Deadline: 30-Apr-25 The United Nations Population Fund, an international development agency, invites qualified organizations to submit proposals for the building of champions from parents/families, community-based organizations, religious and traditional leaders, men/boys for social norm change … [Read more...] about CFPs: Community Mobilization for Social Norm Change
Latest Grants and Resources for Civil Society Development
View the latest grant funding and resources for Civil Society Development for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals around the world.
Call for Proposals: Japan Civil Society Education Initiative 2025
Deadline: 10-May-25 The International Center for Not-for-Profit Law (ICNL), with support from the U.S. Japan Foundation, seeks individuals or organizations to develop a curriculum to support the study of civil society law at Japanese universities and/or schools of law. ICNL aims to provide a … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Japan Civil Society Education Initiative 2025
Apply for Partnership Fund of Project PACT in Bulgaria
Deadline: 15-Oct-25 If you are a civil society organisation or a community centre working to strengthen and promote the values of the European Union, you can apply for the Partnership Fund call for proposals, part of the Partnership among CSOs for making an impact on rights and values project … [Read more...] about Apply for Partnership Fund of Project PACT in Bulgaria
Ukraine: Support for Victims, Documentation and Preservation of the Memory of War Crimes
Deadline: 9-May-25 The International Renaissance Foundation is now accepting applications for its "Support for Victims, Documentation and Preservation of the Memory of War Crimes" Competition. The Human Rights and Justice Program announces a competition designed to expand the capabilities of … [Read more...] about Ukraine: Support for Victims, Documentation and Preservation of the Memory of War Crimes
Overcoming Impunity for International Crimes Competition (Ukraine)
Deadline: 5-May-25 The International Renaissance Foundation is requesting proposals to contribute to the establishment of objective facts and the fair prosecution of those responsible for committing international crimes in Ukraine: war crimes, crimes against humanity, genocide, and the crime of … [Read more...] about Overcoming Impunity for International Crimes Competition (Ukraine)
Call for Projects to counter Hate Speech and Improve Representation of Diversity
Deadline: 31-May-25 The Kosovo 2.0, along with its partners in the Reporting Diversity Network (RDN), have opened a call for project proposals aiming to counter hate speech and improve representation of diversity. The call was opened as part of the Reporting Diversity Network, which was … [Read more...] about Call for Projects to counter Hate Speech and Improve Representation of Diversity
Small Grants Competition within the Impulse Project (Ukraine)
Deadline: 26-Aug-25 The International Renaissance Foundation is accepting applications for Small Grants Competition within the Impulse Project which aims to enhance the capacity of Ukrainian civil society organizations (CSOs) to set and achieve development goals that will contribute to the early … [Read more...] about Small Grants Competition within the Impulse Project (Ukraine)
CFPs: Public Diplomacy Grants Program (Jamaica)
Deadline: 16-May-25 The U.S. Embassy Kingston Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) is pleased to invite eligible applicants to submit proposals for Public Diplomacy Grants Program. Project proposals should aim to strengthen ties between the United States and Jamaica by highlighting shared values and … [Read more...] about CFPs: Public Diplomacy Grants Program (Jamaica)
CFAs: Action for supporting CSOs and their Initiatives in Tajikistan
Deadline: 27-May-25 The European Commission (EC) is accepting applications for the Action to strengthens civil society organisations by promoting an inclusive, participatory, empowered, and independent civil society and democratic space. This programme strongly encourages an inclusive and open … [Read more...] about CFAs: Action for supporting CSOs and their Initiatives in Tajikistan
Call for Proposals: Sub-Grants for Civil Society Organizations in Albania
Deadline: 9-May-25 The Gender Alliance for Development Center (GADC), in partnership with Together for Life (TFL) and the Institute of Romani Culture in Albania (IRCA), is pleased to announce the Open Call for Proposals within the framework of the EU-funded project: “Advancing Gender Equality … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Sub-Grants for Civil Society Organizations in Albania
