Deadline: 31-Dec-23 The U.S. Embassy in Amman, with the Cultural Heritage Center in the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) of the U.S. Department of State, is pleased to announce the start of the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) Grants Program (Round 1). The … [Read more...] about U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Grants Program (Round 1) – Jordan
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 Expressions of Interest: Active Civil Society (ACS) Program – Armenia
Deadline: 21-Dec-23 The Civil Society in Action/Counterpart International in partnership with the Urban Foundation for Sustainable Development, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking Expressions of Interest from Armenian community-based organizations to … [Read more...] about Call for Expressions of Interest: Active Civil Society (ACS) Program – Armenia
Call for Nominations: Charity Governance Awards (United Kingdom)
Deadline: 6-Feb-24 Nominations are now open for the Charity Governance Awards, an exciting not-for-profit initiative created to celebrate outstanding governance and trusteeship in charities across the UK, allowing large and small not-for-profit organisations to inspire and learn from one … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: Charity Governance Awards (United Kingdom)
World Justice Challenge: The Rule of Law Foundation of Democracy
Deadline: 31-Jan-24 The World Justice Project (WJP) is pleased to announce the World Justice Challenge, a global competition to identify, recognize, and promote good practices and high-impact initiatives that protect and advance the rule of law. For the 2024 competition, the theme is The Rule … [Read more...] about World Justice Challenge: The Rule of Law Foundation of Democracy
Request for Proposals: Democracy Renewal Project Grantmaking 2023 (US)
Deadline: 17-Jan-24 Public Agenda is requesting proposals for the Democracy Renewal Project Grantmaking cycle 2023. The Democracy Renewal Project grantmaking cycle, Public Agenda seeks to support this movement to renew democracy with evidence on how to achieve full access to electoral … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Democracy Renewal Project Grantmaking 2023 (US)
Apply for Direct Aid Program 2023-24 (Fiji)
Deadline: 17-Dec-23 The Australian High Commission in Fiji is inviting applications for its Direct Aid Program to support projects with a strong development focus that complement Australia's broader aid program which contributes to sustainable economic growth and poverty reduction. The Direct … [Read more...] about Apply for Direct Aid Program 2023-24 (Fiji)
U.S. Embassy in Cameroon announces Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
Deadline: 15-Jul-24 The U.S. Embassy Yaoundé Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) has announced the availability of funding through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. Purpose of Small Grants The PDS grants program supports projects proposed by U.S. and Cameroonian academic, cultural, … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Cameroon announces Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
Up to $75,000 available for Organizations and Individuals in Thailand
Deadline: 7-Feb-24 The U.S. Embassy Bangkok Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations or individuals to submit a statement of interest (SOI) or concept note to carry out program(s) funded by the U.S. Embassy Bangkok. Priority Program … [Read more...] about Up to $75,000 available for Organizations and Individuals in Thailand
Call for Proposals: Search and Rescue New Initiatives Fund (Canada)
Deadline: 24-Jan-24 The Public Safety Canada is accepting applications for the Search and Rescue New Initiatives Fund (SAR NIF) to enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, economy, and innovation of search and rescue activities as they relate to the response and prevention objectives of search and … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Search and Rescue New Initiatives Fund (Canada)
Call for Proposals: Regional Codesign Partners
Deadline: 30-Nov-23 The Digital Democracy Initiative (DDI) team at CIVICUS is seeking five experienced and knowledgeable civil society organisations who can lead the co-design process for regional exploration and consensus-building to gain a comprehensive understanding of the DDI project's target … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Regional Codesign Partners
Call for Proposals to promote Participation of CSOs and Grassroots Organisations
Deadline: 27-Dec-23 The Western Balkans Fund is pleased to announce the launch of the sixth call for proposals to promote participation of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and grassroots organisations, in the Western Balkans, to participate in regional cooperation projects on social, cultural, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals to promote Participation of CSOs and Grassroots Organisations
Apply for Direct Aid Program 2023-24 (Indonesia)
Deadline: 30-Nov-23 The Australian Consulate-General in Bali’s Direct Aid Program is now open for 2023-24 project submissions and welcomes applications from Bali, Nusa Tenggara Barat (NTB) and Nusa Tenggara Timur (NTT). The DAP is a small grants program funded from Australia’s aid budget and … [Read more...] about Apply for Direct Aid Program 2023-24 (Indonesia)
Community Organizing Grants Program (United States, Haiti and Mexico)
