Deadline: 1-Feb-25 The Rafto Foundation is seeking nominations for the Rafto Prize to award a person or an organization who stands up for human rights and democracy. Who can nominate? Anyone with an interest in and knowledge about human rights is welcome to nominate candidates. Candidates … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: Rafto Prize for Human Rights and Democracy
Latest Grants and Resources for Democracy and Good Governance
View the latest grant funding and resources in the area of Democracy and Good Governance for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals around the world.
Call for Proposals: Support to Human Rights, Democracy and Civil Society in Jordan 2024
Deadline: 30-May-24 The European Commission (EC) has launched the call for proposals to contribute to an inclusive, participatory, empowered, and independent civil society in Jordan as well as an inclusive and open dialogue with and between civils society organisations. Objectives of the … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Support to Human Rights, Democracy and Civil Society in Jordan 2024
Call for Applications: African Union Civic Tech Fund 2.0
Deadline: 12-May-24 The African Union Commission (AUC), with the support of the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), is delighted to launch the second Grant Call for civic tech innovations in Africa to catalyse and scale innovative civic tech solutions that harness the … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: African Union Civic Tech Fund 2.0
UN Women invites CSOs to address Violence Against Women in Politics
Deadline: 30/04/24 The UN Women is inviting applications to strengthen the institutional capacity of a civil society organization working in the area of increasing women’s political participation. The grant is expected to increase the resource and capacity of an eligible CSO to address … [Read more...] about UN Women invites CSOs to address Violence Against Women in Politics
Apply for Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program 2024
Deadline: 15/07/24 The U.S. Embassy Port Moresby Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce the availability of funding through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program to strengthen the economic, social, and environmental conditions in Papua New Guinea, … [Read more...] about Apply for Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program 2024
Funding for Development Projects to strengthen CSOs and to achieve SDGs
Deadline: 01-May-24 The Embassy of France in Bangladesh has launched its annual Call for Expressions of Project Intentions (AMI) provide co-financing for development projects that aim to contribute to strengthening local civil society partners and to achieving sustainable development … [Read more...] about Funding for Development Projects to strengthen CSOs and to achieve SDGs
Youth and Education Exchange Grant Program (Austria)
Deadline: 15/06/24 The U.S. Embassy Vienna of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out Youth and Education Exchange Grant Program to increase understanding of the United States and strengthen support for the transatlantic … [Read more...] about Youth and Education Exchange Grant Program (Austria)
NOFO: Ambassador’s Resilience Fund (Benin)
Deadline: 12-Jun-24 U.S. Embassy Cotonou is pleased to announce an open competition for non-governmental organizations to apply for the Ambassador’s Resilience Fund (ARF). The goal of the ARF is to strengthen the ability of local actors to address cross-border security threats by reinforcing … [Read more...] about NOFO: Ambassador’s Resilience Fund (Benin)
Canadian Embassy offers Grants to support Small-Scale, High-Impact Projects in Ghana
Deadline: 24-Apr-24 The High Commission of Canada in Ghana is pleased to launch its annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). The CFLI is a program designed to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, which align with Global Affairs … [Read more...] about Canadian Embassy offers Grants to support Small-Scale, High-Impact Projects in Ghana
SlovakAid Small Grants Programme (Serbia)
Deadline: 31-Jul-24 The Slovak Agency for International Development Cooperation (SAIDC), in collaboration with the Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Belgrade, has launched a Call for Proposals for Small grants provided to partners in the Republic of Serbia in 2024. Small grants are one of the … [Read more...] about SlovakAid Small Grants Programme (Serbia)
CFPs: Advancing Women’s Political Participation Project (Nigeria)
Deadline: 20-Apr-2024 The UN Women is seeking applications for Advancing Women’s Political Participation project to support actions that will enhance inclusion of women’s voice and their equal representation and participation in leadership and political processes. Women’s political empowerment … [Read more...] about CFPs: Advancing Women’s Political Participation Project (Nigeria)
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives to support Small-Scale, High-Impact Projects
Deadline: 03-May-24 The High Commission of Canada in Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean is pleased to launch its annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). The program is directed at projects conceived and designed predominantly by local partners. Projects are … [Read more...] about Canada Fund for Local Initiatives to support Small-Scale, High-Impact Projects
CFPs: Thematic Program for CSOs and Human Rights and Democracy (Guatemala)
Deadline: 29-May-24 The European Commission (EC) is currently accepting applications for two thematic programs to promote and protect human rights and fundamental freedoms, democracy and the rule of law and to promote the strengthening and active participation of Civil Society … [Read more...] about CFPs: Thematic Program for CSOs and Human Rights and Democracy (Guatemala)
“Strengthening Democratic Resilience through Civic Participation” Project in Ukraine
