Deadline: 17-Nov-2025 The iNNO SED has launched an Open Call inviting local and regional authorities from eligible Associated Regions to join its mission to improve sediment management and tackle critical sediment-related challenges. The initiative focuses on advancing and showcasing … [Read more...] about iNNO SED: Innovative Sediment Management in the Danube River Basin
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Melvin Yahr Parkinson’s Disease Clinical Research Award
Deadline: 12-Jan-2026 Entries are now open for the Melvin Yahr Parkinson’s Disease Clinical Research Award to foster clinical research into any aspect of Parkinson’s disease conducted by young investigators who are under-represented in current research. By recognizing and honoring the … [Read more...] about Melvin Yahr Parkinson’s Disease Clinical Research Award
Apply Now: EIR Program Mid-Phase Grants (United States)
Deadline: 14-Oct-2025 The U.S. Department of Education has opened applications for the Fiscal Year 2025 Education Innovation and Research (EIR) Program Mid-phase Grants. These grants are designed to support the creation, development, implementation, replication, or scaling of entrepreneurial, … [Read more...] about Apply Now: EIR Program Mid-Phase Grants (United States)
Grants for Advancing Public Health Decision-Making through AI-Driven Disease Modeling
Deadline: 06-Oct-2025 The Gates Foundation seeks applications to fund partnerships, innovative methods, and tools that apply AI in transformative ways to address high-priority, real-world challenges in disease modeling for the African context. Integrating diverse surveillance data—bringing … [Read more...] about Grants for Advancing Public Health Decision-Making through AI-Driven Disease Modeling
Nominations open for Impact Awards
Deadline: 10-Oct-2025 Entries are now open for the Impact Awards to provide funding opportunities for innovative research projects that aim to bring new light to the biology of Parkinson’s disease and advance the field with unconventional approaches. The proposals may bring new light to the … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Impact Awards
Open Call for CLNZ Contestable Fund Grant Program – New Zealand
Deadline: 10-Oct-2025 Applications are now open for the CLNZ Contestable Fund Grant Program to support projects that strengthen the writing and publishing sector in New Zealand Aotearoa. Projects may include those that develop the professional skills of writers, including those who write for … [Read more...] about Open Call for CLNZ Contestable Fund Grant Program – New Zealand
Apply Now: Dorothy Hodgkin Fellowship Programme
Deadline: 28-Oct-2025 The Royal Society is pleased to announce its Dorothy Hodgkin Fellowship Programme to support outstanding early career scientists who require a flexible working pattern due to personal circumstances, such as caring responsibilities and/or health-related conditions. The … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Dorothy Hodgkin Fellowship Programme
Applications open for Youth Fund (Iceland)
Deadline: 15-Oct-2025 The Youth Fund, administered by the Icelandic Centre for Research, provides support for children and young people aged 6 to 25 through youth associations and organizations. Its goal is to broaden the range of activities these groups can offer by helping them expand their … [Read more...] about Applications open for Youth Fund (Iceland)
Open Call: India-UK Publishing Fellowship Programme
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025 The British Council and Jaipur BookMark, in association with the Jaipur Literature Festival, invites independent publishers from India and the UK to apply for the India–UK Publishing Fellowship 2026. Recognizing the significance of this moment in time, the India-UK … [Read more...] about Open Call: India-UK Publishing Fellowship Programme
Call for Applications: “Innovate for GMC” Challenge (Bhutan)
Deadline: 19-Sep-2025 The Innovate for GMC Challenge offers a unique platform for Bhutanese youth to design, test, and implement solutions that address both national and global challenges. Participants will work intensively in Gelephu Mindfulness City, learning from experts, developing new … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: “Innovate for GMC” Challenge (Bhutan)
SHAPE Involve and Engage Grant Programme in UK
Deadline: 15-Oct-2025 The British Academy is pleased to offer the SHAPE Involve and Engage Grant Programme to support ambitious projects to engage the public with the humanities and social sciences. Participating in the programme will: Act as a catalyst to get a new project or idea up and … [Read more...] about SHAPE Involve and Engage Grant Programme in UK
NOFO: Artificial Intelligence and Technology Collaboratory (P30 Clinical Trial Optional) – US
Deadline: 15-Oct-2025 The National Institute on Aging (NIA) has released a Notice of Funding Opportunity inviting Center Core (P30) applications for its Artificial Intelligence and Technology Collaboratories (AITC) Program. This initiative is designed to accelerate the development and … [Read more...] about NOFO: Artificial Intelligence and Technology Collaboratory (P30 Clinical Trial Optional) – US
Apply to become a Kanthari Participant
Deadline: 28-Feb-2026 The kanthari offers a twelve-month, fully scholarship-based leadership programme that equips changemakers to start and run civil society organisations, social enterprises or social ventures. The programme combines rigorous training with mentorship, bringing together … [Read more...] about Apply to become a Kanthari Participant
