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
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.
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)
ECREEE calling for Submission of Concept Notes for Grant Support
Deadline: 06-Nov-20 ECREEE, with the financial support of the Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation (AECID), is calling for submission of concept notes for grant support through the ECOWAS Facility for Gender Mainstreaming in Energy Access (ECOW-GEN Facility). This special … [Read more...] about ECREEE calling for Submission of Concept Notes for Grant Support
3rd Call for Applications for Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund (Ireland)
Deadline: 17-Dec-20 The Department of Business, Enterprise and Innovation (DBEI), Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade, and Employment, Leo Varadkar TD, launched the third Call for applications to the Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund (DTIF). DTIF Call 3 is about funding … [Read more...] about 3rd Call for Applications for Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund (Ireland)
Call for Bids for Promoting Societal Links between Gaza & West Bank
Deadline: 14-Oct-20 The British Consulate General, Jerusalem is accepting proposals for an 18-month project starting November 2020 under its Conflict, Stability and Security Fund. The overall vision of the project is to limit the societal impact of the current political division between Gaza and … [Read more...] about Call for Bids for Promoting Societal Links between Gaza & West Bank
Call for Nominations for UNESCO Prize for the Use of ICT in Education
Deadline: 18-Dec-20 The UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize for the use of ICT in education is now accepting candidatures. The theme of the 2020 edition is the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance the continuity and quality of learning. In the context of the education crisis … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations for UNESCO Prize for the Use of ICT in Education
American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) Digital Extension Grants (U.S.)
Deadline: 15-Dec-20 The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) invites applications for ACLS Digital Extension Grants, which are made possible by The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. The grants are designed to advance humanistic scholarship by enhancing established digital projects, extending … [Read more...] about American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) Digital Extension Grants (U.S.)
International Renaissance Foundation announces Digital Integration into EU Competition
Deadline: 15-Oct-20 The International Renaissance Foundation (IRF) has announced the Digital Integration into the EU Competition to strengthen the role, voice, and capacity of civil society in the implementation of European norms, approaches, and practices of digital development regulation in … [Read more...] about International Renaissance Foundation announces Digital Integration into EU Competition
Indigenous Services Canada seeking Proposals for Digital Navigation Matching Tool for Federal Programs and Services
Deadline: 20-Oct-20 The Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) is seeking proposals for the Digital Navigation Matching Tool for Federal Programs and Services. ISC is seeking a web-based navigation tool that enables users to navigate Indigenous federal programs, initiatives, and strategies, and that … [Read more...] about Indigenous Services Canada seeking Proposals for Digital Navigation Matching Tool for Federal Programs and Services
Government of Canada announces Accessible Technology Program
Deadline: 02-Jan-21 Government of Canada has announced a call for applications for the Accessible Technology Program. The Accessible Technology Program will co-fund innovative projects led by the private sector, not-for-profit organizations and research institutes to develop new assistive and … [Read more...] about Government of Canada announces Accessible Technology Program
UNESCO inviting Applications for “You Are Next: Empowering Creative Women”
Deadline: 30-Sep-20 The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Office in Bangkok is seeking applications from a company or a non-profit organization to be responsible for organizing the online ResiliArt event “You Are Next: Empowering Creative Women”. The … [Read more...] about UNESCO inviting Applications for “You Are Next: Empowering Creative Women”
Leaders in Innovation Fellowship Programme 2020 (Kenya)
Deadline: 06-Oct-20 The Kenya National Innovation Agency (KENIA), in partnership with the Royal Academy of Engineering (RAEng)-UK is inviting innovators and researchers with technological outputs, who have developed or are in the process of developing a business proposition for their innovations, … [Read more...] about Leaders in Innovation Fellowship Programme 2020 (Kenya)
AWS Imagine Grant for Nonprofits in United States
Deadline: 30-Sep-20 The AWS Imagine Grant Program is a public grant opportunity open to registered 501(c) nonprofit organizations in the United States who are using technology to solve the world's most pressing challenges. Their goal is to empower nonprofit organizations to prioritize … [Read more...] about AWS Imagine Grant for Nonprofits in United States
DAERA Rural Micro Capital Grant Scheme 2020 (United Kingdom)
Deadline: 02-Oct-20 This Scheme is funded under the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Tackling Rural Poverty and Social Isolation Programme. The key aim of this Programme is to assist in tackling poverty and social isolation within rural communities across Northern … [Read more...] about DAERA Rural Micro Capital Grant Scheme 2020 (United Kingdom)
National Innovation Award 2020 in National Priority Areas (Kenya)
Deadline: 06-Oct-20 The Kenya National Innovation Agency (KENIA) is seeking nominations for the 2020 National Innovation Award. The purpose of the Award is to stimulate and encourage innovation in national priority areas. The Award, therefore, plays a critical role in strengthening the … [Read more...] about National Innovation Award 2020 in National Priority Areas (Kenya)
Facebook Community Action Grants 2021 – Sweden, Denmark, Ireland & U.S.
