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Applications Open for 2018 Arab Financial Inclusion Innovation Prize!

Deadline: 15 August 2018 Applicants are invited to apply for the 2018 Arab Financial Inclusion Innovation Prize to reward such innovations which can increase the outreach and reduce the costs of financial services to better serve low-income businesses and individuals. The Arab Financial Inclusion … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2018 Arab Financial Inclusion Innovation Prize!

NOAA Fisheries: Saltonstall-Kennedy Grant Program

Deadline: 23 July 2018 NOAA Fisheries has announced the 2019 Saltonstall-Kennedy (S-K) Grant Program to address the needs of the fisheries and fishing communities in optimizing economic benefits by building and maintaining sustainable fisheries and practices, dealing with the impacts of … [Read more...] about NOAA Fisheries: Saltonstall-Kennedy Grant Program

Embassy of Canada to Kosovo based in Croatia: 2018-2019 Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI)

Deadline: 15 July 2018 The Embassy of Canada to Kosovo based in Zagreb, Croatia has announced a call for proposals 2018-2019 for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) is an important component of the Canadian Government's development assistance … [Read more...] about Embassy of Canada to Kosovo based in Croatia: 2018-2019 Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI)

New York Life Foundation: Seeking Applications for Capacity Building Grant

Deadline: 26 July 2018 The New York Life Foundation is seeking applications for its “Capacity Building Grant”. It focuses on providing a one-time, $10,000 grant to enhance the overall operations, efficiency and capacity of an organization serving bereaved youth and their families. A total of 20 … [Read more...] about New York Life Foundation: Seeking Applications for Capacity Building Grant

UK Government launches New Business Basics Fund to support Small Business Growth

UK Government has launched New Business Basics Fund to support small business growth. The new fund will help more small businesses adopt tried and tested technologies to unlock £100 billion of untapped benefit to the economy. The fund forms part of the government’s modern Industrial Strategy, … [Read more...] about UK Government launches New Business Basics Fund to support Small Business Growth

EU launches Digital Agenda to support Transition of Western Balkans into a Digital Economy

European commission has launched the Digital Agenda for the Western Balkans at the Digital Assembly in Sofia, Bulgaria to support the transition of the region into a digital economy and bring the benefits of the digital transformation, such as faster economic growth, more jobs, and better … [Read more...] about EU launches Digital Agenda to support Transition of Western Balkans into a Digital Economy

Applications Open for Australian Government’s Business Partnerships Platform (BPP) Round 3!

Deadline: 10 August 2018 The Australian Government is seeking applications for the 3rd round of its Business Partnerships Platform (BPP) to “create scalable shared value partnerships that advance Australia’s economic and social development objectives”. These partnerships are being created in the … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Australian Government’s Business Partnerships Platform (BPP) Round 3!

Common Fund for Commodities: 13th Call for Proposals for Support of Commodity Development Activities

Deadline: 31 October 2018 The Common Fund for Commodities (CFC) is seeking proposals for support of Commodity development activities in its member countries. The CFC is an intergovernmental institution which provides financing to organisations and enterprises engaged in commodity value chains in … [Read more...] about Common Fund for Commodities: 13th Call for Proposals for Support of Commodity Development Activities

National Research Foundation: Seeking Proposals for 2018 Africa-UK Trilateral Program

Deadline: 20 July 2018 The National Research Foundation (NRF) and the British council have announced the Africa-UK Trilateral 2018. Proposals are invited from eligible applicants for the DST-NRF/British Council Africa-UK Trilateral Chair. The SARChI Bilateral and Trilateral Research Chairs … [Read more...] about National Research Foundation: Seeking Proposals for 2018 Africa-UK Trilateral Program

USAID-Islamabad: Pakistan Multi-Sector Annual Program Statement

Deadline: 22 June 2019 USAID-Islamabad is seeking Concept Papers that support activities aligned with USAID/Pakistan’s Country Development Cooperation Strategy (CDCS). This Annual Program Statement (APS) will support USAID/Pakistan's implementation of its 2018-2023 Country Development Cooperation … [Read more...] about USAID-Islamabad: Pakistan Multi-Sector Annual Program Statement

