Deadline: 31-Jul-2020 Nominations are now open for the Biggest Tech Award, the awards are celebrate in conjunction with the annual ICT Awards conference held in the capital city of Nepal each year. With the participation from diverse sector, the ICT Award reflects the diversity of national … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: The Biggest Tech Award of Nepal
Awards, Prizes and Challenges
View the latest awards, prizes and challenges for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals around the world.
Apply for IDRC Research Awards 2021
Deadline: 16-Sep-2020 The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) is seeking applications for its Research Awards 2021. This call is open to Canadians, permanent residents of Canada, and citizens of developing countries enrolled in a master’s or a doctoral degree at a recognized … [Read more...] about Apply for IDRC Research Awards 2021
Submit Applications for Ocean Startup Challenge
Deadline: 14-Aug-20 Applications are now open for the Ocean Startup Challenge which is designed to support innovators who are developing technologies that can be applied to large ocean problems. The Ocean Startup Challenge is a competition seeking innovative solutions to ocean industry problems. … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Ocean Startup Challenge
Human Rights Prize of the French Republic 2020
Deadline: 18-Oct-20 Applications are now open for the Human Rights Prize of the French Republic "Liberté-Égalité-Fraternité" for 2020, presented by the Prime Minister of the French Government. This Prize, created in 1988, is intended to reward and allow to carry out, in France or abroad, … [Read more...] about Human Rights Prize of the French Republic 2020
Nominations Open for 2020 Asian Media Awards – United Kingdom
Deadline: 21-Aug-20 Nominations are now open for the 2020 Asian Media Awards. Award Categories Journalism Journalist of the Year Journalist of the Year is an individual who has made a lasting impression with a series of reports on TV, radio, print and online. He or she is also … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2020 Asian Media Awards – United Kingdom
Submit Applications for Singapore Mobility Challenge
Deadline: 11-Aug-20 Jointly organised by the Land Transport Authority of Singapore (LTA), SBS Transit, SMRT and co-organised by Enterprise Singapore, the Singapore Mobility Challenge aims to address the Land Transport Master Plan 2040 goals. It is an open innovation initiative for technological … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Singapore Mobility Challenge
Call for Ideas: Renewable Energy for Sustainable Future – Armenia
Deadline: 15-Jul-20 UNDP Armenia’s ImpactAIM Climate Change Tech Accelerator (CCTA) provides the right resources, mentorship & support for startups ready to accelerate their success. By leveraging the unique global network and expertise of UNDP CCTA aims to scale up the impact of ventures to … [Read more...] about Call for Ideas: Renewable Energy for Sustainable Future – Armenia
Nominations Open for 2021 Indspire Awards – Canada
Deadline: 19-Jul-20 Nominations are now open for the 2021 Indspire Awards. The Indspire Awards represents the highest honour the Indigenous community bestows upon its own people. After 27 years, the Indspire Awards have honoured 373 First Nations, Inuit, and Métis individuals who demonstrate … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2021 Indspire Awards – Canada
Apply Now for HealthTech Supernode Challenge 2020 – New Zealand
Deadline: 16-Aug-20 Applications are now open for the HealthTech Supernode Challenge 2020. The HealthTech Supernode Challenge is your chance to work alongside some of the brightest minds in Aotearoa’s healthcare sector and get the support you need to make your dream a … [Read more...] about Apply Now for HealthTech Supernode Challenge 2020 – New Zealand
Submit Applications for Arts Participation Bursary Award (Ireland)
Deadline: 30-Jul-20 The Arts Council is inviting applications for the Arts Participation Bursary Award to support professional artists to develop their art practice. It provides artists with the time and resources to think, research, reflect and critically engage with their art. Objectives … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Arts Participation Bursary Award (Ireland)
Arts Council announces Visual Arts Bursary Award – Ireland
Deadline: 30-Jul-20 The Arts Council has announced the Visual Arts Bursary Award to support professional artists at any stage of their career to develop their art practice. It provides artists with the time and resources to think, research, reflect and critically engage with their … [Read more...] about Arts Council announces Visual Arts Bursary Award – Ireland
