Deadline: 30 May 2018 The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) is currently seeking applications for IDRC Doctoral Research Awards. Scope IDRC has helped graduate students undertake thesis research in the field of international development since 1982. IDRC Doctoral Research Awards are … [Read more...] about Apply for IDRC Doctoral Research Awards 2018!
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.
William T. Grants Foundation: Seeking Applications for its Research Grants
Deadline: 1 August 2018 William T. Grants Foundation is seeking applications for its Research Grants which support high-quality field-initiated studies that are relevant to policies and practices that affect the lives of young people ages 5 to 25 in the United States. The Foundation invests … [Read more...] about William T. Grants Foundation: Seeking Applications for its Research Grants
U.S. Embassy in Denmark: Partnership for Change Grant
Deadline: 31 May 2018 The U.S. Embassy Copenhagen has announced an open competition for organizations and individuals to submit applications to support a program or project to promote public-private partnerships or entrepreneurship mentoring or other initiatives that drive economic growth and … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Denmark: Partnership for Change Grant
Dining for Women Grant: Fostering Good Health, Education and Economic Self-Sufficiency in Developing Countries
Deadline: 24 April 2018 Dining for Women is seeking LOIs for its grant program to support grassroots international organizations empowering women and girls living in extreme poverty. The foundation funds projects that foster good health, education, and economic self-sufficiency in developing … [Read more...] about Dining for Women Grant: Fostering Good Health, Education and Economic Self-Sufficiency in Developing Countries
Embassy of Canada to Serbia, Macedonia and Montenegro: 2018 Canada Fund for Local Initiatives
Deadline: 29 April 2018 The Embassy of Canada to Serbia, Macedonia and Montenegro is seeking proposals for its 2018 Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). The CFLI finances small projects which enhance the democratic, economic, cultural, and social life of the people of Serbia, Macedonia and … [Read more...] about Embassy of Canada to Serbia, Macedonia and Montenegro: 2018 Canada Fund for Local Initiatives
African Union Commission: Seeking Applications for Sixth Congress of African Economists
Deadline: 30 June 2018 The African Union Commission (AUC), through the Department of Economic Affairs is seeking applications for its Sixth Congress of African Economists which aims to analyze economic issues that are critical to Africa’s economic and social transformation in order to design and … [Read more...] about African Union Commission: Seeking Applications for Sixth Congress of African Economists
Netherlands, World Bank signs MoU to strengthen Management of Public Resources in Libya
A Memorandum of Understanding has been signed by the Minister for Foreign Trade and Cooperation of Netherlands, Ms. Sigrid Kaag and Acting Bank Group Libya Country Manager, Mr. Michael Schaeffer, which expresses the intention of the Netherlands and the World Bank Group to support the Government of … [Read more...] about Netherlands, World Bank signs MoU to strengthen Management of Public Resources in Libya
IFRA-Nairobi: Call for Applications for Fieldwork Grants 2018
Deadline: 15 April 2018 The French Institute for Research in Africa (IFRA-Nairobi) is currently inviting masters and doctoral students for its Fieldwork Grants 2018 to conduct their research in one of the five East African countries covered by the Institute: Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Burundi and … [Read more...] about IFRA-Nairobi: Call for Applications for Fieldwork Grants 2018
Russell Sage Foundation Grants: The Social, Economic and Political Effects of the Affordable Care Act
Deadline: 20 August 2018 The Russell Sage Foundation is seeking applications for its program entitled “The Social, Economic, and Political Effects of the Affordable Care Act” with the goal of increasing access to health insurance, enhancing the quality of care and moderating the growth in … [Read more...] about Russell Sage Foundation Grants: The Social, Economic and Political Effects of the Affordable Care Act
