Deadline: 28-Feb-2026 The Dauphin & District Community Foundation (DDCF) provides grants to CRA-registered charities and qualified donees for projects that improve quality of life in the City of Dauphin and the Rural Municipality of Dauphin, Manitoba. Funding supports community leadership, … [Read more...] about Enhancing Quality of Life: Dauphin Community Foundation Grants (Canada)
Latest Grants and Resources for Human Rights
View the latest grant funding and resources in the area of Human Rights for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals around the world.
Networking Grants for EaP CSOs to Support Regional Collaboration
Deadline: 13-Mar-2026 The Transatlantic Foundation, in partnership with the Black Sea Trust for Regional Cooperation, offers networking grants of EUR 30,000 to civil society organizations (CSOs) in Eastern Partnership (EaP) countries. The grants support regional collaboration, … [Read more...] about Networking Grants for EaP CSOs to Support Regional Collaboration
Applications open for Tulip Youth Academy Program (Moldova)
Deadline: 19-Feb-2026 The Tulip Youth Academy Program 2026 is a civic leadership initiative launched by the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in partnership with the Institute for European Policies and Reforms. Open to young people aged 18–30 in Moldova, the two-stage program … [Read more...] about Applications open for Tulip Youth Academy Program (Moldova)
RFPs: Pau Casals UNESCO Chair Research Grant Program
Deadline: 12-Apr-2026 The Pau Casals UNESCO Chair Research Grant Program 2026 provides €2,000 to support early-stage research projects exploring music, culture, peace, democracy, and human rights. Open to applicants of any nationality, the program supports university-linked research … [Read more...] about RFPs: Pau Casals UNESCO Chair Research Grant Program
The Canada Fund for Local Initiative 2026 – Paraguay
Deadline: 04-Mar-2026 The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) provides small-scale grants (typically $20,000–$30,000, up to $100,000) to support locally led development projects aligned with Canada’s priorities in democratic governance, peace and security, and inclusive economic … [Read more...] about The Canada Fund for Local Initiative 2026 – Paraguay
Call for Proposals: Supporting Minority Rights Initiatives in Moldova
Deadline: 26-Feb-2026 The UN Human Rights Moldova is offering grants of up to $47,000 to strengthen minority rights through capacity-building initiatives for media, youth, and civil society organizations. Projects focus on professional training for journalists, human rights education for youth … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Supporting Minority Rights Initiatives in Moldova
Australia Awards Scholarships: Empowering Future Leaders (Myanmar)
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 Australia Awards Scholarships for Myanmar provide fully funded opportunities for emerging leaders to pursue postgraduate study in Australia in priority development sectors. The program supports education, public health, governance, gender equality, environment, … [Read more...] about Australia Awards Scholarships: Empowering Future Leaders (Myanmar)
Call for Proposals: Thematic Programme on Human Rights and Democracy (Montenegro)
Deadline: 08-May-2026 The Thematic Programme on Human Rights and Democracy 2025 in Montenegro offers civil society organisations funding to promote human rights, democracy, and social inclusion. With a total budget of €1,000,000, the programme focuses on preventing discrimination, protecting … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Thematic Programme on Human Rights and Democracy (Montenegro)
Call for Project Proposals: Strengthening Local Democracy in Berovo (North Macedonia)
Deadline: 05-Mar-2026 UNDP, in partnership with the European Union, has launched a public call for civil society organizations under the Regional Programme on Local Democracy in the Western Balkans 3 (ReLOaD3) in the Municipality of Berovo. The call supports projects in local economic development, … [Read more...] about Call for Project Proposals: Strengthening Local Democracy in Berovo (North Macedonia)
MATRA 2026: Funding Opportunity to Strengthen Democracy and Rule of Law (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Deadline: 01-Apr-2026 The Netherlands Fund for Regional Partnerships (NFRP) has launched the MATRA 2026 Open Call for Proposals to support social transformation in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The program funds civil society–led projects that strengthen rule of law, human rights, media freedom, … [Read more...] about MATRA 2026: Funding Opportunity to Strengthen Democracy and Rule of Law (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Supporting Community-Led Projects through CFLI Funding (Argentina)
