Deadline: 5-Sep-23 The Council of Europe Project “Education for democracy in the Republic of Moldova II” launched a call for proposals which aims to co-fund a national project aimed at strengthening democratic school governance policies and practices in the Republic of Moldova by providing … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Supporting Democratic School Governance in Moldova
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.
Demos: Funding for Civil Society Organisations in the Nordic Region
Deadline: 14-Sep-23 Civil society organisations can apply for funding for the formation of networks and in order to meet across Nordic borders. Demos is a funding programme for civil society in the Nordic Region. A strong and vigorous civil society is a supporting pillar of Nordic democracy … [Read more...] about Demos: Funding for Civil Society Organisations in the Nordic Region
NOFO: Promoting Accountable, Transparent and Democratic Governance in Botswana
Deadline: 9-Sep-23 The U.S. Embassy Gaborone of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a program to build an independent online resource for Botswana citizens, the press, and independent observers in the leadup to elections … [Read more...] about NOFO: Promoting Accountable, Transparent and Democratic Governance in Botswana
U.S. Embassy in Belarus Small Grants Program
Deadline: 25-Aug-23 The U.S. Mission Belarus Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a program to support Belarusian independent media. Objectives This program is designed to support … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Belarus Small Grants Program
Grants for Small-scale Development Projects in Serbia
Deadline: 31-Aug-23 The Slovak Agency for International Development Cooperation (SAIDC), in collaboration with the Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Belgrade, has launched the Call for Proposals for Small grants provided to partners in the Republic of Serbia in 2023. Small grants are one of … [Read more...] about Grants for Small-scale Development Projects in Serbia
Australia: Victorian Women’s Trust Sub-Fund 2023
Deadline: 25-Aug-23 The Victorian Women's Trust is seeking applications for the 2023 Sub-Fund to support projects that directly benefit Victorian women, girls, non-binary and gender diverse people. Sub-Fund Purposes Applicants only need to address one Sub-Fund purpose for the Sub-Fund they are … [Read more...] about Australia: Victorian Women’s Trust Sub-Fund 2023
Call for Proposals: “Multilevel Approaches to address the Polycrisis” (Sri Lanka)
Deadline: 10-Sep-23 The Neelan Tiruchelvam Trust is pleased to announce its call for proposals: “Multilevel Approaches to Address the Polycrisis” in Sri Lanka. This call for proposals seeks to respond to the polycrisis in Sri Lanka, and to mitigate its impact on marginalized and vulnerable … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: “Multilevel Approaches to address the Polycrisis” (Sri Lanka)
Call for Proposals: Capacity Development Support for Elected Women Representatives – Nepal
Deadline: 23-Aug-23 UN Women is accepting proposals to promote leadership and substantive participation of elected women representatives in governance structures and processes. The initiative also aims to strengthen the capacities of duty bearers and right holders across governance structures … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Capacity Development Support for Elected Women Representatives – Nepal
U.S. Embassy in Nepal: South and Central Asia Regional Model United Nations Conference
Deadline: 25-Aug-23 The Embassy of the United States in Kathmandu announces an open competition to organize workshops, seven Nepal-specific provincial Model United Nations (MUNs), and a comprehensive South and Central Asia (SCA) Regional MUN conference in Kathmandu. The conference will empower … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Nepal: South and Central Asia Regional Model United Nations Conference
WCoZ launches Women Community Activism Grant in Zimbabwe
Deadline: 31-Aug-23 The Women's Coalition of Zimbabwe (WCoZ) is launching a Women Community Activism Grant (WCAG) designed to support Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) operating in the following provinces: Masvingo, Midlands, Manicaland, Matabeleland North, Mashonaland West, and Mashonaland … [Read more...] about WCoZ launches Women Community Activism Grant in Zimbabwe
Seed Funding Opportunity to Women-led CBOs and Local Initiatives in Lebanon
Deadline: 21-Aug-23 The Strengthening the role of feminist CSOs working in the implementation of the Women, Peace and Security Agenda (WPSA) program aims at contributing to the effective implementation of the WPSA in Iraq, Lebanon, Jordan and Palestine through empowering feminist civil society … [Read more...] about Seed Funding Opportunity to Women-led CBOs and Local Initiatives in Lebanon
Manila Conflict, Stability, & Security Fund (Philippines)
Deadline: 22-Aug-23 As part of the UK government’s commitment to continuing to support the Bangsamoro peace process, the British Embassy Manila is seeking bids for projects under its CSSF programme. This is a five-year programme (2020-2025), with a funding allocation secured for 2023-2024. Now … [Read more...] about Manila Conflict, Stability, & Security Fund (Philippines)
Strengthening Social Cohesion Community Grants Program – Australia
