Deadline: 6 February 2020 The Leave No One Behind (LNB) Programme has issued a call for proposals to empower the organisations of persons with disabilities and enable them to play their role as interlocutors of authorities at central and at local level fostering policy dialogue on inclusion. The call encourages initiatives that are guided by the values and provisions of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD). The Leave No One Behind (LNB) Programme builds upon the … [Read more...] about UNDP/LNB Programme announces CFPs for Albanian Organizations of Persons with Disabilities
Funding Opportunity to Support D/deaf and Disabled LGBTI Activism in Europe and Central Asia
Deadline: 10 February 2020 ILGA-Europe is currently inviting organisations and groups from Europe and Central Asia to apply for this new funding opportunity to support D/deaf and disabled LGBTI activism. D/deaf and disabled LGBTI people face specific barriers and challenges when accessing human rights. Accessibility and inclusiveness have increasingly been part of LGBTI groups and organizations’ conversations and practices. Yet most D/deaf and disabled LGBTI people continue to be … [Read more...] about Funding Opportunity to Support D/deaf and Disabled LGBTI Activism in Europe and Central Asia
Arts and Disability Connect Scheme for Disable Artists in Ireland
Deadline: 24 February 2020 The Art Council in Ireland is currently seeking applications for Arts and Disability Connect (ADC) scheme to support artists with disabilities to make new and ambitious work. Arts and Disability Connect (ADC) is a scheme open to artists with disabilities working in any artform. It offers artists the opportunity to: Connect with other practitioners or venues; Make a change in their practice; ‘Step up’ in terms of scope and scale; Reach new … [Read more...] about Arts and Disability Connect Scheme for Disable Artists in Ireland
Ernest Kleinwort Charitable Trust seeking Grant Applications from Charities registered in the UK
Deadline: Medium Grant Applications - 11 February 2020 Large Grant Applications - 4 March 2020 Ernest Kleinwort Charitable Trust (EKCT) is seeking applications for its Grant Programme with an aim to ‘make a difference’. Grants will be considered for start-up costs, core costs or for a specific project for which applicants have requested support. This could include a contribution towards a building/refurbishment project, purchase of specialist equipment or other similar capital … [Read more...] about Ernest Kleinwort Charitable Trust seeking Grant Applications from Charities registered in the UK
United Kingdom: The Chrysalis Trust Grants Program
Deadline: 15 May 2020 The Chrysalis Trust is seeking applications from the UK registered charities providing public benefit. The trust is able to provide support for both capital projects and core funding. Priority Areas Relief of poverty and disability Provision of access to shelter, education, healthcare and water Less popular and hard to fund activities/projects Eligibility Criteria All grants are made at the discretion of the trustees without discrimination on any … [Read more...] about United Kingdom: The Chrysalis Trust Grants Program
Funding for Projects helping Young Disadvantaged People in UK and Ireland
Deadline: 5 February 2020 The DM Thomas Foundation for Young People (DMTFYP) is seeking applications for its Central Grants program with the aim to identify most effective projects helping young disadvantaged people in UK and Ireland. Focus Areas Improving the Education of young people The Foundation is investing in the future by supporting young people in the vital areas of education, awareness and training. Through targeted grant giving the Foundation aims to facilitate a … [Read more...] about Funding for Projects helping Young Disadvantaged People in UK and Ireland
2020 Disability Rights Fund seeking LOIs from Disabled Persons’ Organizations in Indonesia (Round 1)
Deadline: 20 January 2020 As part of the first grantmaking round of 2020, Disability Rights Fund (DRF) has opened a Letter of Interest (LoI) process for Indonesia. DRF grants support both the capacity of marginalized and emergent groups of PWDs to advocate for rights and inclusion, and ongoing efforts of national, state, provincial, regional, and district level DPOs to advance implementation of the CRPD and the SDGs. In 2020, Disabled Persons’ Organizations (DPOs) from Indonesia, who … [Read more...] about 2020 Disability Rights Fund seeking LOIs from Disabled Persons’ Organizations in Indonesia (Round 1)
Funding Call to Support Charities and Not-for-Profits throughout the UK
Deadline: 28 February 2020 The Michael Cornish Charitable Trust is seeking applications from the charities and not-for-profits throughout the UK for its grants program. The Michael Cornish Charitable Trust is a grant making charitable organisation of UK founded by Michael Cornish in 2005. Charities and not-for-profit organisations can register and apply for a grant for a specific project. Applications are reviewed quarterly by the Trustees, taking into consideration the eligibility and … [Read more...] about Funding Call to Support Charities and Not-for-Profits throughout the UK
U.S. Department of Justice, OVW seeking Applications for Training and Services to End Violence Against Women with Disabilities Grant Program
Deadline: 20 December 2019 The United States Department of Justice (DOJ), Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) is accepting applications for its Training and Services to End Violence Against Women with Disabilities Grant Program. The goal of the Disability Grant Program (DGP) is to create sustainable change within and between organizations that improves the response to individuals with disabilities and Deaf individuals who are victims of domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, and … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of Justice, OVW seeking Applications for Training and Services to End Violence Against Women with Disabilities Grant Program
“Ability to Work Fund” for Not-For-Profit Organisations in Ireland
Deadline: 14 February 2020 Applicants are invited to apply for the Ability to Work Fund that will support not-for-profit organisations to empower more people with disabilities to gain employment. A disability might be a physical or intellectual disability, a learning disability, or a disability due to traumatic brain injury or a mental health condition. The funding will be available over three years, from 2020 to 2023. Ability to Work Fund is a €1.5 million fund created by Social … [Read more...] about “Ability to Work Fund” for Not-For-Profit Organisations in Ireland
Call for Proposals for “Active Involvement of Young People with Disabilities/Disabilities in Civil Society Activities” – Serbia