Deadline: 04-Mar-2026 The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) supports small-scale, high-impact projects led primarily by local partners in developing countries. The fund focuses on democratic governance and human rights, peace and security, and inclusive economic growth. Grants typically … [Read more...] about Supporting Community-Led Projects through CFLI Funding (Argentina)
UN Women CFPs: Migration and Gender Equality Survey (South Africa)
Deadline: 19-Feb-2026 UN Women South Africa invites organizations to partner with Statistics South Africa to implement a gender-responsive migration survey. The project aims to generate sex-disaggregated data on migrant women’s experiences, informing safe, rights-based, and gender-sensitive … [Read more...] about UN Women CFPs: Migration and Gender Equality Survey (South Africa)
Call for Proposals: Women’s Participation in Peace and Security Efforts (Ethiopia)
Deadline: 17-Feb-2026 UN Women Ethiopia is inviting civil society organizations (CSOs) to implement a time-bound partnership under the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) and Humanitarian Action Programme. The initiative aims to strengthen women’s leadership, institutional capacity, and inclusive … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Women’s Participation in Peace and Security Efforts (Ethiopia)
RFAs: Project Support for Finnish Non-Governmental Organizations (Finland)
Deadline: 27-Feb-2026 The Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland has opened a call for project support for Finnish non-governmental organizations to implement development cooperation projects for the 2027–2030 period. The funding supports civil society strengthening, human rights, gender equality, … [Read more...] about RFAs: Project Support for Finnish Non-Governmental Organizations (Finland)
Call for EOIs: Palestinian Students’ Film Initiative to Promote Gender Equality and Human Rights
Deadline: 03-Mar-2026 The Italian Agency for Development Cooperation invites Palestinian organizations to submit expressions of interest for a service contract to organize a Palestinian Students’ Film Festival. The festival focuses on gender equality and human rights advocacy, featuring … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Palestinian Students’ Film Initiative to Promote Gender Equality and Human Rights
Nominations open for Vietnam Australia Awards
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The Vietnam Australia Awards 2027 provide scholarships for Vietnamese citizens to pursue master’s degree programs in Australia, focusing on priority areas such as agriculture, digital transformation, health, governance, and gender equality. The program aims to develop emerging … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Vietnam Australia Awards
Abilis Foundation Regional Grant Competition for Disability-Led Organizations (Ukraine)
Deadline: 04-Mar-2026 The Abilis Foundation has launched a regional grant competition to support organizations of persons with disabilities in eastern Ukraine to strengthen capacity, promote rights, and increase local participation. Grants of up to €15,000 are available for rights-based, … [Read more...] about Abilis Foundation Regional Grant Competition for Disability-Led Organizations (Ukraine)
Open Call for Confidence-Building Grant Ideas (FLIP II) – Georgia
Deadline: 17-Feb-2026 The Joint EU–UNDP Initiative for Lasting and Inclusive Peace – Phase II (FLIP II) invites locally led, confidence-building grant proposals that strengthen trust, cooperation, and inclusive peacebuilding in conflict-affected communities. With grants of up to USD 80,000 for up … [Read more...] about Open Call for Confidence-Building Grant Ideas (FLIP II) – Georgia
Call for Project Proposals: Strengthening Collaboration Between Local Governments and CSOs
Deadline: 02-Mar-2026 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), through the EU-funded ReLOaD3 programme, is inviting civil society organizations in Bosnia and Herzegovina to apply for grants that strengthen cooperation with local governments. The initiative supports … [Read more...] about Call for Project Proposals: Strengthening Collaboration Between Local Governments and CSOs
Call for Proposals: Implementation of UN Women AI School Public Cohort in Ukraine
