Deadline: 28-Apr-2026 The Addressing Mental Health Inequalities in Minority Ethnic Groups fund offers £2,500–£10,000 in grants to Black-led organisations in Leeds. The program supports initiatives aimed at reducing the disproportionate detention of Black men under the Mental Health Act through … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Addressing Mental Health Inequalities (UK)
Latest Grants and Resources for Indigenous Communities
View the latest grant funding and resources for Indigenous Communities for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals around the world.
Apply Now: Indigenous Biodiversity Community Grant (New Zealand)
Deadline: 01-May-2026 The Indigenous Biodiversity Community Grant, offered by Horizons Regional Council, funds community-led projects that restore and protect indigenous biodiversity while fostering stronger connections between people and nature. Grants support initiatives that enhance ecosystems, … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Indigenous Biodiversity Community Grant (New Zealand)
Applications open for Leadership Fund 2026 (Canada)
Deadline: 08-May-2026 The Leadership Fund 2026 offers grants of $1,500 or $3,000 to emerging and experienced leaders in Canadian non-profits addressing food insecurity. Funding supports professional development, leadership growth, and equity-focused initiatives, particularly for Black, Indigenous, … [Read more...] about Applications open for Leadership Fund 2026 (Canada)
Text and Video Reporting Grants for Non-Economic Loss and Damage (India)
Deadline: 15-Apr-2026 The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) invites communicators from coastal Bangladesh and Indian states along the Bay of Bengal to produce in-depth reporting on overlooked climate change impacts, including non-economic loss and damage, community resilience, and social consequences. … [Read more...] about Text and Video Reporting Grants for Non-Economic Loss and Damage (India)
Canada Council for the Arts: Supporting Indigenous Artists and Cultural Initiatives
Deadline: 08-Apr-2026 The Canada Council for the Arts is providing funding to support First Nations, Inuit, and Métis artists, groups, and organizations. Grants of up to $100,000 (or $50,000 for Emerging Artists) fund creation, mentorship, residencies, research, and capacity-building initiatives … [Read more...] about Canada Council for the Arts: Supporting Indigenous Artists and Cultural Initiatives
Call for Proposals: GEF Small Grants Programme (Namibia)
Deadline: 30-Mar-2026 The UNDP Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (GEF-SGP) is inviting proposals for projects that strengthen Indigenous Peoples’ and Community Conserved Areas (ICCAs) in Namibia. The program supports initiatives in biodiversity conservation, sustainable … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: GEF Small Grants Programme (Namibia)
Request for Proposals: Pulitzer Center Impact Seed Fund
Deadline: 03-May-2026 The Pulitzer Center Impact Seed Fund (ISF) Southeast Asia 2026 provides USD 3,000–4,000 grants to university lecturers and researchers to integrate journalism into academic learning. The program promotes awareness, critical thinking, and action on environmental, rainforest, … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Pulitzer Center Impact Seed Fund
RFAs: Black Women Photographers x Nikon Grant Program
Deadline: 22-Mar-2026 The Black Women Photographers x Nikon Grant Program provides quarterly grants to Black women photographers, combining $2,500 in funding with professional Nikon camera equipment to support creative development. Each quarter, one photographer receives financial … [Read more...] about RFAs: Black Women Photographers x Nikon Grant Program
Apply Now: ICGEB SAWBP Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme (South Africa)
Deadline: 15-Apr-2026 The International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB) – South African Women in Biotechnology Programme (SAWBP) Postdoctoral Fellowship supports South African women scientists with a PhD to conduct two years of advanced biotechnology research at ICGEB Cape … [Read more...] about Apply Now: ICGEB SAWBP Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme (South Africa)
Advance Queensland Innovation Events Fund (Australia)
Deadline: 16-Mar-2026 The Advance Queensland Innovation Events Fund provides $10,000 to $25,000 in funding to support events that strengthen innovation, collaboration, and knowledge exchange across Queensland’s innovation ecosystem. The fund supports Queensland-led events that engage businesses … [Read more...] about Advance Queensland Innovation Events Fund (Australia)