Russell Sage Foundation’s Social Inequality Grants Program: Supporting Innovative Research on Economic Inequality
Deadline: 20 August 2018 The Russell Sage Foundation is currently seeking Letters of Inquiry for its program on Social Inequality supports innovative research on whether rising economic inequality has affected social, political, and economic institutions, and the extent to which increased … [Read more...] about Russell Sage Foundation’s Social Inequality Grants Program: Supporting Innovative Research on Economic Inequality
Ashoka Africa: Seeking Applications for its Ashoka Social Investment Accelerator
Deadline: 21 May 2018 Are you a social enterprise and are you looking to raise investments for the first time? Are you based in North, East or Southern Africa? Join 6 months Ashoka Social Investment Accelerator by Ashoka Africa, designed to support social entrepreneurs! The aim of the … [Read more...] about Ashoka Africa: Seeking Applications for its Ashoka Social Investment Accelerator
EU Call for Proposals: Enhance Local Authorities’ Contributions to Governance and Development Processes
Deadline: 17 May 2018 The European Union (EU) is currently accepting proposals from eligible organisations for a program entitled “Enhance Local Authorities' Contributions to Governance and Development Processes" to promote inclusive and sustainable growth in rural areas of Kyrgyzstan. The … [Read more...] about EU Call for Proposals: Enhance Local Authorities’ Contributions to Governance and Development Processes
U.S. Embassy New Zealand, PAS: Public Diplomacy Grants Program
Deadline: 1 August 2018 The U.S. Embassy New Zealand Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is seeking Statement of Interest (SOI) for its Public Diplomacy Grants Program that strengthen security and military cooperation and coordination, promote the mutual benefits of … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy New Zealand, PAS: Public Diplomacy Grants Program
Submit Applications for European Social Innovation Competition!
Deadline: 27 April 2018 The European Commission is seeking applications for its European Social Innovation Competition that is a challenge prize run by the European Commission across all Horizon 2020 associated countries. The Competition aims at stimulating social innovation's potential to provide … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for European Social Innovation Competition!
Russell Sage Foundation: Seeking LOIs for Future of Work Program
Deadline: 20 August 2018 The Russell Sage Foundation is seeking letter of inquiries for its Future of Work Program that support innovative research on the causes and consequences of changes in the quality of jobs for less- and moderately-skilled workers and their families. The Program seeks … [Read more...] about Russell Sage Foundation: Seeking LOIs for Future of Work Program
Russell Sage Foundation: Seeking LOIs for Behavioral Economics
Deadline: 24 May 2018 The Russell Sage Foundation is seeking letter of inquiries for its program entitled "Behavioral Economics" that support innovative research that uses behavioral insights from psychology and other social sciences to examine and improve social and living conditions in the United … [Read more...] about Russell Sage Foundation: Seeking LOIs for Behavioral Economics
Govt of Italy, UNICEF Holds Positive Peace Workshops for Libyan Youth
For over the next four weeks, 180 Libyan youth will participate in workshops for promoting Positive Peace, started on 19 March 2018 and organised by UNICEF and the Institute of Economics and Peace through funding from the Government of Italy. Based on the Institute of Economics and Peace’s [IEP] … [Read more...] about Govt of Italy, UNICEF Holds Positive Peace Workshops for Libyan Youth
Apply for Comic Relief’s ‘Branching Out: Financial Inclusion at the Margins’ Program!
Deadline: 30 March 2018 As part of a new partnership, Comic Relief and Jersey Overseas Aid, are seeking proposals for a program entitled “Branching Out: Financial Inclusion at the Margins” aimed at bringing about genuine financial inclusion for those at the margins in Rwanda, Zambia, and Sierra … [Read more...] about Apply for Comic Relief’s ‘Branching Out: Financial Inclusion at the Margins’ Program!
