Deadline: 13-Apr-24 The Embassy of Canada in Egypt is seeking applications for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, which align with Global Affairs Canada’s thematic priority areas for engagement. The program is … [Read more...] about CFPs: The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Egypt (2024)
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.
Study of the U.S. Institutes Madeleine K. Albright Young Women Leaders Program
Deadline: 06-May-24 The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs invites proposal submissions from U.S. public and private academic and cultural institutions, exchange-of-persons, and other notfor-profit organizations for the design and implementation of four Institutes for the Study of the … [Read more...] about Study of the U.S. Institutes Madeleine K. Albright Young Women Leaders Program
EC: Embracing Empowerment of Women Entrepreneurs in Somalia
Deadline: 16-Apr-24 The European Commission is seeking applications to contribute to past and future efforts by development players aimed at empowering women economically in order to reduce poverty and achieve inclusive and sustainable growth in Somalia. This call also aims to contribute to … [Read more...] about EC: Embracing Empowerment of Women Entrepreneurs in Somalia
U.S. Embassy in Slovenia NGO Small Grants
Deadline: 31-Mar-2024 The U.S. Embassy in Ljubljana, Slovenia announces this notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) for Slovenian civil society organizations. The Embassy continues to offer grants for well-conceived and managed projects that strengthen ties between the United States and Slovenia … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Slovenia NGO Small Grants
Apply for Youth 4 Outermost Regions (YOUTH4ORs) Project
Deadline: 09-May-24 The European Union is seeking your ideas and solutions to address the challenges in the outermost region and bring about concrete improvements. The goal is to empower and inspire you to take an active role in your local community, aiming to improve the quality of life for … [Read more...] about Apply for Youth 4 Outermost Regions (YOUTH4ORs) Project
U.S. Mission to Uzbekistan: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
Deadline: 18-Jun-24 The U.S. Department of State’s Embassy Tashkent Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) is pleased to announce the availability of funding through the Embassy’s Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. Based on funding availability, projects awarded under this program will support … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Uzbekistan: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
Apply for Waste Minimisation Grants Program (New Zealand)
Deadline: 05-Apr-24 The Nelson City Council is seeking applications for Waste Minimisation Grants to build capacity and leadership to support community-led projects projects which reduce or avoid waste. The purpose of this funding is to enable community-led activities which lead to avoidance … [Read more...] about Apply for Waste Minimisation Grants Program (New Zealand)
Call for Applications for Education and Training Grants Program
Deadline: 05-Dec-24 The National Institute of Food and Agriculture is seeking applications for education and training grants that focus on further enhancing the distinct components of the pipeline for developing the workforce in the food and agricultural sciences. Purpose and Priorities The … [Read more...] about Call for Applications for Education and Training Grants Program
Region of Waterloo Economic Development Grant (Canada)
Deadline: 28-Mar-2024 The Region of Waterloo is seeking applications for the Economic Development Grant. The Economic Development Grant – Entrepreneurial Initiatives grant criteria is rooted in the principles and priorities set out by both the Region of Waterloo's Corporate Strategic Plan and … [Read more...] about Region of Waterloo Economic Development Grant (Canada)
UN Women inviting CSOs in empowering Migrant Women Returnees in Ethiopia
Deadline: 10-Apr-24 UN Women is seeking proposals to engage civil society organizations (CSOs) to collaborate in empowering migrant women returnees in Ethiopia. This initiative focuses on fostering economic integration and self-sufficiency by addressing reintegration challenges through … [Read more...] about UN Women inviting CSOs in empowering Migrant Women Returnees in Ethiopia
Call for Applications: SI Ukraine Cooperation Programme
Deadline: 15-May-24 The Swedish Institute (SI) offers Swedish actors and their cooperation partners in Ukraine grants to jointly implement projects aimed at supporting Ukraine's reconstruction, reform efforts, and EU integration in areas such as inclusive economic development, entrepreneurship … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: SI Ukraine Cooperation Programme
European Commission Grants for strengthening CSOs as Actors in Development (India)
