Latest Grants and Resources for Democracy and Good Governance

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2023 Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellowship – Luxembourg

Deadline: 10-Feb-23 The U.S. Embassy in Luxembourg is pleased to invite high school students in Luxembourg to apply for a four-week summer Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellowship. They are looking for aspiring young leaders who want to work with American and other European youth to build a … [Read more...] about 2023 Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellowship – Luxembourg

Funding Opportunity: Bolstering Security and Defense (Luxembourg)

Deadline: 15-May-23 The Public Diplomacy Section (PD) of the U.S. Embassy in Luxembourg, U.S. Department of State, announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out programs strengthening bilateral ties between the United States and Luxembourg on Bolstering … [Read more...] about Funding Opportunity: Bolstering Security and Defense (Luxembourg)

Call for Applications: Cohort 22 and Online Cohort 16 Programmes

Deadline: 03-Feb-23 The Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Regional Leadership Center Southern Africa (RLC SA) Cohort 22 and Online Cohort 16 Programmes is now open for applications. The RLC SA aims to create critical thinkers who can solve complex, multidisciplinary problems; foster … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Cohort 22 and Online Cohort 16 Programmes

U.S. Embassy in Zagreb: Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellowship 2023 (Croatia)

Deadline: 10-Feb-23 The U.S. State Department, Bureau of Cultural and Educational Affairs, and the U.S. Embassy in Zagreb are pleased to announce the 2023 Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellowship, a four-week program that addresses U.S. foreign policy priorities such as youth engagement, … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Zagreb: Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellowship 2023 (Croatia)

Gamathon – Online Game Development Contest (India)

Deadline: 11-Feb-23 Entries are now open for the Gamathon an Online Game Development Contest organised by MyGov to engage youth and entreprenuersin developing gaming apps related to good governance. Purpose of Gamathon MyGov Game Design & Development Contest-2023 will be an opportunity … [Read more...] about Gamathon – Online Game Development Contest (India)

Call for Concept Notes MATRA 2023 (Albania)

Deadline: 20-Feb-23 The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Tirana invites non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to submit concept notes for the Matra Program. The Dutch government attaches particular importance to the Matra program since it is focused on reinforcing and promoting … [Read more...] about Call for Concept Notes MATRA 2023 (Albania)

Obama Foundation’s Leaders USA Program 2023

Deadline: 03-Feb-23 The Obama Foundation is currently accepting applications for the 2023 Leaders USA Program, a six-month leadership development program for emerging leaders who are passionate about making a positive impact on their communities. Together, Leaders will accelerate positive and … [Read more...] about Obama Foundation’s Leaders USA Program 2023

Leeds Fund Strategic Grants in the UK

Deadline: 17-Feb-23 The Leeds Community Foundation is delighted to launch The Leeds Fund once again this year. It is a unique fund, developed following feedback from the sector about what organisations really need in order to focus on their survival and resilience in these challenging … [Read more...] about Leeds Fund Strategic Grants in the UK

IJ4EU launches Freelancer Support Scheme

Deadline: 23-Feb-23 The Investigative Journalism for Europe (IJ4EU) has launched the applications for the Freelancer Support Scheme to provide teams of journalists working outside of newsroom structures with grants of up to €20,000 plus an extra cushion of tailored assistance including training, … [Read more...] about IJ4EU launches Freelancer Support Scheme

USAID providing $40,000,000 in total funding: Welcomes Applications from NPOs and Civic Groups

Deadline: 24-Feb-23 The United States Agency for International Development’s Mission in Somalia is seeking applications for the People-Centered Governance (PCG) Activity to promote more effective and legitimate local governance in southern Somalia. This activity will support nascent local … [Read more...] about USAID providing $40,000,000 in total funding: Welcomes Applications from NPOs and Civic Groups

U.S. Mission to Serbia: 2023 University Partnership Program

Deadline: 19-Apr-23 The Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Embassy in Belgrade announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications for the University Partnership Program. Objectives The U.S. Embassy works to assist the Serbian people to strengthen democracy, … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Serbia: 2023 University Partnership Program

U.S. Embassy and Consulates in the United Kingdom: Public Diplomacy Grants Program

