Deadline: 07-Jan-21 Do you know of an incredible leader, social worker, case manager or foster parent in your community who is doing awesome work for the children in the foster care system? If so, nominate them for National Indian Child Welfare Association’s (NICWA) highest honor, the Champion … [Read more...] about NICWA- Highest Honour ‘The Champion for Native Children Award’
Awards, Prizes and Challenges
View the latest awards, prizes and challenges for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals around the world.
Prosus Social Impact Challenge for Accessibility – India
Deadline: 12-Oct-20 Prosus, in collaboration with Invest India, Startup India, and Social Alpha, is launching the Prosus Social Impact Challenge for Accessibility. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that more than one billion people around the world live with some form of … [Read more...] about Prosus Social Impact Challenge for Accessibility – India
UNDP in Iraq: Youth Innovation and Creativity Award
Deadline: 10-Sep-20 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is inviting eligible entities for its Youth Innovation and Creativity Award (Khotwa/ PACE), NINEWAH and Kirkuk Governorates, that aims to mobilise the ingenuity and dynamic potential of young Iraqi in Ninewah and Kirkuk … [Read more...] about UNDP in Iraq: Youth Innovation and Creativity Award
AfriTech XYZ Innovation Prize: Submit Applications Now
Deadline: 30-Sep-20 Applications are now open for the AfriTech XYZ Innovation Prize, the AfriTech XYZ making it easier for tech founders in Africa to make meaningful connections with mentors and tech leaders around the world. AfriTech XYZ works with African tech entrepreneurs and provides them … [Read more...] about AfriTech XYZ Innovation Prize: Submit Applications Now
Australia Council for the Arts: First Nations Emerging Career Development Award 2020
Deadline: 28-Sep-20 The First Nations Emerging Career Development Award is open to Australian First Nations artists between 18-30 years old, living in Australia or overseas to pursue their professional development. This unique opportunity is available to artists and arts workers in all … [Read more...] about Australia Council for the Arts: First Nations Emerging Career Development Award 2020
ALBA/Puffin Human Rights Award 2021 (United States): Apply Now
Deadline: 15-Sep-20 The Abraham Lincoln Brigade Archives and the Puffin Foundation are seeking applications for its ALBA/Puffin Human Rights Award 2021. This award is dedicated to the activist tradition of the U.S. volunteers who joined the International Brigades to fight in the Spanish Civil War … [Read more...] about ALBA/Puffin Human Rights Award 2021 (United States): Apply Now
UNESCO launches Wenhui Award 2020
Deadline: 27-Sep-20 UNESCO has launched the 2020 Wenhui Award with the theme of “Educational Innovation in Response to Pandemic and Other Emergencies”. The Wenhui Award was jointly created by the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Programme of Educational Innovation for Development (APEID) and the National … [Read more...] about UNESCO launches Wenhui Award 2020
Call for Entries – Zimbabwe Journalism Awards on the African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance
Deadline: 10-Sep-20 Action Aid, being part of a consortium of 14 civil society organizations working to advance the implementation of the African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance (ACDEG), is calling for entries from Zimbabwean journalists. The Awards is an initiative to recognize … [Read more...] about Call for Entries – Zimbabwe Journalism Awards on the African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance
SAIS 2 RE: innovation Challenge: Submit Applications Now
Deadline: 27-Sep-20 The Southern Africa Innovation Support Programme, SAIS 2 RE: innovation Challenge is now calling for proposals from projects to pilot and validate solutions to make Southern African startup ecosystems more resilient and better able to face an uncertain future. Startup … [Read more...] about SAIS 2 RE: innovation Challenge: Submit Applications Now
Apply Now for Global Sankalp Awards 2020
Deadline: 08-Sep-20 Applications are now open for 2020 Global Sankalp Awards 2020 to recognise the work of those entrepreneurs who have been building a new system, an enabling ecosystem, which provides the right resources and environment for entrepreneurs to thrive and design the new world, a new … [Read more...] about Apply Now for Global Sankalp Awards 2020
