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British Embassy Ashgabat announces Call for Project Proposals

Deadline: 22-Jun-20 The British Embassy Ashgabat has now opened its call for project proposals for project work in Turkmenistan for the period April 2020 – March 2021. Smaller-scale project proposals are also welcome. An emphasis will be placed on the efforts: Toprevent the penetration of … [Read more...] about British Embassy Ashgabat announces Call for Project Proposals

U.S. Embassy in Latvia: 2020 Small Grant Program

Deadline: 30-Jun-2020 The U.S. Embassy Riga’s Small Grants Program 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 rights. Themes Grants should … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Latvia: 2020 Small Grant Program

Geran Khas Hasanah 2020 Special Grant Program – Malaysia

Deadline: 01-Oct-2020 The Hasanah Foundation, in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance, Malaysia as part of the Economic Stimulus 2020 initiative, has launched a special grant to support social programs to improve the quality of life and restore the group's targeted economy including the … [Read more...] about Geran Khas Hasanah 2020 Special Grant Program – Malaysia

Submit Applications for the European City Facility (EUCF)

Deadline: 02-Oct-2020 Applications are now open for the European City Facility (EUCF), set up under the Horizon 2020 Framework Programme for Research and Innovation of the European Union for providing tailor-made, rapid and simplified financial support (grants of EUR 60,000) and capacity building … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for the European City Facility (EUCF)

U.S. Embassy & Consulate in Portugal announces 2020 Small Grant Program

Deadline: 15-Jul-2020 The U.S. Embassy Lisbon Office of Public Affairs (OPA) 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: OPA invites proposals from individuals, non-governmental … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy & Consulate in Portugal announces 2020 Small Grant Program

British Embassy Kyiv announces Call for Proposals under FCO International Programme COVID-19 Enabling Fund 2020 to 2021

Deadline: 15-Jun-2020 The British Embassy Kyiv administers this support to Ukraine through the International Programme COVID-19 Enabling Fund 2020 to 2021. They invite proposals for project work through civil society organisations as well as government bodies, in all regions of Ukraine, in … [Read more...] about British Embassy Kyiv announces Call for Proposals under FCO International Programme COVID-19 Enabling Fund 2020 to 2021

Embassy of Bulgaria announces Call for Proposals – Armenia

Deadline: 10-Jul-2020 The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Bulgaria through the Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria in the Republic of Armenia has announced a procedure for acceptance and selection of project proposals that will be implemented with grants within the official … [Read more...] about Embassy of Bulgaria announces Call for Proposals – Armenia

EU seeking Proposals to support Tunisian CSOs to Play an Active Role in Local Development

Deadline: 17-Aug-2020 The European Union (EU) has announced a call for proposals to contribute to the sustainable and inclusive economic development of Tunisia, through the support provided to Tunisian CSOs active in the development of the private sector and job creation, so as to improve their … [Read more...] about EU seeking Proposals to support Tunisian CSOs to Play an Active Role in Local Development

British High Commission Call for Project Proposals supporting Covid-19 Response in Malaysia

Deadline: 12-Jun-2020 The British High Commission (BHC) in Kuala Lumpur is inviting project proposals for the 2020/21 International Programme Fund (IPF) to support the Covid-19 response. This call for bids is for project proposals to support the Covid-19 response in Malaysia. They are facing … [Read more...] about British High Commission Call for Project Proposals supporting Covid-19 Response in Malaysia

European Union seeking Proposals to support Civil Society in the Republic of Moldova

Deadline: 19-Jun-2020 The European Union (EU) has announced a Call for Proposals to enable civil society (including local action groups) and young leaders to be active pillars in democracy, community building and policy dialogue related to the Association Agreement (including at local … [Read more...] about European Union seeking Proposals to support Civil Society in the Republic of Moldova

Shock-proofing the Future of Work: Skills Innovation Challenge in Canada

Deadline: 01-Sep-2020 The Shock-proofing the Future of Work: Skills Innovation Challenge invites proposals that will explore and demonstrate ways in which skills innovation can promote resilience and new ways forward in the face of social and economic shocks like COVID-19. Future Skills Centre … [Read more...] about Shock-proofing the Future of Work: Skills Innovation Challenge in Canada

Applications Open for Connellan Airways Trust’s Individual Grant Program (Australia)

Deadline: 15-Aug-2020 Connellan Airways Trust is seeking applications for its Individual Grants Program to assist, support and enable improved social and economic outcomes for people of Outback Australia. These grants were first distributed in 1983 to assist people of all ages in Outback … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Connellan Airways Trust’s Individual Grant Program (Australia)

