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Applications Open for Islamic Finance Changemakers Competition

Deadline: 30-Sep-20 The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) in partnership with the Saudi-Spanish Center for Islamic Economic and Finance have launched an Islamic Finance Changemakers Competition to support social entrepreneurs, innovators and business leaders seeking to create a better … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Islamic Finance Changemakers Competition

Greater Toledo Community Foundation seeking Proposals for Equity & Access Initiative (U.S.)

Deadline: 19-Oct-20 The Greater Toledo Community Foundation is seeking proposals for Equity & Access Initiative that address a variety of areas including advocacy, economic development, employment and nonprofit capacity. Due to the complexity of these issues, only organizations with … [Read more...] about Greater Toledo Community Foundation seeking Proposals for Equity & Access Initiative (U.S.)

LINK Foundation’s 2020 Grant Program – United States

Deadline: 30-Nov-20 The LINK Foundation has the unique opportunity to provide monetary grants to deserving nonprofits across the South Central, Pennsylvania region that are in line with their fundraising criteria. The mission of the foundation is to strengthen the communities they serve and … [Read more...] about LINK Foundation’s 2020 Grant Program – United States

Stiftung Drittes Millennium seeking applications for Grant Program

Deadline: 02-Oct-20 The Stiftung Drittes Millennium (Foundation for the Third Millennium) is seeking application for its Grant Program to promote sustainability in all sectors of society. More specifically, it promotes action that places equal emphasis on responsible behavior in relationship to … [Read more...] about Stiftung Drittes Millennium seeking applications for Grant Program

Mumbulla Foundation Community Grants 2020 (Australia)

Deadline: 25-Sep-20 The Mumbulla Foundation is the community foundation of the Bega Valley Shire. The Foundation raises money to give grants to a local charity and not-for-profit organizations for projects that benefit people living in the Shire. These grants are disbursed in two ways; … [Read more...] about Mumbulla Foundation Community Grants 2020 (Australia)

Community Foundation of Mendocino County launches Non-Profit Relief Grant program

Deadline: 28-Aug-20 The Community Foundation is offering the Non-Profit Relief Grant program to mitigate some of the unique difficulties faced by the non-profit sector in Mendocino County. Funds are provided by the COVID-19 Non-Profit Relief Fund, a fund of the Community Foundation of Mendocino … [Read more...] about Community Foundation of Mendocino County launches Non-Profit Relief Grant program

Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) announces Small Grants Program

Deadline: 31-Aug-20 The Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) has announced a Small Grants Program to promote an inclusive and participatory democracy, sustainable social and economic policy, the advancement of labor rights, and regional cooperation to ensure peace in the South Caucasus. The call is … [Read more...] about Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) announces Small Grants Program

Bayou Community Foundation: Grants Program for COVID-19 Relief – United States

Deadline: 18-Sep-20 The Bayou Community Foundation (BCF) is accepting grant request for its COVID-19 Relief Grants Program from qualified 501c3 nonprofit organizations and local government agencies to address critical unmet needs in Lafourche Parish, Terrebonne Parish and Grand Isle, Louisiana … [Read more...] about Bayou Community Foundation: Grants Program for COVID-19 Relief – United States

Applications Open for Ashfield Community Fund – United Kingdom

Deadline: 11-Oct-20 Are you a small community group who delivers a project in Ashfield? If yes, then apply now for the Ashfield Community Fund 2020. The aim of the Ashfield Community Fund is to support people in Ashfield by making grants to groups who work to directly benefit communities in … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Ashfield Community Fund – United Kingdom

Call for Proposals for Baltic Research Programme in Latvia

Deadline: 19-Oct-20 The State Education Development Agency in cooperation with the Research Council of Norway and the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Latvia are pleased to open the 3rd call for proposals under European Economic Area (EEA) Financial Mechanism Baltic Research … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals for Baltic Research Programme in Latvia

