Deadline: 1-Aug-23 Applications are now open for the Rootcamp Acceleration Program to help world´s most innovative agtech & bioeconomy startups to scale. RootCamp supports AgTech & Bioeconomy startup founders in laying the foundation for long-term success and scaling your businesses … [Read more...] about Rootcamp Acceleration Program for Early Stage Startups
Grants and Resources for Businesses, Companies, Startups, Entrepreneurs and Industry
View the latest grant funding opportunities and resources for Businesses, Companies, Startups, Entrepreneurs and Industry around the world.
GIST Catalyst – Women in Climate Pitch Competition
Deadline: 7-Jun-23 In celebration of the APEC 2023 U.S. host year, top women climate innovators will receive expert pitch and business training, with the opportunity to present their solutions on a global stage for the chance to win generous prizes. Applications to participate are open now! What … [Read more...] about GIST Catalyst – Women in Climate Pitch Competition
Call for Proposals: Contributing Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Sub-Saharan Africa
Deadline: 14-Jun-23 The Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (Norad) is accepting proposals to contribute towards innovation and entrepreneurship in Sub-Saharan Africa on food security, blue economy, climate adaptation, marine litter, renewable energy and clean cooking solutions, and … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Contributing Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Sub-Saharan Africa
Visa She’s Next 2023 Grant Competition
Deadline: 23-Jun-23 She’s Next is Visa’s global program advancing women in their efforts to fund, run and grow their small businesses. Apply now to win grants to grow your business. Prize Details She’s Next Prize Winners: 5 Winners will be selected in each market: One primary winner will … [Read more...] about Visa She’s Next 2023 Grant Competition
Up to £15,000 available under F100 Growth Fund in UK
Deadline: 23-Jun-23 Applications are now open for the F100 Growth Fund that provides investment to businesses that have a readiness to grow, backed up by expert business advice, coaching and mentoring, to break down the significant barriers faced by Black British entrepreneurs when setting up and … [Read more...] about Up to £15,000 available under F100 Growth Fund in UK
2023 Development Grants Competition – United Kingdom
Deadline: 21-Jul-23 Development Grants Competition is now open to a wide range of proposals across the existing supply chain and beyond, to fund projects that will lead to an increase in UK content, jobs, turnover and/or exports in the offshore wind sector. Aim The purpose of the … [Read more...] about 2023 Development Grants Competition – United Kingdom
Call for Innovative Solutions for Production of Electrical Energy from Renewable Sources (Serbia)
Deadline: 7-Jul-23 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Serbia announces a Public Challenge Call for Innovative business models that diversify electricity generation mix, reduce energy intensity of the economy or enables clean energy, especially for the vulnerable consumers. The … [Read more...] about Call for Innovative Solutions for Production of Electrical Energy from Renewable Sources (Serbia)
Call for EOIs: Partnerships for Increasing the Resilience of Women-Led MSMEs to Climate Change Impacts
Deadline: 11-Jun-23 The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) has launched a Call for Expressions of Interest (EOI) under the project ‘Catalyzing Women’s Entrepreneurship’ (CWE), funded by the Government of Canada through Global Affairs Canada, and … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Partnerships for Increasing the Resilience of Women-Led MSMEs to Climate Change Impacts
Lightship Accelerator Program for Minority and Female Tech Founders – US
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity Submissions are now open for the Lightship Accelerator, a 12-week program driving inclusive acceleration, education, and opportunity for minority and female tech founders. The Lightship Foundation enhances ecosystems nationwide with remarkable, scalable companies … [Read more...] about Lightship Accelerator Program for Minority and Female Tech Founders – US
Call for EOIs: Partnerships for Promoting Women’s Entrepreneurship in the Climate Change Adaptation & Mitigation
