Deadline: 26 September 2019 The United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women)/Liberia is seeking proposals for its program entitled “Spotlight Initiative Pillar 3 Economic Empowerment For Traditional Practitioners". The European Union (EU) and the United … [Read more...] about UN Women/Liberia: Spotlight Initiative Pillar 3 Economic Empowerment For Traditional Practitioners
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.
UNDP announces Call for Proposals to Support Entrepreneurship in Belarus
Deadline: 30 September 2019 Project “Support to Economic Development at the Local Level in the Republic of Belarus”, funded by the European Union and implemented by the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) in partnership with the Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Belarus, has announced … [Read more...] about UNDP announces Call for Proposals to Support Entrepreneurship in Belarus
Project Grants Program to Provide Financial, Intellectual or Logistical Support
Deadline: 4 November 2019 Checkpoint Charlie Foundation is inviting applicants for its Project Grants program to provide financial, intellectual and/or logistical support to bilateral exchange and engagement projects between Berlin and the United States of America. The Checkpoint Charlie … [Read more...] about Project Grants Program to Provide Financial, Intellectual or Logistical Support
A Grand Challenge on “Voices for Economic” open for NGOs & Individuals in the United States
Deadline: 13 November 2019 The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, in collaboration with the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, the W.K. Kellogg Foundation and the Raikes Foundation, is seeking proposals to build on the understanding of poverty gleaned from the U.S. Partnership on Mobility from … [Read more...] about A Grand Challenge on “Voices for Economic” open for NGOs & Individuals in the United States
Submit Expressions of Interest (EOI) for Partnerships with UN Women Fiji MCO
Deadline: 29 September 2019 This call for Expressions of Interest from (CSO) civil society organisation partners seeks to pre-select partners for the 2020-2022 programming period from all Pacific countries listed below. Any registered CSO (national, regional or international), working in the … [Read more...] about Submit Expressions of Interest (EOI) for Partnerships with UN Women Fiji MCO
Calling CSOs to support Youth’s and Women’s Economic Empowerment and Start-up Entrepreneurship in Libya
Deadline: 2 October 2019 This project funded by the European Union is implanted by Expertise France with a close cooperation of the Ministry of Planning. The Ministry of Planning is strongly involved in empowering the Civil Society Organizations to disseminate the entrepreneurship culture within … [Read more...] about Calling CSOs to support Youth’s and Women’s Economic Empowerment and Start-up Entrepreneurship in Libya
UKRI GCRF seeking Applications for Digital Innovation for Development in Africa
Deadline: 12 November 2019 The UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF) is seeking applications for Digital Innovation for Development in Africa (DIDA). Digital research and innovation for development promotes the use of digital technologies as a democratised … [Read more...] about UKRI GCRF seeking Applications for Digital Innovation for Development in Africa
SCCF Capacity Development Grants of up to £100,000 for UK Registered Organisations
Deadline: 28 November 2019 The Department for International Development (DFID) is offering new grants for organizations with the ability to build the capacity of small British charities working in international development. DFID is looking for innovative, evidence-based and ambitious proposals … [Read more...] about SCCF Capacity Development Grants of up to £100,000 for UK Registered Organisations
Applications Open for Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity Programme
Deadline: 22 October 2019 Are you a change-maker committed to fighting inequality? Do you want to learn from scholars, innovators, activists and social change organisations, and the latest academic research and expert insights on inequalities? If Yes, then apply for the Atlantic Fellows for … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity Programme
Funding Call for Behavioral Economics to support Poverty, Inequality and Mobility
Deadline: 26 November 2019 The Russell Sage Foundation (RSF) is seeking a letter of inquiries (LOIs) for its program entitled “Behavioral Economics” that support novel research that uses insights and methods from psychology, economics, sociology, political science and other social sciences to … [Read more...] about Funding Call for Behavioral Economics to support Poverty, Inequality and Mobility
