Deadline: 31-Dec-2025 The Western Balkans Fund is offering an important opportunity through its Matching Grants scheme, designed to help civil society organisations expand their local initiatives into regional and international collaborations. By supporting projects that encourage cooperation, … [Read more...] about Applications open for WBF Matching Grants
Civil Society Development
RFAs: Embassy of Switzerland in Indonesia Small Projects
Deadline: 14-Sep-2025 The Embassy of Switzerland in Indonesia is offering a meaningful chance for non-profit civil society organizations in Indonesia and Timor-Leste to secure funding for modest-scale projects that aim to promote gender equality in rural communities or enhance essential services … [Read more...] about RFAs: Embassy of Switzerland in Indonesia Small Projects
Request for EOIs: GCERF invites Civil Society Organisations in Uzbekistan
Deadline: 28-Sep-2025 The Global Community Engagement and Resilience Fund is inviting civil society organisations in Uzbekistan to apply for funding to support the rehabilitation and reintegration of women and children who have returned from Northeast Syria and Iraq, along with other vulnerable … [Read more...] about Request for EOIs: GCERF invites Civil Society Organisations in Uzbekistan
Applications open for Civil Society Organisations Program in Somalia
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025 The Global Community Engagement and Resilience Fund is inviting civil society organizations in Somalia to step forward with Expressions of Interest for community-level initiatives aimed at preventing violent extremism. This opportunity seeks proposals that foster … [Read more...] about Applications open for Civil Society Organisations Program in Somalia
GCERF Program for Civil Society Organisations in Philippines
Deadline: 20-Sep-2025 The Global Community Engagement and Resilience Fund is inviting civil society organizations in the Philippines to express their interest in implementing community initiatives that prevent radicalization and violent extremism. Building on prior investments from 2019 … [Read more...] about GCERF Program for Civil Society Organisations in Philippines
Call for Proposals from a Civil Society Organization (Djibouti)
Deadline: 11-Sep-2025 The United Nations Development Programme in Djibouti has announced an opportunity for a youth association to partner in the organization of a national hackathon focused on the well-being of young people. This initiative will take place between September and November 2025 … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals from a Civil Society Organization (Djibouti)
Request for Bids: Kyrgyzstan Small Projects Programme
Deadline: 05-Sep-2025 The British Embassy in Bishkek has announced the 2025–2026 Kyrgyzstan Small Projects Programme, inviting local organisations to submit project proposals designed to run between October 2025 and March 2026. This initiative supports grassroots work across a range of focus … [Read more...] about Request for Bids: Kyrgyzstan Small Projects Programme
Grants for Biodiversity rehabilitation in the Lower Dniester National Park (Moldova)
Deadline: 01-Sep-2025 The United Nations Development Programme Moldova has announced a grant competition titled “Biodiversity Rehabilitation in the Lower Dniester National Park,” inviting civil society organizations to apply through an expression of interest process. This important funding … [Read more...] about Grants for Biodiversity rehabilitation in the Lower Dniester National Park (Moldova)
Grants for empowering Civil Society Organizations in Mauritius and Seychelles
Deadline: 21-Oct-2025 The European Commission has launched a call for proposals titled “Empowering Civil Society Organizations in the Republic of Mauritius and the Republic of Seychelles to Address Drug Abuse, Violence (against children and women) and Coastal Erosion and Biodiversity … [Read more...] about Grants for empowering Civil Society Organizations in Mauritius and Seychelles
Call for proposals: CSOs and CBOs in Kenya and Ethiopia
Deadline: 04-Sep-2025 The Life & Peace Institute (LPI), in partnership with Mercy Corps Kenya and Pastoralist Concern, invites Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and Community-Based Organisations (CBOs) to apply for small grants under the EU-funded Mobility and Movement (M&M) … [Read more...] about Call for proposals: CSOs and CBOs in Kenya and Ethiopia
Applications open for Road Safety Grants Programme
