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
Latest Grants and Resources for Economic Development
View the latest grant funding and resources in the area of Economic Development for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals around the world.
FREE STEM Fund to empower Girls, Women, Transgender and Non-Binary People
Deadline: 15-Dec-23 Optiver Foundation has launched the FREE STEM Fund to create equal opportunity through greater access to STEM education. The FREE STEM Fund aims to narrow the gender gap in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields. The FREE STEM Fund will invest … [Read more...] about FREE STEM Fund to empower Girls, Women, Transgender and Non-Binary People
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
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 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)
Call for Proposals: Fund for Local Cooperation (FLC) – Tajikistan
Deadline: 30-Nov-23 The office of the Roving Ambassador of Finland for Central Asia is seeking proposals for the Fund for Local Cooperation (FLC) instrument in 2023-2024. The Fund for Local Cooperation (FLC) is a part of Finland’s official development co-operation. FLC is geared for local … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Fund for Local Cooperation (FLC) – Tajikistan
Open call for Micro Grants to empower African and Caribbean Women
Deadline: 15-Dec-23 About Her Culture is offering micro grants to empower African and Caribbean women around the world for social and economic development. Funding Information Micro grants are $500 each. Eligibility Criteria The micro grants are open to women of Caribbean and … [Read more...] about Open call for Micro Grants to empower African and Caribbean Women
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
Rise Up Leadership Program to advance Gender Equity and Justice in India
Deadline: 31-Dec-23 Global nonprofit Rise Up is seeking applications to select a group of local civil society leaders from Jharkhand, India to participate in the Leadership Accelerator training program to advance gender equity and justice in 2024. Through Rise Up’s program, these local leaders … [Read more...] about Rise Up Leadership Program to advance Gender Equity and Justice in India
Call for Proposals: Promoting Women’s Economic Empowerment in ACP Countries
Deadline: 12-Dec-23 ICR Facility is inviting public and private sector organisations operating in African, Caribbean, or Pacific (ACP) countries to submit proposals to receive free technical assistance aimed at advancing Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE). The ICR Facility can help you unlock … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Promoting Women’s Economic Empowerment in ACP Countries
Tyrone Three Community Benefit Fund – United Kingdom
Deadline: 8-Dec-23 The Community Foundation for Northern Ireland is currently accepting applications for the Tyrone Three Community Benefit Fund. Purpose of the Fund This local community fund has been set up by Energia Renewables, working in close partnership with local groups from the … [Read more...] about Tyrone Three Community Benefit Fund – United Kingdom
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)
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
CrossCulture Programme Fellowships to strengthen Civil Societies
Deadline: 18-Dec-23 The Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen (ifa) has launched the CrossCulture Programme to strengthen Civil Societies. With the CCP Fellowships, the CrossCulture Programme (CCP) funds around 60 professionals and committed volunteers from over 40 countries each year. During two … [Read more...] about CrossCulture Programme Fellowships to strengthen Civil Societies
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)
Grants to conserve Biodiversity and address Climate Change in Papua New Guinea
Deadline: 8-Dec-23 Applications are now open for the Biodiversity and Climate Fund that aims to catalyze financial and technical resources to enable present and future generations of Papua New Guineans to restore, protect, and enhance the country’s biodiversity and build resilience in the face of … [Read more...] about Grants to conserve Biodiversity and address Climate Change in Papua New Guinea
Applications open for Malawi African Girls Can Code Too Program
Deadline: 10-Nov-23 UN Women is seeking applications to engage the services of local NGOs to implement activities across the Outcome in the target districts of Dedza, Zomba, Balaka, Mzimba, Blantyre, Dowa and Lilongwe but starting with a few districts in the first year. The successful partners … [Read more...] about Applications open for Malawi African Girls Can Code Too Program
Walmart Foundation Local Community Grant Program – United States
Deadline: 31-Dec-23 Walmart Foundation is seeking applications for its Local Community Grant program. Areas of Funding There are eight (8) areas of funding for which an organization can apply. Community and Economic Development: Improving local communities for the benefit of low-income … [Read more...] about Walmart Foundation Local Community Grant Program – United States
Call for Proposals: Civic Participation Grant Program (Türkiye)
Deadline: 15-Dec-23 Applications are now open for the Civil Participation Grant Program to support social change by bringing together the power of civil society and the potential of local governments in Turkey. Civil Participation Grant Program, which is the second component of the Civil … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Civic Participation Grant Program (Türkiye)
Call for Proposals: Economic Empowerment of Rural Women in Timor-Leste