Deadline: 01-May-24 The Council of Europe in Ukraine is inviting applications to support projects on strengthening civic participation in Ukraine that raise awareness and knowledge of citizens about mechanisms and tools which allow them to influence and participate in the solution of local … [Read more...] about “Strengthening Democratic Resilience through Civic Participation” Project in Ukraine
Democracy Commission Small Grants Program – Serbia
Deadline: 10-May-24 The U.S. Embassy Belgrade of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications for the Democracy Commission Small Grants Program. Program Objectives Proposals should align with the U.S. Embassy’s objectives to … [Read more...] about Democracy Commission Small Grants Program – Serbia
Burkina Faso: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives to support Small-scale, High-impact Projects
Deadline: 29-Apr-24 The Embassy of Canada to Burkina Faso has launched the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, which align with Global Affairs Canada’s thematic priority areas for engagement. The program is directed at … [Read more...] about Burkina Faso: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives to support Small-scale, High-impact Projects
LGBTIQ+ Organisational Development Grants (Australia)
Deadline: 29-Apr-2024 The LGBTIQA+ Organisational Development Grants strengthen Victoria’s LGBTIQA+ communities by supporting LGBTIQA+ organisations and groups to grow their crucial work. Since 2016, the LGBTIQA+ Organisational Development Grants program has supported more than 100 Victorian … [Read more...] about LGBTIQ+ Organisational Development Grants (Australia)
Call for Applications to Support Civil Society Organisations in the Republic of Moldova
Deadline: 28-May-2024 The European Commission is inviting applications to support Civil Society Organisations in the Republic of Moldova to act as key contributors to the democratic and economic transformation of the country. The current Call for proposal is financed under the EaP Civil … [Read more...] about Call for Applications to Support Civil Society Organisations in the Republic of Moldova
Bangladesh: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives to support Small-scale, High-impact Projects
Deadline: 24-Apr-2024 The High Commission of Canada in Bangladesh is inviting applications for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, which align with Global Affairs Canada’s thematic priority areas for engagement. The … [Read more...] about Bangladesh: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives to support Small-scale, High-impact Projects
CFPs: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (Zimbabwe, Botswana and Malawi)
Deadline: 30-Apr-2024 The Embassy/High Commission of Canada to Zimbabwe, Botswana and Malawi has launched the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, which align with Global Affairs Canada’s thematic priority areas for … [Read more...] about CFPs: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (Zimbabwe, Botswana and Malawi)
NOFO: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program (Namibia)
Deadline: 30-Jun-2024 The U.S. Embassy Windhoek Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State is inviting applications for the funding opportunity through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. PDS Windhoek invites proposals for programs that strengthen cultural ties … [Read more...] about NOFO: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program (Namibia)
Up to CAD$60,000 available under Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Türkiye, Azerbaijan, and Georgia
Deadline: 06-May-24 The Embassy of Canada in Türkiye is pleased to launch its annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) for projects in Türkiye, Azerbaijan, and Georgia. The CFLI is a program designed to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing … [Read more...] about Up to CAD$60,000 available under Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Türkiye, Azerbaijan, and Georgia
CFPs: Strengthening Citizen Engagement in Democratic Republic of Congo
Deadline: 20-May-24 The European Commission is inviting applications for a thematic program to contribute to the improvement of democratic governance and peace in the DRC by supporting and strengthening an inclusive, participatory, autonomous and independent civil society and democratic space; … [Read more...] about CFPs: Strengthening Citizen Engagement in Democratic Republic of Congo
CFPs: Thematic Program for CSOs and Human Rights and Democracy (Honduras)
Deadline: 25-May-24 The European Commission (EC) is currently accepting applications for the a thematic program to promote the strengthening and active participation of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in sustainable development, inclusion, promotion and protection of human rights, as well as … [Read more...] about CFPs: Thematic Program for CSOs and Human Rights and Democracy (Honduras)
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives for Benin ($25,000 to $50,000)
Deadline: 29-Apr-24 The Embassy of Canada to the Republic of Benin is inviting applications for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, which align with Global Affairs Canada’s thematic priority areas for … [Read more...] about Canada Fund for Local Initiatives for Benin ($25,000 to $50,000)
Call for Proposals: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (Morocco)
Deadline: 08-May-24 The Embassy of Canada in Morocco is currently accepting applications for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). The CFLI is a program designed to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, which align with Global Affairs Canada’s thematic … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (Morocco)
CFPs: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (Mexico)
Deadline: 21-Apr-24 The Embassy of Canada in Mexico is pleased to launch its annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). The CFLI is a program designed to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, which align with Global Affairs Canada’s … [Read more...] about CFPs: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (Mexico)
Call for Proposals: Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values Programme (CERV)
