Deadline: 01-Jul-2026 The Reporting Democracy Grant is offering funding to journalists and journalism teams from the Visegrad and Balkan region to support the production of in-depth reporting on issues affecting democracy in Central and Southeast Europe. The initiative aims to strengthen quality … [Read more...] about Apply now for BIRN Reporting Democracy Grant
Democracy & Good Governance
Open Call: Slovak Aid Small Grants for Bosnia and Herzegovina
Deadline: 22-Jun-2026 The Slovak Agency for International Development Cooperation, together with the Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Sarajevo, has launched the Small Grants Call for Proposals 2026 in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The program supports small-scale development projects in areas such as … [Read more...] about Open Call: Slovak Aid Small Grants for Bosnia and Herzegovina
Call for EOIs: Strengthening Child Protection Systems to Address CEFMU (Philippines)
Deadline: 10-Jun-2026 The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) is inviting applications to strengthen child protection systems and improve governance, coordination, and service delivery to prevent and respond to Child, Early and Forced Marriage and Unions … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Strengthening Child Protection Systems to Address CEFMU (Philippines)
Call for Proposals: Quick-Response Small Projects/Actions (Slovenia)
Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The Quick-Response Small Projects/Actions programme provides rapid-response grants to non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in Slovenia that need to address urgent societal, democratic, human rights, and environmental challenges. The programme supports advocacy, legal actions, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Quick-Response Small Projects/Actions (Slovenia)
CFAs: Support to Civil Society Organizations in Suriname
Deadline: 16-Jul-2026 The European Commission is inviting proposals from Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and non-governmental organizations to strengthen human rights, democracy, good governance, social inclusion, and sustainable development in Suriname. With a total budget of EUR 422,000, the … [Read more...] about CFAs: Support to Civil Society Organizations in Suriname
U.S. Embassy Montevideo Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program (Uruguay)
Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The U.S. Embassy Montevideo Public Diplomacy Section is seeking a qualified organization to administer a Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program in Uruguay. The selected organization will manage a competitive grants process supporting projects that strengthen U.S.-Uruguay … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Montevideo Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program (Uruguay)
Call for Advancing Women’s Leadership and Peacebuilding (South Sudan)
Deadline: 12-Jun-2026 UN Women is inviting grant applications to strengthen women’s leadership, peacebuilding, governance participation, and economic empowerment in Western Equatoria and Western Bahr el Ghazal states. The programme provides funding between USD 50,000 and USD 115,000 for qualified … [Read more...] about Call for Advancing Women’s Leadership and Peacebuilding (South Sudan)
First Call for Thematic Projects on Democratic Values and Human Rights (Poland)
Deadline: 29-Jul-2026 Civil society organisations in Poland can apply for funding to implement thematic projects that strengthen democratic values, promote the rule of law, and protect human rights. Grants ranging from EUR 10,000 to EUR 80,000 are available for eligible organisations, with … [Read more...] about First Call for Thematic Projects on Democratic Values and Human Rights (Poland)
Nominations open for Good Governance Awards (Ireland)
Deadline: 10-Sep-2026 The Good Governance Awards recognize and promote high standards of governance, transparency, accountability, and leadership among nonprofit organizations in Ireland. The awards encourage charities to produce high-quality annual reports and financial statements while … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Good Governance Awards (Ireland)
CFAs: Support for Civil Society, Human Rights and Press Freedom in Nigeria
Deadline: 19-Jun-2026 The European Commission has launched the Support to Civil Society and Human Rights in Nigeria Programme to strengthen the role of civil society organisations (CSOs) in governance, environmental protection, democracy, human rights, and sustainable development. The initiative … [Read more...] about CFAs: Support for Civil Society, Human Rights and Press Freedom in Nigeria
CFPs: North Macedonia Human Rights and Democracy Thematic Programme
Deadline: 31-Aug-2026 The European Union has opened applications under the EU Human Rights and Democracy Thematic Programme 2025–2026 in North Macedonia to support projects focused on human rights, democracy, digital freedoms, and the rule of law. Eligible civil society organisations and NGOs can … [Read more...] about CFPs: North Macedonia Human Rights and Democracy Thematic Programme
CFAs: Strengthening Local Civil Society for Inclusive Governance
Deadline: 07-Jul-2026 The European Commission is funding civil society initiatives in the Central African Republic to strengthen democratic governance, human rights, social cohesion, and environmental sustainability. The programme supports CSOs in improving citizen participation, accountability, … [Read more...] about CFAs: Strengthening Local Civil Society for Inclusive Governance
Call for Proposals: Promoting Inclusive Local Governance and Women’s Participation (Moldova)