Lyford Cay Foundations Grants: Community Building through Transformative Learning
Deadline: 1 April 2018 The Lyford Cay Foundations is offering grants to the local non-profit community who work tirelessly to help those most in need throughout The Bahamas. As one of the few grant making organisations in the country, they invest in initiatives that provide access to traditional … [Read more...] about Lyford Cay Foundations Grants: Community Building through Transformative Learning
The IFREE Small Grants Program: Promoting Human Betterment through Experimental Economics
Deadline: 1 August 2018 The International Foundation for Research in Experimental Economics (IFREE) is seeking applications for its Small Grants Program to promote Human Betterment through Experimental Economics to Improve the Understanding of Exchange Systems. IFREE funds primary research in … [Read more...] about The IFREE Small Grants Program: Promoting Human Betterment through Experimental Economics
The Kazanjian Foundation Grants: Supporting Efforts to Increase Economic Literacy in the US
Deadline: 15 September 2018 The Kazanjian Foundation is currently seeking proposals to maintain a a vital interest in the overall efforts to increase economic literacy. The Board of Trustees will give special attention to proposals and projects with national impact that addresses the following … [Read more...] about The Kazanjian Foundation Grants: Supporting Efforts to Increase Economic Literacy in the US
Michael Cornish Charitable Trust: Inviting Organisations Based in the UK
Deadline: 23 March 2018 The Michael Cornish Charitable Trust is currently seeking applications from the charities and organisations based in the UK for its grants program. The Michael Cornish Charitable Trust is a grant making charitable organisation of UK founded by Michael Cornish in … [Read more...] about Michael Cornish Charitable Trust: Inviting Organisations Based in the UK
William T Grant Foundation: Seeking Applications for its Research Grant
Deadline: 2 May 2018(LOI) William T Grant Foundation is seeking applications for its Research Grant which supports high-quality field-initiated studies that are relevant to policies and practices that affect the lives of young people ages 5 to 25 in the United States. The Foundation invests … [Read more...] about William T Grant Foundation: Seeking Applications for its Research Grant
EU Call for Proposals: Promoting Local Economic Development in Ghana
Deadline: 27 April 2018 The European Union (EU) is currently accepting proposals from eligible organisations for a program entitled “Promoting Local Economic Development in Ghana” to support actions aimed at promoting local sustainable development. Program Lots The program is divided in to two … [Read more...] about EU Call for Proposals: Promoting Local Economic Development in Ghana
ANZ Staff Foundation: Inviting Applicants for Community Grants Program
Deadline: 15 July 2018 The ANZ Staff Foundation is inviting applicants for its Community Grants Program to support projects run by charitable organisations which offer a direct and tangible benefit to local communities. Focus Areas Education and employment – examples of suitable projects … [Read more...] about ANZ Staff Foundation: Inviting Applicants for Community Grants Program
Apply for People’s United Community Foundation Grants: Inviting Organizations based in the US
Deadline: 31 March 2018 The People’s United Community Foundation is seeking proposals from organizations that enhance the quality of life for residents, promote the economic development and well-being of neighborhoods and support the educational and developmental needs of children and youth, with … [Read more...] about Apply for People’s United Community Foundation Grants: Inviting Organizations based in the US
EU Call for Proposals: VET-Business Partnerships on Work-Based Learning and Apprenticeships
Deadline: 17 April 2018 The European Union (EU) is currently accepting proposals from eligible organisations for a program entitled “VET-Business Partnerships on Work-Based Learning and Apprenticeships” to contribute to stimulate sustainable and inclusive socio-economic development through improved … [Read more...] about EU Call for Proposals: VET-Business Partnerships on Work-Based Learning and Apprenticeships
U.S. Mission to India: TechCamp South Asia for Women Social Entrepreneurs
Deadline: 27 March 2018 The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi has announced an open competition through the Public Diplomacy Grants program for a Cooperative Agreement to implement one or both activities of a “TechCamp” project focused on growing women-owned social … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to India: TechCamp South Asia for Women Social Entrepreneurs
African Union Commission: Call for Proposals for 2018 African Union Research Grants Programme
Deadline: 22 May 2018 The African Union Commission has launched its Second Open Call for Research Proposals under Phase II of the African Union Research Grants programme. The objective of this Call for Proposals is to award grants to finance research projects that aim to Eradicate Hunger and … [Read more...] about African Union Commission: Call for Proposals for 2018 African Union Research Grants Programme
British Council: Future Leaders Connect Programme