Applications open for Racial Equity Grants Program 2026 (Canada)
Deadline: 30-Mar-2026 The 2026 Racial Equity Grants Program in Waterloo Region provides funding to Indigenous, Black, and people of colour-led organizations to strengthen social infrastructure and advance racial equity. Grants support ongoing or new community-based initiatives that foster … [Read more...] about Applications open for Racial Equity Grants Program 2026 (Canada)
Call for Expression of Interest: Strengthening Food Security and Reactivation (Colombia)
Deadline: 05-Mar-2026 The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking a cooperating partner to deliver food security and livelihood recovery interventions for the Wiwa Indigenous communities in La Guajira, Colombia. The program includes food distribution, poultry production, artisanal support for women, … [Read more...] about Call for Expression of Interest: Strengthening Food Security and Reactivation (Colombia)
Apply Now: Skills and Career Development Grant Program (Canada)
Deadline: 02-Mar-2026 The Edmonton Arts Council is accepting applications for the Skills and Career Development Grant (Stream 2). This program provides up to $10,000 to support mentorship, residencies, short-term training, and professional development for artists and arts and cultural workers in … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Skills and Career Development Grant Program (Canada)
West Africa Civil Society Institute Research Fellowship Program
Deadline: 13-Mar-2026 The West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI), in partnership with the Geneva Graduate Institute, is offering a six-month Research Fellowship from May to October 2026 for young researchers from five West African countries. The program focuses on biodiversity, conservation, … [Read more...] about West Africa Civil Society Institute Research Fellowship Program
Indigenous Communities Fund: Empowering Indigenous-Led Initiatives (Canada)
Deadline: 04-Mar-2026 The TELUS Indigenous Communities Fund provides flexible grants of $5,000 to $25,000 to Indigenous-led organizations across Canada. The program supports projects that enhance health, well-being, cultural revitalization, community engagement, and access to education, with … [Read more...] about Indigenous Communities Fund: Empowering Indigenous-Led Initiatives (Canada)
CFPs: Strengthening Biodiversity and Community-Led Conservation (Botswana)
Deadline: 06-Mar-2026 The Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (GEF-SGP) is offering grants of up to USD 50,000 to eligible non-profit organizations in Botswana. The funding supports biodiversity conservation, sustainable livelihoods, and climate change resilience in Indigenous and … [Read more...] about CFPs: Strengthening Biodiversity and Community-Led Conservation (Botswana)
Call for Applications: Aquatic Species at Risk Funding Program (Canada)
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026 The Canada Nature Fund for Aquatic Species at Risk provides grant funding to support Indigenous Peoples’ participation in consultations and recovery planning under the Species at Risk Act. Managed by Fisheries and Oceans Canada, the program prioritizes accessible, timely … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Aquatic Species at Risk Funding Program (Canada)
Nominations open for Arctic Academic Action Award 2026
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The 2026 Frederik Paulsen Arctic Academic Action Award, launched by UArctic and the Arctic Circle, recognizes actionable, research-based ideas that address climate change in the Arctic. The award supports early-stage yet practical solutions that prevent, … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Arctic Academic Action Award 2026
Ontario Dance Projects Funding Program (Canada)
Deadline: 12-Mar-2026 The Ontario Dance Projects Funding program supports the creation, production, and presentation of live and virtual dance in Ontario, along with mentorship, training, and community development initiatives. Funding ranges from $2,500 to $20,000 across five … [Read more...] about Ontario Dance Projects Funding Program (Canada)
Call for Applications: Youth Mental Health Grant (Canada)
Deadline: 09-Mar-2026 Here’s your fully AI-optimized version of the Youth Mental Health Grant 2026 article, with headings, FAQs, and a conclusion, structured for AI parsing and readability: AI Snippet Summary: The Youth Mental Health Grant provides funding to Canadian organizations supporting … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Youth Mental Health Grant (Canada)
