Deadline: 4 September 2016 The Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Trust, in partnership with Comic Relief and The Royal Commonwealth Society are currently inviting applicants for its 2017 Queen’s Young Leader Programme in order to discover, celebrate and support young people from every Commonwealth … [Read more...] about Queen’s Young Leader Programme 2017: Supporting Young People from Commonwealth Nations
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Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation: Applications Open for STEM Prize 2016
Deadline: 30 September 2016 The Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation is seeking applicants for its STEM Prize 2016 in order to raise awareness on the importance of STEM to an economy and encourage more youths. The STEM Prize was established to encourage young Cameroonians and Africans, especially … [Read more...] about Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation: Applications Open for STEM Prize 2016
Apply for South African Youth Awards 2016!
Deadline: 31 August 2016 Nominations are open for South African Youth Awards by National Youth Development Agency (NYDA). NYDA is a South African-based agency established primarily to tackle challenges that the nation’s youth are faced with. The awards aim to celebrate and showcase to the rest of … [Read more...] about Apply for South African Youth Awards 2016!
Asia Pacific Youth Forum 2016: Youth and Mountains in the Sustainable Development Goals
Deadline: 14 August 2016 The International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) is currently inviting applications for its Asia Pacific Youth Forum 2016 (APYF2016): Youth and Mountains in the Sustainable Development Goals, which will take place in Kathmandu, Nepal from 27-30 … [Read more...] about Asia Pacific Youth Forum 2016: Youth and Mountains in the Sustainable Development Goals
Webinar Video: How to Raise Funds from the European Commission
The Webinar Video on "How to Raise Funds from the European Commission" is now available online. The European Commission (EC) is a significant source of funding for NGOs worldwide. Its regular calls for proposals and other grant opportunities offer a substantial amount of funding resources for … [Read more...] about Webinar Video: How to Raise Funds from the European Commission
Elisabeth & Amelie Fund: Supporting Sustainable Water Management in Developing Countries
Deadline: 17 October 2016 The King Baudouin Foundation is currently inviting applicants for its Elisabeth & Amelie Fund with an aim to instigate a new form of support for sustainable water management in developing countries by financing on-the-spot internships for students from developing … [Read more...] about Elisabeth & Amelie Fund: Supporting Sustainable Water Management in Developing Countries
Villgro Unconvention Pitch: Present Your Ideas to Improve the Lives of Poor in India
Deadline: 15 August 2016 Villgro is inviting budding entrepreneurs for an initiative entitled "Unconvention" to present their business idea to a panel of experts and get valuable feedback and guidance that will help improve their business proposition. The Unconvention Pitch will provide the … [Read more...] about Villgro Unconvention Pitch: Present Your Ideas to Improve the Lives of Poor in India
Nominations Open for Commonwealth Youth Work Week 2016!
Deadline: 31 August 2016 Applicants are invited to apply for Commonwealth Youth Work Week 2016, an annual initiative by the Commonwealth Secretariat that highlights the contribution and achievements of youth work, youth workers, and youth organizations throughout the 53 Commonwealth member … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Commonwealth Youth Work Week 2016!
