Deadline: 29-Dec-2025 The Australian Embassy invites organizations in Mongolia to apply for grants under the Direct Aid Program (DAP) for 2025–26. Funding supports projects in agriculture, climate change, education, health, youth, GEDSI, and human rights, with grants up to AUD 30,000 for one-year … [Read more...] about Open Call for Direct Aid Program (Mongolia)
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Public Call to Civil Society Organizations/Non-Governmental Organizations (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Deadline: 19-Dec-2025 The City of Tuzla, in partnership with the ReLOaD3 Program, invites civil society organizations (CSOs) from Bosnia and Herzegovina to submit project proposals addressing social inclusion, human rights, gender equality, environmental protection, and youth empowerment. Grants … [Read more...] about Public Call to Civil Society Organizations/Non-Governmental Organizations (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
CFPs: Strengthening the Macadamia Nuts Export Value Chain in Rwanda through Organic Certification
Deadline: 12-Dec-2025 The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) has launched the ELPS Partnership Initiative to strengthen sustainable global supply chains and empower smallholder farmers in Rwanda. The program focuses on improving supply chain quality, sustainability, and market … [Read more...] about CFPs: Strengthening the Macadamia Nuts Export Value Chain in Rwanda through Organic Certification
Request for Proposals: Anti-Racism Grant Program in Canada
Deadline: 19-Dec-2025 The Alberta Anti‑Racism Grant Program supports community organizations, Indigenous governments, and post-secondary institutions in Alberta to implement projects that educate the public about racism, promote cultural diversity, and build organizational capacity for anti-racism … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Anti-Racism Grant Program in Canada
Grants for Civil Society and Human Rights Organizations in Costa Rica
Deadline: 04-Mar-2026 The European Commission invites civil society organizations in Costa Rica and the wider region to apply for funding to advance human rights, democracy, and inclusive development. Total funding of EUR 2,160,000 is available across two lots, supporting projects that promote … [Read more...] about Grants for Civil Society and Human Rights Organizations in Costa Rica
Entries open for Climate Action Engagement Fund
Deadline: 26-Jan-2026 The CAN Europe has announced a call for proposals under the Climate Action Engagement Fund with an aim to provide financial support to organisations and groups promoting just transition and climate justice in the European Union. Overview of the Climate Action Engagement … [Read more...] about Entries open for Climate Action Engagement Fund
Call for Proposals: Cultural Advocacy Initiative in Egypt
Deadline: 20-Dec-2025 The Minority Rights Group invites Egyptian organizations to submit proposals for cultural advocacy projects that amplify the rights, voices, and experiences of religious, ethnic, and gender minorities. Grants of up to €7,000 support inclusive storytelling, creative media, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Cultural Advocacy Initiative in Egypt
CFPs: Building Pathways to Justice for Persons with Disabilities (Sri Lanka)
Deadline: 05-Dec-2025 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Sri Lanka is inviting qualified NGOs and civil society organizations to implement the “Building Pathways to Justice for Persons with Disabilities” initiative under the JURE Project. The project focuses on legal empowerment, … [Read more...] about CFPs: Building Pathways to Justice for Persons with Disabilities (Sri Lanka)
Call for Projects: Thematic Programs of Civil Society and Human Rights and Democracy (Peru)
Deadline: 19-Jan-2026 The European Commission has announced a major funding call in Peru to strengthen civil society, protect human rights defenders, and expand youth employment opportunities. The call is divided into two thematic lots, with a total budget of EUR 3,338,666 supporting projects … [Read more...] about Call for Projects: Thematic Programs of Civil Society and Human Rights and Democracy (Peru)
CPFs: Financial Support to Third Parties component of the CARPET Project
Deadline: 05-Jan-2026 This funding call supports grassroots civil society organisations (CSOs) in Indonesia, Kenya, the Philippines, and South Africa to advance rights-based, community-driven transitions to green and equitable economies. Eight CSOs will receive up to EUR 87,500 each for 18-month … [Read more...] about CPFs: Financial Support to Third Parties component of the CARPET Project