U.S. Mission to the European Union 2020 Small Grants Program

Deadline: 01-Jul-2020 The U.S. Mission to the European Union, Office of Public Affairs (USEU PA) is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. Purpose of Small Grants: USEU PA invites proposals that strengthen ties between the U.S. and the … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to the European Union 2020 Small Grants Program

British Embassy seeking Applications for COVID-19 Related Activities – Israel

Deadline: 05-Jun-20 The British Embassy in Israel is looking to fund scientific, innovative, economic and social projects. The Embassy is looking to fund one or two projects within an overall budget of up to 350,000 ILS to enable the delivery of small-scale, one-off or exploratory activities … [Read more...] about British Embassy seeking Applications for COVID-19 Related Activities – Israel

Call for Proposals: Strengthening the Capacity of Representatives of Local Governments, Civil Society Organizations & Local Business – Ukraine

Deadline: 10-Jun-2020 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) hereby invites you to submit a Proposal to this Request for Proposal (RFP) for Preparation, organization, and implementation of a number of activities aimed at strengthening the capacity of representatives of local governments … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Strengthening the Capacity of Representatives of Local Governments, Civil Society Organizations & Local Business – Ukraine

Apply Now for Commercialisation Fund for 3rd Level Researchers – Republic of Ireland

Deadline: 03-Jul-2020 Applications are now open for the Commercialisation Fund programme for 3rd Level Researchers. The aim of the Commercialisation Fund programme is to improve the competitiveness of the Irish economy through the creation of technology based start-up companies and the … [Read more...] about Apply Now for Commercialisation Fund for 3rd Level Researchers – Republic of Ireland

U.S. Mission to ASEAN announces 2021 YSEALI Seeds for Future Program

Deadline: 30-Jul-2020 The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Mission to ASEAN (USASEAN) announces an open competition for a cooperative agreement to develop and implement the 2021 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Seeds for the Future small grants program. Program Objectives: … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to ASEAN announces 2021 YSEALI Seeds for Future Program

Danish Refugee Council announces Diaspora Project Support (DiPS) COVID-19 Funding

Deadline: 01-Jul-2020 The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) has announced a call for proposals which will be led and supported by diaspora actors and may focus on: Containing the spread of COVID-19 Supporting communities where COVID-19 has – or is expected to – worsen already strained … [Read more...] about Danish Refugee Council announces Diaspora Project Support (DiPS) COVID-19 Funding

Apply Now for African Women Leadership Fund initiative (AWLF)

Deadline: 30-Jun-2020 The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) and Standard Bank Group are calling on women fund managers across Africa to apply to join the African Women Leadership Fund initiative (AWLF), an innovative impact fund that will provide capital and expertise to … [Read more...] about Apply Now for African Women Leadership Fund initiative (AWLF)

U.S. Embassy in Uganda: 2021 Hubert Humphrey Fellowship Program for Mid-Career Professionals

Deadline: 17-Jul-2020 U.S. Mission Uganda is now accepting applications for the 2021-2022 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program. This fellowship is for mid-career professionals working at the policy level who have a record of leadership and a commitment to public service. Fellows are based at … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Uganda: 2021 Hubert Humphrey Fellowship Program for Mid-Career Professionals

U.S. Mission to Tajikistan announces Increasing Financial Integrity and Strengthening Financial Stability and Inclusion

Deadline: 10 July 2020 The U.S Embassy in Dushanbe, Tajikistan announces a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to help the National Bank of Tajikistan (NBT) continue strengthening its financial oversight of anti-money laundering and combatting the finance of terrorism (AML/CFT) transactions. The … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Tajikistan announces Increasing Financial Integrity and Strengthening Financial Stability and Inclusion

U.S. Embassy in Benin announces 2020 Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund (SSH)

Deadline: 1 July 2020 The Embassy Cotonou is pleased to announce an open competition for organizations to submit applications for a grant from the U.S. Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund (SSH). The SSH program is aimed at assisting Beninese community groups to develop lasting, self sustaining … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Benin announces 2020 Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund (SSH)

United States: Light A Single Candle Foundation Grant Program

Deadline: 27 June 2020 Light A Single Candle is seeking applications for its Grant Program 2020. The Light A Single Candle is a private foundation dedicated to the relief of poverty through effective partnerships that target: Food support, food security and food sustainability … [Read more...] about United States: Light A Single Candle Foundation Grant Program

U.S. Embassy Singapore Annual Program Statement 2020

Deadline: 4 September 2020 U.S. Embassy Singapore is pleased to announce funding opportunities through its public diplomacy grants program. Each year, the U.S. Embassy awards a limited number of grants to support activities and exchanges linking the United States and Singapore with the aim of … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Singapore Annual Program Statement 2020