Deadline: 15-Sep-2025 The Bloomberg Philanthropies Initiative for Global Road Safety (BIGRS), administered by the Global Road Safety Partnership, has opened its 24th round of competitive grant funding. This Call for Proposals invites visionary governmental and civil society organizations in … [Read more...] about Applications open for Road Safety Grants Programme
Grants for Strengthening Civil Society Initiatives for Community Recovery in Ukraine
Deadline: 11-Sep-2025 The Eastern Europe Foundation has announced a new grant competition titled “Support for CSO Initiatives for the Restoration of Territorial Communities.” This initiative is designed to empower civil society organizations (CSOs) working at the local level in Ukraine to … [Read more...] about Grants for Strengthening Civil Society Initiatives for Community Recovery in Ukraine
CFPs: Promotion of Green Schools in the Preschool and Primary Education Inspections (Cote D’Ivoire)
Deadline: 10-Sep-2025 The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund is offering an opportunity for experienced Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to participate in a new initiative focused on promoting green schools across several regions of Côte d'Ivoire. This effort targets key … [Read more...] about CFPs: Promotion of Green Schools in the Preschool and Primary Education Inspections (Cote D’Ivoire)
French Sport Fund: “Strengthening Dialogue with Ethiopian Youth through Sport”
Deadline: 08-Sep-2025 The French Sport Fund, an initiative from the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs and the Embassy of France in Ethiopia, is a new program designed to back small-scale sports projects. An excellent opportunity has been announced to support the development of … [Read more...] about French Sport Fund: “Strengthening Dialogue with Ethiopian Youth through Sport”
Embassy of the Czech Republic in Cairo: Small Scale Development Projects (Egypt)
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025 The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Cairo has announced its annual call for Small Scale Development Projects for 2026, offering a meaningful opportunity for local entities to drive lasting change. Small Scale Projects support is one of the instruments of the development … [Read more...] about Embassy of the Czech Republic in Cairo: Small Scale Development Projects (Egypt)
CFPs: CSO to Support the Development and Implementation of Media and CSO Joint Action Plan (Maldives)
Deadline: 27-Aug-2025 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has launched a new opportunity for a locally registered Civil Society Organization in the Maldives to support the development and implementation of a joint initiative between media practitioners and civil society actors focused … [Read more...] about CFPs: CSO to Support the Development and Implementation of Media and CSO Joint Action Plan (Maldives)
Applications open for “CSOs’ Integrity Clubs” Program (Kenya)
Deadline: 31-Aug-2025 The Konrad Adenauer Foundation Kenya is looking for applications for the 2nd Round of Financial Support to Third Parties for “CSOs’ Integrity Clubs” Program under the Strengthening capacities of local Civil Society to fight Corruption: Tupigane na Ufisadi (TUNU) … [Read more...] about Applications open for “CSOs’ Integrity Clubs” Program (Kenya)
ICMP Small Grants Program for Families of the Missing and Civil Society Organizations
Deadline: 15-Sep-2025 The International Commission on Missing Persons (ICMP) has launched its Small Grants Program for 2025–2026, offering an important opportunity for family associations and civil society organizations across Syria and the broader MENA region. This initiative is designed to … [Read more...] about ICMP Small Grants Program for Families of the Missing and Civil Society Organizations
Submissions open for Demos Programme
Deadline: 12-Sep-2025 The Demos programme stands as a welcoming space for civil society organisations across the Nordics to forge new connections and strengthen their collective voice. It offers a chance for associations, charities, unions, faith communities and other nonprofit groups to come … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Demos Programme
Component 3: Micro Projects Grant Program in Croatia
Deadline: 30-Oct-2025 A new call is now inviting civil society organizations in Croatia to lead small-scale, high-impact initiatives that directly address local community needs. As part of the Swiss‑Croatian Cooperation Programme’s third component, micro‑projects are designed to elevate … [Read more...] about Component 3: Micro Projects Grant Program in Croatia
RFAs: Strengthening the Contribution of Civil Society Organizations to Community-Based Learning (Croatia)