Call for Proposals: CCEC Civil Society Organisations Projects in Montenegro
Deadline: 7-May-25 The Centre for Civic Education (CCE) within the programme SYNERGY Montenegro – Strengthening Youth Networks and Empowering Resilient Groups and Youth in Montenegro has launched Call for Proposals for the support to civil society organisations (CSO) projects in … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: CCEC Civil Society Organisations Projects in Montenegro
Apply now for Mission: Possible Program (Bulgaria)
Deadline: 10-Jun-25 The Bulgarian Fund for Women (BFW) has announced a competition for funding under the Mission: Possible program - the only donor program in Bulgaria that provides flexible and unrestricted funding (core funding) for organizational development and administrative needs of civil … [Read more...] about Apply now for Mission: Possible Program (Bulgaria)
CFAs: Promote Actions to Fight Racial Discrimination and Structural Racism
Deadline: 18-May-25 The Avocats Sans Frontières (ASF) is accepting applications to promote actions to fight racial discrimination and structural racism. The aim of the call is to provide technical and financial assistance to civil society associations in order to strengthen concrete actions in … [Read more...] about CFAs: Promote Actions to Fight Racial Discrimination and Structural Racism
Calls for Proposals: Partnership to strengthen Civil Society in Sweden
Deadline: 8-May-25 Sida is looking for partners that want to contribute to a vibrant and pluralistic civil society in low- and middle-income countries. The purpose of the call for proposals is to strengthen the ability and capacity of civil society to contribute to better living conditions for … [Read more...] about Calls for Proposals: Partnership to strengthen Civil Society in Sweden
Call for Concept Notes: Funding for Local Initiatives on Circular Economy (Vietnam)
Deadline: 29-Apr-25 The Embassy of Finland in Hanoi is currently inviting potential partners to submit concept notes for Fund for Local Cooperation (FLC). The FLC, managed by the Embassy of Finland in Hanoi, is part of Finland's development policy and it aims at eradicating poverty through … [Read more...] about Call for Concept Notes: Funding for Local Initiatives on Circular Economy (Vietnam)
RYCO YPS Granting Scheme for CSOs
Deadline: 10-May-25 The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) has launched a new Open Call for project proposals for CSO, called "YPS Granting Scheme" The Rycognizing YPS is a project implemented by the Regional Youth Cooperation Office and fundedby the German Federal Foreign Office. The … [Read more...] about RYCO YPS Granting Scheme for CSOs
Grants for Human Rights, Democracy and Civil Society Organizations (Guinea)
Deadline: 3-Jun-25 The European Commission (EC) is offering grants to Human Rights, Democracy and Civil Society Organizations. Program Objectives and Priorities This call for proposals consists of two lots. Lot 1 The general objective of this lot is to combat stigmatization and … [Read more...] about Grants for Human Rights, Democracy and Civil Society Organizations (Guinea)
Civil Society Organizations and Human Rights and Democracy Program (Brazil)
Deadline: 7-Jul-25 Applications are now open for the Civil Society Organizations and Human Rights and Democracy Program. Lots This call for proposals refers to the thematic programmes Organizations of Civil Society (CSO) and Human Rights and Democracy (HR&D) and contains three lots, … [Read more...] about Civil Society Organizations and Human Rights and Democracy Program (Brazil)
Call for Proposals to Support Civil Society for the promotion of Civic Tech & Social Innovation (Morocco)
Deadline: 27-May-25 The European Commission (EC) is seeking proposals to support Civil Society for the promotion of Civic Tech and Social Innovation. Lots OS1 (LOT 1) – Support the digital transformation and digitalization of civil society in order to strengthen its role in advocacy, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals to Support Civil Society for the promotion of Civic Tech & Social Innovation (Morocco)
Small Grants Competition to Support CSO and Investigative Media Initiatives (Ukraine)
Deadline: 28-Apr-25 The international organization "Institute for War and Peace Reporting " (IWPR) invites civil society watchdog organizations, investigative journalism centers, and media outlets that are actively working in the field of accountability and transparency of government and … [Read more...] about Small Grants Competition to Support CSO and Investigative Media Initiatives (Ukraine)