Deadline: 13 May 2018 British Council is seeking applications for its Future Leaders Connect Programme with an aim to provide future leaders with skills and international networks which will improve their ability to make or influence policy changes, leading to long term impact on the social and … [Read more...] about British Council: Future Leaders Connect Programme
Nesta’s Everyone Makes Innovation Policy: Offering Grants of Up to £15,000
Deadline: 9 March 2018 Nesta is seeking applications for its Everyone Makes Innovation Policy to offer grants of up to £15,000 to projects that demonstrate creative ways of engaging members of the public in issues relating to innovation policy. By innovation policy, Nesta mean the range of things … [Read more...] about Nesta’s Everyone Makes Innovation Policy: Offering Grants of Up to £15,000
U.S. Embassy Ulaanbaatar Local Grants: Annual Program Statement
Deadline: 12 September 2018 The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of U.S. Embassy Ulaanbaatar, U.S. Department of State has announced that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Local Grants Program. PAS awards a limited number of grants to individuals, non-governmental organizations, think … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Ulaanbaatar Local Grants: Annual Program Statement
IDB Call for Proposals 2018: Regional Public Goods (RPG) Initiative in Latin America and the Caribbean
Deadline: 16 April 2018 The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has launched a 2018 call for proposals for the Regional Public Goods (RPG) Initiative in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), which support projects involving three or more countries. The RPG Initiative provide technical grants to … [Read more...] about IDB Call for Proposals 2018: Regional Public Goods (RPG) Initiative in Latin America and the Caribbean
U.S. Mission to Iraq: U.S.-Iraqi Think Tank Linkage Program for Iraqi Academics and Commentators program
Deadline: 31 March 2018 The U.S. Mission in Iraq has announced an open competition for eligible organizations to submit proposals for a grant to implement the U.S.-Iraqi Think Tank Linkage Program for Iraqi Academics and Commentators program. The main goal of the program would be to establish … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Iraq: U.S.-Iraqi Think Tank Linkage Program for Iraqi Academics and Commentators program
Partnerships for International Development Fund: Seeking Applications from New Zealand
Deadline: 2 March 2018 The New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade is seeking applications for its Partnerships for International Development Fund to contribute ideas, knowledge and skills to activities that achieve sustainable economic development in developing countries. The … [Read more...] about Partnerships for International Development Fund: Seeking Applications from New Zealand
AfDB-NIW’s High 5s Startup Challenge: Improving the Quality of Life for the People of Africa
Deadline: 23 February 2018 The Africa Development Bank (AfDB) and the Nairobi Innovation Week (NIW) have partnered to run a joint innovation challenge that focuses on the Bank’s High 5 priorities; Light up and power Africa, Feed Africa, Industrialize Africa, Integrate Africa, and Improve the … [Read more...] about AfDB-NIW’s High 5s Startup Challenge: Improving the Quality of Life for the People of Africa
Investing in Women Call for Proposals: Partnerships for Advocating Gender Equality (#samePAGE) Program
Deadline: 1 March 2018 Investing in Women (IW), an initiative of the Australian Government has announced a Call for Proposals for its Partnerships for Advocating Gender Equality (#samePAGE) program that aims to develop advocacy partnerships that help to progress women’s economic empowerment in the … [Read more...] about Investing in Women Call for Proposals: Partnerships for Advocating Gender Equality (#samePAGE) Program
MISFA Call for Proposals: Capacity Building Fund (B) Systems Strengthening Window
Deadline: 28 February 2018 The Islamic Republic of Afghanistan has received a grant from the International Development Association (IDA) for the Access to Finance Project. MISFA is responsible for implementation of Component-1 of the project (Improving access to financial services for micro and … [Read more...] about MISFA Call for Proposals: Capacity Building Fund (B) Systems Strengthening Window
MISFA/Access to Finance Project Call for Proposals: Capacity Building Fund (A) Innovation Window
Deadline: 28 February 2018 The Islamic Republic of Afghanistan has received a grant from the International Development Association (IDA) for the Access to Finance Project. MISFA is responsible for implementation of Component-1 of the project (Improving access to financial services for micro and … [Read more...] about MISFA/Access to Finance Project Call for Proposals: Capacity Building Fund (A) Innovation Window
Applications Open for Unitarian Universalist Funding Program in the U.S. and Canada!
Deadline: 15 March 2018 The Unitarian Universalist Funding Program is currently open for applications inviting non-Unitarian Universalist groups in the U.S. and Canada that: uses community organizing to bring about systemic change leading to a more just society; mobilizes those who have … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Unitarian Universalist Funding Program in the U.S. and Canada!
