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Open Call for Farmers Market Promotion Program (US)

Deadline: 05-Jun-2026 The Farmers Market Promotion Program (FMPP) is a U.S. Department of Agriculture grant initiative that supports the expansion of direct producer-to-consumer food markets. It funds projects that strengthen farmers markets, improve local food distribution systems, and increase … [Read more...] about Open Call for Farmers Market Promotion Program (US)

CFPs: Boosting Biorefinery Competitiveness through Biotech

Deadline: 22-Sep-2026 The European Commission is funding projects to scale up industrial biomanufacturing and strengthen Europe’s biotechnology ecosystem through full-scale biorefineries and value chains. The programme supports market-ready bio-based products such as chemicals, … [Read more...] about CFPs: Boosting Biorefinery Competitiveness through Biotech

CFPs: SSbD Bio-Based Polymers from Alternative Sources

Deadline: 22-Sep-2026 The European Commission is funding research and innovation projects to develop scalable, Safe-and-Sustainable-by-Design (SSbD) bio-based polymers from alternative, non-agricultural and non-forestry feedstocks. The programme focuses on circular economy solutions, TRL 5 process … [Read more...] about CFPs: SSbD Bio-Based Polymers from Alternative Sources

RFPs: Develop Breakthrough and Sustainable Bio-Based Textile Fibres

Deadline: 22-Sep-2026 The European Union is funding projects to develop innovative bio-based textile fibres that reduce reliance on fossil-based synthetics and improve sustainability in the textile sector. The programme supports scalable fibre innovation with improved performance, reduced … [Read more...] about RFPs: Develop Breakthrough and Sustainable Bio-Based Textile Fibres

RFPs: SSbD Bio-based Solutions for Home and/or Personal Care

Deadline: 22-Sep-2026 The European Commission is funding projects under Horizon Europe to develop Safe-and-Sustainable-by-Design (SSbD) bio-based alternatives for the home and personal care sector. The programme supports industrial-scale biorefineries and high-performance bio-based chemicals that … [Read more...] about RFPs: SSbD Bio-based Solutions for Home and/or Personal Care

Apply for Diversification of Nutritional Food Ingredient Sources Programme

Deadline: 22-Sep-2026 The European Commission is funding projects under Horizon Europe to develop and scale bio-based food ingredients that diversify protein, lipid, fibre, and carbohydrate sources. The programme aims to strengthen EU food system resilience, reduce dependency on traditional … [Read more...] about Apply for Diversification of Nutritional Food Ingredient Sources Programme

Open Call: Bio-Based Solutions for Recyclable and Biodegradable Initiative

Deadline: 22-Sep-2026 The European Commission is funding projects under Horizon Europe to develop bio-based additives that improve material recyclability and biodegradability while reducing environmental harm across product life cycles. The programme targets Safe-and-Sustainable-by-Design … [Read more...] about Open Call: Bio-Based Solutions for Recyclable and Biodegradable Initiative

Apply Now: Bio-Based Alternatives for Fertilising and Crop Protection Programme

Deadline: 22-Sep-2026 The European Commission is funding large-scale projects to develop bio-based fertilisers and crop protection solutions that reduce dependence on synthetic agricultural chemicals. The programme supports industrial biorefineries, sustainable bio-input production, … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Bio-Based Alternatives for Fertilising and Crop Protection Programme

UNFPA Ghana Youth Leaders (YoLe) Fellowship Programme

Deadline: 14-May-2026 The UNFPA Ghana Youth Leaders Fellowship 2026 invites young leaders in Ghana to apply for a one-year, on-site leadership and development program. Delivered in partnership with the Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment Ghana, University of Ghana, and … [Read more...] about UNFPA Ghana Youth Leaders (YoLe) Fellowship Programme

15th CavinKare–MMA ChinniKrishnan Innovation Award (India)