Deadline: 16-Oct-2025 The Office for Cooperation with NGOs of the Government of the Republic of Croatia, in its role as the Programme Manager for the Civil Society Programme within the 2nd contribution of the Swiss-Croatian Cooperation Programme, has announced the Call for Proposals … [Read more...] about RFAs: Strengthening the Contribution of Civil Society Organizations to Community-Based Learning (Croatia)
Pillar 1: Strengthening Civil Society Engagement and Community Voice in Domestic Resource Mobilization Program
Deadline: 22-Aug-2025 The GFF × CIVIC Platform is inviting expressions of interest for Pillar 1, which focuses on strengthening civil society engagement and community voice in domestic resource mobilization for reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health and nutrition … [Read more...] about Pillar 1: Strengthening Civil Society Engagement and Community Voice in Domestic Resource Mobilization Program
ElectroPower Fund: Support for Worker-Led Initiatives against Forced Labour
Deadline: 14-Nov-2025 The ElectroPower Fund, launched by Südwind, is calling for proposals from worker-led groups and civil society actors. A new chance has emerged for grassroots organizations in Southeast Asia seeking to tackle forced labor in electronics and mineral supply chains. It aims … [Read more...] about ElectroPower Fund: Support for Worker-Led Initiatives against Forced Labour
RFAs: Support to Community-based Reconciliation, Reintegration and Transitional Justice in Nigeria
Deadline: 20-Aug-2025 The United Nations Development Programme is inviting proposals for a new initiative focused on reconciliation and reintegration. The program is aimed at addressing the long-standing impacts of conflict in the BAY States—Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe—through community-driven … [Read more...] about RFAs: Support to Community-based Reconciliation, Reintegration and Transitional Justice in Nigeria
Request for EOIs: Selection of an Operator Responsible for Supporting CSOs in Haiti
Deadline: 23-Aug-2025 The French Embassy in Haiti, through its Cooperation and Cultural Action Service, has launched a new funding initiative titled "Support for strengthening civil society actions for women's rights and gender equality in Haiti." This program aims to support micro-development … [Read more...] about Request for EOIs: Selection of an Operator Responsible for Supporting CSOs in Haiti
Regional Partnership Fund for the EECCA Region 2025
Deadline: 12-Sep-2025 The Digital Defenders Partnership (DDP) is accepting applications for the Regional Partnership Fund from organizations and collectives in Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, and Central Asia. The fund supports efforts that promote online freedom and protect human rights defenders … [Read more...] about Regional Partnership Fund for the EECCA Region 2025
RFPs: Provision of Services for the Capacity Development of Civic Groups
Deadline: 26-Aug-2025 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is inviting grant applications to provide services that strengthen the capacity of civic groups. This initiative is part of a three-year project focused on empowering grassroots organizations to champion gender equality … [Read more...] about RFPs: Provision of Services for the Capacity Development of Civic Groups
Call for Proposals: Hyundai Endowment Fund (Czech Republic)
Deadline: 07-Oct-2025 The Hyundai Foundation Fund has launched a new grant round to support active communities, environmental initiatives, and civil society in the Moravian-Silesian Region. Focus: Projects that care for the environment and support sustainable development, connect people, build … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Hyundai Endowment Fund (Czech Republic)
Angela Merkel Research and Mobility Grants for European Studies
Deadline: 19-Sep-2025 The Fundación Academia has announced the Angela Merkel Research and Mobility Grants, aimed at researchers working on their doctoral thesis. This call offers 18 “Carlos V European Award” European Research and Mobility Grants for European Studies, in line with Decree 54/2018. … [Read more...] about Angela Merkel Research and Mobility Grants for European Studies
South-to-South AI Accountability CoLab’s Microgrants Program
Deadline: 31-Aug-2025 The Pulitzer Center has launched the South to South AI Accountability CoLab Microgrants Program to strengthen the connection between civil society and AI accountability reporting in the Global South. This initiative supports a more informed and transparent approach to AI … [Read more...] about South-to-South AI Accountability CoLab’s Microgrants Program