Deadline: 06-Jun-24 The European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA) is seeking applications for Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values Programme (CERV). This is a call for proposals for EU action grants in the field of European Remembrance under the Citizens, Equality, Rights and … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values Programme (CERV)
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives to support Small-Scale, High Impact Projects (South Sudan)
Deadline: 26-Apr-24 The Embassy of Canada in South Sudan is pleased to launch its annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). The CFLI is a program designed to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, which align with Global Affairs … [Read more...] about Canada Fund for Local Initiatives to support Small-Scale, High Impact Projects (South Sudan)
Canadian Embassy launches Syria Canada Fund for Local Initiatives
Deadline: 06-May-24 The Syria Office at the Canadian Embassy to Lebanon is pleased to announce a call for proposals for the Syria Canada Fund for Local Initiatives. The The CFLI funds small and results-oriented projects which are proposed and implemented by officially registered local NGOs and … [Read more...] about Canadian Embassy launches Syria Canada Fund for Local Initiatives
U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Turkey: Public Diplomacy Grants Program
Deadline: 03-May-24 The U.S. Mission to Türkiye of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Grants to strengthen ties between the United States and Türkiye through cultural and educational programming that highlights shared values … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Turkey: Public Diplomacy Grants Program
Notice of Funding Opportunity: Digital Projects for the Public (United States)
Deadline: 12-Jun-24 The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is currently inviting submissions for Digital Projects for the Public program to support projects that interpret and analyze humanities content in primarily digital platforms and formats, such as websites, mobile applications and … [Read more...] about Notice of Funding Opportunity: Digital Projects for the Public (United States)
U.S. Mission to Iraq PD Small Grants Program
Deadline: 01-Sep-24 The U.S. Embassy Baghdad Public Diplomacy Section (PD Section), on behalf of U.S. Mission Iraq, is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. Purpose of Small Grants: The Embassy PD Section invites proposals for programs … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Iraq PD Small Grants Program
Open Competition for Organizations & Individuals to carry out Public Engagement Program (Ethiopia)
Deadline: 30-Apr-24 The U.S. Embassy Ethiopia Public Diplomacy (PD) section of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations or individuals to submit a statement of interest (SOI) to carry out a public engagement program to strengthen cultural ties between the United … [Read more...] about Open Competition for Organizations & Individuals to carry out Public Engagement Program (Ethiopia)
NOFO: USAID Kenya and East Africa Social and Behavior Change Activity
Deadline: 03-May-24 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for a cooperative agreement from qualified entities to implement the USAID/KEA SBC Activity. Activity Goals The USAID/KEA SBC Activity (“Activity”) will support individuals (including … [Read more...] about NOFO: USAID Kenya and East Africa Social and Behavior Change Activity
Call for Proposals: Supporting Civil Society Organisations (Croatia)
Deadline: 15-Apr-24 In partnership with the Croatian Office for Cooperation with NGOs of the government of the Republic of Croatia, the French embassy in Croatia launches a call for proposals to promote French-Croatian partnerships among civil society organisations. Objective The call is … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Supporting Civil Society Organisations (Croatia)
Human Rights & Democracy Grants for South Africa
Deadline: 13-May-24 The European Commission is inviting submissions for Thematic Programme on Human Rights & Democracy to promote and protect human rights and fundamental freedoms, democracy and rule of law through support to civil society initiatives. Any action funded following this Call … [Read more...] about Human Rights & Democracy Grants for South Africa
Call for Proposals: Ambassador’s Small Grant Program (Timor-Leste)
Deadline: 25-Apr-24 The Embassy of the United States of America in Timor-Leste seeks to fund proposals that will aid in good governance efforts in support of societal and institutional growth in Timor-Leste. This is an open competition for foreign (non-U.S.) not-for-profit organizations with … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Ambassador’s Small Grant Program (Timor-Leste)
Submissions open for PDS Grant Program (Timor-Leste)
Deadline: 31-Aug-24 The U.S. Embassy in Timor-Leste, through the Public Diplomacy Section, is pleased to announce its FY 2024 open competition for organizations and individuals to submit applications to carry out programs that strengthen the U.S.-Timorese partnership; bolster good governance, … [Read more...] about Submissions open for PDS Grant Program (Timor-Leste)
U.S. Embassy in Cambodia: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
Deadline: 30-Jun-24 The U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. Purpose PDS Phnom Penh invites proposals for programs that strengthen ties … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Cambodia: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
Call for Entries: “Human Rights in Conditions of War” Competition (Ukraine)
Deadline: 25-Apr-24 The International Renaissance Foundation (IRF) has announced an open call for "Human Rights in conditions of war" competition to support the activities of civil society organizations that act to protect human rights, defend the principles of democracy and the rule of law, … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: “Human Rights in Conditions of War” Competition (Ukraine)
DRL Balkans Environmental Protection Program – Apply Now!