Apply Now: Grants for Issue-Based Networks to Advance Policy Influence for CSOs
Deadline: 21-Dec-2025 Minority Rights Group (MRG) is offering €20,000 issue-based grants to nonprofit civil society organizations in Lebanon, Tunisia, Palestine, and Morocco. These grants support networks and coalitions working to influence policy affecting minority and marginalized … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Grants for Issue-Based Networks to Advance Policy Influence for CSOs
Call for Local Transformation and Media Projects 2026 (Mongolia)
Deadline: 31-Dec-2025 The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Mongolia invites local NGOs to submit project proposals for the 2026 Transformation and Media Funding Program, supporting human rights, civil society, media freedom, electoral participation, rule of law, equality, and environmental rights. … [Read more...] about Call for Local Transformation and Media Projects 2026 (Mongolia)
Request for Proposals: EU-funded Fellowship Programme
Deadline: 30-Dec-2025 The Eastern Partnership Civil Society Facility Fellowship Programme supports individuals from Eastern Partnership countries to drive positive societal change through community engagement and civic digital innovation. Fellows receive up to €5,000 for six-month projects focused … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: EU-funded Fellowship Programme
Call for Proposals : EU4CSOs in Ukraine 2025
Deadline: 29-Jan-2026 The European Commission has launched a strategic call for proposals to empower civil society organisations (CSOs) in Ukraine, strengthening democratic resilience, social cohesion, and inclusive development. The programme targets organisations of all sizes, particularly medium, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals : EU4CSOs in Ukraine 2025
Open Call for the 20th International Architecture Exhibition (UK and Malaysia)
Deadline: 14-Jan-2026 The British Council has opened a UK–Malaysia collaborative call for a Practitioner Team to design the British Pavilion exhibition at the 2026 Venice Architecture Biennale. The commission seeks innovative architectural responses to climate, environmental and … [Read more...] about Open Call for the 20th International Architecture Exhibition (UK and Malaysia)
Call for Applications: BIRN Investigative Journalists Programme
Deadline: 28-Feb-2026 BIRN is offering 20 investigative journalism grants of €1,140 each, along with mentoring from BIRN editors, to support in-depth reporting on key social, political, and economic issues in EU member states and EU-aspiring countries. Applications are open until February 28, 2026, … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: BIRN Investigative Journalists Programme
Open Call: The African Reproductive Justice Litigation Fund
Deadline: 12-Dec-2025 The Ahaki Foundation LIRA Fund provides grants of USD 5,000–50,000 to indigenous African organisations advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) through strategic, evidence-based litigation. Funding supports projects in Benin, Kenya, Côte d’Ivoire, Madagascar, … [Read more...] about Open Call: The African Reproductive Justice Litigation Fund
Submissions open for Human Rights Essay Award
Deadline: 03-Feb-2026 The Human Rights Essay Award invites law graduates to submit academic articles examining the right to protest under international human rights law. The 2026 theme focuses on unlawful restrictions, accountability, and legal protections, with winning essays eligible for … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Human Rights Essay Award
Apply Now: African Youth Ambassadors for Peace (4th Cohort)
Deadline: 15-Dec-2025 The African Union is inviting applications for its African Youth Ambassadors for Peace program, aimed at empowering young Africans to actively engage in peace and security initiatives. Selected ambassadors serve a two-year term advocating for youth inclusion, … [Read more...] about Apply Now: African Youth Ambassadors for Peace (4th Cohort)
Open Call for Content Production Fund
Deadline: 10-Dec-2025 The BIRN Content Production Fund supports media outlets in the Western Balkans to produce high-quality, cross-border investigative journalism. It emphasizes professional development, inclusion of underrepresented communities, and impactful multimedia … [Read more...] about Open Call for Content Production Fund
Apply Now: Major and Minor Research Projects (India)
Deadline: 15-Dec-2025 The Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) invites Indian scholars and researchers to apply for Major and Minor Research Projects for 2025–2026. Covering diverse areas such as economics, governance, social sciences, environment, technology, and … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Major and Minor Research Projects (India)