Call for EOIs for Covid-19 Response and Recovery Partnerships: Pilot Action for Interregional Innovation

Deadline: 7-Sep-20 The European Commission, Directorate-General for Regional and Urban Policy (DG REGIO) is seeking expression of interest (EOIs) from transnational partnerships of regional authorities, including ecosystems of regional stakeholders (universities, research centres, clusters, SMEs, … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs for Covid-19 Response and Recovery Partnerships: Pilot Action for Interregional Innovation

Apply for Fund for Southern Communities 2020 – United States

Deadline: 4-Sep-20 FSC can only award grants to organizations that are registered as a non–profit organization within their respective state (Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina). Organizations must also have 501(c)(3) tax status, or a Fiscal Agent; a limited number of 501(c)(4) … [Read more...] about Apply for Fund for Southern Communities 2020 – United States

AARP Foundation Seeks Proposals for Direct Service, Education, Outreach and Field-Building Projects – United States

Deadline: 31-Aug-20 AARP Foundation is seeking proposals for the Direct Service projects and one for Education, Outreach or Field-Building projects that advance economic opportunity among low-income older adults. For 57 years, AARP aided America's poor and isolated seniors. As AARP's … [Read more...] about AARP Foundation Seeks Proposals for Direct Service, Education, Outreach and Field-Building Projects – United States

Submit Applications for IFREE Small Grants Program

Deadline: 1-Feb-21 International Foundation for Research in Experimental Economics (IFREE) is seeking applications for its Small Grants Program. The International Foundation for Research in Experimental Economics (IFREE) was founded in 1997 to support research and education in experimental … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for IFREE Small Grants Program

Nonprofit Capacity Building Micro-Grant Program 2020 (United States)

Deadline: 21-Sep-20 Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation is currently seeking applications for the Nonprofit Capacity Building Micro-grant Program 2020. Grants provide a maximum of $1,500 to enable nonprofit organizations and their leaders to develop competencies and skills that can make … [Read more...] about Nonprofit Capacity Building Micro-Grant Program 2020 (United States)

Call for Bids for Prague Programme Fund to Support Local Organizations

Deadline: 08-Sep-20 The Prague Programme Fund is a small and short-term funding mechanism, which allows British Embassy Prague to support local organizations seeking to deliver real and measurable outcomes targeting four primary objectives. Funding Information Typical projects should … [Read more...] about Call for Bids for Prague Programme Fund to Support Local Organizations

UNDP Uzbekistan announces Contest among Journalists and Bloggers

Deadline: 01-Oct-20 The United Nations Development Program and the Ministry of Construction of the Republic of Uzbekistan invites journalists to challenge themselves by taking part in a contest for the best editorial material dedicated to the topic: "Green construction is the key to achieve … [Read more...] about UNDP Uzbekistan announces Contest among Journalists and Bloggers

Fund for Local Cooperation 2020 “Circular Economy, and Good Governance and Vibrant Democracy” (South Africa)

Deadline: 18-Sep-20 The Embassy of Finland in Pretoria hereby invites South African civil society organizations and innovation support organizations to submit concept notes to apply for funding from the Fund for Local Cooperation (FLC). Finnish Government development policy’s focus is on … [Read more...] about Fund for Local Cooperation 2020 “Circular Economy, and Good Governance and Vibrant Democracy” (South Africa)

Community Foundation of Middlesex County 2020-2021 Grant Program

Deadline: 21-Sep-20 The Community Foundation of Middlesex County (CFMC) is now accepting applications for the 2020-2021 competitive application cycle. While some variation is possible because of funds available for grantmaking, the Areas of Need / Impact are: Community Enrichment … [Read more...] about Community Foundation of Middlesex County 2020-2021 Grant Program

AICS announces Call for Proposals for Resilience and Social Stability

Deadline: 21-Sep-20 The Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS) has announced a call for proposals for Resilience and social stability: the creation of temporary employment opportunities to support Lebanese municipalities in managing the economic and social consequences of the … [Read more...] about AICS announces Call for Proposals for Resilience and Social Stability