U.S. Mission to Serbia announces 2020 Annual Program Statement

Deadline: 31 August 2020 The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Belgrade is pleased to announce this call for proposals in support of projects and activities funded through Public Diplomacy Small Grants. Program Objectives: The purpose of APS-funded projects is to strengthen … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Serbia announces 2020 Annual Program Statement

ACF seeking Applications for Social and Economic Development Strategies – Growing Organizations in United States

Deadline: 13 July 2020 The Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Administration for Native Americans (ANA) announces the availability of fiscal year (FY) 2020 funds for projects under the Social and Economic Development Strategies for Growing Organizations (SEDS-GO) program. This FOA … [Read more...] about ACF seeking Applications for Social and Economic Development Strategies – Growing Organizations in United States

German Marshall Fund of the United States announces Policy Designers Network Fellowship Program 2020

Deadline: 4 July 2020 The German Marshall Fund of the United States is seeking applications for its Policy Designers Network Fellowship Program to bring together young policy professionals from Armenia, Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine to advance democracy and economic development, to expand their … [Read more...] about German Marshall Fund of the United States announces Policy Designers Network Fellowship Program 2020

UNEP Call for Proposals: Regional Circular Economy Studies in Electronics Sector

Deadline: 29 May 2020 UNEP is looking for 2 Implementing Partners to develop regional circular economy studies in the electronics sector (one for Latin America and the Caribbean, and one for Central and Eastern Europe). This task is mandated under the UNEP project entitled “Global best … [Read more...] about UNEP Call for Proposals: Regional Circular Economy Studies in Electronics Sector

U.S. Embassy in Brazil announces Annual Program Statement 2020

Deadline: 15 August 2020 The Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Consulate General in São Paulo (PAS) is pleased to announce its Annual Program Statement (APS). PAS invites proposals for projects that strengthen ties between the United States and Brazil, through academic, cultural, and exchange … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Brazil announces Annual Program Statement 2020

Robert R. Mccormick Foundation inviting Applications for 2020 Communities Grant – United States

Deadline: 8 June 2020 Robert R. Mccormick Foundation is currently accepting applications for the 2020 Communities Grant. Focus Areas Education The Foundation invests in strategies that promote equitable access to high-quality education so that young people are prepared to succeed in … [Read more...] about Robert R. Mccormick Foundation inviting Applications for 2020 Communities Grant – United States

UNDP inviting NGOs/CSOs for Managing Small Grants Programme in Ukraine

Deadline: 28 May 2020 UNDP announced the present Call for Proposal for Engaging an NGO/CSO as as a Responsible Party for managing small grants programme for business start-up. This Call for Proposals (CFP) is specifically related to the UN Recovery and Peacebuilding Programme (UN RPP). UN … [Read more...] about UNDP inviting NGOs/CSOs for Managing Small Grants Programme in Ukraine

Call for Grant Applications for Public Diplomacy Small Grant Program 2020 – Indonesia

Deadline: 31 July 2020 The U.S. Embassy Jakarta 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 Jakarta invites proposals for projects that strengthen … [Read more...] about Call for Grant Applications for Public Diplomacy Small Grant Program 2020 – Indonesia

U.S. Embassy Dili, Timor-Leste announces YSEALI Blue Economy Regional Workshop 2020

Deadline: 22 June 2020 The Public Affairs Section of U.S. Embassy Dili, Timor-Leste announces an open competition for a cooperative agreement to develop and implement a Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Regional Workshop that strengthens Southeast Asia’s blue economy, in Dili, … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Dili, Timor-Leste announces YSEALI Blue Economy Regional Workshop 2020

ENI CBC Med Programme launches Call for Proposals “€11 million to finance capitalisation projects”

Deadline: 28 July 2020 The Managing Authority is pleased to announce that the third call for proposals: €11 million to finance capitalisation projects. The European Neighbourhood Policy (ENP) is a key part of the European Union's foreign policy. It aims at developing a special relationship … [Read more...] about ENI CBC Med Programme launches Call for Proposals “€11 million to finance capitalisation projects”

FinTech Innovation Challenge 2020: Providing Unbanked and Underserved Women with Access Financial Services

Deadline: 15 June 2020 1 billion women around the world do not have access to financial services, and there is a 9% gender gap in financial access across emerging markets. Furthermore, women are particularly vulnerable to global health and economic shocks, increasing the need to support their … [Read more...] about FinTech Innovation Challenge 2020: Providing Unbanked and Underserved Women with Access Financial Services

EU announces Call for Proposals to support Economic Growth in North Macedonia

Deadline: 5 August 2020 The European Union (EU) has announced a Call for Proposals for Economic Growth. Objectives of the Programme and Priority Issues The global objective of this call for proposals is: To support start-ups and SMEs in selected less-developed regions of the country to … [Read more...] about EU announces Call for Proposals to support Economic Growth in North Macedonia

