Deadline: 13-Nov-2025 The Lovedale TVET College has launched a pioneering student innovation challenge in collaboration with UNDP South Africa, designed to nurture student creativity, strengthen hands-on learning, and build a sustainable innovation-to-venture pipeline through its Centre for … [Read more...] about Innovation Hub Partner for the Lovedale TVET Student Fund Challenge (South Africa)
Latest Grants and Resources for Information Technology for Development
View the latest grant funding and resources in the area of Information Technology for Development for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals around the world.
Join Now: Main Summit Events for India – AI Impact Summit
Deadline: 15-Nov-2025 The India‑AI Impact Summit 2026 presents a compelling opportunity for innovators, policymakers, academia and industry to come together in New Delhi in February 2026 to shape the future of artificial intelligence. This high-profile event, hosted by Ministry of Electronics … [Read more...] about Join Now: Main Summit Events for India – AI Impact Summit
Request for Applications: Smart Building Grant Program (Canada)
Deadline: 14-November-2025 The Canada’s Centre of Excellence in Next Generation Networks, opportunity has been launched to advance innovation in smart building technologies through a partnership between CENGN and Morguard. This call for proposals invites Canadian organizations to develop and … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Smart Building Grant Program (Canada)
EU-PH Green Economy Partnership SO2 Circular Solutions Innovation Challenge (Philippines)
Deadline: 14-Nov-2025 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has launched an Innovation Challenge to support business solutions that advance the transition to a circular economy in selected Local Government Units (LGUs). The initiative aims to identify and test practical, locally … [Read more...] about EU-PH Green Economy Partnership SO2 Circular Solutions Innovation Challenge (Philippines)
G7 Countries Alliance International Catalyst Quantum Grant Program (Canada)
Deadline: 08-January-2026 The Government of Canada has launched the National Quantum Strategy (NQS) to amplify Canada’s significant strengths in quantum research; grow its quantum-ready technologies, companies and talent and solidify Canada’s global leadership in this area. The focus areas … [Read more...] about G7 Countries Alliance International Catalyst Quantum Grant Program (Canada)
CFPs: Network Management Planning and Control and Mobility Management in a Multimodal Environment and Digital Enablers
Deadline: 11-February-2026 The European Union has launched a flagship initiative under Horizon Europe to enhance network management planning, multimodal mobility, artificial intelligence integration, and digital enablers for a resilient and interconnected European rail system. The focus … [Read more...] about CFPs: Network Management Planning and Control and Mobility Management in a Multimodal Environment and Digital Enablers
Call for Proposals: Sustainable Socioeconomic Initiatives in the Cerrado and Caatinga Biomes (Brazil)
Deadline: 10 November, 2025 The Ecos Fund, managed by the Instituto Sociedade, População e Natureza (ISPN), has launched the 45th Call for Proposals to support community-based and civil society organizations working in the Cerrado and Caatinga biomes. The call is part of the GEF Small Grants … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Sustainable Socioeconomic Initiatives in the Cerrado and Caatinga Biomes (Brazil)
Apply for Skill India Sculpture Design Contest
Deadline: 21-November-2025 The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship in collaboration with MyGov invites citizens to design the sculpture and each entry must include a short note on the concept of design. The core themes emphasize innovation, inclusion, empowerment, and national … [Read more...] about Apply for Skill India Sculpture Design Contest
RFPs: Climate Intervention Environmental Impact Fund
Deadline: 15 March, 2026 The Climate Intervention Environmental Impact Fund supports and advises innovative investigators across the world who are working to reverse climate change. Applicants should write a grant request that demonstrates how they would spend $75,000 usefully on EIA, … [Read more...] about RFPs: Climate Intervention Environmental Impact Fund
Entries open for Wellcome Early-Career Awards
