Latest Grants and Resources for Economic Development

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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

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!

World Bank Call for Proposals: 2018 Trust Fund for Statistical Capacity Building (TFSCB)

Deadline: 8 February 2018 The World Bank is seeking applications for its 2018 Trust Fund for Statistical Capacity Building (TFSCB) with an aim to improve the capacity of developing countries to produce and use statistics with an overall objective of supporting effective decision-making for … [Read more...] about World Bank Call for Proposals: 2018 Trust Fund for Statistical Capacity Building (TFSCB)

U.S. Embassy in Tajikistan: 2018 Democracy Outreach / Alumni Grants Program

Deadline: 22 February 2018 The Embassy of the United States of America is accepting applications for the 2018 Alumni Grants Program to provide grants to organizations that have USG alumni as members or to individual alumni for activities that support democratic advancement and economic reform in … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Tajikistan: 2018 Democracy Outreach / Alumni Grants Program

DFID: Economic Growth in Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan – Policy Innovation Facility

Deadline: 28 February 2018 The UK’s Department for International Development is seeking applications for its program entitled "Economic growth in Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan - Policy Innovation Facility" with an aim to turn high-level political support for growth and prosperity initiatives into … [Read more...] about DFID: Economic Growth in Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan – Policy Innovation Facility

DFID: Economic Growth in Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan – Enterprise and Innovation Programme

Deadline: 28 February 2018 The UK’s Department for International Development is accepting applications for its program entitled "Economic growth in Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan - Enterprise and Innovation Programme." The Enterprise and Innovation Programme (EIP) will support the establishment of … [Read more...] about DFID: Economic Growth in Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan – Enterprise and Innovation Programme

Islamic Relief USA: Grant for Nonprofit Organizations

Deadline: 31 March 2018 Islamic Relief USA is seeking applications to provide grants to nonprofit organizations throughout the country, to provide access to quality health care; to promote sustainable socio-economic development; and to elevate the standard of living of those in need. Islamic … [Read more...] about Islamic Relief USA: Grant for Nonprofit Organizations

OSIWA Call for Proposals: Inviting Local Organizations to Support the Creation of Open Societies in West Africa

Deadline: 30 April 2018 The Open Society Initiative for West Africa (OSIWA) is accepting proposals from local organizations based in West Africa to support the creation of open societies in West Africa marked by functioning democracy, good governance, the rule of law, basic freedoms, and widespread … [Read more...] about OSIWA Call for Proposals: Inviting Local Organizations to Support the Creation of Open Societies in West Africa

USAID CEP Request for Applications: Inviting Macedonian CSOs for Partnership Grants (PGs)

Deadline: 20 February 2018 The USAID Civic Engagement Project in Macedonia (CEP) is currently inviting civil society organization (CSO) alliances in Macedonia to apply for Partnership Grants (PGs). The CSO alliances include legally registered and non-registered CSO coalitions, platforms, networks, … [Read more...] about USAID CEP Request for Applications: Inviting Macedonian CSOs for Partnership Grants (PGs)

EU Call for Proposals: Supporting Cameroonian Civil Society to Contribute to Inclusive and Sustainable Growth

Deadline: 20 March 2018 The European Union (EU) is seeking proposals from eligible organizations for its program entitled “Support Cameroonian civil society to contribute to inclusive and sustainable growth”. The objective of this call for proposals is to improve the contribution of CSOs to … [Read more...] about EU Call for Proposals: Supporting Cameroonian Civil Society to Contribute to Inclusive and Sustainable Growth

AWDF Call for Applications: Main Grant Programme

Deadline: 7 March 2018 The African Women’s Development Fund (AWDF) is currently seeking applications from eligible African women’s organisations for its main grants programme. Thematic Areas These frame AWDF’s current funding strategy Shaping Africa’s Future; Body & Health Rights: The … [Read more...] about AWDF Call for Applications: Main Grant Programme

British Embassy Chisinau: Call for Proposals for Good Governance Fund – Strategic Support Fund

Deadline: 26 February 2018 Submissions are open for Moldova´s Good Governance Fund – Strategic Support Fund. This call for proposals specifically seeks applications for projects relating to the Republic of Moldova. The UK Government’s Good Governance Fund (GGF) was launched in 2015 to support … [Read more...] about British Embassy Chisinau: Call for Proposals for Good Governance Fund – Strategic Support Fund

Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network: Inviting Applicants for Alumni Small Grants Program

Deadline: 30 March 2018 Applicants are invited to apply for the Alumni Small Grants Program which is jointly administered by the U.S. Embassy and the Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN). In the previous grant cycle (2013 – 2016), PUAN awarded 150 grants for projects of up to US $5,000 to alumni … [Read more...] about Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network: Inviting Applicants for Alumni Small Grants Program

Embassy of Finland, Bucharest: Fund for Local Cooperation in Moldova

Deadline: 9 February 2018 The Embassy of Finland, Bucharest is seeking applications for its Fund for Local Cooperation (FLC) in Moldova to complement other Finnish development efforts in the fields of poverty reduction and environmentally, economically and socially sustainable development, human … [Read more...] about Embassy of Finland, Bucharest: Fund for Local Cooperation in Moldova

Woodroffe Benton Foundation Grants: Supporting Charitable Organizations in United Kingdom

Deadline: 7 March 2018 The Woodroffe Benton Foundation is accepting applications from the registered UK charities for its Small Grants programme. Priority 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: Supporting Charitable Organizations in United Kingdom

British Embassy in Moscow: Seeking Proposals for Project Initiatives in Russia 2018/2019

Deadline: 5 February 2018 The British Embassy in Moscow and Consulates General St Petersburg and Ekaterinburg are seeking proposals for project initiatives in Russia in 2018/2019 financial year. The programme provides funding for projects that support activities directly connected with the UK’s … [Read more...] about British Embassy in Moscow: Seeking Proposals for Project Initiatives in Russia 2018/2019

U.S. Department of State, Bureau of SCA: Grants for Khyber & FATA

Deadline: 20 February 2018 The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Consulate General in Peshawar of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to inviting submission of Statements of Interest for assistance awards, contingent on funding availability, through the Consulate’s Public Diplomacy … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of State, Bureau of SCA: Grants for Khyber & FATA

U.S. Mission to Pakistan: Grants for Sindh and Balochistan

Deadline: 19 February 2018 The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Consulate General in Karachi of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to invite submissions of Statements of Interest for assistance awards, contingent on funding availability, through the Consulate’s Public Diplomacy Grants … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Pakistan: Grants for Sindh and Balochistan

Applications Open for 2018 Al-Sumait Prize for African Development!

Deadline: 30 June 2018 The Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) is currently inviting applicants for its 2018 Al-Sumait Prize “Health” to recognize best studies, scientific projects, applied research, and innovative initiatives that have a significant impact and lasting … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2018 Al-Sumait Prize for African Development!

Australian High Commission in Fiji: Inviting Applicants for Direct Aid Program

Deadline: 28 February 2018 Australian High Commission in Fiji is currently inviting applicants for its Direct Aid Program which is a flexible small grants program funded by the Australian Government and managed through the Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade (DFAT) overseas posts. The … [Read more...] about Australian High Commission in Fiji: Inviting Applicants for Direct Aid Program

Applications Open for WFF’s International Initiative Grant Program!

Deadline: 1 March 2018 The Weyerhaeuser Family Foundation (WFF) is seeking applications for its International Initiative grant program to help women, girls, and their families overcome violence, poverty and other hardships in under-developed countries. Focus Areas Education: Programs that … [Read more...] about Applications Open for WFF’s International Initiative Grant Program!

Common Fund for Commodities: 12th Call for Proposals for Support of Commodity Development

Deadline: 15 April 2018 Common Fund for Commodities is seeking proposals for support of Commodity development activities in its member countries. The CFC is an intergovernmental foundation investing in organisations and enterprises pursuing SDG Agenda in commodity value chains in its member … [Read more...] about Common Fund for Commodities: 12th Call for Proposals for Support of Commodity Development

Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust: Seeking Applications for Sustainable Future Programme

Deadline: 26 March 2018 The Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust (JRCT) is currently accepting applications for its Sustainable Future Programme. The overall focus is on developing and promoting sustainable, low-carbon alternatives to the current consumerist and growth-based paradigm. JRCT is deeply … [Read more...] about Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust: Seeking Applications for Sustainable Future Programme

Applications Open for All-Russian Journalists Contest “Economic Revival of Russia”!