Deadline: 30-Apr-24 The European Commission has launched the call for proposals to strengthen Civil Society Organisations as independent actors of good governance and development in their own right. The EU is a longstanding global champion for civil society as development actors in their own … [Read more...] about European Commission Grants for strengthening CSOs as Actors in Development (India)
DHS: Strengthening Inclusive Pathways to Employment Grants (Australia)
Deadline: 03-Apr-24 The Department of Human Services (DHS) has launched grant applications for organisations with socially inclusive projects or programs focused on building practical skills for employment and volunteering. Social inclusion for all is an ongoing priority of the Department of … [Read more...] about DHS: Strengthening Inclusive Pathways to Employment Grants (Australia)
MESA Global Academy Scholarships Program
Deadline: 01-May-24 Apply for the MESA Global Academy, a project of MESA in partnership with the City University of New York and other university partners, with generous support from the Carnegie Corporation, the Ellis L. Phillips Foundation, and the Persian Heritage Foundation. The MESA … [Read more...] about MESA Global Academy Scholarships Program
NOFO: 2024 Arctic Indigenous Exchange Program
Deadline: 20-May-24 The Global Leaders Division in the Office of Citizen Exchanges at the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) invites proposal submissions to design, administer, and implement the FY 2024 Arctic Indigenous Exchange Program (AIEP). This … [Read more...] about NOFO: 2024 Arctic Indigenous Exchange Program
Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program for Education (Ukraine)
Deadline: 02-Jun-24 The U.S. Embassy in Ukraine announces an open competition for non-government, non-profit organizations to submit applications for Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program to strengthening Ukraine’s educational system as a contributor to Ukraine’s post-war restoration and … [Read more...] about Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program for Education (Ukraine)
Multimodal Transportation Fund (MTF) Program – United States
Deadline: 31-Jul-24 The Multimodal Transportation Fund is providing grants to encourage economic development and ensure that a safe and reliable system of transportation is available to the residents of this commonwealth. The program is intended to provide financial assistance to … [Read more...] about Multimodal Transportation Fund (MTF) Program – United States
Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program (Zambia)
Deadline: 15-Apr-24 The U.S. Embassy Zambia is pleased to announce its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program for Zambian non-profit and non-governmental organizations to support U.S. goals in the Republic of Zambia. The Public Diplomacy Section invites proposals from non-profit and … [Read more...] about Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program (Zambia)
Apply for Food Ventures Grant Program – United States
Deadline: 06-May-24 The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources seeks proposals for funding projects that will advance the Massachusetts Food Ventures Program (MFVP), help to implement the objectives of the Massachusetts Local Food Action Plan and provide economic opportunities that … [Read more...] about Apply for Food Ventures Grant Program – United States
Call for Sovereign Rural Woman’s Organizations in Colombia
Deadline: 05-Apr-24 The Fondo Mujer has announced applications for Sovereign Rural Woman’s Organizations in Colombia to select organizations owned and led by rural women that will be beneficiaries of the Sovereign Rural Women route, to enhance economic autonomy processes led by rural … [Read more...] about Call for Sovereign Rural Woman’s Organizations in Colombia
Apply for Wales-Africa Grant Scheme Round 6 (United Kingdom)
Deadline: 15-Apr-24 Applications are now open for the Wales-Africa grant scheme enabling community groups and organisations in Wales to access funding for small-scale projects that contribute to Wales' delivery of UN Sustainable Development Goals and deliver benefits to Wales and Africa. The … [Read more...] about Apply for Wales-Africa Grant Scheme Round 6 (United Kingdom)
Call for Applications: Polish Aid Small Grants Programme (Kenya)
Deadline: 24-Mar-24 The Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Nairobi invites all interested Kenyan organizations to take part in a call for applications for projects implemented with the Polish Aid Small Grants scheme in 2024. Thematic Areas The project proposal submitted to the Embassy … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Polish Aid Small Grants Programme (Kenya)
U.S. Mission to France Small Grants Program
Deadline: 29-Apr-24 The U.S. Mission to France Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit a Statement of Interest (SOI) to carry out programs aligned with the Embassy funding priorities, the strategic themes they focus on, … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to France Small Grants Program
Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Program (Cameroon)