Deadline: 11-Jun-2026 UN Women is inviting civil society organizations and consortiums in the Republic of Moldova to strengthen inclusive local governance by enhancing women’s leadership, civic participation, and community engagement in decision-making processes. The programme supports grassroots … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Promoting Inclusive Local Governance and Women’s Participation (Moldova)
Entries open for Democracy Hackathon 2026
Deadline: 05-Jun-2026 The Hack the Hate, Renew Democracy initiative is inviting multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative digital tools that combat online hate speech, disinformation, and harmful online behavior while strengthening democratic systems and public trust. Selected teams will … [Read more...] about Entries open for Democracy Hackathon 2026
Grants for Cultural Education, Governance, and Filipino Identity Initiatives (Philippines)
Deadline: 31-Aug-2026 The NCCA National Committee on Cultural Education (NCCE) opened multiple 2027 grant streams to strengthen cultural education, culture-based governance, heritage preservation, and community empowerment across the Philippines. Programs fund teaching-learning innovations, policy … [Read more...] about Grants for Cultural Education, Governance, and Filipino Identity Initiatives (Philippines)
RFAs: Rule of Law for Judiciary and Anti-Corruption Reforms (Macedonia)
Deadline: 25-Aug-2026 The Rule of Law (ROLAW III) programme is designed to reinforce the rule of law in North Macedonia. Its main goal is to improve the independence, efficiency, effectiveness, and professionalism of the justice system while also strengthening the country’s capacity to investigate … [Read more...] about RFAs: Rule of Law for Judiciary and Anti-Corruption Reforms (Macedonia)
RFAs: Research and Innovation Network for a Union of Equality
Deadline: 23-Sep-2026 The European Commission’s Research and Innovation Network for a Union of Equality is a Horizon Europe Coordination and Support Action aimed at strengthening inclusive, equal, and resilient democratic societies across the EU. With €4.5 million in funding, it supports … [Read more...] about RFAs: Research and Innovation Network for a Union of Equality
Open Call for Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program (Serbia)
Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program 2027–28 is a fully funded U.S. exchange fellowship for Serbian professionals to develop leadership skills in fields such as public policy, journalism, law, public health, technology, and governance. It includes academic study in the … [Read more...] about Open Call for Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program (Serbia)
Open Call: Action and Quick Intervention Grants (Hungary)
Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The Action and Quick Intervention Grants programme is inviting applications from civil society organisations in Hungary to support short-term campaigns and civic engagement initiatives that promote democratic values, public participation, and advocacy. The programme funds … [Read more...] about Open Call: Action and Quick Intervention Grants (Hungary)
Submit Applications for the Warsaw Fellowship Program
Deadline: 07-Jun-2026 The Warsaw Fellowship is an intensive leadership and learning programme designed to strengthen civic engagement in an increasingly digital and polarized world. It focuses on how technology, governance, and society intersect, particularly in areas such as: Democracy and … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for the Warsaw Fellowship Program
RFPs: Digital and Media Literacy as Drivers for Democratic and Civic Resilience
Deadline: 23-Sep-2026 The European Commission is funding research and innovation actions aimed at improving democratic resilience in the digital age. The program focuses on strengthening media literacy and digital literacy so that citizens can better identify misinformation, critically evaluate … [Read more...] about RFPs: Digital and Media Literacy as Drivers for Democratic and Civic Resilience
Applications open for “Ability to Impact-2” Small Grants Program (Ukraine)
Deadline: 14-Jun-2026 The “Ability to Impact-2” initiative is designed to strengthen Ukrainian civil society by supporting organizations that promote human rights, democratic values, and inclusive governance. It focuses on improving the capacity of civil society organizations (CSOs) to respond … [Read more...] about Applications open for “Ability to Impact-2” Small Grants Program (Ukraine)
Open Call: Re-D Fund to support Digital Democracy
Deadline: 05-Jun-2026 The Re-D Fund is a microgrant program that supports civil society groups working on digital democracy, civic empowerment, and protection of civic space. It provides flexible funding to organizations operating in challenging environments, especially in East and Southeast … [Read more...] about Open Call: Re-D Fund to support Digital Democracy
Open Call: Governing Global Commons Sustainably Initiative
Deadline: 23-Sep-2026 The European Commission is inviting grant applications to support multidisciplinary research and solutions for the sustainable governance of global commons in a rapidly changing geopolitical environment. The initiative focuses on strengthening governance … [Read more...] about Open Call: Governing Global Commons Sustainably Initiative
Apply Now: Future of Civil Service and Government Innovation Programme