Applications Open for zivik Funding Programme
Deadline: 01-Oct-2025 The Institute for Foreign Relations (IFA) is inviting applications for the zivik Funding Programme, which supports civil society actors around the world in preventing crises and resolving conflicts. The programme acknowledges the important role that non-governmental … [Read more...] about Applications Open for zivik Funding Programme
Call for Proposals: Ukrainian CSOs advancing EU Accession
Deadline: 17-Sep-2025 The Ukraine2EU – EU Integration Support Programme for Ukraine is inviting Ukrainian civil society organisations (CSOs) to support the country's alignment with the EU acquis and its broader EU membership goals. This initiative encourages CSOs to contribute meaningfully to … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Ukrainian CSOs advancing EU Accession
Apply for Civil Society Strengthening Fund (Zambia)
Deadline: 08-Aug-2025 Are you a medium-sized organization based in Gwembe, Sinazongwe, Petauke, Nyimba, Mambwe, Chipata, Kabwe, Kapiri Mposhi, Serenje, Mkushi, Kazungula, Chirundu, Livingstone, Choma, or Manze and actively contributing to community-led development? The Civil Society Strengthening … [Read more...] about Apply for Civil Society Strengthening Fund (Zambia)
CFPs: Support to CSOs in the field of Digital rights and Transitional Justice and Democratic Culture in Albania
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025 The European Commission (EC) has announced a call for proposals aimed at supporting Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) working in the areas of digital rights, civic space, transitional justice, and democratic culture in Albania. This initiative seeks to promote and … [Read more...] about CFPs: Support to CSOs in the field of Digital rights and Transitional Justice and Democratic Culture in Albania
NOFO: Advancing English Language Education in El Salvador
Deadline: 19-Sep-2025 The U.S. Embassy in El Salvador is accepting applications for a program titled Advancing English Language Education as a Pathway to Prosperity, Stability, and Strong Bilateral Ties with El Salvador. The objective of this initiative is to expand and improve the quality of … [Read more...] about NOFO: Advancing English Language Education in El Salvador
Impact Innovation: Preparatory Project for a reformed Public Sector (Sweden)
Deadline: 10-Sep-2025 The SustainGov program, part of the Swedish initiative Impact Innovation by the Swedish Energy Agency, Formas, and Vinnova, invites proposals for preparatory projects aimed at reforming the public sector. The goal is to promote health, well-being, and a sustainable society … [Read more...] about Impact Innovation: Preparatory Project for a reformed Public Sector (Sweden)
Impact Innovation: Implementation project for a reformed public sector (Sweden)
Deadline: 10-Sep-2025 The call for proposals is part of the SustainGov program under the broader Impact Innovation initiative, led by the Swedish Energy Agency, Formas, and Vinnova. SustainGov aims to reform the public sector to promote health, well-being, and sustainable development for all, … [Read more...] about Impact Innovation: Implementation project for a reformed public sector (Sweden)
Call for Projects for CSOs: Strengthening coastal resilience in West Africa
Deadline: 25-Aug-2025 This call for projects is rooted in principles of subsidiarity, local relevance, equity, cultural and linguistic diversity, and long-term sustainability. It is designed to support grassroots initiatives that contribute to coastal resilience in West Africa. The main goal … [Read more...] about Call for Projects for CSOs: Strengthening coastal resilience in West Africa
Call for Proposals: America250 U.S. Speaker Program
Deadline: 26-Aug-2025 The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) has launched an open competition to support the 2025 America250 U.S. Speaker Program. This initiative is part of the celebration of the U.S. Semiquincentennial, known as America250. Eligible … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: America250 U.S. Speaker Program
Prince Talal International Prize for Affordable and Clean Energy
Deadline: 30-Jan-2026 The Prince Talal International Prize for Affordable and Clean Energy is awarded every year by the Arab Gulf Programme for Development (AGFUND). Its goal is to spark innovation and encourage creative solutions that contribute to human development. This prize reflects AGFUND’s … [Read more...] about Prince Talal International Prize for Affordable and Clean Energy
Call for Proposals: Civil Society Policy Forum (Annual Meetings 2025)