Deadline: 22 November 2019 The Youth Disability Forum and the Association of Students with Disabilities have announced a call for proposals for projects of civil society organizations working with youth, as part of the Contest “Active involvement of young people with disabilities/disabilities in civil society activities”. The call is published as part of the project "Digital and Media Literacy of Youth with Disabilities/Handicap”. The project is being implemented by the Forum for Youth … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals for “Active Involvement of Young People with Disabilities/Disabilities in Civil Society Activities” – Serbia
Submit Your Applications for Disability Rights Scholarship Program
Deadline: 6 January 2020 The Open Society Foundations (OSF) is accepting applications for its Disability Rights Scholarship Program to provide yearlong awards for master’s degree study to disability rights advocates, lawyers, and educators to develop new legislation, jurisprudence, policy, research, and scholarship to harness the innovations and opportunities offered by the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD). Benefits The fellowship provides: … [Read more...] about Submit Your Applications for Disability Rights Scholarship Program
Nominations Open for CavinKare Ability Award 2020 – India
Deadline: 12 November 2019 Ability Foundation is seeking nominations for CavinKare Ability Awards 2020 to leads awareness-building on the capabilities of persons with disabilities in India. CavinKare ABILITY Awards were jointly instituted by Ability Foundation & CavinKare Pvt Ltd, in 2003 to honour achievers with disabilities who have soared beyond conventional barriers to realise their chosen dreams. They are national awards recognising exemplary services as well as accomplishments … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for CavinKare Ability Award 2020 – India
PFP’s Inclusive Disability Employment Program to support Mid-Career Professionals from Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda
Deadline: 12 November 2019 The U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs is accepting applications for its Professional Fellows Program on Inclusive Disability Employment (PFP-IDE) that supports 20 mid-career professionals (Fellows) from Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, who are committed to advancing inclusive employment for individuals with disabilities. Fellows will participate in an intensive five-week program at a university-based research and education center for … [Read more...] about PFP’s Inclusive Disability Employment Program to support Mid-Career Professionals from Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda
Australian High Commission in Port Moresby seeking Applications for 2019-20 Direct Aid Program
Deadline: 31 October 2019 Applicants are invited to apply for the 2019-20 Direct Aid Program (DAP) which is a small grants program funded by the Australian Government and managed by the Australian High Commission in Port Moresby. DAP aims to support small-scale projects with a strong development focus that complement Australia’s broader aid program. This funding is only available to community groups, NGOs and other organisations engaged in development activities on a not-for-profit … [Read more...] about Australian High Commission in Port Moresby seeking Applications for 2019-20 Direct Aid Program
Small-Grants Scheme to Support Non-Profit Organisations working in Local Communities
Deadline: 25 October 2019 The Australian High Commission in Port Louis is currently accepting applications for its 2019-20 Direct Aid Program (DAP), a small-grants scheme that aims to support non-profit organisations working in local communities on activities that support sustainable and inclusive development. Priorities Women’s Economic Empowerment Human Rights/Governance Disaster Risk Management/Climate Change Adaption Health The High Commission will look favourably at … [Read more...] about Small-Grants Scheme to Support Non-Profit Organisations working in Local Communities
Ernest Kleinwort Charitable Trust accepting Applications for Medium Grant – United Kingdom
Deadline: 19 November 2019 The Ernest Kleinwort Charitable Trust is accepting applications for its Medium Grant Program with an aim to ‘make a difference’. Grants will be considered for start-up costs, core costs or for a specific project for which applicants have requested support. This could include a contribution towards a building/refurbishment project, purchase of specialist equipment or other similar capital expenditure, or assistance with running costs. Areas of … [Read more...] about Ernest Kleinwort Charitable Trust accepting Applications for Medium Grant – United Kingdom
Small Grant Program to Empower Persons with Disabilities and their Families
Deadline: 15 December 2019 Recognizing that the most meaningful efforts often come from within the community, McLain Association for Children, Inc. is seeking applications for its Small Grant program to identify those that are already out there doing good work and assist them to accomplish even more. McLain Association for Children seeks to transform the lives of the most vulnerable around the world by providing them with the resources they need and by strengthening the systems and … [Read more...] about Small Grant Program to Empower Persons with Disabilities and their Families
Funding Call for Charities and Not-for-Profit Organisations based in United Kingdom
Deadline: 1 December 2019 The Michael Cornish Charitable Trust is accepting applications from the charities and organisations based in the UK for its grants program. The Michael Cornish Charitable Trust is a grant making charitable organisation. The trust was founded by Michael Cornish in 2005. Charities and not-for-profit organisations can register and apply for a grant for a specific project. Applications are reviewed quarterly by the Trustees, taking into consideration the … [Read more...] about Funding Call for Charities and Not-for-Profit Organisations based in United Kingdom
Australian Government inviting Applications for Mainstream Capacity Building (MCB) Grant 2019-2020
Deadline: 21 October 2019 The Australian Government is inviting applications via an open competitive process to apply to deliver Information, Linkages and Capacity (ILC) grant activities under Community Inclusion and Capacity Development Grants nationally for up to three years from 2019-20. Aims People with disability to use and benefit from the same mainstream health services as everyone else. Improved access and utilisation of mainstream health services where mainstream supports … [Read more...] about Australian Government inviting Applications for Mainstream Capacity Building (MCB) Grant 2019-2020