Applications Open for Aviva Community Fund 2020- United Kingdom

Deadline: 13-Oct-20 Aviva Community Fund is seeking applications to help thousands of small charities and good causes build stronger communities all across the UK. The Aviva Community Fund has learnt that the charities that make the biggest impact are those that are given the opportunity to … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Aviva Community Fund 2020- United Kingdom

LAG announces Grant competition for local Development of Municipality

Deadline: 4-Sep-20 The EU-supported Akhmeta Local Development Group (LAG) has announced the first phase of a grant competition to fund projects that will contribute to the local development of the municipality. Action Against Hunger, in partnership with the Kakheti Regional Development Fund … [Read more...] about LAG announces Grant competition for local Development of Municipality

U.S. Mission to Kazakhstan announces Kazakhstan American Corners Grants

Deadline: 11-Sep-20 The U.S. Embassy Nur-Sultan Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce funding is available through the Embassy’s Public Diplomacy American Corners Grants Program. The U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Section (PAS) in Nur-Sultan is … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Kazakhstan announces Kazakhstan American Corners Grants

U.S. Embassy Burkina PAS Announces Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program

Deadline: 30-Sep-20 The U.S. Embassy Burkina 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. PAS Ouagadougou invites proposals for programs that promote democracy and good governance, … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Burkina PAS Announces Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program

USADF announces Call for Proposals for Uganda

Deadline: 11-Sep-20 The U.S. African Development Foundation (USADF) invites proposals for grant financing and local support, from African cooperatives, producer groups, and enterprises with innovative solutions that extend their own capabilities to increase revenues, create jobs, improve farmer … [Read more...] about USADF announces Call for Proposals for Uganda

Mauritania: Call for Proposals to Enhance COVID-19 Response 2020

Deadline: 30-Aug-20 The British Embassy Nouakchott invites proposals from civil society and the private sector, within Mauritania for projects in support of Mauritania’s response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Priority Areas Project proposals should focus on the following areas: … [Read more...] about Mauritania: Call for Proposals to Enhance COVID-19 Response 2020

United Kingdom: Friends Provident Foundation’s Developing a Fair Economy Grants Programme

Deadline: 05-Oct-20 The Friends Provident Foundation is seeking applications for its "Developing a Fair Economy Grants Programme".The Programme focuses on making a difference to the lives of the most vulnerable as this is where the flaws in the system are most obvious, not just in terms of … [Read more...] about United Kingdom: Friends Provident Foundation’s Developing a Fair Economy Grants Programme

UfM Grant for Employment Promotion: Regional Response to the COVID-19

Deadline: 29-Oct-20 The UfM Grant Scheme for Employment Promotion: Regional response to the COVID-19 pandemic aims to enable citizens in the region, particularly the Southern and Eastern Mediterranean countries, to mitigate the labor market challenges following COVID-19 outbreak. It reflects the … [Read more...] about UfM Grant for Employment Promotion: Regional Response to the COVID-19

UNCDF seeking Applications for Development of digital savings and credit products in the Democratic Republic of Congo

Deadline: 23-Aug-20 Union Nation Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) invites a legal entity or a partnership of legal entities that can offer innovative and scalable solutions to develop a digital savings and credit product. The project aims to reduce financial exclusion to contribute to the … [Read more...] about UNCDF seeking Applications for Development of digital savings and credit products in the Democratic Republic of Congo

POISE Foundation offering Small Grants to Non-profit Organizations (United States)

Deadline: 23-Aug-20 POISE Foundation provides small grants to nonprofit organizations located in the Pittsburgh Region that provide services to the African American community. Priorities Strengthening Black Families: Programs that create spaces and opportunities for Black families to … [Read more...] about POISE Foundation offering Small Grants to Non-profit Organizations (United States)

U.S. Embassy Brazzaville announces Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Program