Deadline: 11-Aug-2025 The Civil Society Policy Forum (CSPF) Working Group, in collaboration with the World Bank Group (WBG) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has launched a call for proposals for the upcoming CSPF in Washington, DC. This event will feature both in-person and hybrid … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Civil Society Policy Forum (Annual Meetings 2025)
Call for Project Proposals: Fund for Local Cooperation (Palestine)
Deadline: 01-Sep-2025 The Representative Office of Finland is inviting applications from Palestinian non-governmental organizations for a grant to support development projects. The primary goal is to strengthen the capacity of local civil society actors to implement projects that are … [Read more...] about Call for Project Proposals: Fund for Local Cooperation (Palestine)
RFAs: Promoting Women’s Development – Uva Province (Sri Lanka)
Deadline: 08-Aug-2025 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is inviting grant applications to support women’s development and their meaningful participation in political processes in Sri Lanka’s Uva Province. Through the "Promoting Participation Pathways for Human Development" … [Read more...] about RFAs: Promoting Women’s Development – Uva Province (Sri Lanka)
Women Leading Change: Business Mentorship for Community-Based CSOs and NGOs Program in Liberia
Deadline: 08-Aug-2025 The Women Leading Change Initiative is designed to strengthen the ability of female-led civil society and non-governmental organizations in Liberia. It focuses on enhancing their skills in writing competitive mini-business proposals and fostering partnerships with financial … [Read more...] about Women Leading Change: Business Mentorship for Community-Based CSOs and NGOs Program in Liberia
CFPs: Support to Green and Digital Transformation in Botswana
Deadline: 26-Sep-2025 The European Commission (EC) is inviting proposals to strengthen civil society’s role in advancing green and digital transformation in Botswana. This initiative aims to improve civil society's involvement in policy development and advocacy for green transformation and … [Read more...] about CFPs: Support to Green and Digital Transformation in Botswana
Strengthening Societal Resilience against Information Manipulation and Disinformation in the Eastern Partnership
Deadline: 08-Sep-2025 The European Commission (EC) has launched a new call for proposals to strengthen societal resilience against information manipulation and disinformation in the Eastern Partnership region. The overall goal is to equip societies with stronger tools and capacities to detect, … [Read more...] about Strengthening Societal Resilience against Information Manipulation and Disinformation in the Eastern Partnership
Grants to support CSOs in enhancing the Protection from Discrimination against Vulnerable Groups in Albania
Deadline: 18-Aug-2025 The European Union and Council of Europe have launched a call for proposals under the joint action “Advancing the protection from discrimination in Albania.” The initiative aims to support national and local projects that promote and protect the rights of national minorities … [Read more...] about Grants to support CSOs in enhancing the Protection from Discrimination against Vulnerable Groups in Albania
CFPs: Civil Society Organizations as Actors of Development and Governance in Jamaica
Deadline: 10-Sep-2025 The European Commission has launched a call for proposals titled “Civil Society Organizations as Actors of Development and Governance in Jamaica.” This initiative aims to strengthen local civil society organizations (CSOs) as independent, participatory actors promoting … [Read more...] about CFPs: Civil Society Organizations as Actors of Development and Governance in Jamaica
Call for Proposals: UNDP Small Grants in Kyrgyzstan
Deadline: 11-Aug-2025 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has launched a call for proposals for NGOs operating in the Kyrgyz Republic to implement small grants projects. The initiative is part of a broader effort to prevent violent extremism in the country by engaging a wide range … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: UNDP Small Grants in Kyrgyzstan
Young Civil Societies for Democracy Funding Program
Deadline: 15-Oct-2025 The Foundation Remembrance, Responsibility and Future (EVZ Foundation) has introduced a new funding program, Young Civil Societies for Democracy, under the "Education drives the future" cluster. This program supports international youth education projects led by … [Read more...] about Young Civil Societies for Democracy Funding Program