IUCN-Med Training Courses to Support Civil Society Organizations
Deadline: 14-Apr-25 International Union for Conservation of Nature Centre for Mediterranean Cooperation has launched a new cycle of 6 training courses to empower Mediterranean CSOs around Nature-based Solutions (NbS). As part of its Mubadarat programme supporting civil society, and with the … [Read more...] about IUCN-Med Training Courses to Support Civil Society Organizations
CFPs: Democracy and Human Rights Program in Philippines
Deadline: 22-May-25 The European Commission (EC) is seeking proposals for the Democracy and Human Rights Program to support and strengthen civil society organisations and community-based organisations working on critical democracy and human rights issues in the Philippines. Objectives The … [Read more...] about CFPs: Democracy and Human Rights Program in Philippines
CFPs: “Strengthening the Contribution of Civil Society Organisations, to Education for Sustainable Development” – Croatia
Deadline: 6-Jun-25 The Croatian Government Office for Cooperation with NGOs has launched the call forroposals within the Swiss-Croatian Cooperation Programme. The aim of the Call is to promote the contribution of civil society organisations in raising awareness about the importance of … [Read more...] about CFPs: “Strengthening the Contribution of Civil Society Organisations, to Education for Sustainable Development” – Croatia
CFPs: Strengthening the Civil Society Organisations in Gabon, Sao Tome and Principe
Deadline: 20-May-25 The European Commission (EC) is seeking proposals to strengthen the Civil Society Organisations in Gabon, Sao Tome and Principe. Objectives The global objective of this call for proposals is: To contribute to the development of an inclusive, participatory, empowered, and … [Read more...] about CFPs: Strengthening the Civil Society Organisations in Gabon, Sao Tome and Principe
CFPs: EU Civil Society Facility & Media Programme for Kosovo
Deadline: 19-May-25 The European Commission (EC) is seeking proposals for the EU Civil Society Facility & Media Programme to strengthen participatory democracy, social cohesion and the EU integration and approximation process in Kosovo, through an enhanced contribution by civil society to the … [Read more...] about CFPs: EU Civil Society Facility & Media Programme for Kosovo
Regional Programme on Local Democracy (ReLOaD3) in Montenegro
Deadline: 13-May-25 The Regional Programme for Local Democracy in the Western Balkans 3 (ReLOaD3) empowers people to take a more active role in decision-making and fosters stronger collaboration between governments and civil society organizations (CSOs). The Programme aims to create an … [Read more...] about Regional Programme on Local Democracy (ReLOaD3) in Montenegro
Call for Nominations: 2.0 Spotlight Initiative Africa Regional Programme (SIARP)
Deadline: 12-May-25 The second phase of the Spotlight Initiative Africa Regional Programme (SIARP 2.0), led by the UN Development Cooperation Office for Africa, in partnership with the African Union Commission, aims to improve engagement between civil society, AUC, RECs and UN, ensuring more … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: 2.0 Spotlight Initiative Africa Regional Programme (SIARP)
Applications open for National BOOST Grant Program 2025
Deadline: 12-May-25 The Agence Française de Développement is accepting applications for the National BOOST – (Balkans for Optimizing Opportunities, Sustainability and Transformation of Civil Society) Program. Objective The overall objective of this call for proposal is strengthening civil … [Read more...] about Applications open for National BOOST Grant Program 2025
CFPs: Promoting Financial Integrity, Economic Justice and Domestic Resource Mobilization
Deadline: 6-May-25 The Norad - The Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation is seeking proposals from non-governmental organizations to advance advocacy, public discourse and solutions that promote financial integrity, economic justice and domestic resource mobilization. Objectives … [Read more...] about CFPs: Promoting Financial Integrity, Economic Justice and Domestic Resource Mobilization
EU-supported Grant competition for Civil Society Organizations and Initiative Groups (Georgia)
Deadline: 16-Apr-25 The Civil Society Foundation announces a grant competition within the framework of the “United for Georgia’s European Way” project, which is supported by the European Union and implemented by the Konrad Adenauer Foundation (KAS), the Civil Society Foundation (CSF), the … [Read more...] about EU-supported Grant competition for Civil Society Organizations and Initiative Groups (Georgia)