Deadline: 24-Nov-23 UN Women is inviting applications to upscale the path to 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: Economic Empowerment of Rural Women in Timor-Leste
Applications open for Women and Girls Fund – Canada
Deadline: 30-Jan-24 The Red Deer & District Community Foundation has launched the Women and Girls Fund to support organizations at the heart of the women's movement, whose core activities, leadership, mission, and vision are committed to advancing gender equity. Funding Priorities The … [Read more...] about Applications open for Women and Girls Fund – Canada
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)
Open Call to support Small Irrigation Infrastructure in Liberia (USD 50,000)
Deadline: 27-Nov-23 The RTI International is seeking concept papers to support activities to improve production, post-harvest processing, storage, and construction of small irrigation infrastructure in Liberia. Feed the Future Liberia Food Security, Nutrition, and Resilience activity is a … [Read more...] about Open Call to support Small Irrigation Infrastructure in Liberia (USD 50,000)
Apply for Community Development Grant
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity The Inter-American Foundation (IAF) is currently accepting applications for the Community Development Grant. The Inter-American Foundation (IAF) awards small grants to civil society organizations that promote inclusive economic prosperity, reduce food insecurity, … [Read more...] about Apply for Community Development Grant
Call for Proposals: Tourism Events Hosting Support – South Africa
Deadline: 17-Nov-23 The Department of Tourism invites proposals for the Tourism Events Hosting Support. The Tourism Events Hosting Support Framework facilitates the implementation of the Tourism Sector Recovery Plan (TSRP), which acknowledges the need for targeted, coordinated actions to … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Tourism Events Hosting Support – South Africa
Australian Embassy in Palau: Direct Aid Program
Deadline: 6-Nov-23 Submissions are now open for the Direct Aid Program (DAP), a flexible small grants program funded by the Australian Government, available to non-government organizations and community groups engaged in development projects. What projects are eligible for DAP support? DAP … [Read more...] about Australian Embassy in Palau: Direct Aid Program
JRCT Sustainable Future Programme in the United Kingdom
Deadline: 3-Nov-23 Applications are now open for the Sustainable Future Programme that focuses on developing and promoting sustainable, low-carbon alternatives to the current consumerist and growth-based paradigm. As the changes to grantmaking over the next 12 months are designed to reduce … [Read more...] about JRCT Sustainable Future Programme in the United Kingdom
Rise Up launches Nigeria Leadership and Advocacy Accelerator Program
Deadline: 26-Nov-2023 Rise Up is inviting a group of local civil society leaders from Nigeria to participate in the Leadership and Advocacy Accelerator training program to advance gender equity and justice in 2024. Rise Up empowers leaders to expand their impact by providing the training, … [Read more...] about Rise Up launches Nigeria Leadership and Advocacy Accelerator Program
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
Community Food Systems Fellowship (United States)
Deadline: 3-Nov-23 Applications are currently open for the 2024 Vital Village Networks Community Food Systems Fellowship. The primary goal of the Community Food Systems Fellowship program is to help center community leadership and the agency of caregivers, parents and families in efforts to … [Read more...] about Community Food Systems Fellowship (United States)
Grants for NGOs to implement Activities for the Malawi Girls Can Code TOO
Deadline: 3-Nov-23 UN Women in Malawi is offering grant to Non-Governmental Organizations based in Malawi to support implementation of The Malawi Girls Can Code Project to reduce the digital gender divide and economically empower girls and young women through increased digital access and … [Read more...] about Grants for NGOs to implement Activities for the Malawi Girls Can Code TOO
Direct Aid Program 2023-24 (India)
Deadline: 17-Nov-23 The Australian Consulate-General in Kolkata is inviting applications for its Direct Aid Program to support projects that have a strong development focus, contribute to poverty reduction, and strengthen communities in India. The Direct Aid Program (DAP) is a small grants … [Read more...] about Direct Aid Program 2023-24 (India)
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 for the World Smart Cities Outlook
Deadline: 26-Oct-23 UN-Habitat invites universities, research centres, foundations, think tanks, private firms and any other interested entity with expertise in research studies, global surveys, data analysis, and innovation management to contribute to World Smart Cities Outlook global … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals for the World Smart Cities Outlook
USAID Host and Impacted Community Resilience Activity (HICRA) – Bangladesh
Deadline: 2-Dec-23 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for a Fixed Amount Cooperative Agreement from qualified Bangladeshi local entities to implement the USAID Host and Impacted Community Resilience Activity program. The purpose of this … [Read more...] about USAID Host and Impacted Community Resilience Activity (HICRA) – Bangladesh
U.S. Embassy Rangoon Public Affairs Small Grants Competition – Myanmar
Deadline: 15-Sep-24 The U.S. Embassy Rangoon of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations or individuals to submit a statement of interest (SOI) to carry out a program (or programs) to strengthen the cultural ties between the U.S. and Myanmar through cultural … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Rangoon Public Affairs Small Grants Competition – Myanmar