Deadline: 28-Aug-23 The NSW Government is looking to fund 3 not-for-profit organisations to lead innovative community projects that strengthen social cohesion, increase democratic resilience, and improve trust in the democratic institutions. Objectives Natural disasters, the COVID-19 … [Read more...] about Strengthening Social Cohesion Community Grants Program – Australia
Call for Applications: Democracy & Human Rights Resilience Project (Eswatini)
Deadline: 15-Sep-23 The U.S. Embassy Mbabane, Eswatini of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out the Eswatini Democracy and Human Rights Resilience Project. The main aim of the project is to build resilience through … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Democracy & Human Rights Resilience Project (Eswatini)
Eyebeam Democracy Machine Fellowship 2024
Deadline: 01-Oct-23 Eyebeam launched The Democracy Machine: Artists and Self-Governance in the Digital Age, a multi-year, digital-first initiative supporting artists, technologists, and writers in dialogue with policy and activism. Theme: what is human about technology? They are amid a … [Read more...] about Eyebeam Democracy Machine Fellowship 2024
Call for Proposals: Training for Iraq – MENA Scholarship Programme (Netherlands)
Deadline: 06-Oct-23 The MENA Scholarship Programme is offering an opportunity for Dutch training providers to organise a training capacity development for activists and aspiring young policymakers in Iraq as part of the MENA Scholarship Programme. Topic of the Requested Training Suggested … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Training for Iraq – MENA Scholarship Programme (Netherlands)
Call for Applications: Youth Forum Leadership Summit 2024 (Sri Lanka)
Deadline: 20-Aug-23 The U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka is inviting applications for the Youth Forum Leadership Summit 2024. The Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Embassy in Colombo would like to work with a local partner to organize a four-day Youth Forum Leadership Summit, tentatively … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Youth Forum Leadership Summit 2024 (Sri Lanka)
Voice of the Community in local Self-Government Competition – Ukraine
Deadline: 21-Aug-23 Global Communities invites qualified civil society organizations (CSOs) with experience in public engagement, community engagement, youth work, and capacity building of local CSOs to apply for "Voice of the Community in local Self-Government" Competition. USAID's … [Read more...] about Voice of the Community in local Self-Government Competition – Ukraine
Local EYEs Grant Programme for Non-Profit Organisations
Deadline: 5-Sep-23 Are you part of a youth organisation, or know an organisation that might be interested? Apply now to organise the next gathering of young Europeans, right in your hometown! The European Parliament is providing financial support through grants to two non-profit organisations … [Read more...] about Local EYEs Grant Programme for Non-Profit Organisations
Nominations open for WSA Global Award
Deadline: 13-Oct-23 WSA (World Summit Awards) is inviting all UN member states to nominate their best local digital solutions for the Global Award. WSA selects and promotes local digital innovation improving society. It is a non-monetary award system with a focus on sustainable knowledge … [Read more...] about Nominations open for WSA Global Award
Urban Futures Project: Youth Action for Inclusive, Climate Resilient Cities in Zimbabwe and Zambia
Deadline: 21-Aug-23 Hivos Southern Africa is seeking proposals for the Urban Futures Program to support organizations/consortiums proposing innovative ways to promote youth Inclusive platforms where young people can address the key challenges affecting youth regarding Climate Change and Food … [Read more...] about Urban Futures Project: Youth Action for Inclusive, Climate Resilient Cities in Zimbabwe and Zambia
Request for Proposals: Western Kenya Sanitation Project
Deadline: 16-Aug-23 To support county governments in improving their sanitation and menstrual hygiene management in alignment with the established GOK frameworks, the United States Agency for International Development Kenya and East Africa (USAID/KEA) has launched the Western Kenya Sanitation … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Western Kenya Sanitation Project
European Commission’s Open Source Observatory Award
Deadline: 21-Sep-23 The European Commission (EC) launches Open Source Observatory (OSOR) Award to honour and showcase the best open source solutions and initiatives created by or for the public administrations in Europe. As public services become increasingly more digital, OSOR wants to shine … [Read more...] about European Commission’s Open Source Observatory Award
Direct Aid Program for NGOs, CSOs and Community-Based Organisations
Deadline: 15-Aug-23 Applicants are encouraged to apply for the Direct Aid Program (DAP) to fund projects that advance development and/or human rights objectives. The Direct Aid Program (DAP) is a flexible small grants program funded by the Australian Government and managed through the … [Read more...] about Direct Aid Program for NGOs, CSOs and Community-Based Organisations
Call for Nominations: Mark Palmer Prize 2023
Deadline: 15 Nov 2023 Freedom House is soliciting nominations for the 2024 Mark Palmer Prize, which recognizes exceptional achievements to protect and advance democracy by diplomats and officials serving in intergovernmental institutions. Freedom House calls for nominations for the 2024 Mark … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: Mark Palmer Prize 2023
