Deadline: 18-Jan-22 Are you 24 and under and passionate about making a positive impact in your community and the world? If yes, then apply for Youth Innovation Challenge. Young people hold the empathy, power, and ingenuity to solve problems, in their communities, the world, and everywhere in … [Read more...] about Up to $200,000 available under Youth Innovation Challenge
Awards, Prizes and Challenges
View the latest awards, prizes and challenges for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals around the world.
International Youth Eco-Hero Award for Environmental Activists
Deadline: 28-Feb-22 Action For Nature is seeking nominations for International Young Eco-Hero Awards to recognize and reward the successful individual environmental initiatives of young people ages 8 to 16. AFN encourages young people around the world to carry out individual environmental … [Read more...] about International Youth Eco-Hero Award for Environmental Activists
NextCycle Michigan: Open Call for Recycling Supply Chains Programme (US)
Deadline: 7-Jan-22 The NextCycle Michigan is inviting applications for the Recycling Supply Chains (RSC) Programme. Recycling Supply Chains (RSC) teams are challenged to develop innovative projects that improve or expand the collection, processing, or end markets for recyclable materials in … [Read more...] about NextCycle Michigan: Open Call for Recycling Supply Chains Programme (US)
Intergovernmental Initiatives & Public-Private Partnerships Programme (US)
Deadline: 7-Jan-22 The NextCycle Michigan has launched the applications for the Intergovernmental Initiatives & Public Private Partnerships (I2P3) Programme. Intergovernmental Initiatives & Public Private Partnerships (I2P3) teams are challenged to bring forward initiatives which will … [Read more...] about Intergovernmental Initiatives & Public-Private Partnerships Programme (US)
Karnataka Business Awards 2021 (India)
Deadline: 20-Nov-21 Applications are now open for the Karnataka Business Awards 2021 to enhance your business reputation, attract new customers and make your brand successful and the most reliable. Karnataka Business Awards (KBA) is a set of prestigious awards designed to improve productivity … [Read more...] about Karnataka Business Awards 2021 (India)
Singapore: 2021 Trade and Connectivity Challenge
Deadline: 30-Dec-21 The 2021 Trade and Connectivity Challenge (TCC) is inviting startups to showcase innovative solutions in growth areas such as big data, data analytics, Internet of Things (IoT), robotics & automation, improving supply chain management and more. Organised by Enterprise … [Read more...] about Singapore: 2021 Trade and Connectivity Challenge
The Montana Chapter of The Wildlife Society Award 2022 in the US – Apply Now!
Deadline: 3-Jan-22 Nominations are now open for the Montana Chapter of The Wildlife Society Award 2022. Awards are given annually in recognition of Montana wildlife professionals who have who exemplify the values of the Montana Chapter, have made remarkable professional contributions to … [Read more...] about The Montana Chapter of The Wildlife Society Award 2022 in the US – Apply Now!
ICFJ: The Michael Elliott Award for Excellence in African Storytelling
Deadline: 30-Jan-22 The Michael Elliott Award for Excellence in African Storytelling, a collaboration between the International Center for Journalists (ICFJ), the ONE Campaign, and the Elliott family, honors up-and-coming journalists in Africa who strives to strengthen people's voices and … [Read more...] about ICFJ: The Michael Elliott Award for Excellence in African Storytelling
2nd Edition of Southeast Asia Open Innovation Challenge 2021 (Singapore)
Deadline: 10-Jan-22 If you are a startup or SME with an innovative tech-enabled solution, this is your opportunity to work with established corporates to co-develop, test and refine your solution, and accelerate market access in Southeast Asia! The Southeast Asia Open Innovation Challenge (SEA … [Read more...] about 2nd Edition of Southeast Asia Open Innovation Challenge 2021 (Singapore)
Environmental Awards in Australia
Deadline: 30-Nov-21 The Parkes Shire Council is pleased to launch Environmental Awards to recognise an individual or group contributing to their environmental preservation or advancing environmental awareness within the Shire. This award recognises individuals and organisations championing … [Read more...] about Environmental Awards in Australia
Australia: Cultural Awards 2022 Nominations Open Now!
Deadline: 30-Nov-21 The Parkes Shire Council has announced Cultural Awards 2022 to recognise, reward and encourage excellence in the performing, visual, and creative arts and crafts. Focus Areas Areas of Cultural Achievement Covered by the Awards: Performance in song, dance, drama, music … [Read more...] about Australia: Cultural Awards 2022 Nominations Open Now!
