Children

CFPs: Jordan Humanitarian and Systems Strengthening Programme

Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Jordan Humanitarian and Systems Strengthening Programme (JHASS) aims to improve the wellbeing, safety, resilience, and social cohesion of refugees and vulnerable Jordanians through survivor-centred and inclusive protection programming. The programme is expected to run … [Read more...] about CFPs: Jordan Humanitarian and Systems Strengthening Programme

Call for Applications: Take a Break Grant Programme (UK)

Deadline: 22-Jun-2026 The Take a Break Grant Programme provides flexible financial support to parent carers and eligible kinship carers in Scotland caring for disabled or seriously ill children aged 0–17. The average grant is around £350 and is designed to fund short breaks, leisure activities, and … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Take a Break Grant Programme (UK)

2026 Victorian Early Years Awards Grant (Australia)

Deadline: 29-May-2026 The Victorian Early Years Awards 2026 recognise outstanding individuals, services, and organisations improving early childhood outcomes across Victoria, Australia. The awards highlight excellence in early learning, child wellbeing, family support, and culturally responsive … [Read more...] about 2026 Victorian Early Years Awards Grant (Australia)

Apply for Charities Working with Disability (UK)

Deadline: 01-Jul-2026 The Wolfson Foundation provides capital grants to organisations supporting people with disabilities to live more independently. Funding is used for buildings, refurbishment, and equipment that improve supported housing, training, employment support, and transition services. … [Read more...] about Apply for Charities Working with Disability (UK)

City of Greater Geelong Children’s Week Grants Program (Australia)

Deadline: 22-Jun-2026 The City of Greater Geelong Children’s Week Grants Program provides funding for community-based activities that support children aged 0–12 years and their families during the annual Children’s Week celebration held in October. Grants of up to AUD 1,000 … [Read more...] about City of Greater Geelong Children’s Week Grants Program (Australia)

Apply now for Indigenous Violence Prevention Grants Program (Canada)

Deadline: 07-Jun-2026 The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has launched the Indigenous Violence Prevention Grants Program to support initiatives that prevent violence affecting Indigenous women, children, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ individuals. The programme provides funding of up to $30,000 per … [Read more...] about Apply now for Indigenous Violence Prevention Grants Program (Canada)

Isu Elihle Awards for Journalists Covering Children’s Issues

Deadline: 04-Jun-2026 The Isu Elihle Awards are inviting professional and freelance journalists across Africa to submit innovative and unpublished story ideas that highlight child rights and issues affecting children. The initiative supports impactful journalism by providing funding for shortlisted … [Read more...] about Isu Elihle Awards for Journalists Covering Children’s Issues

Funding Available for Special Schools and Colleges in United Kingdom

Deadline: 01-Jul-2026 The Wolfson Foundation capital grant programme is designed to support special schools and colleges that deliver education and care to children and young people with special educational needs. The aim is to improve infrastructure and learning environments that enhance … [Read more...] about Funding Available for Special Schools and Colleges in United Kingdom

Apply Now: Literary Arts Sector Grant Program (Canada)

Deadline: 01-Oct-2026 The Literary Arts Sector Program supports the development, preservation, and promotion of Ukrainian Canadian literature. It focuses on strengthening cultural identity through written and spoken literary forms, including both traditional and experimental works. The program … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Literary Arts Sector Grant Program (Canada)

Applications open for FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund Program

Deadline: 29-May-2026 The FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund is a global grant initiative designed to improve access to education and sports opportunities for children in underserved communities. It supports grassroots organizations working directly with local populations to reduce educational … [Read more...] about Applications open for FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund Program

Call for EOIs: Legal Aid for GBV and CSEA Survivors in Isiolo (Kenya)

Deadline: 29-May-2026 UNICEF is seeking national organizations in Kenya to provide legal aid services for survivors of gender-based violence and child sexual exploitation and abuse in Isiolo. The initiative strengthens access to justice through survivor-centered legal support, legal literacy, and … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Legal Aid for GBV and CSEA Survivors in Isiolo (Kenya)

Call for EOIs: Digital Case Management System for Vulnerable Returnees in Tajikistan

Deadline: 24-May-2026 The Global Community Engagement and Resilience Fund (GCERF) is inviting Civil Society Organisations in Tajikistan to apply for funding to develop a secure Digital Case Management System (DCMS) supporting vulnerable women and child returnees from conflict zones. The programme … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Digital Case Management System for Vulnerable Returnees in Tajikistan

One Foot Forward Community Sport Funding Program (Canada)

Deadline: 31-May-2026 The Gordon and Greyson Zubyck Memorial Fund (One Foot Forward) provides funding support to community sport organizations in Canada working to improve physical activity and sport opportunities for young children. Grants of up to $5,000 are available for programs aligned with … [Read more...] about One Foot Forward Community Sport Funding Program (Canada)