Call for Papers: 2016 International Assembly of Youth for UNESCO (Y4U)
Deadline: 15 August 2016 The 2016 International Assembly of Youth for UNESCO (Y4U) is inviting applicants to submit papers that contain the best practices of the organization and must be aligned with any of the themes mention below. Y4U aims to gather at least 300 members of UNESCO Clubs and … [Read more...] about Call for Papers: 2016 International Assembly of Youth for UNESCO (Y4U)
Applications Open for British Council’s 2016 UK-Gulf Institutional Links Grants
Deadline: 7 October 2016 The British Council is currently inviting applicants for its 2016 UK-Gulf Institutional Links Grants with an aim to establish links beyond the level of the individual researcher and innovation practitioner, opening up opportunities for sustainable, solution-oriented … [Read more...] about Applications Open for British Council’s 2016 UK-Gulf Institutional Links Grants
World Wildlife Fund: Seeking Applications for 2016 Conservation Workshop Grants
Deadline: 1 November 2016 The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) is seeking applications from local organizations for its 2016 Conservation Workshop Grants. The grants support training workshops with a strong hands-on learning component that will build capacity for people living in WWF priority places in … [Read more...] about World Wildlife Fund: Seeking Applications for 2016 Conservation Workshop Grants
EEPAP Travel Grants: Supporting International Exchange between Artists and Activists
Deadline: 25 August 2016 East European Performing Arts Platform (EEPAP) is currently accepting applications for its Travel Grants with an aim to support and facilitate international exchange between artists and activists and development of educational programmes concentrating on performing … [Read more...] about EEPAP Travel Grants: Supporting International Exchange between Artists and Activists
Applications Open for Young Carer Bursary Programme
Deadline: 14 September 2016 Applicants are invited to apply for Young Carer Bursary Programme that aims to help relieve the financial pressure on young carers to undertake part-time employment, in addition to managing their educational and caring responsibilities. The provision of a bursary … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Young Carer Bursary Programme
Venture Capital For Africa: Africa Tech Now Village for African Startups
Deadline: 31 August 2016 The Venture Capital For Africa (VC4A) is seeking proposals for Africa Tech Now Village that offers promising African Startups the ability to demonstrate their innovations during the show. It aims at identifying and promoting the (10) ten best Start-ups of the African … [Read more...] about Venture Capital For Africa: Africa Tech Now Village for African Startups
PACEsetter Fund: Improving the Viability of Off Grid Renewable Energy Businesses
Deadline:12 August 2016 The Governments of the Republic of India and the United States of America are currently inviting applicants for its PACEsetter Fund with an aim to improve the viability of off grid renewable energy businesses that sell small scale (under 1 megawatt) clean energy systems to … [Read more...] about PACEsetter Fund: Improving the Viability of Off Grid Renewable Energy Businesses
SADC/WaterNet: Regional Masters Programme in Integrated Water Resources Management
Deadline: 26 August 2016 WaterNet, The South African Development Community (SADC) subsidiary institution for capacity building in Water Resources Management is pleased to announce the call for applications for the Regional Masters Programme in Integrated Water Resources Management for the 2017/18 … [Read more...] about SADC/WaterNet: Regional Masters Programme in Integrated Water Resources Management
Commonwealth Youth Worker Awards 2016: Nominations Open for Youth Workers across the Commonwealth
Deadline: 31 August 2016 Nominations open for the Commonwealth Youth Worker Awards 2016, which will recognise youth workers who utilise sport and arts programmes to engage and empower young people across the Commonwealth. The Commonwealth Youth Worker Awards celebrate the positive impact of youth … [Read more...] about Commonwealth Youth Worker Awards 2016: Nominations Open for Youth Workers across the Commonwealth
Applications Open for Atlantic Dialogues Emerging Leaders Program!
Deadline: 12 September 2016 The German Marshall Fund of the United States and the OCP Policy Center are seeking applications for its fifth edition of the Atlantic Dialogues Emerging Leaders Program. Held under the theme “Changing Mental Maps: Strategies for an Atlantic in Transition,” this unique … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Atlantic Dialogues Emerging Leaders Program!
Apply for 2016 International Assembly of Youth for UNESCO (Y4U)!
Deadline: 31 August 2016 Applications are invited for 2016 International Assembly of Youth for UNESCO (Y4U) that aims to gather at least 300 members of UNESCO Clubs and youth organizations working on the ideals of UNESCO and provide an avenue for sharing of best practices, ideas and promote … [Read more...] about Apply for 2016 International Assembly of Youth for UNESCO (Y4U)!