Australian Embassy in Zimbabwe: Direct Aid Program 2018-2019

Deadline: 15 September 2018 Applications are now open for the Direct Aid Program (DAP) 2018-2019 which is a flexible small grants scheme for development activities managed by Heads of Australian Missions. The emphasis of the program is on alleviating basic humanitarian hardships. The Direct Aid … [Read more...] about Australian Embassy in Zimbabwe: Direct Aid Program 2018-2019

U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of NEA/AC: Increasing Economic and Local Governance Opportunities

Deadline: 2 August 2018 The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs, Office of Assistance Coordination (NEA/AC) is seeking applications for a program entitled “U.S.-MENA Experiential Partnership: Increasing Economic and Local Governance Opportunities”. This project … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of NEA/AC: Increasing Economic and Local Governance Opportunities

Applications Open for Interreg North-West Europe Programme!

Deadline: 22 November 2018 Applications are open for Interreg North-West Europe (NWE) that is a European Territorial Cooperation Programme funded by the European Commission with the ambition to make the North-West Europe area a key economic player and an attractive place to work and live, with high … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Interreg North-West Europe Programme!

D4D Call for Proposals: Improving Socio-Economic Opportunities and Perspectives for Women and Men in BiH

Deadline: 28 June 2019 The Development Diaspora Project (D4D) has announced a Public Call for Proposals for Grants to Support Investments in Partnership with Diaspora. D4D is a project of the Government of Switzerland and the Ministry of Human Rights and Refugees of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH), … [Read more...] about D4D Call for Proposals: Improving Socio-Economic Opportunities and Perspectives for Women and Men in BiH

RECP Finance Catalyst: Targeting Small and Medium Scale Renewable Energy Projects

Deadline: 1 July 2018 The Africa-EU Renewable Energy Cooperation Programme (RECP) is seeking proposals for its program entitled “Finance Catalyst” to finance opportunities and vice versa, targeting small- and medium-scale renewable energy (RE) projects in Sub-Saharan Africa. The Finance Catalyst … [Read more...] about RECP Finance Catalyst: Targeting Small and Medium Scale Renewable Energy Projects

EU/Morocco launches EU External Investment Plan to support Morocco in building Sustainable Economy

The European Union has partnered with Morocco to launch the EU External Investment Plan (EIP) in the country to pave the way to a better business environment and foster economic development. The EU-Morocco partnership is the first investments in Morocco under the European External Investment Plan to … [Read more...] about EU/Morocco launches EU External Investment Plan to support Morocco in building Sustainable Economy

U.S. Embassy in Kazakhstan: Inviting Organizations for “GoViral Festival”

Deadline: 3 August 2018 The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Kazakhstan has announced a full and open competition for organizations to submit applications to manage ongoing programming for the “Go Viral” Festival and corresponding Network. The goals of Go Viral … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Kazakhstan: Inviting Organizations for “GoViral Festival”

IWMF: Seeking Applications for Adelante Reporting Initiative Fellowship

Deadline: 9 July 2018 The International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF) is seeking applications for its Adelante Reporting Initiative Fellowship. As part of Adelante, IWMF’s Latin America reporting initiative, a group of women journalists will travel to Mexico to report on Economic Development … [Read more...] about IWMF: Seeking Applications for Adelante Reporting Initiative Fellowship

U.S. Department of State: Promoting Economic Opportunity in the Western Sahara

Deadline: 3 July 2018 The Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs’ Office of Assistance Coordination’s (NEA/AC) Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI) is seeking proposals that support inclusive economic growth in the Western Sahara by improving local economic opportunities within the private sector and … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of State: Promoting Economic Opportunity in the Western Sahara