Deadline: 20-Mar-23 The U.S. Embassy to the United Kingdom’s Public Affairs Section (PAS) is pleased to announce the launch of its annual Public Diplomacy grants program. Priority Program Areas: Shared Values and Interests: Activities that promote the U.S.-UK Special Relationship and build … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy and Consulates in the United Kingdom: Public Diplomacy Grants Program

European Union Prize for Citizen Science 2023

Deadline: 13-Mar-23 Ars Electronica has launched the applications for the European Union Prize for Citizen Science that recognizes outstanding achievements in the advancement of knowledge through the empowerment of civil society in the development of the future. The Prize honors Citizen … [Read more...] about European Union Prize for Citizen Science 2023

Apply for 2023 Adolescent Girls Advisory Council

Deadline: 20-Feb-23 Global Fund for Women is looking for young feminist activists to join the Adolescent Girls Advisory Council (AGAC)! Global Fund for Women is a global feminist fund that envisions a world where movements for gender justice have transformed power and privilege for a few into … [Read more...] about Apply for 2023 Adolescent Girls Advisory Council

Norden 0–30 Funding Programme

Deadline: 09-Feb-23 The Nordic Culture Point is seeking applications for the Norden 0–30 funding programme for young people in the Nordic Region aged 0 to 30 who have a creative project idea that requires funding. Norden 0-30 has been set up by the Nordic Committee for Children and Young … [Read more...] about Norden 0–30 Funding Programme

U.S. Embassy in Canada: Public Diplomacy Grants Program

Deadline: 11-Apr-23 The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Canada invite proposals for projects that strengthen ties between Canada and the United States through programming that promotes bilateral cooperation and mutual understanding. All programs must include an American element or connection … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Canada: Public Diplomacy Grants Program

U.S. Embassy in Canada – Building Global Alliances Program

Deadline: 11-Apr-23 The Public Diplomacy Section (PD) of the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Canada, U.S. Department of State, announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out programs strengthening bilateral ties between the United States and Canada on Building … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Canada – Building Global Alliances Program

U.S. Embassy in Namibia: Public Diplomacy Grants Program

Deadline: 30-Sep-23 The U.S. Embassy in Namibia’s Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Grants Program. Purpose of Grants The Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Embassy in Windhoek invites … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Namibia: Public Diplomacy Grants Program

Public Diplomacy Federal Awards Program in Ecuador

Deadline: 14-Apr-23 The Public Affairs Sections of the U.S. Embassy in Quito and U.S. Consulate in Guayaquil, under the auspices of the U.S. Department of State, are pleased to announce available funding through the Public Diplomacy Federal Awards Program. The Public Affairs Sections in Quito … [Read more...] about Public Diplomacy Federal Awards Program in Ecuador

SMART Balkans announces Creative Box Grants

Deadline: 15-Feb-23 The SMART Balkans Project announces a public Call for applications for Creative Box Grants from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, North Macedonia, Montenegro, and Serbia. SMART Balkans Project, funded by the Norway Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is implemented by … [Read more...] about SMART Balkans announces Creative Box Grants

Public Call for Media Grants

Deadline: 15-Feb-23 The SMART Balkans Project announces a public call for applications for Media Grants from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, North Macedonia, Montenegro, and Serbia. SMART Balkans Project, funded by the Norway Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is implemented by consortium … [Read more...] about Public Call for Media Grants

U.S. Embassy in Honduras – Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program

Deadline: 31-Mar-23 The U.S. Embassy Honduras Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce an open competition for organizations and individuals to submit applications to carry out a program or project through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Honduras – Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program

Grants to Support CSOs Promoting Rights of the Child and Good Governance in Mauritius

Deadline: 28-Feb-23 The European Commission is seeking applications from Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to promote the rights of the child and good governance in the Republic of Mauritius. Objectives of the Programme and Priority Issues The Global Europe Human Rights and Democracy … [Read more...] about Grants to Support CSOs Promoting Rights of the Child and Good Governance in Mauritius

Applications Open for Andrew Wainwright Reform Trust (UK)

Deadline: 14-May-23 Applications are now open for the Andrew Wainwright Reform Trust that objectives for the Trust are framed in general terms to work for a just and democratic society and to redress political and social injustices. It is a wide-ranging remit for reform, but the Trust will … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Andrew Wainwright Reform Trust (UK)

Jan Suraaj Young Leaders Fellowship Program (India)