OIF launches the 6th Edition of the Young Journalist Prize in Haiti
Deadline: 30-Nov-20 The International Organization of La Francophonie (OIF) is organizing the 6th edition of the journalism competition entitled " Young journalist award in Haiti ”, in partnership with the Ministry of Culture and Communication, the Embassies of Canada, France, Switzerland in … [Read more...] about OIF launches the 6th Edition of the Young Journalist Prize in Haiti
2021 Ockenden International Prizes: Win GBP100,000 Prize Money
Deadline: 30-Nov-20 Entries are now open for the 2021 Ockenden International Prizes for successful self-reliance refugee projects on identifying solutions to the challenges faced by displaced people, raising awareness of their needs, and rewarding outstanding projects. For Ockenden … [Read more...] about 2021 Ockenden International Prizes: Win GBP100,000 Prize Money
Islamic Development Bank Prize for Achievement in Islamic Economics
Deadline: 30-Nov-20 The Islamic Research and Training Institute (IRTI) has announced the call for nominations for the newly reformed Islamic Development Bank Prize for Impactful Achievement in Islamic Economics for the year 1442H (2021G). First instituted in 1988 as the Islamic Development … [Read more...] about Islamic Development Bank Prize for Achievement in Islamic Economics
Movember launching Social Connections Challenge 2020
Deadline: 15-Oct-20 Movember sees an opportunity within Covid-19 to tackle men’s mental health by launching the Social Connections Challenge (the “Challenge”) in five participating countries: Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom through the direct investment of $3.54M … [Read more...] about Movember launching Social Connections Challenge 2020
Nominations Open for 2020 Newfoundland and Labrador Human Rights Award – Canada
Deadline: 31-Oct-20 Nominations are now open for the 2020 Newfoundland and Labrador Human Rights Award, recognizing an individual who has made and/or continues to make a meaningful contribution to advancing and furthering human rights in Newfoundland and Labrador. This year’s award will be … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2020 Newfoundland and Labrador Human Rights Award – Canada
INSHU launches the Connecting with Care Competition
Deadline: 17-Sep-20 INHSU is excited to launch the Connecting with Care Competition; a global award to identify innovative models of hepatitis C care in order to highlight emerging ways of working and to inspire others in the sector. Connecting with Care inspires and educates the global … [Read more...] about INSHU launches the Connecting with Care Competition
Australian Biosecurity Awards 2020: Submit Nominations Now
Deadline: 02-Oct-20 Nominations for round 2 of the 2020 Australian Biosecurity Awards are now open. Award Categories This round has 4 new award categories that are open for Australian Biosecurity Awards nominations: Environmental Biosecurity Award Community Award Education … [Read more...] about Australian Biosecurity Awards 2020: Submit Nominations Now
ARIJ Annual Investigative Awards: Submit Applications Now
Deadline: 20-Sep-20 Entries are now open for the ARIJ Annual Investigative Awards to recognizing outstanding work in the field of Investigative journalism in the Arab World. ARIJ Annual Awards are an opportunity for some of the best investigations from the MENA region to be rewarded and put on … [Read more...] about ARIJ Annual Investigative Awards: Submit Applications Now
COVID-19 Global South Health and Livelihoods Challenge
Deadline: 10-Sep-20 Let’s design scalable solutions to support low- and middle-income families in the urban Global South, so they can adapt and thrive during the COVID-19 pandemic. OpenIDEO is seeking innovative ideas for its COVID-19 Global South Health and Livelihoods Challenge that … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Global South Health and Livelihoods Challenge
Council of Europe’s North-South Prize
Deadline: 15-Sep-20 The North-South Prize of the Council of Europe is awarded every year preferably to two nominees, one from the North and the other from the South, keeping, when possible, the gender balance. The Prize is honorific commending the Prize winners’ achievements. The … [Read more...] about Council of Europe’s North-South Prize
Submit Applications for Global Sign Challenge