Deadline: 23-Sep-2026 The European Commission is inviting grant applications to support research on how governments are transforming public administration systems and preparing civil services for future challenges. The initiative focuses on governance innovation, digital transformation, civil … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Future of Civil Service and Government Innovation Programme
Call for Supporting Post-Conflict Democracy and Reconstruction
Deadline: 23-Sep-2026 The European Commission is inviting grant applications for interdisciplinary research projects focused on democratic reconstruction, peacebuilding, and sustainable recovery in post-conflict societies. The initiative supports evidence-based research aimed at strengthening … [Read more...] about Call for Supporting Post-Conflict Democracy and Reconstruction
RFAs: Local Democracy, Participation and Governance Research Initiative
Deadline: 23-Sep-2026 The European Commission is accepting grant applications to support research and policymaking aimed at strengthening democratic governance and improving understanding of local democratic systems in low-income and lower-middle-income countries. The initiative focuses on … [Read more...] about RFAs: Local Democracy, Participation and Governance Research Initiative
Bayeux Calvados-Normandy Award for War Correspondents
Deadline: 05-Jun-2026 The Bayeux Calvados-Normandy Award for War Correspondents is inviting applications from journalists, photojournalists, radio reporters, and television correspondents covering war, conflict situations, humanitarian crises, and civilian experiences during armed violence … [Read more...] about Bayeux Calvados-Normandy Award for War Correspondents
CFAs: Middle East and North Africa Fellowship Program
Deadline: 26-Jun-2026 The NGFP MENA Fellowship, organized in partnership with Dubai Future Foundation through the Global Futures Society, is accepting applications from emerging futures and foresight practitioners across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The fellowship supports … [Read more...] about CFAs: Middle East and North Africa Fellowship Program
Applications open for Balkans Fellowship Program
Deadline: 26-Jun-2026 The NGFP Balkans Fellowship Program is accepting applications to support emerging foresight leaders from the Balkans through funding, training, mentorship, and collaboration opportunities focused on long-term systems-level change. The fellowship supports projects related to … [Read more...] about Applications open for Balkans Fellowship Program
Call for Proposals: Strengthening Local Peacebuilding in Benghazi and Derna (Libya)
Deadline: 06-Jun-2026 The United Nations Development Programme has launched a Call for Proposals to strengthen local peacebuilding, participatory governance, and evidence-based development planning through Urban Observatory Offices in Benghazi and Derna, Libya. The initiative supports SDG … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Strengthening Local Peacebuilding in Benghazi and Derna (Libya)
Call for Gender Equality Accelerator Project Proposals (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Deadline: 07-Jun-2026 The Gender Equality Accelerator Programme is a joint United Nations initiative designed to address structural gender inequalities affecting women and girls across Bosnia and Herzegovina. The programme is implemented by: UN Women UNICEF United Nations Development … [Read more...] about Call for Gender Equality Accelerator Project Proposals (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Applications Open for Story Grants on Inclusive Water Governance Reporting
Deadline: 14-Jun-2026 The Earth Journalism Network Mekong Story Grants support journalists in producing in-depth reporting on water governance, transboundary river issues, and community experiences in the Mekong region. The program emphasizes Gender Equity and Social Inclusion (GESI), investigative … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Story Grants on Inclusive Water Governance Reporting
CFAs: Small Grant Scheme for Local and Grassroot Organizations in Kosovo
Deadline: 14-Jun-2026 The Group for Legal and Political Studies (GLPS), with EU funding, is offering small grants to strengthen local civil society organizations in Kosovo. The program supports initiatives focused on social inequality, gender-based violence, human rights, civic participation, and … [Read more...] about CFAs: Small Grant Scheme for Local and Grassroot Organizations in Kosovo
Submissions open for German-Japanese Fellowship Programme 2026
Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The German–Japanese Journalists’ Program 2026–2027 is an international fellowship by the International Journalists’ Programmes (IJP) that supports mid-career German journalists in conducting immersive reporting exchanges in Japan. It focuses on geopolitical, economic, … [Read more...] about Submissions open for German-Japanese Fellowship Programme 2026
Call for Proposals to Strengthen Civil Society and Inclusive Governance in Papua New Guinea
Deadline: 22-May-2026 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), through a European Union-funded initiative, has launched a Call for Proposals to support civil society organizations in Papua New Guinea. The programme aims to strengthen inclusive governance, transparency, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals to Strengthen Civil Society and Inclusive Governance in Papua New Guinea
Fellowship to Advance Women’s Public Leadership and The SDGs
Deadline: 22-May-2026 The VV Engage Program is a leadership fellowship designed to enhance the capacity of women working in public leadership roles across government, politics, civil society, media, and civic institutions. It is supported by Freeport-McMoRan and implemented with global leadership … [Read more...] about Fellowship to Advance Women’s Public Leadership and The SDGs
