Innovation

Open Call: Design by Biomedical Undergraduate Teams (DEBUT) Challenge – US

Deadline: 05-Jun-2026 The DEBUT Challenge invites undergraduate student teams to develop innovative biomedical solutions addressing unmet health and clinical needs. Sponsored by the National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB) and VentureWell, this competition emphasizes … [Read more...] about Open Call: Design by Biomedical Undergraduate Teams (DEBUT) Challenge – US

Elders Community Giving Project Grant Program (Australia)

Deadline: 21-May-2026 The Elders Community Giving Project 2026 provides grants of up to $20,000 to support grassroots initiatives in regional, rural, and remote Australia. The programme focuses on community resilience, sustainability, and wellbeing across six key pillars. Eligible applicants … [Read more...] about Elders Community Giving Project Grant Program (Australia)

Request for Proposals: Destination Horizon Grant Program (Canada)

Deadline: 22-May-2026 The Destination Horizon Grant Program supports Canadian researchers in building international partnerships and preparing for Horizon Europe – Pillar II funding. It provides up to $15,000 for one year to strengthen collaboration networks—not to conduct research. The program … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Destination Horizon Grant Program (Canada)

Growth Fund Supporting Social Innovation Scaling (Ireland)

Deadline: 20-Apr-2026 The Growth Fund 2026–2029 is a €3.6 million funding initiative in Ireland supporting up to three high-performing organisations to scale proven social innovations. Each selected organisation can receive up to €1.15 million, combining financial support with … [Read more...] about Growth Fund Supporting Social Innovation Scaling (Ireland)

Falling Walls Lab Competition: Break Barriers, Shape the Future (Finland)

Deadline: 21-May-2026 Falling Walls Lab is an international platform for students and early-career professionals to present groundbreaking ideas that break barriers in science and society. The program emphasizes innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and early-stage solutions across diverse … [Read more...] about Falling Walls Lab Competition: Break Barriers, Shape the Future (Finland)

Entries open for Falling Walls Lab Accra (Ghana)

Deadline: 04-May-2026 Falling Walls Lab Accra invites students and early-career professionals to present groundbreaking ideas that break barriers in science, technology, and society. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary innovation, social impact, and global knowledge exchange. Applicants must … [Read more...] about Entries open for Falling Walls Lab Accra (Ghana)

Open Call: Economic Resilience Lab Program for CSOs (Ukraine)

Deadline: 25-Mar-2026 The Economic Resilience Lab Program 2026 provides training, mentorship, and grants up to $30,000 for civil society organizations in Ukraine to develop employment and self-employment solutions. It targets vulnerable groups such as women, veterans, displaced … [Read more...] about Open Call: Economic Resilience Lab Program for CSOs (Ukraine)

Innovative Research Funding Opportunity for Animal Welfare Projects (UK)

Deadline: 10-May-2026 The Animal Welfare Foundation has opened its 2026 Research Call, offering £80,000 to support innovative, researcher-led projects aimed at improving the welfare of managed animal species. The funding supports practising vets, vet nurses, and researchers in the UK to conduct … [Read more...] about Innovative Research Funding Opportunity for Animal Welfare Projects (UK)

Apply Now: SOCIA Accelerator for Social Start-ups (Germany)

Deadline: 15-Apr-2026 The SOCIA Accelerator 2026 is a hybrid accelerator program in Germany designed to help social start-ups and social enterprises implement, test, validate, and scale social innovation solutions. The program combines online learning, real-world laboratory testing, coaching, pitch … [Read more...] about Apply Now: SOCIA Accelerator for Social Start-ups (Germany)

Applications open for National Deep Tech Challenge (Malaysia)

Deadline: 06-May-2026 The National Deep Tech Challenge 2026 is a Malaysia-based national hackathon that supports students and student-led startups across Malaysia in developing commercialisation strategies for selected University of Malaya intellectual property (IP). Participants will work on … [Read more...] about Applications open for National Deep Tech Challenge (Malaysia)

