Deadline: 25-Aug-20 The iKapture Networks is seeking nominations for the 25 Under 25 Award to celebrate young African leaders who are championing change in their communities through the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Nominations are now open to changemakers, entrepreneurs, volunteers, and … [Read more...] about Nominations for 25 Under 25 Award to Celebrate Young African Leaders
Awards, Prizes and Challenges
View the latest awards, prizes and challenges for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals around the world.
India-Sweden Healthcare Innovation Challenge
Deadline: 27-Sep-20 India-Sweden Healthcare Innovation Centre is inviting applications for the innovation challenge to transform ideas into path-breaking solutions to improve healthcare in India. The India-Sweden Innovation Centre acts as a growth catalyst for startups through cross country … [Read more...] about India-Sweden Healthcare Innovation Challenge
Entries Open for 2021 Commonwealth Youth Awards
Deadline: 21-Oct-20 Exceptional young people can now submit entries for the 2021 Commonwealth Youth Awards to win prestigious titles and cash grants. The awards recognise and reward young people whose work has made a major impact on people and communities in their country. Winners … [Read more...] about Entries Open for 2021 Commonwealth Youth Awards
2020 African Climate Change and Environment Reporting (ACCER) Awards
Deadline: 30-Sep-20 The Pan-African Climate Justice Alliance is accepting entries for the African Climate Change and Environment Reporting (ACCER) Awards 2020. The ACCER Awards is a biennial initiative that recognises excellence in climate change and environmental journalism in Africa. The … [Read more...] about 2020 African Climate Change and Environment Reporting (ACCER) Awards
La Nación Foundation Award for Education – Argentina
Deadline: 02-Oct-20 The "LA NACION FUNDACION A LA EDUCACION AWARD" contest, organized by Fundación La Nación with the support of Banco Galicia and OSDE and the collaboration of Cimientos, VIACOM - CBS, Proyecto Educar 2050, Fundación Varkey and the Universidad de San Andrés, is intended to … [Read more...] about La Nación Foundation Award for Education – Argentina
Submit Applications for Astellas Rx+® Healthcare Innovation Challenge
Deadline: 18-Oct-20 Do you have a solution beyond pharmaceuticals, to improve the quality of life of sensory-disabled individuals and people with restricted access to medical care? if yes, then Astellas Rx+® Healthcare Innovation Challenge is for you! Astellas is committed to creating a world … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Astellas Rx+® Healthcare Innovation Challenge
2021 Science and Innovation Awards – Australia
Deadline: 02-Oct-20 Grant applications are now open for the 2021 Science and Innovation Awards for Young People in Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. The objectives of the program are: to assist primary producers to develop more competitive, technologically adaptive and self-reliant … [Read more...] about 2021 Science and Innovation Awards – Australia
Submit Nominations for Canada’s Volunteer Awards
Deadline: 30 September 2020 Nominations are now open for the Canada’s Volunteer Awards (CVA) to recognizes the significant contributions of individual volunteers, non-profit organizations and businesses across the country in helping communities. CVA consist of 1 national award and 20 regional … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for Canada’s Volunteer Awards
Seoul Innovation QuickFire Challenge: Healthcare for the New Normal
Deadline: 31-Aug-20 Johnson & Johnson Innovation - JLABS (“JLABS”), in collaboration with Seoul Metropolitan Government (“SMG”), Korea Health Industry Development Institute (“KHIDI”), Janssen Korea Ltd., is launching the Seoul Innovation QuickFire Challenge for Healthcare in the New … [Read more...] about Seoul Innovation QuickFire Challenge: Healthcare for the New Normal
Call for Nominations – 2020 Humanitarian Award
Deadline: 30-Aug-20 The IdealMe Enrichment Foundation has launched a call for nominations for the 2020 Humanitarian Award. This is the second year that the IdealMe Enrichment Foundation is offering an Award to a youth who is leading efforts in creating a positive change in local communities … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations – 2020 Humanitarian Award
Subhash Chandra Bose Aapda Prabandhan Puraskar to recognize the excellent work done in the field of Disaster Management