Deadline: 16-Oct-20 Applications are open for the Facebook Community Action Grants 2021 program which is supported by Facebook Ireland, administered by Charities Aid Foundation America (“CAF America”), and via CyberGrants, LLC’s (“CyberGrants”) platform. The Facebook Community Action Grants … [Read more...] about Facebook Community Action Grants 2021 – Sweden, Denmark, Ireland & U.S.
Nesta invites for Collective Intelligence Grant Program for Social Impact (United Kingdom)
Deadline: 4-Nov-20 The Nesta is inviting applications for the Collective Intelligence Grant Program - Experiments for Social Impact. Nesta wants to fund practical experiments that use novel combinations of AI and crowd intelligence. The report ‘The Future of Minds and Machines’ sets out an … [Read more...] about Nesta invites for Collective Intelligence Grant Program for Social Impact (United Kingdom)
Apply Now for the Chevening India Cyber Security Fellowship
Deadline: 19-Oct-20 The Chevening is seeking applications for its India Cyber Security Fellowship programme that is aimed at mid-career professionals with demonstrable leadership potential in the field of cyber security or cyber policy in India. The fellowship is funded by the UK Foreign, … [Read more...] about Apply Now for the Chevening India Cyber Security Fellowship
Chevening Western Balkans Cyber Security Fellowship for Mid-career Professionals
Deadline: 3-Nov-20 The Chevening Western Balkans Cyber Security Fellowship is aimed at mid-career professionals with demonstrable leadership potential in the field of cyber security or cyber policy in the Western Balkans. This ten-week fellowship provides fellows with an understanding of … [Read more...] about Chevening Western Balkans Cyber Security Fellowship for Mid-career Professionals
Call for Proposals: Innovative Digital Solutions for MSME Resilience in Context of COVID 19 in Democratic Republic of Congo
Deadline: 20-Sep-20 The United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) has announced a call for proposals for innovative digital solutions for MSME resilience in the context of COVID 19 in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In line with the coordinated United Nations efforts to address the … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Innovative Digital Solutions for MSME Resilience in Context of COVID 19 in Democratic Republic of Congo
2021 Competition of Innovation and Technology Transfer Projects (Moldova)
Deadline: 30-Sep-20 The Government of the Republic of Moldova is accepting proposals for the 2021 Competition of Innovation and Technology Transfer Projects. Innovation and Technology Transfer Project - a project that includes activities aimed at creating and implementing innovations and new … [Read more...] about 2021 Competition of Innovation and Technology Transfer Projects (Moldova)
Apply Now for Australia-Japan Foundation Grants
Deadline: 6-Oct-20 The Australia-Japan Foundation seeks proposals to advance Australia’s engagement with Japan by supporting people-to-people linkages; amplifying and shifting perceptions of Australia in Japan to reflect contemporary Australia; and facilitating the promotion of the inventive, … [Read more...] about Apply Now for Australia-Japan Foundation Grants
Hong Kong: Blue Innovation Challenge 2020 Fintech Competition
Deadline: 13-Sep-20 The Blue Innovation Challenge 2020 Fintech Competition (the “Program”) is inspired by the creative technology solutions currently transforming the financial industry, and the forward-thinking minds behind them. Organized by Blue Insurance Limited (“Blue”) and supported by … [Read more...] about Hong Kong: Blue Innovation Challenge 2020 Fintech Competition
mBillionth Awards South Asia 2020: Submit Applications Now
Deadline: 30-Sep-20 The Digital Empowerment Foundation (DEF) spun off from its highly successful Manthan Awards a separate award – the mBillionth Award South Asia – only for recognizing excellence in mobile innovations for development. This year, rising to the challenge of the Covid-19 healthcare … [Read more...] about mBillionth Awards South Asia 2020: Submit Applications Now
Apply Now for HITLAB Women’s Health Tech 2020 Fall Challenge
Deadline: 19-Oct-20 HITLAB is inviting applications for its Women’s Health Tech 2020 Fall Challenge (WHTC) that focuses on Women’s Digital Health (the “Challenge”). This event is a competition to identify emerging technologies that use innovative endeavors in digital healthcare technology to … [Read more...] about Apply Now for HITLAB Women’s Health Tech 2020 Fall Challenge
Call Of Proposal- Resilient cities: Towards Inclusive & Sustainable Urban Development
Deadline: 22-Oct-20 Wehubit is seeking proposals for its grant program "Resilient cities: Towards Inclusive & Sustainable Urban Development" to increase the use and access to digital solutions offering better living conditions in the partner countries of the Belgian Development … [Read more...] about Call Of Proposal- Resilient cities: Towards Inclusive & Sustainable Urban Development
USAID’s Smart Communities Coalition Innovation Fund – Kenya & Uganda
Deadline: 30-Sep-20 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for its Smart Communities Coalition Innovation Fund (SCCIF) that aims to bring private sector-led innovative solutions to displaced populations and crisis-affected host communities to … [Read more...] about USAID’s Smart Communities Coalition Innovation Fund – Kenya & Uganda
