Deadline: 15-Dec-20 If you have an idea, solution or approach to improve human rights work, your team (2 - 5 people) can apply for this Digital Innovations for Human Rights Program to create digital solutions for Human Rights Defenders to execute their work in better, more efficient and more … [Read more...] about Digital Innovations for Human Rights Program: Submit Applications Now!
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.
Women in AI (WAI) Awards 2021 – Australia and New Zealand
Deadline: 14-Dec-20 Women in AI (WAI) is a global network of female experts and professionals in the field of Artificial Intelligence working towards gender-inclusive AI that benefits a global society. Their mission is to close the gender gap in the field by educating the next generation of … [Read more...] about Women in AI (WAI) Awards 2021 – Australia and New Zealand
Bureau of DRL: Internet Freedom Annual Program Statement
Deadline: 05-Mar-21 The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) announces a Request for Statements of Interest (RSOI) from organizations interested in submitting Statements of Interest (SOI) for programs that support Internet Freedom. In support of the U.S. International Strategy … [Read more...] about Bureau of DRL: Internet Freedom Annual Program Statement
U.S. Mission to Ukraine: 8th Round of Development Cooperation Partnership (DCP)
Deadline: 5-Jan-21 The U.S. Mission to Ukraine has launched the 8th round of the Development Cooperation Partnership (DCP), formerly known as Emerging Donors Challenge Program (EDCP). Through the DCP initiative, the United States builds partnerships with these partner donor countries by … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Ukraine: 8th Round of Development Cooperation Partnership (DCP)
Special Grant Round 2020-2021 for Organisations and Individuals in LAC and Australia
Deadline: 23-Dec-20 The Council on Australia Latin America Relations has opened a new Special Grant Round 2020-2021 with the focus theme of ‘Economic Recovery’ and will support innovative activities that use digital technologies to strengthen relationships between Australia and Latin America and … [Read more...] about Special Grant Round 2020-2021 for Organisations and Individuals in LAC and Australia
Apply Now for the U.S. Mission Turkey Grants Program
Deadline: 29-Jan-21 U.S. Mission Turkey announces its country-wide grants program. Funding is available to support projects that address one or more of the following key bilateral themes. Themes Support Shared Security: Projects for consideration in this category should support and advance … [Read more...] about Apply Now for the U.S. Mission Turkey Grants Program
Global Disruptive Tech Challenge 2021: Restoring Landscapes in Aral Sea Region
Deadline: 15-Jan-21 Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) has announced the Global Disruptive Tech Challenge 2021: Restoring Landscapes in Aral Sea Region to landscape restoration issues in the Aral Sea region with the potential to scale-up in the entire Central Asia (from the mountains to the … [Read more...] about Global Disruptive Tech Challenge 2021: Restoring Landscapes in Aral Sea Region
Canada: Countering Disinformation & Promoting Cybersecurity Virtual Grant Program
Deadline: 9-Aug-21 The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Canada, U.S. Department of State, has announced an open competition for individuals and organizations to submit applications to carry out virtual programs to strengthen bilateral ties between the United … [Read more...] about Canada: Countering Disinformation & Promoting Cybersecurity Virtual Grant Program
Norway Grants Green ICT Programme – Estonia
Deadline: 01-Feb-21 Enterprise Estonia is pleased to announce the Norway Grants Green ICT program to increase value creation and sustainable growth in Estonia’s private sector. Green ICT aims to stimulate and develop innovation-led long-term business cooperation between Estonia and Norway. For … [Read more...] about Norway Grants Green ICT Programme – Estonia
New Infrastructure Programme: Offering grants to UK based Community Organisations and Networks
Deadline: 01-Dec-20 The National Lottery Community Fund has announced a call for proposals for the New Infrastructure Programme. Strengthening and renewing infrastructure to be fit for the future. The National Lottery Community Fund gives between 8 and 10 infrastructure organisations a package … [Read more...] about New Infrastructure Programme: Offering grants to UK based Community Organisations and Networks
Citizen Connections – Develop Civic Engagement with Digital Tools