Deadline: 31-Aug-20 The government of India to recognize the excellent work done by individuals and institutions in India in the field of Disaster Management has instituted an annual award known as Subhash Chandra Bose Aapda Prabandhan Puraskaar. Disasters affect lives, livelihoods, and … [Read more...] about Subhash Chandra Bose Aapda Prabandhan Puraskar to recognize the excellent work done in the field of Disaster Management
2020 Reimagine Education Conference & Awards: Submit Applications Now
Deadline: 13-Sep-20 Applications are now open for the Reimagine Education Conference & Awards, Your chance to shape the future of education. The Reimagine Education Awards are designed for educators, educational technology companies, and other educational organizations who are specifically … [Read more...] about 2020 Reimagine Education Conference & Awards: Submit Applications Now
AGS Enterprise Challenge for Female Entrepreneurs – Nigeria
Deadline: Ongoing AGSTribe has launched the AGS Enterprise Challenge for Female Entrepreneurs to showcase, empower and fund female-led businesses across Nigeria. AGSTribe has been able to showcase countless female entrepreneurs through the online pitch competition and have successfully given … [Read more...] about AGS Enterprise Challenge for Female Entrepreneurs – Nigeria
Applications open for The Tony Whitten Conservation Award 2020
Deadline: 01-Nov-20 Tony Whitten (1953-2017) was an inspirational conservationist who championed biodiversity across Asia and beyond. As a tribute to him, the Cambridge Conservation Initiative (CCI) were delighted to invite applications for this award for early career conservationists and … [Read more...] about Applications open for The Tony Whitten Conservation Award 2020
Applications Open for Journalism 360 Challenge
Deadline: 20-Aug-20 The Journalism 360 Challenge is an open call for ideas using immersive storytelling to discover new ways to engage audiences and advance the field of journalism. The challenge is open to journalists, technologists, entrepreneurs, gamers, software developers and academics, … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Journalism 360 Challenge
Nominations Open for SAHRDN 2020 Human Rights Award
Deadline: 31-Aug-20 The Southern Africa Human Rights Defenders Network (SAHRDN) is seeking nominations for Human Rights Defenders (HRDs) – an individual or organization working in any of the 16 Southern Africa region – who have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to human rights … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for SAHRDN 2020 Human Rights Award
IHC Art Awards 2020 (New Zealand): Opportunity for Artists with Intellectual Disability
Deadline: 11-Sep-20 Entries are now open for the IHC Art Awards 2020. The IHC Art Awards provides artists with an intellectual disability the opportunity to have their talent recognized, their voices heard, and to sell their work. It highlights the talent and achievements of people with … [Read more...] about IHC Art Awards 2020 (New Zealand): Opportunity for Artists with Intellectual Disability
Applications Open for AgriFI Kenya Challenge Fund 2020
Deadline: 27-Aug-20 The AgriFI Kenya Challenge Fund is a European Union initiative to support productive and market-integrated smallholder agriculture through the provision of financial support worth EUR 18,000,000 to agri-enterprises. The aim is to contribute to improvements in the capacity of … [Read more...] about Applications Open for AgriFI Kenya Challenge Fund 2020
Nominations Open for 2020 Live Your Dream Awards
Deadline: 15-Nov-20 Soroptimist is currently seeking nominations for the 2020 Live Your Dream Awards. The Live Your Dream Awards are all about helping women who have faced obstacles on the path to living their dreams. Since 1972, the award has provided tens of thousands of women with cash … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2020 Live Your Dream Awards
UNFPA announces International Youth Day 2020 Competition (Jordan)
Deadline: 8-Aug-20 UNFPA and the Royal Health Awareness Society (RHAS) in collaboration with Y-PEER Network are launching a call for articles from young people on: “How do you envision the engagement of young people in Jordan to advance reproductive health and healthy lifestyles to become a … [Read more...] about UNFPA announces International Youth Day 2020 Competition (Jordan)
Entries Open for Debra E. Bernhardt Labor Journalism Prize
Deadline: 30-Aug-20 Entries are now open for the Debra E. Bernhardt Labor Journalism Prize. Articles focused on historical events and articles about current issues (work, housing, organizing, health, education) that include historical context are both welcome. The foundation is guided by … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Debra E. Bernhardt Labor Journalism Prize
