Deadline: 30 July 2017 The Council for Social Science Research in Africa (CODESRIA) and the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) have announced an international conference on Money, Security and Democratic Governance in Africa that will be held in Bamako, Mali on October … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: International Policy Dialogue Conference on Money, Security and Democratic Governance in Africa
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.
Applications Open for Dormant Accounts Fund!
Deadline: 26 July 2017 Pobal, on behalf of the Department of Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, the Department of Justice and Equality and the Department of Social Protection is inviting applications from eligible organisations for its Dormant Accounts Fund. The Dormant … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Dormant Accounts Fund!
Foundation for the Third Millennium: Seeking Applications from Organisation based in Switzerland and in neighboring European Countries
Deadline: 4 August 2017 Foundation for the Third Millennium is accepting applications for its funding program that promotes environmental protection and health, social justice and economic independence in balanced proportions. In order to assure reliable project oversight and adequate support, … [Read more...] about Foundation for the Third Millennium: Seeking Applications from Organisation based in Switzerland and in neighboring European Countries
Nordic Innovation Challenge 2017: Design and Manufacturing for a Circular Economy
Deadline: 1 September 2017 The LAUNCH Nordic Innovation Challenge 2017 is accepting applications to address this year’s challenge: Design and Manufacturing for a Circular Economy. LAUNCH Nordic seeks to accelerate the transition to a more sustainable society through open innovation, industry … [Read more...] about Nordic Innovation Challenge 2017: Design and Manufacturing for a Circular Economy
Hadassah Foundation Grants: Promoting Economic Empowerment of Women in Israel
Deadline: 27 July 2017 The Hadassah Foundation is currently seeking applications from Israeli organizations for its grants to promote the economic empowerment of women in that country. The Hadassah Foundation is an investor in social change for women and girls in the United States and in Israel. … [Read more...] about Hadassah Foundation Grants: Promoting Economic Empowerment of Women in Israel
MasterCard Foundation’s Fund for Rural Prosperity 2017 Competition: Improving the Lives of Poor People in Rural Africa
Deadline: 10 August 2017 Is your business working to scale up a financial product or service to transform more lives in Africa? If yes, then apply for the MasterCard Foundation Fund for Rural Prosperity Competition. The MasterCard Foundation Fund for Rural Prosperity (FRP) is seeking applications … [Read more...] about MasterCard Foundation’s Fund for Rural Prosperity 2017 Competition: Improving the Lives of Poor People in Rural Africa
U.S. Embassy in Kigali, Rwanda: Inviting Applications For Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program
Deadline: 31 July 2017 The U.S. Embassy in Kigali, Rwanda is inviting applications for its Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program that brings accomplished professionals from developing countries to the United States at a midpoint in their careers for a one year program of non-degree study and … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Kigali, Rwanda: Inviting Applications For Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program
ROMACT Call for Proposals: Grants to Support Organisations in Bulgaria, Italy, Romania and Slovakia
Deadline: 15 July 2017 The Council of Europe is seeking applications for its program entitled "Grants for Support Organisations" that aims to co-fund national projects aimed at assisting National Support Teams with the implementation of the ROMACT methodology in Bulgaria, Italy, Romania and … [Read more...] about ROMACT Call for Proposals: Grants to Support Organisations in Bulgaria, Italy, Romania and Slovakia
KSE-CDCC Call for Proposals: Support for Indonesian Pluralism Defenders Towards Positive Peace Program
Deadline: 10 July 2017 The Community of Sant'Egidio (KSE), CDCC (Centre for Dialogue and Cooperation among Civilizations) of Muhammadiyah Indonesia that is supported by Pharos Observatory is seeking proposals for its Support for Indonesian Pluralism Defenders Towards Positive Peace … [Read more...] about KSE-CDCC Call for Proposals: Support for Indonesian Pluralism Defenders Towards Positive Peace Program
Embassy of Finland Call for Concept Notes: Fund for Local Cooperation (FLC) in Tanzania
Deadline: 5 July 2017 The Embassy of Finland in Dar es Salaam is accepting concept notes from eligible organizations for its Fund for Local Cooperation (FLC) with an aim to build partnerships between the civil society organisations, private sector and the Embassy of Finland and to support the … [Read more...] about Embassy of Finland Call for Concept Notes: Fund for Local Cooperation (FLC) in Tanzania
