Deadline: 30-Sep-2020 The Global Partnership for Education (GPE) and IDRC are currently inviting proposals for regional grants from individual organizations or consortia of multiple organizations for national, sub-national, or regional level projects to generate and mobilize knowledge so national … [Read more...] about Regional Call for Proposals in Latin America and the Caribbean: Generating & Mobilizing Innovative Knowledge for Regional Education Challenges
Awards, Prizes and Challenges
View the latest awards, prizes and challenges for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals around the world.
Nominations open for Australia Council Awards 2021
Deadline: 01-Sep-20 Nominations are now open for the Australia Council Awards 2021. The Australia Council Awards acknowledge the contribution that Australian artists have made to the arts and cultural life of the nation. These prestigious national awards recognise outstanding and sustained … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Australia Council Awards 2021
Nominations Open for 2020 SRISTI Samman Awards (India)
Deadline: 30-Aug-20 SRISTI (Society for Research and Initiatives for Sustainable Technologies and Institutions) invites nominations for ‘SRISTI Samman Awards 2020’, felicitating creative individuals and communities for their inclusive contribution in sustainable development and humanitarian … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2020 SRISTI Samman Awards (India)
Entries Open for 2020 Sport for Gender Equality Collective Impact Award
Deadline: 11-Aug-20 Entries are now open for the 2020 Sport for Gender Equality Collective Impact Award. The Beyond Sport Foundation established the Collective Impact Awards in 2019 to bring together the best and most innovative organizations from around the world that are using sport to address … [Read more...] about Entries Open for 2020 Sport for Gender Equality Collective Impact Award
Submit Nominations for Biosecurity Awards (New Zealand)
Deadline: 30-Jul-20 Nominations are now open for the Biosecurity Awards to recognise and celebrate outstanding contributions to protecting the country. It's the way of celebrating people and organisations across New Zealand who are contributing to New Zealand's biosecurity – in the … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for Biosecurity Awards (New Zealand)
Reimagining Pathways to Employment in United States Challenge
Deadline: 09 Nov 2020 MIT Solve is seeking applications for the Reimagining Pathways to Employment in United States (US) Challenge. Across the US, now more than ever, workers are experiencing unprecedented levels of instability, with many people facing unemployment or struggling financially in … [Read more...] about Reimagining Pathways to Employment in United States Challenge
Nominations Open for Hamdan-ICESCO Prize for Distinguished Academic
Deadline: 17 December 2020 The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) and Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Distinguished Academic Performance have announced the call for nomination for the 2nd Edition of Hamdan– ICESCO Prize for Voluntary Development … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Hamdan-ICESCO Prize for Distinguished Academic
Call for Applications: King Bhumibol World Soil Day Award
Deadline: 30 Sept 2020 Food and Agriculture Organizations of the United Nations (FAO) is inviting applications for the King Bhumibol World Soil Day Award to encourage organizers of WSD events at all levels to facilitate challenging and outstanding celebrations around the globe. The 6th GSP … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: King Bhumibol World Soil Day Award
Nominations Open for UN-Habitat Scroll of Honour Award 2020
Deadline: 17-Aug-20 Nominations are now open for the UN-Habitat Scroll of Honour Award on the occasion of the global observance of World Habitat Day on Monday 5 October 2020. The UN-Habitat Scroll of Honour award was launched in 1989 and is one of the most prestigious human settlements award in … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for UN-Habitat Scroll of Honour Award 2020
Call for Applications: Reporting on Challenges Confronting the Ocean Ecosystem (Ghana)
Deadline: 24-Jul-20 Sustainable Ocean Alliance Ghana (SOA Ghana) in collaboration with iWatch Africa is calling on all interested journalists in Ghana to apply to be a part of the effort to address challenges confronting the marine ecosystem. The initiative is aimed at training journalists to … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Reporting on Challenges Confronting the Ocean Ecosystem (Ghana)
Online Seedstars World Competition 2020/21
Deadline: 31-Jul-20 If your startup is looking to learn from industry experts, network with the local ecosystem, achieve product/market fit and accelerate growth in your existing market, apply now to the Local Stage of the Online Seedstars World Competition 2020/21 the largest startup competition … [Read more...] about Online Seedstars World Competition 2020/21