Deadline: 17 February 2026 The Wellcome is seeking applications for its Early-Career Awards to provide funding for early-career researchers from any discipline who are ready to develop their research identity. The scheme focuses on advancing understanding in respective fields and/or developing … [Read more...] about Entries open for Wellcome Early-Career Awards
Open Call for Doctoral Dissertation Proposal Fellowship Program
Deadline: 16-Jan-2026 The Doctoral Dissertation Proposal Fellowship Program provides support to PhD students working on developing a doctoral dissertation proposal, as well as students who have recently completed a master’s degree and seek to enroll in a PhD program. This initiative aims to … [Read more...] about Open Call for Doctoral Dissertation Proposal Fellowship Program
ESA Φ-Lab 2nd Grand Marathon 2025 to Drive AI-Enabled Earth Observation for Civilian Protection
Deadline: 04-Jan-2026 The European Space Agency’s Φ-Lab has launched the 2nd Grand Marathon, a challenge that calls innovators to design next-generation AI-enabled Earth Observation (EO) concepts for civilian protection in conflict and disaster zones. Focus Areas: Civilian populations in … [Read more...] about ESA Φ-Lab 2nd Grand Marathon 2025 to Drive AI-Enabled Earth Observation for Civilian Protection
Call for Papers: Media and Geopolitics in the Arab World
Deadline: 01-Dec-2025 For its 40th issue, Arab Media and Society invites scholars, researchers, and practitioners to submit contributions that critically interrogate the nexus between media and geopolitics in the Arab world. The key themes encompass the multifaceted relationship between media … [Read more...] about Call for Papers: Media and Geopolitics in the Arab World
CFAs: Hashtag Suraksha Cyber Security Reels Competition (India)
Deadline: 27-Nov-2025 The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), in collaboration with Cyber Buddha and hosted on MyGov, invites India’s young adults aged 18–19 years to participate in the Hashtag Suraksha Cyber Security Reels Competition (Senior Category). Participants … [Read more...] about CFAs: Hashtag Suraksha Cyber Security Reels Competition (India)
Hashtag Suraksha Cyber Security Reels Competition for Intermediate Category (15-17 years) – India
Deadline: 27-Nov-2025 The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), in collaboration with Cyber Buddha and hosted on MyGov, invites teenagers aged 15–17 years to showcase their creativity and awareness through the Hashtag Suraksha Cyber Security Reels Competition (Intermediate … [Read more...] about Hashtag Suraksha Cyber Security Reels Competition for Intermediate Category (15-17 years) – India
Hashtag Suraksha Cyber Security Reels Competition for Junior Category (12-14 years) in India
Deadline: 27-Nov-2025 The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), in collaboration with Cyber Buddha and hosted on MyGov, invites young creators aged 12–14 years to participate in India’s first Cyber Security Reels Competition — the Hashtag Suraksha Cyber Security Reels … [Read more...] about Hashtag Suraksha Cyber Security Reels Competition for Junior Category (12-14 years) in India
Submissions open for Ecologies of Culture
Deadline: 12-Dec-2025 The Ecologies of Culture — a new, four-year program co-funded by the European Union and led by the Arab Fund for Arts and Culture - AFAC, in partnership with Oxfam, Megaphone, and Echos Electrik — invites applicants from inside and outside artistic practice to answer this … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Ecologies of Culture
Open Call: ghost in the loop Arts Program (UK and Germany)
Deadline: 20-Nov-2025 The Photographers’ Gallery and Goethe-Institut London invite proposals for two micro-commissions from artists or collectives based in the UK or Germany. The programme focuses on exploring how cultural practices evolve within computational environments, how feedback loops … [Read more...] about Open Call: ghost in the loop Arts Program (UK and Germany)
CFPs: 7th GEF Project on Mainstreaming Sustainable Land Management (South Africa)
Deadline: 22-Nov-2025 The Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (GEF SGP) has announced a new funding opportunity focused on empowering communities in Mohlaletsi, Sekhukhune District, Limpopo Province to support innovative, community-driven projects that contribute to sustainable … [Read more...] about CFPs: 7th GEF Project on Mainstreaming Sustainable Land Management (South Africa)
Open Call for Cyber Awareness Design Challenge (India)
Deadline: 15-Nov-2025 The Data Security Council of India has launched the Cyber Awareness Design Challenge to leverage the creative potential of design students from leading institutions, graphic designers and content creators across India to develop innovative, impactful, and culturally resonant … [Read more...] about Open Call for Cyber Awareness Design Challenge (India)
