Deadline: 4-May-21 The European Commission (EC) is inviting eligible entities for its 'Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) as Actors of Change and Human Rights Promotion' programme. The thematic programme for civil society and local authorities under the Development Cooperation Instrument (DCI) … [Read more...] about Grant Programme for CSOs addressing Democracy & Human Rights issue in Rwanda
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.
Applications Open for the Third Millennium’s Grant Program
Deadline: 23-Apr-21 The Stiftung Drittes Millennium (Foundation for the Third Millennium) is seeking application for its Grant Program to promote sustainability in all sectors of society. More specifically, it promotes action that places equal emphasis on responsible behavior in relationship to … [Read more...] about Applications Open for the Third Millennium’s Grant Program
Call for Concept Notes: Protecting Human Rights Defenders & the Right to Defend Rights
Deadline: 18-Apr-21 The Norwegian Human Rights Fund (NHRF) has opened a specialised and limited call for concept notes for projects contributing to building resilience, adaptability and increased safety and security for human rights defenders and human rights movements. Projects focusing on … [Read more...] about Call for Concept Notes: Protecting Human Rights Defenders & the Right to Defend Rights
Submit Applications for Lorenzo Natali Media Prize 2021
Deadline: 18-Apr-21 The European Commission is seeking applications for its Lorenzo Natali Media Prize 2021 to honor courage in journalism. The #NataliPrize was created by the European Commission’s Directorate-General for International Partnerships (DG INTPA), and named after Lorenzo Natali, a … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Lorenzo Natali Media Prize 2021
Up to 6000 KM grant to NGOs and Incubators in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Deadline: 01-Apr-21 The French Embassy in Bosnia and Herzegovina is launching a call for projects aimed at civil society around the following priorities: Support for projects aiming at youth. Support for projects with the objectives of promotion of the equality man-woman. Support for … [Read more...] about Up to 6000 KM grant to NGOs and Incubators in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Swarovski Foundation: Global Grant Program to Create Next Leaders
Deadline: 09-Apr-21 Swarovski Foundation Institute has launched Creatives for Our Future - a new global grant program designed with advisor the United Nations Office for Partnerships to identify and accelerate the next generation of creative leaders in sustainability. The program aims to … [Read more...] about Swarovski Foundation: Global Grant Program to Create Next Leaders
National Action Plan to Combat Modern Slavery 2020-25 Grant Program – Round One (Australia)
Deadline: 08-Apr-21 The Australian Government is pleased to announce applications for National Action Plan to Combat Modern Slavery 2020-25 Grant Program - Round One. The National Security and Criminal Justice Program: National Action Plan to Combat Modern Slavery 2020–25 Grant Program (the … [Read more...] about National Action Plan to Combat Modern Slavery 2020-25 Grant Program – Round One (Australia)
Apply Now for J. William Fulbright Foreign Student Program
Deadline: 30-Apr-21 The United States Embassy in Suva is pleased to invite applications from resident nationals of Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, Tonga, and Tuvalu for the J. William Fulbright Foreign Student Program Scholarships for the academic year 2022-2023. The Fulbright Program brings citizens … [Read more...] about Apply Now for J. William Fulbright Foreign Student Program
Call for Applications for MATRA Grant Program 2021
Deadline: 18-Apr-21 The Embassy of the Netherlands is happy to announce the call for applications under the auspices of their MATRA program. The Netherlands Fund for Regional Partnership MATRA (‘MAatschappelijke TRAnsformatie’ is Dutch for ‘societal transformation’) is a program aimed at … [Read more...] about Call for Applications for MATRA Grant Program 2021
Submit Applications for 2021 Innovating Justice Challenge
Deadline: 30-Apr-21 The Hague Institute for Innovation of Law (HiiL) is currently accepting applications for the 2021 Innovating Justice Challenge to all game-changing justice startups that want to grow their impact and business. HiiL seeks startups that have a proven solution with increasing … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for 2021 Innovating Justice Challenge