CREation: Medium Project Funding Program (up to $30,000) – Canada
Deadline: 31-Aug-23 CREation Medium Funding Stream is providing grants to support Indigenous youth-led projects and groups non-profits that seek to create impactful community change and increase the wellness, resiliency and engagement of Indigenous youth. Projects must be led by 3+ Indigenous … [Read more...] about CREation: Medium Project Funding Program (up to $30,000) – Canada
Call for Proposals: European Narrative Observatory to fight Disinformation post-COVID 19
Deadline: 22-Sep-23 The European Commission (EC) is seeking proposals for the European narrative observatory to fight disinformation post-COVID 19. Objectives The pilot project will work on the following objectives: to monitor, analyse and measure the emergence and impact of narratives … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: European Narrative Observatory to fight Disinformation post-COVID 19
Apply for Multitudes Incubation and Scaling Grants – Europe
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity If you are an organisation or a collective based in Europe, are working towards building more inclusive, hopeful, and human politics in Europe, need resources and support to elevate your initiative or organisation to the next level, then the incubation and scaling … [Read more...] about Apply for Multitudes Incubation and Scaling Grants – Europe
Capacity Building Programme for Organisations (South Africa)
Deadline: 7-Aug-23 The Networking HIV and AIDS Community of Southern Africa (NACOSA) invites community based organisations (CBOs) in Gauteng, the Northern Cape and the Western Cape to apply for training, mentoring, coaching and technical assistance under the Capacity Building Programme. The … [Read more...] about Capacity Building Programme for Organisations (South Africa)
NOFO: African Regional Democracy Fund for Mali
Deadline: 28-Aug-23 The U.S. Embassy Bamako announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out projects through the African Regional Democracy Fund. Objectives The program aims to support Malian civil society organizations – especially those representing … [Read more...] about NOFO: African Regional Democracy Fund for Mali
Women Peace and Security Program in Ukraine
Deadline: 11-Sep-23 The Department of State’s Bureau of Conflict and Stabilization Operations (CSO) is seeking applications to advance Women Peace and Security in Ukraine (WPS) by promoting women’s meaningful participation in Ukraine’s governance and decision-making on conflict prevention, … [Read more...] about Women Peace and Security Program in Ukraine
Call for Applications: Implementation of Second Iraqi National Action Plan (INAP II)
Deadline: 22-Aug-23 UN Women is looking to partner with an NGO to support the implementation of 2 sectoral plans at the governorate level for the Governorates of Ninewa and Thi Qar. UN Women is currently implementing a project titled “Advancing the Implementation of the Second Iraq National … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Implementation of Second Iraqi National Action Plan (INAP II)
Notice of Funding Opportunity: Investment Screening Mechanism in Chile
Deadline: 31-Aug-2023 The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a project to raise awareness about the benefits of investment screening for national … [Read more...] about Notice of Funding Opportunity: Investment Screening Mechanism in Chile
FCDO-UKRI Senior Research Fellowships 2023 (UK)
Deadline: 29-Aug-2023 The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) in partnership with UKRI is seeking applications for the Senior Research Fellowships 2023. Scope FCDO, in partnership with EPSRC, NERC and UKRI aim to fund a cohort of up to 10 SRFs (one fellow per theme) to … [Read more...] about FCDO-UKRI Senior Research Fellowships 2023 (UK)
Apply now for Health & Humanity Summit 2023
Deadline: 17-Aug-23 Applications are now open for the Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) South Asia inaugural Health and Humanity Summit that aims to be a platform for critical discourse on humanitarian and public health issues, encouraging new perspectives and innovative … [Read more...] about Apply now for Health & Humanity Summit 2023
Commonwealth Professional Fellowships for Mid-Career Professionals
Deadline: 16-Aug-23 Applications are now open for the Commonwealth Professional Fellowships for mid-career professionals from low and middle income countries to spend a period of time at a UK host organisation working in their sector for a programme of professional development. Purpose: To … [Read more...] about Commonwealth Professional Fellowships for Mid-Career Professionals
UN Women: Promoting Women’s Participation and Leadership in Governance, Peace and Security (Zimbabwe)
Deadline: 11-Aug-23 UN Women Zimbabwe seeks to engage a Non Governmental Organization to support the implementation of activities under the Governance and Peace building portfolio. Under the frame of the project, work undertaken will contribute towards women' political participation, … [Read more...] about UN Women: Promoting Women’s Participation and Leadership in Governance, Peace and Security (Zimbabwe)
U.S. Embassy Port of Spain: Public Affairs Annual Program
