Deadline: 6-Jan-23 The Wellcome Sanger Institute is accepting applications for the Sanger Prize an outreach competition aimed at undergraduate students who live and study in low or middle income countries. The prize was set up in 2002 after John Sulston, Sydney Brenner and Robert Horvitz won … [Read more...] about The Sanger Prize Competition 2023
Awards, Prizes and Challenges
View the latest awards, prizes and challenges for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals around the world.
CanadianSME Small Business Awards 2022
Deadline: 5-Jan-23 Entries are now open for the CanadianSME National Business Awards 2022 that will help you gain publicity and recognition on a national and global scale. The CanadianSME National Business Awards 2022 is the perfect stage for you to stand out and shine with your … [Read more...] about CanadianSME Small Business Awards 2022
Call for Applications: Recanati-Kaplan Prize
Deadline: 30-Nov-22 Villa Albertine, in partnership with the Institut du monde arabe and the Recanati-Kaplan Foundation, is launching a new program and prize to support artistic and intellectual exchange between the United States, France, and the Arab world. The Recanati-Kaplan Prize will be … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Recanati-Kaplan Prize
[Fighting Disinformation] WIN WIN Gothenburg Sustainability Award 2023
Deadline: 15-Jan-23 Nominations are now open for the WIN WIN Gothenburg Sustainability Award 2023. Theme Digitalisation has transformed the way people interact with each other in a profound way. New technology allows them to connect with people from all over the world, share knowledge and … [Read more...] about [Fighting Disinformation] WIN WIN Gothenburg Sustainability Award 2023
Green Tech Fund: Awarding £100,000 to four Start-ups
Deadline: 15-Jan-23 Simmons & Simmons is looking for emerging climatetech and cleantech organisations to apply for GreenTech Fund to share £100,000 worth of legal advice tailored to the specific needs of each organisation. Funding Information The Fund will award up to four start-ups … [Read more...] about Green Tech Fund: Awarding £100,000 to four Start-ups
Nominations Open for the Margaret 2022 Award
Deadline: 9-Jan-23 JFD is pleased to announce the Les Margaret Awards. Les Margaret Awards reward every year European and African women entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs, whose projects and innovation meet the major challenges of their society. The Margaret 2023 will benefit from a … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for the Margaret 2022 Award
Call for Nominations: Ross Merrill Award
Deadline: 15-Jan-23 The American Institute for Conservation (AIC) and Foundation for Advancement in Conservation (FAIC) are inviting nominations for Ross Merrill Award or Outstanding Commitment to the Preservation and Care of Collections honors institutions in North America that have shown an … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: Ross Merrill Award
Barbara Laronde Emerging Artist Award (Canada)
Deadline: 31-Dec-22 The Native Women in the Arts’ (NWIA) 8th Annual Barbara Laronde Emerging Artist Award is now open for nominations. Categories Open to all artistic disciplines including: Traditional/Customary Arts (examples: Beading, Carving, Quillwork, Tufting, Weaving) Visual Arts … [Read more...] about Barbara Laronde Emerging Artist Award (Canada)
2022 Public Art Challenge in the US
Deadline: 15-Feb-23 Applications are open for the 2022 Public Art Challenge that is supporting innovative temporary public art projects that enhance the vibrancy of cities. The Public Art Challenge aims to support temporary public art projects that engage citizens, celebrate creativity and … [Read more...] about 2022 Public Art Challenge in the US
Goonj announces Junoon Awards 2023 in India
Deadline: 25-Dec-22 Goonj is accepting nominations for Junoon Awards. Objective: Often great work is a combination of the heart, the head, and the hands. While the complex theories of change and the detailed development matrix’s often delve into the head and the hands part of working in the … [Read more...] about Goonj announces Junoon Awards 2023 in India
Port Macquarie Hastings Council: Australia Day Awards
Deadline: 6-Jan-23 Do you know a special someone or group who has gone the extra mile selflessly dedicating their time and energy for the benefit of the community? Nominate them for an Australia Day Award and a $1,000 prize. Award Categories Citizen of the Year Young Person of the … [Read more...] about Port Macquarie Hastings Council: Australia Day Awards
Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Awards in the US
Deadline: 5-Jan-23 Nominations are now open for the Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Awards to recognize Jewish teens (13-19) throughout the United States who have demonstrated remarkable leadership and initiative in projects that embody the values of tikkun olam, repairing the world. They seek teens … [Read more...] about Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Awards in the US
Call for Nominations: UNESCO ICT in Education Prize
Deadline: 3-Feb-23 The UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize for the Use of ICT in Education is now open to recognize innovative approaches in leveraging new technologies to expand educational and lifelong learning opportunities for all, in line with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: UNESCO ICT in Education Prize