Deadline: 31-Jan-23 The Jan Suraaj Young Leaders (JSYL) Program is now open for applications. It is a one-of-a-kind experiential learning opportunity in Bihar that aims to acquaint selected young individuals with the ropes of grassroots politics. It is a program built for zealous young … [Read more...] about Jan Suraaj Young Leaders Fellowship Program (India)

U.S. Embassy Tbilisi PDS Cultural Small Grants Program (Georgia)

Deadline: 16-Jun-23 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. Purpose PDS Tbilisi invites proposals for programs that strengthen cultural … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Tbilisi PDS Cultural Small Grants Program (Georgia)

Visegrad+ Grants to Support Democratization & Transformation Processes

Deadline: 01-Feb-23 The Visegrad+ Grants Program is now open for applications. Visegrad+ Grants support projects which contribute to the democratization and transformation processes in selected countries of the Western Balkans (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, North Macedonia, … [Read more...] about Visegrad+ Grants to Support Democratization & Transformation Processes

2023 Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Paraguay

Deadline: 12-Feb-23 The Embassy of Canada in Argentina 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 2023 Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Paraguay

Youth Essay Contest on Enabling Intercultural Dialogue in East Africa

Deadline: 20-Jan-23 UNESCO has announced the applications for Youth Essay Contest on Enabling Intercultural Dialogue in East Africa. Recognizing the potential for Intercultural Dialogue and the need for better data in this area to effectively tackle pressing global issues, UNESCO has developed … [Read more...] about Youth Essay Contest on Enabling Intercultural Dialogue in East Africa

Youth Rising 2023 International Day of Education Essay Challenge (Uganda)

Deadline: 20-Jan-23 Are you a Ugandan aspiring writer who is 12–23 years old or in grades Primary 6 – Primary 7, Senior one to Senior Six, or a University student? Apply to participate in the monthly essay competitions and stand a chance to win cash prizes, gift hampers, and a chance for your … [Read more...] about Youth Rising 2023 International Day of Education Essay Challenge (Uganda)

Freedom Now: Small Grants ($2,000 and $10,000) for Middle East/North Africa Region

Deadline: 10-Feb-23 Freedom Now is pleased to announce that for 2023, they will be accepting proposals from civil society organizations in the MENA region. Freedom Now is a US-based non-partisan non-governmental organization working globally to protect individuals and communities from … [Read more...] about Freedom Now: Small Grants ($2,000 and $10,000) for Middle East/North Africa Region

2023 Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Argentina

Call for Proposals: Race, Ethnicity, and Immigration Program in the US

Deadline: 03-May-23 Applications are now open for the Russell Sage Foundation’s program on Race, Ethnicity, and Immigration that supports innovative investigator-initiated research that examines the roles of race, ethnicity, nativity, legal status —and their interactions with each other and other … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Race, Ethnicity, and Immigration Program in the US

Henry Luce Foundation’s Religion and Theology Program (US)

Deadline: 15-Feb-23 The Henry Luce Foundation’s Religion and Theology Program seeks new ideas for projects that will deepen public understanding of — and promote more productive public discussions about — democracy, race and religion in America. The Luce Foundation invites the submission of … [Read more...] about Henry Luce Foundation’s Religion and Theology Program (US)

Call for Applications: Social, Political and Economic Inequality Program in the US

Deadline: 03-May-23 The Russell Sage Foundation (RSF) is seeking applications for its Social, Political, and Economic Inequality Program to support innovative research on the factors that contribute to social, political, and economic inequalities in the U.S., and the extent to which those … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Social, Political and Economic Inequality Program in the US

Democracy Commission Small Grants in Serbia

Deadline: 01-Mar-23 The Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Embassy in Belgrade announces an open competition for local, non-profit civil society or non-governmental organizations (CSOs, non-profit or NGOs) to submit applications for the Democracy Commission Small Grants … [Read more...] about Democracy Commission Small Grants in Serbia

The U.S. Embassy Abuja announce funding through Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program

Deadline: 31-Mar-23 The U.S. Embassy Abuja is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. This is an Annual Program Statement, outlining the funding priorities, the strategic themes focus on, and the procedures for submitting requests for … [Read more...] about The U.S. Embassy Abuja announce funding through Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program