Open Call: Grants to support Asean Changemakers

Deadline: 10-May-2026 The AirAsia Foundation Grant Program 2026 supports ASEAN-based and ASEAN-led social enterprises, organisations, and community groups with funding of up to USD 25,000 to scale innovative projects with measurable social or environmental impact. The program focuses on sustainable … [Read more...] about Open Call: Grants to support Asean Changemakers

RFAs: Supporting Industry-Research Collaboration for Innovation (Netherlands)

Deadline: 14-Jul-2026 The Science for Industry Call 2026 supports collaborative projects between companies and research organizations in the Netherlands, aiming to translate scientific knowledge into industrial innovation and societal impact. Funding of €500,000–€1,200,000 per project fosters … [Read more...] about RFAs: Supporting Industry-Research Collaboration for Innovation (Netherlands)

Apply Now: BLUNEW Accelerator to support Innovation in Marine and Coastal Solutions

Deadline: 27-Apr-2026 The BLUNEW Project supports innovators, entrepreneurs, researchers, and students developing solutions for the blue economy across Europe’s ADRION region. Selected teams join a six-week online accelerator offering training, mentoring, networking, and resources to scale … [Read more...] about Apply Now: BLUNEW Accelerator to support Innovation in Marine and Coastal Solutions

Submissions open for Falling Walls Lab Nairobi (Kenya)

Deadline: 26-Jun-2026 Falling Walls Lab is coming to Nairobi, Kenya, inviting students and early-career professionals to present breakthrough research or innovations in a three-minute pitch. The programme fosters interdisciplinary thinking, creative solutions, and emerging talent, providing a … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Falling Walls Lab Nairobi (Kenya)

Call for Entries: Falling Walls Lab Bangkok (Thailand)

Deadline: 06-Jul-2026 Falling Walls Lab is coming to Bangkok, Thailand, inviting students and early-career professionals to present breakthrough ideas in a three-minute pitch. Participants from any academic discipline can demonstrate which “wall” their research or innovation aims to break, … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: Falling Walls Lab Bangkok (Thailand)

Applications open for Manurewa Local Grant Programme (New Zealand)

Deadline: 24-Apr-2026 The Manurewa Local Grant Programme provides funding for projects that strengthen community cohesion, celebrate Māori culture, promote wellbeing, and support skills development in the Manurewa area. Grants start at $1,000, with priority given to initiatives that align with … [Read more...] about Applications open for Manurewa Local Grant Programme (New Zealand)

Submit Applications for MS Australia Project Grant Program

Deadline: 24-Apr-2026 The MS Australia Project Grant Program provides up to $400,000 over three years to support innovative research advancing understanding, prevention, treatment, and potential cures for multiple sclerosis. Funding covers salaries, project-related costs, and consumables for … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for MS Australia Project Grant Program

Enhancing EU Access to Space through Innovative Initiative

Deadline: 03-Sep-2026 The European Commission is inviting grant applications to enhance EU space autonomy and access through innovative solutions for reliable, cost-effective, and autonomous launch capabilities. Projects can receive €10–15 million each, supporting EU launch service providers, … [Read more...] about Enhancing EU Access to Space through Innovative Initiative

Practice Based Evidence Fund Grant Program (United States)

Deadline: 21-Aug-2026 The Practice-Based Evidence Fund Grant from the American Psychological Foundation provides $11,500 to support psychologists and trainees in community mental health, private practice, and outpatient settings. The grant funds projects that develop, document, or evaluate … [Read more...] about Practice Based Evidence Fund Grant Program (United States)

Hasanah Micro Grant 2026: Empowering Grassroots Solutions in Malaysia

Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The Hasanah Micro Grant (HMG) 2026 supports grassroots, locally-led initiatives across Malaysia, providing up to RM50,000 per project to strengthen community resilience. The programme funds small-scale, practical solutions in education, community development, environment, arts … [Read more...] about Hasanah Micro Grant 2026: Empowering Grassroots Solutions in Malaysia

Applications open for Falling Walls Lab Competition Edmonton (Canada)