U.S. Embassy in Skopje, Macedonia: Annual Program Statement

Deadline: 1 July 2018 The U.S. Embassy Skopje Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Department of State has announced that funding is available through the Embassy’s public diplomacy grants program for projects that increase mutual understanding between the U.S. and Macedonia and promote the bilateral … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Skopje, Macedonia: Annual Program Statement

ADB approves $350 Million to support Trade Finance Program with additional Headroom

The Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) has approved $350 million in additional headroom to further expand the scope and impact of its Trade Finance Program (TFP), that will help to close large market gaps for trade finance that hinders growth and job creation in the Asia and Pacific region. The … [Read more...] about ADB approves $350 Million to support Trade Finance Program with additional Headroom

Michael Cornish Charitable Trust: Inviting Organisations Based in the UK

Deadline: 14 September 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

Friends Provident Foundation: Inviting Applications for Building Resilient Economies Programme

Deadline: 2 July 2018 The Friends Provident Foundation is inviting applications for “Building Resilient Economies Programme” with an aim to contribute to a more resilient, sustainable and fairer economic system. The recent economic and social uncertainty in the UK and beyond has demonstrated that … [Read more...] about Friends Provident Foundation: Inviting Applications for Building Resilient Economies Programme

DFID: Transparency and Accountability in Malawi Programme

Deadline: 10 July 2018 The UK’s Department for International Development (DFID) is seeking applications for its Transparency and Accountability in Malawi Programme which will support improved policy and regulation of markets for more inclusive growth, more efficient / effective allocation of … [Read more...] about DFID: Transparency and Accountability in Malawi Programme

Embassy of Canada to South Sudan: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives 2018- 2019

Deadline: 22 June 2018 Embassy of Canada to South Sudan has launched a call for proposals for its Canada Fund for Local Initiatives 2018- 2019 to support small-scale but high-impact projects in South Sudan. The program aims to support projects designed and implemented by local implementing … [Read more...] about Embassy of Canada to South Sudan: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives 2018- 2019

U.S. Mission to Vietnam: 2018 YSEALI Micro-Grant Program

Deadline: 16 July 2018 The U.S. Embassy Hanoi is currently inviting YSEALI members in Vietnam to submit proposals for the 2018 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Micro-Grant Program. This competitive program offers grants of up to $1,000 (or more in exceptional cases) to individuals … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Vietnam: 2018 YSEALI Micro-Grant Program

NFU Mutual Charitable Trust: Supporting Charities in the United Kingdom

Deadline: 26 October 2018 NFU Mutual Charitable Trust is accepting applications for its Funding program to promote and support charities in the United Kingdom working in agriculture, rural development and insurance. The Trust focuses on providing funding to larger initiatives, which would have a … [Read more...] about NFU Mutual Charitable Trust: Supporting Charities in the United Kingdom

Apply for BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Awards!

Deadline: 28 June 2018 Nominations are open for the BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Awards in order to recognize fundamental contributions in a broad array of areas of scientific knowledge, technology, humanities and artistic creation. Award Categories Basic Sciences (Physics, … [Read more...] about Apply for BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Awards!

USDA: Rural Cooperative Development Grant Program

Deadline: 24 July 2018 The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting applications for its Rural Cooperative Development Grant (RCDG) Program to improve the economic condition of rural areas by assisting individuals or entities in the startup, expansion or operational improvement … [Read more...] about USDA: Rural Cooperative Development Grant Program

N/Core tech Program: Inviting Entrepreneurs & Organizations Working towards Poverty Alleviation in India

Deadline: 10 June 2018 Are you working on an idea that can solve a problem that affects the economically disadvantaged at scale? If yes, then apply for the N/Core tech program! Applicants are invited to apply for the N/Core tech program, an incubator exclusively for early-stage nonprofits. N/Core … [Read more...] about N/Core tech Program: Inviting Entrepreneurs & Organizations Working towards Poverty Alleviation in India