Call for Applications: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
Deadline: 30-Sep-24 The U.S. Embassy Bridgetown Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is inviting proposals for programs that strengthen ties between the U.S. and Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean through cultural, educational, business, and scientific programming that … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
Animal Waste Technology Grants – United States
Deadline: 25-Oct-23 The Maryland Department of Agriculture is accepting Letters of Intent from eligible persons interested in seeking a grant to partially fund the development, implementation, or market development of economically feasible animal waste technology projects in Maryland. The … [Read more...] about Animal Waste Technology Grants – United States
Field Initiated Projects Program (Development) – United States
Deadline: 14-Nov-23 The Administrator of the Administration for Community Living is seeking applications for the Field Initiated (FI) Projects Program to carry out development activities. The purpose of the Field Initiated Projects program is to generate new knowledge through research or to … [Read more...] about Field Initiated Projects Program (Development) – United States
Field Initiated Projects Program (Research) – United States
Deadline: 14-Nov-23 The Administrator of the Administration for Community Living invites applications for fiscal year (FY) 2024 for the Field Initiated (FI) Projects to carry out research activities. The purpose of the Field Initiated Projects program is to generate new knowledge through … [Read more...] about Field Initiated Projects Program (Research) – United States
Call for Proposals to support Engagement of Non-profit Organizations working in Central Asian States
Deadline: 19-Nov-23 The International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD) has announced a call for proposals to support engagement of non-profit organizations working in the border areas of the Central Asian states in implementation of initiatives for the benefit of the border … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals to support Engagement of Non-profit Organizations working in Central Asian States
Australian High Commission Direct Aid Program (Round 1) – Pakistan
Deadline: 19-Nov-23 The Australian High Commission Islamabad is offering grants 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 Aid Program (DAP) is a flexible … [Read more...] about Australian High Commission Direct Aid Program (Round 1) – Pakistan
The University Support Grants Program 2023/24 – Kosovo
Deadline: 5-Nov-23 Kosovo United States Alumni (KUSA) is delighted to officially announce an open competition for the U.S. Embassy University Support Grants Program. The U.S. Embassy in Kosovo’s University Support Grants Program is an annual grants program that aims to support the development … [Read more...] about The University Support Grants Program 2023/24 – Kosovo
International Training Program – Disaster Risk Management 321
Deadline: 15-Oct-23 The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) is seeking applications for the International Training Programme (ITP) in Disaster Risk Management (DRM) to organisations of strategic importance to the economic, social and environmental development of partner … [Read more...] about International Training Program – Disaster Risk Management 321
Funding available for Cultural and Creative Industries – South Africa
Deadline: 31-Oct-23 In its continued effort to optimize the economic benefit and the development of the arts in South Africa, the National Department of Sport, Arts and Culture once again announces the opening of Mzansi Golden Economy (MGE) open call grant funding applications to the cultural and … [Read more...] about Funding available for Cultural and Creative Industries – South Africa
Grants for Development-Oriented Projects in India: Supporting Small-Scale Initiatives
Deadline: 30-Jun-24 The Australian Consulate General in Mumbai is offering grants 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 Aid Program (DAP) is a … [Read more...] about Grants for Development-Oriented Projects in India: Supporting Small-Scale Initiatives
Apply for Invest in Others Grant Program (United States)
Deadline: 27-Oct-23 Invest in Others is offering two grant opportunities “Grants for Good and Grants for Change” to provide funding to meet the critical needs of nonprofits and the communities they serve. The Grants for Good and Grants for Change programs provide an opportunity for those … [Read more...] about Apply for Invest in Others Grant Program (United States)
Edge Fund Grant Programme (UK and Ireland)
Deadline: 31-Oct-23 Edge Fund is inviting applications for its grant programme to achieve social, economic and environmental justice, and to end imbalances of wealth and power. Edge Fund Values Edge believes that if they are to create a world free of injustice and inequality they need to … [Read more...] about Edge Fund Grant Programme (UK and Ireland)
Call for Proposals: Access to Social Inclusion Services at Local Level (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Deadline: 8-Jan-24 The European Commission (EC) has announced a call for proposals to contribute to improving socio-economic situation and living conditions in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Objectives The specific objective(s) of this call for proposals are: Specific objective 1: Provide … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Access to Social Inclusion Services at Local Level (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