Deadline: 22-Jun-2026 The CavinKare–MMA ChinniKrishnan Innovation Award is a national initiative that recognizes and supports innovative startups and small-scale enterprises in India. Winners receive ₹1 lakh, mentorship, and industry support, helping them scale their ventures and strengthen … [Read more...] about 15th CavinKare–MMA ChinniKrishnan Innovation Award (India)

Call for Applications: Artisan Support Grants Program 2026

Deadline: 20-May-2026 The Artisan Support Grants Program 2026 provides small grants of USD 500–1,000 to textile artisans worldwide to preserve cultural heritage and strengthen economic independence. With a total annual funding pool of around USD 20,000, the program supports … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Artisan Support Grants Program 2026

Open Call for Fusion Technology Transfer Demonstrator Project

Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The Fusion Technology Transfer Demonstrator Projects supports the commercialization of fusion-derived technologies through demonstrator projects. Funded by Fusion for Energy (F4E) and EUROfusion, the program offers up to €50,000 per project to validate real-world applications … [Read more...] about Open Call for Fusion Technology Transfer Demonstrator Project

Funding Opportunity for Climate Innovation and Industrial Demonstration Projects

Deadline: 18-Jun-2026 The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) is offering grants of USD 1–20 million to support large-scale climate innovation demonstration projects in developing countries. The program focuses on industrial decarbonization, clean energy, and … [Read more...] about Funding Opportunity for Climate Innovation and Industrial Demonstration Projects

15th CavinKare–MMA ChinniKrishnan Great Ideas Awards (India)

Deadline: 22-Jun-2026 The CavinKare–MMA ChinniKrishnan Great Ideas Awards 2026 recognizes early-stage innovators in India with impactful ideas across societal and industrial domains. Open to individuals and institutions, the program awards ₹10,000 per winning idea. It encourages originality, … [Read more...] about 15th CavinKare–MMA ChinniKrishnan Great Ideas Awards (India)

Watson Institute Flagship Fellowship for Impact Entrepreneurs

Deadline: 28-Jun-2026 The Watson Institute Flagship Fellowship is a fully funded 16-week program designed for impact-driven entrepreneurs. It provides leadership training, business development support, mentorship, and global networking opportunities to help founders scale their ventures. The … [Read more...] about Watson Institute Flagship Fellowship for Impact Entrepreneurs

Multicultural Queensland Awards Celebrating Community Impact (Australia)

Deadline: 17-May-2026 The Multicultural Queensland Awards celebrate individuals and organisations making a meaningful impact across diverse communities in Queensland. The awards recognise excellence in areas such as volunteering, entrepreneurship, social cohesion, and leadership. They are part of … [Read more...] about Multicultural Queensland Awards Celebrating Community Impact (Australia)

The 2026 Ford Philanthropy Fellowship: Empowering Community Leaders

Deadline: 15-Aug-2026 The 2026 Ford Philanthropy Fellowship by Ford Philanthropy is a fully funded program designed for entrepreneurs and community leaders driving social impact. It provides training in leadership, business skills, and community development, along with mentorship, financial tools, … [Read more...] about The 2026 Ford Philanthropy Fellowship: Empowering Community Leaders

Enlight Fellowship for Youth Mental Wellbeing Leaders

Deadline: 05-Jul-2026 The Enlight Fellowship is a fully funded 16-week global programme supporting youth entrepreneurs and leaders working on mental wellbeing solutions. It offers leadership training, mentorship, financial skills development, and an in-person summit to help fellows scale impactful … [Read more...] about Enlight Fellowship for Youth Mental Wellbeing Leaders

Call for Proposals: Start Up Grant Scheme (Turkey)

Deadline: 19-Jun-2026 The ENHANCER PRO Start-Up Grant Scheme is a European Union–funded entrepreneurship programme implemented by ICMPD to support new business creation in Türkiye. It provides up to €30,000 per applicant to help entrepreneurs—especially Syrians under Temporary Protection, persons … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Start Up Grant Scheme (Turkey)