Deadline: 30-May-24 The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) announces an open competition for organizations to support civil society in the Western Balkans to hold governments accountable and transparent by promoting greater public participation with a … [Read more...] about DRL Balkans Environmental Protection Program – Apply Now!
Apply for Democracy Commission Small Grants Program (Georgia)
Deadline: 02-May-24 U.S. Embassy Tbilisi announces an open competition for Democracy Commission Small Grants Program to enable embassies to support local democratic initiatives in the countries of Central, Eastern Europe, and the post-Soviet States. The implementing body at each mission is the … [Read more...] about Apply for Democracy Commission Small Grants Program (Georgia)
NOFO: Cultural Small Grants Program (Georgia)
Deadline: 28-Jun-24 The U.S. Embassy Tbilisi Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Cultural Small Grants Program. PDS Tbilisi invites proposals for programs that strengthen cultural ties … [Read more...] about NOFO: Cultural Small Grants Program (Georgia)
NOFO: Democracy Commission Small Grants Program (Albania)
Deadline: 30-Apr-24 The U.S. Embassy Tirana of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications under the Democracy Commission program. Focus Areas Anti-Corruption Good Governance Cyber-security Energy Security Human … [Read more...] about NOFO: Democracy Commission Small Grants Program (Albania)
Apply for Research Innovation & Collaboration Exchange Fellowships
Deadline: 15-May-24 The East-West Center (EWC) will provide RICE Fellowships for scholars, policy experts, non-government organization/civil society organization (NGO/CSO) members, researchers, or journalists from the Indo-Pacific Region, including the United States, to undertake research or … [Read more...] about Apply for Research Innovation & Collaboration Exchange Fellowships
CFPs: Boosting Fact-Checking Activities in Europe
Deadline: 28-Jun-24 The European Media & Information Fund has announced the Boosting Fact-checking Activities in Europe to support projects from independent fact-checking organisations, which play a key role in limiting the negative effects of disinformation on the public discourse and … [Read more...] about CFPs: Boosting Fact-Checking Activities in Europe
CFPs: CSOs to support Projects focused on Women and Girls Protection (Lebanon)
Deadline: 14-May-24 The United Nations Women’s Peace & Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) has launched a call for proposals in Lebanon to support civil society organizations to implement projects focusing on the protection of women and girls and on peacebuilding and recovery, as well as supporting local … [Read more...] about CFPs: CSOs to support Projects focused on Women and Girls Protection (Lebanon)
Next Generation Foresight Practitioners Fellowship (Global South)
Deadline: 31-May-24 Apply for the Next Generation Foresight Practitioners Fellowship, an opportunity for young professionals to have more support as they begin to explore the futures and foresight field. NGFP knows that being a futurist can be a lonely place, and a sort of practice that … [Read more...] about Next Generation Foresight Practitioners Fellowship (Global South)
Transparency & Governance Reporting Grants (Global South)
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity The Pulitzer Center is seeking applications for the reporting initiative focused on the systems, organizations, and people that destabilize countries, erode democracies, and enable corruption. Pulitzer Center grantees report on shadowy finance schemes, … [Read more...] about Transparency & Governance Reporting Grants (Global South)