Community Awards 2022 in Australia
Deadline: 30-Nov-21 If you know someone who has made a real difference to the community and deserves to be recognised for their efforts, why not nominate them for this year's Awards? Nominations are now open for Community Awards 2022 to nominate a quiet achiever, someone young or old or a … [Read more...] about Community Awards 2022 in Australia
2022 India Australia Business & Community Alliance Awards
Deadline: 26-Jan-22 Nominations are now open for the 2022 India Australia Business & Community Alliance (IABCA) Awards to celebrate the India-Australia relationship whilst simultaneously contributing to its development. Through the IABCA Awards, they invite you to share stories of … [Read more...] about 2022 India Australia Business & Community Alliance Awards
Kofi Annan Award for Innovation in Africa 2021
Deadline: 1-Dec-21 Nominations are now open for the Kofi Annan Award for Innovation in Africa 2021 to identify and support promising social entrepreneurs with digital or technology-powered solutions for people in Africa to help them build the foundations to scale. For the 2021 Kofi Annan … [Read more...] about Kofi Annan Award for Innovation in Africa 2021
TIDE 2.0 PULSE — HealthTech for Bharat Innovation Challenge (India)
Deadline: 25-Nov-21 PULSE -- HealthTech for Bharat, supported by MeitY under the Program TIDE 2.0 has been launched for startups, entrepreneurs, and innovators to create better healthcare experiences for the elderly population. The future of health tech for the elderly depends on innovative … [Read more...] about TIDE 2.0 PULSE — HealthTech for Bharat Innovation Challenge (India)
Up to $2,500 available under Responsible and Ethical Technology Challenge
Deadline: 12-Dec-21 How can we design responsible and ethical policies, products, and business practices - that prioritize people, especially youth, over profits - into the digital ecosystem? If you want to know the answer then register for 2022 Startup Innovation Challenge under the theme … [Read more...] about Up to $2,500 available under Responsible and Ethical Technology Challenge
2022 Startup Innovation Challenge under the theme “Inclusion and Belonging”
Deadline: 5-Dec-21 How can we create a digital world in which all people of any race, class, gender, sexual orientation, ability, or ethnicity feel welcome, respected, represented, and safe? If you want to know the answer then register for 2022 Startup Innovation Challenge under the theme … [Read more...] about 2022 Startup Innovation Challenge under the theme “Inclusion and Belonging”
2022 Startup Innovation Challenge: Mental Health & Wellbeing
Deadline: 12-Dec-21 How can we create a digital world in which the mental health and wellbeing of all youth are respected, nurtured, and protected? If you want to know the answer then register for 2022 Startup Innovation Challenge under the theme "Mental Health & Wellbeing". This challenge is … [Read more...] about 2022 Startup Innovation Challenge: Mental Health & Wellbeing
One Young World Announces Afri-Plastics Challenge (Sub-Saharan Africa)
Deadline: 1-Dec-21 One Young World is seeking applications for Afri-Plastics Challenge for the creation of new or the development of early-stage products, technology and/or services to encourage the reduction or elimination of plastic usage across Sub-Saharan Africa. By the end of the … [Read more...] about One Young World Announces Afri-Plastics Challenge (Sub-Saharan Africa)
Call for Entries: 2022 Canadian Hillman Prize
Deadline: 15-Jan-22 The 2022 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 hopefully leads to corrective … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: 2022 Canadian Hillman Prize
Closing the Data Gap Challenge – Apply Now!
Deadline: 14-Nov-21 The Circulate Initiative and and The Alliance to End Plastic Waste (the Alliance) have jointly launched the 'Data Gap Challenge' to support decision makers and other stakeholders with better quality data that will help prevent plastic pollution and advance a more inclusive, … [Read more...] about Closing the Data Gap Challenge – Apply Now!