City Bridge Foundation Access to Justice (Round One) – UK
Deadline: 07-Jan-2026 The Access to Justice Programme 2025/26 Round One offers £6.5 million in funding to community-led organisations across London, supporting social welfare advice, community advocacy, and systems-change initiatives. Two grant streams—three-year Development Grants … [Read more...] about City Bridge Foundation Access to Justice (Round One) – UK
Applications open for Artist in the Community Scheme (Ireland)
Deadline: 09-Jan-2026 Cork County Council’s Artist in the Community Scheme offers grants of up to €3,000 to support collaborations between professional artists and communities across Cork County. The program promotes exploratory, process-focused creative engagement, encouraging partnerships that … [Read more...] about Applications open for Artist in the Community Scheme (Ireland)
Open Call for Hansen Leadership Institute Scholarship
Deadline: 15-Mar-2026 The Hansen Leadership Institute Scholarship is a fully funded, three-week global leadership program held from July 1–22, 2026, offering training in leadership, conflict resolution, human rights, and cross-cultural collaboration. It brings together young leaders … [Read more...] about Open Call for Hansen Leadership Institute Scholarship
Call for Applications: Rapid Response Fund
Deadline: 30-Nov-2025 APCOM’s Rapid Response Fund provides urgent, confidential, and effective support to LGBTQI+ activists and human rights defenders at risk in Eastern Europe, Central Asia, and the Asia-Pacific. The fund offers relocation, legal aid, psychological care, and essential assistance … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Rapid Response Fund
RFAs: EU NDICI Support to Civil Society, Human Rights and Democracy in Palestine
Deadline: 30-Dec-2025 The European Commission is offering EUR 5.5 million in grants to Palestinian civil society organizations to protect human rights, reinforce democratic governance, and expand civic space. Two funding lots target (1) civil society capacity and civic freedoms and (2) human rights … [Read more...] about RFAs: EU NDICI Support to Civil Society, Human Rights and Democracy in Palestine
Call for Applications: “Successful and Strong” Program in Ukraine
Deadline: 02-Dec-2025 Eastern Europe Foundation offers grants to Ukrainian civil society organizations supporting vulnerable, war-affected populations. The program funds projects addressing social, psychological, and advocacy needs, with grants ranging from 800,000 to 3,000,000 UAH for 6–12 month … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: “Successful and Strong” Program in Ukraine
Front Line Defenders Award for Human Rights Defenders at Risk 2026
Deadline: 23-Jan-2026 The Front Line Defenders 2026 Award for Human Rights Defenders at Risk recognizes courageous individuals, collectives, and organisations protecting human rights under dangerous conditions. Five laureates—one per global region—will be honored with financial support, advocacy … [Read more...] about Front Line Defenders Award for Human Rights Defenders at Risk 2026
The Dutch Human Rights Fund Program in Belarus
Deadline: 10-Dec-2025 The Netherlands and Belarus are offering an opportunity for non‑profit organisations in Belarus to apply for funding through the Dutch Human Rights Fund (HRF) and the Netherlands Fund for Regional Partnerships (NFRP‑MATRA) aimed at strengthening civil society, independent … [Read more...] about The Dutch Human Rights Fund Program in Belarus
Call for Proposals: Transition Promotion Program Projects
Deadline: 08-Dec-2025 The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Manila has announced the opening of the Transition Promotion Programme (TRANS) for Projects to be implemented in 2026 across a selected group of Pacific Island and Southeast Asian nations including the Philippines, the Federated States of … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Transition Promotion Program Projects
Call for Proposals: Local Transition and Media Projects 2026
Deadline: 30 November 2025 The Embassy of the Czech Republic in New Delhi announces a call for proposals for the Local Transition and Media Projects 2026 (LTP2026). This initiative aims to foster human rights, democracy and free media by drawing on the Czech Republic’s own transition … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Local Transition and Media Projects 2026
Call for Proposals: Local Transformation and Media Projects 2026 (Lebanon)
