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Cohort 2: SAMVAY Flagship Mentorship Initiative (Czech Republic)

Deadline: 15-Jan-2026 The Embassy of India in the Czech Republic has launched Cohort 2 of SAMVAY, a free mentorship program for the Indian community in Czechia. Running from January to June 2026, the initiative offers one-on-one mentorship, masterclasses, and career guidance across diverse fields … [Read more...] about Cohort 2: SAMVAY Flagship Mentorship Initiative (Czech Republic)

Open Call for Jen Angel Anarchist Media Grant Program

Deadline: 02-Mar-2026 The Jen Angel Anarchist Media Grant Program provides micro-grants of $300–$1,500 to support diverse, community-centered creators worldwide. Priority is given to BIPOC, queer, trans/nonbinary, low-income, and incarcerated creators, funding projects that advance meaningful … [Read more...] about Open Call for Jen Angel Anarchist Media Grant Program

Nominations open for Ross Munro Award – Canada

Deadline: 31-Jan-2026 The Ross Munro Award recognizes Canadian journalists, authors, photojournalists, and videographers whose work demonstrates excellence in national defence and security storytelling. Awardees are celebrated for professional integrity, insightful analysis, and contributions that … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Ross Munro Award – Canada

Applications open for Local Postgraduate Bursary Programme (South Africa)

Deadline: 19-Dec-2025 The National Arts Council (NAC) Local Postgraduate Bursary Programme supports emerging South African arts practitioners pursuing postgraduate qualifications. Funding covers tuition, living costs, study materials, travel, and research, with priority given to … [Read more...] about Applications open for Local Postgraduate Bursary Programme (South Africa)

Request for Proposals: Working Grants Program (Germany)

Deadline: 08-Jun-2026 The Saxony-Anhalt Art Foundation Working Grants Program supports freelance artists in Saxony-Anhalt to pursue innovative and original artistic projects across fine arts, performing arts, literature, music, design, media, and interdisciplinary fields. Grants cover up to 50% of … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Working Grants Program (Germany)

Apply for Exhibition and Gallery Promotion Program (Germany)

Deadline: 08-Jun-2026 The Saxony-Anhalt Arts Foundation invites applications for the Exhibition and Gallery Promotion Program, providing up to €15,000 per year to support contemporary art exhibition projects. The program targets solo exhibitions, gallery programs, and innovative exhibition … [Read more...] about Apply for Exhibition and Gallery Promotion Program (Germany)

Local Audience Development Grants to Promote NSW Music (Australia)

Deadline: 12-Feb-2026 The NSW Government, through Sound NSW, offers grants of up to $200,000 to support major technology-driven projects that grow audiences, promote NSW music, and strengthen local music ecosystems. Funding supports digital platforms, AI tools, online content, marketing … [Read more...] about Local Audience Development Grants to Promote NSW Music (Australia)

Submissions open for Daring – Short Film Grant Program (Germany)

Deadline: 08-Jun-2026 The Saxony-Anhalt Arts Foundation offers the Daring – Short Film Grant Program to support young filmmakers in developing and producing short films up to 30 minutes. The program provides scholarships for script and project development, production grants covering up to 90% of … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Daring – Short Film Grant Program (Germany)

RFAs: Innovation Challenge for Sesotho AI Language Hackathon in Lesotho

Deadline: 14-Dec-2025 Lesotho’s Innovation Challenge invites innovators to build Sesotho-first AI solutions that expand digital access, preserve cultural heritage, and drive inclusive national development. With up to US$5,000 per project and a 45-day implementation period, the … [Read more...] about RFAs: Innovation Challenge for Sesotho AI Language Hackathon in Lesotho

Apply Now: The Prestigious Global Mentorship Programme

Deadline: 25-Jan-2026 The Global Entrepreneurs and Leaders Academy (GELA) offers a hybrid, globally collaborative mentorship and skills program for youth aged 18–35, focusing on employability, leadership, and social impact. The initiative targets marginalized and socioeconomically disadvantaged … [Read more...] about Apply Now: The Prestigious Global Mentorship Programme

Grants to improve Marine Mammal Stock Assessments and Mitigate Impacts (US)

Deadline: 16-Jan-2026 The Marine Mammal Commission is inviting proposals for projects that develop technologies, analytical methods, and community-based approaches to improve marine mammal stock assessments and mitigate human-caused impacts. Funding of up to USD $75,000 per project … [Read more...] about Grants to improve Marine Mammal Stock Assessments and Mitigate Impacts (US)

Applications open for Sound Art Residency Program

Deadline: 18-Jan-2026 The Sound Art Residency Program at the musée du quai Branly – Jacques Chirac supports artists from Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas to develop innovative sound-based works that preserve intangible heritage. Artists receive a fixed grant of €8,000 plus production … [Read more...] about Applications open for Sound Art Residency Program