Deadline: 8-Jan-24 The Peace Development Fund (PDF) is pleased to announce the Community Organizing Grants Program. The Community Organizing Grants Program is an umbrella for PDF’s annual grantmaking docket which consists of three grant programs: the Seeding the Movement Fund (formerly the … [Read more...] about Community Organizing Grants Program (United States, Haiti and Mexico)
Call for Proposals: Supporting Regional Thematic Networks of Civil Society Organisations
Deadline: 29-Dec-23 The European Commission (EC) is accepting proposals to enhance regional cooperation, good neighbourly relations and reconciliation, to strengthen participatory democracies and the EU approximation process in the Western Balkans and Türkiye. Objectives The specific … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Supporting Regional Thematic Networks of Civil Society Organisations
Bosnia and Herzegovina: Regional Program of Local Democracy in the Western Balkans 2 (ReLOaD2)
Deadline: 13-Dec-23 The Municipality of Novo Sarajevo in partnership with the United Nations Development Program announces a public call for civil society organizations/non-governmental organizations to submit project proposals as part of the project Regional Program of Local Democracy in the … [Read more...] about Bosnia and Herzegovina: Regional Program of Local Democracy in the Western Balkans 2 (ReLOaD2)
Call for Proposals: EU Partnership with Civil Society Organizations on Climate Change & Youth in Yemen
Deadline: 15-Feb-24 The European Commission (EC) has launched a call for proposals to complement the EU’s overall development cooperation with Yemen by strengthening the EU’s partnership with Yemeni Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) as independent actors of good governance and development in … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: EU Partnership with Civil Society Organizations on Climate Change & Youth in Yemen
Public Diplomacy Small Grant Program – Kyrgyzstan
Deadline: 17-Aug-24 The U.S. Embassy Bishkek Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through the Embassy’s Public Diplomacy Small Grant Program. Based on funding availability, projects awarded under this program will … [Read more...] about Public Diplomacy Small Grant Program – Kyrgyzstan
U.S. Embassy in Bulgaria Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
Deadline: 29-Dec-23 The U.S. Embassy Sofia 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. PDS Sofia invites proposals for programs that bolster the people-to-people ties between … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Bulgaria Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
Public Diplomacy Grants Program (Samoa)
Deadline: 8-Dec-23 The U.S. Embassy Apia, Samoa Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Grants Program. PDS Samoa invites Statements of Interest (SOI) for projects that seek to do at least one … [Read more...] about Public Diplomacy Grants Program (Samoa)
Call for Applications: Annual Program Statement for Civil Society in Action Armenia
Deadline: 30-Sep-24 Civil Society in Action/Counterpart International, in partnership with Urban Foundation for Sustainable Development through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is issuing APS for civil society organizations. The main objective of the project is … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Annual Program Statement for Civil Society in Action Armenia
Call for Proposals: Watchdog Reporting for Positive Changes (Georgia)
Deadline: 11-Dec-23 The Europe Foundation is pleased to announce a call for proposals that aim at shining a light on systemic corruption or at exposing poor governance in Georgia through fact-finding, reporting, and advocacy activities geared toward bringing violations to the forefront and … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Watchdog Reporting for Positive Changes (Georgia)
U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Grants Program – Angola & Sao Tome and Principe
Deadline: 20-Dec-23 The U.S. Embassy to Angola and Sao Tome and Principe has announced the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) Grants Program. Program Objective The U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation supports the preservation of cultural sites, cultural … [Read more...] about U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Grants Program – Angola & Sao Tome and Principe
Request for Proposals: Protection of Women’s Rights and Women’s Rights Activists (Georgia)
Deadline: 22-Nov-23 The Women's Fund in Georgia has announced the grant program "Protection of Women's Rights and Women's Rights Activists ", whose financial support is the British foundation Sigrid Rausing Trust. The grant contest is aimed at strengthening feminist and women's organizations … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Protection of Women’s Rights and Women’s Rights Activists (Georgia)
Call for Proposals: Dutch Human Rights Fund 2024 (Thailand, Cambodia and Laos)
Deadline: 29-Dec-23 The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands is pleased to invite eligible applicants active in Thailand, Laos and Cambodia to answer the call for proposals, for projects to be executed with support from the Dutch Human Rights Fund. Promoting and protecting human rights, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Dutch Human Rights Fund 2024 (Thailand, Cambodia and Laos)
Call for Proposals: Democracy Advancement Program (Liberia)