Submit Applications for 2020 Migration Challenge
Deadline: 25-Aug-20 The global call for applications for the 2020 Migration Challenge is now open. In partnership with the International Organisation of Employers (IOE) and the Business Advisory Group of Migration, Seedstars is looking at rewarding innovative early-stage Human Resources, FinTech, … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for 2020 Migration Challenge
Nominations Open for TAYO Awards 2020 – Philippines
Deadline: 18-Aug-20 This year, to highlight the creativity of young people in spite of the pandemic, TAYO 18 is made as a SPECIAL RUN of the Annual Search for TAYO Awards. It is exclusive for youth groups with quarantine or pandemic responses - celebrating the the spirit of bayanihan! The … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for TAYO Awards 2020 – Philippines
IDB and Fundación FEMSA bestow Water, Sanitation and Solid Waste Innovation Awards 2020
Deadline: 09-Aug-20 The Inter-American Development Bank and the FEMSA Foundation have announced the 2020 IDB-FEMSA Awards, which since 2009 recognize the most innovative solutions in the water, sanitation and solid waste management sectors. The award aims to highlight innovative startups, … [Read more...] about IDB and Fundación FEMSA bestow Water, Sanitation and Solid Waste Innovation Awards 2020
Submit Nominations for Olam Prize for Innovation in Food Security
Deadline: 11-Jan-21 Nominations are now open for the Olam Prize for Innovation in Food Security to recognise and support transformational research in global agriculture. Awarded in partnership with Agropolis Fondation, the Prize recognises an innovative scientific research project for its … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for Olam Prize for Innovation in Food Security
Inlaks India Foundation’s 2021 Fine Art Awards
Deadline: 01-Oct-2020 The Inlaks India Foundation is inviting applications for the selection of Inlaks Fine Art Awards 2021. The award is intended to help young artists in their formative years to develop their creative talent. It provides financial assistance to enable them to work … [Read more...] about Inlaks India Foundation’s 2021 Fine Art Awards
UpLink launches Trillion Trees Challenge Competition
Deadline: 31-Jul-20 UpLink has launched a call for applications for the Trillion Trees Challenge 2020. The Trillion Trees Challenge, is a global call for solutions, initiatives, fresh perspectives and ideas to help meet the Trillion Trees goal. By submitting your solutions through this … [Read more...] about UpLink launches Trillion Trees Challenge Competition
Innovation Challenge: Supporting Humanitarian Community to Explore How Inclusive Preparedness can Enable Inclusive Humanitarian Response
Deadline: 07-Aug-20 Elrha has announced the Innovation Challenge for "supporting the Humanitarian Community to Explore How Inclusive Preparedness can Enable Inclusive Humanitarian Response". The ambition for this Challenge is to support the humanitarian community to explore and better understand … [Read more...] about Innovation Challenge: Supporting Humanitarian Community to Explore How Inclusive Preparedness can Enable Inclusive Humanitarian Response
Elrha announces Innovation Challenge: Innovative Responses to Intimate Partner Violence in Humanitarian Settings
Deadline: 07-Aug-20 Elrha has announced the Innovation Challenge for Innovative Responses to Intimate Partner Violence in Humanitarian Settings. IPV is one of the most prevalent forms of GBV in both humanitarian and nonhumanitarian settings. What Works to Prevent Violence (2018) “What works to … [Read more...] about Elrha announces Innovation Challenge: Innovative Responses to Intimate Partner Violence in Humanitarian Settings
Innovation Challenge: Increasing Meaningful Participation of People with Disabilities and Older People in Humanitarian Action
Deadline: 07-Aug-20 Elrha has launched the Innovation Challenge to Increasing the Meaningful Participation of People with Disabilities and Older People in Humanitarian Action. This Challenge aims to support innovative mechanisms that enable people with disabilities and older people to … [Read more...] about Innovation Challenge: Increasing Meaningful Participation of People with Disabilities and Older People in Humanitarian Action
Her Abilities Award 2020: Honouring the Achievements of Women with Disabilities
Deadline: 27-Sep-2020 Nominations are open for the Her Abilities Award 2020 which is the first global award honouring the achievements of women with disabilities. Her Abilities was launched by Light for the World to honour women with disabilities who achieved greatness in their life or field of … [Read more...] about Her Abilities Award 2020: Honouring the Achievements of Women with Disabilities
DND launches Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) Program – Canada
Deadline: 30-Jul-20 As part of Strong, Secure, Engaged: Canada’s Defence Policy, the Department of National Defence (DND) has launched the Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) Program. The IDEaS Program supports, increases and sustains science and technology (S&T) … [Read more...] about DND launches Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) Program – Canada