Submissions Open: The Caine Prize for African Writing

Deadline: 27-Feb-2026 The Caine Prize invites publishers to submit outstanding short fiction by African writers, providing a platform for stories between 3,000–10,000 words published within the last five years. Eligible submissions must be fictional short stories, and publishers retain author … [Read more...] about Submissions Open: The Caine Prize for African Writing

Call for Proposals: Inspiration Grant Program (UK)

Deadline: 31-Dec-2025 The Inspiration Grant Program provides young people in Bernicia’s operating area with funding to develop talents in sports, academics, performing arts, and creative pursuits. Grants of up to £1,000 are available to support skill development and reduce barriers … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Inspiration Grant Program (UK)

Monaco Ocean Protection Challenge for Ocean Innovators

Deadline: 13-Feb-2026 The Monaco Ocean Protection Challenge (MOPC) is an international business-plan competition that empowers students, recent graduates and young entrepreneurs to create innovative, ocean-positive solutions. Participants can pitch concepts, products, services or … [Read more...] about Monaco Ocean Protection Challenge for Ocean Innovators

RFAs: The NATO Science for Peace and Security (SPS) Programme

Deadline: 31-Jan-2026 The NATO Science for Peace and Security (SPS) Programme offers funding, expert guidance, and collaborative opportunities for scientists and experts from NATO member and partner countries. Focused on emerging technologies, AI, biotechnology, space, and hybrid threat defense, … [Read more...] about RFAs: The NATO Science for Peace and Security (SPS) Programme

Entries open for Click! Japan Photo Contests – India

Deadline: 15-Feb-2026 The Click! Japan Photo Contest 2026, organized by the Embassy of Japan and the Japan Foundation New Delhi, invites Indian amateur photographers who have traveled to Japan between 1 March 2025 and 15 February 2026. Participants can submit 1–2 original photographs highlighting … [Read more...] about Entries open for Click! Japan Photo Contests – India

Request for Proposals: Student Mini Grant Program

Deadline: 15-Jan-2026 The Algalita Marine Research and Education Student Mini Grant Program provides $500 grants to support youth-led projects addressing the root causes of plastic pollution. Open to students aged 11–25, the program funds creative, community-based solutions and includes mentorship, … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Student Mini Grant Program

Apply Now: Leaders Africa Virtual Leadership Development Program

Deadline: 12-Dec-2025 The Barack Obama Foundation’s Leaders Africa Virtual Leadership Development Program is a six-month initiative designed to empower 35 emerging African leaders with values-based leadership skills. Participants engage in weekly virtual sessions, monthly community groups, and … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Leaders Africa Virtual Leadership Development Program

RFAs: Leaders Europe Virtual Leadership Development Program

Deadline: 12-Dec-2025 The Barack Obama Foundation’s Leaders Europe Virtual Leadership Development Program is a six-month initiative designed to empower 100 emerging leaders across Europe. Participants develop values-based leadership skills, engage in expert-led workshops, community groups, and … [Read more...] about RFAs: Leaders Europe Virtual Leadership Development Program

RFPs: Leaders Asia-Pacific Virtual Leadership Development Program

Deadline: 12-Dec-2025 The Leaders Asia-Pacific Virtual Leadership Development Program is a six-month hybrid initiative designed to empower 35 emerging leaders from the Asia-Pacific region. Participants develop skills in values-based leadership, storytelling, power dynamics, and cross-cultural … [Read more...] about RFPs: Leaders Asia-Pacific Virtual Leadership Development Program

Leaders United States Virtual Leadership Development Program

Deadline: 12-Dec-2025 The Barack Obama Foundation’s Leaders United States Virtual Leadership Development Program is a six-month, fully virtual experience designed to empower 100 emerging leaders ages 24–45 who are driving systems-level change. The program provides weekly sessions, peer-learning, … [Read more...] about Leaders United States Virtual Leadership Development Program

Call for Nominations: 2027 Mustafa (pbuh) Prize

Deadline: 20-Feb-2026 The Mustafa (pbuh) Prize recognizes outstanding contributions by Muslim scientists worldwide in Life & Medical Science and Technology, and Basic & Engineering Sciences. Awardees receive USD 500,000, a medal, certificate, and emblem for work that significantly advances … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: 2027 Mustafa (pbuh) Prize

Apply for Sustainable Tourism Innovation Challenge (Ireland and Cambodia)

Deadline: 31-Jan-2026 The Sustainable Tourism Innovation Challenge invites university students to co-create solutions for Cambodia’s tourism sector in collaboration with peers from Ireland. Top teams gain international exposure, travel opportunities, and funding to implement sustainable tourism … [Read more...] about Apply for Sustainable Tourism Innovation Challenge (Ireland and Cambodia)