$50,000 Critic and Conscience of Society Award in New Zealand
Deadline: 28-Feb-23 New Zealand university academics who excel at keeping the public informed with their expert commentary could receive a $50,000 grant as the 2023 Critic and Conscience of Society Award opens for applications. The 2023 winner of the award will be following in the footsteps … [Read more...] about $50,000 Critic and Conscience of Society Award in New Zealand
2023 Charity Governance Awards in the UK
Deadline: 8-Feb-23 The 2023 Charity Governance Awards is now open to celebrate outstanding governance and trusteeship in charities across the UK, allowing large and small not-for-profit organisations to inspire and learn from one another. For its eighth year, the Charity Governance Awards … [Read more...] about 2023 Charity Governance Awards in the UK
India Open Innovation Challenge: Stand a chance Win Grant of up to SGD20,000
Deadline: 31-Jan-23 The first-ever India Open Innovation Challenge will open doors to one of the largest markets in the world! This challenge brings together some of India’s most prominent companies to collaborate with innovative startups, scale-ups and SMEs with tech-enabled solutions to … [Read more...] about India Open Innovation Challenge: Stand a chance Win Grant of up to SGD20,000
Ro PLASTIC Prize: An International Prize for Innovators, Entrepreneurs and Startups
Deadline: 23-Jan-23 The Ro Plastic Prize is now open for applications to inspire the international creative community to explore a new philosophy of design and production using innovative materials that derive from re-Waste, and to discover the infinite possibilities for its transformation. In … [Read more...] about Ro PLASTIC Prize: An International Prize for Innovators, Entrepreneurs and Startups
Lead2030 Challenge for SDG 12: Seeking Solutions from Young Innovators
Deadline: 31-Jan-23 Bristol Myers Squibb is proud to support the Lead 2030 Challenge for SDG 12. This challenge seeks to reduce waste and the release of toxins into the environment which will ultimately improve health outcomes. This challenge welcomes solutions from young innovators that … [Read more...] about Lead2030 Challenge for SDG 12: Seeking Solutions from Young Innovators
2023 Hambleton Business Awards in the UK
Deadline: 31-Dec-22 Entries are now open for the 2023 Hambleton District Business Awards! They're celebrating the achievements and contributions of businesses in Hambleton. It is free to enter and it is an opportunity for profile and recognition. They are looking forward to celebrating … [Read more...] about 2023 Hambleton Business Awards in the UK
Brimbank Australia Day Awards
Deadline: 2-Dec-22 The Brimbank City Council is accepting nominations for its Australia Day Awards. Brimbank is one of the most multicultural communities in Australia. They celebrate it with a passion! Nearly 45% of the residents were born overseas and more than half speak a language other … [Read more...] about Brimbank Australia Day Awards
2023 PETCO Awards in South Africa: Entries are welcome from Small & Large Organisations, Businesses, Community Groups and Individuals
Deadline: 6-Jan-23 The 2023 PETCO Awards are now open for Nominations. The PETCO Awards is the premier national environmental awards initiative in South Africa, recognizing excellence in reuse, recycling and waste minimization among businesses, organisations, community groups and individuals … [Read more...] about 2023 PETCO Awards in South Africa: Entries are welcome from Small & Large Organisations, Businesses, Community Groups and Individuals
US: Nominations Open for Vilcek-Gold Award 2023
Deadline: 31-Jan-23 The Vilcek Foundation and The Arnold P. Gold Foundation are pleased to announce that the 2022 Vilcek-Gold Award for Humanism in Healthcare is awarded to Dr. Mona Fouad for her leadership in health disparities research and for her career-long commitment to equity in … [Read more...] about US: Nominations Open for Vilcek-Gold Award 2023
Call for Entries: 2023 Canadian Hillman Prize
Deadline: 15-Jan-23 The 2023 Canadian Hillman Prize is now open for entries to honour excellence in journalism in service of the common good. The Hillman Prize seeks out investigative reporting that draws attention to social or economic injustice and leads to meaningful public policy change. … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: 2023 Canadian Hillman Prize
Berrigan Shire Council: 2023 Australia Day Awards
Deadline: 2-Dec-22 The Berrigan Shire Council is accepting nominations for its 2023 Australia Day Awards. Award Categories Nominations are invited in the following categories: Citizen of the Year (25 years and older) Young Citizen of the Year (24 years and younger) Sportsperson … [Read more...] about Berrigan Shire Council: 2023 Australia Day Awards
District of Columbia Urban Agriculture Small Award Program in the US
Deadline: 8-Dec-22 The District of Columbia Urban Agriculture Award Program seeks to provide funding to build capacity for crop production and distribution, and to increase knowledge within farmers and District residents through agricultural education experiences. The goals of this Request for … [Read more...] about District of Columbia Urban Agriculture Small Award Program in the US