2025: Advocacy and Public Engagement Grants for Civil Society Organizations
Deadline: 4-May-25 The Minority Rights Group is accepting applications from human rights and minority rights/minority groups led nonprofit organizations based in Lebanon, Tunisia, and Palestine for advocacy grants. These grants are available for Human Rights Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) … [Read more...] about 2025: Advocacy and Public Engagement Grants for Civil Society Organizations
Minority Rights Group’s Core Grants for Civil Society Organizations
Deadline: 4-May-25 The Minority Rights Group is accepting applications from human rights and minority rights/minority groups led civil society and nonprofit organizations based in Lebanon, Tunisia, Morocco and Palestine for core grants. As part of the programme, the core grants aim to enable … [Read more...] about Minority Rights Group’s Core Grants for Civil Society Organizations
CFPs: Enhancing CSOs’ Contribution to Governance and Development Processes in Thailand
Deadline: 15-May-25 The European Commission (EC) is seeking proposals to strengthen civil society organisations (CSOs) as independent development actors to contribute to governance and development process in Thailand, with a view to contribute to the attainment of sustainable development goals … [Read more...] about CFPs: Enhancing CSOs’ Contribution to Governance and Development Processes in Thailand
Call for Applications: Boot Camp on the Project Management Cycle
Deadline: 4-Apr-25 The Border Management Programme in Central Asia is excited to announce the BOMCA 10 Boot Camp, funded by the European Union, aimed at strengthening the capacities of civil society organisations (CSOs) in Central Asia. The programme will equip NGOs with the tools to effectively … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Boot Camp on the Project Management Cycle
EU Code Week: Small Grants for Grassroots Coding Projects in Poland
Deadline: 19-Jun-25 The Code4Europe initiative brings together European stakeholders related to digital skills, including the youth education sector, civil society, the digital industry and governments, to work together to introduce an innovative approach to improving digital skills among young … [Read more...] about EU Code Week: Small Grants for Grassroots Coding Projects in Poland
Vijana Plus Program to Empower Youth-Led Organizations in Tanzania
Deadline: 4-Apr-25 Are you a youth-led civil society organization passionate about making a difference in your community? Do you want to strengthen your organization’s capacity and drive positive change? If your answer is yes, then now is your chance to apply for the Vijana Plus Program, a unique … [Read more...] about Vijana Plus Program to Empower Youth-Led Organizations in Tanzania
UNICEF Grants for Civil Society Organisations in North Macedonia
Deadline: 16-Mar-25 The United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund is accepting grant applications to advocate for the protection of children's rights, to help meet their basic needs and to expand their opportunities to reach their full potential. Expected Results The call seeks … [Read more...] about UNICEF Grants for Civil Society Organisations in North Macedonia
Impulse: Empowering Civil Society for Resilience and Recovery Small Grants Competition (Ukraine)
Deadline: 2-Apr-25 The International Renaissance Foundation, together with the Eastern Europe Foundation, with the support of the Norwegian Agency for Development and Cooperation (Norad) in partnership with Sweden (Sida) has launched the “Impulse: Empowering Civil Society for Resilience and … [Read more...] about Impulse: Empowering Civil Society for Resilience and Recovery Small Grants Competition (Ukraine)
Strengthening Civil Society Programme in the United Kingdom
Deadline: 30-May-25 The Baring Foundation has launched the Civil Society Programme to support legal action that addresses racial injustice in the criminal justice system. The Strengthening Civil Society (SCS) programme supports the effective use of the law and human rights-based approaches by … [Read more...] about Strengthening Civil Society Programme in the United Kingdom
Open Call for Bodossaki Foundation’s PLATO Programme (Greece and Cyprus)
Deadline: 12-Jun-25 The programme “Protecting Democracy, Human Rights and the Rule of Law through an open civic space” (PLATO) aims is to protect, promote and raise awareness of EU rights & values by financially supporting Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Greece and the Republic of … [Read more...] about Open Call for Bodossaki Foundation’s PLATO Programme (Greece and Cyprus)