Deadline: 6-Dec-23 The Naymote Partners for Democratic Development is accepting applications from qualified Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) based in Montserrado, Lofa, Nimba, Bong, and Grand Bassa Counties to implement mini-grants under its Democracy Advancement Program (DAP). Aim The … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Democracy Advancement Program (Liberia)
Call for Applications: Public Diplomacy Grants Program (Sweden)
Deadline: 31-Dec-23 The U.S. Mission Sweden Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Grants Program. Priority Areas Priority Program Areas in Sweden: Security Programs that support or promote regional issues such … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Public Diplomacy Grants Program (Sweden)
Apply for Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program – Czech Republic
Deadline: 15-Jan-24 The U.S. Embassy Prague Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce available funding for projects advancing key strategic goals through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. Purpose of Small Grants The U.S. Embassy Prague … [Read more...] about Apply for Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program – Czech Republic
Call for Proposals: Supporting Democracy, Inclusion and Peace in South Africa
Deadline: 24-Nov-23 The British High Commission in Pretoria is inviting project proposals for a programme to reduce the risks of violence and exclusion in the 2024 South African elections and support the constructive engagement of accountability and oversight bodies with the Executive in the … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Supporting Democracy, Inclusion and Peace in South Africa
Minister’s Award for Excellence in Championing Gender Equality – VIVE (Canada)
Deadline: 31-Dec-23 Nominations are now open for the Minister's Award for Excellence in Championing Gender Equality – VIVE to promote gender equality in their lives, workplaces and government. The VIVE Awards were created as a way to highlight and acknowledge New Brunswick individuals that are … [Read more...] about Minister’s Award for Excellence in Championing Gender Equality – VIVE (Canada)
Applications open for Sport for Women’s Empowerment Programme
Deadline: 14-Dec-23 Through the "Sport for women's empowerment" program, the GIZ and FIFA are joining forces to combat gender inequalities and gender-based violence and promote and facilitate women's access to leadership, professional integration, entrepreneurship, life skills, governance, access … [Read more...] about Applications open for Sport for Women’s Empowerment Programme
MATRA and Human Rights Fund – Kosovo
Deadline: 15-Dec-23 The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Pristina eagerly invites non-governmental organizations registered in Kosovo to submit project proposals for the MATRA & Human Rights Fund. MATRA stands for maatschappelijke transformatie, meaning ‘social transformation’ … [Read more...] about MATRA and Human Rights Fund – Kosovo
USAID Development Innovation Ventures (DIV) Program
Deadline: 31-Oct-24 The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is inviting applications for the Development Innovation Ventures (DIV) program. Through a year-round grant competition, Development Innovation Ventures (DIV) sources proposals for innovations that address international … [Read more...] about USAID Development Innovation Ventures (DIV) Program
Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program – Japan
Deadline: 30-Sep-24 The U.S. Embassy Tokyo Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. Purpose of Small Grants PAS Tokyo invites proposals for programs that strengthen … [Read more...] about Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program – Japan
Public Diplomacy Cultural and Educational Programs (Kyrgyzstan)
Deadline: 17-Aug-24 The U.S. Embassy Bishkek Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce funding is available through the Embassy’s Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. The PDS invites proposals for programs that strengthen ties between the United … [Read more...] about Public Diplomacy Cultural and Educational Programs (Kyrgyzstan)
USAID Funding for Better Education in Malawi
Deadline: 27-Nov-23 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for a cooperative agreement from qualified entities to implement the Tisamale Mabuku (Let us take care of books) Project. This project is aligned with, and will be guided by, key GoM … [Read more...] about USAID Funding for Better Education in Malawi
Call for Proposals: Empowering Civil Society and Youth for an Inclusive Digital Transformation (Lebanon)
Deadline: 20-Nov-23 The Global Health Institute has launched the project Empowering Civil Society and Youth for an Inclusive Digital Transformation to increase the participation of Lebanese youth-led and youth-focused Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) within governance processes through … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Empowering Civil Society and Youth for an Inclusive Digital Transformation (Lebanon)
Small Grant Program (Netherlands)
Deadline: 28-Feb-24 The U.S. Embassy The Hague’s Public Diplomacy Section (PD) is calling for applications for Small Grant Program that strengthen ties between the United States and the Netherlands through programming that highlights shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. All … [Read more...] about Small Grant Program (Netherlands)
Public Diplomacy Grants Program (Turkey)
