Nominations for the 2023 WIN DRR Leadership Awards are now open. Nominate yourself or others for: The Rising Star Award: Granted to an individual woman who has demonstrated leadership potential early in her career. The Excellence Award: Proudly supported by SM Prime … [Read more...] about 2023 WIN DRR Leadership Awards
Fit for Life Awards 2024 – Nominate Now!
Deadline: 15-Feb-24 Nominations are now open for the Fit for Life Awards to provide multi-year support and international visibility to innovative, impactful projects promoting life-long fitness and health in rapidly aging societies around the world. This multi-year support enables Laureates to … [Read more...] about Fit for Life Awards 2024 – Nominate Now!
UK: GCRF AgriFood Africa Innovation Awards (Round – 6)
Deadline: 4-Aug-23 UK-registered organisations are encouraged to submit applications a grant of up to £30,000 to explore solutions to African AgriFood challenges. Innovate UK KTN is delivering these Innovation Awards as part of the Global Challenges Research Fund AgriFood Africa … [Read more...] about UK: GCRF AgriFood Africa Innovation Awards (Round – 6)
Call for Entries: Norbert Zongo African Prize for Investigative Journalism
Deadline: 15-Aug-23 The Norbert Zongo National Press Center (CNP-NZ) and the Norbert Zongo Cell for Investigative Journalism in West Africa (CENOZO) are launching a call for entries for the Norbert Zongo African Prize for Investigative Journalism (PAJI- NZ). The PAJI-NZ is aimed at rewarding … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: Norbert Zongo African Prize for Investigative Journalism
2023 Asia Environmental Enforcement Awards
Deadline: 31-Jul-23 Applications are now open for the 2023 Asia Environmental Enforcement Awards to recognize and celebrate excellence in enforcement by government officials and institutions or teams combating transboundary crimes that affect the environment. The Awards are given to … [Read more...] about 2023 Asia Environmental Enforcement Awards
2023 RCE Youth Art Challenge: From Waste to Art
Deadline: 15-Aug-23 The Global RCE Service Centre at the United Nations University Institute for the Advanced Study of Sustainability (UNU-IAS), in partnership with UNESCO, is now accepting submissions for the RCE Youth Art Challenge: From Waste to Art. Calling all young eco-artists! They’re … [Read more...] about 2023 RCE Youth Art Challenge: From Waste to Art
Submit Expressions of Interest for GBV Tech Innovation Challenge
Deadline: 27-Jun-23 Submissions are now open for the Gender-based Violence (GBV) Tech Innovation Challenge to identify and support promising tech-based interventions relevant to GBV programming within humanitarian settings. This Innovation Challenge is for piloting tech-based interventions … [Read more...] about Submit Expressions of Interest for GBV Tech Innovation Challenge
Call for Applications: IEEE Connecting the Unconnected Challenge
Deadline: 3-Jul-23 Applications are now open for the IEEE Connecting the Unconnected Challenge, a new global IEEE competition that solicits solutions from start-ups, grassroots organizations, universities, or anyone else that is working to bridge this digital divide in innovative … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: IEEE Connecting the Unconnected Challenge
2023 Hiyoshi Awards for Indian Scientists and Young Researchers
Deadline: 18-Aug-23 Applicants are now being invited to submit their applications for the 2023 Hiyoshi Awards to recognize those who are doing novel, innovative, outstanding scientific research and application in the field of environmental conservation and protection in India. The Hiyoshi … [Read more...] about 2023 Hiyoshi Awards for Indian Scientists and Young Researchers
Eramet Water Resource Innovation Challenge 2023
Deadline: 13-Sep-23 Eramet in collaboration with EIT RawMaterials is calling impact start-ups or SMEs from around the world to propose innovative technologies or products that address key water challenges of the mining and metals industry to protect the water resources. This innovation … [Read more...] about Eramet Water Resource Innovation Challenge 2023
2023 Human Rights Defenders Awards – Kenya
Deadline: 31-Aug-23 Nominations are now open for the Human Rights Defenders Awards to honor and publicly recognize the important work of HRDs in Kenya, by giving out awards to individuals who have demonstrated courage, innovation, and impact in the promotion and protection of human rights and … [Read more...] about 2023 Human Rights Defenders Awards – Kenya
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Award
Deadline: 20-Jul-23 Clifford Chance has opened applications for its annual global United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) Award, which recognises and supports outstanding contributions towards the achievement of the UN SDGs. This year the award will focus on a range of SDGs … [Read more...] about United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Award
2024 India Australia Business & Community Alliance Awards
Deadline: 14-Aug-23 Nominations are now open for the 2024 India Australia Business & Community Alliance (IABCA) Awards supported by Investment NSW to celebrate the India-Australia relationship whilst simultaneously contributing to its development. Through the IABCA Awards, they invite you … [Read more...] about 2024 India Australia Business & Community Alliance Awards
Canada: Nominations Open for 2023 Climate & Energy Action Award