Call for Project Proposals: BHC Bridgetown’s Economic Transparency Fund (ETF)
Deadline: 27 June 2017 The British High Commission in Bridgetown is currently seeking proposals for its Economic Transparency Fund (ETF) with an aim to strengthen institutions in support of regional economic growth. The ETF can support projects that aim to build the capacity of local, governmental … [Read more...] about Call for Project Proposals: BHC Bridgetown’s Economic Transparency Fund (ETF)
DFID Call for Applications: Strengthening Economic Growth in Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan
Deadline: 2 October 2017 The UK's Department for International Development, DFID Central Asia has launched a new competition opportunity in 2017, seeking partners for two new multi-million programmes to promote economic growth in Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan Economic Policy Facility. This programme … [Read more...] about DFID Call for Applications: Strengthening Economic Growth in Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan
Call for Expressions of Interest: Capacity Development of Myanmar’s Think Tanks
Deadline: 24 July 2017 The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) is seeking expressions of interest from Myanmar-based think tanks to receive general budget support or core funding to allow them to undertake mid to long-term planning, establish their own research priorities, and invest … [Read more...] about Call for Expressions of Interest: Capacity Development of Myanmar’s Think Tanks
Department of Health and Human Services: Community Economic Development Projects
Deadline: 24 July 2017 The Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families is seeking applications for its program entitled "Community Economic Development Projects". The CED program provides funding for projects aimed at business development opportunities and … [Read more...] about Department of Health and Human Services: Community Economic Development Projects
Hungary Initiatives Foundation: Conference Support Scholarships Fall 2017
Deadline: 15 July 2017 The Hungary Initiatives Foundation is inviting interested individuals to apply for its Conference Support Scholarships Fall 2017 program to participate at workshops or conferences both in Hungary and in the United States. The Hungary Initiatives Foundation is committed to … [Read more...] about Hungary Initiatives Foundation: Conference Support Scholarships Fall 2017
Government of Canada in Hungary: Seeking Proposals for Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) 2017
Deadline: 28 June 2017 The Government of Canada in Hungary is seeking proposals for its Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) 2017 to fund small-scale bilateral projects in Official Development Assistance (ODA) eligible countries, which align with Global Affairs Canada’s thematic priority areas … [Read more...] about Government of Canada in Hungary: Seeking Proposals for Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) 2017
100 Women Grants: Advancing the Safety, Health, Education and Economic Freedom of Women and Girls in Australia
Deadline: 30 June 2017 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. 100 Women is currently accepting expressions of interest from eligible organizations for its 2017 Grant program to advance the safety, health, … [Read more...] about 100 Women Grants: Advancing the Safety, Health, Education and Economic Freedom of Women and Girls in Australia
U.S. Embassy in Banjul, the Gambia: Public Diplomacy Grants Program
Deadline: 1 August 2017 The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of U.S. Embassy in Banjul is seeking applications for its Embassy’s Public Diplomacy Grants Program. Embassy Public Diplomacy (PD) grants are intended for local representatives of civil society, including non-governmental organizations … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Banjul, the Gambia: Public Diplomacy Grants Program
U.S. Embassy Riga’s Small Grants Program: Inviting Latvian NGOs
Deadline: 22 June 2017 Applications are open for the U.S. Embassy Riga’s Small Grants Program to support initiatives that contribute to more open and competitive political and economic systems and the protection of human rights. Program The implementing office at the Embassy is the Public … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Riga’s Small Grants Program: Inviting Latvian NGOs
ERANETMED Third Joint Call: Fostering Sustainable Water Management for the Economic Growth of the Mediterranean Region
Deadline: 14 July 2017 Applications are open for ERANETMED Third Joint Call that aims to coordinate research activities of the different national research programmers from EU Members States, Associated Countries and Mediterranean Partner Countries. The objective of this call is to strengthen the … [Read more...] about ERANETMED Third Joint Call: Fostering Sustainable Water Management for the Economic Growth of the Mediterranean Region