Arts Council’s Young People, Children, and Education Bursary Award (Ireland)
Deadline: 30-Jul-20 The Arts Council is inviting applications for the Young People, Children, and Education Bursary Award to support individual professional artists working with, and producing work for, children and young people across a range of artforms. The purpose of the award is to support … [Read more...] about Arts Council’s Young People, Children, and Education Bursary Award (Ireland)
Ignite/Pakistan: AgriSurge Innovation Challenge
Deadline: 14-Jul-2020 Are you passionate about agriculture technology? Do you have ideas that will enhance the agriculture of Pakistan? If yes, then apply now to enter the AgriSurge Innovation Challenge. Themes Applicant must develop a prototype of the solution over the challenge time … [Read more...] about Ignite/Pakistan: AgriSurge Innovation Challenge
IDB Lab launches Innovation Challenge to Revitalize Tourism Sector in 15 Countries
Deadline: 31-Jul-20 The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), through its innovation laboratory IDB Lab and in collaboration with the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO ), is seeking to identify business models to transform and revitalize the tourism sector. To this end, it has … [Read more...] about IDB Lab launches Innovation Challenge to Revitalize Tourism Sector in 15 Countries
2020 GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security: Apply Now!
Deadline: 24-Sep-2020 Do you have an innovative idea that could revolutionize the field of Global Security? If yes, then apply now for this 2020 GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security. The prize is designed to reach across all relevant disciplines and fields. It is intended to encourage … [Read more...] about 2020 GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security: Apply Now!
Nominations Open for 2021 Future For Nature (FFN) Awards
Deadline: 15-Sep-20 Are you a young (35 years or younger), talented, and energetic nature conservationist committed to protecting species of wild animals and plants? Do you combine passion with action to create concrete results in nature conservation? If yes, then don’t hesitate to apply for the … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2021 Future For Nature (FFN) Awards
Applications Open for iF SOCIAL IMPACT PRIZE
Deadline: 19-Nov-20 The iF WORLD DESIGN GUIDE is seeking applications for the iF SOCIAL IMPACT PRIZE with an aim to publish and support projects that contribute to our society. You are welcome to submit all projects that contribute to solving the most urgent challenges of the time and help to … [Read more...] about Applications Open for iF SOCIAL IMPACT PRIZE
Call for Applications: 2020 OFAB Nigeria Media Award
Deadline: 31-Aug-20 The Open Forum on Agricultural Biotechnology (OFAB) Nigeria Chapter has launched the call, inviting application for the fourth edition of its media award. This award aims at recognizing exemplary journalism that stimulates best practices in the adoption of agricultural … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: 2020 OFAB Nigeria Media Award
Nominations Open for Australian Mental Health Prize 2020
Deadline: 30-Aug-2020 Nominations are now open for the Australian Mental Health Prize 2020 to recognize Australians who have made outstanding contributions to either the promotion of mental health, or the prevention and treatment of mental illness. The importance of mental health in … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Australian Mental Health Prize 2020
Submit Proposals for Re-skill, Santander X Tomorrow Challenge
Deadline: 03-Jul-2020 Proposals are invited for Re-skill, Santander X Tomorrow Challenge. In Santander X, the purpose of the Tomorrow Challenge is to strengthen entrepreneurial businesses (the "Startups") in some of the countries where Santander Group operates, pursuant to the provisions, … [Read more...] about Submit Proposals for Re-skill, Santander X Tomorrow Challenge
GSVlabs and Gulftainer launch The Future of Ports Challenge
Deadline: 15-Aug-2020 Are you thinking about technologies and applications 3-5 years ahead of the industry? If yes, then apply now for this Future of Ports Challenge. Gulftainer is challenging entrepreneurs and startups to set their mark in the port ecosystem, to grow, and to position their … [Read more...] about GSVlabs and Gulftainer launch The Future of Ports Challenge