Chevening Research, Science, and Innovation Leadership Fellowship (India and Sri Lanka)
Deadline: 07-Oct-2025 Applications are now open for the Chevening Research, Science, and Innovation Leadership Fellowship for mid-career professionals from India and Sri Lanka who demonstrate outstanding potential in the fields of science, innovation, and business. The Chevening Research, … [Read more...] about Chevening Research, Science, and Innovation Leadership Fellowship (India and Sri Lanka)
Apply for Water Council Fall 2025 Tech Challenge
Deadline: 10-Oct-2025 The Water Council presents its Fall 2025 Tech Challenge focused on technologies to better manage water quality within water systems and enable smarter, faster decision-making. The challenge seeks technology solutions and new systems, processes or tools for decision-making … [Read more...] about Apply for Water Council Fall 2025 Tech Challenge
Open Call: GEF Small Grants Programme in Fiji
Deadline: 23-Oct-2025 The GEF Small Grants Programme (SGP) Fiji office has opened a new opportunity for local organizations to access support for community-led environmental initiatives. This Call for Proposals invites groups across the country to submit project ideas that contribute to … [Read more...] about Open Call: GEF Small Grants Programme in Fiji
Applications open for Circular Economy Innovation Grants Scheme 2025 (Ireland)
Deadline: 08-Oct-2025 Community Foundation Ireland in collaboration with the Department of the Climate, Energy and the Environment announces the Circular Economy Innovation Grants Scheme 2025, offering funding between €40,000 and €50,000 to non-profit organisations, social enterprises, and small … [Read more...] about Applications open for Circular Economy Innovation Grants Scheme 2025 (Ireland)
Support Call for Order-Based Research and Development Projects Targeting SMEs (Turkey)
Deadline: 14-Nov-2025 The "1707 SME Support Call for Order-Based R&D Projects " aims to fund innovative R&D projects led by SMEs that focus on turning customer needs into commercially viable solutions with high commercialization potential. The focus areas encompass customer … [Read more...] about Support Call for Order-Based Research and Development Projects Targeting SMEs (Turkey)
Submissions open for Adaptation Fund Climate Innovation Accelerator Programme
Deadline: 21-Sep-2025 The Adaptation Fund Climate Innovation Accelerator (AFCIA) programme, launched by the World Food Programme in partnership with the Adaptation Fund, invites innovators to present groundbreaking solutions addressing climate adaptation challenges across the food system value … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Adaptation Fund Climate Innovation Accelerator Programme
Call for Proposals: Creative Grants Program
Deadline: 29-Sep-2025 The El Graner has announced its Creative Grants Program to support residency projects from January to December 2026. The purpose of these grants is to support different career paths by establishing a direct and close link with resident artists to work strategically on … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Creative Grants Program
Request for Proposals: Creative Futures Grant Program (US)
Deadline: 22-Sep-2025 The Black Artist + Designers Guild is offering the Creative Futures Grant to support Black graduate students in Craft as they bring bold, innovative projects to life. The Creative Futures Grant is intended to support projects that Black students in craft may want to do … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Creative Futures Grant Program (US)
Applications open for IndiaSkills Competition
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025 The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Government of India (GoI) is pleased to announce its IndiaSkills Competition to showcase and honing the skills of Indian youth. To position India as a global leader in skilled craftsmanship and technical … [Read more...] about Applications open for IndiaSkills Competition
Call for Entries: Digital Art Award (India)
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025 Applications are now open for the Digital Art Award to recognise and celebrate original, innovative and non-commercial art by young Indian creators in the Digital Illustration and Digital Art medium. The award carries a prize of ₹60,000 for one winner and is open for … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: Digital Art Award (India)
Call for Applications: Plastics Innovation Programme in South Africa
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025 The United Nations Development Programme South Africa is calling on innovators to drive transformative change in the fight against plastic pollution. Recognizing that plastics could account for up to 19 percent of global carbon emissions by 2040, the Plastics Innovation … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Plastics Innovation Programme in South Africa
Project Assistance: Professional Arts Festivals in Canada
Deadline: 16-Oct-2025 The British Columbia Arts Council is inviting applications for its Project Assistance: Professional Arts Festivals program, an initiative designed to support distinctive programming within existing multi-day arts and culture festivals across British Columbia. This … [Read more...] about Project Assistance: Professional Arts Festivals in Canada
Entries open for Practice and Action Projects (Hong Kong)