Deadline: Various Applications are open for All-Russian Journalists' Contest "Economic Revival of Russia" to stimulate the development of the economic direction in domestic journalism and objective reflection of the problems of the formation and success of domestic entrepreneurship by the mass … [Read more...] about Applications Open for All-Russian Journalists Contest “Economic Revival of Russia”!

Open Meadows Foundation: Promoting Gender, Racial and Economic Justice in United States

Deadline: 15 February 2018 The Open Meadows Foundation, grant-making organization is seeking projects that promote gender/racial/economic justice. The projects must be led by and benefit women and girls. Open Meadows Foundation funds projects that do not discriminate on the basis of race, … [Read more...] about Open Meadows Foundation: Promoting Gender, Racial and Economic Justice in United States

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency: Prosperity and the Planet (P3) Award Program

Deadline: 7 February 2018 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as part of its People, Prosperity and the Planet (P3) Award Program is seeking applications proposing to research, develop, design, and demonstrate solutions to real world challenges. The P3 competition highlights the use of … [Read more...] about U.S. Environmental Protection Agency: Prosperity and the Planet (P3) Award Program

U.S. Mission to Bangladesh: Seeking Applications for Public Diplomacy Grants Program

Deadline: 31 July 2018 The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of U.S. Embassy Dhaka is seeking applications for its Public Diplomacy grants program to promote U.S.-Bangladesh ties, strengthen democratic and inclusive societies, counter violent extremism, increase educational and economic opportunity for … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Bangladesh: Seeking Applications for Public Diplomacy Grants Program

U.S. Embassy in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire: Seeking Applications for Local Grants Program

Deadline: 20 April 2018 The U.S. Embassy Abidjan’s Public Affairs Section has request proposals for funding for its 2018 Public Diplomacy Grants program. Goals Proposals should address one (or more) of the U.S. Mission Cote d’Ivoire’s strategic goals: Improve governance and increase … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire: Seeking Applications for Local Grants Program

U.S. Embassy in Georgia: Democracy Commission Small Grants Program (PAS)

Deadline: 31 January 2018 The U.S. Embassy in Georgia has announced the opening of the Democracy Commission Small Grants Program Competition for 2018. The Commission, co-chaired by the Deputy Chief of Mission and the Public Affairs Officer, will award grants of up to 50,000 U.S. Dollars to … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Georgia: Democracy Commission Small Grants Program (PAS)

Call for Applications: Fund for Local Cooperation in Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia

Deadline: 11 February 2018 Applications are open for Finnish Fund for Local Cooperation (FLC) which is a fund managed by the Office of the Ambassador to Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia to support initiatives of local non-governmental organizations, community-based organizations and other … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Fund for Local Cooperation in Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia

ATRC Request for Applications: Inviting Kosovar NGOs for USAID’s Engagement for Equity Program (E4E)

Deadline: 5 February 2018 Advocacy Training and Resources Center (ATRC), the implementing partner for USAID’s Engagement for Equity Program (E4E) is seeking applications from qualified Kosovar Non-Governmental Organizations to: Conduct complex advocacy and awareness campaigns in cooperation … [Read more...] about ATRC Request for Applications: Inviting Kosovar NGOs for USAID’s Engagement for Equity Program (E4E)

Israel Institute: Research Grants for Substantive Research on Modern Israel

Deadline: 11 April 2018 The Israel Institute is seeking applications for its Research Grants for Substantive Research on Modern Israel. These grants facilitate the research and writing of books or scholarly articles that make an original contribution to the field of Israel Studies and promote a … [Read more...] about Israel Institute: Research Grants for Substantive Research on Modern Israel

Apply for “Youth engagement in agribusiness and rural economic activities in Africa” Fellowship Program!

Deadline: 28 February 2018 The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is seeking applications for “Enhancing capacity to apply research evidence in policy for youth engagement in agribusiness and rural economic activities in Africa”. Scope They seek research project fellows for … [Read more...] about Apply for “Youth engagement in agribusiness and rural economic activities in Africa” Fellowship Program!

UN Women-Moldova: Call for Proposals for Women Economic Empowerment (WEE)

Deadline: 29 January 2018 UN Women in Moldova is currently inviting qualified parties to submit Technical and Financial Proposals to provide services associated with the UN WOMEN requirement for Responsible Party (Non-Governmental Organization, Community Based Organizations(CBOs) and Academic … [Read more...] about UN Women-Moldova: Call for Proposals for Women Economic Empowerment (WEE)

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