Family Innovations Test Grant Supporting Grassroots Caregivers (Canada)
Deadline: 15-Apr-2026 The Youth Opportunities Fund provides funding for community-led initiatives that empower parents, guardians, and caregivers to strengthen families and improve the wellbeing of children and youth. Grants support culturally grounded, inclusive solutions addressing systemic … [Read more...] about Family Innovations Test Grant Supporting Grassroots Caregivers (Canada)
Youth Innovations Scale Grant to Enhance or Expand Youth-Led Projects (Canada)
Deadline: 15-Apr-2026 The Youth Innovations Scale Grant supports grassroots youth-led initiatives in Ontario to expand, scale, and deepen the impact of successful local projects. Funding of up to $150,000 per year over 2–3 years is available for groups that demonstrate strong youth leadership, … [Read more...] about Youth Innovations Scale Grant to Enhance or Expand Youth-Led Projects (Canada)
Youth Innovations Test Grant for Grassroots Youth-Led Projects (Canada)
Deadline: 15-Apr-2026 The Youth Innovations Test Grant provides multi-year funding to grassroots, community-led groups in Ontario to test new ideas and research solutions that improve the social and economic well-being of young people. Delivered through the Youth Opportunities Fund, the grant … [Read more...] about Youth Innovations Test Grant for Grassroots Youth-Led Projects (Canada)
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives: Empowering Colombian Communities
Deadline: 11-Feb-2026 The Embassy of Canada in Colombia is accepting proposals under the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives to support small-scale, high-impact local projects. Funding prioritizes inclusive economic growth for Indigenous and Afro-Colombian communities, peace and security in … [Read more...] about Canada Fund for Local Initiatives: Empowering Colombian Communities
Call for Proposals: Enabling Accessibility Fund 2026 (Canada)
Deadline: 12-Mar-2026 The Enabling Accessibility Fund (EAF) by the Government of Canada provides $500,000–$1,000,000 for projects enhancing accessibility in workplaces and communities. The fund prioritizes initiatives that create employment opportunities for persons with disabilities … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Enabling Accessibility Fund 2026 (Canada)
Call for Applications: Indigenous 360 Grant Program (Canada)
Deadline: 25-Apr-2026 The Indigenous 360 Grant provides funding for Indigenous artists, Knowledge Keepers, and Indigenous-led organizations to create, present, and share artistic and cultural projects. Grants support activities from workshops and mentorships to performances, exhibitions, and … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Indigenous 360 Grant Program (Canada)
Community Development Grants for Inclusive Youth Sport and Physical Activity (Canada)
Deadline: 06-Feb-2026 The Community Development Grant Canada supports organizations that provide sport and physical activity opportunities for children and youth facing financial, social, or physical barriers. The program emphasizes equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), targeting underserved … [Read more...] about Community Development Grants for Inclusive Youth Sport and Physical Activity (Canada)
CFAs: Indigenous Youth and Community Futures Fund in Canada
Deadline: 05-Mar-2026 The Laidlaw Foundation Indigenous Youth Climate and Forest Fund (IYCFF) supports Indigenous youth-led groups in Ontario to lead community-based projects that strengthen culture, protect the environment, and advance justice. Grants of up to $30,000 USD are available for … [Read more...] about CFAs: Indigenous Youth and Community Futures Fund in Canada
Indigenous Early Learning and Child Care Quality Improvement Projects Grant (Canada)
Deadline: 25-Mar-2026 The Government of Canada is inviting proposals to support Indigenous-led initiatives that enhance access to culturally relevant and high-quality early learning and child care for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis children. Funding of up to $2 million per project is available for … [Read more...] about Indigenous Early Learning and Child Care Quality Improvement Projects Grant (Canada)
Lambeth Community Fund Grants Programme (United Kingdom)
Deadline: 13-Feb-2026 The Lambeth Community Fund provides grants of up to £10,000 per year for a maximum of two years to support grassroots, community-led projects in the London Borough of Lambeth. The fund prioritizes small organizations tackling local needs across four core themes: environmental … [Read more...] about Lambeth Community Fund Grants Programme (United Kingdom)