Submit SOIs for Human Rights, Accountability, and Access to Information in the North Korea
Deadline: 15-Apr-21 The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) announces an open competition for organizations interested in submitting Statements of Interest (SOI) for programs that support the policy objective to promote human rights and accountability in the DPRK. Where … [Read more...] about Submit SOIs for Human Rights, Accountability, and Access to Information in the North Korea
Community Development Pilot Programme 2021 – Ireland
Deadline: 31-Mar-21 The Department of Rural and Community Development is pleased to announce Community Development Pilot Programme 2021. The aim of the 2021 Community Development Pilot Programme is to trial community development initiatives that address poverty, social exclusion and … [Read more...] about Community Development Pilot Programme 2021 – Ireland
Call for Proposals: Promotion of Norwegian Arts & Culture in Turkey and Azerbaijan
Deadline: 05-Apr-21 The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Ankara has announced a new call for small scale cultural grant proposals for Turkey and Azerbaijan for 2021. The grant scheme supports cultural actors who work to promote Norwegian arts and culture in Turkey or Azerbaijan. The target groups … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Promotion of Norwegian Arts & Culture in Turkey and Azerbaijan
Call for Proposals: Action Grants to Support National or Transnational e-Justice Projects
Deadline: 06-May-21 The European Commission is seeking applications for its Action Grants to Support National or Transnational e-Justice Projects. The key objective of the call for proposals is to contribute to achieving the goals of the European e-Justice Strategy and Action Plan 2019-2023 by … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Action Grants to Support National or Transnational e-Justice Projects
Call for Applications for Civic Space Empowerment in Turkey
Deadline: 31-Mar-21 Freedom House is inviting applications for funding from local organizations in Turkey that seek to expand civic engagement through building partnerships with municipality offices in Turkey. Initiatives aimed at strengthening the role of civil society in advancing … [Read more...] about Call for Applications for Civic Space Empowerment in Turkey
U.S. Embassy, Conakry: Public Diplomacy Grants Program
Deadline: 01-May-21 The U.S. Embassy Conakry/ Bureau of Public Affairs of the U.S. Department of State has announced an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a program to Public Diplomacy Grants. The U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Section (PAS) in Conakry is … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy, Conakry: Public Diplomacy Grants Program
U.S. Embassy Brasilia Public Affairs Section Annual Program Statement 2021
Deadline: 01-Jun-21 U.S. Embassy in Brasilia invites proposals that promote understanding of U.S. foreign policy priorities, shared democratic values, the benefits of innovation and entrepreneurship, and the value of future job skills. All proposals must include an American element, or connection … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Brasilia Public Affairs Section Annual Program Statement 2021
TIP Office Annual Program Statement to Address the Impacts of COVID-19 – US
Deadline: 30-Jun-21 The Department of State’s Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons (TIP Office) announces an open competition for funding to address the impacts of COVID-19 on efforts to combat human trafficking and support government measures to counter human trafficking outside … [Read more...] about TIP Office Annual Program Statement to Address the Impacts of COVID-19 – US
U.S. Embassy in Malta announces Human Rights Engagement Fund
Deadline: 30-Mar-21 The U.S. Department of State’s Human Rights Engagement Fund is announcing a grant opportunity for Maltese-based individuals and organizations, including non-governmental organizations, government entities, and academic institutions. Goals and Objectives Funding will … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Malta announces Human Rights Engagement Fund
Call for Proposals: Promoting the Rule of Law in Palestine – SAWASYA II
Deadline: 29-Mar-21 UN Women plans to engage with civil society organizations to design and implement interventions under the joint programme “Promoting the Rule of Law in Palestine - SAWASYA II”. Building on the achievements and the lessons learned of Sawasya, and based on consultations with … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Promoting the Rule of Law in Palestine – SAWASYA II