India: Women Startup Innovation Challenge
Deadline: 22-Nov-21 The Kerala Startup Missio (KSUM) has launched the Women Startup Innovation Challenge, a National level innovation grant programme for women entrepreneurs. The funding is intended to assist women-led startups who have a tested Minimum Viable Product and are ready to grow to … [Read more...] about India: Women Startup Innovation Challenge
Extreme Tech Challenge for Entrepreneurs addressing Global Challenges (Australia)
Deadline: 24-Nov-21 The Extreme Tech Challenge - World's largest Startup Competition is now live to support startups building technologies and innovations to solve the extreme problems. The XTC® Competition connects innovators with a network of investors, corporations, and mentors to help them … [Read more...] about Extreme Tech Challenge for Entrepreneurs addressing Global Challenges (Australia)
World’s Biggest Prize Fund for Young Leaders [Winning Solution will receive US$50,000 grant and Mentorship]
Powered by some of the world’s leading businesses, Lead2030 is a One Young World initiative for the SDGs. Lead2030 finds, funds, and accelerates SDG solutions created by young leaders and are working purposefully to achieve them. The latest LEAD 2030 Challenge in support of funding partner, … [Read more...] about World’s Biggest Prize Fund for Young Leaders [Winning Solution will receive US$50,000 grant and Mentorship]
IDRC’s Research Awards Application Process for 2022 is now Open
Deadline: 1-Feb-22 The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) is currently accepting nominations for the 2022-23 Research Awards. At IDRC, they strive to nurture emerging researchers in Canada who will apply their research in innovative ways to solve development challenges. Their … [Read more...] about IDRC’s Research Awards Application Process for 2022 is now Open
Call for Nominations: 2022 Arts Award – US
Deadline: 31-Dec-21 The ArtsWestchester has launched a call for nominations for the 2022 Arts Award to recognize individuals and organizations whose vision, commitment and leadership have enriched the cultural life of Westchester, its communities and its citizens. ArtsWestchester's mission to … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: 2022 Arts Award – US
Wallace House accepting applications for Livingston Award 2022 (US)
Deadline: 1-Feb-22 Wallace House accepting applications for Livingston Award with the objective to recognize outstanding journalists under the age of 35. To ensure this, the preponderance of the work in the entry submitted should be the efforts of journalists under the age of 35. Competition is … [Read more...] about Wallace House accepting applications for Livingston Award 2022 (US)
Up to $50,000 available under Investing for Life on Land Challenge
Deadline: 15-Dec-21 One Young World and Credit Suisse are seeking applications for the Investing for Life on Land Challenge to surface and support impactful enterprises that look to further narrow the gap in achieving SDG 15. Credit Suisse welcomes entrepreneurs with for-profit enterprises … [Read more...] about Up to $50,000 available under Investing for Life on Land Challenge
Nominations now Open! The David Prize for extraordinary Individuals
Deadline: 21-Dec-21 Nominations are now open for The David Prize to celebrate extraordinary individuals with ideas, projects, products, and passions that are making (or will make) New York City a better place. As long as you have a clear idea of how your work improves the city, and what you need … [Read more...] about Nominations now Open! The David Prize for extraordinary Individuals
Young Entrepreneurs Challenge for Young talent across Europe
Deadline: 21-Jan-22 If you’re 16-25 and have a fresh and innovative technology led idea for a business, or have started one already – then you can apply for the Young Entrepreneurs Challenge! The competition seeks the best young minds from across Europe, young people with vision, social awareness … [Read more...] about Young Entrepreneurs Challenge for Young talent across Europe
2022 World Justice Challenge to Build More Just Communities
Deadline: 10-Dec-21 The World Justice Project (WJP) is inviting entries for 2022 World Justice Challenge to Build More Just Communities that strengthen the foundational elements of the rule of law, support a just recovery from COVID-19, and tackle the root causes of societies’ persistent … [Read more...] about 2022 World Justice Challenge to Build More Just Communities
“Plant Trees, Not Plastics” Photo/Video Competition
Deadline: 30-Nov-21 The World Bank’s Eastern and Southern Africa Region is launching a climate change video/photo competition, "Plant Trees, Not Plastics." If you are between 18 and 35 years old and a resident of one of the eligible countries, they invite you to tell them a story in a 1-minute … [Read more...] about “Plant Trees, Not Plastics” Photo/Video Competition
Submit Applications for Climate Smart Cities Challenge
Deadline: 5-Jan-22 Applications are now open for the Climate Smart Cities Challenge to identify climate smart solutions to reduce the climate impact of Bogotá, Colombia; Bristol, United Kingdom; Curitiba, Brazil; and Makindye Ssabagabo, Uganda. The climate ambitions of these cities include … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Climate Smart Cities Challenge
WIN WIN Award 2022 – Nominations Open Now!
Deadline: 16-Jan-22 Nominations are now open for WIN WIN Gothenburg Sustainability Award 2022 to recognise and support outstanding contributions from around the world. The theme for 2022 is Sustainable Aquaculture. WIN WIN Gothenburg Sustainability Award is a non-profit organisation financed … [Read more...] about WIN WIN Award 2022 – Nominations Open Now!