Deadline: 11-Jun-23 The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) has launched a Call for Expressions of Interest (EOI) under the project ‘Catalyzing Women’s Entrepreneurship’ (CWE), funded by the Government of Canada through Global Affairs Canada, and … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Partnerships for Promoting Women’s Entrepreneurship in the Climate Change Adaptation & Mitigation
YSEALI Regional Workshop: Countering Online Disinformation and Hate Speech
Deadline: 1-Aug-23 The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy Rangoon of the U.S. Department of State announce an open competition for a cooperative agreement to develop and implement a Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Regional Workshop on Countering Online Disinformation and … [Read more...] about YSEALI Regional Workshop: Countering Online Disinformation and Hate Speech
NewGen Renewable Energy Accelerator Programme
Deadline: 9-Jun-23 IRENA, supported by the United Arab Emirates, has launched the NewGen Renewable Energy Accelerator programme to empower youth to be active participants in the energy transition. NewGen supports the development and implementation of youth-led solutions in the climate and … [Read more...] about NewGen Renewable Energy Accelerator Programme
Digital Transformation Grant for Brick-and-Mortar Small Businesses
Deadline: 30-Sep-23 The Digital Transformation Grant application portal is now open to assist brick-and-mortar small businesses with adoption of technologies. The program will provide training, advisory support and grants to brick-and-mortar small businesses looking to increase their capacity … [Read more...] about Digital Transformation Grant for Brick-and-Mortar Small Businesses
India: LIVE Innovation Fellowship for Entrepreneurship Program
Deadline: 15-Jun-23 Applicants are now invited to submit their applications for the LIVE Innovation Fellowship for Entrepreneurship Program which is designed to promote innovation-led entrepreneurship. LIVE is an Entrepreneurship Development Centre and Business Incubator at the Indian … [Read more...] about India: LIVE Innovation Fellowship for Entrepreneurship Program
Call for Applications: Africa Youth SDG Innovation Award
Deadline: 11-Jun-23 Are you a young African entrepreneur who has developed an innovative solution with a demonstrated positive impact on the achievement of the SDGs on the continent? If yes, then apply now for the Africa Youth SDG Innovation Award. The United Nations Economic Commission for … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Africa Youth SDG Innovation Award
Grants available for Green and Resilient Recovery Local Action Grant Project – Malaysia
Deadline: 23-Jun-23 UNDP Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei Darussalam is seeking qualified organisations to submit a Concept Proposals for the Green and Resilient Recovery Local Action Grant Project (‘GRR Project’) to be implemented between October 2023 and May 2025, in partnership with the … [Read more...] about Grants available for Green and Resilient Recovery Local Action Grant Project – Malaysia
African Agriculture Knowledge transfer partnerships (R3): Innovate UK investing up to £2.5 million in this strand
Deadline: 5-Jul-23 UK registered higher or further education institutions, RTOs or Catapults, can apply for a share of up to £2.5m from the African agriculture KTP, working with a knowledge base and business partner registered in Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya or South Africa. This Knowledge Transfer … [Read more...] about African Agriculture Knowledge transfer partnerships (R3): Innovate UK investing up to £2.5 million in this strand
Applications Open for Fifth Annual $100,000 GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition
Deadline: 19-Jun-23 Youth-led African agrifood businesses are back in the spotlight as Generation Africa rolls out the 2023 edition of the Gogettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition. By identifying and supporting innovative, high-potential agribusinesses, Generation Africa aims to inspire millions … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Fifth Annual $100,000 GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition
Bridge to MassChallenge Japan Startup Competition 2023
Deadline: 9-Jun-23 Applications are now open for the Bridge to MassChallenge Japan, a national startup competition in partnership with METI (Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry) Japan that identifies and accelerates the top startups in Japan while connecting them to the MassChallenge global … [Read more...] about Bridge to MassChallenge Japan Startup Competition 2023