Embassy of Finland, Addis Ababa: Fund for Local Cooperation 2021-2022
Deadline: 31-May-21 The Embassy of Finland in Addis Ababa is seeking proposals for its Fund for Local Cooperation (FLC) 2021-2022 to support local civil society organizations. The FLC complements bilateral development cooperation projects of Finland in Ethiopia. The FLC projects should be … [Read more...] about Embassy of Finland, Addis Ababa: Fund for Local Cooperation 2021-2022
U.S. Embassy Maseru: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
Deadline: 31-May-21 The U.S. Embassy Maseru Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. PAS Maseru invites proposals for programs that strengthen cultural ties between the U.S. … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Maseru: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
U.S. Embassy in Vienna: Applications Open for Austrian-American Partnership Fund
Deadline: 15-May-21 The US Embassy is seeking Applications for Austrian-American Partnership Fund to support collaboration and cultural exchange between Austrian and U.S. non-governmental organizations, universities, professional associations, arts and cultural organizations. The goals of the … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Vienna: Applications Open for Austrian-American Partnership Fund
U.S. Mission to Kosovo: Democracy Commission Small Grants Program
Deadline: 20-Apr-21 The United States Embassy in Kosovo has announced an open competition for the Democracy Commission Small Grants Program to support the development of Kosovo’s democratic institutions and civil society by awarding small project grants to Kosovo non-profit, non-governmental … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Kosovo: Democracy Commission Small Grants Program
Caribbean Vulnerable Communities: Mini Grants for CSOs in Belize, Suriname and Trinidad & Tobago
Deadline: 25-Mar-21 The Caribbean Vulnerable Communities Coalition (CVC) is pleased to announce funding for small grants to support Advocacy Campaigns inclusive of associated/related actions in support of key population groups, specifically women and girls, transwomen, and men who have sex with … [Read more...] about Caribbean Vulnerable Communities: Mini Grants for CSOs in Belize, Suriname and Trinidad & Tobago
United States: Submit Proposals for Research Grants on Reducing Inequality
Deadline: 05-May-21 The William T. Grant Foundation has announced a call for proposals for the Research Grants on Reducing Inequality to build, test, or increase understanding of programs, policies, or practices to reduce inequality in the academic, social, behavioral, or economic outcomes of … [Read more...] about United States: Submit Proposals for Research Grants on Reducing Inequality
So Love Can Win Fund: $10,000 General Support Grants
Deadline: 01-May-21 The Akonadi Foundation is seeking applications for its So Love Can Win Fund that provides general support to Oakland’s organizers, storytellers, culture bearers, and healers who seek to ignite and implement a radical collective vision of freedom and racial justice. Funding … [Read more...] about So Love Can Win Fund: $10,000 General Support Grants
Outright launches New Call for Proposals to COVID-19 Global LGBTIQ Emergency Fund
Deadline: 16 April 2021 OutRight Action International has launched the Call for Proposals to the COVID-19 Global LGBTIQ Emergency Fund to provide direct support where it is most needed and in solidarity with LGBTIQ organizations and people on the frontline. The global COVID-19 emergency … [Read more...] about Outright launches New Call for Proposals to COVID-19 Global LGBTIQ Emergency Fund
EU Call for Proposals to support and strengthen CSOs, Democracy Activists and Human Rights in Philippines
Deadline: 26-Apr-21 The European Union (EU) has announced a call for proposals for 2021 European Instrument for Democracy and Human Rights (EIDHR) Country Based Support Schemes (CBSS) to support and strengthen civil society organisations, democracy activists and human rights defenders working in … [Read more...] about EU Call for Proposals to support and strengthen CSOs, Democracy Activists and Human Rights in Philippines
Call for Applications for Project-Oriented Capacity Building for CSOs and Initiatives
Deadline: 31-Mar-21 Ukraine Calling has announced a call for applications for the Project-oriented capacity building for civil society organisations and initiatives from Ukraine, Belarus, France, Poland, and Germany on local development. The programme offers seminars and workshops to provide … [Read more...] about Call for Applications for Project-Oriented Capacity Building for CSOs and Initiatives