Submit Applications for NL Online Cultural Challenge – Sri Lanka
Deadline: 28-Aug-2020 The ongoing COVID-19 crisis requires new ways of working, also with regard to the cultural sector. Therefore the Netherlands Embassy in Sri Lanka has launched the NL online cultural challenge! The Embassy challenge YOU to develop a proposal for an online cultural activity … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for NL Online Cultural Challenge – Sri Lanka
Submit Nominations for 2020 Katherine Schneider Journalism Award for Excellence in Reporting on Disability
Deadline: 07-Aug-2020 The National Center on Disability and Journalism (NCDJ) is seeking nominations for the 2020 Katherine Schneider Journalism Award for Excellence in Reporting on Disability contest. Winners will receive a total of $8,000 in cash awards for first-, second- and third-place … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for 2020 Katherine Schneider Journalism Award for Excellence in Reporting on Disability
Entries Open for Barry & Marie Lipman Family Prize (United States)
Deadline: 28-Jul-20 The Barry & Marie Lipman Family Prize at the University of Pennsylvania is an annual global prize given to one organization that celebrates leadership and innovation in the social sector with an emphasis on impact and transferability of practices. The Lipman Family Prize … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Barry & Marie Lipman Family Prize (United States)
Nominations Open for 2020 National Lottery Awards – United Kingdom
Deadline: 19-Aug-20 Nominations are now open for the 2020 National Lottery Awards to celebrate the ordinary people who do extraordinary things with the help of National Lottery funding. This year,for the first time, the Awards will, honour individuals who have made an extraordinary impact in … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2020 National Lottery Awards – United Kingdom
CGIAR seeking Applications for INSPIRE Challenge
Deadline: 15-Aug-2020 The CGIAR Platform for Big Data in Agriculture is seeking applications for the INSPIRE Challenge to demonstrate the power of big data analytics through inspiring and innovative projects. Global agriculture is increasingly driven by data. Advances in computing power, data … [Read more...] about CGIAR seeking Applications for INSPIRE Challenge
This Call is open to Organizations working to improve the Lives of Women and Girls
Deadline: 24 July 2020 Is your team driven by the desire to create meaningful change in the lives of women and girls? KIT International is seeking initiatives that create impact in health, education and livelihoods! The KIT Impact Challenge is open to organisations that are driven by the … [Read more...] about This Call is open to Organizations working to improve the Lives of Women and Girls
Submit Nominations for Rory Peck Awards
Deadline: 10-Aug-2020 Nominations are now open for the Rory Peck Awards which aims to give freelance journalists the recognition they deserve, rewarding the most outstanding work produced each year and highlighting the significant contribution by freelancers to the international media … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for Rory Peck Awards
UNDP/Moldova: Call for Project Proposals within Fast Track Challenge Program for Innovative, Green and Sustainable Ideas
Deadline: 03-Aug-2020 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Moldova’s Project “Moldova Sustainable Green Cities” is launching a Call for proposals within the Fast Track Challenge Program, for innovative, green, and sustainable ideas. The objective of the project is to catalyse … [Read more...] about UNDP/Moldova: Call for Project Proposals within Fast Track Challenge Program for Innovative, Green and Sustainable Ideas
Call for Concept Notes: ‘Waste’ Recovery Innovation Challenge (2nd Edition) – Ghana
Deadline: 24-Jul-20 UNDP, under the auspices of the “Plastic Waste Recovery for a Circular Green Economy in Ghana” project with funding from the Coca-Cola Foundation (TCCF) is launching the 2nd edition of the Waste Recovery Innovation Challenge (WRIC). The aim is to provide technical and … [Read more...] about Call for Concept Notes: ‘Waste’ Recovery Innovation Challenge (2nd Edition) – Ghana
Call for Nominations: 2020 Innovator 25 – The Americas, EMEA and Asia-Pacific
Deadline: 17-Jul-2020 PRovoke is opening the call for nominations for the 2020 Innovator 25. Since launching in 2013, they have identified 25 individuals each year in the Americas, EMEA and, more recently Asia-Pacific, who have — in some capacity — elevated and evolved engagement and … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: 2020 Innovator 25 – The Americas, EMEA and Asia-Pacific
Applications Open for Prime Health Innovation Challenge 2020
