Deadline: 21 March 2017 Applications are open for Wageningen UR Center for Development Innovation's (CDI) short term course on “Local Economic Development: Towards Agribusiness Cluster Development”. The course duration is from 23 Oct -3 Nov 2017 in South Africa. The course is aimed at … [Read more...] about Wageningen UR Short Course: Local Economic Development: Towards Agribusiness Cluster Development (23 Oct -3 Nov 2017)
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.
USAID Civic Engagement Project: Inviting CSO in Macedonia for Strategic Support Grants
Deadline: 25 January 2017 USAID Civic Engagement Project is inviting civil society organizations (CSO) in Macedonia to apply for Strategic Support Grants (SSGs) in order to strengthen influence of CSOs on policies and programs related to priority issues of citizen concern and increase youth … [Read more...] about USAID Civic Engagement Project: Inviting CSO in Macedonia for Strategic Support Grants
U.S. Embassy in Iraq: Accepting Applications for the MEPI Students Leaders Program 2017
Deadline: 31 December 2016 The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad is pleased to announce that the application period for the 2017 Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI) Student Leaders Program (SLP) is now open. MEPI is a U.S. Department of State initiative that supports organizations and individuals in … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Iraq: Accepting Applications for the MEPI Students Leaders Program 2017
Direct Aid Program (DAP): Promoting Economic and Social Development in Vanuatu
Deadline: 30 December 2016 The Australian High Commission Port Vila, Vanuatu is seeking applications for its Direct Aid Program (DAP) to support small-scale sustainable development projects that promote economic and social development in Vanuatu, particularly in rural and peri-urban … [Read more...] about Direct Aid Program (DAP): Promoting Economic and Social Development in Vanuatu
Australian Embassy in Harare: Direct Aid Program (DAP) 2016-2017 in Zimbabwe
Deadline: 28 February 2017 The Australian Embassy in Harare, Zimbabwe is seeking applicants for its Direct Aid Program (DAP) 2016-2017 with an aim to support projects with a strong development focus that complement Australia's broader aid program which contributes to sustainable economic growth and … [Read more...] about Australian Embassy in Harare: Direct Aid Program (DAP) 2016-2017 in Zimbabwe
Applications Open for 2017 Economic and Political Reporting from Southeast Europe Programme!
Deadline: 13 February 2017 The Thomson Reuters Foundation is seeking applications for its 2017 'Economic and Political Reporting from Southeast Europe' programme. The programme is run by skilled ex-Reuters journalists who will cover the following topics: Writing about emerging market … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2017 Economic and Political Reporting from Southeast Europe Programme!
EU Call for Proposals: Support to Civil Society in the Republic of Moldova
Deadline: 27 January 2017 The European Union (EU) is seeking proposals from eligible organizations for a programme entitled “Support to Civil Society in the Republic of Moldova” with an aim to contribute to the development of civil society in becoming a stronger actor, including in actively … [Read more...] about EU Call for Proposals: Support to Civil Society in the Republic of Moldova
Gender Equality & Social Inclusion Small Grants: Inviting CBOs, CSOs and other Citizen Groups in Ghana
Deadline: 5 January 2017 STAR- Ghana is accepting proposals from eligible organizations for its Gender Equality & Social Inclusion (GESI) Small Grants Component with an aim to support CBOs/NGOs with a district or community base to pilot or test innovative (promising and new) strategies with … [Read more...] about Gender Equality & Social Inclusion Small Grants: Inviting CBOs, CSOs and other Citizen Groups in Ghana
U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe, Malawi: 2017 Small Grants Program
Deadline: 31 January 2017 The Embassy of the United States of America, with funding from the United States African Development Foundation, is seeking proposals for funding under the 2017 Small Grants Program, which seeks to support innovative and sustainable income generating projects implemented … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe, Malawi: 2017 Small Grants Program
DFID: Implementing Green Economic Growth Programme (GEGP) for Papua Provinces in Indonesia
