Deadline: 17-Nov-23 The City of Goražde in partnership with the United Nations Development Program has announced 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 Western … [Read more...] about Regional Program of Local Democracy in the Western Balkans 2 (ReLOaD2) – Bosnia and Herzegovina
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.
Investigative Journalism Training Program in Armenia
Deadline: 18-Dec-23 The U.S. Embassy, Yerevan, of the U.S. Department of State, announces an open competition for organizations to submit a statement of interest (SOI) to implement an “Investigative Journalism Training Program” Project. The initiative will advance the Embassy’s goal of … [Read more...] about Investigative Journalism Training Program in Armenia
Call for Proposals: Local Transformation Projects (LTPs) 2024
Deadline: 10-Nov-23 The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Manila is pleased to launch a call for proposals for the Local Transformation Projects (LTPs) for the year 2024. Areas In accordance with the Programme of the Czech Republic’s Human Rights and Transition Promotion Policy, the projects … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Local Transformation Projects (LTPs) 2024
Common Future Accelerator Program 2024 (United States)
Deadline: 3-Nov-23 Common Future is accepting applications to support organizations developing models to close the racial wealth gap by removing social, financial, and political barriers that stand in the way of transformative change. Through the three-month long accelerator program, Common … [Read more...] about Common Future Accelerator Program 2024 (United States)
U.S. Embassy Yerevan’s PDS Small Grants Program – Armenia
Deadline: 31-Dec-23 The U.S. Embassy Yerevan 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. Priority Program Areas Reinforce U.S.-Armenian Shared Values, by funding proposals … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Yerevan’s PDS Small Grants Program – Armenia
Small and Mighty Grants Program (US$ 5,000 – US$ 15,000) – Sri Lanka
Deadline: 10-Nov-23 The U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka is inviting qualified organizations or individuals to submit proposals to implement innovative projects under the Small and Mighty Grants Program 2023/2024. Categories This program acknowledges the transformative potential of small and … [Read more...] about Small and Mighty Grants Program (US$ 5,000 – US$ 15,000) – Sri Lanka
Call for Proposals: Local Transformation Projects (Nigeria)
Deadline: 3-Nov-23 The Czech Republic perceives the need to help the development of civil society and thus contribute to the spread of democracy, the rule of law and the protection of human rights. In this context, the Embassy of the Czech Republic in Nigeria is launching a call for proposals for … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Local Transformation Projects (Nigeria)
PDS Small Grants Program – India
Deadline: 28-Feb-24 The U.S. Consulate General Chennai’s Public Diplomacy section (PD Chennai) is pleased to announce an open competition for non-profit organizations to submit applications to implement programs that foster stronger bilateral and regional ties through diverse public diplomacy … [Read more...] about PDS Small Grants Program – India
Apply for the Western Balkans Youth Cultural Fund
Deadline: 12-Nov-23 The Regional Youth Cooperation Office (RYCO) is excited to announce the Western Balkans Youth Cultural Fund. They invite cultural practitioners and CSOs from the field of culture to explore opportunities and apply. The Western Balkans Youth Cultural fund is a project … [Read more...] about Apply for the Western Balkans Youth Cultural Fund
Regional Program of Local Democracy in the Western Balkans 2 (ReLOaD2) – Bosnia and Herzegovina
Deadline: 15-Nov-23 The Municipality of Rudo 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 Western … [Read more...] about Regional Program of Local Democracy in the Western Balkans 2 (ReLOaD2) – Bosnia and Herzegovina
Regional Program of Local Democracy in the Western Balkans 2 (ReLOaD2) – BiH
Deadline: 9-Nov-23 The City of Bihać 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 Western Balkans 2 … [Read more...] about Regional Program of Local Democracy in the Western Balkans 2 (ReLOaD2) – BiH
KIOS Foundation: Open Call for Grant Proposals from Kenya
Deadline: 12-Nov-23 Grassroots and community-based organisations are welcome to apply for the Rights, Governance and Accountability Grants. This open call for proposals is part of an EU-funded project called “Strengthening the capacity of county-based and grassroots civil society groups for … [Read more...] about KIOS Foundation: Open Call for Grant Proposals from Kenya
CFPs: Regional Program of Local Democracy in the Western Balkans 2 (ReLOaD2) – BiH
Deadline: 30-Oct-23 The City of Mostar and the ReLOaD2 project are inviting all civil society organizations that have experience in the implementation of youth projects, which operate in the area of the City of Mostar, to submit project proposals related to the development goals of the City of … [Read more...] about CFPs: Regional Program of Local Democracy in the Western Balkans 2 (ReLOaD2) – BiH
Indigenous Earth Fund: Grants range from $50,000 – $75,000 for one year (US)
Deadline: 31-Oct-23 The Liberated Capital is inviting proposals from Indigenous-led organizations and tribes working to build political power, movements, and lead campaigns to drive Indigenous solutions around climate change and conservation issues in the United States. Examples of the work … [Read more...] about Indigenous Earth Fund: Grants range from $50,000 – $75,000 for one year (US)