Deadline: 30-Sep-20 U.S. Embassy Brazzaville is pleased to announce the availability of funding through the Ambassador's Special Self-Help Program. This is a grass-roots assistance program that supports community-based, economic development projects. Self-Help projects are initiated by local … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Brazzaville announces Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Program

Community Foundation of North Louisiana accepting Applications for Primary Grants 2020

Deadline: 21-Aug-20 The Community Foundation of North Louisiana is currently accepting applications for the Primary Grants 2020. Primary Grants are typically awarded to existing organizations with annual revenue of $250,000 or more. Program Areas The proposed program must align with one of … [Read more...] about Community Foundation of North Louisiana accepting Applications for Primary Grants 2020

U.S. Embassy Mbabane announces American Spaces Eswatini Notice of Funding Opportunity 2020

Deadline: 25-Aug-20 The U.S. Embassy Mbabane Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for non-governmental and non-profit organizations to submit applications to manage the strategic events and programs of the American Spaces in Eswatini … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Mbabane announces American Spaces Eswatini Notice of Funding Opportunity 2020

EU announces CFPs for Enhancing Civil Society Organizations Capacities in Response to COVID-19 in India

Deadline: 01-Sep-20 The European Union (EU) has announced a call for proposals for Enhancing Civil Society Organizations Capacities in Response to COVID-19 in India. Objectives The global objective of this call for proposals is to support Indian CSOs efforts in mitigating the social and … [Read more...] about EU announces CFPs for Enhancing Civil Society Organizations Capacities in Response to COVID-19 in India

The Open Door Grants Program 2020 – United States

Deadline: 10-Sep-20 The Boston Foundation is distributing a portion of its resources via the Open Door Grants program, which responds to expressed opportunities and needs in the communities they serve. They encourage new and existing nonprofit organizations in Greater Boston that are not … [Read more...] about The Open Door Grants Program 2020 – United States

2020 Social Investment Grants Program – Australia

Deadline: 11-Sep-20 Social Investment Grants Program is annual grants administered in conjunction with the Community Enterprise Foundation. The 2020 theme casts the net much wider and encourages all organizations that are ‘building capacity for impact’ to apply. Building capacity of … [Read more...] about 2020 Social Investment Grants Program – Australia

Community Foundation of North Louisiana offering 2nd Round of 2020 Competitive Grants

Deadline: 21-Aug-20 Due to COVID-19, the Community Foundation of North Louisiana (CFNLA) is offering a second round of its 2020 Competitive Grants. Program Areas The proposed program must align with one of the following program areas: Arts Civic Engagement Economic Development … [Read more...] about Community Foundation of North Louisiana offering 2nd Round of 2020 Competitive Grants

2020 Small Organization Grants Program – United States

Deadline: 21-Aug-20 The Community Foundation of North Louisiana is currently seeking applications for the 2020 Small Organization Grants Program. Program Areas The proposed program must align with one of the following Community Foundation program areas: Arts and Culture Civic … [Read more...] about 2020 Small Organization Grants Program – United States

EU4Agri announces Call worth 3 million BAM – Bosnia and Herzegovina

Deadline: 30-Sep-20 European Union project EU4Agri has announced public call to support investments in processing capacities and marketing of agri-food products, thereby also responding to the needs for recovery from the crisis caused by COVID19 pandemic. The project "European Union Support to … [Read more...] about EU4Agri announces Call worth 3 million BAM – Bosnia and Herzegovina

2021 RSVP Competition Notice of Funding Opportunity (United States)

Deadline: 01-Sep-20 The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) is releasing the Fiscal Year 2021 Senior Corps RSVP Competition Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to improve lives, strengthen communities, and foster civic engagement through service and volunteering. Through … [Read more...] about 2021 RSVP Competition Notice of Funding Opportunity (United States)