Deadline: 9 January 2017 The UK's Department for International Development (DFID) is currently seeking applications from service providers for implementing Green Economic Growth Programme (GEGP) for Papua Provinces in Indonesia. The rate of deforestation in Papua has been historically low compared … [Read more...] about DFID: Implementing Green Economic Growth Programme (GEGP) for Papua Provinces in Indonesia
Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy to Turkey: Seeking Applications for Small Grants Program
Deadline: 6 January 2017 The Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy to Turkey is seeking applications for its Small Grants Program. Preference will be given to individuals and organizations with a proven track record of executing superior cultural and NGO events and programs. Applications with … [Read more...] about Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy to Turkey: Seeking Applications for Small Grants Program
ESRC Brexit Priority Grants: UK in a Changing Europe
Deadline: 25 January 2017 The Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) is inviting proposals from leading researchers for its "Brexit Priority Grants" as part of the Council’s UK in a Changing Europe initiative. These are to support a range of activities including research synthesis, user … [Read more...] about ESRC Brexit Priority Grants: UK in a Changing Europe
IFA Call for Project Proposals 2017: Inviting Applicants from Arab Countries for its CrossCulture Plus Programme
Deadline: 31 January 2017 The Institute for Foreign Relations (IFA) is seeking proposals for its programme entitled "CrossCulture Plus 2017" with an aim to support the on-going transformation process, to increase political participation, to strengthen civil society and to empower women and youth … [Read more...] about IFA Call for Project Proposals 2017: Inviting Applicants from Arab Countries for its CrossCulture Plus Programme
UN Women SAMCO: Seeking Quotations for Value Chain Analysis in the Renewable Energy Sector in South Africa
Deadline: 13 December 2016 The United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women South Africa (UN Women SAMCO) is seeking quotations for the "Value Chain Analysis in the Renewable Energy Sector in South Africa" to develop innovative solutions on preventing gender based violence … [Read more...] about UN Women SAMCO: Seeking Quotations for Value Chain Analysis in the Renewable Energy Sector in South Africa
Apply for The European Fund for the Balkans Fellowship Program!
Deadline: 15 December 2016 The European Fund for the Balkans (EFB) is seeking applications for its "Flagship Fellowship Programme for Government Officials". It is a one-year practice-oriented educational programme which is supporting the Western Balkans’ administrations by educating and motivating … [Read more...] about Apply for The European Fund for the Balkans Fellowship Program!
Apply for The McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism: Applications Open Worldwide!
Deadline: 15 December 2016 The Harold W. McGraw, Jr. Center for Business Journalism, an initiative of the City University of New York Graduate School of Journalism, is offering Business Journalism Fellowships to accomplished business journalists to support in-depth, ambitious coverage of critical … [Read more...] about Apply for The McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism: Applications Open Worldwide!
Russell Sage Foundation Grants: The Social, Economic and Political Effects of the Affordable Care Act
Deadline: 9 January 2017 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
MEPI Local Grants Annual Program Statement: Supporting Partnerships with and among the People of MENA
Deadline: 3 April 2017 The Office of Assistance Coordination’s Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI) Program is seeking proposals from single-country for its Local Grants Program. The Local Grants Program serves as MEPI’s most direct means of supporting partnerships with and among the people of … [Read more...] about MEPI Local Grants Annual Program Statement: Supporting Partnerships with and among the People of MENA
Apply for The Spiritual Ecology Fellowship Program in United States!
Deadline: 15 March 2017 Applications are open for "The Spiritual Ecology Fellowship" with an aim to support its mission to create a future where universal spiritual values form the foundation of how we care for our common home. The fellowship is designed to offer an experience of deep study and … [Read more...] about Apply for The Spiritual Ecology Fellowship Program in United States!