Entries open for Global Youth Challenge
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025 The AI Impact Summit has announced its Global Youth Challenge to promote AI innovation and an entrepreneurial mindset among youth worldwide. The challenge aims to provide opportunities for youth to engage with global AI experts through workshops and mentorships, offering … [Read more...] about Entries open for Global Youth Challenge
Call for Proposals: Translational Research in Healthcare Technologies (India)
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025 IHub-Data invites proposals from researchers and innovators for translational research projects in healthcare technologies, focusing on Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Biomedical Devices, aimed at accelerating innovative, deployable solutions with … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Translational Research in Healthcare Technologies (India)
CFPs: Empowering ST Researchers in Data-Driven Technologies in India
Deadline: 20-Nov-2025 The IHub-Data, IIIT Hyderabad invites research proposals from researchers belonging to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category under a special call aimed at fostering participation and innovation in data-driven technologies. The focus areas for this initiative include … [Read more...] about CFPs: Empowering ST Researchers in Data-Driven Technologies in India
AI by HER: Global Impact Challenge
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025 The AI by HER Global Impact Challenge, set to culminate at the India-AI Impact Summit in February 2026 in New Delhi, invites women technologists worldwide to showcase artificial intelligence solutions addressing real-world challenges across critical sectors, offering … [Read more...] about AI by HER: Global Impact Challenge
Open Call: AI for All Global Impact Challenge
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025 The AI for All Global Impact Challenge invites students, professionals, researchers, and companies worldwide to propose pilot-ready AI solutions addressing critical needs across sectors to deliver inclusive and scalable impact with support through mentorship, funding, and … [Read more...] about Open Call: AI for All Global Impact Challenge
Cyber Smart Idea Challenge for building a Cybercrime-free Digital (India)
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025 The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), in collaboration with MyGov, invites citizens to participate in the Cyber Smart Idea Challenge to promote safe online practices and protect people from cyber risks. The focus of … [Read more...] about Cyber Smart Idea Challenge for building a Cybercrime-free Digital (India)
Submissions open for CyberShield Creators Infographic Contest (India)
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025 The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), in collaboration with MyGov, invites citizens to participate in the CyberShield Creators Infographic Contest to promote peer-to-peer learning and inspire safe online habits. The … [Read more...] about Submissions open for CyberShield Creators Infographic Contest (India)
Cyber Warriors Doodle Contest for Youth for a Safer Digital India
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025 The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), in collaboration with MyGov, invites school and college students to participate in the Cyber Warriors Doodle Contest to creatively promote cyber awareness among young citizens. The … [Read more...] about Cyber Warriors Doodle Contest for Youth for a Safer Digital India
Request for Applications: NCPD Institutional Capacity Strengthening and Systems Development (Egypt)
Deadline: 26-Oct-2025 The Italian Agency for Development Cooperation – Cairo Office (AICS-Cairo) has launched an EU-funded Expression of Interest for eligible service providers to design and implement institutional capacity strengthening and digital systems development for the National Council … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: NCPD Institutional Capacity Strengthening and Systems Development (Egypt)
Call for Applications: GeoAI Build and Pitch Programme (United Kingdom)
Deadline: 09-Nov-2025 The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), in collaboration with Innovate UK Business Connect and partners, is launching the GeoAI Build and Pitch Programme from 13 to 15 January 2026 at the University of Leeds to support innovators developing Earth … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: GeoAI Build and Pitch Programme (United Kingdom)