2020 Asia Foundation Development Fellows Program to Enhance Leadership Skills & International Exposure
Deadline: 7 October 2019 The Asia Foundation is seeking applications for its 2020 Development Fellows Program in order to enhance leadership skills, Asian development knowledge, professional networks, and international exposure for Asian professionals. The program reflects the Foundation’s … [Read more...] about 2020 Asia Foundation Development Fellows Program to Enhance Leadership Skills & International Exposure
Grant to Support Family Farming, Regional Markets and Cross Border Trade Corridors (FARM-TRAC) in the Sahel
Deadline: 16 September 2019 Through this call for proposals, IFAD will contribute to promote an inclusive territorial development approach to generate sustainable economic and social growth, support job creation for women and youth, improved nutrition, and climate-resilient agricultural … [Read more...] about Grant to Support Family Farming, Regional Markets and Cross Border Trade Corridors (FARM-TRAC) in the Sahel
Spotlight Initiative to empower Women in Zimbabwe
Deadline: 30 August 2019 The European (EU) and the United Nations (UN) launched a global partnership- the Spotlight Initiative (SI) to eliminate all forms of violence against women and girls. The Spotlight Initiative (SI) aims at mobilizing commitment of political leaders working in … [Read more...] about Spotlight Initiative to empower Women in Zimbabwe
USAID-Kampala: Uganda Biodiversity for Resilience Activity Program
Deadline: 5 September 2019 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission to Uganda(USAID/Uganda) is seeking applications from qualified entities to implement theUSAID/Uganda Biodiversity For Resilience Activity. The goal of the USAID/Uganda Biodiversity for Resilience … [Read more...] about USAID-Kampala: Uganda Biodiversity for Resilience Activity Program
Tackling Tough Times Together Round 15 for Grassroots and Community-led Initiatives in Australia
Deadline: 24 October 2019 Please Note: EOIs for the $150K tier must be received by 10 Sept 2019. The Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal (FRRR) has launched its Round 15 of Tackling Tough Times Together program to give drought affected communities across rural, regional and remote … [Read more...] about Tackling Tough Times Together Round 15 for Grassroots and Community-led Initiatives in Australia
Kindness & Leadership 2019 Campaign for Leaders based in the UK
Deadline: 2 September 2019 Kindness & Leadership 2019 Campaign opens to recognise the contribution of kind leaders to business, the economy and society. This campaign will showcase 50 leaders building a new status quo, impacting others through kindness. It will share their stories and … [Read more...] about Kindness & Leadership 2019 Campaign for Leaders based in the UK
The Hague Academy for Local Governance announces Course on “Local Economic Development” (September 21 – October 2, 2020)
Deadline: 16 August 2020 The Hague Academy for Local Governance is seeking applications for its Local Economic Development course which will take place in The Hague from 21 September to 2 October 2020. This practice-oriented course focuses on strengthening the economic capacity of local and … [Read more...] about The Hague Academy for Local Governance announces Course on “Local Economic Development” (September 21 – October 2, 2020)
Scholarships available to attend Short Courses at The Hague Academy (Netherlands)
Short courses are an excellent way to fill gaps in your professional knowledge and to enable yourself with valuable skills. These can be a smart but powerful additions to your vocational expertise. Every year, the Hague Academy for Local Governance opens various courses to explore strategies and … [Read more...] about Scholarships available to attend Short Courses at The Hague Academy (Netherlands)
The Hague Academy for Local Governance announces Online Course – Inclusive Local Economic Development (7 October – 17 November 2019)
Deadline: 29 September 2019 The Hague Academy for Local Governance has announced an Online Course – Inclusive Local Economic Development which will take place online from 7 October to 17 November 2019. This six-week, practice-oriented, and expert-led online course will explore strategies and … [Read more...] about The Hague Academy for Local Governance announces Online Course – Inclusive Local Economic Development (7 October – 17 November 2019)
The Hague Academy for Local Governance announces Course on “Fiscal Decentralisation and Local Finance” (10 – 21 February 2020)