Apply for Belarus in Focus 2017 International Journalism Competition!
Deadline: 15 March 2018 Are you interested in Belarus? Have you written articles about this country in 2017? If the answer is “yes” then Belarus in Focus 2017 is for you. This year the competition takes place for the seventh time. Belarus in Focus Information Office in partnership with Press Club … [Read more...] about Apply for Belarus in Focus 2017 International Journalism Competition!
Stepan Gishyan Charity Foundation Grant: Inviting Individuals, Initiative Groups and Organizations
Deadline: 15 March 2018 Stepan Gishyan Charitable Foundation has announced a grant competition for individuals, as well as initiative groups and organizations. The proposed program should be aimed at the development of one or more of the socio-economic, educational and scientific, health and … [Read more...] about Stepan Gishyan Charity Foundation Grant: Inviting Individuals, Initiative Groups and Organizations
U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Section Grants Program: Awarding Haiti -based Organizations and Independent Media
Deadline: 15 August 2018 Applicants are invited to submit proposals for the U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Section Grants Program. The program awards grants principally to Haiti-based non-profit and non-governmental organizations and independent media for projects that support democracy and … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Section Grants Program: Awarding Haiti -based Organizations and Independent Media
Walmart Foundation: Apply for Community Grants Program 2018
Deadline: 31 December 2018 Walmart Foundation is seeking applications for its Community Grant Program 2018 which will support the needs of the communities by providing grants to local organizations. The Walmart Foundation meets the needs of the under-served by directing charitable giving … [Read more...] about Walmart Foundation: Apply for Community Grants Program 2018
DFID: Seeking Applications for International Growth Centre – Phase 3
Deadline: 5 March 2018 The UK’s Department for International Development is seeking applications for its program entitled "International Growth Centre – Phase 3". The third phase of the IGC will focus on delivering research and policy products to developing countries with the aim of driving the … [Read more...] about DFID: Seeking Applications for International Growth Centre – Phase 3
Australian Government: Council on Australia Latin America Relations (COALAR) Grant Program 2018
Deadline: 28 March 2018 The Australian Government is seeking applications for its Council on Australia Latin America Relations (COALAR) Grant Program 2018 in order to enhance Australia’s economic, political and social relations with Latin America. In the 2018-2018 Grant round the Council will … [Read more...] about Australian Government: Council on Australia Latin America Relations (COALAR) Grant Program 2018
DFAT: Seeking Applications for 2018 Council for Australian-Arab Relations (CAAR) Grant Program
Deadline: 4 April 2018 The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is seeking applications for its 2018 Council for Australian-Arab Relations (CAAR) Grants program to strengthen Australian-Arab relations by advancing areas of shared political, economic and social interest and building a … [Read more...] about DFAT: Seeking Applications for 2018 Council for Australian-Arab Relations (CAAR) Grant Program
Applications Open for DFAT’s 2018 Australia-China Council (ACC) Grants Program!
Deadline: 28 March 2018 The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is seeking applications for its Australia-China Council (ACC) 2018 Grant program. Strategic Goals To strengthen the foundations of engagement - China literacy, business and cultural capabilities of Australian institutions … [Read more...] about Applications Open for DFAT’s 2018 Australia-China Council (ACC) Grants Program!
Australia-Japan Foundation Grant 2018: Advancing Australia’s Engagement with Japan
Deadline: 4 April 2018 The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is seeking applications for its Australia-Japan Foundation 2018 Grant program to advance Australia’s engagement with Japan by supporting people-to-people linkages; amplifying and shifting perceptions of Australia in Japan to reflect … [Read more...] about Australia-Japan Foundation Grant 2018: Advancing Australia’s Engagement with Japan
Applications Open for Action for Equity Awards 2018!
Deadline: 31 March 2018 Applications are now open from organisations for Action for Equity Awards 2018. The award aims to extend the reach and impact of the Atlantic Fellows Programme for Social and Economic Equity. The Action for Equity Award is an exciting new prize which aims to recognise … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Action for Equity Awards 2018!