Grant Opportunity for Economic Growth and Security Initiatives (Burkina Faso)

Deadline: 03-Jul-2026 The U.S. Embassy Ouagadougou is inviting proposals for projects that strengthen U.S.–Burkina Faso relations through economic growth, security cooperation, and innovation. Grants range from $1,000 to $25,000, with a total funding pool of $60,000. The program … [Read more...] about Grant Opportunity for Economic Growth and Security Initiatives (Burkina Faso)

Deepened International Collaboration for Healthy and Resilient Societies (Sweden)

Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 Vinnova is offering grants to strengthen international innovation partnerships focused on building healthy, resilient, and sustainable societies. The program supports short-term collaborative projects (up to 6 months) with funding of up to SEK 500,000. Eligible applicants must … [Read more...] about Deepened International Collaboration for Healthy and Resilient Societies (Sweden)

Open Call: Strengthening Productive Capacities of Medium Enterprises (Palestine)

Deadline: 18-May-2026 The SAWA II Project Call for Proposals offers over €4 million in funding to strengthen the sustainability, resilience, and competitiveness of medium enterprises in the West Bank. Co-funded by the European Union and Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation, the initiative … [Read more...] about Open Call: Strengthening Productive Capacities of Medium Enterprises (Palestine)

Call for Applications: Policy Research Grants Program (US)

Deadline: 08-Jun-2026 The NIHCM Foundation Policy Research Grants program provides funding to support innovative health policy research in the United States. With a total pool of $500,000 and typical awards of around $50,000, the programme focuses on improving health care affordability, access, … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Policy Research Grants Program (US)

RFPs: Actuarial and Data Analytics Services Opportunity (India)

Deadline: 04-May-2026 The United Nations Development Programme has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) seeking firms to deliver actuarial and analytical services for insurance product development. The assignment focuses on data-driven modelling, pricing, and monitoring to strengthen insurance … [Read more...] about RFPs: Actuarial and Data Analytics Services Opportunity (India)

Grant for Establishing a Pre-seed Support Platform for MVP Development and Validation in Armenia

Deadline: 17-Jun-2026 The EU4Innovation East Programme is offering €330,000 to establish a startup support platform in Armenia that provides grants and services for early-stage ventures. The selected organization will distribute up to €7,500 per startup to support MVP development, validation, and … [Read more...] about Grant for Establishing a Pre-seed Support Platform for MVP Development and Validation in Armenia

Apply now for Grant-in-Aid Incubation Program (India)

Deadline: 17-May-2026 The Grant-in-Aid Incubation Program supports early-stage agri-startups and student innovators with funding up to ₹5,00,000, along with mentoring, validation, and market access. The program includes a structured two-phase incubation process designed to transform innovative … [Read more...] about Apply now for Grant-in-Aid Incubation Program (India)

Blended Finance Accelerator for Fund Managers

Deadline: 25-May-2026 The Blended Finance Accelerator for Fund Managers (A4FM) is a global program that supports fund and asset managers in designing and scaling blended finance vehicles to attract institutional capital into emerging and developing markets. It offers catalytic grant funding of up … [Read more...] about Blended Finance Accelerator for Fund Managers

Nominations open for Rashid Kidwai WASH Finance Awards 2026 (India)

Deadline: 15-May-2026 The Rashid Kidwai WASH Finance Awards 2026 recognize institutions and individuals advancing innovative and sustainable financing solutions in the WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) sector. The awards focus on strengthening financial ecosystems, improving access to services, … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Rashid Kidwai WASH Finance Awards 2026 (India)

TRAI DND Reel Challenge – Report Spam Empower India

Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The TRAI DND App Reel Contest invites individuals across India to create a 30–60 second reel showcasing how the TRAI DND app helps block spam calls and SMS. Organized by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India in collaboration with MyGov, the contest offers cash prizes up … [Read more...] about TRAI DND Reel Challenge – Report Spam Empower India