Interreg Europe Third Call for Proposals: Improving the Performance of Regional Development Policy Instruments
Deadline: 30 June 2017 The Interreg Europe programme, financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), is seeking proposals, in order to contribute to promote actions to make the European territory more innovative, more sustainable, and more inclusive by supporting policy learning among … [Read more...] about Interreg Europe Third Call for Proposals: Improving the Performance of Regional Development Policy Instruments
DFID: Support for the Federal Government of Somalia to Strengthen Domestic Revenue Generation and Macroeconomic Management 2017 – 2020
Deadline: 19 June 2017 The UK's Department for International Development (DFID) in Somalia is currently seeking applications to deliver a programme supporting the Federal Government of Somalia on domestic revenue mobilisation and macroeconomic management. An Early Market Engagement Event is … [Read more...] about DFID: Support for the Federal Government of Somalia to Strengthen Domestic Revenue Generation and Macroeconomic Management 2017 – 2020
DLI Innovation Challenge: Providing Grants to Tanzanians for Making a Difference in People’s Lives
Deadline: 21 June 2017 Applications are open for the Data for Local Impact (DLI) Innovation Challenge that will award grants to Tanzanians (both individuals and organizations) who have creative ideas about how to use or combine data including open data in new ways to gain insights or empower people … [Read more...] about DLI Innovation Challenge: Providing Grants to Tanzanians for Making a Difference in People’s Lives
German Embassy in Nepal: Applications Open for Small Scale Project Funding
Deadline: 30 October 2017 The Embassy of Federal Republic of Germany in Kathmandu, Nepal, is currently accepting applications for its Small Scale Project Funding. Special attention shall be given to the needs of women, children, handicapped people, and other disadvantaged groups. Projects … [Read more...] about German Embassy in Nepal: Applications Open for Small Scale Project Funding
DFID: Apply for Flexible Governance and Stability Fund – Zimbabwe
Deadline: 19 June 2017 The UK's Department for International Development (DFID) is currently seeking applications for Flexible Governance and Stability Fund - Zimbabwe. The programme would aim to support economic governance reforms in Zimbabwe, thereby creating an enabling environment for economic … [Read more...] about DFID: Apply for Flexible Governance and Stability Fund – Zimbabwe
Applications Open for USAID Private Sector Development Activity Grants Program!
Deadline: 4 June 2018 The USAID Private Sector Development Activity that is funded by USAID and implemented by Nathan Associates Inc. (Nathan), is currently inviting civil society organizations (CSOs), community-based organizations (CBOs), non-profit organizations, private-sector associations, and … [Read more...] about Applications Open for USAID Private Sector Development Activity Grants Program!
USAID-Kosovo: Seeking Grant Applications for EMPOWER Private Sector Project
Deadline: 31 December 2017 The USAID EMPOWER Private Sector in partnership with SIDA has issued a call for applications to finance innovative activities that create jobs and advance economic development. The project focuses on certain sectors but also supports significant job creation opportunities … [Read more...] about USAID-Kosovo: Seeking Grant Applications for EMPOWER Private Sector Project
The U.S. Mission to the European Union: Call for Proposals to Strengthen U.S.-EU Relationship
Deadline: 7 July 2017 The U.S. Mission to the European Union (USEU) Public Affairs Section is soliciting proposals for projects aimed at EU audiences with the goal of: increasing the discussion and understanding of foreign policy and economic priorities important to the U.S.-EU … [Read more...] about The U.S. Mission to the European Union: Call for Proposals to Strengthen U.S.-EU Relationship
Embassy of Finland in Windhoek: Fund for Local Cooperation to Improve the Functioning of Civil Society in Namibia
Deadline: 2 July 2017 The Embassy of Finland in Windhoek is seeking applications from eligible organizations for its Fund for Local Cooperation (FLC) with an aim to improve the functioning of civil society and capacity of private sector for implementing projects for socio-economically and … [Read more...] about Embassy of Finland in Windhoek: Fund for Local Cooperation to Improve the Functioning of Civil Society in Namibia
EU Call for Proposals: Enhancing Business Support Organisations and Business Networks in the Southern Neighbourhood