Michael Cornish Charitable Trust: Inviting Organisations Based in the UK
Deadline: 9 January 2017 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
World Bank’s Ideas for Action Competition: Inviting Students and Young Professionals Worldwide
Deadline: 31 December 2016 The World Bank Group and the Zicklin Center for Business Ethics Research at the Wharton School is inviting students and young professionals from around the world for its third global Ideas for Action Competition in order to develop and share their ideas for financing … [Read more...] about World Bank’s Ideas for Action Competition: Inviting Students and Young Professionals Worldwide
IOM Call for Proposals: Socio-Economic Inclusion of Minority Communities to Support Long Term Reconciliation in Kosovo
Deadline: 15 December 2016 The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in partnership with Caritas Kosovo, AKTIV, and Centre for Communities Development is seeking applications for its project “Socio-economic inclusion of minority communities to support long term reconciliation”, funded by … [Read more...] about IOM Call for Proposals: Socio-Economic Inclusion of Minority Communities to Support Long Term Reconciliation in Kosovo
National Contest on Social Innovation: Celebrating Pravasi Bhartiya Divas 2017
Deadline: 5th December 2016 The Ministry of External Affairs (Economic Diplomacy Division) along with NITI Aayog (Atal Innovation Mission) invites applications from individuals and organizations for participating in the National Contest on Social Innovation. The Contest shall identify and showcase … [Read more...] about National Contest on Social Innovation: Celebrating Pravasi Bhartiya Divas 2017
DFID: Inviting Applicants for the Afghanistan Investment Climate Programme (AICP)
Deadline: 28 February 2017 The UK's Department of International Development (DFID) is currently seeking applications from the service providers to undertake the rule of Independent Evaluation Agent (IEA) for the Afghanistan Investment Climate Programme (AICP). The IEA will undertake independent … [Read more...] about DFID: Inviting Applicants for the Afghanistan Investment Climate Programme (AICP)
UNDP/GEF: Seeking EOIs to Promote Green Urban Development in Georgia
Deadline: 1 December 2016 United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has launched a call for expression of Interest under the project “Green Cities: Integrated Sustainable Urban Transport for the city of Batumi and the Achara Region (ISTBAR)" with an aim to promote green urban development in … [Read more...] about UNDP/GEF: Seeking EOIs to Promote Green Urban Development in Georgia
Apply for USDA Borlaug Fellowship Program in Georgia!
Deadline: 30 November 2016 The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is pleased to announce the 2017 Norman E. Borlaug International Agricultural Science and Technology Fellowship Program (Borlaug Fellowship Program) for Georgia. The Borlaug Fellowship Program promotes food security and … [Read more...] about Apply for USDA Borlaug Fellowship Program in Georgia!
United States Embassy in Georgia: Democracy Outreach/Alumni Program
Deadline: 15 January 2017 The U.S. Embassy is currently inviting applicants for its Democracy Outreach/Alumni Program to provide support for U.S. Government (USG) alumni activities. Program Overview The Program allows posts to Provide individual grants to Georgian USG alumni, for … [Read more...] about United States Embassy in Georgia: Democracy Outreach/Alumni Program
EPoD Labour Market Research Grant: Improving Labor Market Outcomes in Saudi Arabia
Deadline: 23 December 2016 Evidence for Policy Design (EPoD) at Harvard Kennedy School is accepting proposals for its Labor Market Research in Saudi Arabia with an aim to improve labor market outcomes in Saudi Arabia. Research can also focus on building a better bridge between economic theory and … [Read more...] about EPoD Labour Market Research Grant: Improving Labor Market Outcomes in Saudi Arabia
Swedish Institute’s Seed Funding: Contributing towards Sustainable Growth in Baltic Sea Region
Deadline: 1 February 2017 Would you and your colleagues like to develop your international relations in the region, improve your competence in Baltic Sea regional cooperation and increase knowledge in your collaborative field? If yes, then apply for Seed Funding from the Swedish Institute. The … [Read more...] about Swedish Institute’s Seed Funding: Contributing towards Sustainable Growth in Baltic Sea Region
YSEALI Seeds for the Future Small Grants for young leaders in Southeast Asia
Deadline: 2 December 2016 The Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) is currently seeking applications for its small grants competition for young leaders in Southeast Asia on Seeds for the Future program. The competition provides funding for the region’s most promising young leaders to … [Read more...] about YSEALI Seeds for the Future Small Grants for young leaders in Southeast Asia
Interreg North-West Europe 4th Call for Project Proposals: Supporting Transnational Cooperation Initiatives across North-West Europe