Apply Now: Climate Democracy Accelerator Programme
Deadline: 26-Jun-2026 The Climate Democracy Accelerator is a six-month programme led by People Powered that supports government and civil society leaders in designing participatory climate action initiatives. It provides training, mentorship, peer learning, and funding to implement inclusive … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Climate Democracy Accelerator Programme
Applications open for Doctoral Dissertation Research Improvement Grants (US)
Deadline: 01-Jun-2026 The American Political Science Association (APSA) is accepting applications for its Doctoral Dissertation Research Improvement Grant to support empirical dissertation research in political science. Funded by the National Science Foundation, the programme provides grants of … [Read more...] about Applications open for Doctoral Dissertation Research Improvement Grants (US)
Nanaimo Foundation Launches Capacity Building Grants Program (Canada)
Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The Nanaimo Foundation has launched a Capacity Building Grants program to help charities and non-profit organizations strengthen long-term sustainability and organizational effectiveness. Eligible organizations can apply for grants ranging from $2,500 to $25,000 for internal … [Read more...] about Nanaimo Foundation Launches Capacity Building Grants Program (Canada)
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 Proposals: Small Grants 2026 (Lebanon and Iraq)
Deadline: 12-Jun-2026 The Slovak Agency for International Development Cooperation has launched the Call for Proposals – Small Grants 2026 to support development cooperation projects in Lebanon and Iraq. The programme aims to strengthen local development outcomes in key social, economic, and … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Small Grants 2026 (Lebanon and Iraq)
Request for Proposals: Strengthening the Capacity of Displaced Local Governments (Ukraine)
Deadline: 27-May-2026 This programme under the Partnership for a Strong Ukraine supports displaced local government bodies in Ukraine by strengthening governance capacity, service delivery, and community engagement. It focuses on regions affected by displacement and occupation, including Kherson, … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Strengthening the Capacity of Displaced Local Governments (Ukraine)
Social Innovators Programme Fellowship for Young African Changemakers
Deadline: 12-Jun-2026 The Social Innovators Programme (SIP) 2026 is a 9-month fellowship by LEAP Africa supporting early-stage social entrepreneurs across Africa. It provides training, mentorship, and networks to help scale sustainable social enterprises addressing key development challenges. The … [Read more...] about Social Innovators Programme Fellowship for Young African Changemakers
Call for Applications: Bilateral Fund
Deadline: 14-Aug-2026 The Bilateral Fund under the EEA Grants 2021–2028 Portugal is designed to strengthen cooperation between Portugal, Norway, and Iceland in strategic policy areas related to defence, international security, and foreign affairs. The programme supports initiatives connected … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Bilateral Fund
CFPs: Development of a Citizen Engagement and Digital Platform (Lesotho)
Deadline: 18-May-2026 The UNDP Lesotho digital public participation and governance platform grant is a governance innovation initiative designed to improve citizen participation and government accountability through a digital platform. Implemented by the United Nations Development Programme, it … [Read more...] about CFPs: Development of a Citizen Engagement and Digital Platform (Lesotho)
CFAs: Strengthening Local Democracy through LOD Project (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Deadline: 05-Jun-2026 The LOD project is a development initiative in Bosnia and Herzegovina aimed at strengthening democratic stability, reconciliation, and local development by improving cooperation between local authorities and civil society organisations (CSOs). It introduces transparent funding … [Read more...] about CFAs: Strengthening Local Democracy through LOD Project (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Call for Proposal: ICCA-GSI Phase 2 Grant Programme (Indonesia)
Deadline: 14-May-2026 The UNDP GEF Small Grants Programme Indonesia has launched ICCA-GSI Phase 2 to support Indigenous Peoples and local communities in protecting conserved territories and biodiversity in Indonesia. The programme provides up to USD 150,000 per project for community-based … [Read more...] about Call for Proposal: ICCA-GSI Phase 2 Grant Programme (Indonesia)
RFAs: Strengthening Civil Society and Media for Democracy in Zimbabwe
Deadline: 06-Jul-2026 The European Commission has launched a €2 million funding call under the NDICI–Global Europe framework to strengthen civil society organisations and independent media in Zimbabwe. The programme supports democracy, freedom of expression, investigative journalism, digital … [Read more...] about RFAs: Strengthening Civil Society and Media for Democracy in Zimbabwe
Call for Proposals: Strengthening Community Capacity (Ukraine)
Deadline: 25-May-2026 The Partnership for a Strong Ukraine (PFRU) program is funding community-based organizations in Ukraine to improve participatory recovery planning and service prioritization. The grants support inclusive consultation processes involving vulnerable groups such as … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Strengthening Community Capacity (Ukraine)