Deadline: 15-Feb-2026 UN Women Ukraine is inviting proposals to design and deliver a gender-responsive AI School tailored to Ukraine’s war and recovery context. The initiative focuses on ethical, human-rights-based AI education, practical capacity building, and public engagement to promote … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Implementation of UN Women AI School Public Cohort in Ukraine
RFPs: Taiwan Foundation for Democracy Domestic Grants Program
Deadline: 15-Feb-2026 The Taiwan Foundation for Democracy (TFD) Grant Programme supports projects that promote democracy, human rights, and Taiwan’s engagement with the global democratic community. Funding is available for academic institutions, think tanks, and non-profit organisations conducting … [Read more...] about RFPs: Taiwan Foundation for Democracy Domestic Grants Program
Open Call for Equality and Social Inclusion Grant Program (Ireland)
Deadline: 13-Mar-2026 The Meath County Council Equality and Social Inclusion Grant Program provides up to €1,000 per project to support community initiatives that promote equality, social inclusion, and human rights. The grant targets projects that improve access, participation, and capacity for … [Read more...] about Open Call for Equality and Social Inclusion Grant Program (Ireland)
Open Call: The Lane Kirkland Scholarship Program
Deadline: 01-Mar-2026 The Lane Kirkland Scholarships 2026–2027 offer fully funded study opportunities in Poland for professionals from selected Eastern Europe, South Caucasus, and Central Asian countries. Administered by the Leaders of Change Foundation, the program supports advanced … [Read more...] about Open Call: The Lane Kirkland Scholarship Program
Call for Proposals: Kirkland Research Scholarship Program
Deadline: 01-Mar-2026 The 2026 Kirkland Research Scholarships offer a fully funded four-month research stay in Poland for experienced researchers from selected Eastern Europe, South Caucasus, and Central Asian countries. Administered by the Leaders of Change Foundation, the program supports … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Kirkland Research Scholarship Program
Entries open for the Robert G. Wilmers Integrity Prize (US)
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026 The Robert G. Wilmers Integrity Prize recognizes individuals in the United States demonstrating courage, ethical leadership, and transformative impact across arts, education, law, medicine, social justice, and related fields. One winner receives $50,000, while two finalists … [Read more...] about Entries open for the Robert G. Wilmers Integrity Prize (US)
UNDP Funding Call: Enhancing Partnerships Between Local Governments and Civil Society
Deadline: 19-Feb-2026 The UNDP ReLOaD3 program in Bosnia and Herzegovina invites grant applications to enhance partnerships between civil society organizations (CSOs) and local government units. Funding supports projects across social policy, culture, sport, youth, environment, and inclusion, with … [Read more...] about UNDP Funding Call: Enhancing Partnerships Between Local Governments and Civil Society
UNDP Grant Call for Projects Promoting Social Cohesion and Community Resilience (Montenegro)
Deadline: 13-Feb-2026 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is inviting civil society organizations in Montenegro to apply for grants aimed at strengthening social cohesion, public trust, and community resilience. The initiative supports inclusive dialogue, counters hate speech, and … [Read more...] about UNDP Grant Call for Projects Promoting Social Cohesion and Community Resilience (Montenegro)
Open Call for Sakharov Fellowship Programme
Deadline: 15-Feb-2026 The European Parliament Sakharov Fellowship provides up to 14 human rights defenders from non-EU countries with a two-week intensive training in Brussels and another EU location. The program focuses on capacity-building, advocacy skills, and networking, enabling participants … [Read more...] about Open Call for Sakharov Fellowship Programme
Submissions open for McCain Global Leaders Program
Deadline: 15-Mar-2026 The McCain Global Leaders Program 2026–2027 is a fully funded, year-long leadership initiative for mid- to senior-career professionals working to advance democracy, human rights, and freedom worldwide. The program combines virtual learning with global and regional in-person … [Read more...] about Submissions open for McCain Global Leaders Program
Call for EOIs: Renewed Women’s Voice and Leadership Project in Nigeria
Deadline: 10-Feb-2026 ActionAid Nigeria, with funding from Global Affairs Canada, is implementing the Renewed Women’s Voice and Leadership Project from 2025 to 2029. The project supports women-led organizations in Benue and Imo States to strengthen capacity, advance gender equality, influence … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Renewed Women’s Voice and Leadership Project in Nigeria