GeoAI Build and Pitch Programme: Next-Gen Spatial Planning for Land, Ocean, and Climate (UK)
Deadline: 09-Nov-2025 The GeoAI Build and Pitch Programme, organised by DEFRA and Innovate UK Business Connect, invites innovators across the UK to develop Earth Observation and AI-based solutions for smarter spatial planning and sustainable land and ocean use, running from 13 January to 15 March … [Read more...] about GeoAI Build and Pitch Programme: Next-Gen Spatial Planning for Land, Ocean, and Climate (UK)
Zenith Bank Hackathon 5.0 – Shaping the Future of Financial Innovation (Africa)
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025 The Zenith Bank Hackathon 5.0 invites innovators, developers, and startups across Africa to submit AI-driven fintech solutions for a chance to co-create groundbreaking digital innovations that advance financial inclusion, operational efficiency, and technology-driven growth … [Read more...] about Zenith Bank Hackathon 5.0 – Shaping the Future of Financial Innovation (Africa)
Call for Submissions: ResilMesh Project
Deadline: 05-Nov-2025 The ResilMesh project has opened its second open call, inviting innovators, researchers, and technology developers to collaborate in strengthening cybersecurity and resilience across Europe’s critical infrastructures. This opportunity is designed for organizations aiming … [Read more...] about Call for Submissions: ResilMesh Project
Submit Now: GitLab Foundation launches AI for Economic Opportunity Fund (US)
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025 The AI for Economic Opportunity Fund is launching its third round, inviting innovative proposals that demonstrate how artificial intelligence can transform systems that shape economic opportunity. Projects might reimagine service delivery, enable personalized education … [Read more...] about Submit Now: GitLab Foundation launches AI for Economic Opportunity Fund (US)
Applications open for Extreme Weather Advisor Challenge – Bangladesh
Deadline: 01-Dec-2025 The IEEE Humanitarian Technologies and the International Telecommunication Union launched the Generative AI for Good Challenge in collaboration with the World Meteorological Organization to empower rural communities in Bangladesh with an AI-powered Extreme Weather Advisor to … [Read more...] about Applications open for Extreme Weather Advisor Challenge – Bangladesh
CFAs: AI-Powered Chatbot for Non-Communicable Diseases Prevention in Gambia
Deadline: 01-Dec-2025 The GenAI for Good Challenge in 2025 invites innovators to develop an AI-powered, multilingual chatbot targeting Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) prevention and management, aimed at reducing the high burden of NCDs in The Gambia by delivering personalized health guidance … [Read more...] about CFAs: AI-Powered Chatbot for Non-Communicable Diseases Prevention in Gambia
Call for Proposals: AI-Powered Agricultural Extension Chatbot in Lesotho
Deadline: 01-Dec-2025 The GenAI for Good Challenge by IEEE Humanitarian Technologies and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is inviting innovators to develop an AI-powered chatbot solution that supports smallholder farmers and agricultural advisors in Lesotho by providing timely and … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: AI-Powered Agricultural Extension Chatbot in Lesotho
Submit Applications for International Residencies Grant (Canada)
Deadline: 22-Oct-2025 The International Residencies program offers vital support to Canadian artists, arts workers, artistic groups, and organizations seeking to expand their creative practice through residencies abroad. The Arts Across Canada and Abroad program, it aims to strengthen … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for International Residencies Grant (Canada)
Request for Proposals: iDEX Open Innovation Challenge (India)
Deadline: 30-Nov-2025 The iDEX Open Challenge is an initiative by iDEX - DIO launched to foster innovation and entrepreneurship in India's defence and aerospace sectors by inviting proposals that leverage advanced technology solutions from Indian startups, individual innovators, and MSMEs through … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: iDEX Open Innovation Challenge (India)
Virtual Media Workshop to Strengthen Reporting on Environmental Threats and Solutions