Call for Proposals: Action Grants to Support Transnational Projects on Judicial Training Covering Civil Law, Criminal Law or Fundamental Rights
Deadline: 06-May-21 The European Commission is seeking applications for its Action Grants to Support Transnational Projects on Judicial Training Covering Civil Law, Criminal Law or Fundamental Rights programme to contribute to the effective and coherent application of EU law in the areas of civil … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Action Grants to Support Transnational Projects on Judicial Training Covering Civil Law, Criminal Law or Fundamental Rights
$40,000 in Funding for Education, Environment and Economic Growth in Brazil
Deadline: 01-Jun-21 The Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy Branch Office in Belo Horizonte, Brazil is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. This is an Annual Program Statement, outlining their funding priorities, the strategic … [Read more...] about $40,000 in Funding for Education, Environment and Economic Growth in Brazil
The Assisi Foundation accepting Applications for Grant Program – US
Deadline: 10-May-21 The Assisi Foundation of Memphis, Inc. is seeking applications for its Grant Program to serve nonprofit organizations that work to improve Memphis and the Mid-South. Focus Areas They focus on areas such as health and human services, education and lifelong learning, … [Read more...] about The Assisi Foundation accepting Applications for Grant Program – US
Submit Applications for Projects that support Worker’s Rights in Armenia
Deadline: 4-May-21 The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) announces an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for projects that support freedom of association, collective bargaining, and the right to strike for Armenian … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Projects that support Worker’s Rights in Armenia
CFPs to Conduct Awareness Raising Campaign on Human Rights of Rural Women in Ukraine
Deadline: 21-Mar-21 UN Women has announced a call for proposals to conduct awareness-raising and advocacy campaigns with the oblast and local authorities on the human rights of rural women in four pilot regions - Chernivtsi, Kherson, Sumy, and Volyn and 13 territorial communities (TCs). The … [Read more...] about CFPs to Conduct Awareness Raising Campaign on Human Rights of Rural Women in Ukraine
European Union Support to Rule of Law in Montenegro
Deadline: 06-Jul-21 The European Union (EU) is seeking proposals to Support to Rule of Law in Montenegro to prepare Montenegro for accession to the EU by assisting it to align with and effectively implement the relevant EU acquis and European standards in the fields of justice and home … [Read more...] about European Union Support to Rule of Law in Montenegro
Applications Open for Digital Freedom Fund Program
Deadline: 31-Mar-21 Applications are now open for the Digital Freedom Fund Program to support strategic litigation on digital rights in Europe that contributes to advancing human rights in the digital context. Focus Areas They are particularly interested in receiving applications for … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Digital Freedom Fund Program
Bureau of DRL: Latin America and Caribbean Small Grants Program
Deadline: 07-May-21 The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) has announced an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for a regional small grants and capacity-building program to strengthen civil society organizations in … [Read more...] about Bureau of DRL: Latin America and Caribbean Small Grants Program
Norwegian Embassy in Ankara: Call for Project & Programme Grant Proposals 2021
Deadline: 15-Mar-21 The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Ankara has announced a new call for project and programme grant proposals for Turkey for 2021. Thematic Areas The Embassy will give priority to project proposals within these thematic areas: Human rights and women’s rights efforts with … [Read more...] about Norwegian Embassy in Ankara: Call for Project & Programme Grant Proposals 2021
European Union’s Local Authorities: Partnerships for Sustainable Cities 2021
Deadline: 23-Apr-21 The European Union (EU) has announced the Local Authorities: Partnerships for Sustainable Cities 2021 programme with an aim to strengthen local authorities by promoting decentralised cooperation involving European and partner countries local authorities. Objectives and … [Read more...] about European Union’s Local Authorities: Partnerships for Sustainable Cities 2021