Deadline: 08-Oct-2025 The Environment and Conservation Fund (ECF) Committee is calling for applications under its 2025–26 Special Round for Practice and Action Projects, targeting innovative “Recycling Store Projects” aimed at promoting environmental sustainability in Hong Kong. Applicant … [Read more...] about Entries open for Practice and Action Projects (Hong Kong)
Submissions open for EcoHack Grant Program – Palestine
Deadline: 12-Oct-2025 The Belgian development agency Enabel has launched a Call for Proposals under its “Empowered Youth in Green Palestine” and “Enhance Resilience of Micro-businesses and Create Sustainable Livelihood Opportunities in the West Bank and Gaza – Phase II (SAWA-II)” programs, … [Read more...] about Submissions open for EcoHack Grant Program – Palestine
Open Call: Women in STEM Scholarships Programme
Deadline: 24-Oct-2025 The British Council has launched the Women in STEM Scholarships 2026-27, offering opportunities for women from eligible countries to pursue a fully funded one-year master’s degree in the UK. The programme contributes to significantly increasing the number of opportunities … [Read more...] about Open Call: Women in STEM Scholarships Programme
Submit Applications for Human-Wildlife Initiative (France)
Deadline: 16-Oct-2025 The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation has opened a significant window for conservation and innovation across metropolitan France, inviting individuals and organizations to envision concrete projects that harmonize human activities with wildlife. Through its Initiative … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Human-Wildlife Initiative (France)
Archaeological Archives Research Grant Programme (UK and Ireland)
Deadline: 15-Oct-2025 The Royal Irish Academy has launched its Archaeological Archives Research Grant Programme to support research and analysis of artefacts and other materials from excavations in Ireland (including Northern Ireland). The aims and priorities of this scheme are: To get the … [Read more...] about Archaeological Archives Research Grant Programme (UK and Ireland)
CFPs: Archaeology Research Excavation Grants Programme (UK and Ireland)
Deadline: 15-Oct-2025 The Royal Irish Academy has announced its Archaeology Research Excavation Grants Programme for archaeological research excavation associated with the archaeology of Ireland (including Northern Ireland), including pre-excavation surveys, post-excavation analyses, reporting, … [Read more...] about CFPs: Archaeology Research Excavation Grants Programme (UK and Ireland)
Request for Applications: Dutch Talent Project Grant Programme (Netherlands)
Deadline: 15-Oct-2025 The Rotterdam Photo, in collaboration with Amarte Fonds, presents the Dutch Talent Project Grants 2026 to offer emerging photographers the opportunity to develop new work around the festival theme “Echoes of Silence – War in the Artist’s Soul.” Instead of documenting … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Dutch Talent Project Grant Programme (Netherlands)
Request for Applications: Orange Grove Incubation Programme
Deadline: 28-Sep-2025 The Orange Grove Incubation Programme is a fully online, 16-week initiative designed to help early-stage startups and innovators transform their breakthrough ideas into scalable businesses with expert guidance and global support. Tailored entrepreneurial training helps … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Orange Grove Incubation Programme
Artificial Intelligence and Digitalization for Gender Equality and Inclusion Programme
Deadline: 07-Oct-2025 The IDB Group initiative, GDLab, has launched a new call for proposals on “Artificial Intelligence and Digitalization for Gender Equality and Inclusion” co-funded with CAF - Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean. The call supports rigorous academic studies … [Read more...] about Artificial Intelligence and Digitalization for Gender Equality and Inclusion Programme
Apply for Tiny Blue Dot Foundation Grant Program
Deadline: 07-Oct-2025 The Tiny Blue Dot Foundation is inviting researchers to submit proposals for neuroscientific studies exploring a concept known as the "Perception Box." They aim to support up to ten rigorous projects that probe how the experiences and neural processes shaping their … [Read more...] about Apply for Tiny Blue Dot Foundation Grant Program
Grant Program for Enhancing Cultural Exchange and Networks (Japan)
Deadline: 02-Dec-2025 The Japan Foundation has launched the Grant Program for Enhancing Cultural Exchange and Networks in Asia as part of its long-term initiative, the WA Project 2.0: Partnership to Co-create a Future with the Next Generation. Running intensively through fiscal year 2033, this … [Read more...] about Grant Program for Enhancing Cultural Exchange and Networks (Japan)
RFAs: World Cancer Research Fund – Regular Grant Programme
Deadline: 04-Nov-2025 The World Cancer Research Fund has launched its Grant Programme to support innovative and original research into the role of diet, nutrition, body composition and physical activity in either cancer prevention or cancer survivorship. The Regular Grant Programme provides … [Read more...] about RFAs: World Cancer Research Fund – Regular Grant Programme
Entries open for Unlimited’s Large awards (over £25k) in UK
Deadline: 29-Sep-2025 Submissions are now open for the Unlimited’s Large awards to support bold creative visions from disabled artists based in England, Scotland, and Wales. High quality, Disabled-led, Innovative and ambitious, Touring or exhibition potential to reach diverse venues and … [Read more...] about Entries open for Unlimited’s Large awards (over £25k) in UK