David King Prize in Canada
Deadline: 15-Dec-22 The Touchstone Theatre is seeking applications for the David King Prize. David King was a playwright, screenwriter, and songwriter known for his wit and ‘joie de vivre’. In January 2021, David died after a decade long battle with prostate cancer. This prize, awarded … [Read more...] about David King Prize in Canada
District of Columbia Donation and Reuse Award Program – United States
Deadline: 8-Dec-22 The Chesapeake Bay Trust and the District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment are excited to announce the District of Columbia Donation and Reuse Award Program. The goal of this Request for Applications (RFA) is to increase diversion of reusable material, … [Read more...] about District of Columbia Donation and Reuse Award Program – United States
FIC Startup Award for Innovations and Entrepreneurships in the Cybersecurity Sector
Deadline: 21-Nov-22 The International Cybersecurity Forum (FIC) is inviting nominations for FIC Startup Award, which aims to encourage innovation and entrepreneurship in the cybersecurity sector. The jury consists of end-users, investment funds, representatives of ANSSI and the Ministries of … [Read more...] about FIC Startup Award for Innovations and Entrepreneurships in the Cybersecurity Sector
Programme Award Call – Financial Security in the UK
Deadline: 23-Nov-22 The Robertson Trust is currently seeking programme award applications through an open call on the theme of Financial Security in Scotland. Financial security is about ensuring people and families have income adequacy, income security, manageable costs and the financial … [Read more...] about Programme Award Call – Financial Security in the UK
Mozilla’s Responsible Computer Science Challenge in Kenya
Deadline: 17-Jan-23 Mozilla and USAID are excited to announce that Responsible Computer Science Challenge (RCSC) applications are officially open in Kenya. Mozilla and USAID are awarding 10 grants from a pool of $250 000 USD to innovation hubs and accredited institutions of higher education in … [Read more...] about Mozilla’s Responsible Computer Science Challenge in Kenya
IDRC Research Awards 2023–2024
Deadline: 15-Feb-23 The International Development Research Centre’s (IDRC) research awards application process for 2023 is now open! Thematic Areas This year IDRC will offer research awards related to these development areas or themes: Climate-Resilient Food Systems, Democratic and … [Read more...] about IDRC Research Awards 2023–2024
Nominations for the 2023 Autism Hero Awards are Open!
Deadline: 2-Jun-23 Nominations are now open for the Autism Hero Awards to highlight and celebrate the excellence taking place in the world of Autism. This is a unique opportunity to celebrate and highlight accomplishments as well as enhancing Autism awareness and acceptance. Through these … [Read more...] about Nominations for the 2023 Autism Hero Awards are Open!
Japan Smart Healthy Aging QuickFire Challenge ($300,000 in total funding)
Deadline: 2-Dec-22 Innovators from across the globe are invited to submit promising science or technologies that aim to potentially increase healthy life expectancy - to help people live longer, happier lives. To inspire smart healthy aging potential solutions, Johnson & Johnson … [Read more...] about Japan Smart Healthy Aging QuickFire Challenge ($300,000 in total funding)
Sustainable Communities Challenge Fund in Canada
Deadline: 16-Dec-22 Nova Scotia communities can now apply for funding to support their climate change mitigation and adaptation priorities – from deep energy retrofits and low-carbon transportation, initiatives to flood and heat stress mitigation. The Nova Scotia Federation of Municipalities, … [Read more...] about Sustainable Communities Challenge Fund in Canada
Global Health Discovery QuickFire Challenge: Flavivirus Infections
Deadline: 13-Jan-23 The Johnson & Johnson Innovation has launched the applications for Global Health Discovery QuickFire Challenge: Flavivirus Infections that aims to advance scientific discoveries to help treat, control, or prevent flaviviruses with the goal of tackling the next global … [Read more...] about Global Health Discovery QuickFire Challenge: Flavivirus Infections
OWWA/WEAO Climate Action Award 2022 in Canada
Deadline: 31-Jan-23 The Ontario Water Works Association (OWWA) and Water Environment Association of Ontario (WEAO) are now accepting nominations for Climate Action Award 2022. The award recognizes and acknowledges innovations in infrastructure that adapt to climate change (resilient … [Read more...] about OWWA/WEAO Climate Action Award 2022 in Canada
SYB Cancer Alliance Innovation Award Scheme – United Kingdom
Deadline: 19-Dec-22 The South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw Cancer Alliance in partnership with the Yorkshire and Humber Academic Health Science Network (YHAHSN) are pleased to launch the Cancer Innovation Award Scheme to promote innovation and improvement in cancer services and people’s … [Read more...] about SYB Cancer Alliance Innovation Award Scheme – United Kingdom
Ditch the Disposables: Awards to Reduce Waste (United States)