Deadline: 18-Dec-20 Are you between 18 and 35? Do you want to launch a digital and citizen initiative in French-speaking Africa? CFI offers to support you in the development of your project. In less than a decade, the explosion of online media and the growing demand for more effective public … [Read more...] about Citizen Connections – Develop Civic Engagement with Digital Tools
U.S. Embassy in Uzbekistan launches TechGirls Program to empower and inspire Girls
Deadline: 15-Jan-21 TechGirls is an international summer exchange program designed to empower and inspire young girls from Central Asia, and the Middle East and North Africa to pursue careers in science and technology. The core of the program is a four-week experience in the United States. … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Uzbekistan launches TechGirls Program to empower and inspire Girls
UNCDF: Digitize Processes and Payments in Agri Value-Chains for Digital Credit and Accelerated Access (Nepal)
Deadline: 30-Nov-20 The United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) is inviting applications from legal entities in Nepal that can offer or expand inclusive last-mile solutions and financial instruments targeting the rural and underserved communities by scaling-up payment's digitalization and … [Read more...] about UNCDF: Digitize Processes and Payments in Agri Value-Chains for Digital Credit and Accelerated Access (Nepal)
Urban Development Technology Innovation Challenge: Call for Applications
Deadline: 4-Dec-20 The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has announced a call for applications for the Urban Development Technology Innovation Challenge to undertake a proof-of-concept/pilot of a high-level technology solution to address an identified development challenge. The purpose of the TIC … [Read more...] about Urban Development Technology Innovation Challenge: Call for Applications
Community Services Grants (Covid-19 Recovery Grants) – Australia
Deadline: 7-Dec-20 The City of Sydney is currently accepting applications for the Community Services Grants (Covid-19 Recovery Grants). This grant supports programs or projects that respond to ongoing community need including food security, digital inclusion, social isolation, tenancy support … [Read more...] about Community Services Grants (Covid-19 Recovery Grants) – Australia
Australian Government: Citizen Science Grants Round 2 (Australia)
Deadline: 17-Dec-20 The Australian Government is inviting applications for its Citizen Science Grants – Round 2 to engage the public in science by offering opportunities to participate, as citizen scientists, in scientific research projects that have a national impact and include the collection … [Read more...] about Australian Government: Citizen Science Grants Round 2 (Australia)
UNCDF: Digital Innovations for Acceleration of Sustainable Development Goals
Deadline: 30-Nov-20 The United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) has announced the Regional Challenge "Digital Innovations for Acceleration of Sustainable Development Goals" to identify inclusive innovations with high impact, offering a real opportunity to accelerate the 2030 Agenda for … [Read more...] about UNCDF: Digital Innovations for Acceleration of Sustainable Development Goals
GUSEC launches Accelerator Program for Tech Startups Build for Bharat using Emerging Technologies
Deadline: 18-Nov-20 Gujarat University Startup and Entrepreneurship Council (GUSEC) with support of the MeitY Startup Hub, has launched accelerateBHARAT, an accelerator program that aims to provide nimble support for early-stage technology-based startups using emerging … [Read more...] about GUSEC launches Accelerator Program for Tech Startups Build for Bharat using Emerging Technologies
Innovations for Driving Financial Inclusion & Digital Financial Services- Papua New Guinea
Deadline: 23-Nov-20 The United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) is inviting applications for the Innovations for Driving Financial Inclusion and Digital Financial Services in Sepik Region of Papua New Guinea. Objectives Demonstrate to the market that the low-income segments can be … [Read more...] about Innovations for Driving Financial Inclusion & Digital Financial Services- Papua New Guinea
AI4Dev 2020 Challenge: Leveraging Technology to Achieve UN SDGs
Deadline: 17-Nov-20 Applications are open for AI for Development (AI4Dev) 2020 Challenge that aims to identify great ideas in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and utilize its impact on 4 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the Arab & African states. AI4Dev is organized by the International … [Read more...] about AI4Dev 2020 Challenge: Leveraging Technology to Achieve UN SDGs