Deadline: 4 January 2020 The Hague Academy for Local Governance has announced a “Fiscal Decentralisation and Local Finance” course which will take place in The Hague from 10 to 21 February 2020. How a country organises its public finances forms the basis for how local authorities govern … [Read more...] about The Hague Academy for Local Governance announces Course on “Fiscal Decentralisation and Local Finance” (10 – 21 February 2020)
Money Trail Working Grant for Journalists based in Africa, Asia and Europe
Deadline: 24 September 2019 In Money Trail, Journalismfund.eu offers working grants for African, Asian and European journalists to investigate cross-border illicit financial flows, tax abuse and corruption in Africa, Asia and Europe. Grants are awarded to journalists solely by … [Read more...] about Money Trail Working Grant for Journalists based in Africa, Asia and Europe
Ethiopian Diaspora Trust Fund announces Call for Project Proposals
Deadline: 16 September 2019 The Ethiopian Diaspora Trust Fund (EDTF) has announced the first ‘Call for Project Proposals’ under the theme ‘Ethiopian Diaspora – Partnership to Improve Social and Economic Wellbeing of Ethiopians in Need’. Priority Areas and Objectives Proposed projects should … [Read more...] about Ethiopian Diaspora Trust Fund announces Call for Project Proposals
TRASC 2 – ‘Europe – What Next? Transformational Leadership and Confidence Building for Young Professionals
Deadline: 26 August 2019 The Georgian Institute for Strategic Studies (GISS) in cooperation with Collegium Civitas (Warsaw, Poland), with funding from Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation is inviting applications for implementing a project titled: “TRASC 2 - ‘Europe – What Next? … [Read more...] about TRASC 2 – ‘Europe – What Next? Transformational Leadership and Confidence Building for Young Professionals
USAID Social Cohesion and Reconciliation (SCORE) Annual Program Statement – Sri Lanka
Deadline: 28 August 2019 The Annual Program Statement (APS) is seeking applications for interventions that seek to transform relationships from the community to the national government level, to build horizontal and vertical social capital and foster the capacity to leverage that social capital … [Read more...] about USAID Social Cohesion and Reconciliation (SCORE) Annual Program Statement – Sri Lanka
U.S. Embassy Singapore: Alumni Community Project Fund (ACPF) 2019
Deadline: 15 August 2019 U.S. Embassy Singapore Public Affairs Section (PAS) has announced a funding opportunity through its Alumni Community Project Fund (ACPF) 2019. This year, subject to the availability of funding, PAS will award a limited number of small grants of up to US$25,000 to teams … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Singapore: Alumni Community Project Fund (ACPF) 2019
Submit Proposals on Generating Evidence to Improve Women’s Economic Empowerment in India
Deadline: 30 July 2019 Organizations are invited to submit proposals on generating evidence for what works to improve women’s economic empowerment in India. This RFP is designed with the objective of supplementing government efforts at generating data as well as promote evidence for policy uptake … [Read more...] about Submit Proposals on Generating Evidence to Improve Women’s Economic Empowerment in India
Competitive Funds for Development Projects implemented in Peru and Bolivia
Deadline: 11 August 2019 The Embassy of Australia has announced the opening of the Call for Direct Aid Program (DAP) 2019-2020. The DAP is a program of competitive funds for development projects implemented in Peru and Bolivia by civil society organizations, multilateral organizations and … [Read more...] about Competitive Funds for Development Projects implemented in Peru and Bolivia
Submit Proposals for Young Pacific Leaders Conference 2019/2020
Deadline: 30 August 2019 U.S. Embassy New Zealand has announced an open competition for organizations interested in submitting proposals to organize a comprehensive program designed to provide emerging Pacific leaders with the skills and knowledge they need to become leaders in the region’s … [Read more...] about Submit Proposals for Young Pacific Leaders Conference 2019/2020
Grants to Promote the Benefits of U.S. Economic Engagement in Indonesia
Deadline: 22 July 2019 The U.S. Embassy in Jakarta, Indonesia has announced an open competition for organizations to submit applications to design and execute a program promoting the benefits of U.S. economic engagement in Indonesia. The project will be used to tell a compelling story of how … [Read more...] about Grants to Promote the Benefits of U.S. Economic Engagement in Indonesia
Embassy of Canada to Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan launches Canada Fund for Local Initiatives