Call for Applications: Identification of Country Partners in Angola, Equatorial Guinea and São Tomé and Príncipe
Deadline: 15-Nov-23 The Nkafu Policy Institute seeks applications from think tanks to promote women’s rights, accountability, security, and integrated governance within the ECCAS region. The Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS) is an economic union of 11 countries created to … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Identification of Country Partners in Angola, Equatorial Guinea and São Tomé and Príncipe
Request for Proposals: Partnership Incubation Funding Program (South Africa)
Deadline: 31-Oct-23 The WWF South Africa is seeking applications for the Partnership Incubation Funding Program to support innovative and novel partnership models that encourage collaboration among CSOs - both environmental and social - as well as to provide support and encouragement in the … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Partnership Incubation Funding Program (South Africa)
Direct Aid Program 2023-24 (Mauritius, Comoros and Madagascar)
Deadline: 25-Oct-23 The Australian High Commission/Embassy Mauritius is inviting applications to support non-profit organisations working in local communities on activities that support sustainable and inclusive development. The Direct Aid Program (DAP) is a small-grants scheme managed by … [Read more...] about Direct Aid Program 2023-24 (Mauritius, Comoros and Madagascar)
Call for Proposals: Local Initiatives on Open Governance and Human Rights (Ukraine)
Deadline: 19-Oct-23 This competition is announced within the framework of the Council of Europe project "Strengthening multi-level governance, democracy and human rights at the local level in Ukraine", which is implemented by the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities (hereinafter - the … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Local Initiatives on Open Governance and Human Rights (Ukraine)
Call for Applications: Intensive Training for Change-Makers on Gender Audits and Gender Action Plans
Deadline: 30-Nov-23 The OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) is seeking applications for the Intensive Training for Change-Makers on Gender audits and gender action plans as Tools for institutional transformation of political parties. ODIHR’s Intensive Training for … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Intensive Training for Change-Makers on Gender Audits and Gender Action Plans
Call for Proposals: Local Transformation Projects in Turkey
Deadline: 3-Nov-23 The Consulate General of the Czech Republic in Istanbul is pleased to launch a call for proposals for the Local Transformation Projects (LTPs) for the year 2024. Areas In accordance with the Programme of the Czech Republic’s Human Rights and Transition Promotion Policy, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Local Transformation Projects in Turkey
PEPFAR Community Grants Program for Kenyan Organizations ($6,000 – $15,000)
Deadline: 30-Oct-23 The U.S. Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya and the U.S. Department of State have announced an open competition for Kenyan organizations to submit applications to carry out projects related to HIV. Program Objectives The PEPFAR Community Grants Program (PCGP) seeks to award … [Read more...] about PEPFAR Community Grants Program for Kenyan Organizations ($6,000 – $15,000)
Grants for local Women’s Civil Society Organizations in Sudan
Deadline: 25-Oct-23 The overall purpose of this call for proposals is to provide grants to local women and young women’s civil society organizations in Sudan focused on ensuring an enabling environment for WPS commitments, increasing women’s leadership in conflict resolution, and peacebuilding … [Read more...] about Grants for local Women’s Civil Society Organizations in Sudan
Call for Proposals: MATRA and Human Rights Fund – Georgia
Deadline: 30-Oct-23 The Embassy of the Netherlands in Georgia is pleased to announce a call for proposals 2024 for Georgian civil society organisations under two financial instruments: MATRA and Human Rights Fund. Description of the Instruments MATRA MATRA is a Dutch abbreviation for … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: MATRA and Human Rights Fund – Georgia
Small Scale Transition Projects 2024 (Moldova)
Deadline: 23-Oct-23 The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Chisinau invites applications from local non-governmental organizations to support Small Scale TRANSITION Projects 2024. Project Priorities The submitted proposal should not be a contribution to the project of a large funder. … [Read more...] about Small Scale Transition Projects 2024 (Moldova)
Call for Proposals: Arab Region Dialogue Initiatives
Deadline: 23-Oct-23 The International Dialogue Centre (KAICIID) has allocated funds to sponsor short-term dialogue initiatives that focus on building bridges between diverse religious, ethnic, political, and regional communities. KAICIID’s country programmes aim to strengthen IRD and the … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Arab Region Dialogue Initiatives
United Way of Trinidad and Tobago Community Fund Grants 2023/24
Deadline: 13-Oct-23 The United Way of Trinidad & Tobago (UWTT) is inviting registered Not for Profit (NPO) partners to submit applications for the 2023/24 grant funding cycle. UWTT is a social impact organisation striving to bring people together to amplify the collective ability to … [Read more...] about United Way of Trinidad and Tobago Community Fund Grants 2023/24