Nominations Open for Women in Cybersecurity Awards Africa 2020
Deadline: 09-Sep-20 The African Women in Security Network (AWISN) is seeking nominations for Women in Cybersecurity Awards Africa 2020 that helps to pay tribute to female cybersecurity professionals making a difference with their work and dedication to a safer digital ecosystem. Currently, … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Women in Cybersecurity Awards Africa 2020
SkillEd: Enabling Tomorrow’s Workforce for India
Deadline: 20-Sep-20 Apply now to be a part of SkillEd, an initiative by CIIE.CO supported by MUFG and implemented by Startup Oasis. Selected Startups get Incubation and Funding support. SkillEd supports early stage edtech and skilltech startups, with impactful and innovative tech based … [Read more...] about SkillEd: Enabling Tomorrow’s Workforce for India
Prosus Social Impact Challenge for Accessibility – India
Deadline: 12-Oct-20 Prosus, in collaboration with Invest India, Startup India, and Social Alpha, is launching the Prosus Social Impact Challenge for Accessibility. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that more than one billion people around the world live with some form of … [Read more...] about Prosus Social Impact Challenge for Accessibility – India
AfriTech XYZ Innovation Prize: Submit Applications Now
Deadline: 30-Sep-20 Applications are now open for the AfriTech XYZ Innovation Prize, the AfriTech XYZ making it easier for tech founders in Africa to make meaningful connections with mentors and tech leaders around the world. AfriTech XYZ works with African tech entrepreneurs and provides them … [Read more...] about AfriTech XYZ Innovation Prize: Submit Applications Now
SAIS 2 RE: innovation Challenge: Submit Applications Now
Deadline: 27-Sep-20 The Southern Africa Innovation Support Programme, SAIS 2 RE: innovation Challenge is now calling for proposals from projects to pilot and validate solutions to make Southern African startup ecosystems more resilient and better able to face an uncertain future. Startup … [Read more...] about SAIS 2 RE: innovation Challenge: Submit Applications Now
U.S. Embassy in Lithuania: 3D MakerSpaces & Entrepreneurship Workshops
Deadline: 14-Sep-20 The U.S. Embassy in Lithuania has announced an open competition for organizations to submit project proposals to implement a series of workshops encouraging creativity and innovation as well as entrepreneurial skills among young people between the ages of 13 to 18 from October … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Lithuania: 3D MakerSpaces & Entrepreneurship Workshops
Digital Freedom Fund announces COVID-19 Litigation Fund
Deadline: 30-Sep-20 The Digital Freedom Fund is issuing a call for applications for strategic cases challenging the gravest digital rights violations committed in the context of the COVID-19 situation that is either a direct result of responses to the pandemic or is demonstrably linked to and … [Read more...] about Digital Freedom Fund announces COVID-19 Litigation Fund
Catalyst and National Lottery Community Fund COVID-19 Digital Response
Deadline Various: Discovery Programme - 7 September 2020 Development Programme - 20 September 2020 Catalyst and the National Lottery Community Fund have launched a call for applications for the COVID-19 Digital Response Emergency funding of up to £60k to nonprofits in England that are … [Read more...] about Catalyst and National Lottery Community Fund COVID-19 Digital Response
ACT Foundation launches Changemakers Innovation Challenge 2020
Deadline: 04-Sep-20 Aspire Coronation Trust (ACT) Foundation is currently accepting applications for the Changemakers Innovation Challenge 2020. The Changemakers Innovation Challenge is conceived by ACT Foundation as a response to the impressive work of community nonprofits and social … [Read more...] about ACT Foundation launches Changemakers Innovation Challenge 2020
Call for Proposals for Baltic Research Programme in Latvia
Deadline: 19-Oct-20 The State Education Development Agency in cooperation with the Research Council of Norway and the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Latvia are pleased to open the 3rd call for proposals under European Economic Area (EEA) Financial Mechanism Baltic Research … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals for Baltic Research Programme in Latvia
Call for EOIs for Covid-19 Response and Recovery Partnerships: Pilot Action for Interregional Innovation
Deadline: 7-Sep-20 The European Commission, Directorate-General for Regional and Urban Policy (DG REGIO) is seeking expression of interest (EOIs) from transnational partnerships of regional authorities, including ecosystems of regional stakeholders (universities, research centres, clusters, SMEs, … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs for Covid-19 Response and Recovery Partnerships: Pilot Action for Interregional Innovation
Global Startup Ecosystem launches Digital Startup Accelerator 5th Annual Edition 2020
Deadline: 28-Aug-20 The Global Startup Ecosystem (GSE) is inviting applications for its 5th annual Digital Startup Accelerator Program with a focus on career development, personal development, and business development tracks to prepare participants for a digital future. Global Startup … [Read more...] about Global Startup Ecosystem launches Digital Startup Accelerator 5th Annual Edition 2020