Deadline: 27 November 2025 The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Lebanon has issued a call for proposals for its 2026 programme aimed at transformation and media projects led by local NGOs or branches of international organisations. Projects should align with human rights and transformation … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Local Transformation and Media Projects 2026 (Lebanon)
Apply Now: Kazickas Family Foundation Grant Program in US and Lithuania
Deadline: 31 December 2025 The Kazickas Family Foundation provides general operating and project support to the areas that have significance to the family and its members. Entities working within Lithuania or from the Lithuanian diaspora in the United States are welcome to submit proposals … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Kazickas Family Foundation Grant Program in US and Lithuania
Nomination open for Simon Wiesenthal Prize 2025
Deadline: 19 December 2025 The National Fund of the Republic of Austria for Victims of National Socialism invites individuals and groups from civil society to submit an entry for the Simon Wiesenthal Prize 2025. Participants may apply on their own behalf or nominate others, enabling a broad … [Read more...] about Nomination open for Simon Wiesenthal Prize 2025
Submissions open for EU:CD Fellowship Programme
Deadline: 16 November 2025 The EU Cyber Diplomacy Initiative — EU Cyber Direct is excited to announce the launch of the EU:CD Fellowship 2025/2026, the third edition of this flagship programme. The Fellowship will cover key themes such as cyber capacity building, international cyber stability, … [Read more...] about Submissions open for EU:CD Fellowship Programme
Call for Concept Notes: Small Grants for SRMNCAH in Malawi
Deadline: 01 December 2025 The Core Group has launched its Small Grants to improve sexual, reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, and adolescents health. The program is designed to strengthen the capacity of local organizations led by women, youth, and people with disabilities, enabling them … [Read more...] about Call for Concept Notes: Small Grants for SRMNCAH in Malawi
Request for Applications: Community Organizing Grants Program
Deadline: 31-January-2026 Each fund has a specific focus, allowing applicants to choose the one that best aligns with their mission and the communities they serve. Through these three funds, the COG initiative aims to empower small, community-based organizations to create meaningful change. By … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Community Organizing Grants Program
Call for Applications: Fraternity Fellowship Program (India)
Deadline: 15-November-2025 The fellowship aims to strengthen the leadership and institutional capacity of individuals and community groups who are advancing constitutional values at the grassroots level; support initiatives that foster dialogue, inclusion, and social harmony among marginalized … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Fraternity Fellowship Program (India)
Submissions open for Judicial Fellowship Programme
Deadline: 5-February-2026 The purpose of the trust fund is to grant fellowship awards to selected candidates who are nationals of developing countries and recently graduated from a university based in a developing country, thereby improving and guaranteeing the geographical and linguistic … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Judicial Fellowship Programme
Call for Proposals: Transition Promotion Program Projects 2026
Deadline: 8-December-2025 The call opens for projects to be implemented in 2025, with proposals due by 10 November 2024. Projects should run for up to eight months (from 1 March 2025 to 31 October 2025) and can request up to 500,000 Czech crowns in budget support. Organisations must operate as … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Transition Promotion Program Projects 2026
Thriving Young People Live Crowdfunding Event in Australia
Deadline: 1-December-2025 The focus areas of this program include homelessness, living with disability, mental health, education and employment pathways, crime reduction, youth recidivism, social and economic inclusion, social justice, and wellbeing. TFN champions grassroots organisations … [Read more...] about Thriving Young People Live Crowdfunding Event in Australia
Tackling Structural Racism and Discrimination through Community Partnerships (UK)
Deadline: 26-November-2025 The focus is on rules and processes, the way services are usually organised, and everyday behaviours and decisions. The programme seeks to work with organisations that have experience of working with Black communities, Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities, Jewish … [Read more...] about Tackling Structural Racism and Discrimination through Community Partnerships (UK)