Deadline: 02-May-24 The Political and Economic Section of the U.S. Embassy in Yaoundé, Cameroon, announces an open competition for local organizations to submit applications under the FY 2023 Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund program. Proposals should target community projects that address … [Read more...] about Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Program (Cameroon)
The Nathan Cummings Foundation Grant Program – United States
Deadline: 30-Apr-24 The Nathan Cummings Foundation is offering two types of funding opportunities: grants and program-related investments (PRIs). Both grant and PRI proposals must align with NCF’s interconnected goals of racial justice, economic justice, and/or environmental justice. Focus … [Read more...] about The Nathan Cummings Foundation Grant Program – United States
ILO launches a Business Plan Competition to help Refugees and Host Communities
Deadline: 22-Mar-24 The International Labour Organization (ILO) under the PROSPECTS program has launched a business plan competition to help refugees and host communities to start and develop small businesses in Alemwach, Ethiopia. The implementing partner will be responsible for supporting … [Read more...] about ILO launches a Business Plan Competition to help Refugees and Host Communities
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Mongolia
Deadline: 22-Mar-24 The Embassy of Canada in Mongolia 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 Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Mongolia
Chat for Impact: GenAI Accelerator 2024
Deadline: 31-Mar-24 Turn.io is calling applications for its first Chat for Impact: GenAI Accelerator which will amplify the impact of ten organizations, assisting them in creating and implementing innovative LLM-powered chat solutions in the fields of education, healthcare, and economic … [Read more...] about Chat for Impact: GenAI Accelerator 2024
$5,000 – $20,000 Grants: Funding Available for NGOs and CSOs in Central African Republic
Deadline: 29-Apr-24 The U.S. Embassy Bangui Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program to strengthen cultural ties between the U.S. and the Central African Republic through cultural and exchange programming that … [Read more...] about $5,000 – $20,000 Grants: Funding Available for NGOs and CSOs in Central African Republic
Call for Proposals: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives
Deadline: 29-Mar-24 The High Commission of Canada in Australia 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 Call for Proposals: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives
Public Affairs Section’s Small Grants Program (Hong Kong)
Deadline: 23-Aug-24 The U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong & Macau Public Affairs Section (PAS) invites proposals for programs that strengthen cultural ties between the United States and Hong Kong and the United States and Macau through cultural and exchange programming that highlights shared … [Read more...] about Public Affairs Section’s Small Grants Program (Hong Kong)
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – India, Nepal and Bhutan (2024)
Deadline: 10-Mar-2024 The High Commission of Canada to India is pleased to launch its annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, which align with Global Affairs Canada’s thematic priority areas … [Read more...] about Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – India, Nepal and Bhutan (2024)
Call for NGOs (upto $150,000): Supporting Social Protection and Family Economic Empowerment
Deadline: 14-Mar-2024 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is inviting Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) concerned with Social Protection and Family economic empowerment to Implement the economic empowerment component for targeted beneficiaries by providing them with training, … [Read more...] about Call for NGOs (upto $150,000): Supporting Social Protection and Family Economic Empowerment
US: Impact Fund offering Recoverable Grants to Legal Services Nonprofits
Deadline: 9-Apr-24 The Impact Fund is offering grants to legal services nonprofits, private attorneys, and small law firms who seek to confront social, economic, and environmental injustice. Focus Areas Human Rights, Civil Rights, Prisoners’ Rights, Voting Rights, Children’s Rights, … [Read more...] about US: Impact Fund offering Recoverable Grants to Legal Services Nonprofits
Veterinary Services Grant Program in United States
Deadline: 21-Mar-24 National Institute of Food and Agriculture has announced the Veterinary Services Grant Program to make competitive grants to qualified entities, including veterinary clinics/hospitals, that carry out programs in food and large animal veterinarian shortage situation areas and … [Read more...] about Veterinary Services Grant Program in United States
U.S. Embassy in Amman: Notice of Funding Opportunity ($100,000)
Deadline: 21-Mar-24 The U.S. Embassy in Amman announces an open competition for not-for-profit organizations registered in Jordan and the U.S. to organize the 2024 EducationUSA College Fair in Jordan. The fair will serve as a nexus, connecting Jordanian students, parents, and high school … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Amman: Notice of Funding Opportunity ($100,000)