U.S. Mission to Indonesia: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
Deadline: 30-Jun-21 The U.S. Mission to Indonesia has announced that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. The U.S. Embassy’s Public Affairs Section (PAS) in Jakarta invites proposals for projects that further and support the strategic partnership between … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Indonesia: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
Request for Proposals: Research Initiative to advance Women’s Economic Empowerment
Deadline: 25-Nov-20 WEE-DiFine, a Brac Institute of Governance and Development (BIGD) led initiative with the funding support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, is requesting proposals for research projects that enhance the understanding of the role of digital financial services in the … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Research Initiative to advance Women’s Economic Empowerment
British Council Open Call: Climate Change and COP26
Deadline: 13-Dec-20 The British Council is inviting applications for creative commissions that bring together art, science, digital technology and offer innovative responses to climate change. They are inviting collaborative applications from individuals and organisations in the UK with partners … [Read more...] about British Council Open Call: Climate Change and COP26
UNDP Call for Proposals to support Rural Communities & Enterprises (Georgia)
Deadline: 23-Nov-20 UNDP has announced a Call for Proposals to support rural communities and enterprises in harnessing the benefits from the digital economy, reaping the opportunities offered by digitization and adapting rapidly to new reality during and in aftermath COVID-19 crisis through … [Read more...] about UNDP Call for Proposals to support Rural Communities & Enterprises (Georgia)
Institutes for Advanced Topics in the Digital Humanities Program (US)
Deadline: 2-Mar-21 The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Office of Digital Humanities is accepting applications for the Institutes for Advanced Topics in the Digital Humanities program. The purpose of this program is to support national or regional (multistate) training programs for … [Read more...] about Institutes for Advanced Topics in the Digital Humanities Program (US)
CFPs: Digital Literacy & Customer Service Skills Training of Women and Youth (Libya)
Deadline: 15-Nov-20 UNDP has announced a call for proposals for the Digital Literacy and Customer Service Skills Training of Women and Youth. The intervention will focus on providing digital literacy and customer service skills training for women and youth and vulnerable groups, IDPs, … [Read more...] about CFPs: Digital Literacy & Customer Service Skills Training of Women and Youth (Libya)
Cisco Global Problem Solver Challenge 2021: $1 Million USD in Prizes
Deadline: 29-Jan-21 How can early-stage innovative technology solution solve the world’s most pressing social and environmental problems? Suppose this is the question in your mind or you have a solution that uses digital technology to impact society or the environment positively. In that case, … [Read more...] about Cisco Global Problem Solver Challenge 2021: $1 Million USD in Prizes
U.S. Embassy in Singapore launches Small Grants Program
Deadline: 31-Jan-21 U.S. Embassy Singapore is pleased to announce funding opportunities through its public diplomacy small grants program. Each year, the U.S. Embassy awards a limited number of grants to support activities and exchanges linking the United States and Singapore with the aim of … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Singapore launches Small Grants Program
Fulbright Canada Post-COVID Challenge – U.S. & Canada
Deadline: 30-Nov-20 The Foundation for Educational Exchange between Canada and the United States of America (FULBRIGHT Canada) is welcoming its diverse youth with unique ideas to tackle the key challenges facing in the post-COVID world. Conceived of and supported by a generous initial gift … [Read more...] about Fulbright Canada Post-COVID Challenge – U.S. & Canada
Google Call for Applications: AI for Social Good Workshop
Deadline: 23-Nov-20 Google is excited to launch the second call for applications to join a collaborative NGO + academic AI for Social Good workshop. The goal is to bring together NGOs working on tough problems in their communities with academic experts and Google researchers in order to encourage … [Read more...] about Google Call for Applications: AI for Social Good Workshop