Empowering BIPOC-Led and Youth-Focused Organizations in Canada
Deadline: 09-Feb-2026 The LEVEL BIPOC Grants Program offers multi-year, flexible operational funding to strengthen BIPOC-led and BIPOC youth-led or youth-engaging organizations in British Columbia. The program provides $150,000 over three years to support organizational sustainability, leadership … [Read more...] about Empowering BIPOC-Led and Youth-Focused Organizations in Canada
Call for Proposals: Community Arts Festivals Grant Program (Canada)
Deadline: 18-Feb-2026 The British Columbia Arts Council invites proposals from community and Indigenous arts organizations to support multi-day arts festivals that celebrate creativity, culture, and community engagement. Grants up to $6,000 fund artistic and cultural programming, enabling festivals … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Community Arts Festivals Grant Program (Canada)
TMU Cross-Cultural Collaboration Grants in Arts and Environment
Deadline: 01-May-2026 The Trust for Mutual Understanding (TMU) supports cross-cultural collaborations that advance contemporary arts, environmental stewardship, and projects at the intersection of arts and environment. Grants prioritize sustained, community-engaged partnerships led by … [Read more...] about TMU Cross-Cultural Collaboration Grants in Arts and Environment
Black Impact Web Grant: Building Digital Power for Black-Led Organizations
Deadline: 28-Feb-2026 The Black Impact Web Grant (2026 Edition) is a digital equity initiative by Bombshell Impact Design Agency providing a $5,000 professional website package to a selected Black-led social impact organization. This grant aims to close the digital divide by equipping NGOs and … [Read more...] about Black Impact Web Grant: Building Digital Power for Black-Led Organizations
ELF Grants: Advancing Climate Action and Conservation in Canada
Deadline: 30-Jan-2026 The Environmental Legacy Fund (ELF) Grants, offered by the Whistler Community Foundation, provide up to $50,000 to support environmental conservation, climate action, and community resilience projects in the Whistler region. The program prioritizes projects aligned with … [Read more...] about ELF Grants: Advancing Climate Action and Conservation in Canada
Call for Proposals: Community-Led Conservation Projects (Zambia)
Deadline: 30-Jan-2026 The UNDP in Zambia invites proposals for community-led conservation projects under ICCA-GSI Phase 2, focusing on inclusive governance, gender equality, youth participation, and policy engagement. Grants of up to USD 25,000 support projects enhancing biodiversity, sustainable … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Community-Led Conservation Projects (Zambia)
Call for Applications: Equity Through Diverse Impact Grant (Canada)
Deadline: 28-Feb-2026 The OSEG Foundation EDI Grant supports organizations using sport as a tool for social change to improve access, inclusion, and opportunity for children and youth facing barriers. The program funds initiatives that promote equity, diversity, and inclusion in sport and … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Equity Through Diverse Impact Grant (Canada)
Creative Australia announces Tri Nations Exchange Program 2026 -28
Deadline: 03-Feb-2026 The Tri-Nations Exchange Program is an international cultural exchange opportunity for First Nations creatives in Australia working in fashion, textiles, and adornment. It supports long-term Indigenous-led collaboration with peers in Aotearoa New Zealand and Canada through … [Read more...] about Creative Australia announces Tri Nations Exchange Program 2026 -28
African Fellowships for Research in Indigenous and Alternative Knowledges (Second Cohort)
Deadline: 15-Feb-2026 The AFRIAK Fellowship by CODESRIA supports young African scholars and practitioners working with Indigenous and alternative knowledge systems through a structured seven-month research and practice programme. The fellowship promotes community-rooted, cross-border, and … [Read more...] about African Fellowships for Research in Indigenous and Alternative Knowledges (Second Cohort)
Fifth Edition of International Contest for Minority Artists 2026
Deadline: 01-Mar-2026 The Fifth Edition of the International Contest for Minority Artists (2026) provides a global platform for minority artists to showcase art addressing war and reconciliation. The contest supports creative expression, minority rights advocacy, and connects artists with the UN … [Read more...] about Fifth Edition of International Contest for Minority Artists 2026