Deadline: 10-Jul-23 The Community Energy Association is seeking nominations for the Climate & Energy Action Award to recognize climate action on the ground and celebrate high-impact, bold, replicable, and collaborative actions taken by municipalities, regional districts, and Indigenous … [Read more...] about Canada: Nominations Open for 2023 Climate & Energy Action Award
Call for Applications: The 2023 edition of the UNESCO International Literacy Prizes
Deadline: 28-Jun-23 UNESCO has opened its call for applications for the 2023 edition of the UNESCO International Literacy Prizes. It encourages all experts in literacy education to submit their applications and urge nominating organizations to recommend candidates from various parts of the … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: The 2023 edition of the UNESCO International Literacy Prizes
30th IMC-Ladies’ Wing Jankidevi Bajaj Puraskar – India
Deadline: 31-Aug-23 IMC-Ladies' Wing is pleased to announce the opening of nominations for the 30th IMC-Ladies' Wing Jankidevi Bajaj Puraskar - 2023. This is to felicitate and acknowledge the contribution of an Indian Woman Entrepreneur who has contributed to the field of rural business and … [Read more...] about 30th IMC-Ladies’ Wing Jankidevi Bajaj Puraskar – India
2023 Wellcome Career Development Awards for Mid-Career Researchers
Deadline: 27-Jul-23 Applications are now open for the Wellcome Career Development Awards to provide funding for mid-career researchers from any discipline who have the potential to be international research leaders. They will develop their research capabilities, drive innovative programmes of … [Read more...] about 2023 Wellcome Career Development Awards for Mid-Career Researchers
Entries Open for Wellcome Discovery Awards
Deadline: 25-Jul-23 Entries are now open for the Wellcome Discovery Awards to provide funding for established researchers and teams from any discipline who want to pursue bold and creative research ideas to deliver significant shifts in understanding that could improve human life, health and … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Wellcome Discovery Awards
Entries Open for Good Governance Awards – Ireland
Deadline: 13-Sep-23 Entries are now open for the Good Governance Awards, an initiative that recognises and encourages adherence to good governance practice by nonprofits in Ireland. Carmichael is the leading specialist training and support body for nonprofits in Ireland. The training, … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Good Governance Awards – Ireland
Up to $100,000 available under President Tech Award – Uzbekistan
Deadline: 1-Jul-23 Applications are now open for the President Tech Award, a competition for the best software products in 5 main and 1 special areas. The aim is to attract the attention of young people to the field of IT technologies and encourage them to create innovative solutions and … [Read more...] about Up to $100,000 available under President Tech Award – Uzbekistan
Submit Solutions for Cyber Startup Challenge 2023 (Switzerland)
Deadline: 31-Aug-23 The Federal Office for Defence Procurement armasuisse is accepting applications for the Cyber Startup Challenge 2023 to explore the startup technology landscape around the topic of «smartphone security» and in doing so to present innovative technologies to the Federal … [Read more...] about Submit Solutions for Cyber Startup Challenge 2023 (Switzerland)
2023 Al-Sumait Prize in Education – Nominate Now!
Deadline: 30-Sep-23 The Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) is seeking nominations for the 2023 Al-Sumait Prize in Education. The objective of the prize is the recognition and appreciation of the best studies, scientific projects, applied research and innovation that have … [Read more...] about 2023 Al-Sumait Prize in Education – Nominate Now!
SURF Awards for Best Practice in Community Regeneration – United Kingdom
Deadline: 4-Sep-23 Scotland's Regeneration Forum (SURF) Awards for Best Practice in Community Regeneration organised and delivered by SURF in partnership with the Scottish Government. SURF provides many opportunities for the sharing of information and ideas through its annual programme of … [Read more...] about SURF Awards for Best Practice in Community Regeneration – United Kingdom
Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards Competition
Deadline: 23-Aug-23 Come and join the party and enter your images and videos of wildlife having the last laugh and hopefully making everyone titter as well. You could win the top prize of a fantastic Kenyan Safari courtesy of Alex Walker's Serian. Entries now open for the Comedy Wildlife … [Read more...] about Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards Competition
Dubai International Best Practices Award for Sustainable Development
Deadline Date: 31-Aug-2023 Nominations are now open for the 13th Cycle of the “Dubai International Best Practices Award for Sustainable Development” to recognize excellence and support urban best practices to improve the living environment. Categories Best Practices Award in Urban … [Read more...] about Dubai International Best Practices Award for Sustainable Development
William Sutton Prize 2023 – United Kingdom
Deadline: 3-Jul-23 Apply for between £5,000 and £50,000 and a bespoke package of non-financial support to bring an idea to life that can help tackle one of the biggest issues facing society today – the climate crisis. The William Sutton Prize, presented by Clarion Housing Group, is a leading … [Read more...] about William Sutton Prize 2023 – United Kingdom