The Darwin Initiative: Apply for Post Project Funding
Deadline: 7 November 2016 Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs and Department for International Development are seeking applications for Darwin Initiative Post Project Funding. Post project funding may be considered where there is a specific need to do more work on a successful and … [Read more...] about The Darwin Initiative: Apply for Post Project Funding
DFID: Delivering UK Support to Post Earthquake Reconstruction in Nepal
Deadline: 9 September 2016 The UK’s Department for International Development (DFID) seeks applications for its programme titled- Delivering UK Support to Post Earthquake Reconstruction in Nepal. Post two devastating earthquakes in Nepal in 2015 DFID plans to support the Government and people of … [Read more...] about DFID: Delivering UK Support to Post Earthquake Reconstruction in Nepal
Apply to Participate in GOFC-GOLD Data Initiative Advanced Training 2016
Deadline: 19 August 2016 The Global Observation of Forest and Land Cover Dynamics (GOFC-GOLD) Program invites applicants for its fifth Data Initiative, an advanced training on access, management, use and application of earth observation data, tools and methods during October 10 – 14 2016 in … [Read more...] about Apply to Participate in GOFC-GOLD Data Initiative Advanced Training 2016
2016 Orange Social Venture Prize: Improving Connectivity in Rural Areas
Deadline: 21 September 2016 Orange is currently inviting applications for its 6th edition of the 2016 Orange Social Venture Prize in order to reward entrepreneurs developing products or services that use ICT in an innovative way to meet the needs of people in Africa or the Middle East. Orange’s … [Read more...] about 2016 Orange Social Venture Prize: Improving Connectivity in Rural Areas
SEARCA Graduate Scholarship for Southeast Asians: Studying in Agriculture & Related Sciences
Deadline: 31 July 2016 The Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) is currently inviting applications for its Graduate Scholarship (MS and PhD) in agriculture and related fields for Academic Year 2017-2018. Focus Areas Social Inclusion … [Read more...] about SEARCA Graduate Scholarship for Southeast Asians: Studying in Agriculture & Related Sciences
Pacific Island Countries Participation Fund: Improving Decision-Making Processes
Deadline: 1 August 2016 The New Zealand Aid Programme is accepting applications for its Pacific Island Countries Participation Fund (PIC Fund) with an aim to increase attendance by Pacific Island citizens at regional and international conferences or events relevant to their countries … [Read more...] about Pacific Island Countries Participation Fund: Improving Decision-Making Processes
Call for Applications: Incubator for Integration and Development in East Africa (IIDEA)
Deadline: 31 July 2016 The East African Community Secretariat (EACS) in collaboration with the Regional Dialogue Committee (RDC), in partnership with GIZ is currently inviting applications for its Incubator for Integration and Development in East Africa (IIDEA) which incubates small-scale regional … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Incubator for Integration and Development in East Africa (IIDEA)
TUBITAK Research Fellowships 2016: Seeking Researchers in the Fields of Agricultural Sciences
Deadline: 7 October 2016 The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (TÜBİTAK) is inviting international highly qualified PhD students and young post-doctoral researchers to pursue their research in Turkey in the fields of Natural Sciences, Engineering and Technological Sciences, … [Read more...] about TUBITAK Research Fellowships 2016: Seeking Researchers in the Fields of Agricultural Sciences
2016 IPNI Science Award: Protecting Soil & Environmental Quality
Deadline: 30 September 2016 The International Plant Nutrition Institute (IPNI) is inviting applicants for its IPNI Science award with a motive to recognize and promote distinguished contributions by scientists involved with global ecological intensification as related to crop … [Read more...] about 2016 IPNI Science Award: Protecting Soil & Environmental Quality
John Dillon Memorial Fellowship: Developing Leadership Skills in the Areas of Agricultural Research
Deadline: 31 August 2016 Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) is seeking applicants for its John Dillon Memorial Fellowship with an aim to develop leadership skills in the areas of agricultural research management, agricultural policy and/or extension technologies. This … [Read more...] about John Dillon Memorial Fellowship: Developing Leadership Skills in the Areas of Agricultural Research
WIT Early Career Award 2016: Professional Development Opportunities for Women Working in Wheat