Open Call: Kellogg-Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investing Challenge

Deadline: 25-Jan-2026 The Kellogg-Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investing Challenge is a global competition for graduate students to design innovative financial solutions addressing pressing social and environmental issues. Participants develop investment strategies that balance measurable impact with … [Read more...] about Open Call: Kellogg-Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investing Challenge

Call for Proposals: STEG Larger Research Grant Program (6th Call)

Deadline: 02-Feb-2026 The Structural Transformation and Economic Growth (STEG) Programme invites applications for Larger Research Grants (LRGs), funding research on economic growth, structural transformation, and related policy issues in low-income countries. Grants of up to £100,000 support data … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: STEG Larger Research Grant Program (6th Call)

Project Funding Support for Artists and Cultural Practitioners in Germany

Deadline: 08-Jun-2026 The Art Foundation of the State of Saxony-Anhalt offers comprehensive project funding for artistic, cultural, and interdisciplinary initiatives, alongside a specialized Catalogue Raisonné Program for documenting artists’ complete works. The funding supports fine arts, … [Read more...] about Project Funding Support for Artists and Cultural Practitioners in Germany

CFPs: Transatlantic Research Partnership Grant Program (US and France)

Deadline: 15-Feb-2026 The Transatlantic Research Partnership (TRP) offers a 2-year collaborative grant for US- and France-based scholars to pursue interdisciplinary research on critical global issues. The program provides up to $20,000, supporting travel, research dissemination, and professional … [Read more...] about CFPs: Transatlantic Research Partnership Grant Program (US and France)

Submissions open for the Roux Prize

Deadline: 03-Mar-2026 The Roux Prize recognizes exceptional innovation in using disease burden research to improve population health. Valued at $100,000 USD, the award is open globally to individuals or groups who have applied health evidence in practical and impactful ways. Nominations close on … [Read more...] about Submissions open for the Roux Prize

Special Grant Program for the Development of AI Technologies in Ukraine

Deadline: 14-Jan-2026 The U.S. Department of Defense is supporting a new grant program through the Ukrainian Defense Innovation Fund to accelerate the development and combat testing of advanced defense technologies. Ukrainian companies and individual entrepreneurs can receive up to … [Read more...] about Special Grant Program for the Development of AI Technologies in Ukraine

Call for Applications: Humanities Research Fellowship Program

Deadline: 05-Jan-2026 The NYU Abu Dhabi Humanities Research Fellowship (HRF) invites early-career scholars to apply for a residential postdoctoral fellowship focused on the Arab world for the 2026–27 academic year. Fellows receive research support, housing, a stipend, and the opportunity to … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Humanities Research Fellowship Program

Request for Applications: Africa Youth Portal and Research Programme

Deadline: 12-Dec-2025 The South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA) invites postgraduate youth researchers across Africa to apply for the Africa Youth Portal and Research Programme. This initiative offers mentorship, hands-on policy research training, and the opportunity to publish … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Africa Youth Portal and Research Programme

Open Call for Annual World Press Photo Contest

Deadline: 17-Jan-2026 The Annual World Press Photo Contest celebrates outstanding photojournalism and documentary photography from the past year. Professional photographers can submit singles, stories, or long-term projects, with winners receiving cash prizes, cameras, global exhibition exposure, … [Read more...] about Open Call for Annual World Press Photo Contest

Second Co-funded Call for Transnational Research Projects

Deadline: 11-Feb-2026 The Second Co-funded Call for Transnational Research Projects provides €39 million to support innovative, impact-driven research that accelerates Europe’s transition to sustainable food systems. The call targets food consumption, processing, supply chains, governance, and … [Read more...] about Second Co-funded Call for Transnational Research Projects

CFPs: Small Grants Programme for Central Asia

Deadline: 31-Dec-2025 The Norwegian Helsinki Committee (NHC) invites proposals for its Small Grants Programme supporting human rights, democracy, and civic activism in Central Asia. Grants range from $500 to $9,999 USD, with projects running from January 2025 to October 2026. Applications are open … [Read more...] about CFPs: Small Grants Programme for Central Asia

Apply for Climate Change and Human Health Seed Grant Program (US and Canada)

Deadline: 22-Jan-2026 The Burroughs Wellcome Fund is offering the Climate Change and Human Health Seed Grant Program to support collaborative, early-stage projects exploring the impact of climate change on human health. Grants range from $2,500 to $50,000, with a total of $1 million … [Read more...] about Apply for Climate Change and Human Health Seed Grant Program (US and Canada)

Fund for Investigative Journalism’s Regular Grant Program in US

Deadline: 26-Jan-2026 The Fund for Investigative Journalism provides grants of up to $10,000 to support reporters in producing high-quality, nonpartisan investigative stories. The program funds freelance journalists, staff reporters, and media outlets working across print, online, broadcast, and … [Read more...] about Fund for Investigative Journalism’s Regular Grant Program in US