Deadline: 31 July 2019 The Embassy of Canada to Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan 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 … [Read more...] about Embassy of Canada to Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan launches Canada Fund for Local Initiatives
National Geographic Society announces Early Career Grants
Deadline: 9 October 2019 The National Geographic Society’s Early Career Grants which are designed to offer less experienced individuals an opportunity to lead a project. Focus Area National Geographic Society–funded projects should be bold, innovative, and transformative. All proposed … [Read more...] about National Geographic Society announces Early Career Grants
AI for Earth Innovation Program: Funding Available
Deadline: 9 October 2019 The National Geographic Society and Microsoft’s AI for Earth program is inviting applications from all over the world to support novel projects that create and deploy AI tools to improve the way they monitor, model, and ultimately manage Earth’s natural systems for a more … [Read more...] about AI for Earth Innovation Program: Funding Available
MAJALAT Initiative to Create and Promote a Space of Constructive Dialogue between Civil Society Organizations
Deadline: 31 July 2019 This call for proposal is part of the MAJALAT initiative, whose objective is to create and promote a space of constructive dialogue between civil society organizations, trade unions, social movements and universities from the southern Mediterranean and the European Union to … [Read more...] about MAJALAT Initiative to Create and Promote a Space of Constructive Dialogue between Civil Society Organizations
European Commission: Promoting Educational Frame Work to Social Economy
Deadline: 26 September 2019 European Commission has launched calls for proposals to promote growth and to strengthen the competitiveness and sustainability of enterprises in the European Union. The present "Social Economy Missions" call for proposals will support social economy consortia to … [Read more...] about European Commission: Promoting Educational Frame Work to Social Economy
U.S. Embassy Nouakchott – PGO Annual Program Statement
Deadline: 3 September 2019 The U.S. Embassy in Mauritania has announced that it is accepting proposals – pending funding availability – through its Program and Grants Office (PGO). Program Description Special Self Help: The purpose of the small grants program is to award a limited … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Nouakchott – PGO Annual Program Statement
Call for Proposals: Sustainable And Inclusive Rural Economic Development – Kosovo
Deadline: 31 July 2019 The Austrian Development Agency (ADA) is currently inviting eligible organizations to submit project proposals for its program entitled “Sustainable and Inclusive Rural Economic Development – Kosovo”. The objective of this call for proposals is “Poverty and exclusion in … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Sustainable And Inclusive Rural Economic Development – Kosovo
2019 EESC Civil Society Prize: Rewarding Excellence in Civil Society Initiatives
Deadline: 6 September 2019 The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) is seeking applications for its 2019 Civil Society Prize to reward innovative initiatives carried out by civil society organisations and/or individuals on the territory of the EU which aim to raise awareness of and fight … [Read more...] about 2019 EESC Civil Society Prize: Rewarding Excellence in Civil Society Initiatives
Blue Growth Innovation and SMEs Programme is now open for Applications
Deadline: 30 September 2019 Applications are now open for Blue Growth Innovation and SMEs Programme Portugal which is a business development programme with the main objective of increasing value creation and sustainable growth in the Portuguese blue economy. The Programme is part of the EEA Grants … [Read more...] about Blue Growth Innovation and SMEs Programme is now open for Applications
UNU-WIDER Request for Research Proposal: Regional Growth and Development for Southern Africa’s Prosperity
Deadline: 21 July 2019 The United Nations University World Institute for Development Economics Research (UNU-WIDER), together with SA-TIED partners the National Treasury of the Republic of South Africa (NT) and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) are inviting proposals from qualified … [Read more...] about UNU-WIDER Request for Research Proposal: Regional Growth and Development for Southern Africa’s Prosperity
Small Grant Program to support CSOs and NGOs of Netherlands
Deadline: 1 October 2019 The U.S. Embassy The Hague Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Department of State has announced funding is available through the Embassy’s public diplomacy grants program. Grants are intended for local representatives of civil society, including non-governmental … [Read more...] about Small Grant Program to support CSOs and NGOs of Netherlands