Open Call: Reliability of Age Assessment in Border Security

Deadline: 05-Nov-2026 The European Commission is launching a Horizon Europe Coordination and Support Action to improve age assessment practices used in migration, asylum, and border management contexts. The initiative focuses on strengthening child protection, improving reliability and ethical … [Read more...] about Open Call: Reliability of Age Assessment in Border Security

Open Call: Shears Foundation Small Grants Programme (United Kingdom)

Deadline: 31-May-2026 The Shears Foundation is offering small grants of £3,000 to £6,300 to UK charitable organisations with annual incomes under £1.5 million. The funding supports core costs and projects in arts, education, environment, community development, and health, with … [Read more...] about Open Call: Shears Foundation Small Grants Programme (United Kingdom)

Grant to Raise Awareness on GBV, Juvenile Justice, and Disability Rights (South Sudan)

Deadline: 19-May-2026 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in partnership with the Judiciary of South Sudan, is funding short-term awareness initiatives in Central Equatoria State to improve access to justice, GBV response, and disability rights awareness. Grants of up to USD 30,000 … [Read more...] about Grant to Raise Awareness on GBV, Juvenile Justice, and Disability Rights (South Sudan)

Apply Now: Child-Friendly Local Governance Programme (Gambia)

Deadline: 03-Jun-2026 The Child-Friendly Local Governance Programme focuses on strengthening local governance systems to ensure children’s rights, needs, and voices are integrated into planning, budgeting, and service delivery processes. Key focus areas include: Child participation … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Child-Friendly Local Governance Programme (Gambia)

Call for EOIs: Child Protection and Psychosocial Support in Benue State (Nigeria)

Deadline: 20-May-2026 The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund UNICEF is inviting applications to strengthen child protection systems and psychosocial wellbeing services for displaced children, adolescents, and caregivers in humanitarian settings across Benue … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Child Protection and Psychosocial Support in Benue State (Nigeria)

CFAs: Strengthening Child Protection Systems for CAAFAG Programme (USA)

Deadline: 19-May-2026 The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund UNICEF is inviting applications to strengthen child protection systems and technical capacity for programmes supporting children associated with armed forces and armed groups (CAAFAG). The initiative focuses on … [Read more...] about CFAs: Strengthening Child Protection Systems for CAAFAG Programme (USA)

Julia Farr Disability Inclusion Grant Program – Round 2 (Australia)

Deadline: 22-Jun-2026 The Julia Farr Disability Inclusion Grant is administered by the Department of Human Services (DHS) on behalf of the Home for the Incurables Trust. The programme supports projects that help build a more inclusive South Australia where people with … [Read more...] about Julia Farr Disability Inclusion Grant Program – Round 2 (Australia)

Apply Now: Bristol Youth and Play Support Programme (UK)

Deadline: 26-May-2026 The Bristol Youth and Play Support Programme is a funding initiative supporting organisations that deliver activities, services, and projects for children and young people in Bristol. It focuses on strengthening youth and play provision across the city. The programme ensures … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Bristol Youth and Play Support Programme (UK)

2026 Children’s Week Small Grants Program (Australia)

Deadline: 01-Jun-2026 The 2026 Children’s Week Small Grants Program is a Tasmanian funding initiative designed to support community organisations in delivering activities during Children’s Week. It focuses on creating inclusive, accessible, and diverse events that celebrate children and promote … [Read more...] about 2026 Children’s Week Small Grants Program (Australia)

Call for Expression of Interest: Faith for Ending Child Marriage (Kenya)

Deadline: 22-May-2026 The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) is seeking eligible faith-based and interfaith organizations to support the prevention and response to child marriage in Kenya. The program focuses on strengthening community-based protection systems, … [Read more...] about Call for Expression of Interest: Faith for Ending Child Marriage (Kenya)

Call for EOIs: Strategic Support for Healthy Diet and Nutrition Initiative (India)

Deadline: 20-May-2026 The UNICEF India nutrition advocacy and communication initiative is a strategic communication and advocacy programme designed to improve awareness and adoption of healthy diets across all life stages in India. Implemented by the United Nations International Children’s … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Strategic Support for Healthy Diet and Nutrition Initiative (India)

CFPs: Girls’ Leadership, Education, Protection, and Life Skills Programme (Cameroon and Cambodia)

Deadline: 29-May-2026 The UNICEF girls’ leadership and empowerment programme is a targeted initiative focused on improving access to education, leadership development, and protection services for adolescent girls and young women. Implemented by the United Nations International Children’s Emergency … [Read more...] about CFPs: Girls’ Leadership, Education, Protection, and Life Skills Programme (Cameroon and Cambodia)