Deadline: 18 July 2017 The European Union (EU) is currently accepting proposals from eligible organisations for a program entitled “Enhancing business support organisations and business networks in the Southern Neighbourhood” to promote economic development, job creation, and inclusiveness in the … [Read more...] about EU Call for Proposals: Enhancing Business Support Organisations and Business Networks in the Southern Neighbourhood
Australian Embassy in Mongolia: Seeking Applications for Direct Aid Program (DAP) 2017-18
Deadline: 23 June 2017 The Australian Embassy in Mongolia is currently accepting applications from eligible organisations for its Direct Aid Program (DAP) 2017-18 to contribute towards economic growth and poverty reduction. Priority Sectors Health, with a focus on community health, … [Read more...] about Australian Embassy in Mongolia: Seeking Applications for Direct Aid Program (DAP) 2017-18
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Call for Proposals: 2017 Danida Market Development Partnerships
Deadline: 15 September 2017 The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is currently accepting proposals for its 2017 Danida Market Development Partnerships with an aim to contribute to sustainable economic growth in developing countries within the framework of the Sustainable Development Goals. The … [Read more...] about Ministry of Foreign Affairs Call for Proposals: 2017 Danida Market Development Partnerships
MOST-TACR Joint Call for Proposals: Taiwanese-Czech Bilateral Co-funding R&D Projects
Deadline: 19 July 2017 The Ministry of Science and Technology of the Republic of China (MOST) and the Technology Agency of the Czech Republic (TACR) have announced Taiwanese-Czech Bilateral Co-funding R&D Projects. Joint R&D projects focus on developing innovative products and … [Read more...] about MOST-TACR Joint Call for Proposals: Taiwanese-Czech Bilateral Co-funding R&D Projects
Atkinson Foundation: Supporting Individuals to attain Highest Potential in areas of Educational, Social, and Economic Life
Deadline: 1 August 2017 Atkinson Foundation is seeking applications from US organisations to provide assistance, support and training for individuals to attain their highest potential in areas of educational, social, and economic life; to assist their efforts to become independent and … [Read more...] about Atkinson Foundation: Supporting Individuals to attain Highest Potential in areas of Educational, Social, and Economic Life
EU 4 Youth Programme: Fostering Employability and Active Participation of Young People
Deadline: 11 July 2017 The European Union (EU) is currently accepting proposals from eligible organisations for its “EU 4 Youth Programme Grant Scheme” with an aim to foster the employability and the active participation of young people in society and economy, by developing skills needed in the … [Read more...] about EU 4 Youth Programme: Fostering Employability and Active Participation of Young People
Apply for World Bank’s #LACfeaturegraph Blog Contest: A Chance to Voice Your Views on Poverty & Inequality
Deadline: 15 June 2017 Are you a student or a young professional passionate about development and data? Do you care about poverty and inequality in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC)? Then this blog contest is for you. To help promote and showcase innovative and promising blogs LACfeaturegraph … [Read more...] about Apply for World Bank’s #LACfeaturegraph Blog Contest: A Chance to Voice Your Views on Poverty & Inequality
Australian Embassy in Zimbabwe: Seeking Applications for Direct Aid Program
Deadline: 1 July 2017 The Australian Embassy in Zimbabwe is seeking applications for its Direct Aid Program, a flexible small grants program funded by the Australian Government and managed through the Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade (DFAT) overseas posts. The program aims to support … [Read more...] about Australian Embassy in Zimbabwe: Seeking Applications for Direct Aid Program
Apply to Participate in Super Happiness Challenge under the Project HeHa!
Deadline: 17 August 2017 How can we help people achieve super happiness, and co-create a happier world? Join the Super Happiness challenge if your idea or startup can make the world a happier place. The Super Happiness Challenge is one of the first initiatives of Project HeHa - a worldwide … [Read more...] about Apply to Participate in Super Happiness Challenge under the Project HeHa!
U.S. Embassy in Turkey: Seeking Applications for Small Grants Program
Deadline: 25 June 2017 The Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy in Turkey has announced its Small Grants Program to support projects that: Reinforce U.S.-Turkish Shared Values – Projects which build mutual understanding and promote U.S. culture, including music, art, sports, and … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Turkey: Seeking Applications for Small Grants Program
Applications Open for Safaricom Foundation’s T4G Accelerator 2017 for Kenyan Youths!