Deadline: 12-Nov-2025 The Earth Journalism Network is hosting a two-day virtual media workshop from 28-29 January 2026 for journalists in the Western Balkans interested in reporting on environmental threats and solutions. The Environmental Journalism Network’s (EJN) Boosting Environmental … [Read more...] about Virtual Media Workshop to Strengthen Reporting on Environmental Threats and Solutions
Applications open for Gen(Z)AI Program in Canada
Deadline: 17-Oct-2025 The Centre for Media, Technology and Democracy is inviting applications for its Gen(Z)AI Program to ensure young Canadians have a say in shaping the policies that govern these technologies. The Gen(Z)AI Youth Forums explore four key themes shaping the future of artificial … [Read more...] about Applications open for Gen(Z)AI Program in Canada
Apply for Exponential Science Fellows Program
Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The Exponential Science invites academic researchers and industry experts to submit project proposals (on a rolling basis). Projects may focus on, but are not limited to, areas such as Real-World Asset (RWA) Tokenization, which involves frameworks for compliant issuance … [Read more...] about Apply for Exponential Science Fellows Program
Entries open for National Digital Awards 2026 (Ireland)
Deadline: 14-Nov-2025 Digital Business Ireland is hosting the National Digital Awards 2026 to celebrate businesses, organisations, and people leading the way in digital innovation and e-commerce across Ireland. Categories: Websites (National Website of the Year, New Website of the Year, Large … [Read more...] about Entries open for National Digital Awards 2026 (Ireland)
CFPs: International Collaboration for Information-driven Personalised Medicine (Sweden)
Deadline: 20-Jan-2026 Vinnova, Sweden's innovation agency, offers funding for Swedish actors to participate in the European partnership for Personalised Medicine (EP PerMed) to develop and test new data-driven solutions for the treatment and management of chronic diseases through international … [Read more...] about CFPs: International Collaboration for Information-driven Personalised Medicine (Sweden)
France Excellence Research Residency Programme 2026 (Ireland)
Deadline: 18-Oct-2025 The France Excellence Research Residency programme is intended for Irish or foreign researchers, young researchers and PhD students working in an Irish research institution who wish to undertake a research visit of up to a month in France. This initiative is designed to … [Read more...] about France Excellence Research Residency Programme 2026 (Ireland)
Apply for the EcoTech Emerge Challenge
Deadline: 02-Nov-2025 Are you ready to make a real impact on the world? The EcoTech Emerge Challenge is your chance to share innovative ideas that drive the global industry towards a sustainable, net-zero future. The challenge focuses on four key areas: EcoTech AI – green solutions powered by … [Read more...] about Apply for the EcoTech Emerge Challenge
CFPs: Collaborations with the US in AI, Digital Infrastructure and Cyber Security (Sweden)
Deadline: 25-Nov-2025 Swedish research organizations, companies, and public bodies can apply for Vinnova funding of up to 150,000 SEK to collaborate with US partners in AI, digital infrastructure, and cybersecurity, including a stay in Silicon Valley during Nvidia’s GTC conference in spring 2026, … [Read more...] about CFPs: Collaborations with the US in AI, Digital Infrastructure and Cyber Security (Sweden)
Entries open for NGI Mobifree Pilot Program
Deadline: 01-Dec-2025 The NGI Mobifree program by NLnet Foundation is currently offering R&D grants between €5,000 and €50,000 to independent developers, organizations, and researchers who want to push mobile technology toward more open, ethical, and human-centered designs. Mobifree aims … [Read more...] about Entries open for NGI Mobifree Pilot Program
Applications open for NLnet/NGI TALER Grant Program
Deadline: 01-Dec-2025 The NLnet/NGI TALER grant program is inviting proposals for research and development projects that contribute to the future of privacy-respecting digital payments. TALER builds on the existing GNU Taler system to enable secure, transparent, and user-friendly payment … [Read more...] about Applications open for NLnet/NGI TALER Grant Program
Entries open for Pulitzer Center Writing Contest
Deadline: 14-Nov-2025 Applications are now open for the Pulitzer Center Writing Contest to make their voices heard by participating in a letter-writing contest that encourages civic engagement and global awareness. The contest focuses on five key issues: Climate and Environment (Includes … [Read more...] about Entries open for Pulitzer Center Writing Contest