TIAW: Seeking Nominations for 2018 World of Difference Awards

Deadline: 1 November 2018 The International Alliance for Women (TIAW) is seeking nominations for 2018 World of Difference Awards to recognize women, and men, whose efforts have advanced the economic empowerment of women locally, regionally or worldwide. Whether the candidate is working on a small … [Read more...] about TIAW: Seeking Nominations for 2018 World of Difference Awards

Russell Sage Foundation: Seeking LOIs for Behavioral Economics

Deadline: 20 August 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, economics, sociology, political science and other social sciences to examine and … [Read more...] about Russell Sage Foundation: Seeking LOIs for Behavioral Economics

£102 million Investment Programme for prosperous Clean Energy Communities

The launch of a £102 million investment programme in new local energy approaches, which is part of the government’s modern Industrial Strategy has been completed with the announcement of a new research consortium. The energy revolution research consortium will deliver a suite of strategic … [Read more...] about £102 million Investment Programme for prosperous Clean Energy Communities

TRANSFORM: Helping to Ensure Impactful Products reach Rural Communities

Deadline: 5 June 2018 Applications are open for TRANSFORM to enable access for 100 million people to products that will enhance their livelihoods, in areas as diverse as lighting, energy and WASH. TRANSFORM is looking for the best innovations that will scale last-mile distribution networks in … [Read more...] about TRANSFORM: Helping to Ensure Impactful Products reach Rural Communities

British Embassy in Jakarta: Call for Concept Notes for 2018/2019 ASEAN Project

Deadline: 6 June 2018 The British Embassy in Jakarta is currently accepting concept notes for the 2018/2019 financial year (April 2018-March 2019). The program is particularly interested in concept notes which aim to work together with ASEAN institutions to achieve progress on any of the themes … [Read more...] about British Embassy in Jakarta: Call for Concept Notes for 2018/2019 ASEAN Project

The Most Promising Programme Award: Complementing the Efforts of International Communities and Governments in India

Deadline: 10 June 2018 Nominations are open for "The Most Promising Programme Award" which is a CauseBecause initiative to recognize and felicitate programmes that are complementing the efforts of international communities and governments to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The … [Read more...] about The Most Promising Programme Award: Complementing the Efforts of International Communities and Governments in India

SANDEE: Economics of Natural Resource Use and Environmental Change Program in South Asia

Deadline: 9 June 2018 The South Asian Network for Development and Environmental Economics (SANDEE) is currently seeking concept notes for its “Economics of Natural Resource Use and Environmental Change in South Asia” that will provide research support to South Asian researchers and institutions … [Read more...] about SANDEE: Economics of Natural Resource Use and Environmental Change Program in South Asia

U.S. Department of State: Strengthening Women’s Contribution to the Economy in the Middle East and North Africa

Deadline: 10 July 2018 The Department of State's Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs Office of Assistance Coordination (NEA/AC) is inviting applicants to submit proposals that will support women's economic empowerment in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. This NOFO seeks proposals to fund … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of State: Strengthening Women’s Contribution to the Economy in the Middle East and North Africa

Nominations Open for iF Social Impact Prize!

Deadline: 6 June 2018 Nominations are open for iF Social Impact Prize with an aim to publish and support projects that contribute to our society. Applicants are welcome to submit all projects that contribute to solving the most urgent challenges of our time and help to improve conditions – their … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for iF Social Impact Prize!

Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment: Call for Proposals for 2018 Partnerships Investment Round

Deadline: 24 July 2018 The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) is seeking proposals for its 2018 Partnerships investment round to stimulate sector-led investment and collaborative effort in longer term, innovative research activity with potential for transformative impact in … [Read more...] about Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment: Call for Proposals for 2018 Partnerships Investment Round

Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Call for Proposals for 2018 Danida Market Development Partnerships Program

Deadline: 16 August 2018 The Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs is currently accepting proposals for its 2018 Danida Market Development Partnerships (DMDP) with an aim to contribute to sustainable economic growth in developing countries within the framework of the Sustainable Development … [Read more...] about Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Call for Proposals for 2018 Danida Market Development Partnerships Program

British Embassy in Santo Domingo: Foreign and Commonwealth Office Programme Funds

Deadline: 25 May 2018 The British Embassy in Santo Domingo is accepting project proposals for its Foreign and Commonwealth Office programme funds. Thematic Areas The British Embassy Santo Domingo is seeking to support projects that promote socio-economic growth and development of the Dominican … [Read more...] about British Embassy in Santo Domingo: Foreign and Commonwealth Office Programme Funds

Innovation Fund Denmark: 2018 The Future Society under “Grand Solutions” Programme!

