Deadline: 3-Oct-22 With support from USAID, African Management Institute (AMI) and Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs (ANDE)- South Africa have partnered to offer EMERGE programme to benefit women-led SGBs in a comprehensive and collaboratively designed solution to mitigate the systemic … [Read more...] about USAID supported Programme for Women-led Businesses in South Africa
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.
Open Call: Asia Future Lab on Textile and Fashion
Deadline: 4-Oct-22 The Asia Future Lab for Innovation and Policy – a collaborative partnership between SEED and GO4SDGs – offers a platform for green SME stakeholders, such as policymakers, financiers, and entrepreneurs, to make the textile and fashion sector ready for 2030 by developing … [Read more...] about Open Call: Asia Future Lab on Textile and Fashion
Open Innovation Challenge: Funding of up to INR 1 Crore (India)
Deadline: 31-Oct-22 Atal Innovation Mission has launched the Atal New India Challenge under the theme of Open Innovation Challenge. The Atal New India Challenges initiative by Atal Innovation Mission is aimed at supporting innovators creating products based on advanced technologies in areas of … [Read more...] about Open Innovation Challenge: Funding of up to INR 1 Crore (India)
EVitalize 2022 – Powering What’s Next in India
Deadline: 5-Oct-22 DSEU Innovation and Incubation Centre for Entrepreneurship (DIICE) in partnership with Hero MotoCorp is excited to introduce ‘EVitalize 2022 - Powering What's Next’, a showcase of EV innovation. The hackathon aims to promote the drive towards sustainability by solving … [Read more...] about EVitalize 2022 – Powering What’s Next in India
Justice Entrepreneurship School Programme in Nigeria
Deadline: 30-Sep-22 Are you a startup preventing or resolving justice issues around money or family? Do you aspire for everybody to have access to justice at work, home, in the neighbourhood and in business? If yes, then this programme is for you! The Justice Entrepreneurship School (JES) is a … [Read more...] about Justice Entrepreneurship School Programme in Nigeria
UNDP inviting Organisations with Projects to strengthen Resilience of Livelihoods in Zambia
Deadline: 14-Oct-22 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) hereby invites interested Small Scale Cross Border Trader associations and organisations to submit Proposals to participate in developing projects that strengthen resilience of livelihoods, that are environmentally sound, and … [Read more...] about UNDP inviting Organisations with Projects to strengthen Resilience of Livelihoods in Zambia
Funding Applications are now open! Calling all Women-led Organizations in Healthcare
Deadline: 30-Nov-22 Women in Innovation Fund (WIN Fund) is now open for women-led enterprises and innovators working on health innovations and improving access to healthcare in Egypt, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa, and Uganda. You are making a real difference in people’s lives. … [Read more...] about Funding Applications are now open! Calling all Women-led Organizations in Healthcare
National Small Business Week Awards in the US
Deadline: 8-Dec-22 The U.S. Small Business Administration is accepting applications for its National Small Business Week Awards. As part of National Small Business Week, the U.S. Small Business Administration takes the opportunity to highlight the impact of outstanding entrepreneurs, small … [Read more...] about National Small Business Week Awards in the US
Ageas INsure Open Innovation Program for International Startups
Deadline: 30-Sep-22 Ageas INsure is now accepting applications for its Open Innovation Program to develop and validate innovative solutions that can increase people's protection, while also improving their quality of life and customer experience. The goal of the program is to connect startups … [Read more...] about Ageas INsure Open Innovation Program for International Startups
2022 Africa Earth Observation (AEO) Challenge
Deadline: 30-Sep-22 The Africa Earth Observation (AEO) Challenge is now open for applications. KeNIA, the Kenya National Innovation Agency, has the mandate to develop and manage the National Innovation System. Working with partners, KeNIA strengthens the networks of actors to promote … [Read more...] about 2022 Africa Earth Observation (AEO) Challenge
Funding Opportunity: Establish An Innovation Adoption Accelerator (UK)
Deadline: 13-Dec-22 Apply for funding to establish one of two social science Innovation Adoption Accelerators in Professional and Financial Services (PFS). Aims of the Investment The aims of the adoption accelerators are to: Enable research-led organisations to support businesses in … [Read more...] about Funding Opportunity: Establish An Innovation Adoption Accelerator (UK)
Malaysia Management Excellence Awards
Deadline: 7-Oct-22 The Malaysia Management Excellence Awards is now accepting nominations. The programme will honor the country's most outstanding leaders, innovators and teams whose initiatives have brought tangible business gains for the success of their companies. It will also highlight … [Read more...] about Malaysia Management Excellence Awards
2nd EIT Manufacturing CFPs for Innovation, Education, and Business Creation