U.S. Embassy Suva announces Public Diplomacy Small Grant Program
Deadline: 30 September 2019 The Public Diplomacy Section at the U.S. Embassy Suva has announced a Public Diplomacy Small Grant Program. The grant proposals must benefit Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, Tonga or Tuvalu and address one of the Public Diplomacy Initiatives or Embassy Goals listed … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Suva announces Public Diplomacy Small Grant Program
Woodroffe Benton Foundation Grants to Support Charitable Organizations based in the UK
Deadline: 25 September 2019 The Woodroffe Benton Foundation is accepting applications from the registered UK charities for its small grants program. Focus Areas The Foundation provides grants to officially recognised charitable organisations within the United Kingdom only in respect of: … [Read more...] about Woodroffe Benton Foundation Grants to Support Charitable Organizations based in the UK
Entries now Open for 2019 Eco Warrior Award for Kenya
Deadline: 9 August 2019 Entries are now open for the 2019 Eco Warrior Award to recognise and celebrate best practices in sustainable tourism within Kenya’s tourism industry. It aims to highlight achievements and exceptional innovations made by different players in the tourism industry to … [Read more...] about Entries now Open for 2019 Eco Warrior Award for Kenya
Jewish Helping Hands launches 2020 Tikkun Olam Grant Program
Deadline: 16 September 2019 Jewish Helping Hands has launched its 2020 Tikkun Olam Grant Program to advance their goal of inspiring and supporting tzedakah, justice and righteousness, throughout the world. The goal is to help vulnerable populations in the United States and abroad through a … [Read more...] about Jewish Helping Hands launches 2020 Tikkun Olam Grant Program
United States Embassy Algiers announces “Improving Fiscal Transparency in Algeria” Program
Deadline: 3 August 2019 The U.S. Embassy Algiers of the U.S. Department of State has announced an open competition for organizations to submit applications for its “Improving Fiscal Transparency in Algeria” to create a digital platform that obtains and aggregates data on all aspects of the … [Read more...] about United States Embassy Algiers announces “Improving Fiscal Transparency in Algeria” Program
Call for Nominations: ASEAN Youth Eco-Champions Award 2019
Deadline: 15 July 2019 Nominations are now open for "ASEAN Youth Eco-champions Award" to recognise outstanding youth individuals who have made significant contributions to protecting the environment. Award Categories There are two categories based on age: Junior Category (Aged 18-25) … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: ASEAN Youth Eco-Champions Award 2019
IIDEA inviting Organizations with Innovative Projects
Deadline: 30 July 2019 The Incubator for Integration and Development in East Africa (IIDEA)is inviting organizations with innovative projects and the capacity to implement them to submit their applications for support, in particular projects in the following areas: Health, Innovation in ICT, … [Read more...] about IIDEA inviting Organizations with Innovative Projects
British Embassy in Asunción accepting Project Proposals for 2019/2020
Deadline: 19 July 2019 The British Embassy in Asunción is now accepting project proposals for the 2019/2020 financial year (26 August 2019 – 20 December 2019). Thematic Areas They are particularly interested in projects proposals focused on the following thematic areas of work: … [Read more...] about British Embassy in Asunción accepting Project Proposals for 2019/2020
Submit Proposals for “Empowering Economies through Innovation: Building Capacity for Indo-U.S. Joint Research”
Deadline: 31 July 2019 The U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Section in New Delhi is seeking proposals from legally-recognized non-profit, non-governmental organizations that meet the U.S. and Indian technical and legal requirements to develop and implement public diplomacy program “Empowering … [Read more...] about Submit Proposals for “Empowering Economies through Innovation: Building Capacity for Indo-U.S. Joint Research”
Request for Applications for Citizens’ Institute on Rural Design- United States
Deadline: 22 July 2019 The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) and the Housing Assistance Council (HAC), with buildingcommunityWORKSHOP ([bc]) has announced the Request for Applications to the Citizens’ Institute on Rural Design (CIRD). The CIRD is focusing on communities with populations of … [Read more...] about Request for Applications for Citizens’ Institute on Rural Design- United States