Deadline: 30 October 2016 The Borlaug Global Rust Initiative (BGRI) is seeking applicants for its Women in Triticum (WIT) Early Career Award 2016 in order to provide professional development opportunities for women working in wheat during the early stages of their career. Objectives Reduce … [Read more...] about WIT Early Career Award 2016: Professional Development Opportunities for Women Working in Wheat
MEETAfrica Call for Proposals 2016: Innovative Solutions in Agriculture, Industrial or Services
Deadline: 15 September 2016 The Institute of Research for Development (IRD), Campus France and the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammentarbeit (GIZ) have jointly announced a call for proposals from young researchers or young qualified professionals for its MEETAfrica (Mobilization … [Read more...] about MEETAfrica Call for Proposals 2016: Innovative Solutions in Agriculture, Industrial or Services
AgriFoSe2030 Programme: Inviting Young African Researchers for Agricultural Development
Deadline: 29 August 2016 The Agriculture for Food Security 2030 (AgriFoSe2030) programme funded by the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) will conduct a training course for African young researchers on effective research-to-policy communication for agricultural … [Read more...] about AgriFoSe2030 Programme: Inviting Young African Researchers for Agricultural Development
4th EU Joint Rural Development Programme: Scaling Up Good Agricultural Practices
Deadline: 21 August 2016 The European Union is currently accepting proposals from eligible organisations for its European Joint Rural Development Programme (EU-JRDP) with an aim to improve the quality of life of the people living in the rural areas with special focus on the sustainable management … [Read more...] about 4th EU Joint Rural Development Programme: Scaling Up Good Agricultural Practices
African Union Research Grants: Focusing On Food,Nutrition Security and Sustainable Agriculture
Deadline: 17 August 2016 The African Union Commission (AUC) is currently inviting applications for its Research Grants with an aim to support projects that are working to eradicate Hunger and Ensure Food and nutrition security. The deployment and the improvement of science and technology research … [Read more...] about African Union Research Grants: Focusing On Food,Nutrition Security and Sustainable Agriculture
Eco-generation Regional Ambassadors Program: Promoting Environmental Awareness
Deadline: 21 August 2016 Eco-generation is seeking applicants for the 17th Eco-generation Regional Ambassadors Program with an aim to provide exceptional experiences with the opportunities to actively plan, to execute or participate in various environmental awareness programs in each region and … [Read more...] about Eco-generation Regional Ambassadors Program: Promoting Environmental Awareness
Nuffield Foundation: Seeking Applications for Research and Innovation Grants Programs
Deadline: 10 October 2016 Nuffield Foundation is seeking applications for its various research and innovation programmes with an aim to improve social well-being in the widest sense, primarily by funding research and innovation in education and social policy. The Foundation believes that policy … [Read more...] about Nuffield Foundation: Seeking Applications for Research and Innovation Grants Programs
CROP: Seeking Applications for Social Inclusion and Poverty Eradication Workshop
Deadline: 15 August 2016 The Comparative Research Programme on Poverty (CROP) is currently seeking applications for its Social Inclusion and Poverty Eradication 2016 workshop with an aim to explore the ways in which social exclusion contributes to poverty, and how social inclusion in various … [Read more...] about CROP: Seeking Applications for Social Inclusion and Poverty Eradication Workshop
AWDF: Feminist Coaching Project on Leadership for Women Leaders
Deadline: 8 August 2016 The African Women’s Development Fund (AWDF) is currently inviting applications for its Feminist Coaching Project on Leadership for Women Leaders to include strengthening governance frameworks within participating organizations. The project is based on knowledge of the … [Read more...] about AWDF: Feminist Coaching Project on Leadership for Women Leaders
UNA Germany: Establishing a UN Youth Delegate Programme in Countries of the Global South
Deadline: 15 August 2016 The United Nations Association of Germany (UNA Germany) has announced the call for applications for a workshop on Establishing a United Nations Youth Delegate Programme in Countries of the Global South. The workshop will support 6 to 8 young people from countries of the … [Read more...] about UNA Germany: Establishing a UN Youth Delegate Programme in Countries of the Global South
YPARD Nepal Calls for Workshop: Youth’s Grant Writing Skills Enhancement