Deadline: 10-Nov-22 The EIT Manufacturing has announced the 2nd call for proposals for Innovation, Education and Business Creation. The annual EIT Manufacturing Call for Proposals is a vehicle to allocate funding for projects in line with the strategic objectives and focus areas of EIT … [Read more...] about 2nd EIT Manufacturing CFPs for Innovation, Education, and Business Creation
A Challenge to address challenges in the Urban Water Sector in India (Rs. 20 lakh in funding)
Deadline: 9-Dec-22 The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA), Govt. of India and MyGov, invites applications/ proposals from interested/ eligible start-ups to provide innovative technological & business solutions to address challenges in the urban water sector in India. MoHUA has … [Read more...] about A Challenge to address challenges in the Urban Water Sector in India (Rs. 20 lakh in funding)
Teach a Man to Fish: School Enterprise Challenge (USD $25,000 worth of prizes available)
Deadline: 22-Nov-22 Entries are now open for the School Enterprise Challenge an international business programme for schools. It helps young people all around the world to develop business skills and essential life skills. The School Enterprise Challenge is an award-winning educational … [Read more...] about Teach a Man to Fish: School Enterprise Challenge (USD $25,000 worth of prizes available)
Publicis Sapient’s Global EnergyTech Awards 2022
Deadline: 30-Sep-22 The Publicis Sapient is pleased to announce the Global Energytech Award 2022. Publicis Sapient excited to bring back for a second year Global EnergyTech Awards. There's an increasing need for energy companies to partner with innovators to scale up the skills and technology … [Read more...] about Publicis Sapient’s Global EnergyTech Awards 2022
UNCAP: Receive Early-stage Capital ranging between 10,000 EUR and 50,000 EUR
Deadline: 30-Sep-22 Are you a local founder based in Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, or Nigeria looking to raise early-stage funding? Do you have a limited registered company, consistent revenues, and well-kept business records? Apply for the 2022 investment cohort. Uncap are creating a new approach to … [Read more...] about UNCAP: Receive Early-stage Capital ranging between 10,000 EUR and 50,000 EUR
8th Open Call for StandICT.eu Fellowship Programme 2023
Deadline: 30-Sep-22 Looking for funds to support your work on ICT Standards? If yes, then apply for StandICT.eu Fellowship Programme 2023 to create a truly consolidated European Standardisation Ecosystem. The topics for the StandICT.eu 2023 calls are defined through continuous monitoring and … [Read more...] about 8th Open Call for StandICT.eu Fellowship Programme 2023
Funding Competition: Knowledge Transfer Partnerships 2022 to 2023 (UK)
Deadline: 16-Nov-22 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 … [Read more...] about Funding Competition: Knowledge Transfer Partnerships 2022 to 2023 (UK)
2022 Fintech Innovation Challenge in India: A Chance to Win Up to INR 50 Lakhs
Deadline: 20-Oct-22 Andhra Pradesh Innovation Society (APIS) in partnership with APCFSS & FinBlue STPI CoE, Chennai, is launching the "FINTECH Innovation Challenge" for scouting innovations and start-ups engaged in using emerging technologies such as Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial … [Read more...] about 2022 Fintech Innovation Challenge in India: A Chance to Win Up to INR 50 Lakhs
AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award in Australia
Deadline: 19-Oct-22 Nominations are now open for the AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award to empower and celebrate the inclusive and courageous leadership of women involved in Australia’s rural and emerging industries, businesses, and communities, now and into the future. AgriFutures Australia is … [Read more...] about AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award in Australia
TotalEnergies Acceleration Program
Deadline: 3-Oct-22 If your start-up is innovating in electricity & renewables, come and join the TotalEnergies Acceleration Program! TotalEnergies On is the dedicated TotalEnergies acceleration program based in Paris, at STATION F for start-ups developing innovative solutions in the … [Read more...] about TotalEnergies Acceleration Program
Mastercard Start Path Ukraine Program for Fintechs and Entrepreneurs
Deadline: 20-Oct-22 Mastercard has announced the Start Path Ukraine program which is designed specifically for Ukrainian fintech and entrepreneurs to enable startups to accelerate growth and contribute to the rebuilding of Ukraine`s economy. It will initially support five Ukrainian start-ups … [Read more...] about Mastercard Start Path Ukraine Program for Fintechs and Entrepreneurs
Call for Proposals: Women’s Economic Empowerment Project in Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan
Deadline: 10-Oct-22 UN Women is inviting applications for its project “Women’s Economic Empowerment” (WEE) that will work directly with at least 1,000 Women workers (WWs) and Women Owned Businesses (WOBs) in Districts Diamer, Gilgit and Hunza of Gilgit Baltistan, mobilizing them, forming them … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Women’s Economic Empowerment Project in Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan
Hanga Pitchfest 2022: The Largest in-Person Technology Event in Rwanda