Call for Nominations for 2020 World Smart City Awards
Deadline: 15-Sep-20 Smart City Expo World Congress has launched a call for nominations for the 2020 World Smart City Awards. It aims to be the place to collectivize urban power, to increase the strength of cities, to identify business opportunities, to establish partnerships, and contribute to … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations for 2020 World Smart City Awards
Oxfam Nigeria and NGYouthSDGs to launch International Youth Day Innovation Challenge 2020
Deadline: 9-Aug-20 Oxfam Nigeria and NGYouthSDGs launch 'International Youth Day Innovation Challenge 2020' with a focus on “Youth Engagement for Global Action” and explores medium engage youth from the local level to the global level. There is no doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic has proven to … [Read more...] about Oxfam Nigeria and NGYouthSDGs to launch International Youth Day Innovation Challenge 2020
Nominations Open for California Endowment (TCE) Youth Awards 2020 – United States
Deadline: 9-Aug-20 Nominations are now open for the California Endowment (TCE) Youth Awards 2020 which was created to celebrate the long-standing efforts and achievements of youth, youth groups, and youth-empowering organizations throughout California who have inspired their peers and communities … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for California Endowment (TCE) Youth Awards 2020 – United States
2020 Global Edtech Startup Awards: Accelerate your Growth with International Recognition
Deadline: 30-Aug-20 Entries are now open for the 2020 Global Edtech Startup Awards to accelerate your growth with international recognition. Global EdTech Startups Awards (GESAwards) is an initiative led by a group of leading education innovation organizations from across the world. Over 3,500 … [Read more...] about 2020 Global Edtech Startup Awards: Accelerate your Growth with International Recognition
United States: Mobilizing and Empowering Nation and Technology to Address (MENTAL) Health Innovation Challenge
Deadline: 8-Sep-20 The Administration for Community Living (ACL) along with the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health (OASH) are pleased to announce the Mobilizing and Empowering the Nation and Technology to Address Loneliness & social isolation (MENTAL) Health Innovation Challenge to … [Read more...] about United States: Mobilizing and Empowering Nation and Technology to Address (MENTAL) Health Innovation Challenge
Call for Nominations: 2021 Wangari Maathai Forest Champions Award
Deadline: 15-Sep-20 The Collaborative Partnership on Forests (CPF) has launched a call for nominations for the 2021 Wangari Maathai Forest Champions Award. The Collaborative Partnership on Forests (CPF) is awarding one extraordinary individual for improving our forests and the lives of people who … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: 2021 Wangari Maathai Forest Champions Award
CLP announces Future Conservationist Award 2021 (up to US$15,000)
Deadline: 23-Oct-20 The Conservation Leadership Programme (CLP) offers Future Conservationist Awards of up to US$15,000 each to develop the leadership capacity of early-career conservationists who want to make a positive difference on the ground. It is a training and capacity building program … [Read more...] about CLP announces Future Conservationist Award 2021 (up to US$15,000)
Equality Can’t Wait Challenge: $30 million to Help expand Women’s Power
Deadline: 01-Sep-20 Pivotal Ventures, Melinda Gates’ investment, and incubation company, with additional support from MacKenzie Bezos, is launching the Equality Can't-Wait Challenge, which will award $30 million to help expand women’s power and influence in the United States by 2030. Recent … [Read more...] about Equality Can’t Wait Challenge: $30 million to Help expand Women’s Power
The Youth Impact Challenge 2020 (Canada): Apply Now
Deadline: 6-Aug-20 The 2020 Youth Impact Challenge empowers young people with the tools to build a better future for themselves and their communities. The Youth Impact Challenge is a competition for young people with big ideas about how to tackle real environmental and social issues. … [Read more...] about The Youth Impact Challenge 2020 (Canada): Apply Now
Nominations Open for Covid-19 Community Response Awards (United Kingdom)