India: Startup Agri-Business Incubation Programme (Seed)
Deadline: 30-Jun-23 CCS NIAM Centre for Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Skill Development launches “Startup Agri-Business Incubation Program” under Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana- Remunerative Approaches for Agriculture and Allied sector Rejuvenation (RKVY-RAFTAAR). Startup agri-businesses … [Read more...] about India: Startup Agri-Business Incubation Programme (Seed)
ARM Labs Lagos Techstars Accelerator Program in Nigeria
Deadline: 9-Aug-23 Techstars is pleased to announce a call for applications for the ARM Labs Lagos Techstars Accelerator Program that invests in early-stage startups based in Africa. Techstars accelerators have one goal: to help entrepreneurs succeed. During each three-month program, they … [Read more...] about ARM Labs Lagos Techstars Accelerator Program in Nigeria
Submit Applications for Austrian-American Partnership Fund
Deadline: 15-Jul-23 Applications are now open for the Austrian-American Partnership Fund (AAPF) to support collaboration and dialogue between Austrian and U.S. NGOs, NPOs, academic institutions, schools, professional associations, and arts and cultural organizations. The goals of the AAPF are … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Austrian-American Partnership Fund
Call for Proposals: Impact Finance for Global Value Chain to support SMEs in the Commodity Sector
Deadline: 1-Oct-23 The Common Fund for Commodities (CFC) invites applications for financial support from qualifying projects. The CFC can offer a range of financial and technical instruments of support to meet specific needs of SMEs/enterprises/businesses, cooperatives, and institutions along … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Impact Finance for Global Value Chain to support SMEs in the Commodity Sector
Kyrgyzstan: The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives offering grants ranging $15,000 to $50,000
Deadline: 9-Jun-23 The Embassy of Canada to Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, and Tajikistan is pleased to launch its annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). The CFLI is a program designed to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, … [Read more...] about Kyrgyzstan: The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives offering grants ranging $15,000 to $50,000
CFLI Grant Program in Kazakhstan: Up to $60,000 Canadian Dollars
Deadline: 9-Jun-23 The Embassy of Canada to Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, and Tajikistan is pleased to launch its annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). The CFLI is a program designed to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, … [Read more...] about CFLI Grant Program in Kazakhstan: Up to $60,000 Canadian Dollars
Call for Proposals: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Kosovo (2023)
Deadline: 9-Jun-23 The Embassy of Canada in Kosovo is pleased to launch its annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). The CFLI is a program designed to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, which align with Global Affairs Canada’s … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Kosovo (2023)
CFLI Grant Program to support NGOs with Small-Scale Projects in Tajikistan
Deadline: 9-Jun-23 The Embassy of Canada to Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, and Tajikistan is pleased to launch its annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). The CFLI is a program designed to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, … [Read more...] about CFLI Grant Program to support NGOs with Small-Scale Projects in Tajikistan
Knowledge Transfer Partnerships: 2023 to 2024 (Round 3) in UK
Deadline: 5-Jul-23 UK registered academic institutions, RTOs or Catapults can apply for a share of up to £9 million to fund innovation projects with businesses or not for profits. The Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) programme allows a UK registered business or not for profit organisation, … [Read more...] about Knowledge Transfer Partnerships: 2023 to 2024 (Round 3) in UK
WDFI Coalition Application for Funding in Ethiopia
Deadline: 22-Jun-23 The United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) is pleased to announce a call for applications to support advocacy efforts and practical solutions to advance women’s digital financial inclusion in Ethiopia. The United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) makes … [Read more...] about WDFI Coalition Application for Funding in Ethiopia