Deadline: 2 June 2017 The Safaricom Foundation is inviting applicants for its Technology for Good Accelerator (T4G) 2017, a three months long incubation and seed-funding program that empowers entrepreneurs to launch globally scalable mobile tech driven startups that solve relevant local … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Safaricom Foundation’s T4G Accelerator 2017 for Kenyan Youths!
U.S. Embassy in Sudan: Seeking Applications for Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program
Deadline: 30 July 2017 The United States Embassy in Sudan is seeking applications for the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program. The Humphrey Fellowship brings accomplished young and mid-career professionals with leadership potential to the United States for a year of non-degree graduate-level … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Sudan: Seeking Applications for Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program
British Council: Newton Fund Researcher Links Trilateral Workshop Grants
Deadline: 13 June 2017 The British Council is inviting applicants for its Newton Fund's Researcher Links Trilateral Workshops grants. The workshop will bring together early-career researchers from the UK and two partner countries, to allow them to make international connections that can improve the … [Read more...] about British Council: Newton Fund Researcher Links Trilateral Workshop Grants
Apply for Open Society Foundations’ Civil Society Leadership Awards!
Deadline: 15 July 2017 Applications are now open for Open Society Foundations’ Civil Society Leadership Awards (CSLA), providing fully-funded scholarships for master’s degree study to individuals who clearly demonstrate academic and professional excellence and a deep commitment to leading positive … [Read more...] about Apply for Open Society Foundations’ Civil Society Leadership Awards!
British Council-Newton Fund: Apply for Newton Researcher Links Workshop Grants!
Deadline: 13 June 2017 The Newton Fund, a UK Government initiative funded by the UK Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS), is seeking applications for its Newton Researcher Links Workshop Grant" with an aim to promote the economic development and welfare of either the … [Read more...] about British Council-Newton Fund: Apply for Newton Researcher Links Workshop Grants!
U.S. Department of State, Bureau of ECA: International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) 2018
Deadline: 13 July 2017 The Office of International Visitors, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA/PE/V), United States Department of State (DOS), announces an open competition for up to eight assistance awards to administer the FY 2018 International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) to … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of State, Bureau of ECA: International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) 2018
Impact Fund Grants: Advancing Economic, Environmental and Social Justice throughout the US
Deadline: 18 July 2017 Applications are currently being accepted for the Impact Fund grants program for the Fall 2017 program awarding grants to legal services nonprofits, private attorneys, and/or small law firms who seek to advance justice in the areas of civil and human rights, environmental … [Read more...] about Impact Fund Grants: Advancing Economic, Environmental and Social Justice throughout the US
Bank of America Charitable Foundation: Economic Mobility by Addressing Community Development Needs
Deadline: 2 June 2017 Bank of America Charitable Foundation is currently seeking applications for its funding program to focus on economic mobility by addressing community developed needs through investments such as affordable housing, community revitalization, arts, and the environment. Economic … [Read more...] about Bank of America Charitable Foundation: Economic Mobility by Addressing Community Development Needs
ANZ New Zealand Staff Foundation: Supporting Charities across New Zealand
Deadline: 15 August 2017 The ANZ New Zealand Staff Foundation grants program are is currently open and inviting applications from the charities based in New Zealand, registered by the Charities Commission. Funding Criteria The Foundation supports charitable organisations whose work fulfils one or … [Read more...] about ANZ New Zealand Staff Foundation: Supporting Charities across New Zealand
Applications Open for II. Annual Youth Summit for Young Entrepreneurs Worldwide!
Deadline: 21 May 2017 Co-Opinion is seeking applications for its II. Annual Youth Summit entitled “Youth Empowerment: Socio-Economic Inclusion of Young People” to be held on 16th-18th of June, 2017, at Kadir Has University, Istanbul. The summit is an international certificate program that … [Read more...] about Applications Open for II. Annual Youth Summit for Young Entrepreneurs Worldwide!
Apply for U.S. Bank Foundation’s Community Possible Grant Program!
Deadline: Various The U.S. Bank Foundation is currently seeking applications for its Community Possible Grant Program, designed to embrace the diversity in communities. In 2017, the U.S. Bank Foundation will require applications for grants according to the Community Possible focus area that most … [Read more...] about Apply for U.S. Bank Foundation’s Community Possible Grant Program!