Apply Now for 2020 TD Ready Challenge
Deadline: 13-Aug-20 Applications are now open for the 2020 TD Ready Challenge. The 2020 TD Ready Challenge seeks to provide financial support to organizations that have designed innovative, scalable and/or replicable solutions to help address the pandemic-caused issues faced by communities … [Read more...] about Apply Now for 2020 TD Ready Challenge
Submit Nominations for 2020-2021 Young Innovators Awards (United Kingdom)
Deadline: 02-Sep-20 Innovate UK is working in partnership with The Prince’s Trust to find young people from across the UK with great business ideas. The Young Innovators Awards will support up to 100 more young people by 2023 through annual competitions. So far, 24 young people have received … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for 2020-2021 Young Innovators Awards (United Kingdom)
UNESCO/Emir Jaber Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah Prize for Digital Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities
Deadline: 02-Sep-2020 The UNESCO/Emir Jaber Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah Prize for Digital Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (hereafter the Prize) is to recognize the outstanding contributions of individuals and organizations in promoting the inclusion; and enhancing the lives of persons … [Read more...] about UNESCO/Emir Jaber Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah Prize for Digital Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities
ARLEM Prize 2021: Local Youth Entrepreneurship in the Mediterranean
Deadline: 31-Aug-20 For the third edition of the ARLEM Prize 2021, the Euro-Mediterranean Local and Regional Assembly (ARLEM), in which the Congress participates as an observer, is launching a call for applications to support local youth entrepreneurship in the countries on the three shores of … [Read more...] about ARLEM Prize 2021: Local Youth Entrepreneurship in the Mediterranean
Call for Applications: Gelia Castillo Award for Research on Social Innovations in Health (Philippines)
Deadline: 31-Aug-20 The Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD) has announced a call for applications for the Gelia Castillo Award for Research on Social Innovations in Health (GCARSIH) 2020. The Gelia Castillo Award for Research on Social Innovations in Health (GCARSIH) … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Gelia Castillo Award for Research on Social Innovations in Health (Philippines)
Entries Open for 2020 Danone International Prize for Alimentation
Deadline: 16-Oct-2020 Danone Institute International has opened the 2nd Edition of the Danone International Prize for Alimentation (DIPA), jointly awarded by the Danone Institute International (DII) and the French research organization, the Fondation pour la Recherche Médicale (FRM). The … [Read more...] about Entries Open for 2020 Danone International Prize for Alimentation
Applications Open for “Designing Sustainable Plastic Solutions” Competition – United Kingdom
Deadline: 16-Sep-2020 Innovate UK, as part of UK Research and Innovation, will invest up to £800,000 to fund early-stage, human-centred design projects to reduce the harm that plastics have on environment and to therefore increase productivity and growth of the UK economy. This funding is from … [Read more...] about Applications Open for “Designing Sustainable Plastic Solutions” Competition – United Kingdom
COVID-19 Biomedical Waste Treatment Innovation Challenge – India
Deadline: 15-Jul-2020 Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the GoI in partnership with Invest India under the 'Waste to Wealth' mission has announced the COVID-19 Biomedical Waste Treatment: An Innovation Challenge. The Prime Minister's Science, Technology and Innovation Advisory … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Biomedical Waste Treatment Innovation Challenge – India
ENRICH in Brazil launches 1st Innovation Challenge
Deadline: 15-Jul-2020 ENRICH in Brazil is calling for Brazilian non-for-profit public/civil organisations and public companies (the so-called challenge owners) in need of innovative solutions to COVID-19 related challenges in the areas of Tourism & Leisure, Digitalization, and Sustainable … [Read more...] about ENRICH in Brazil launches 1st Innovation Challenge
Call for Nominations: The Human Rights Defenders Award 2020 (Kenya)
Deadline: 15-Aug-2020 Defenders Coalition has announced the 5th edition of the Human Rights Defenders Award to honor and publicly recognize the important work of HRDs and HRDs groups in Kenya, by giving out awards to those who have demonstrated courage, innovation and impact in the promotion and … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: The Human Rights Defenders Award 2020 (Kenya)