International Renaissance Foundation: Human Rights & Justice Program (Ukraine)
Deadline: 22-Nov-20 The Human Rights and Justice Program of the International Renaissance Foundation in the framework of the EU4USociety project in cooperation with the European Union announces a call for proposals: "Digital rights and innovation in law" to provide support to civil society … [Read more...] about International Renaissance Foundation: Human Rights & Justice Program (Ukraine)
2nd Call for Proposals under “Business Innovation Greece” Programme
Deadline: 18-Feb-21 The EEA and Norway Grants is seeking applications for its Business Innovation Greece Programme that aims to finance projects that will increase the competitiveness and profitability of Greek enterprises and bring more innovation in products, services, and processes. The EEA … [Read more...] about 2nd Call for Proposals under “Business Innovation Greece” Programme
Rugby Borough Council welcomes for COVID-19 Community Grants – UK
Deadline: 6-Nov-20 The Rugby Borough Council welcomes for expressions of interest for COVID-19 Community Organization Grants to support the work of charitable, voluntary and community organizations in the borough. The Council has some funding available to support community groups develop their … [Read more...] about Rugby Borough Council welcomes for COVID-19 Community Grants – UK
U.S. Embassy in New Zealand announce Diplomacy Grants Program 2021
Deadline: 1-Aug-21 The U.S. Embassy New Zealand Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Grants Program. PAS New Zealand invites Statement of Interest (SOI) for projects that strengthen security … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in New Zealand announce Diplomacy Grants Program 2021
Microsoft welcomes for AI for Accessibility Grants “Smart Cities and Transportation”
Deadline: 15-Dec-20 The Microsoft welcomes for the AI for Accessibility Grants to empower work through grants, investments of technology, and expertise. AI for Accessibility grants support projects that use AI to empower people living with disabilities. They are looking for individuals or … [Read more...] about Microsoft welcomes for AI for Accessibility Grants “Smart Cities and Transportation”
UNDP: Competition for Innovative IT Solutions for Communities (Ukraine)
Deadline: 23-Nov-20 The United Nations Development Program (UNDP) in Ukraine together with the Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine invites everyone to participate in an innovative competition to find creative IT solutions to strengthen and develop communities in Donetsk and Luhansk … [Read more...] about UNDP: Competition for Innovative IT Solutions for Communities (Ukraine)
IDB launches Urban Innovation Challenge for Development Agencies
Deadline: 30-Oct-20 The Cities Network of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) launches the first edition of Innopolis, an Urban Innovation Challenge that will reward good practices of governments and local development agencies to face challenges in the cities of Latin America and the … [Read more...] about IDB launches Urban Innovation Challenge for Development Agencies
Captain Planet Foundation’s ecoTech™ Grants Program – United States
Deadline: 15-Jan-21 The Captain Planet Foundation encourages for the “ecoTech™ Grants” to engage children in inquiry-based, STEM-related projects that leverage technology and/or use nature-based design to address environmental problems in local communities. ecoTech™ Grants were created to … [Read more...] about Captain Planet Foundation’s ecoTech™ Grants Program – United States
Bureau of DRL announces Internet Freedom Annual Program Statement
Deadline: 09-Nov-20 The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) has announced a Request for Statements of Interest (RSOI) from organizations for programs that support Internet Freedom. In support of the U.S. International Strategy for Cyberspace, DRL’s goal is to protect the open, … [Read more...] about Bureau of DRL announces Internet Freedom Annual Program Statement
FPAI- Villgro Innovation Challenge of up to INR 3.5 Lakhs- India
Deadline: 30-Oct-20 The Villgro and The Family Planning Association of India (FPAI) have partnered to launch an Innovation Challenge to discover innovative technical solutions in the Sexual, Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) space. The “Innovation Challenge” will identify startups or … [Read more...] about FPAI- Villgro Innovation Challenge of up to INR 3.5 Lakhs- India
Africa’s most prestigious Digital Awards – 2020