Amplify Europe Opens Call for Applications from Digital Media in Croatia
Deadline: 13-Jun-23 Amplify Europe is currently only open to independent media initiatives based in Croatia. Focus Areas New revenue opportunities: Innovative solutions to revenue challenges that media companies face – opening up new revenue streams to make media organizations more … [Read more...] about Amplify Europe Opens Call for Applications from Digital Media in Croatia
SmartIDEAthon – A Student Pitching Competition (India)
Deadline: 10-Jun-23 Students are invited to pitch in their ideas for start-ups that help build sustainable & resilient communities. SmartIDEAthon is a student pitching competition of ideas built on themes that are currently relevant to the nation and with the aim to create sustainable and … [Read more...] about SmartIDEAthon – A Student Pitching Competition (India)
Applications Open for NAMIP’s Media Product Fellowship in Nigeria
Deadline: 10-Jun-23 Applications are now open for the NAMIP’s Media Product Fellowship to support the editorial independence of media organisations by strengthening their financial sustainability. This four-month-long programme is designed to build the product thinking, execution and business … [Read more...] about Applications Open for NAMIP’s Media Product Fellowship in Nigeria
6th Edition of CATAPULT: Inclusion Africa 2023
Deadline: 18-Jun-23 The LHoFT Foundation has launched the 6th edition of CATAPULT: Inclusion Africa to support selected firms in developing their businesses and achieving their inclusion goals. In addition, firms will participate in the African Micro Finance Week (SAM) thus gathering with the … [Read more...] about 6th Edition of CATAPULT: Inclusion Africa 2023
Dream Venture Masterclasses Program in Australia
Deadline: 12-Jul-23 Are you a first nation’s entrepreneur want to kickstart your dream venture? If, yes then apply for the Dream Venture Masterclasses and Make your business dreams reality. The Dream Venture Masterclasses are dedicated to equipping First Nations Australians with the … [Read more...] about Dream Venture Masterclasses Program in Australia
Bridges for Enterprise Startup: Multi-Stage Incubation Programme
Deadline: 1-Oct-23 Applications are now open for the Bridges for Enterprise Startup’s multi-stage Incubation Programme. The multi-stage Incubation Programme is provided free-of-charge for passionate entrepreneurs seeking to solve some of the world’s most urgent challenges. Goal The goal … [Read more...] about Bridges for Enterprise Startup: Multi-Stage Incubation Programme
Call for Proposals: The Luxembourg-Fiji Drua Innovation Small Grants Scheme
Deadline: 29-May-23 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in partnership with the Governments of Fiji and Luxembourg is inviting the private sector, community cooperatives, civil society organizations and individuals to apply for the Drua Innovation Small Grant Scheme which aims to … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: The Luxembourg-Fiji Drua Innovation Small Grants Scheme
Investigative Reporters and Editors: Freelance Fellowship for Journalists (US)
Deadline: 28-Aug-23 Applications are open for the Investigative Reporters and Editors: Freelance Fellowship for Journalists. The fellowships are awarded for project proposals which demonstrate impact, breadth and significance. Proposals for books, documentaries, cable series and other … [Read more...] about Investigative Reporters and Editors: Freelance Fellowship for Journalists (US)
Stand a chance to win GHS 100,000 under Pitch to Save the World Competition (Ghana)
Deadline: 1-Jun-23 The Pitch to Save the World! Calling on all impact-focused, women-led businesses to pitch their business idea and win a share of GHC100,000. Take advantage of this great opportunity. Apply Now! The Pitch to Save the World series of competitions offers startup capital to the … [Read more...] about Stand a chance to win GHS 100,000 under Pitch to Save the World Competition (Ghana)
LEADERS – Women Innovators in Manufacturing at EIT RIS Competition
Deadline: 18-Jul-23 EIT Manufacturing invites women innovators (i.e. professionals, researchers or entrepreneurs) from EIT RIS eligible countries who have played a leading role in developing innovative manufacturing-related solutions to apply to the LEADERS – Women Innovators in Manufacturing at … [Read more...] about LEADERS – Women Innovators in Manufacturing at EIT RIS Competition