CFPs: Supporting Civil Society’s role in advancing Human Rights and promoting Non-Discrimination across Georgia
Deadline: 11-Mar-25 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), with funds from the European Union (EU) in Georgia, has announced a grant competition for Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to support civil society’s role in advancing human rights and promoting non-discrimination across … [Read more...] about CFPs: Supporting Civil Society’s role in advancing Human Rights and promoting Non-Discrimination across Georgia
Call for Proposals: Civil Society Cooperation in the field of Youth
Deadline: 15-May-25 The European Commission (EC) is seeking proposals for the Civil Society Cooperation in the field of Youth. Objectives The objective of the present Call is to provide structural support, referred to as operating grants, to European non-governmental organisations (ENGOs) … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Civil Society Cooperation in the field of Youth
Nominations open for Nordic Council Environment Prize 2025
Deadline: 30-Apr-25 The nomination process for the Nordic Council Environment Prize is open, allowing the general public to put forward names. Theme Civil Society Engagement – An initiative to involve everybody in the green transition Without a widespread commitment to nature and … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Nordic Council Environment Prize 2025
Phase II: Strong Civic Space for Gender Equality Small Grants Program in Turkey
Deadline: 20-Mar-25 Applications are now open for the Small Grants Program for Women’s Civil Society Organizations (CSO) and CSOs working on Gender Equality under the “Strong Civic Space for Gender Equality Phase II” project implemented by UN Women. Funding Information UN Women in Türkiye … [Read more...] about Phase II: Strong Civic Space for Gender Equality Small Grants Program in Turkey
Call for Nominations: Václav Havel Human Rights Prize in Europe
Deadline: 30-Apr-25 The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE), in partnership with the Václav Havel Library and the Charta 77 Foundation, has issued a call for nominations for the Václav Havel Human Rights Prize. The Prize, created in 2013, aims to reward outstanding civil … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: Václav Havel Human Rights Prize in Europe
CFAs: Match Funding for Civil Society Organisations in Ghana
Deadline: 28-Feb-25 The West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI), in partnership with the Wilde Ganzen Foundation and the Change the Game Academy, is pleased to launch the Match Funding Initiative to support Ghanaian civil society organisations (CSOs). Civil society organisations across … [Read more...] about CFAs: Match Funding for Civil Society Organisations in Ghana
Nordic Culture Point launches Demos Programme 2025
Deadline: 11-Mar-25 The Nordic Culture Point has launched the Demos Programme to establish networks and facilitate meetings between civil society organisations. The programme fosters cross-border engagement and co-operation between the Nordic countries and contributes to a good understanding … [Read more...] about Nordic Culture Point launches Demos Programme 2025
CFPs: Small Grants to improve Accountability in Turkey’s Penitentiary System
Deadline: 15-Feb-25 This Call for Proposals is funded by the European Union, aims to promote and protect human rights, democracy, and the rule of law in Turkey by strengthening the capacity of civil society organisations (CSOs) to address accountability gaps and combat impunity. Led by Penal … [Read more...] about CFPs: Small Grants to improve Accountability in Turkey’s Penitentiary System
CFPs: Business Capacity Building & Export Support for Women Entrepreneurs in Moldova
Deadline: 24-Feb-25 The United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) Moldova Office plans to select an organization (Civil Society Organizations, registered in Moldova) or a Consortium of organizations to deliver comprehensive business capacity building & … [Read more...] about CFPs: Business Capacity Building & Export Support for Women Entrepreneurs in Moldova
Call for Proposals: United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF)
Deadline: 28-Feb-25 Applications are now open for the United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF) to support projects that strengthen the voice of civil society, promote human rights, and encourage the participation of all groups in democratic processes. The large majority of UNDEF funds go to local … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF)