Deadline: 27-Apr-2026 Falling Walls Lab Edmonton invites innovators aged 18+ to present groundbreaking ideas in a three-minute pitch, focusing on science and societal impact. The program encourages interdisciplinary participation, global academic diversity, and individual applications to foster … [Read more...] about Applications open for Falling Walls Lab Competition Edmonton (Canada)

Entries Open for Falling Walls Lab – GIF ScienceAbroad (Israel)

Deadline: 01-Jun-2026 Falling Walls Lab is coming to Gif-Scienceabroad, Israel, inviting students and early-career professionals to present innovative ideas in a three-minute pitch. Participants from all disciplines can showcase which “wall” their research or innovation aims to break, while … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Falling Walls Lab – GIF ScienceAbroad (Israel)

Apply Now: Pitching Breakthrough Ideas at Falling Walls Lab Nizwa (Oman)

Deadline: 11-Jun-2026 Falling Walls Lab is coming to Nizwa, Oman, inviting innovators and early-career researchers to present breakthrough ideas in a three-minute pitch. Participants from all disciplines can demonstrate which “wall” their research or innovation aims to break, fostering … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Pitching Breakthrough Ideas at Falling Walls Lab Nizwa (Oman)

CFAs: National Playwriting Services Delivery Partnership (Australia)

Deadline: 12-May-2026 The Delivery Partnership for Playwriting Services provides funding to strengthen the Australian playwriting sector, supporting playwrights to develop craft, innovate, and sustain careers. Eligible organisations can receive up to $250,000 per year (totaling $750,000 over three … [Read more...] about CFAs: National Playwriting Services Delivery Partnership (Australia)

Call for Entries: Bhutan Media Forum Award 2026

Deadline: 25-Mar-2026 The Bhutan Media Forum Award 2026 honors Government Agencies and Civil Servants who implement innovative initiatives that strengthen Bhutan’s media and public information ecosystem. Eligible projects focus on public communication, digital transformation, transparency, citizen … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: Bhutan Media Forum Award 2026

Submit Applications for Startup Survivor Program – Canada

Deadline: 29-Mar-2026 McMaster University’s Startup Survivor Program is a four-month, in-person summer accelerator at the Hamilton campus supporting Ontario students and recent alumni with mentorship, co-working space, workshops, and milestone-based funding. Eligible teams can receive CAD 10,000, … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Startup Survivor Program – Canada

Call for Applications: Youth for Peace and Climate Bootcamp (Nigeria)

Deadline: 27-Mar-2026 The Building Blocks for Peace Foundation is inviting applications for the Youth for Peace and Climate Bootcamp, a 3-day in-person training in Abuja, Nigeria for young leaders aged 18–35. The bootcamp aims to strengthen youth leadership, climate-sensitive peacebuilding, … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Youth for Peace and Climate Bootcamp (Nigeria)

Nominations Open: Stephen Lloyd Awards 2026 (United Kingdom)

Deadline: 08-Apr-2026 The Stephen Lloyd Awards 2026 are now open to support innovative early-stage social or environmental ideas with the potential to create practical, long-term systemic change. Selected winners will receive £25,000, while up to 10 shortlisted applicants can receive … [Read more...] about Nominations Open: Stephen Lloyd Awards 2026 (United Kingdom)

UNDP Supplier Development Programme Training (Zambia)

Deadline: 23-Mar-2026 The UNDP Zambia Supplier Development Programme (SDP) Training 2026 invites consultants, technical experts, and business development practitioners to express interest in a five-month training programme starting in May 2026 in the Copperbelt and North-Western provinces. The … [Read more...] about UNDP Supplier Development Programme Training (Zambia)

NETRA Certification Call for Deep Tech Innovators (India)

Deadline: 31-Mar-2026 The Tamil Nadu Technology Transfer Facilitation Centre (TNTTFC) is inviting innovators across Tamil Nadu to apply for NETRA Technology Readiness Level (TRL) Certification. The certification supports technologies at TRL 1 to TRL 9 and helps innovators improve commercialization … [Read more...] about NETRA Certification Call for Deep Tech Innovators (India)