Deadline: 17-Jul-20 Applicants are now invited to apply for a chance to win prize funding and a pilot partnership with a Colorado Health Foundation's Prime Health’s annual Innovation Challenge. Powered by the Colorado Health Foundation, Prime Health’s annual Innovation Challenge is a 6-month … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Prime Health Innovation Challenge 2020
Digital India AatmaNirbhar Bharat Innovate Challenge
Deadline: 18-Jul-20 MeitY in partnership with Atal Innovation Mission – Niti Aayog has launched the Digital India AatmaNirbhar Bharat Innovate Challenge to identify the best Indian Apps that are already being used by citizens and have the potential to scale and become world class Apps in their … [Read more...] about Digital India AatmaNirbhar Bharat Innovate Challenge
Democracy and Governance in Africa – Youth Innovation Challenge
Deadline: 28-Jul-20 The African Union (AU), through the African Governance Architecture (AGA) Secretariat, in a joint project with the Common market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) have launched the “Democracy and Governance in Africa – Youth Innovation Challenge”. Youth innovators, … [Read more...] about Democracy and Governance in Africa – Youth Innovation Challenge
CavinKare seeking Nominations for 2020 Chinnikrishnan Innovation Awards – India
Deadline: 10-Jul-2020 CavinKare is seeking nominations to celebrates the spirit of entrepreneurship with CavinKare-MMA Chinnikrishnan Innovation Awards. The 9th edition of CavinKare – MMA Chinnikrishnan Innovation Awards will be presented on Wednesday, 23rd September 2020 at 6.00pm. The … [Read more...] about CavinKare seeking Nominations for 2020 Chinnikrishnan Innovation Awards – India
British Embassy in Kazakhstan seeking Applications for Respond to COVID-19 Challenges
Deadline: 17-Jul-20 The British Embassy in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan is seeking applications for the Respond to COVID-19 Challenges. This year the British Embassy in Nur-Sultan is seeking to support small projects that aim to address issues and risks that emerged as a result of the COVID-19 … [Read more...] about British Embassy in Kazakhstan seeking Applications for Respond to COVID-19 Challenges
Nominations Open for 2020 GSK IMPACT Awards – United Kingdom
Deadline: 14-Sep-20 Nominations are currently open for the 2020 GSK IMPACT Awards. The GSK IMPACT Awards recognise and reward charities that are doing excellent work to improve people’s health and wellbeing. The GSK IMPACT Awards are an annual programme, funded by GSK as part of the … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2020 GSK IMPACT Awards – United Kingdom
Entries Open for Fetisov Journalism Award (FJA)
Deadline: 01-Aug-20 Entries are now open for the Fetisov Journalism Award (FJA) to promote universal human values such as honesty, justice, courage and nobility through the example of outstanding journalists from all over the world as their dedicated service and commitment contribute to changing … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Fetisov Journalism Award (FJA)
One Young World inviting Nominations for 2020 Mary Robinson Climate Justice Award
Deadline: 23-Jul-2020 The One Young World is inviting nominations for 2020 Mary Robinson Climate Justice Award to recognize and support young leaders behind impactful climate justice initiatives that are preserving the earth for future generations. The award seeks to: Identify three young … [Read more...] about One Young World inviting Nominations for 2020 Mary Robinson Climate Justice Award
One World Media seeking Nominations for 2020 Coronavirus Reporting Award
Deadline: 30-Jul-2020 In response to the exceptional work of journalists and filmmakers covering the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in developing countries, One World Media has launched the Coronavirus Reporting Award 2020, supported by EBRD. This is a global story like few others. They are … [Read more...] about One World Media seeking Nominations for 2020 Coronavirus Reporting Award
Slingshot 2020 – Startup Competition: An Opportunity to showcase your Innovative Solutions
Deadline: 24-Aug-2020 Applications are now open for the Slingshot 2020 - Startup Competition, Asia’s most exciting deep tech startup competition. Regardless of where you’re from, this is your opportunity to showcase your innovative solutions and products to major investors and industry … [Read more...] about Slingshot 2020 – Startup Competition: An Opportunity to showcase your Innovative Solutions
Nominations Open for 2020 City of Ballarat Youth Awards
Deadline: 15-Jul-20 The City of Ballarat’s Youth Council is proud to present the 2020 City of Ballarat Youth Awards. Approximately 20,000 12 – 25 year olds call Ballarat home. The City of Ballarat Youth Awards is a wonderful opportunity for the community to recognise and celebrate the city’s … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2020 City of Ballarat Youth Awards
Call for Nominations: The Biggest Tech Award of Nepal
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
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