Deadline: 17-Aug-20 Nominations are now open for the Covid-19 Community Response Award scheme to recognise the outstanding community activities that members, volunteers and supporters have delivered in the name of the Royal British Legion and Poppy Scotland in response to the pandemic, achieving … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Covid-19 Community Response Awards (United Kingdom)
Applications Open for ASEAN Energy Youth Award 2020
Deadline: 31-Aug-20 The ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE) is pleased to announce the 1st ASEAN Energy Youth Award in recognition of young educators’ valuable contribution to nation-building, sustainable development, and energy transition. This award is organised by ACE and supported by the … [Read more...] about Applications Open for ASEAN Energy Youth Award 2020
Here’s the Call for Nominations for 2020 HESTA Excellence Awards
Deadline- 2-Aug-20 Nominations are now open for the HESTA Excellence Awards to recognize exceptional achievements in a range of settings across aged care, allied health, community services, and disability services. This award recognizes an organization that has excelled in delivering initiatives … [Read more...] about Here’s the Call for Nominations for 2020 HESTA Excellence Awards
UKRI inviting Proposals for Future Clean Air Challenges: Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation Consortia
Deadline: 03-Sep-20 The UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is inviting proposals for interdisciplinary research and innovation consortia under the second wave of the Strategic Priorities Fund (SPF) Clean Air Programme. The aim of the second wave of SPF Clean Air Programme funding is to equip … [Read more...] about UKRI inviting Proposals for Future Clean Air Challenges: Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation Consortia
Africa Energy Generation Prize 2020: Inviting Innovative Projects in the areas of Energy, Health, or Agribusiness
Deadline: 15-Aug-20 Nominations are now open for the Africa Energy Generation Prize with an aim to reward young African talents who have an innovative project or idea in the energy, health, or agribusiness sectors. The proposed projects must promote, in these sectors, access to essential … [Read more...] about Africa Energy Generation Prize 2020: Inviting Innovative Projects in the areas of Energy, Health, or Agribusiness
UNDP Innovation Challenge for Zambian Youth: Receive Up to USD4,000 for great Idea
Deadline: 14-Aug-20 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is looking to support groundbreaking businesses that will change the management and recycling of the waste in the cities of Lusaka and Ndola. The challenge is open to Zambian youths between the age of 18 – 35, with 50% … [Read more...] about UNDP Innovation Challenge for Zambian Youth: Receive Up to USD4,000 for great Idea
Startup India announces Enel Green Power Ennovation Challenge
Deadline: 28-Aug-20 Startup India has announced a call for proposals for Enel Green Power Ennovation Challenge to develop and manage power generated from renewable resources worldwide. The company is present in 27 countries across 5 continents and has over 1200 plants. It has around 46 GW of … [Read more...] about Startup India announces Enel Green Power Ennovation Challenge
Call for Applications: European Drug Prevention Prize 2021
Deadline: 30-Nov-20 The Pompidou Group calls for youth projects to submit applications for the 2021 edition of the European Drug Prevention Prize to highlight outstanding drug prevention projects that have proved successful in involving young people in their design, implementation, and … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: European Drug Prevention Prize 2021
Applications Open for 2020 VIA Arts Prize – United Kingdom
Deadline: 27-Sep-20 The VIA Arts Prize is the UK’s only Ibero-American-themed arts prize, inviting UK-based artists to submit original works inspired by Latin American, Spanish and Portuguese arts and culture. VIA is hosted annually at the Embassy of Brazil in London, in partnership with … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2020 VIA Arts Prize – United Kingdom
Call for Applications for 2020 CIVITAS Awards
Deadline: 02-Sep-20 The call for applications has been launched for the CIVITAS Awards 2020 for some of Europe's most prestigious prizes for sustainable urban mobility. It is a unique opportunity for cities to demonstrate their achievements and pioneering sustainable urban mobility … [Read more...] about Call for Applications for 2020 CIVITAS Awards
IFAD launches Call for Nominations for Indigenous Peoples Awards 2020