Deadline: 30-Oct-20 Applications are now open for the Global Sign Challenge, it is an inclusive competition to celebrate the amazing stories of how people around the world are using their national sign languages to support children’s learning in the early years. Goals to further the … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Global Sign Challenge
Apply Now for “Journalistic Investigations of 2020” Competition – Moldova
Deadline: 15-Oct-20 The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (Germany) and the Independent Press Association (API) of the Republic of Moldova, is seeking applications for the national competition "Journalistic Investigations of 2020". The purpose of the contest is to stimulate the merits … [Read more...] about Apply Now for “Journalistic Investigations of 2020” Competition – Moldova
Entries Open for Agropolis Louis Malassis International Scientific Prize for Agriculture and Food
Deadline: 11-Jan-21 Entries are now open for the Agropolis Louis Malassis International Scientific Prize for Agriculture and Food. The Prize, given once every two years, aims to recognize individuals, or a group of individuals, for their exemplary and promising contribution in promoting … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Agropolis Louis Malassis International Scientific Prize for Agriculture and Food
SHIFT Prize: Award for Transformative Agroecological Research for Development
Deadline: 11-Jan-21 Biovision Foundation in partnership with the Agropolis Foundation is seeking applications for SHIFT Prize: Award for transformative agroecological research for development. Agroecology is emerging as a viable alternative pathway to enhance the resilience and sustainability … [Read more...] about SHIFT Prize: Award for Transformative Agroecological Research for Development
ACT Foundation launches Changemakers Innovation Challenge 2020
Deadline: 04-Sep-20 Aspire Coronation Trust (ACT) Foundation is currently accepting applications for the Changemakers Innovation Challenge 2020. The Changemakers Innovation Challenge is conceived by ACT Foundation as a response to the impressive work of community nonprofits and social … [Read more...] about ACT Foundation launches Changemakers Innovation Challenge 2020
The SURF Awards for Best Practice in Community Regeneration 2020
Deadline: 07-Sep-20 The SURF Awards for Best Practice in Community Regeneration are organized and delivered by SURF in partnership with the Scottish Government. The SURF Awards are open to any project or initiative, taking place in Scotland, which is currently in place or which has been … [Read more...] about The SURF Awards for Best Practice in Community Regeneration 2020
Premio 2020 Cláudio Weber Abramo Data Journalism Award (Brazil)
Deadline: 1-Oct-20 Entries are now open for the Premio 2020 Cláudio Weber Abramo Data Journalism Award. The Cláudio Weber Abramo Data Journalism Award is an initiative aimed at encouraging excellence in the use of data by journalists to report, analyze and investigate issues that affect … [Read more...] about Premio 2020 Cláudio Weber Abramo Data Journalism Award (Brazil)
UNWTO launches Smart Solutions for Smart Destinations Challenge to promote entrepreneurship in tourism
Deadline: 15-Oct-20 The World Tourism Organization together with Athletic Club of Bilbao and the Provincial Council of Bizkaia have launched the Smart Solutions for Smart Destinations Challenge to drive innovation and promote entrepreneurship in tourism. This new challenge is designed for … [Read more...] about UNWTO launches Smart Solutions for Smart Destinations Challenge to promote entrepreneurship in tourism
Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize 2021: Submit Nominations Now
Deadline: 01-Oct-20 At $2.5 million, the Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize is the world’s largest annual humanitarian award presented to nonprofit organizations judged to have made extraordinary contributions toward alleviating human suffering. Every year, the Foundation receives hundreds of … [Read more...] about Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize 2021: Submit Nominations Now
Request for Applications: IDEAL Applied Research Award
Deadline: 23-Oct-20 The Implementer-Led Design, Evidence, Analysis and Learning (IDEAL) is excited to release this Request for Applications (RFA) for Applied Research Award (ARA) under IDEAL’s Small Grants Program to improve the design, implementation, and effectiveness of emergency and … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: IDEAL Applied Research Award