3rd Edition of Startupper Challenge of the Year by TotalEnergies
Deadline: 23-Dec-21 Are you a pioneer with a project or a startup that can make a difference in your country? If yes, then applications for the Startupper of the year Challenger by TotalEnergies are now open! Participate, and become the Startupper of the Year! The Startupper of the year … [Read more...] about 3rd Edition of Startupper Challenge of the Year by TotalEnergies
Nominations Open for 2022 Community Business Awards
Deadline: 31-Jan-22 As part of their enduring mission to advance responsible and inclusive business practices in Asia, Community Business is excited to announce their new 2022 Community Business Awards! With multiple Award Categories to choose from and a broad regional focus, the new 2022 … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2022 Community Business Awards
2022 Keeling Curve Prize: Win $25,000 for your Climate Initiative
Deadline: 10-Feb-22 The 2022 Keeling Curve Prize is looking for projects with a proven track record of taking greenhouse gases out of the atmosphere. The cornerstone of Global Warming Mitigation Project (GWMP) is the Keeling Curve Prize, awarded annually to multiple private and public sector … [Read more...] about 2022 Keeling Curve Prize: Win $25,000 for your Climate Initiative
5th Edition of Women Transforming India Awards 2021
Deadline: 31-Dec-21 The NITI Aayog has announced a call for applications for the 5th Edition of Women Transforming India Awards 2021. The Women Transforming India Awards, instituted four years ago, is NITI Aayog’s endeavor to recognize and celebrate stories of exceptional women changemakers … [Read more...] about 5th Edition of Women Transforming India Awards 2021
Call for EOI: Innovation Challenge Scheme 2 in Moldova
Deadline: 17-Nov-21 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in collaboration with the E-Governance Agency (EGA) and in partnership with a range of development partners, through the Accelerating Digital Transformation Project in Moldova, hereby announces an Expression of Interest for … [Read more...] about Call for EOI: Innovation Challenge Scheme 2 in Moldova
YouthConnekt Sahel Forum: Sahel Innovate Challenge
Deadline: 21-Nov-21 Are you a young leader driving change in the Sahel region? Do you have an initiative that is making a difference in the Sahel? If yes, then apply for YouthConnekt Sahel Forum: Sahel Innovate Challenge! Sahel Innovate Challenge is a flagship initiative of the YouthConnekt … [Read more...] about YouthConnekt Sahel Forum: Sahel Innovate Challenge
UNDP announces Innovation Challenge PHASE 2 in Algeria
Deadline: 9-Nov-21 The United Nations Development Program (UNDP) in Algeria launches "An Innovation Challenge PHASE 2". Any offer submitted will be considered an offer by the Bidder and does not constitute or imply its acceptance by UNDP. UNDP is not required to award a contract to a bidder at … [Read more...] about UNDP announces Innovation Challenge PHASE 2 in Algeria
5th Edition of Quarry Life Award – Apply Now!
Deadline: 18-Nov-21 Nominations are now open for the Quarry Life Award to raise the awareness of the ecological value of extraction sites and to find new ways to further enhance it. The Quarry Life Award is a scientific and education competition, takes place every three years and runs … [Read more...] about 5th Edition of Quarry Life Award – Apply Now!
Nominations Open for the German School Award 2022
Deadline: 15-Feb-22 Nominations are now open for the German School Award 2022 to support schools nationwide in their school development and offer practice-oriented programs for all types of schools. “Make teaching better” is the motto of the German School Prize 2022. The current call for … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for the German School Award 2022
Together 2022 Challenge in India
Deadline: 7-Dec-21 The Government of India has announced Together 2022 Challenge. The Bootcamp (7-days, week of January 3rd, 2022) will feature over 100 pairs of inspired student entrepreneurs handpicked from over 17,000+Indian colleges and 700 + universities as they attempt to innovate across … [Read more...] about Together 2022 Challenge in India
Nominations now open for Fit for Life Awards 2022
Deadline: 15-Feb-22 Fit for Life Awards 2022 is now open for non-profit or social enterprises. Areas of Impact The mission and activities of the organization or initiative must directly address healthy aging for older (65+ years) or middle-aged people (45+ years). They welcome solutions … [Read more...] about Nominations now open for Fit for Life Awards 2022
Nominations Open for the National Awards for Local Government – Australia
Deadline: 19-Nov-21 Nominations are now open for the National Awards for Local Government to highlight innovative and resourceful solutions implemented by local governments, which make a difference to their local communities. The awards celebrate excellence in service delivery and showcase … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for the National Awards for Local Government – Australia
AARP Awards in the US
Deadline: 17-Jan-22 The AARP is pleased to announce AARP Awards that aims to celebrate the creativity, innovation, and inspiration that life experience brings. AARP is the nation’s largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering Americans 50 and older to choose how they … [Read more...] about AARP Awards in the US
Nominations Open for the Inclusive Energy Innovation Prize – US
Deadline: 25-Feb-22 Nominations are now open for the Inclusive Energy Innovation Prize to recognize that improvements are needed to make the clean energy innovation ecosystem more inclusive and accessible to disadvantaged communities and individuals from groups historically underrepresented in … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for the Inclusive Energy Innovation Prize – US
Culture Resource offering grants of up to €8,500 to Individual Projects in the Arab Region
Deadline: 19-Nov-21 Culture Resource is nominating applications for the Production Awards Program to support artists and writers from the Arab region, below the age of 35, by offering grants to enable them to produce their first creative projects. The program helps give young people the … [Read more...] about Culture Resource offering grants of up to €8,500 to Individual Projects in the Arab Region
Charity Governance Awards 2022 in the UK
Deadline: 26-Jan-22 The Charity Governance Awards 2022 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 seventh year, the Charity Governance Awards … [Read more...] about Charity Governance Awards 2022 in the UK