Deadline: 20-Aug-2020 IFAD has launched the first call for nominations for the Indigenous Peoples Awards to recognize the efforts and the achievements of development projects that successfully engage with indigenous peoples or ethnic minorities living in rural areas. The Awards will be … [Read more...] about IFAD launches Call for Nominations for Indigenous Peoples Awards 2020
Apply Now for Ending Plastic Pollution Innovation Challenge
Deadline: 20-Aug-20 Spearheaded by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) with support from the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (Norad), the Ending Plastic Pollution Innovation Challenge (EPPIC) is a brand-new ASEAN-wide … [Read more...] about Apply Now for Ending Plastic Pollution Innovation Challenge
KIWW Applications Open for World Water Challenge 2020
Deadline: 30-Aug-20 The World Water Challenge is an international contest for water solutions. It was created as a special program of the Science and Technology Process in the 7th World Water Forum to identify imminent water problems that the world is facing and to find feasible solutions based … [Read more...] about KIWW Applications Open for World Water Challenge 2020
Call for Nominations for 2022 Sydney Peace Prize
Deadline: 30-Jun-21 The Sydney Peace Foundation is currently seeking nominations for its Sydney Peace Prize 2022, Australia’s only international prize for peace to recognise leading global peacemakers, ensure their voices are heard, and support their vital work for a fairer world. The prize … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations for 2022 Sydney Peace Prize
Foundation for Indian Contemporary Art inviting Applications for 2020 Emerging Artist Award
Deadline: 31-Aug-20 The Foundation for Indian Contemporary Art, in collaboration with Pro Helvetia, the Swiss Arts Council, invites applications for Emerging Artist Award 2020. The Emerging Artist Award seeks to promote young artists studying or practicing in India who demonstrate extraordinary … [Read more...] about Foundation for Indian Contemporary Art inviting Applications for 2020 Emerging Artist Award
OCDC seeking Nominations for International Cooperative Innovation Award
Deadline: 01-Aug-20 The U.S. Overseas Cooperative Development Council (OCDC) is seeking nominations for the International Cooperative Innovation Award to identify, recognize, and celebrate those international cooperative development innovators who continue to advance co-ops as a grassroots, … [Read more...] about OCDC seeking Nominations for International Cooperative Innovation Award
South Asia Journalists Association (SAJA) 2020 Journalism Awards
Deadline: 15-Aug-20 South Asia Journalists Association (SAJA) is accepting nominations from journalists and news organizations for excellence in reporting on South Asia or the worldwide South Asian diaspora. This year, they are introducing two new award categories that recognize the two … [Read more...] about South Asia Journalists Association (SAJA) 2020 Journalism Awards
Call for Applications for EU Award for Investigative Journalism in Albania 2020
Deadline: 16-Aug-20 Applicants are invited to apply for the EU Investigative Journalism Awards in Albania 2020. The EU Investigative Journalism Award aims to elevate and promote the extraordinary achievements of investigative journalists and to improve the visibility of quality investigative … [Read more...] about Call for Applications for EU Award for Investigative Journalism in Albania 2020
Call for EOIs for KIX Europe, Asia and Pacific Regions: Generating & Mobilizing Innovative Knowledge for Regional Education Challenges
Deadline: 2-Sep-20 The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) and the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) are inviting expressions of interest (EoIs) from individual organizations or consortia of multiple organizations, for projects to generate and mobilize knowledge so national … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs for KIX Europe, Asia and Pacific Regions: Generating & Mobilizing Innovative Knowledge for Regional Education Challenges
Submit Nominations for 2020 ADAMI Media Prize for Cultural Diversity
Deadline: 31-Jul-20 Nominations are now open for 2020 ADAMI Media Prize for Cultural Diversity in Eastern Europe. This year ADAMI will hold an additional competition for the best news piece or short video on cultural diversity during the COVID-19 global pandemic. COVID-19 has dominated media … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for 2020 ADAMI Media Prize for Cultural Diversity