Call for Proposals: Local Transition Projects (Armenia)
Deadline: 27-Oct-23 The Embassy of the Czech Republic to the Republic of Armenia is pleased to launch its annual call for proposals for the Local Transition Projects 2024. The Transition Promotion Program, established in 2005, is a democracy assistance financial instrument of the Ministry of … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Local Transition Projects (Armenia)
Call for Proposals: Local Transition Projects to promote Human Rights and Democracy
Deadline: 26-Oct-23 The Embassy of the Czech Republic in New Delhi announces a call for proposals for the Local Transition Projects 2024. The LTP´s fall under the Transition Promotion Program, which is the framework of the support of human rights and democracy of the Ministry of Foreign … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Local Transition Projects to promote Human Rights and Democracy
The New Democracy Fund accepting Applications for the Flexible Response Mechanism to support Civil Society Actors
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity The New Democracy Fund is accepting applications for the Flexible Response Mechanism to support civil society actors from the Eastern Neighbourhood Countries (ENC) – Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine - are increasing their capability to … [Read more...] about The New Democracy Fund accepting Applications for the Flexible Response Mechanism to support Civil Society Actors
Black Organizing Innovations Project (United States)
Deadline: 1-Nov-23 If you are a Black-led, Black-focused community organization that has a track record of working to activate, educate, and motivate Black men to shape the futures all year round, apply for the Black Organizing Innovations Project today! The Black Futures Lab and the Black to … [Read more...] about Black Organizing Innovations Project (United States)
Direct Aid Program 2023-24 (Serbia, North Macedonia and Montenegro)
Deadline: 15-Oct-23 The Australian Embassy in Belgrade invites all eligible entities in Serbia, North Macedonia and Montenegro to apply for funding through the Direct Aid Program (DAP) for financial year 2023-24. The Direct Aid Program is a flexible small grants program funded by the … [Read more...] about Direct Aid Program 2023-24 (Serbia, North Macedonia and Montenegro)
USAID Social Cohesion Activity in Sri Lanka
Deadline: 12-Dec-23 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Sri Lanka & Maldives Mission invites applications for cooperative agreement(s) from qualified entities to implement the Social Cohesion Activity. USAID/Sri Lanka and Maldives requires innovative solutions … [Read more...] about USAID Social Cohesion Activity in Sri Lanka
Call for Proposals: Local Transition Projects (Georgia)
Deadline: 20-Oct-23 The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Tbilisi is pleased to announce a call for proposals of the Local Transition Projects (LTP) of the Transition Promotion Program, the framework of the support of human rights and democracy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Local Transition Projects (Georgia)
Local Transformation Projects (LTPs) 2024 in Thailand and Laos
Deadline: 3-Nov-23 The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Bangkok is pleased to launch its call for proposals for the Local Transformation Projects (LTPs) for the year 2024. Focus Areas In accordance with the Programme of the Czech Republic’s Human Rights and Transition Promotion Policy, the … [Read more...] about Local Transformation Projects (LTPs) 2024 in Thailand and Laos
Submissions open for Cláudio Weber Abramo Data Journalism Award (Brazil)
Deadline: 8-Oct-23 The Escola de Dados is accepting applications for the Cláudio Weber Abramo Data Journalism Award to encourage excellence in the use of data by journalists to question, analyze and investigate issues that affect Brazilian society. They believe that by recognizing excellent … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Cláudio Weber Abramo Data Journalism Award (Brazil)
Youth Fund for Social Change – United States
Deadline: 10-Oct-23 Crossroads Fund is inviting applications to support youth activists who want to change and challenge existing policies and/or organized structures that prevent their communities from achieving equality. The Youth Fund for Social Change enables them to have a targeted role … [Read more...] about Youth Fund for Social Change – United States
Dangers and Opportunities of Technology: Perspectives from the Humanities Program (US)
Deadline: 11-Oct-23 The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Office of Digital Humanities is accepting applications for the Dangers & Opportunities of Technology: Perspectives from the Humanities program to support research that examines technology and its relationship to society … [Read more...] about Dangers and Opportunities of Technology: Perspectives from the Humanities Program (US)
Call for Proposals: Transition Promotion Program Projects 2024
Deadline: 10-Nov-23 The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Lusaka has opened a call for proposals for Transition Promotion Program (TRANS) projects to be implemented in Zambia, Zimbabwe and Malawi in 2024. Thematic Priorities In accordance with the Concept of the Czech Republic’s human rights and … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Transition Promotion Program Projects 2024
Grants for Legal Services Nonprofits, Private Attorneys, and Small Law Firms in the United States