Open Call for Sport and Recreation New Initiative Grant Program (Canada)
Deadline: 05-Feb-2026 The City of Regina New Initiative Grant Program provides funding to support first-time or one-time initiatives by eligible non-profit organizations aligned with the City’s Sport and Recreation objectives. Grants focus on Accessibility & Inclusion, Active … [Read more...] about Open Call for Sport and Recreation New Initiative Grant Program (Canada)
Bharat Startup Grand Challenge in Rural Development Technologies and Advanced Drone Technologies (India)
Deadline: 30-Dec-2025 The Bharat Startup Grand Challenge 2025 is a national innovation initiative supporting indigenous technologies that address rural development challenges while strengthening India’s drone and defence ecosystem. Backed by Sairam Institutions, Sri Sairam Techno Incubator … [Read more...] about Bharat Startup Grand Challenge in Rural Development Technologies and Advanced Drone Technologies (India)
Entries open for Ingenious+ Youth Innovation Challenge in Canada
Deadline: 23-Jan-2026 Ingenious+ is a Canadian youth innovation program that supports young people aged 14–18 who are developing ideas to improve communities, protect the environment, advance equity, or enhance well-being. The program offers funding, mentorship, and learning opportunities, … [Read more...] about Entries open for Ingenious+ Youth Innovation Challenge in Canada
Entries open for Small Grant Accessibility Program (Canada)
Deadline: 03-Feb-2026 The SaskCulture Small Grant Accessibility Program (SGAP) provides funding of up to $2,000 to support grassroots, innovative, and culturally inclusive initiatives across Saskatchewan. SGAP prioritizes first-time applicants, youth-led projects, Indigenous and … [Read more...] about Entries open for Small Grant Accessibility Program (Canada)
Open Call: Empowering Minority Engagement and Fostering Inclusion (Moldova)
Deadline: 22-Dec-2025 The European Union is offering grants to minority-focused Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Moldova to enhance their participation in consultation and decision-making at local, regional, and national levels. Grants of up to EUR 25,000 support projects that organize … [Read more...] about Open Call: Empowering Minority Engagement and Fostering Inclusion (Moldova)
Open Call for the Afritondo Short Story Prize (Africa)
Deadline: 23-Dec-2025 The Afritondo Short Story Prize 2025 invites Black and African writers worldwide to submit unpublished fiction on the theme “transition.” The prize rewards bold, imaginative storytelling with a $1,000 top award and recognizes emerging literary voices exploring personal and … [Read more...] about Open Call for the Afritondo Short Story Prize (Africa)
BMO’s Generation Regen Challenge in Canada and United States
Deadline: 23-Feb-2026 The Generation Regen Challenge, organized by One Young World, provides funding and support for young innovators advancing regenerative and sustainable agriculture in Canada and the United States. The program targets soil health, biodiversity, water stewardship, animal welfare, … [Read more...] about BMO’s Generation Regen Challenge in Canada and United States
Apply Now: Generation Regeneration Challenge in Canada and United States
Deadline: 23-Feb-2026 The Generation Regen Challenge by One Young World supports young Canadian and U.S. leaders driving regenerative and climate-smart agriculture through non-profits and social enterprises. Grants of $60,000 and $20,000, along with summit scholarships, are awarded to projects … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Generation Regeneration Challenge in Canada and United States
Call for LOIs: Cultivating Collaboration and Indigenous Driven Action Program (Canada)
Deadline: 09-Jan-2026 The Canada Water Agency’s Lake Winnipeg Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative is funding Indigenous-led stewardship through its Cultivating Collaboration and Indigenous-Driven Action stream. Letters of intent are due January 9, 2026, with multi-year projects running from April 1, … [Read more...] about Call for LOIs: Cultivating Collaboration and Indigenous Driven Action Program (Canada)
Apply Now: Forest Governance Story Grants 2025
Deadline: 06-Jan-2026 The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) is offering the 2025 Forest Governance Story Grants to support journalists producing investigative, evidence-based stories on forest governance. Selected reporters receive funding to cover fieldwork, travel, data collection, … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Forest Governance Story Grants 2025