Deadline: 17-Oct-22 The Government of Rwanda led by the Ministry of ICT and Innovation and Rwanda Development Board are bringing Hanga Pitchfest 2022 to provide a unique platform to showcase tech-entrepreneurs and creative talents from all over the country and promote the use of technology and … [Read more...] about Hanga Pitchfest 2022: The Largest in-Person Technology Event in Rwanda
SEED invites Applications for Starter Programme in India
Deadline: 6-Oct-22 SEED is now inviting applications for its Starter Programme in India. What does SEED Starter Offer? As a SEED Starter Team, you along with other aspiring entrepreneurs will receive valuable resources and professional support to expand on your entrepreneurial ideas while … [Read more...] about SEED invites Applications for Starter Programme in India
UNDP RFPs: Upskilling Women to Become Digital Marketing Professionals in Armenia
Deadline: 30-Sep-22 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) requests you to submit your Proposal for Upskilling women to become Digital Marketing Professionals. The development of high-growth women’s entrepreneurship and productive employability in Armenia faces ecosystem level … [Read more...] about UNDP RFPs: Upskilling Women to Become Digital Marketing Professionals in Armenia
Call for Proposals: PROPEA Program 2023 in Egypt
Deadline: 26-Sep-22 The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic announces a call for providers for the PROPEA program for 2023. PROPEA, accredited expert entities operating abroad (with the support of the Czech Embassy in the country) provide services of economic diplomacy to Czech … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: PROPEA Program 2023 in Egypt
Grant up to INR 30,000 available under Entrepreneurs-in-Residence Program (India)
Deadline: 25-Sep-22 IIT Mandi Catalyst is seeking applications for Entrepreneurs-in-Residence (EIR), one of the programs introduced under NIDHI to inspire the best talents to be entrepreneurs, to minimize the risk involved in pursuing start-ups, and to partially set off their opportunity costs of … [Read more...] about Grant up to INR 30,000 available under Entrepreneurs-in-Residence Program (India)
Green Light Accelerator Program Australia: Up to $15,000 AUD in Seed-funding
Deadline: 17-Nov-22 Have you got an algae business or business idea that you are ready to grow? If yes, then apply for the fourth cohort of the Deep Green Biotech Hub's flagship Green Light Accelerator Program. Green Light is a 12-week accelerator program running from February - May … [Read more...] about Green Light Accelerator Program Australia: Up to $15,000 AUD in Seed-funding
PROPEA Program 2023 in Lebanon
Deadline: 26-Sep-22 The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic announces a call for providers for the PROPEA program for 2023. PROPEA, accredited expert entities operating abroad (with the support of the Czech Embassy in the country) provide services of economic diplomacy to Czech … [Read more...] about PROPEA Program 2023 in Lebanon
Business Facade Improvement Program in Canada
Deadline: 1-Nov-22 The Kitimat is now inviting applications for its Business Facade Improvement Program. The District of Kitimat, in collaboration with the Kitimat Chamber of Commerce, aims to enhance economic development by encouraging private sector investment in facade improvements for … [Read more...] about Business Facade Improvement Program in Canada
Verizon Forward for Good Accelerator: Health Equity (US)
Deadline: 11-Nov-22 Verizon is looking for Seed & Series A startups with next generation technology solutions that work to close the gaps in health access and outcomes and break down barriers to quality care. Health Tech has the potential to unlock a more equitable healthcare system. 5G … [Read more...] about Verizon Forward for Good Accelerator: Health Equity (US)
Microsoft announces AI Grant Program
Deadline: 1-Oct-22 Applications are open now for Microsoft's AI Grant Program. Recent breakthroughs in large models are changing the way they relate to unimaginably large datasets. But the models are not products. There is a tremendous opportunity for founders who understand what these models … [Read more...] about Microsoft announces AI Grant Program
Call for Proposals: Implementing Extracurricular STEAM Activities for Youth in Palestine
Deadline: 1-Nov-22 Enabel has launched a call for proposals to support quality extracurricular STEAM activities as part of the Education and Learning (QEL), Empowered Youth in a Green Palestine Portfolio. Objectives Enabel’s new portfolio aims to contribute to the following two general … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Implementing Extracurricular STEAM Activities for Youth in Palestine
Growth Accelerator Malawi Programme: Up to USD40,000
Deadline: 14-Oct-22 Grow Malawi has launched the sixth round of the Growth Accelerator Malawi Programme, a 12-months business acceleration programme for youthful high-impact post-revenue businesses looking to grow and scale. Growth Accelerator Malawi is implemented by mHub, Malawi’s first … [Read more...] about Growth Accelerator Malawi Programme: Up to USD40,000
USAID: Private Sector Led Growth, Resilience and Response Activity in Macedonia
Deadline: 31-Oct-22 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications from qualified entities to implement the Private Sector Led Growth, Resilience and Response Activity. This Activity aims to support economic growth in North Macedonia driven by the … [Read more...] about USAID: Private Sector Led Growth, Resilience and Response Activity in Macedonia