Open Call for Youth Spotlight Award 3.0 (Nigeria)
Deadline: 14-Sep-2025 Are you a passionate young Nigerian creating solutions, driving impact, and championing policy-linked action to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)? Then the Youth Spotlight Award 3.0 is for you! The focus areas are: Good Health and Well-being, Quality … [Read more...] about Open Call for Youth Spotlight Award 3.0 (Nigeria)
Khyentse Foundation launches Trisong Grants
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025 The Khyentse Foundation is now accepting applications for its Trisong Grants program, offering new support to individuals and organizations promoting mental health and well-being through the lens of Buddhist wisdom. These grants invite creative, compassionate initiatives … [Read more...] about Khyentse Foundation launches Trisong Grants
Call for Submissions: Serendipity Arts Festival (New Zealand)
Deadline: 22-Sep-2025 The Asia New Zealand Foundation Te Whītau Tūhono is calling for applications from New Zealand festival directors, programmers, and performing arts leaders to join a delegation attending the Serendipity Arts Festival in India. For New Zealand performing arts leaders, this … [Read more...] about Call for Submissions: Serendipity Arts Festival (New Zealand)
National Geographic Society Grant Program
Deadline: 19-Nov-2025 The National Geographic Society has announced Grant Program for innovative education projects and research initiatives that foster curiosity and empower learners of all ages to protect and care for the planet. This call is designed to support projects that bring the … [Read more...] about National Geographic Society Grant Program
Open Call: Environmental Student Action Challenge (Canada)
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025 Do your students have big ideas about making their local environment a better place? Are you looking for ways to support their ambitions and enthusiasm? If so, the Environmental Student Action Challenge (ESAC) is here to help! The Environmental School Action Challenge … [Read more...] about Open Call: Environmental Student Action Challenge (Canada)
International Creations in Performing Arts Grant Program (Japan)
Deadline: 02-Dec-2025 The Japan Foundation has launched the International Creations in Performing Arts program, inviting organizations and individuals in Japan to collaborate with international artists on co-productions. This initiative emphasizes building cultural bridges through … [Read more...] about International Creations in Performing Arts Grant Program (Japan)
Submissions open for Artistic Research Sabbatical Grant (Malta)
Deadline: 21-Oct-2025 The Arts Council Malta is seeking applications for its Artistic Research Sabbatical Grant to engage in artistic research that is practice-based or practice-led and aimed at developing and exploring new ideas, methodologies, materials, and techniques for the purpose of … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Artistic Research Sabbatical Grant (Malta)
OpenAI People-First AI Fund: Supporting Nonprofit and Community Innovation (US)
Deadline: 08-Oct-2025 OpenAI has unveiled the People-First AI Fund, a $50 million commitment to empower mission-driven organizations in the United States. The fund is designed to support both established and emerging nonprofits, including those without prior experience with AI. It seeks to … [Read more...] about OpenAI People-First AI Fund: Supporting Nonprofit and Community Innovation (US)
Submit Applications for Obesity Pathway Innovation Programme (OPIP): Strand 1 in UK
Deadline: 19-Nov-2025 A substantial new funding opportunity is now open to NHS organisations across the UK through the Obesity Pathway Innovation Programme. With a total pool of up to £85 million, jointly supported by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology and Lilly, this … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Obesity Pathway Innovation Programme (OPIP): Strand 1 in UK
Obesity Pathway Innovation Programme (OPIP): Strand 2 in UK
Deadline: 19-Nov-2025 A substantial new opportunity on the horizon invites NHS organisations across the UK to apply for a share of up to £85 million to pioneer innovative weight management pathways rooted in community and primary care. Backed jointly by the Department for Science, Innovation … [Read more...] about Obesity Pathway Innovation Programme (OPIP): Strand 2 in UK
Obesity Pathway Innovation Programme (OPIP): Strand 3 in UK
Deadline: 19-Nov-2025 A significant new funding opportunity is now open to NHS organisations across the UK through the Obesity Pathway Innovation Programme’s third strand. With £85 million available, supported by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology and Lilly, this initiative … [Read more...] about Obesity Pathway Innovation Programme (OPIP): Strand 3 in UK
CFPs: Hungarian Participation in Horizon Europe and Joint EU Programmes (Hungary)
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025 The National Research, Development and Innovation Fund (NRDI Fund) has announced the 2025-1.2.5-EU_KP call to provide predictable funding sources for promoting innovation in Hungary and to strengthen research and development activities with international impact. The aim … [Read more...] about CFPs: Hungarian Participation in Horizon Europe and Joint EU Programmes (Hungary)