2026 EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Award – Switzerland

Deadline: 27-Mar-2026 The EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2026 program in Switzerland recognizes exceptional entrepreneurs, founders, CEOs, family business leaders, and scale-up founders for leadership, innovation, and business success. Organized by EY, the award offers prestige, visibility, and strong … [Read more...] about 2026 EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Award – Switzerland

Open Call for Bellagio Center Residency Program

Deadline: 20-Mar-2026 The Rockefeller Foundation Bellagio Center Residency Program is accepting applications from leaders, scholars, artists, and practitioners worldwide to advance high-impact projects during a 26-day residency in Lake Como, Italy. Selected residents receive room, board, a private … [Read more...] about Open Call for Bellagio Center Residency Program

Falling Walls Lab Pitch Competition for Students (Indonesia)

Deadline: 19-Apr-2026 Falling Walls Lab Yogyakarta invites students and early-career professionals to present breakthrough ideas in a 3-minute pitch competition focused on innovations that can break barriers in science and society. It is not a grant program, but a global platform offering … [Read more...] about Falling Walls Lab Pitch Competition for Students (Indonesia)

Call for Agri-Innovators: HealthyDiets4Africa Agribusiness Accelerator Program (Kenya)

Deadline: 22-Mar-2026 The HealthyDiets4Africa Agribusiness Accelerator Program is inviting youth and women innovators in Kenya to scale agribusiness solutions that improve the food system. The program offers training, mentorship, investor-readiness support, market exposure, and … [Read more...] about Call for Agri-Innovators: HealthyDiets4Africa Agribusiness Accelerator Program (Kenya)

Heart of the Community Fund for Nonprofit Organisations (Ireland)

Deadline: 20-Mar-2026 The Ireland Funds Heart of the Community Fund 2026 offers organisational investment grants of £/€5,000 to £/€25,000 for nonprofit organisations across the island of Ireland. The first 2026 open call prioritises education and innovation, providing flexible funding for core … [Read more...] about Heart of the Community Fund for Nonprofit Organisations (Ireland)

Futures in Formation: A Public Art Programme 2026–2027 (India)

Deadline: 20-Apr-2026 The Foundation for Indian Contemporary Art (FICA) and Serendipity Arts Foundation (SAF) have launched the second edition of Futures in Formation: A Public Art Programme. The programme supports Indian artists and collectives with Rs. 3 lakh each to develop community-engaged … [Read more...] about Futures in Formation: A Public Art Programme 2026–2027 (India)

Falling Walls Lab Colombo: Pitch Your Breakthrough Idea (Sri Lanka)

Deadline: 12-Apr-2026 The European Commission has launched a major funding call in Somalia to support women’s economic empowerment, inclusive market participation, civil society strengthening, and human rights protection. The programme has a total budget of EUR 3,816,000, including EUR 2,596,000 … [Read more...] about Falling Walls Lab Colombo: Pitch Your Breakthrough Idea (Sri Lanka)

Capture the Future: Global Youth Storytelling Initiative for People and Nature

Deadline: 31-May-2026 UNESCO and vivo have launched the Capture the Future initiative, inviting young people aged 18–35 to share visual stories about human-nature relationships in UNESCO biosphere reserves. Participants can submit photography or short videos that document local … [Read more...] about Capture the Future: Global Youth Storytelling Initiative for People and Nature

CASSINI Challenges 2026 for Innovative Space Technology Solutions

Deadline: 26-Mar-2026 The CASSINI Challenges 2026 invites innovators, startups, and teams to develop Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) using EU space data and technology to solve commercial, social, or environmental challenges. Participants can win up to €100,000 for solutions that leverage tools such … [Read more...] about CASSINI Challenges 2026 for Innovative Space Technology Solutions

Open Call: Funding for Clean Maritime Technology Projects (UK)

Deadline: 15-Jul-2026 The Clean Maritime Demonstration Grant 7 offers UK-registered organisations funding to advance clean maritime technologies. With a total funding pool of £121 million, grants support deployment trials, pre-deployment trials, and feasibility studies aimed at decarbonising the … [Read more...] about Open Call: Funding for Clean Maritime Technology Projects (UK)