Deadline: 18 November 2016 The fourth Interreg North-West Europe (NWE) is currently seeking project proposals for its transnational cooperation initiatives that can deliver concrete results for the North-West Europe area and its citizens. This Programme is one of the fifteen transnational … [Read more...] about Interreg North-West Europe 4th Call for Project Proposals: Supporting Transnational Cooperation Initiatives across North-West Europe
IGC Call for Proposals: Promoting Sustainable Growth by Providing Demand-led Policy
Deadline: 5 December 2016 The International Growth Centre (IGC) is currently inviting applicants for research funding through its open call for proposals across four research themes: State; Firms; Energy; and Cities with an aim to promote sustainable growth in developing countries by providing … [Read more...] about IGC Call for Proposals: Promoting Sustainable Growth by Providing Demand-led Policy
EU Grant Scheme: Implementation of Projects for Increasing the Competitiveness of the Beneficiary Country
Deadline: 23 December 2016 The European Union (EU) is currently accepting proposals from eligible organisations for a programme entitled “Grant Scheme for Implementation of Projects for Increasing the Competitiveness of the Beneficiary Country” with an aim to encourage the activity of the various … [Read more...] about EU Grant Scheme: Implementation of Projects for Increasing the Competitiveness of the Beneficiary Country
U.S. Department of State: U.S. Embassy Tokyo PAS Annual Program Statement
Deadline: 30 September 2016 The U.S. Embassy Tokyo Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State has announced small grants program, awarding a limited number of grants to individuals, non-governmental organizations, think tanks, academic institutions, and other organizations to … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of State: U.S. Embassy Tokyo PAS Annual Program Statement
Washington Center for Equitable Growth Request for Proposals 2017: Providing Grants up to $100,000 to U.S. Applicants
Deadline: 10 March 2017 The Washington Center for Equitable Growth is open for applications and invites proposals for Doctoral/Post-Doctoral Grants. Equitable Growth supports inquiry utilizing many different kinds of evidence, relying on a variety of methodological approaches and cutting across … [Read more...] about Washington Center for Equitable Growth Request for Proposals 2017: Providing Grants up to $100,000 to U.S. Applicants
The Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust: Seeking Applications for the Sustainable Future Program in UK
Deadline: 28 November 2016 Applications are open for Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust's Sustainable Future Program with focus on developing and promoting sustainable, low-carbon alternatives to the current consumerist and growth-based paradigm. JRCT is deeply concerned about climate change and its … [Read more...] about The Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust: Seeking Applications for the Sustainable Future Program in UK
WBIF Technical Assistance Grants: Addressing Socio-economic Development Projects in Western Balkans Region
Deadline: 30 November 2016 The Western Balkans Investment Framework (WBIF) is a joint initiative of the European Commission (Commission), the European Investment Bank (EIB), the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), the Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB), the Kreditanstalt … [Read more...] about WBIF Technical Assistance Grants: Addressing Socio-economic Development Projects in Western Balkans Region
EU-ENPARD II: Improving Employment and Living Conditions in the Rural Areas of Georgia
Deadline: 15 December 2016 The European Union (EU) is currently accepting proposals from eligible organisations for its European Neighbourhood Programme for Agriculture and Rural Development in Georgia (ENPARD II) with an aim to improve employment and living conditions in the rural areas through … [Read more...] about EU-ENPARD II: Improving Employment and Living Conditions in the Rural Areas of Georgia
OpenIDEO Youth Empowerment Challenge: Expanding Economic Opportunities for Youth in East Africa
Deadline: 31 October 2016 Do you love challenges? Do you have ideas how to expand economic opportunities for youth in East Africa? Do you have solutions including ideas that motivate and inspire youth, build skills that allow them to participate in the economy, support their transition into … [Read more...] about OpenIDEO Youth Empowerment Challenge: Expanding Economic Opportunities for Youth in East Africa
U.S. Embassy Community Engagement Grants: Providing Educational, Economic and Cultural Opportunities in Macedonia
Deadline: 1 November 2016 The U.S. Embassy in Skopje is seeking applications for its "Community Engagement Grants" to support innovative projects focused on community outreach and development. Community Engagement Grants Program is awarded to individuals and non-governmental organizations to … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Community Engagement Grants: Providing Educational, Economic and Cultural Opportunities in Macedonia