Call for the 2nd Innovation Grants: Offering Core Support
Deadline: 23-Jun-23 Maharat Foundation in collaboration with Free Press Unlimited (FPU), is launching an opportunity to apply for the second innovation grant within a program called “Core Support for Independent Media in the Southern Neighborhood” with the support of the European Union. The … [Read more...] about Call for the 2nd Innovation Grants: Offering Core Support
Building for Peace Scholarship: Supported by Holcim
Deadline: 7-Jun-23 Are you making a positive impact by supporting refugee communities or innovating in the sustainable building industry? Apply now for the One Young World scholarship, supported by Holcim. Driven by its purpose to build progress for people and the planet, Holcim partnered with … [Read more...] about Building for Peace Scholarship: Supported by Holcim
Apply for INGENIOUS Innovation Grants
Deadline: 31-Jul-23 Applications are now open for the INGENIOUS Innovation Grants to address small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) in the Energy Intensive Industries and other SMEs that can be providers of solutions to the EII towards green and digital transition and resilience. The … [Read more...] about Apply for INGENIOUS Innovation Grants
NEX-LABS Innovation Vouchers available for Startups and SMEs
Deadline: 30-Sep-23 NEX-LABS project is offering innovation vouchers for entrepreneurs and SMEs based in Cyprus, Italy, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Spain, Tunisia. These vouchers are mainly directed at acquiring the services of external experts for startups and SMEs to gain access to specific … [Read more...] about NEX-LABS Innovation Vouchers available for Startups and SMEs
Advance Africa Scholarship Program
Deadline: 13-Jun-23 Access Bank and Udacity are awarding 1,000 Nanodegree program scholarships in 2023! Apply if you want to enhance your future career or skill set in today’s most sought-after, in demand tech skills. Udacity is collaborating with Access Bank, a multinational commercial bank, … [Read more...] about Advance Africa Scholarship Program
Applications Open for Corona Plastic Free Challenge
Deadline: 30-Jun-23 The 100+ Accelerator is looking for passionate entrepreneurs from across the globe to help them find new ideas or technologies that can become new standards for reducing or eliminating plastic from the consumer goods industry. The 100+ Accelerator is launched by AB InBev to … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Corona Plastic Free Challenge
100+ Accelerator’s Climate Action Challenge
Deadline: 30-Jun-23 100+ Accelerator is seeking applications for the Climate Action Challenge to help supply chains reach net zero carbon emissions by finding affordable technologies to decarbonize their value chains. The 100+ Accelerator was launched by AB InBev in 2018 to help the company … [Read more...] about 100+ Accelerator’s Climate Action Challenge
100+ Accelerator’s Biodiversity Challenge – Apply Now!
Deadline: 30-Jun-23 The 100+ Accelerator is looking for startups that have solutions to protect, renew, and grow the biodiversity of all ecosystems to sustain life on Earth, and maintain the foundation of the supply chains and businesses. The 100+ Accelerator is launched by AB InBev to help … [Read more...] about 100+ Accelerator’s Biodiversity Challenge – Apply Now!
NIDHI-PRAYAS Program in India
Deadline: 12-Jun-23 To address the gap in the very early stage idea/ proof of concept funding, under the National Initiative for Developing and Harnessing the Innovations (NIDHI) the National Science & Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board (NSTEDB), Department of Science & … [Read more...] about NIDHI-PRAYAS Program in India
NIDHI – Entrepreneurs-in-Residence Programme (India)
Deadline: 10-Jun-23 The NIDHI-Entrepreneurs-in-Residence (EIR) programme is providing tremendous opportunities for innovative entrepreneurs to expand their networks and get critical feedback on their ventures in order to promote their entrepreneurial career goals and aspirations. NIDHI – … [Read more...] about NIDHI – Entrepreneurs-in-Residence Programme (India)
NIDHI-Seed Support System Initiative (India)
Deadline: 31-May-23 Applications are now open for the NIDHI-Seed Support System, an initiative of the National Science and Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board (NSTEDB), Department of Science and Technology to provide financial support in the form of seed support to startups to aid them … [Read more...] about NIDHI-Seed Support System Initiative (India)