Virtual Workshop for Thai Journalists Reporting on Business in the Transition to Net-zero in Thailand

Deadline: 12-May-2026 The Earth Journalism Network is offering a four-day virtual workshop for Thai journalists focused on investigative reporting on business responses to net-zero emissions. Participants will gain practical insights into climate finance, renewable energy, and … [Read more...] about Virtual Workshop for Thai Journalists Reporting on Business in the Transition to Net-zero in Thailand

Call for Nominations: ISC-FICCI Sanitation Awards 2026 (India)

Deadline: 15-May-2026 The ISC-FICCI Sanitation Awards 2026 is a national recognition programme in India that celebrates excellence, innovation, and impact in the sanitation and WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) sector. Organized with support from key government bodies, the … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: ISC-FICCI Sanitation Awards 2026 (India)

Open Call: Supporting the Economic Empowerment of Women (Yemen)

Deadline: 03-Jun-2026 The Supporting the Economic Empowerment of Women programme aims to improve women’s access to jobs, finance, and markets in Yemen through large-scale grants of €2.5M–€5M. The initiative focuses on skills development, entrepreneurship, financial inclusion, and trade linkages, … [Read more...] about Open Call: Supporting the Economic Empowerment of Women (Yemen)

Second Call: Community-Based Safety Interventions Programme (Ireland, UK)

Deadline: 03-Jun-2026 The PEACEPLUS Programme has launched its Strand 3 Call 2 with a €5 million budget to support community-based safety interventions that strengthen peace and reconciliation. The programme targets collaborative projects across Northern Ireland and border counties of Ireland, … [Read more...] about Second Call: Community-Based Safety Interventions Programme (Ireland, UK)

CFAs: Advancing 6G Collaboration Through International Mobility (Sweden)

Deadline: 28-May-2026 Vinnova is offering funding to support international staff exchanges in 6G research between Sweden, the United States, and Singapore. Grants cover up to 100% of mobility costs, with a maximum of SEK 500,000 per project. The program aims to strengthen 6G expertise, foster … [Read more...] about CFAs: Advancing 6G Collaboration Through International Mobility (Sweden)

Presentation and Participation Grant for Arts Projects (Singapore)

Deadline: 14-Aug-2026 The National Arts Council offers the Presentation and Participation (P&P) Grant to support artistic projects that enhance public engagement and cultural expression. Funding covers up to 70% of project costs (50% for for-profit entities), capped at $100,000 per financial … [Read more...] about Presentation and Participation Grant for Arts Projects (Singapore)

Call for Proposals: Displaced Livelihoods Initiative (Round V)

Deadline: 15-May-2026 The Displaced Livelihoods Initiative (DLI) has launched its fifth and final funding round to support research that improves livelihoods for displaced populations and host communities. Grants range from $4,000 to $250,000 across multiple categories, including exploratory … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Displaced Livelihoods Initiative (Round V)

Apply Now: Disability Support Grants Program (Australia)

Deadline: 15-May-2026 The Disability Support Grants by Inner West Council provide up to $10,000 per year to support projects that improve inclusion, participation, and opportunities for people with disability. The program funds both individuals and organizations delivering impactful, … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Disability Support Grants Program (Australia)

U.S. Embassy Sofia PDS Annual Program in Bulgaria

Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The U.S. Embassy Sofia Grants Program provides $5,000–$25,000 to support initiatives that strengthen U.S.–Bulgaria relations through public diplomacy, innovation, and collaboration. It funds projects across sectors like education, technology, security, and … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Sofia PDS Annual Program in Bulgaria

Call for Social Projects International Cooperation 2026

Deadline: 20-May-2026 The International Cooperation Social Innovation Grant provides up to €50,000 to support projects that reduce poverty and inequality in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. It funds initiatives in entrepreneurship, health, and education using community-driven innovation approaches. … [Read more...] about Call for Social Projects International Cooperation 2026