Falling Walls Lab 2026: Pitch Your Breakthrough Research (Portugal)

Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 Falling Walls Lab invites students and early-career professionals to pitch innovative research ideas in just three minutes, highlighting breakthroughs with potential impact on science and society. The program provides a platform for networking, collaboration, and international … [Read more...] about Falling Walls Lab 2026: Pitch Your Breakthrough Research (Portugal)

Falling Walls Lab Empowers Innovators in Madrid (Spain)

Deadline: 31-Mar-2026 Falling Walls Lab Madrid invites students and early-career professionals to pitch breakthrough ideas in just three minutes, focusing on scientific innovation and societal impact. Participants gain a platform to showcase research, connect with experts, and … [Read more...] about Falling Walls Lab Empowers Innovators in Madrid (Spain)

Falling Walls Lab Sendai 2026: Pitch Your Breakthrough Idea (Japan)

Deadline: 26-May-2026 Falling Walls Lab Sendai provides students and early-career professionals an exceptional platform to pitch innovative ideas that can transform science and society. Participants present their research in three minutes, focusing on breakthroughs in knowledge, technology, and … [Read more...] about Falling Walls Lab Sendai 2026: Pitch Your Breakthrough Idea (Japan)

Call for Applications: Foreign Artists Tours Grant Program (Canada)

Deadline: 15-Apr-2026 The Foreign Artists Tours Grant supports Canadian not-for-profit arts organizations in presenting international artists or exhibitions across Canada. Grants of up to $50,000 per application enable cultural exchange, audience engagement, and nationwide access to diverse … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Foreign Artists Tours Grant Program (Canada)

Apply for AI Innovation Challenge to Transform Water Systems

Deadline: 03-Apr-2026 The Water Council is inviting applications for AI-native technologies that enhance water system management, treatment, and sustainability. Submissions should integrate artificial intelligence at their core to improve prediction, automation, optimization, and decision-making, … [Read more...] about Apply for AI Innovation Challenge to Transform Water Systems

Applications open for Waste Minimisation Fund in New Zealand

Deadline: 04-May-2026 The Waste Minimisation Fund in Whangārei District supports innovative projects that reduce waste, improve resource efficiency, and encourage community participation. Grants range from $1,000–$30,000 depending on the project type, and funding prioritizes initiatives that are … [Read more...] about Applications open for Waste Minimisation Fund in New Zealand

Submissions open for CABHI’s Fuel Program in Canada

Deadline: 15-Apr-2026 The Centre for Aging + Brain Health Innovation (CABHI) Fuel program provides up to $500,000 CAD to accelerate start-ups and healthcare/research organizations developing scalable innovations that improve the quality of life for older adults. The program supports research, … [Read more...] about Submissions open for CABHI’s Fuel Program in Canada

Project Grants for Youth Cooperation and Cultural Exchange (Sweden and Lithuania)

Deadline: 12-Apr-2026 The Swedish–Lithuanian Project Grants support joint projects between Sweden and Lithuania that promote cooperation among young people in areas such as culture, education, innovation, entrepreneurship, and civil society. The program offers up to SEK 50,000 per project and is … [Read more...] about Project Grants for Youth Cooperation and Cultural Exchange (Sweden and Lithuania)

Intercultural Innovation Hub 2026: Strengthening Dialogue & Innovation

Deadline: 15-Apr-2026 The Intercultural Innovation Hub (IIH) 2026, led by the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) and the BMW Group with support from Accenture, is inviting non-profit organizations worldwide to apply for a year-long programme that helps scale impactful intercultural … [Read more...] about Intercultural Innovation Hub 2026: Strengthening Dialogue & Innovation

Call for Nominations: UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education

Deadline: 12-May-2026 The UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education recognizes innovative initiatives that improve educational opportunities for girls and women. Funded by the Government of China, the prize awards two laureates annually with $50,000 USD each to support and expand impactful … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education

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