Call for Nominations for 2020 ORIGIN Innovation Awards
Deadline: 31-Aug-2020 Nominations are now open for ORIGIN Innovation Awards, it is APAC’s for tech innovation which aims to provide recognition to companies that have exemplified the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship in the running of their businesses. The inaugural ORIGIN Innovation … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations for 2020 ORIGIN Innovation Awards
Entries Open for MTN Awards for Social Change 2020 (South Africa)
Deadline: 03-Jul-20 The MTN Foundation, in partnership with Trialogue, has launched the MTN Awards for Social Change 2020 to encourage and reward good monitoring and evaluation (M&E) practice in the non-profit sector in 2019. The objective of The MTN Awards for Social Change is to reward … [Read more...] about Entries Open for MTN Awards for Social Change 2020 (South Africa)
Applications Open for 9th Edition of the Sustainable Urban Mobility Planning (SUMP) Award
Deadline: 31-Oct-20 Applications are now open for the 9th edition of the Sustainable Urban Mobility Planning (SUMP) Award to encourage the adoption of Sustainable Urban Mobility Plans (SUMPs) by local authorities across Europe and to reward outstanding achievements in each year’s thematic … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 9th Edition of the Sustainable Urban Mobility Planning (SUMP) Award
Sustainable Food Systems (SFS) Challenge: Seeking innovative Solutions from Organisations or Startups
Deadline: 31-Jul-2020 Applications are now open for the Sustainable Food Systems (SFS) Challenge, it is a project to find 6 startups or organisations, and match them to MassChallenge’s corporate partners, so that the startup & partner can collaborate to scale the startup’s idea, and … [Read more...] about Sustainable Food Systems (SFS) Challenge: Seeking innovative Solutions from Organisations or Startups
2020 AIS Innovation Challenge: Creating Resilient Businesses
Deadline: 30-Jun-20 The Archipelagic and Island States (AIS) Secretariat decides to seek creative ideas and breakthrough solutions that can help archipelagic and island states’ economy and businesses to be more adaptive and resilient during a crisis situation. As an organization that leverages … [Read more...] about 2020 AIS Innovation Challenge: Creating Resilient Businesses
2020 CEI SEEMO Award for Outstanding Merits in Investigative Journalism
Deadline: 01-Sep-2020 The CEI and the South East Europe Media Organisation (SEEMO) have opened the Call for Applications 2020 of the CEI SEEMO Award for Outstanding Merits in Investigative Journalism. The Award is meant to honour the work carried out by investigative journalists and their … [Read more...] about 2020 CEI SEEMO Award for Outstanding Merits in Investigative Journalism
Orange Ventures launches Africa & Middle East Seed Challenge (Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, Sénégal, Tunisia, Morocco and Jordan)
Deadline: 26-Jun-20 Orange Ventures Africa Middle & East has launched Africa Middle & East Seed Challenge to extend the scope to support younger and more innovative businesses on the continent with the seed investments from 50k€ up to 150k€. The investees will be announced by September … [Read more...] about Orange Ventures launches Africa & Middle East Seed Challenge (Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, Sénégal, Tunisia, Morocco and Jordan)
Entries Open for Free Press Awards 2020
Deadline: 01-Aug-20 Entries are now open for the Free Press Awards to recognise journalists and media professionals who have a strong commitment with press freedom and independent information. Free Press Unlimited wants to honour journalists who risk everything to bring the news, media … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Free Press Awards 2020
Entries Open for 2020 Good Governance Awards – Ireland
Deadline: 11-Sep-20 Entries are now open for the 2020 Good Governance Awards which is an initiative that recognizes and encourages adherence to good governance practice by nonprofits in Ireland. Their training, support and resources enable their members and partners to be more effective and … [Read more...] about Entries Open for 2020 Good Governance Awards – Ireland
Call for Applications: Award to Recognise Community Resilience (Australia)