Empowering Young Women and Trans-Led Collectives to Advance Human Rights (Colombia)
Deadline: 01-Feb-2026 Fondo Lunaria is offering funding and support to collectives led by young women and trans people aged 18–29 in Colombia who are working on human rights initiatives. The fund prioritizes marginalized groups, creative responses to current crises, and collective processes that … [Read more...] about Empowering Young Women and Trans-Led Collectives to Advance Human Rights (Colombia)
Strategic Fund Supporting Women’s Rights and Gender Justice in Nigeria
Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 ActionAid Nigeria, with support from Global Affairs Canada under the Renewed Women’s Voice and Leadership Project, is inviting Expressions of Interest for the Strategic Opportunity Fund. The fund provides rapid-response grants to support emergency action, … [Read more...] about Strategic Fund Supporting Women’s Rights and Gender Justice in Nigeria
ActionAid Nigeria Seeks Women’s Rights Networks for Gender Equality Initiative
Deadline: 10-Feb-2026 ActionAid Nigeria is inviting Expressions of Interest from women-led rights networks and movements to participate in the Renewed Women’s Voice and Leadership Project, a five-year initiative running from 2025 to 2029. Funded by Global Affairs Canada, the project provides … [Read more...] about ActionAid Nigeria Seeks Women’s Rights Networks for Gender Equality Initiative
Applications open for Young Leaders Forum in Tanzania
Deadline: 01-Feb-2026 The Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) Young Leaders Forum in Tanzania is a five-month leadership program for socially and politically engaged Tanzanians aged 21–35. Participants develop skills in social justice, democratic governance, communication, design thinking, and political … [Read more...] about Applications open for Young Leaders Forum in Tanzania
Child Protection for All: Uganda Country Programme 2026–2030
Deadline: 13-Feb-2026 UNICEF Uganda invites organizations to apply for funding to strengthen child protection systems across the country, with a focus on the Central region. The initiative targets birth registration, gender-based violence prevention, family reunification, legal assistance, and … [Read more...] about Child Protection for All: Uganda Country Programme 2026–2030
Open Call: Support Program for Informal Groups (Serbia)
Deadline: 10-Feb-2026 The Informal Groups Support Program 2026 offers financial and mentoring support to spontaneous citizen groups across Serbia to address local community challenges and promote European values. The program funds up to 80 short-term projects focused on human rights, … [Read more...] about Open Call: Support Program for Informal Groups (Serbia)
Call for Projects: Protecting Rights and Empowering Roma Communities (Hungary)
Deadline: 16-Mar-2026 The ROVA – Roma for Change Project 2026 invites Roma and pro-Roma civil society organizations in Hungary to submit initiatives promoting EU values, human rights, and social inclusion. The program supports projects that empower Roma communities, monitor implementation of the … [Read more...] about Call for Projects: Protecting Rights and Empowering Roma Communities (Hungary)
Call for Applications: Empowering Roma Communities and Promoting EU Values in Bulgaria
Deadline: 16-Feb-2026 The ROVA Project – Second Call 2026 invites Roma and pro-Roma civil society organizations in Bulgaria to submit initiatives promoting EU values, human rights, and social inclusion. The program supports projects that empower Roma communities, strengthen participation in public … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Empowering Roma Communities and Promoting EU Values in Bulgaria
Call for Proposals: Small Grant for Media Organisations (Malaysia)
Deadline: 28-Feb-2026 UNDP is offering a small grant of up to USD 35,000 to support Malaysian media-focused civil society organisations producing high-quality, issue-based reporting on corporate accountability, human rights, and environmental or climate change impacts. The grant prioritises a … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Small Grant for Media Organisations (Malaysia)
2026 Community Action and Social Movement Grants – Zambia
Deadline: 27-Jan-2026 ActionAid Zambia invites community-based organisations (CBOs) and social movements to apply for funding aimed at strengthening communities, promoting civic participation, and advancing sexual and reproductive health rights. Grants range from K100,000 to K700,000, supporting … [Read more...] about 2026 Community Action and Social Movement Grants – Zambia
CFAs: Documenting Atrocities and Human Rights Violations Workshop