Deadline: 10-Oct-23 The Impact Fund awards recoverable grants to legal services nonprofits, private attorneys, and small law firms who seek to advance justice in the areas of civil and human rights, environmental justice, and poverty law. Focus Areas Human Rights, Civil Rights, Prisoners’ … [Read more...] about Grants for Legal Services Nonprofits, Private Attorneys, and Small Law Firms in the United States
Call for Applications: Research Grants Related to Parliamentary Elections in Georgia
Deadline: 20-Nov-23 DW Akademie is inviting a researcher, a group of researchers or a research company to lead grant supported research related to the Parliamentary Elections 2024. This funding is a valuable element of the ConMeCo project implemented by DW Akademie in partnership with two … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Research Grants Related to Parliamentary Elections in Georgia
The Commonwealth Foundation accepting Grant Applications to support Civil Society Organisations
Deadline: 23-Oct-23 The Commonwealth Foundation is currently accepting grant applications to support projects that seek to facilitate constructive engagement between civil society and decision makers, including civil society participation in policy development and decision-making. The … [Read more...] about The Commonwealth Foundation accepting Grant Applications to support Civil Society Organisations
Call for Bids: Diagnostic on the Media Freedom Context in Peru
Deadline: 1-Oct-23 The British Embassy in Lima is seeking bids for a project that supports and improves media freedom as a core pillar of inclusive, democratic governance and open societies in Peru. As a strong advocate for media freedom, the UK seeks to support governments, media stakeholders … [Read more...] about Call for Bids: Diagnostic on the Media Freedom Context in Peru
Public Call for Participation of a Civil Society Representative in Evaluation Commission (Albania)
Deadline: 28-Sep-23 To ensure a transparent and open process of selection of project proposals submitted from CSOs, the ReLOaD2 project announces Public Call for the presence of a CSO representative in the Evaluation Commissions of CSO grant applications in the six partner municipalities of … [Read more...] about Public Call for Participation of a Civil Society Representative in Evaluation Commission (Albania)
National Grant Funding Scheme for Not-for-profit Organisations in Seychelles
Deadline: 31-Oct-23 The Ministry of Finance, National Planning and Trade in collaboration with the National Grants Committee invites eligible not-for-profit, non-governmental organisations to submit project proposals for financial support under the 2024 National Grant Funding Scheme. The … [Read more...] about National Grant Funding Scheme for Not-for-profit Organisations in Seychelles
Call for Concept Notes: Strengthening Civil Society and Democratic Spaces in the Indo-Pacific (Canada)
Deadline: 14-Nov-23 The Government of Canada has announced a call for concept notes to support efforts of organizations registered in Canada and Indigenous organizations in Canada to enhance inclusive governance, promote and protect human rights, and advance gender equality in support of … [Read more...] about Call for Concept Notes: Strengthening Civil Society and Democratic Spaces in the Indo-Pacific (Canada)
Call for Proposals: Empowering Youth Activists for Gender Equality and Advocacy – Ukraine
Deadline: 3-Oct-23 Within its capacity development support to the women’s CSOs and gender equality activists, UN Women is seeking an organization that can provide services on raising awareness, training and information support to young activists and representatives of youth organizations, to … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Empowering Youth Activists for Gender Equality and Advocacy – Ukraine
ACF announces a Call for Communication Campaign on Democracy (Latvia)
Deadline: 24-Oct-23 The Active Citizens Fund is seeking applications for the communication campaign on democracy to strengthen democratic culture and civic awareness in Latvia. The objective of the call is, by funding a communication campaign, to promote awareness of democracy and the … [Read more...] about ACF announces a Call for Communication Campaign on Democracy (Latvia)
Apply for DDC x TrygFonden Fellowship Program 2023
Deadline: 24-Oct-23 The Digital Democracy Centre is launching a new fellowship program with support from TrygFonden, beginning in the spring of 2024. The program aims to foster collaboration between researchers, journalists, and policymakers in exploring the impact of digital technology and AI … [Read more...] about Apply for DDC x TrygFonden Fellowship Program 2023
Digital Democracy Grant for Civil Society Organizations
Deadline: 29-Sep-23 The UNDP Pacific Office Fiji is pleased to invite expressions of interest for civil society organizations (CSOs) in Fiji, Solomon Islands, Tonga and FSM to apply for small grants to support the Pacific Digital Democracy project. In the four target countries, the prospective … [Read more...] about Digital Democracy Grant for Civil Society Organizations
Call for Proposals: Subnational Capacities and Decentralization in Latin America and the Caribbean
Deadline: 9-Oct-23 CAF - Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean is currently accepting proposals to fund up to three research projects that contribute to understanding the determinants of subnational government performance in the region. In recent decades, countries in the region … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Subnational Capacities and Decentralization in Latin America and the Caribbean