Deaf Children Australia’s Annual Art Competition (Australia)

Deadline: 13-July-2026 The Deaf Children Australia Annual Art Competition is an annual creative arts initiative by Deaf Children Australia. It provides a national platform for deaf and hard of hearing children and young people to express their creativity through visual and multimedia art. The … [Read more...] about Deaf Children Australia’s Annual Art Competition (Australia)

Call for Proposals: “Children First. Protection of Ukraine’s Future”

Deadline: 04-Jun-2026 The “Children First. Protection of Ukraine’s Future” initiative is a grant programme focused on strengthening accountability for crimes against Ukrainian children and supporting their safe return from temporarily occupied territories or deportation. Funded by the Fund for … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: “Children First. Protection of Ukraine’s Future”

RFAs: Strengthening Primary Health Care and MNCAH Services Initiatives (Bangladesh)

Deadline: 28-May-2026 The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) is supporting integrated maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health services across selected districts in Bangladesh. The programme strengthens health systems, improves service delivery, and enhances … [Read more...] about RFAs: Strengthening Primary Health Care and MNCAH Services Initiatives (Bangladesh)

Call for EOIs: Child Protection and Community Resilience Programme in Colombia

Deadline: 18-May-2026 The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) is funding a large-scale child protection programme in conflict-affected areas of Colombia with an indicative budget of COP 2.85 billion. The initiative strengthens community-based organizations to prevent … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Child Protection and Community Resilience Programme in Colombia

CFAs: Child Nutrition and Business Innovation for Better Practices Initiative (Kenya)

Deadline: 20-May-2026 The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) programme in Kenya focuses on improving child nutrition outcomes for children aged 6–59 months through food systems transformation, workplace nutrition policies, private sector engagement, and community-based … [Read more...] about CFAs: Child Nutrition and Business Innovation for Better Practices Initiative (Kenya)

CFAs: Rudbaxton Parish Education Fund – Individuals (UK)

Deadline: 01-Mar-2027 The Rudbaxton Parish Education Fund provides financial support for children and young people under 25 living in Rudbaxton, Pembrokeshire, to help cover education-related costs. It offers grants for individuals and organisations to support schooling, further education, and … [Read more...] about CFAs: Rudbaxton Parish Education Fund – Individuals (UK)

Entries Open: AAAS Kavli Science Journalism Awards 2026

Deadline: 01-Aug-2026 The 2026 AAAS Kavli Science Journalism Awards recognize outstanding science journalism across print, digital, video, audio, and children’s media worldwide. The awards honor excellence in science reporting, in-depth investigations, magazine journalism, and multimedia … [Read more...] about Entries Open: AAAS Kavli Science Journalism Awards 2026

Open Call: Estimating the Global Burden of Diarrheal Diseases

Deadline: 16-Jun-2026 The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is funding projects to improve estimates of diarrheal disease burden in children under five in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The program supports modeling of mortality, morbidity, pathogen attribution, and DALYs for 2025 … [Read more...] about Open Call: Estimating the Global Burden of Diarrheal Diseases

Call for Proposals: Nutrition and Well-being of Children and Youth in Colombia

Deadline: 06-Jun-2026 The New England Association for Colombian Children (NEACOL) is offering grants of up to USD 10,000 for nonprofit organizations in Colombia to support projects that improve the wellbeing of vulnerable children and youth. The funding prioritizes initiatives in rural and … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Nutrition and Well-being of Children and Youth in Colombia

The Clare Milne Trust Grants for Disability Support Projects (UK)

Deadline: 22-Jun-2026 The Clare Milne Trust is a UK-based funding programme that provides financial support to organisations delivering services for people with disabilities in Devon and Cornwall. The grants are designed to improve quality of life, inclusion, independence, and access to services … [Read more...] about The Clare Milne Trust Grants for Disability Support Projects (UK)

Call for EOIs: Climate-Smart Health, Education, Nutrition, Child Protection and WASH Services (Solomon Islands)

Deadline: 15-May-2026 The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) is supporting a climate-smart social services programme in the Solomon Islands to improve resilience and equity for children and communities. The initiative strengthens integrated services across health, … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Climate-Smart Health, Education, Nutrition, Child Protection and WASH Services (Solomon Islands)

Apply Now: Strengthening Institutional Capacity for CAAFAG Prevention and Reintegration Programmes (Kenya and Iraq)

Deadline: 16-May-2026 The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) is seeking applications to strengthen regional and national child protection capacity for programmes addressing children associated with armed forces and armed groups (CAAFAG). The initiative focuses on … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Strengthening Institutional Capacity for CAAFAG Prevention and Reintegration Programmes (Kenya and Iraq)