USDA Call for Applications 2017: E. Borlaug International Agricultural Science and Technology Fellowship Program
Deadline: 30 November 2016 The U.S. Department of Agriculture is seeking applications for its "Borlaug Fellowships", offering training and collaborative research opportunities to scientists, researchers, and policymakers from 32 eligible countries. The Borlaug Fellowship Program provides … [Read more...] about USDA Call for Applications 2017: E. Borlaug International Agricultural Science and Technology Fellowship Program
Champion for Change Programme: Increasing Awareness about Women’s Economic Empowerment Worldwide
Deadline: 1 November 2016 Are you passionate about gender equality and women's economic empowerment? Would you like to apply your skills to make a difference in your own community and beyond? Do you have access to the internet? If yes, then apply for the Champion of Change programme. UN Women's … [Read more...] about Champion for Change Programme: Increasing Awareness about Women’s Economic Empowerment Worldwide
RSSAF Grant Program: Supporting Economic, Political and Social Development in Sub-Saharan Africa
Deadline: 4 November 2016 The Rhodes Scholars Southern Africa Forum (RSSAF) is inviting applicants from Sub-Saharan Africa for its Grant program with an aim to promote and support programs of economic, political and social development in sub-Saharan Africa. RSSAF aims to channel the resources … [Read more...] about RSSAF Grant Program: Supporting Economic, Political and Social Development in Sub-Saharan Africa
DFID Call for Applications: Youth Skills for Economic Growth in the Eastern Caribbean
Deadline: 21 November 2016 The UK's Department for International Development (DFID) is currently seeking applications for its programme titled- Youth Skills for Economic Growth in the Eastern Caribbean. The programme covers 4 of DFID Caribbean’s 8 focus countries - 4 of the poorest Eastern … [Read more...] about DFID Call for Applications: Youth Skills for Economic Growth in the Eastern Caribbean
Partnership for Action on Green Economy: Providing Financial and Technical Support
Deadline: 31 December 2016 The Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE) is seeking applications with an aim to provide partner countries with financial and technical support to improve economic policies around sustainability to foster economic growth, create income and jobs, reduce poverty … [Read more...] about Partnership for Action on Green Economy: Providing Financial and Technical Support
Russell Sage Foundation’s Small Grants in Behavioral Economics
Deadline: Ongoing The Russell Sage Behavioral Economics Roundtable offers small grants to support high quality research in behavioral economics and to encourage young investigators to enter this developing field. The Small Grants in Behavioral Economics support projects that examine how cognitive … [Read more...] about Russell Sage Foundation’s Small Grants in Behavioral Economics
ACBAR Call for Proposals: Capacity Building Fund (A) Innovation Window for Afghanistan
Deadline: 17 October 2016 The Agency Coordinating Body for Afghan Relief and Development (ACBAR) is currently accepting proposals for its program titled- Capacity Building Fund Innovation & System Strengthening Window. The Innovation Window supports innovations to improve access to and usage … [Read more...] about ACBAR Call for Proposals: Capacity Building Fund (A) Innovation Window for Afghanistan
Embassy of Canada to Brazil: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives 2016-17
Deadline: 9 October 2016 The Embassy of Canada to Brazil is currently seeking proposals for its Canada Fund for Local Initiatives program, a major tool of the Canadian government to strengthen relations between Canada, the Brazilian civil society and the local communities, helping to build networks … [Read more...] about Embassy of Canada to Brazil: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives 2016-17
SIDA International Training Programme: Productive Employment and Decent Work for Sustainable Development
Deadline: 12 November 2016 The Swedish Public Employment Service and the Swedish International Development Agency (Sida) are seeking applicants for its International Training Programme, “Productive Employment and Decent Work for Sustainable Development” with an aim to strengthen the capacity of … [Read more...] about SIDA International Training Programme: Productive Employment and Decent Work for Sustainable Development
LIFT Call for Proposals: Safe Migration and Empowerment for Migrant Women in Urban Centres in Myanmar
Deadline: 24 October 2016 The Livelihoods and Food Security Trust Fund (LIFT) is seeking proposals from qualified organisations for its programme entitiled “Safe Migration and Empowerment for Migrant Women in Urban Centres” in order to implement projects that enhance the benefits and decrease the … [Read more...] about LIFT Call for Proposals: Safe Migration and Empowerment for Migrant Women in Urban Centres in Myanmar