Call for Proposals for Delivering for Future: Strengthening Civil Society Capacities and Resilience in Armenia
Deadline: 14-Apr-21 European Union (EU) has announced a call for proposals for Delivering for the Future: Strengthening Civil Society Capacities and Resilience in Armenia. This Call for Proposals will seek to advance civil society and human rights priorities in Armenia with a particular focus … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals for Delivering for Future: Strengthening Civil Society Capacities and Resilience in Armenia
Human Trafficking Research Initiative | Partnership, Piloting, and Seed Grants
Deadline: 21-Mar-21 The Human Trafficking Research Initiative (HTRI) invites proposals from researchers and organizations that intend to design and carry out studies on how to reduce human trafficking or respond to the needs of human trafficking victims, but need some additional time and support … [Read more...] about Human Trafficking Research Initiative | Partnership, Piloting, and Seed Grants
USAID/Ethiopia: Citizens Engagement for Advocacy & Accountability Activity
Deadline: 02-Apr-21 The United States Agency for International Development’s (USAID) Mission in Djibouti (USAID/Djibouti) is seeking applications for a cooperative agreement from qualified entities to implement the Djibouti Citizens Engagement for Advocacy and Accountability Activity. The … [Read more...] about USAID/Ethiopia: Citizens Engagement for Advocacy & Accountability Activity
U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe: Africa Regional Democracy Fund (ARDF)
Deadline: 14-Mar-21 The U.S. Embassy Harare of the U.S. Department of State has announced a limited competition for the African Regional Democracy Fund (ARDF). The Bureau of African Affairs, via ARDF for 2021 is intended to strengthen democracy, human rights and fundamental freedoms, and good … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe: Africa Regional Democracy Fund (ARDF)
Fund for Louisville 2021-2023: Racial Justice Cohort (U.S.)
Deadline: 29-Mar-21 The Community Foundation of Louisville is seeking applications for its Fund for Louisville which was created and is still supported by those who seek to strengthen community today and for future generations. The Community Foundation of Louisville stewards this Fund, staying … [Read more...] about Fund for Louisville 2021-2023: Racial Justice Cohort (U.S.)
European Instrument for Democracy and Human Rights – Mexico 2021 Program
Deadline: 20-Apr-21 The European Union (EU) has launched a call for proposals for the 2021 European Instrument for Democracy and Human Rights Program to support the work of local organizations in favor of the human rights and human rights defenders in situations that place them in the greatest … [Read more...] about European Instrument for Democracy and Human Rights – Mexico 2021 Program
Nuffield Foundation announces Research, Development and Analysis Fund (UK)
Deadline: 15-Mar-21 The Nuffield Foundation is currently accepting applications for the Research, Development, and Analysis Fund. Research, Development and Analysis fund is for projects to inform the design and operation of social policy and practice across the three core domains of Education, … [Read more...] about Nuffield Foundation announces Research, Development and Analysis Fund (UK)
Racial Equity Grant to combat Racism and Promote Equity (United States)
Deadline: 19-Mar-21 Rockland Trust is accepting applications for its Racial Equity Grant Program to combat racism and promote fairness, equity, and justice throughout their communities. Funding Information Rockland Trust’s affiliated charitable foundations are now offering a Racial Equity … [Read more...] about Racial Equity Grant to combat Racism and Promote Equity (United States)
UN-Women: Call for CSOs from Liberia
Deadline: 9-Apr-21 The UN-Women is soliciting proposals from Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to promote women’s human rights and gender equality which are key in sustaining and furthering achievements in stability and development. In this regard, its programming in the Country is connected … [Read more...] about UN-Women: Call for CSOs from Liberia
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Kazakhstan
Deadline: 22-Mar-21 The Embassy of Canada to Kazakhstan is pleased to launch its annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). The CFLI is a program designed to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, which align with Global Affairs … [Read more...] about The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Kazakhstan