Deadline: 8-Dec-22 The Chesapeake Bay Trust, the District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment, and the Office of the State Superintendent of Education are excited to announce the District of Columbia Ditch the Disposables Award Program. The goal of this RFA is to fund projects at … [Read more...] about Ditch the Disposables: Awards to Reduce Waste (United States)
Big Education Challenge in the UK
Deadline: 8-Feb-23 Applications are now open for Big Education Challenge, a £1m prize fund that will support and reward bold ideas with the potential to transform education and learning in the UK. It will give both young people and experienced innovators the support and funding they need to … [Read more...] about Big Education Challenge in the UK
2022 Student Journalism Challenge: Your Education, Your Future in the US
Deadline: 2-Dec-22 How is school preparing you for your future? What’s working? What could be done differently? How is education adapting to their changing world? What do you want from your education that doesn’t currently exist? This is your chance to get published and win prizes! The … [Read more...] about 2022 Student Journalism Challenge: Your Education, Your Future in the US
Inviting Suggestions on India’s Priorities for G20 Presidency in India
Deadline: 15-Dec-22 The Ministry of External Affairs is accepting applications for its Inviting Suggestions on India’s Priorities for G20 Presidency. The world heard the Hon PMs reassuring words at the launch of the G20 website, logo and theme recently: “India’s G20 … [Read more...] about Inviting Suggestions on India’s Priorities for G20 Presidency in India
Soy Innovation Challenge 2022 – Apply Now!
Deadline: 6-Dec-22 The United Soybean Board (USB), and the Yield Lab Institute (YLI) is pleased to announce an open call for the second Soy Innovation Challenge 2022. Soybean oil demand is increasing as a feedstock for renewable energy, creating unique opportunities for soybean farmers. But an … [Read more...] about Soy Innovation Challenge 2022 – Apply Now!
SET Award: Apply Now to Become One of the 15 Top Energy Start-Ups of 2023!
Deadline: 16-Jan-23 Nominations are now open for the Start Up Energy Transition Award (SET) 2023, an international competition for start-ups worldwide who are working on ideas affecting the global energy transition and climate change. Categories Energy Generation & Storage The … [Read more...] about SET Award: Apply Now to Become One of the 15 Top Energy Start-Ups of 2023!
Mozilla Creative Media Awards – Apply Now!
Deadline: 30-Nov-22 Mozilla is seeking creative artists to examine the importance of responsible design in AI — and how the concept of responsible design applies across different geographies and sociocultural experiences. The Creative Media Awards (CMA) uplift artists and media-makers to … [Read more...] about Mozilla Creative Media Awards – Apply Now!
MassChallenge Sustainable Food Solutions Challenge for Startups
Deadline: 6-Jan-23 MassChallenge is looking for startups or organizations that have solutions and a proven technology in the area of Sustainable Food & Feed Solutions, Sustainable Supply Chain & Manufacturing, Sustainable Packaging, and Agri Tech that together with our corporate partners … [Read more...] about MassChallenge Sustainable Food Solutions Challenge for Startups
2023 Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Award
Deadline: 14-Dec-22 Nominations are now open for the 2023 Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Award. The Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Award identifies and honors those who embody Robert F. Kennedy’s belief that the power of individual and collective moral courage can overcome injustice. Each … [Read more...] about 2023 Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Award
2023 Civic Awards in Australia
Deadline: 25-Nov-22 Nominations for the 2023 Civic Awards are now open. The annual Whitehorse Civic Awards and the Sport and Recreation Civic Award are designed to recognise, acknowledge and promote the efforts of people and community clubs or groups who either live, work, study or participate … [Read more...] about 2023 Civic Awards in Australia
Sony World Photography Awards – Nominate Now!
Deadline: 30-Nov-22 Nominations are now open for the Sony World Photography Awards. The Sony World Photography Awards is the leading competition for photographers and artists working in photography. Made up of four competitions (Professional, Open, Student and Youth), all entries are free and … [Read more...] about Sony World Photography Awards – Nominate Now!
2023 Emerging Public Policy Leadership Award in the US
Deadline: 18-Jan-23 Are you a science graduate student looking to make a difference in science policy and funding? The American Institute of Biological Sciences (AIBS) is now accepting applications for the 2023 Emerging Public Policy Leadership Award. This award recognizes graduate students in … [Read more...] about 2023 Emerging Public Policy Leadership Award in the US
WWSF: 2023 Prize for Women’s Creativity in Rural Life
Deadline: 30-Apr-23 The Women’s World Summit Foundation (WWSF) has launched the “Prize for Women’s Creativity in Rural Life” to honor women and women's groups around the world exhibiting exceptional creativity, courage and commitment for the improvement of the quality of life in rural … [Read more...] about WWSF: 2023 Prize for Women’s Creativity in Rural Life