Deadline: 14 August 2018 The Innovation Fund Denmark (IFD) is seeking applications for its “The Future Society” under its program “Grand Solutions” to create value for Denmark and the Danish society through new innovative solutions to the challenges facing society. IFD wishes to support social, … [Read more...] about Innovation Fund Denmark: 2018 The Future Society under “Grand Solutions” Programme!

100 Women Grant Program: Advancing the Safety, Health, Education and Economic Freedom of Women and Girls

Deadline: 31 May 2018 Are you connected with a charity that is up to great things for women and girls? If yes, then apply for the 100 Women grant program. 100 Women is currently accepting expressions of interest (EOIs) from eligible organizations for its 2018 grant program to advance the safety, … [Read more...] about 100 Women Grant Program: Advancing the Safety, Health, Education and Economic Freedom of Women and Girls

British Embassy in Caracas: Call for EOIs for Official Development Assistance (ODA) Bilateral Programme

Deadline: 27 May 2018 The British Embassy in Caracas is currently seeking expressions of interest from eligible organisations for its Official Development Assistance (ODA) bilateral programme. The ODA Bilateral Programme is the main channel through which the Foreign and Commonwealth Office of the … [Read more...] about British Embassy in Caracas: Call for EOIs for Official Development Assistance (ODA) Bilateral Programme

Feed the Minds: Empowering Marginalised People in the Global South!

Deadline: 26 June 2018 Feed the Minds is inviting applications for its projects to empower marginalised people in the Global South through their Education for Change programme. Feed the Minds is an international development charity that aims to contribute to a world in which people everywhere have … [Read more...] about Feed the Minds: Empowering Marginalised People in the Global South!

Embassy of Canada to Algeria: Call for Proposals for Canada Fund for Local initiatives (CFLI) 2018-19

Deadline: 21 May 2018 Embassy of Canada to Algeria has announced a call for proposals for Canada Fund for Local initiatives (CFLI) 2018-19. Priorities For 2018-2019, the CFLI will choose projects focusing on any of the following five themes: Gender equality and the empowerment of women and … [Read more...] about Embassy of Canada to Algeria: Call for Proposals for Canada Fund for Local initiatives (CFLI) 2018-19

UN Women Call for Proposals: Economic Empowerment of Rural Women

Deadline: 27 May 2018 UN Women Programme Office in Serbia is currently inviting women civil society organizations (CSOs) and networks, professional associations and/or agriculture cooperatives that are legally registered in Serbia and have specialized knowledge, expertise and track record of … [Read more...] about UN Women Call for Proposals: Economic Empowerment of Rural Women

U.S. Embassy in the Republic of the Congo: U.S. Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Program

Deadline: 13 July 2018 U.S. Embassy in the Republic of the Congo is seeking applications for "U.S. Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Program" to improve the basic economic and social conditions of the village or community and should benefit the greatest number of people possible. The goal of this … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in the Republic of the Congo: U.S. Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Program

Global Affairs Canada: Innovation for Women’s Economic Empowerment Program in Ghana

Deadline: 6 June 2018 Global Affairs Canada has launched a call for preliminary proposals for its program entitled “Innovation for Women’s Economic Empowerment in Ghana”. Objectives Under this call, the preliminary proposal must contribute to the achievement of this ultimate outcome: … [Read more...] about Global Affairs Canada: Innovation for Women’s Economic Empowerment Program in Ghana

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