Deadline: 24-Oct-20 Africa Digital Awards are the most prestigious digital awards in Africa. They recognize innovation, technology & creativity across multiple areas of an ever-evolving sector. Established in 2019, The Africa Digital Awards is a continental award that honours Africa’s … [Read more...] about Africa’s most prestigious Digital Awards – 2020
Paradigm Initiative’s Digital Rights Academy for Human Rights (2020)
Deadline: 24-October Paradigm Initiative has launched 'Digital Rights Academy for Human Rights (2020)' and is inviting aspirants for digital rights and security. This academy will be focused on understanding and navigating the policy and regulatory landscape related to digital rights and … [Read more...] about Paradigm Initiative’s Digital Rights Academy for Human Rights (2020)
UNCDF RFPs: Enabling Interoperability for Low-Income People in Myanmar
Deadline: 19-Oct-20 The United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) is requesting proposals for its programme entitled "Enabling interoperability for low-income people in Myanmar: Building a production-grade Mojaloop Integration Platform to facilitate a COVID-19 response" that is designed to … [Read more...] about UNCDF RFPs: Enabling Interoperability for Low-Income People in Myanmar
Paradigm Initiative’s Digital Rights and Inclusion Learning Lab (DRILL) Fellowship
Deadline: 30-Oct-20 The Paradigm Initiative (PIN) welcomes applications for its Digital Rights and Inclusion Learning Lab (DRILL) to improve the livelihoods of under-served young Africans. The digital inclusion programs include a digital readiness school for young people living in under-served … [Read more...] about Paradigm Initiative’s Digital Rights and Inclusion Learning Lab (DRILL) Fellowship
OpenIDEO’s Reimagine Charitable Giving Challenge Up to $100K USD
Deadline: 6-Nov-20 The OpenIDEO in partnership with Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and Better Giving Studio is encouraging for its Reimagine Charitable Giving Challenge that focuses on everyday givers of all races, genders, socio-economic statuses, and perspectives who are key to supporting … [Read more...] about OpenIDEO’s Reimagine Charitable Giving Challenge Up to $100K USD
Togo Digital Awards: 1st National Competition to award Actors of Digital Sphere
Deadline: 30-Oct-20 Nominations are now open for the Togo Digital Awards, it is the first national competition which crowns the various actors of the digital sphere in Togo. The TDA is the biggest digital competition, organized every year and which rewards both the best digital devices and … [Read more...] about Togo Digital Awards: 1st National Competition to award Actors of Digital Sphere
National Innovation Initiative to Map Out the Existing Innovations Across Zambian Communities
Deadline: 16-Oct-20 National Technology Business Centre (NTBC) and UNDP’s Accelerator Lab in collaboration with ZICTA, are implementing a National Innovation Initiative in Lusaka, Southern, North Western, Copperbelt, Western and Luapula provinces of Zambia. Implementing partners of this … [Read more...] about National Innovation Initiative to Map Out the Existing Innovations Across Zambian Communities
OSCE: Call for Proposals for Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Freedom of Expression
Deadline: 31-Oct-20 OSCE has come up with the call on the impact of artificial intelligence on freedom of expression. In the framework of the #SAIFE project, the OSCE RFoM is looking to fund a limited number of innovative ideas to put a spotlight on AI and freedom of expression. The Office of … [Read more...] about OSCE: Call for Proposals for Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Freedom of Expression
IDRC/Sida invites for Independent Policy Research Organizations in Africa
Deadline: 04-Nov-20 The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) and the Swedish International Development Agency (Sida) is welcoming for AI4D Africa initiative, to ensure that policymakers across Africa can find and leverage state-of-the-art, objective and high-quality AI-related policy … [Read more...] about IDRC/Sida invites for Independent Policy Research Organizations in Africa
Digital Society Challenge: Innovators for Digital Wellbeing (India)
Deadline: 23-Oct-20 The Digital Society Challenge is a funding program for bold innovators who are creating solutions to make the internet safer for the Next Half Billion, such that online risks are better addressed and the NHB can communicate and transact more freely online. Winning proposals … [Read more...] about Digital Society Challenge: Innovators for Digital Wellbeing (India)