Deadline: 29-Jan-2026 The Balkan Investigative Reporting Network (BIRN) invites students, journalists, researchers, and human rights practitioners from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, and Serbia to a three-day regional workshop on documenting and archiving human rights violations and … [Read more...] about CFAs: Documenting Atrocities and Human Rights Violations Workshop
ROVA Project 2026: Funding for Roma Civil Society Organizations (Romania)
Deadline: 16-Mar-2026 The Nevo Parudimos Association has launched the 2026 ROVA Project Call for Proposals to support Roma and pro-Roma civil society organizations in Romania. The call provides grant funding of up to EUR 25,000 per project to strengthen Roma communities, promote EU fundamental … [Read more...] about ROVA Project 2026: Funding for Roma Civil Society Organizations (Romania)
Supporting Roma Civil Society Organizations Promoting Values (EU)
Deadline: 16-Mar-2026 The ERGO Network ROVA Call 2026–2027 invites Roma and pro-Roma civil society organizations in select EU countries to apply for grants up to €20,000 to promote fundamental rights and European values. Projects focus on awareness-raising, advocacy, capacity building, and … [Read more...] about Supporting Roma Civil Society Organizations Promoting Values (EU)
FAGiC ROVA Project Call: Empowering Roma Communities and Promoting EU Values in Spain
Deadline: 16-Mar-2026 FAGiC has launched a call for proposals under the ROVA project to support Roma and pro-Roma civil society organizations in Spain. The program promotes fundamental rights, European Union values, social inclusion, and community empowerment. Eligible organizations can receive … [Read more...] about FAGiC ROVA Project Call: Empowering Roma Communities and Promoting EU Values in Spain
CFAs: Roma and Pro-Roma NGOs Supporting EU Values (Czech Republic and Slovakia)
Deadline: 16-Mar-2026 RomanoNet invites applications from Roma and pro-Roma civil society organizations in the Czech Republic and Slovakia to strengthen Roma communities and promote fundamental rights and European Union values. The call supports capacity-building, advocacy, monitoring, and … [Read more...] about CFAs: Roma and Pro-Roma NGOs Supporting EU Values (Czech Republic and Slovakia)
Call for Proposals: Dutch Human Rights Fund 2026 (Hungary)
Deadline: 01-Mar-2026 The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Budapest invites civil society organizations in Hungary to apply for the Dutch Human Rights Fund 2026. Grants support initiatives that advance human rights, including LGBTIQ+ equality, freedom of expression, internet freedom, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Dutch Human Rights Fund 2026 (Hungary)
WFA Grants for Events Raising Awareness on Domestic Violence and Feminist Empowerment (Armenia)
Deadline: 03-Sep-2026 Women’s Fund Armenia (WFA) invites applications for grants up to 500,000 AMD to support feminist-led initiatives addressing domestic violence. Funding supports events, campaigns, and creative projects that empower communities, amplify marginalized voices, and promote social … [Read more...] about WFA Grants for Events Raising Awareness on Domestic Violence and Feminist Empowerment (Armenia)
RFPs: Strengthening the Long-Term Sustainability of Youth- and Women-Led Networks (Kenya)
Deadline: 26-Jan-2026 The Amkeni Wakenya project by UNDP Kenya strengthens democratic governance by supporting civil society organizations (CSOs) in human rights, social justice, and participatory democracy. The initiative includes programs on access to justice, governance reforms, citizen … [Read more...] about RFPs: Strengthening the Long-Term Sustainability of Youth- and Women-Led Networks (Kenya)
Switzerland Embassy Launches Small Grants for Civil Society (Sri Lanka and Maldives)
Deadline: 20-Jan-2026 The Embassy of Switzerland in Sri Lanka and the Maldives is offering Small Action Fund grants to support civil society projects that promote democracy, human development, gender equality, and human rights. Grants ranging from LKR 3 million to LKR 5 million are available for … [Read more...] about Switzerland Embassy Launches Small Grants for Civil Society (Sri Lanka and Maldives)
Apply Now: IBF Classic – Project Development Grant Program
Deadline: 10-Feb-2026 The International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) is inviting applications for its Project Development Grant Program, designed to support filmmakers from and based in countries on the IBF Classic Country List in Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, Latin … [Read more...] about Apply Now: IBF Classic – Project Development Grant Program