Deadline: 28 July 2016 The Young Professionals for Agricultural Development (YPARD) Nepal invites Nepalese youth between 18-40 years to participate in the Youth’s Grant Writing Skills Enhancement. The workshop will encourage professionals to enhance the quality of grant and technical writing. This … [Read more...] about YPARD Nepal Calls for Workshop: Youth’s Grant Writing Skills Enhancement
South Asia Adaptation Campaign: Highlighting Adaptation to Climate Change
Deadline: 12 August 2016 Climate Tracker is currently inviting applications for its South Asia Adaptation Conference with an aim to highlight adaptation to climate change in South Asia in the face of keeping global temperature below 1.5 degrees of warming. The main goal is to publish an article … [Read more...] about South Asia Adaptation Campaign: Highlighting Adaptation to Climate Change
U.S.-India Young Leaders Program: Identifying, Cultivating and Supporting Young Leaders
Deadline: 22 September 2016 The U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Section in New Delhi is soliciting proposals for a program entitled “U.S.-India Young Leaders Program (U.S.-India YLP)” with an aim to identify, cultivate and support young leaders in both the United States and India who have the potential … [Read more...] about U.S.-India Young Leaders Program: Identifying, Cultivating and Supporting Young Leaders
Why Crowdfunding is the Best Fundraising Option for your NGO
By working at a grassroots level NGOs and Non Profits improve many lives. However their biggest challenge is finding sources to fund their work. Most often they rely on word of mouth publicity to obtain donations. The introduction of “Crowdfunding” has relieved them of this concern. Crowdfunding is … [Read more...] about Why Crowdfunding is the Best Fundraising Option for your NGO
Apply for CROP International Studies in Poverty Prize 2016!
Deadline: 31 July 2016 The Comparative Research Programme on Poverty (CROP) is currently seeking applications for its International Studies in Poverty Prize 2016 with an aim to recognise works challenging the dominant thinking and knowledge about poverty and providing sound contributions to the … [Read more...] about Apply for CROP International Studies in Poverty Prize 2016!
Prince Bernhard Nature Fund: Accepting Proposals to help save Critically Endangered Flora and Fauna
Deadline: 1 September 2016 The Prince Bernhard Nature Fund (PBNF) is currently accepting grant proposals from organizations with an aim to help save critically endangered flora and fauna in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia and Latin America. Organizations from other regions can … [Read more...] about Prince Bernhard Nature Fund: Accepting Proposals to help save Critically Endangered Flora and Fauna
Applications Open for WAAW Foundation’s Annual Scholarship Initiative
Deadline: 1 August 2016 WAAW (Working to Advance Science and Technology Education for African Women) Foundation awards Annual Scholarship to students who demonstrate need and prove their status as full time students in a STEM related course in an African University. The foundation’s annual … [Read more...] about Applications Open for WAAW Foundation’s Annual Scholarship Initiative
Weeden Foundation Grant Programs: Seeking Applications to Protect Biodiversity
Deadline: 5 August 2016 The Weeden Foundation is accepting letter of intents from organizations for its various funding programs in order to protect biodiversity. The Foundation works to protect old-growth forests, expand habitats for endangered species on public and private lands, and link key … [Read more...] about Weeden Foundation Grant Programs: Seeking Applications to Protect Biodiversity
Apply for LGBTI Small Grant Program!
Deadline: 21 August 2016 The U.S. Mission to Vietnam is pleased to announce the opening of a competition for a grant to advance the rights of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersex (LGBTI) persons in the workplace and to build a coalition between LGBTI-focused civil society … [Read more...] about Apply for LGBTI Small Grant Program!
Public Affairs Section: Advocating for Human and Civil Rights for the LGBT Community
Deadline: 19 August 2016 The U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Section in Dublin, Ireland in collaboration with the U.S. Consulate in Belfast is seeking proposals from eligible organisations for a program entitled “Advocating for Human and Civil Rights for the LGBT Community” with an aim to implement a … [Read more...] about Public Affairs Section: Advocating for Human and Civil Rights for the LGBT Community
Apply for World Forum for Democracy 2016!
Deadline: 25 July 2016 Are you aged between 16-30? Are you interested in engaging with political decision-makers in a reflection on how education and democracy can reinforce each other and address the risks of new social divides? Are you actively involved in civil society Democracy initiatives? Are … [Read more...] about Apply for World Forum for Democracy 2016!