Swiss Institute launches Palermo Residency Program (Switzerland)

Deadline: 18-Jan-2026 The Palermo Calling Residency by the Swiss Institute offers artists and researchers an immersive transdisciplinary experience in Palermo, Italy. Residents participate in study trips, workshops, events, and collaborative projects, gaining access to international networks, … [Read more...] about Swiss Institute launches Palermo Residency Program (Switzerland)

Request for Proposals: Curatorial Residency Program in Switzerland

Deadline: 18-Jan-2026 The Swiss Institute Curatorial Residency Program in Palermo supports curators and researchers to advance transdisciplinary work in art and science while fostering international exchange. Residents gain access to study trips, workshops, public events, and institutional … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Curatorial Residency Program in Switzerland

Palermo Calling – Art and Science Residency Program (Switzerland)

Deadline: 18-Jan-2026 The Palermo Calling – Art & Science Residency Program by the Swiss Institute supports emerging artists and researchers to collaborate across disciplines. The program offers study trips, workshops, networking opportunities, and access to international platforms, with … [Read more...] about Palermo Calling – Art and Science Residency Program (Switzerland)

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

Call for Proposals: Identification of Children for HIV Treatment

Deadline: 30-Jan-2026 Aidsfonds has launched a major funding call to support national community-based organizations in identifying children and adolescents aged 0–14 living with HIV across Malawi, Mozambique, South Africa, Tanzania and Nigeria. The programme focuses on … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Identification of Children for HIV Treatment

Applications open for CYD Doctoral Fellowships

Deadline: 25-Feb-2026 The CYD Doctoral Fellowships provide up to four years of full financial, academic, and institutional support for PhD candidates conducting cyber-defence research in Switzerland. The program focuses on security, privacy, digital trust, AI-driven data analysis, information … [Read more...] about Applications open for CYD Doctoral Fellowships

Open Call: Bridge to Success Grant for Early Career Investigators

Deadline: 05-Jan-2026 The AASM Foundation Bridge to Success Grant supports early-career investigators in sleep and circadian research by providing up to $100,000 for one year to refine previously reviewed grant applications. The grant helps researchers revise proposals, strengthen mentorship plans, … [Read more...] about Open Call: Bridge to Success Grant for Early Career Investigators

CFAs: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Arts Development Fund (Australia)

Deadline: 22-Dec-2025 provides one-off grants to support new creative performing arts and visual arts work across Queensland. With two major funding streams offering up to $70,000 and $30,000, the program aims to strengthen artistic excellence, expand national and international market access, and … [Read more...] about CFAs: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Arts Development Fund (Australia)

RFAs: Arts Projects for Individuals and Groups (Australia)

Deadline: 15-Jan-2026 The Western Australian Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries offers grants of $5,000 to $80,000 to support artists, creatives, and community practitioners across three categories: Aboriginal Arts, Arts and Creative Business Development, and Creative … [Read more...] about RFAs: Arts Projects for Individuals and Groups (Australia)

The Lundbeck Foundation Scientific Enrichment Prize (Denmark)

Deadline: 05-Feb-2026 The Lundbeck Foundation Scientific Enrichment Prize recognizes researchers in Denmark who have actively enriched scientific environments through diversity, inclusivity, and creative collaboration in biomedical, health, and clinical sciences. Winners receive DKK 100,000 and are … [Read more...] about The Lundbeck Foundation Scientific Enrichment Prize (Denmark)

Submit Applications for Roma Calling Residency Program (Switzerland)

Deadline: 18-Jan-2026 The Roma Calling Residency by the Swiss Institute offers emerging artists and researchers a 5–10 month immersive program in Rome, fostering transdisciplinary collaboration and international exchange. Residents participate in workshops, study trips, events, and planning … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Roma Calling Residency Program (Switzerland)

Applications open for Emerging Artist Grants Program in Australia

Deadline: 20-Jan-2026 The Ian Potter Cultural Trust Emerging Artist Grants 2026 provide up to $15,000 to support professional development for early-career Australian artists across all disciplines. The grants fund opportunities such as residencies, mentorships, masterclasses, workshops, and … [Read more...] about Applications open for Emerging Artist Grants Program in Australia

Milano Calling – Swiss Institute Residency Program (Switzerland)

Deadline: 18-Jan-2026 The Milano Calling Residency Program by the Istituto Svizzero offers a seven-month immersive opportunity for emerging artists and researchers to collaborate across disciplines in Milan. Residents participate in study trips, workshops, exhibitions, and networking while … [Read more...] about Milano Calling – Swiss Institute Residency Program (Switzerland)

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