Deadline: 05-Jul-20 Hawkesbury City Council is calling on local organisations and groups that are working on initiatives to help the Hawkesbury community to better prepare for, respond to, or recover from a disaster, to apply for the NSW Get Ready Community Award. Coordinated by Resilience … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Award to Recognise Community Resilience (Australia)
European Commission inviting Applications for European Green Leaf Award 2022
Deadline: 28-Oct-2020 The European Commission is currently accepting applications for the European Green Leaf Award 2022. The European Green Leaf (EGL) Award is open to towns and cities between 20.000 and 99.999 inhabitants from EU Member States, EU Candidate Countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, … [Read more...] about European Commission inviting Applications for European Green Leaf Award 2022
Applications Open for European Green Capital Award 2023
Deadline: 28-Oct-2020 The European Commission has announced a call for proposals for the European Green Capital Award 2023. The Green Capital Award enables cities to inspire each other and share examples of good practices in situ. All winning cities are recognised for their consistent record … [Read more...] about Applications Open for European Green Capital Award 2023
DST announces National Innovation Challenge Awards for Designing and Developing Energy Storage Devices for Rural Household/ Enterprise – India
Deadline: 31-Oct-2020 The Department of Science and Technology (DST) is currently inviting applications for the National Innovation Challenge Awards for Designing and Developing Energy Storage Devices for Rural Household/ Enterprise. Objectives The objective of this grand challenge is to … [Read more...] about DST announces National Innovation Challenge Awards for Designing and Developing Energy Storage Devices for Rural Household/ Enterprise – India
Future of Media Challenge to Explore Pathways to Optimize Digital Platforms in Uganda
Deadline: 17-Jun-2020 The Future of Media challenge is seeking to explore pathways to optimize digital platforms of existing media houses or explore new media pathways of generating revenue. This creates an opportunity to innovative relevant products or services that will revolutionize the … [Read more...] about Future of Media Challenge to Explore Pathways to Optimize Digital Platforms in Uganda
Call for Applications for BayWa Smart Farming Challenge
Deadline: 30-Jun-2020 Applications are now open for the BayWa Smart Farming Challenge, it is looking for innovative solutions that use new technologies, ideas and products to support sustainable agriculture and horticulture. As the global population continues to grow every year, so too does … [Read more...] about Call for Applications for BayWa Smart Farming Challenge
Call for Nominations – 5th Annual Beth McLaughlin Environmental Journalism Award
Deadline: 31-Jul-2020 The Conservation Council of New Brunswick is currently seeking nominations for its 5th annual Beth McLaughlin Environmental Journalism Award, presented annually in recognition of in-depth and thoughtful coverage of environmental issues in New Brunswick. By recognizing the … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations – 5th Annual Beth McLaughlin Environmental Journalism Award
Call for Nominations for 2021 Neptune Water Award – Austria
Deadline: 14-Oct-20 The Neptune Water Award is the Austrian environmental and innovation award on water-related issues. It was founded in 1999 to clarify the importance of water as a resource - especially in the areas of life, environment, economy, science, art and society. The Neptune … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations for 2021 Neptune Water Award – Austria
Group on Earth Observations Sustainable Development Goals (GEO SDG) Awards 2020
Deadline: 30-Jun-20 The Group on Earth Observations Sustainable Development Goals (GEO SDG) Awards 2020 recognizes the productivity, innovation, novelty, and exemplary efforts in the use of Earth observations to support sustainable development. Launched last year, this annual award is … [Read more...] about Group on Earth Observations Sustainable Development Goals (GEO SDG) Awards 2020
UNDP Open Call for Nominations: Growth Stage Impact Venture for SDGs
Deadline: 15-Jul-2020 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), École polytechniquefédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), Orange and SAP launch the second edition of the Growth Stage Impact Ventures (GSIV) for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) initiative. The initiative aims to identifying and … [Read more...] about UNDP Open Call for Nominations: Growth Stage Impact Venture for SDGs