DOST-PCIEERD announces 2020 Call for Proposals – Philippines

Deadline: 31 May 2020 The Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (PCIEERD) of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is ready to accept research and development (R&D)/Science and Technology (S&T) proposals for 2021. This Call … [Read more...] about DOST-PCIEERD announces 2020 Call for Proposals – Philippines

Applications Open for Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Benin

Deadline: 29 May 2020 The Embassy of Canada to Benin 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 Applications Open for Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Benin

COVID-19 Programme Call for Proposals “Societal Dynamics” – The Netherlands

Deadline: 25 May 2020 The Dutch Research Council (NWO) has announced a call for proposals “Societal dynamics” within the COVID-19 Programme. Consortia, research groups and independent researchers from several disciplines can submit ideas for research aimed at the societal effects of the … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Programme Call for Proposals “Societal Dynamics” – The Netherlands

Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Guyana and Suriname

Deadline: 22 May 2020 The High Commission of Canada in Guyana and Suriname has launched 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 Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Guyana and Suriname

European Patent Office announces Academic Research Grant Programme

Deadline: 16 June 2020 The EPO is pleased to announce a new call for proposals for funding under its Academic Research Programme. The European Patent Office (EPO) recognises the importance of high-quality research on patent-related intellectual property (IP) matters to inform policymakers and … [Read more...] about European Patent Office announces Academic Research Grant Programme

Facebook seeking Proposals for Economic Impact of Digital Technologies – United States

Deadline: 20 May 2020 Facebook is issuing a call for academic research proposals as part of its pledge to contribute $1 million to research that addresses the economic impact of digital technologies, including new tools that enable commercial opportunities. As progress in digital technology … [Read more...] about Facebook seeking Proposals for Economic Impact of Digital Technologies – United States

U.S. Embassy Burkina PAS Annual Program Statement 2020

Deadline: 30 May 2020 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 Annual Program Statement 2020

Philadelphia COVID-19 Community Information Fund 2020

Deadline: 18 May 2020 The Philadelphia COVID-19 Community Information Fund was created by The Independence Public Media Foundation (IPMF), The Lenfest Institute for Journalism, The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, and The Knight-Lenfest Local News Transformation Fund … [Read more...] about Philadelphia COVID-19 Community Information Fund 2020

YSEALI Regional Workshop: Enhancing Digital Connectivity for All

Deadline: 30 July 2020 The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy of Kuala Lumpur announces an open competition for a cooperative agreement to develop, implement and organize a three-day Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Regional Workshop in Malaysia to enhance digital … [Read more...] about YSEALI Regional Workshop: Enhancing Digital Connectivity for All

U.S. Mission to South Africa: Annual Program Statement 2020

Deadline: 15 August 2020 The U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Section (PAS) in Cape Town is soliciting proposals for small grants from non-profit institutions, non-governmental organizations, or nonprofit private or public academic institutions. The purpose of this small grants program is to … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to South Africa: Annual Program Statement 2020

USAID announces Innovation-Based Economic Development and Private Sector Growth in Belarus (INNOVATE) Activity

Deadline: 8 June 2020 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), through the Regional Contracting Office in Kyiv, Ukraine is seeking applications from qualified U.S. or Non-U.S. non-profit or for-profit Non Governmental Organizations (NGOs), and other qualified non-USG … [Read more...] about USAID announces Innovation-Based Economic Development and Private Sector Growth in Belarus (INNOVATE) Activity

BACID Fund announces Third Call for Proposals 2020

Deadline: 15 June 2020 The third and final Call for Proposals under the second phase of the BACID programme has been launched. The first programme component, the BACID Fund is designed as a grant scheme which provides funding for know-how transfer actions implemented by Austrian institutions … [Read more...] about BACID Fund announces Third Call for Proposals 2020

U.S. Mission to Serbia announces Democracy Commission Small Grants 2020

Deadline: 24 May 2020 The U.S. Embassy Belgrade announces an open competition for local, non-profit civil society or non-governmental organizations (CSOs or NGOs) and independent media outlets to submit applications to take part in the Democracy Commission Small Grants program in … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Serbia announces Democracy Commission Small Grants 2020

U.S. Embassy Angola PAS Annual Program Statement 2020

Deadline: 30 August 2020 The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Angola is pleased to request proposals for funding under the Embassy’s Public Diplomacy Grants program. Purpose of Grant: Local grants are intended for non-governmental organizations (NGOs), think tanks, and … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Angola PAS Annual Program Statement 2020

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