Deadline: 1-Sep-23 The U.S. Embassy Port of Spain Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Department of State (hereafter referred to as “PAS POS”) is pleased to announce an open competition for assistance awards through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). PAS POS invites proposals that … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Port of Spain: Public Affairs Annual Program
Call for Applications: “Together against Discrimination” Project (Turkey)
Deadline: 8-Aug-23 Together with the Association for Monitoring Equal Rights (AMER), the Netherlands Helsinki Committee is launching a call for proposals within the EU funded project “Together against discrimination: Building a civil society coalition to improve access to justice for victims of … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: “Together against Discrimination” Project (Turkey)
Call for Applications – Core Grants
Deadline: 31-Jul-23 The SMART Balkans Project announces a Second Public Call for Core Grants Applications, for applicants from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia. Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia as … [Read more...] about Call for Applications – Core Grants
Call for Project Bids: Promote and Protect Human Rights in Iraq
Deadline: 5-Aug-23 The British Embassy in Baghdad is pleased to announce a call for bids for the financial year 2023 to 2024 under the Magna Carta Fund. The United Kingdom remains committed to a stable and prosperous Iraq by supporting human rights and civil society. In particular, they … [Read more...] about Call for Project Bids: Promote and Protect Human Rights in Iraq
Call for Applications: Mentorship Programme 2023 (Uganda)
Deadline: 4-Aug-23 The Centre for Health, Human Rights and Development seeks to support a group of young females affiliated to organisations in the areas of Advocacy, Gender and Climate Change, Public speaking and Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights as part of its mentorship … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Mentorship Programme 2023 (Uganda)
Call for Proposals: Kijana Jihusishe – “Youth Promoting Peaceful 2022 Elections” in Kenya
Deadline: 28-Jul-23 The Life & Peace Institute (LPI) has announced a call for proposals to contribute to the strengthening of female and male youth leadership capacities for a nonviolent, free, and inclusive 2022 electoral process in Kenya. Life & Peace Institute has been implementing … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Kijana Jihusishe – “Youth Promoting Peaceful 2022 Elections” in Kenya
European Commission offers grants to strengthen Civil Society Organisations in Suriname
Deadline: 31-Aug-23 The European Commission (EC) is inviting proposals to strengthen civil societies as independent actors of good governance and development in their own right. The CSO programme shall exclusively contribute to an enabling environment for civil society, a more inclusive CSO … [Read more...] about European Commission offers grants to strengthen Civil Society Organisations in Suriname
Call for Proposals: STEG Larger Research Grants
Deadline: 19-Sep-23 The Structural Transformation and Economic Growth (STEG) and the Yale Research Initiative on Innovation and Scale (Y-RISE) invite applications to the fourth call for proposals for Larger Research Grants (LRGs). LRGs of up to £100,000 (For this funding call, the £100,000 cap … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: STEG Larger Research Grants
Call for Proposals: Strengthening Prevention of Human Trafficking (Timor-Leste)
Deadline: 16-Aug-23 UN Women is seeking proposals to upscale the path towards the economic empowerment of rural women, by supporting a project that will approach in a holistic way several challenges that weavers face. Objectives The objective of this project is focus in five strategic areas … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Strengthening Prevention of Human Trafficking (Timor-Leste)
Civic Space Resource Hub (CSR-Hub) Cohort 2
Deadline: 31-Jul-23 The Civic Space Resource Hub (CSR-Hub) seeks to strengthen the capacity of civil society organizations (CSOs) working to push back civic space restrictions in Ghana, Nigeria, and Senegal through series of training programmes, coaching and other technical support … [Read more...] about Civic Space Resource Hub (CSR-Hub) Cohort 2
MQ Mental Health Transdisciplinary Research Grants
Deadline: 8-Sep-23 MQ Mental Health Research and Wellcome are seeking applications for the MQ Mental Health Transdisciplinary Research Grants to support researchers outside psychiatry, psychology, and neuroscience to apply bold and novel ideas and methods from their discipline to mental health … [Read more...] about MQ Mental Health Transdisciplinary Research Grants
(NOFO) Combatting Forced Labor in Cuban Medical Missions
Deadline: 12-Aug-23 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for a cooperative agreement(s) from qualified entities to implement the Combatting Forced Labor in Cuban Medical Missions program. Objectives This program would contribute to the U.S. … [Read more...] about (NOFO) Combatting Forced Labor in Cuban Medical Missions
Apply now for Themed Grants in the UK
Deadline: 31-Jul-23 The Forrester Family Trust is pleased to announce an open call for applications for the Themed Grants. Four Priorities They award grants according to four priorities. Before you apply, review these to make sure your charity’s a good fit: Improve the quality of life … [Read more...] about Apply now for Themed Grants in the UK