PROPEA: Call for Proposals for Projects 2023 (Estonia)
Deadline: 26-Sep-22 The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Tallinn is accepting applications for PROPEA Call for Proposals for Projects 2023. Within the PROPEA program, accredited expert entities operating abroad (with the support of the Czech Embassy in the country) provide services of economic … [Read more...] about PROPEA: Call for Proposals for Projects 2023 (Estonia)
Starter Company Plus Program in Canada
Deadline: 13-Oct-22 The Kawartha Lakes Small Business Entrepreneurship Centre (KLSBEC) has announced the applications for its Starter Company Plus Program to provide entrepreneurs with free access to training and mentorship to help launch or grow their early-stage business. The 2022 Starter … [Read more...] about Starter Company Plus Program in Canada
Latin America Future Lab on Agriculture and Food
Deadline: 13-Oct-22 The Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) Future Lab for Innovation and Policy – a collaborative partnership between SEED and GO4SDGs – offers a platform for green SME stakeholders, such as policy makers, financiers and entrepreneurs, to make the agriculture and food sector … [Read more...] about Latin America Future Lab on Agriculture and Food
Thailand: SEED Replicator Programme
Deadline: 28-Sep-22 The SEED Replicator Programme is now open for applications. SEED is a global partnership for action on sustainable development and the green economy that was founded by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and … [Read more...] about Thailand: SEED Replicator Programme
Open Call for Critical Producer Grant in Australia
Deadline: 30-Jun-23 The NSW Government is pleased to announce the Critical Producer Grant to help key primary production industries in storm and flood-hit areas, helping them to remain viable and effectively recover to support the local and state economy. Objectives The objective of the program … [Read more...] about Open Call for Critical Producer Grant in Australia
Acholi Agribusiness Innovation Challenge in Uganda
Deadline: 9-Oct-22 The Acholi Agribusiness Innovation Challenge is now open for applications to promote sustainable agriculture, curb malnutrition, promote food security and improve farmers’ livelihoods. In addition, the challenge seeks to identify and support innovative business solutions … [Read more...] about Acholi Agribusiness Innovation Challenge in Uganda
CFYE: Call for Solutions in Kenya
Deadline: 4-Nov-22 Challenge Fund for Youth Employment (CFYE) is seeking innovative solutions from private sector employers (e.g., manufacturing, service industries) that will address the youth employment challenge by creating, matching, and improving jobs for youth, with a particular focus on … [Read more...] about CFYE: Call for Solutions in Kenya
Public Affairs Section Grants in El Salvador
Deadline: 15-Dec-22 The U.S. Embassy San Salvador, Public Affairs Section, is seeking proposals for projects throughout the year in areas of mutual U.S.-Salvadoran interest, with a particular focus on improving security and creating economic opportunity. Priority subjects include programs … [Read more...] about Public Affairs Section Grants in El Salvador
MRANTI Impact Challenge Accelerator Programme in Malaysia
Deadline: 3-Nov-22 The MRANTI Impact Challenge Accelerator (MICA) is now open for applications to support and enhance the adoption of impact-driven solutions in tackling social and environmental challenges. A problem-solving challenge that seeks commercially-driven solutions to social & … [Read more...] about MRANTI Impact Challenge Accelerator Programme in Malaysia
Australia: Business Collaboration Grants
Deadline: 30-Sep-22 The Surf Coast Shire Council is currently seeking applications for its Business Collaboration Grants to support a thriving, connected business community. Council is committed to growing a prosperous economy through fostering an environment where business people can connect … [Read more...] about Australia: Business Collaboration Grants
VC Connect- Women Founders in India
Deadline: 12-Oct-22 Freshworks is excited to welcome you to VC Connect for Women Founders India Edition by Freshworks for Startups in collaboration with Startup India. It's open to early-stage startups (pre-seed and above) while being sector agnostic. If you are a startup with one or more … [Read more...] about VC Connect- Women Founders in India
Enterprise Development Programme: Black and Minoritised Communities Sector (United Kingdom)
Deadline: 27-Sep-22 Applications are now open for the Enterprise Development Programme (EDP), a five-year programme, funded by Access – The Foundation for Social Investment. It is managed by a coalition of partners, including multiple infrastructure bodies (sector leads) and Social Investment … [Read more...] about Enterprise Development Programme: Black and Minoritised Communities Sector (United Kingdom)
Accelerate Sydney Business Events Fund in Australia
Deadline: 30-Sep-22 The Besydney, Destination NSW is now inviting applications for its Accelerate Sydney Business Events Fund to incentivise business event organisers to contract and hold their next small to medium-sized business events in Sydney in 2022 - 2023. Program Objectives The … [Read more...] about Accelerate Sydney Business Events Fund in Australia