Deadline: 29-Dec-23 U.S. Mission Türkiye of the U.S. Department of State invites proposals for projects that strengthen ties between the United States and Türkiye through cultural and educational programming that highlights shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. All proposals must … [Read more...] about Public Diplomacy Grants Program (Turkey)
UNDEF Project Grants to strengthen the Voice of Civil Society
Deadline: 30-Nov-23 Civil society organizations around the globe are invited to apply for grants up to US$ 200,000 for 2-year projects that increase civic space, empower civil society, promote human rights, and encourage the participation of all groups in democratic processes. The large … [Read more...] about UNDEF Project Grants to strengthen the Voice of Civil Society
Call for Proposals: Humanities Research Centers on Artificial Intelligence (US)
Deadline: 14-Feb-24 The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Division of Research Programs is accepting applications for the Humanities Research Centers on Artificial Intelligence (AI) program. The Humanities Research Centers on Artificial Intelligence program aims to support a more … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Humanities Research Centers on Artificial Intelligence (US)
Apply for Direct Aid Program 2023-24 (India)
Deadline: 15-Dec-23 The Australian Consulate-General in Bengaluru is inviting applications for its Direct Aid Program to support projects with a strong development focus that complement Australia's broader aid program which contributes to sustainable economic growth and poverty reduction. The … [Read more...] about Apply for Direct Aid Program 2023-24 (India)
CFPs: Enhancing CSOs’ Contribution to Governance and Development Processes (Malaysia)
Deadline: 19-Dec-23 The European Commission (EC) is inviting applications to strengthen civil society organisations (CSOs) as independent development actors to contribute to governance and development process in Malaysia, with a view to contribute to the attainment of sustainable development … [Read more...] about CFPs: Enhancing CSOs’ Contribution to Governance and Development Processes (Malaysia)
Applications open for Climate Democracy Accelerator Program
Deadline: 5-Jan-24 Applications are now open for the Climate Democracy Accelerator Program. The Climate Democracy Accelerator (CDA) is a six-month, practice-oriented training and support program that prepares members to plan and implement an inclusive and participatory process for a just … [Read more...] about Applications open for Climate Democracy Accelerator Program
Open call for Small Project Proposals (Indonesia and Timor-Leste)
Deadline: 30-Nov-23 The Embassy of Switzerland in Indonesia is supporting small-scale initiatives by local non-profit organizations and foundations that are active in Indonesia and Timor-Leste, promoting human rights and development. Goals and Objectives Projects aligning with the thematic … [Read more...] about Open call for Small Project Proposals (Indonesia and Timor-Leste)
WSA Young Innovators Award
Deadline: 10-Nov-23 Applications are open for the WSA Young Innovators Award, a special recognition for young people under 26 years of age, using ICTs to take action on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). WSA Categories Government & Citizen Engagement … [Read more...] about WSA Young Innovators Award
Call for Applications: local.history Funding Program
Deadline: 15-Feb-2024 The EVZ Foundation is inviting applications for the local.history funding program to support locally and regionally active history initiatives from Central and Eastern Europe. Funding is provided for projects aimed at addressing and remembering the period of National … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: local.history Funding Program
Grants to support the Social Involvement of Children and Young People
Deadline: 1-Nov-23 The Transatlantic Foundation (TF), in cooperation with the Engaging Central Europe (ECE) program of The German Marshall Fund of the United States, is launching a dedicated call for proposals. This funding opportunity aims to support civil society organizations (CSOs) with … [Read more...] about Grants to support the Social Involvement of Children and Young People
Call for Proposals: Enhancing Participation of Vulnerable Groups in Political and Policy Processes
Deadline: 1-Nov-23 The Transatlantic Foundation (TF), in cooperation with the Engaging Central Europe (ECE) program of The German Marshall Fund of the United States, is launching a dedicated call for proposals. This funding opportunity aims to support civil society organizations (CSOs) with … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Enhancing Participation of Vulnerable Groups in Political and Policy Processes
Call for Proposals: Enhancing Participation of Women in Political and Policy Processes
Deadline: 1-Nov-23 The Transatlantic Foundation (TF), in cooperation with the Engaging Central Europe (ECE) program of The German Marshall Fund of the United States, is launching a dedicated call for proposals. This funding opportunity aims to support civil society organizations (CSOs) with … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Enhancing Participation of Women in Political and Policy Processes
Aspire Coronation Trust Foundation Grant Program in Africa
Deadline: 10-Nov-23 The Aspire Coronation Trust Foundation is seeking applications for its grant program to support local, national and regional non-profit and social enterprise organizations working to address challenges and related vulnerabilities across Africa. The ACT Foundation supports … [Read more...] about Aspire Coronation Trust Foundation Grant Program in Africa