CHUNAUTI – NextGen Startup Challenge Contest – India
Deadline: 07-Sep-20 STPI Next Initiatives has launched a call for applications for the CHUNAUTI - NextGen Startup Challenge Contest to address solutions for the emerging sectors and application domains post COVID. NextGen Startup Challenge Contest (CHUNAUTI - Challenge Hunt Under NGIS for … [Read more...] about CHUNAUTI – NextGen Startup Challenge Contest – India
Prince Talal International Prize 2020 for Human Development
Deadline: 15-Dec-20 Prince Talal International Prize for Human Development carries a financial reward of US$ 1,000,000, awarded annually by the Arab Gulf Programme for Development (AGFUND) with the aim of inciting and encouraging innovation and creativity in human development. The idea of the … [Read more...] about Prince Talal International Prize 2020 for Human Development
IWA announces Call for Nominations for the Global Water Award
Deadline: 28-Sep-20 The International Water Association (IWA) has announced a call for nominations for the Global Water Award. The IWA Global Water Award recognizes those individuals who, through innovative leadership and practice, have made a significant contribution to a world in which water … [Read more...] about IWA announces Call for Nominations for the Global Water Award
Entries open for My Story – Girl Rising 2020 Storytelling Challenge
Deadline: 01-Sep-20 Entries are now open for the My Story - Girl Rising 2020 Storytelling Challenge (the “Contest”). Girl Rising is looking for diverse stories of how individuals, groups, and organizations are working to support racial justice, gender justice, access to education or simply … [Read more...] about Entries open for My Story – Girl Rising 2020 Storytelling Challenge
Arts Council’s Professional Development Award – Ireland
Deadline: 19-Nov-20 The Arts Council of Ireland is inviting proposals for the Professional Development Award to support practicing artists and arts practitioners to upskill through access to a professional development or training opportunity. The Arts Council of Ireland is the Irish … [Read more...] about Arts Council’s Professional Development Award – Ireland
UNDP Uzbekistan announces Contest among Journalists and Bloggers
Deadline: 01-Oct-20 The United Nations Development Program and the Ministry of Construction of the Republic of Uzbekistan invites journalists to challenge themselves by taking part in a contest for the best editorial material dedicated to the topic: "Green construction is the key to achieve … [Read more...] about UNDP Uzbekistan announces Contest among Journalists and Bloggers
Nominations Open for IWA Professional Development Award
Deadline: 28-Sep-20 The International Water Association (IWA) is seeking nominations for the Professional Development Award. The 2021 edition will be awarded at the IWA Wold Water Congress and Exhibtion from the 9-14 May 2021, in Copenhagen, Denmark. The Professional Development Award … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for IWA Professional Development Award
Global Citizen Prize: Cisco Youth Leadership Award 2020
Deadline: 20-Sep-20 Nominations are now open for the Global Citizen Prize: Cisco Youth Leadership Award 2020. The Global Citizen Prize: Cisco Youth Leadership Award was established by Cisco and Global Citizen to recognize and lift up a young person positively impacting the world, demonstrate … [Read more...] about Global Citizen Prize: Cisco Youth Leadership Award 2020
Submit Nominations for IWA Women in Water Award
Deadline: 15-Oct-20 The International Water Association (IWA) is seeking nominations for the Women in Water Award. Water underpins every aspect of human and environmental existence. The severe water challenges facing the world today require an unprecedented global response. The International … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for IWA Women in Water Award
Wellcome Trust seeking Proposals for Investigator Awards in Science
Deadline: 10-Nov-20 The Wellcome Trust is seeking proposals for its Investigator Awards in Science to enable independent researchers with a compelling research vision to tackle the most important questions in science. Funding and Duration Information Investigator Awards provide flexible … [Read more...] about Wellcome Trust seeking Proposals for Investigator Awards in Science