Call for Small Action Funds 2023: Embassy of Switzerland in India and Bhutan

Deadline: 15-Jan-23 The Embassy of Switzerland in India and Bhutan is hereby calling for Indian or International Civil Society Organizations (CSO) to submit project proposals for funding via the Swiss Embassy Small Action Fund. The Embassy can support projects in the area of human security on … [Read more...] about Call for Small Action Funds 2023: Embassy of Switzerland in India and Bhutan

The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Maldives (2023)

Deadline: 30-Jan-23 The High Commission of Canada to Maldives 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 … [Read more...] about The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Maldives (2023)

The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Sri Lanka (2023)

Deadline: 30-Jan-23 The High Commission of Canada to Sri Lanka 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 … [Read more...] about The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Sri Lanka (2023)

IJ4EU launches Investigation Support Scheme

Deadline: 23-Feb-23 The Investigative Journalism for Europe (IJ4EU) is pleased to announce applications for its Investigation Support Scheme that provides financial support to cross-border journalistic teams working on investigations of public interest in Europe. Topics Projects on all topics … [Read more...] about IJ4EU launches Investigation Support Scheme

U.S. Embassy in Mongolia: Local Grant Program

Deadline: 31-Jul-23 The U.S. Embassy Ulaanbaatar Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Local Grants Program (LGP). Purpose of Local Grants: This program supports the development of Mongolian … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Mongolia: Local Grant Program

Apply for Public Diplomacy Small Grant Program

Deadline: 31-Mar-23 The U.S. Embassy in Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, Tonga, and Tuvalu is pleased to announce the Public Diplomacy Small Grant Program applications. The grant proposals must benefit Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, Tonga or Tuvalu and address one of the Embassy Goals. Goals Strengthen … [Read more...] about Apply for Public Diplomacy Small Grant Program

Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program in Czech Republic

Deadline: 01-Jun-23 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 Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program in Czech Republic

SMART Balkans Project announces a Public Call for National intervention Grants

Deadline: 15-Feb-23 The SMART Balkans Project announces a public call for applications for Concept Notes for National intervention Grants. SMART Balkans Project, funded by the Norway Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is implemented by consortium of organizations: Centar za promociju civilnog … [Read more...] about SMART Balkans Project announces a Public Call for National intervention Grants

Tinker Foundation announces 2023 Institutional Grant Program

Deadline: 25-Jan-23 The Tinker Foundation is pleased to announce the applications for Institutional Grants program which provides project funding to organizations working to improve the lives of Latin Americans, with an emphasis on support for organizations in the region. The Foundation funds … [Read more...] about Tinker Foundation announces 2023 Institutional Grant Program

Visegrad Grants to support NGOs and CSOs: Culture, Education, Social Development, Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Deadline: 01-Feb-23 The International Visegrad Fund is inviting applications for its Visegrad grants to support regional partnerships among NGOs and civil society organizations, public institutions and municipalities, private companies and nonprofit organizations as well as education and research … [Read more...] about Visegrad Grants to support NGOs and CSOs: Culture, Education, Social Development, Innovation & Entrepreneurship

NOFO: U.S. Embassy Yerevan Public Diplomacy Section Annual Program (Armenia)

Deadline: 1-Apr-23 The U.S. Embassy Yerevan Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) is pleased to announce an open competition for organizations to submit project proposals in response to this Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Program Statement (APS). The APS makes funding available for proposals that strengthen … [Read more...] about NOFO: U.S. Embassy Yerevan Public Diplomacy Section Annual Program (Armenia)

Grants for Strengthening Democracy through Civic Education in Namibia

Deadline: 11-Apr-23 The European Commission (EC) has announced a call for proposals to Strengthen democratic participation through civic education in Namibia. Objectives The overall objective of this call for proposals is: The strengthening of a democratic culture and civic awareness … [Read more...] about Grants for Strengthening Democracy through Civic Education in Namibia

USAID/Tanzania seeks to build Partnerships with Civil Society to promote Transformational Change

Deadline: 08-Jan-24 The United States Agency for International Development in Tanzania (USAID/Tanzania) is announcing the Strengthening Inclusive, Democratic, Participatory, and Accountable Governance Annual Program Statement (hereinafter SIDPAG APS). Purpose USAID/Tanzania seeks to build … [Read more...] about USAID/Tanzania seeks to build Partnerships with Civil Society to promote Transformational Change

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