Call for Proposals: Food Security and Cash Assistance in Kandahar Region (Afghanistan)

Deadline: 21-May-2026 The World Food Programme (WFP) is implementing urgent food security and cash assistance in Kandahar, Afghanistan to address acute hunger, malnutrition, and crisis-driven displacement. The programme uses early warning systems and rapid response mechanisms to deliver targeted … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Food Security and Cash Assistance in Kandahar Region (Afghanistan)

Call for EOIs: Child Protection and Adolescent Wellbeing in Maharashtra (India)

Deadline: 18-May-2026 The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) is supporting a child protection and adolescent wellbeing programme in vulnerable districts of Maharashtra, India, focusing on Jalna and Nashik. The initiative strengthens mental health, child protection … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Child Protection and Adolescent Wellbeing in Maharashtra (India)

Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar Award (India)

Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP) is a national-level award by the Government of India that celebrates the achievements, talent, and contributions of children across the country. It highlights young individuals who demonstrate extraordinary ability, courage, … [Read more...] about Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar Award (India)

Call for Proposals: Educational Arts and Youth Engagement Initiatives (Luxembourg)

Deadline: 11-May-2026 The Educational Projects Call for Proposals supports artistic and cultural initiatives that actively involve children and young people in participatory and educational activities. It focuses on using arts and culture as tools for learning, creativity, inclusion, and personal … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Educational Arts and Youth Engagement Initiatives (Luxembourg)

Apply for Primary Health Care and Community Health Initiative (Vanuatu)

Deadline: 14-May-2026 UNICEF is inviting applications to strengthen primary health care systems in Vanuatu to improve essential health service delivery at facility and community levels. The programme focuses on maternal, newborn, and child health, health systems strengthening, data-driven … [Read more...] about Apply for Primary Health Care and Community Health Initiative (Vanuatu)

Arm Community Fund Small Grants Programme (United Kingdom)

Deadline: 01-Aug-2026 The Arm Community Fund is designed to strengthen local communities across Cambridgeshire by funding grassroots initiatives that improve social wellbeing. It operates as part of a wider portfolio of over 50 funding streams aimed at community development and engagement. The … [Read more...] about Arm Community Fund Small Grants Programme (United Kingdom)

Call for EOIs: Quality Learning and Inclusive Education Services in Palestine

Deadline: 14-May-2026 The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) is inviting applications from implementing partners to support inclusive education in humanitarian contexts in the West Bank and East Jerusalem. The programme aims to ensure safe, equitable, and quality … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Quality Learning and Inclusive Education Services in Palestine

Apply Now: Childhood Stroke Research Grant Program (Australia)

Deadline: 01-Jul-2026 The Childhood Stroke Research Grant Program supports research that improves outcomes for children and families affected by childhood stroke. It is an initiative by the Stroke Foundation marking its 30th year in 2026, designed to strengthen knowledge and care pathways in … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Childhood Stroke Research Grant Program (Australia)

Funding Available for Grassroots Human Security Projects (Uganda)

Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP) is a funding scheme introduced by the Government of Japan. It supports non-profit organisations implementing small-scale, community-based development projects that directly improve living conditions for local … [Read more...] about Funding Available for Grassroots Human Security Projects (Uganda)

CFPs: Strengthening Protection for Roma Girls and Families in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Deadline: 29-May-2026 The UNICEF call for proposals aims to improve access to protection and social services for Roma communities in Bosnia and Herzegovina, with a strong focus on children and girls. The initiative seeks to reduce exclusion, discrimination, and barriers to essential services while … [Read more...] about CFPs: Strengthening Protection for Roma Girls and Families in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Applications open for Mérieux Foundation Small Grants Program

Deadline: 01-Aug-2026 The Mérieux Foundation small grants program supports locally led health initiatives aimed at reducing the burden of infectious diseases in vulnerable populations. Special emphasis is placed on improving maternal and child health outcomes in resource-limited settings. The … [Read more...] about Applications open for Mérieux Foundation Small Grants Program

Luena Scholars Grant for Community-Based Education Projects

Deadline: 31-May-2026 The Luena Foundation microgrant programme supports grassroots organisations working to improve children’s education access in low-income and rural communities across Sub-Saharan Africa. The initiative prioritises simple, locally designed solutions that remove practical … [Read more...] about Luena Scholars Grant for Community-Based Education Projects

Funding Available for Community Wellbeing and Development (New Zealand)

Deadline: 07-Jun-2026 The Northland Community Foundation distributes philanthropic funding to strengthen communities across Te Tai Tokerau (Northland, New Zealand). It supports locally driven initiatives that improve wellbeing, build equity, and enhance social and environmental outcomes. Core … [Read more...] about Funding Available for Community Wellbeing and Development (New Zealand)

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