Civil Society Technology Challenge (Turkey): Submit Applications now
Deadline: 30-Sep-20 UNDP and Koç Holding have joined forces to accelerate the digital transformation of CSOs to increase their impact and outreach. In line with this objective, the primary goal of the Civil Society Technology Challenge is to mobilize tools, expertise and networks to accelerate … [Read more...] about Civil Society Technology Challenge (Turkey): Submit Applications now
Call for Nominations for Joyce Awards-United States
Deadline: 14-Sep-20 The Joyce Foundation has launched a call for nominations for the Joyce Awards to support artists of color in major Great Lakes cities. Since its inception, the competition has awarded nearly $3.7 million to commission 69 new works and collaborations between artists and … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations for Joyce Awards-United States
May 18 Memorial Foundation announces Gwangju Prize for Human Rights
Deadline: 30-Sep-20 The May 18 Memorial Foundation is pleased to announce the call for 2021 nominations for the following prizes: The Gwangju Prize for Human Rights (GPHR): It carries a cash award of $ 50,000 USD. The Special Prize of the GPHR (SPGPHR): It carries a cash award of $ 10,000 … [Read more...] about May 18 Memorial Foundation announces Gwangju Prize for Human Rights
Japan Foundation Prizes for Global Citizenship 2020
Deadline: 24-Aug-20 The Japan Foundation Prizes for Global Citizenship is intended to support organizations based in Japan that endeavor to strengthen networks among citizens both inside and outside Japan, and share the knowledge, idea and expertise through Intercultural Exchange. The Japan … [Read more...] about Japan Foundation Prizes for Global Citizenship 2020
Call for Nominations for Visual Arts Project Award – Ireland
Deadline: 10-Sep-20 The Arts Council has launched the call for nominations for the Visual Arts Project Award. There are two strands to the award: Strand 1: Development The purpose of the development strand is to support artists, curators or producers to develop and research new, … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations for Visual Arts Project Award – Ireland
Entries Open for William Sutton Prize for Social Innovation 2020 – United Kingdom
Deadline: 30-Sep-20 Clarion Housing Group is seeking entries for the William Sutton Prize for Social Innovation. This prize will be awarded to an individual or organisation that has developed a ground breaking new product, concept or service that will make a positive social impact on … [Read more...] about Entries Open for William Sutton Prize for Social Innovation 2020 – United Kingdom
Young People, Children and Education Project Award – Republic of Ireland
Deadline: 10-Sep-20 The Arts Council has launched a call for applications for the Young People, Children and Education Project Award. Objectives The purpose of the YPCE Project Award is to support artists to develop and deliver ambitious and original projects with and for children and young … [Read more...] about Young People, Children and Education Project Award – Republic of Ireland
Applications open for AFRICA 35.35 to Recognize the Merit of 35 Youth
Deadline: 31-Aug-20 Applications are now open for the AFRICA 35.35 to recognize the merit of 35 youth under 35 years old among the most remarkable in Africa and from the Afro Diaspora. Since 2016, this initiative has awarded 146 exceptional young people from 32 countries, and they represent … [Read more...] about Applications open for AFRICA 35.35 to Recognize the Merit of 35 Youth
Arts Participation Project Award 2020/2021- Ireland
Deadline: 10-Sep-20 Applications are now open for Arts Participation Project Award 2020/2021 that support initiatives in the field of Arts Participation (participatory, collaborative, community and socially-engaged arts practices). The purpose of the award is to support proposals from … [Read more...] about Arts Participation Project Award 2020/2021- Ireland
Fred Morgan Kirby Prize for Scaling Social Impact
Deadline: 30-Sep-20 Are you an impact-driven enterprise? If yes, then the Fred Morgan Kirby Prize for Scaling Social Impact (F. M. Kirby Impact Prize) is for you! It is an annual global prize of $100,000 USD in unrestricted funds that amplifies and accelerates the work of enterprises working … [Read more...] about Fred Morgan Kirby Prize for Scaling Social Impact