CFAs: Capability Development Grant Program (Singapore)

Deadline: 14-Aug-2026 The Capability Development Grant by the National Arts Council supports artists and arts organisations in Singapore to upgrade skills, build capabilities, and enhance professional development. It offers up to $20,000 for individuals and $75,000 for organisations annually. The … [Read more...] about CFAs: Capability Development Grant Program (Singapore)

Apply for Market and Audience Development Grant Program (Singapore)

Deadline: 14-Aug-2026 The Market and Audience Development Grant supports artists and arts organizations in Singapore to grow audiences, improve marketing strategies, and strengthen engagement. It offers up to $70,000 per year for initiatives like branding, audience research, and promotional … [Read more...] about Apply for Market and Audience Development Grant Program (Singapore)

Call for Applications: DST-iTBI Ignition Grant Program in India

Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The DST-iTBI Ignition Grant supports early-stage innovators in India to turn ideas or prototypes into scalable startups. It offers up to ₹10 lakhs in funding along with mentorship, lab support, and market validation. The program focuses on agriculture, rural … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: DST-iTBI Ignition Grant Program in India

Call for Proposals: Amazon Biocorridor Fund (Ecuador)

Deadline: 26-May-2026 The Amazon Biocorridor Fund is a conservation financing program supporting environmental protection and sustainable development projects in the Ecuadorian Amazon. It funds initiatives focused on biodiversity conservation, indigenous community development, climate action, and … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Amazon Biocorridor Fund (Ecuador)

IFE Co-Financing Grants for Job Creation and Skills Development

Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Facility Investing for Employment (IFE) Grant Program provides co-financing grants from €800,000 to €10 million to support job creation and skills development in selected African countries. The program targets private sector investment projects with strong sustainability … [Read more...] about IFE Co-Financing Grants for Job Creation and Skills Development

Open Call 1 Supporting Research and Technology Innovation (Africa)

Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The FCI4Africa Open Call 1 (OC1) provides up to €50,000 funding per project to support research and technology stakeholders developing innovative tools and solutions. With a total budget of €400,000, the call funds 8 single-applicant sub-projects focused on improving business … [Read more...] about Open Call 1 Supporting Research and Technology Innovation (Africa)

Frontier AI Discovery Fund for Machine Learning and Foundation Models (UK)

Deadline: 10-Jun-2026 The Innovate UK Frontier AI Discovery Funding Competition provides £25,000–£50,000 grants to support feasibility studies in frontier artificial intelligence and foundation models. It targets UK-based organizations developing innovative AI solutions across sectors like … [Read more...] about Frontier AI Discovery Fund for Machine Learning and Foundation Models (UK)

Grant Programme for Sustainable Energy Innovation Concepts (Sweden)

Deadline: 02-Jun-2026 The Swedish Energy Agency Early-Stage Innovation Grant supports sustainable energy innovations at TRL 2–4, helping early concepts move toward commercialization. With funding of approximately 10 million SEK, the program targets SMEs, startups, and academic institutions … [Read more...] about Grant Programme for Sustainable Energy Innovation Concepts (Sweden)

Funding Opportunity for Creative Industry Innovation Projects (Spain)

Deadline: 28-Apr-2026 The Ministry of Culture Innovation Grant (Spain) provides up to €50,000 per project to support for-profit cultural and creative businesses developing innovative digital content. With a total budget of €2.94 million, the program aims to strengthen Spain’s cultural … [Read more...] about Funding Opportunity for Creative Industry Innovation Projects (Spain)

Applications open for Quarterly Research Grant Funding Programme

Deadline: 22-Jun-2026 The Quarterly Research Grant Funding Programme by Cure Parkinson’s supports innovative preclinical and clinical research aimed at slowing, stopping, or reversing Parkinson’s disease. It offers funding up to £250,000 for high-impact projects with strong potential to progress to … [Read more...] about Applications open for Quarterly Research Grant Funding Programme

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