Bethel Nonprofit Relief and Recovery Grant 2020 – United States

Deadline: 17-Aug-20 The Bethel Community Services Foundation is seeking applications for its Nonprofit Relief and Recovery Grant Program to help meet the needs of repairing the economic damage to Bethel nonprofits caused by the COVID-19 public health emergency. Funding Information A total … [Read more...] about Bethel Nonprofit Relief and Recovery Grant 2020 – United States

Call for Expressions of Interest: Participation in a Pilot support Intervention for Circular Business Practices in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Deadline: 15-Aug-2020 UNDP is inviting all interested companies from Bosnia and Herzegovina to explore the Call for Expressions of Interest to participate in a pilot programme aimed at supporting the private sector to use the economic crisis as an opportunity and reinvent some of their linear … [Read more...] about Call for Expressions of Interest: Participation in a Pilot support Intervention for Circular Business Practices in Bosnia and Herzegovina

UNDP/UN Women seeking Proposals from Civil Society Organizations in Liberia

Deadline: 21-Aug-20 In 2020, the Liberia Multi-partner Trust Fund (LMPTF) approved the joint project “Sustaining Peace and Reconciliation through Strengthening Land Governance and Dispute Resolution Mechanisms”, implemented by UN Women, UNDP and WFP . The project aims to support the … [Read more...] about UNDP/UN Women seeking Proposals from Civil Society Organizations in Liberia

EU announces Call for Proposals for Promoting Capacity Building of Civil Society Organizations – Brazil

Deadline: 15-Sep-20 The European Union (EU) has announced a call for proposals to promote the capacity building of Civil Society Organizations to broaden their role in the public debate and implement initiatives that reinforce participatory democracy and lead to equitable, sustainable and … [Read more...] about EU announces Call for Proposals for Promoting Capacity Building of Civil Society Organizations – Brazil

WAGE announces Call for Proposals “Human Trafficking” – Canada

Deadline: 04-Sep-20 Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE) has announced Call for Proposals to advance equality with respect to sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression through the inclusion of people of all genders, including women, in Canada’s economic, social, and political … [Read more...] about WAGE announces Call for Proposals “Human Trafficking” – Canada

U.S. Embassy in Latvia seeking Proposals for 2020 Small Grants Program

Deadline: 10-Aug-20 The U.S. Embassy in Latvia is seeking proposals for the 2020 Small Grants Program, it was initiated as a flexible mechanism to enable the U.S. Embassy to support initiatives that contribute to more open and competitive political and economic systems and the protection of human … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Latvia seeking Proposals for 2020 Small Grants Program

UNDP seeking Proposals to Strengthen Capacity of Cross-Border Peace Committees (Liberia)

Deadline: 12-Aug-20 UNDP is seeking proposals from qualified CSOs/CBOs to Strengthen the Capacity of Cross-Border Peace Committees (CPCs); Support Cross-Border Women Initiatives, and Organize Sport and Economic Activities in Nimba County. Grant will be awarded to the most technically compliant … [Read more...] about UNDP seeking Proposals to Strengthen Capacity of Cross-Border Peace Committees (Liberia)

Innovate UK: Sustainable Innovation Fund – Round 2

Deadline: 2-Sep-20 Innovate UK, as part of UK Research and Innovation, is investing up to £26 million to fund single and collaborative research and development projects as part of The Sustainable Innovation Fund. The aim of this competition is to help all sectors of the UK rebuild after the … [Read more...] about Innovate UK: Sustainable Innovation Fund – Round 2

UNDP Call for Proposals: Supporting Recovery and Stability in Iraq through Local Development – LOT2

Deadline: 31-May-21 Proposals are invited from CSOs for "Supporting Recovery and Stability in Iraq through Local Development" (SRS-LD) Project which is funded by the European Union and implemented by the UNDP Iraq. It aims to assist the Government of Iraq (GoI) in restoring the legitimacy of … [Read more...] about UNDP Call for Proposals: Supporting Recovery and Stability in Iraq through Local Development – LOT2

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