Circular Economy Innovation Fund for Capability Building – Round 4 (Australia)
Deadline: 31-Mar-24 The Sustainability Victoria is seeking applications to support Businesses and Collaborative Partnerships through Round 4 of the Circular Economy Innovation Fund to build business capability in circular economy. Projects must improve awareness and understanding of circular … [Read more...] about Circular Economy Innovation Fund for Capability Building – Round 4 (Australia)
NGO Small Grants Program (Slovenia)
Deadline: 31-Mar-24 The U.S. Embassy in Ljubljana, Slovenia is accepting applications for the NGO Small Grants program to offer grants for well-conceived and managed projects that strengthen ties between the United States and Slovenia while advancing Embassy priorities. Program Themes For … [Read more...] about NGO Small Grants Program (Slovenia)
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Cuba (2024)
Deadline: 22-Mar-24 The Embassy of Canada in Cuba is pleased to launch its annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, which align with Global Affairs Canada’s thematic priority areas for … [Read more...] about Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Cuba (2024)
Public Diplomacy Small Grants (upto $500,000) Program
Deadline: 01-Jul-24 The U.S. Mission to Yemen Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. Purpose of Small Grants: PAS in Yemen invites proposals for programs that strengthen … [Read more...] about Public Diplomacy Small Grants (upto $500,000) Program
PDS Small Grants Program (Liberia)
Deadline: 05-Apr-2024 PDS Monrovia is soliciting proposals from Liberian non-profit institutions, non-governmental organizations, or non-profit private or public academic institutions for funding to support programs that strengthen U.S.-Liberian ties. PDS Monrovia invites proposals for … [Read more...] about PDS Small Grants Program (Liberia)
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Sustainable Agricultural Systems – United States
Deadline: 6-Jun-24 The National Institute of Food and Agriculture through this RFA is soliciting visionary integrated research, extension, and education projects that use transdisciplinary, systems approaches to promote the blending of science, technology, and societal considerations to solve … [Read more...] about Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Sustainable Agricultural Systems – United States
Apply for Direct Aid Program – Malaysia
Deadline: 15-Mar-2024 Applications are now open for the Direct Aid Program (DAP) 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 Apply for Direct Aid Program – Malaysia
Apply for Direct Aid Program – Malaysia
Deadline: 15-Mar-2024 Applications are now open for the Direct Aid Program (DAP) 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 Apply for Direct Aid Program – Malaysia
Call for Applications: Kiribati Direct Aid Program (DAP)
Deadline: 11-Mar-2024 Applications are now open for Direct Aid Program (DAP) 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 Call for Applications: Kiribati Direct Aid Program (DAP)
U.S. Embassy Accra Grants Program: Economic, Education, Human Rights…
Deadline: 24-Mar-2024 The U.S. Embassy Accra Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit a statement of interest (SOI) to carry out the U.S. Embassy Accra Grants Program that aligns with their current strategic themes … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Accra Grants Program: Economic, Education, Human Rights…
Call for Applications: Projects South 2024 (Belgium)
Deadline: 18-Mar-2024 Are you a recognised Belgian civil society organisation or a non-profit organisation and do you want to launch a sustainable and inclusive economic development project in a developing country? Brussels International and hub.brussels are launching a new call for projects, at … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Projects South 2024 (Belgium)
NEEF Biodiversity Conservation Grant (United States)
Deadline: 01-Mar-2024 The National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF) is excited to announce $200,000 in grant funding to support shovel-ready pollinator habitat enhancement projects on America’s Public Lands. Habitat enhancement projects should directly support the creation, … [Read more...] about NEEF Biodiversity Conservation Grant (United States)
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Dominican Republic
Deadline: 08-Apr-2024 The Embassy of Canada in the Dominican Republic 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 … [Read more...] about Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Dominican Republic
Book Translation Program – Kyrgyzstan
Deadline: 30-Apr-2024 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 Book Translation Program (BTP). The BTP focuses on the translation and distribution of American books or books in … [Read more...] about Book Translation Program – Kyrgyzstan
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