Innovation

Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Program (Africa)

Deadline: 01-Mar-2026 The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) 2026 Entrepreneurship Programme is a pan-African initiative offering US$5,000 in non-refundable seed capital, mentorship, and business training to entrepreneurs across all 54 African countries. Open to start-ups aged 0–3 years and aspiring … [Read more...] about Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Program (Africa)

RFAs: Industry-Academia Research and Development Programme

Deadline: 28-Feb-2026 The CEFIPRA Industry-Academia Research & Development Programme (IARDP) is a bilateral grant initiative supporting collaborative innovation between India and France. It provides up to €220,000 for three-year projects that involve at least one industrial and one academic … [Read more...] about RFAs: Industry-Academia Research and Development Programme

Applications open for John Goldman Fellowship Programme (UK)

Deadline: 02-Feb-2026 Leukaemia UK is inviting applications for its John Goldman Fellowship Programme, offering up to £200,000 to support early career researchers in developing innovative leukaemia research projects and progressing toward independent research leadership. Overview The John … [Read more...] about Applications open for John Goldman Fellowship Programme (UK)

Apply for Steven O. Walfish Competition (US)

Deadline: 02-Oct-2026 The American Psychological Foundation’s Steven O. Walfish Competition offers up to two $2,000 grants to graduate students and early career psychologists to support innovative clinical, practical, or research manuscripts that advance the practice of psychology and contribute … [Read more...] about Apply for Steven O. Walfish Competition (US)

Call for Entries: International Design Competition

Deadline: 31-Jan-2026 The BE OPEN Foundation International Design Competition 2026 invites students, graduates, and young professionals worldwide to propose innovative design solutions that advance gender equality and empower women and girls in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: International Design Competition

Apply for ALL IN Solutions Fellowship Program (Nepal)

Deadline: 10-Jan-2026 The ALL IN Solutions Fellowship Program selects 15 changemakers to develop practical solutions to pressing national and global challenges. Over six months, fellows work in interdisciplinary teams on projects related to youth leadership, democracy, climate justice, and social … [Read more...] about Apply for ALL IN Solutions Fellowship Program (Nepal)

Grants to Boost Innovation and Decarbonization in Local Businesses (Spain)

Deadline: 16-Mar-2026 The BIC Araba Innovation and Decarbonization Grant supports businesses and organizations in Álava that are adopting advanced technologies and low-carbon practices. The program provides up to €60,000 per year per entity to improve competitiveness, promote … [Read more...] about Grants to Boost Innovation and Decarbonization in Local Businesses (Spain)

Call for Applications: Division 56 CHANGE Grant Program (US)

Deadline: 09-Oct-2026 The Division 56 CHANGE Grant Program, launched by the American Psychological Foundation, funds collaborative projects led by graduate students and early-career psychologists to dismantle systemic racism, discrimination, and violence. The program awards three grants of USD … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Division 56 CHANGE Grant Program (US)

Call for Applications: Cultural and Creative Industries Innovation Fund Program

Deadline: 31-Jan-2026 The Cultural and Creative Industries Innovation Fund (CIIF), established by the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB), provides grant funding, technical assistance, and industry training to support the Caribbean creative sector. With a focus on competitiveness and global expansion, … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Cultural and Creative Industries Innovation Fund Program

CFPs: Disability-Inclusive Climate Action in the Pacific Region

Deadline: 01-Feb-2026 The Global Disability Fund, with support from Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, invites proposals for Disability-Inclusive Climate Action across Pacific Island Countries. The initiative funds programmes up to USD 450,000 over 24 months that scale systemic, … [Read more...] about CFPs: Disability-Inclusive Climate Action in the Pacific Region

Request for Applications: Swiss Embassy for Small Projects (Cameroon)

Deadline: 31-Jan-2026 The Swiss Embassy is accepting project proposals that promote innovative, inclusive, and sustainable solutions in sustainable development, human rights, local governance, and environmental protection. The programme prioritises locally rooted civil society organisations and … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Swiss Embassy for Small Projects (Cameroon)

Applications open for Podcast Pitch Initiative

Deadline: 27-Feb-2026 The Podcast Pitch, a joint initiative with Sheffield DocFest, supports the creation of original audio documentary projects with funding, mentorship, and industry exposure. Winners receive production awards (£15,000 for first place, £5,000 for runner-up), while finalists gain … [Read more...] about Applications open for Podcast Pitch Initiative

RFAs: Art Fund Museum of the Year 2026 (UK)

Deadline: 19-Jan-2026 The Art Fund Museum of the Year recognizes outstanding public museums, galleries, historic houses, libraries, and archives across the UK. The award celebrates innovation, audience engagement, and societal impact, with a £120,000 prize for the winner and £20,000 for four … [Read more...] about RFAs: Art Fund Museum of the Year 2026 (UK)

Innovation Grants for Community-Led HIV Prevention and Testing

Deadline: 30-Jan-2026 The Caribbean Vulnerable Communities Innovation Grant provides USD 40,000–70,000 to support community-led projects that improve HIV prevention and care for key populations across the Caribbean. The initiative funds locally driven, innovative solutions that … [Read more...] about Innovation Grants for Community-Led HIV Prevention and Testing

Research Grant Development Awards for Sociology of Health and Illness (UK)

Deadline: 27-Mar-2026 The Research Grant Development Awards provide pump-priming funding to support the development of high-quality, innovative research grant applications in the sociology of health and illness. The scheme prioritizes multi-institutional, multi-disciplinary collaboration and … [Read more...] about Research Grant Development Awards for Sociology of Health and Illness (UK)

RFAs: TD Friends of the Environment Foundation Grant Program in Canada

Deadline: 15-Jan-2026 TD Friends of the Environment Foundation (TD FEF) is accepting applications from Canadian organizations for funding environmental projects that foster education, engagement, and sustainable green spaces. Grants typically range from $2,000 to $8,000 and support initiatives with … [Read more...] about RFAs: TD Friends of the Environment Foundation Grant Program in Canada

Grants for In-Depth Reporting on Climate Change and India’s Private Sector (2026)

Deadline: 08-Jan-2026 The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) is offering reporting fellowships for journalists and communicators in India to produce in-depth stories on the private sector’s role in climate change. Up to 10 fellowships will be awarded, each with funding of approximately EUR 1,800, to … [Read more...] about Grants for In-Depth Reporting on Climate Change and India’s Private Sector (2026)

Grants to strengthen the Collaboration Between Türkiye and Brazil

Deadline: 04-May-2026 TÜBİTAK (Türkiye) and CNPq (Brazil) have launched a joint research call to support bilateral projects that generate new scientific knowledge, innovative interpretations, and solutions to technological challenges. The programme focuses on environment, agriculture, health, ICT, … [Read more...] about Grants to strengthen the Collaboration Between Türkiye and Brazil

Request for Applications: Educational Grants for Urothelial Cancer Projects

Deadline: 31-Jan-2026 The Pfizer-Astellas Alliance offers grants to support independent medical education initiatives for healthcare professionals on locally advanced/metastatic urothelial cancer (la/mUC) and muscle-invasive bladder cancer (MIBC). Grants ranging from $10,000 to … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Educational Grants for Urothelial Cancer Projects

Community Innovation Challenge: Ramnad Hackathon 2026 (India)

Deadline: 09-Jan-2026 The Ramnad Hackathon by StartupTN is an innovation challenge designed to generate scalable, technology-driven solutions for regional and sectoral challenges in Ramanathapuram. It brings together startups, students, and innovators to address environmental, … [Read more...] about Community Innovation Challenge: Ramnad Hackathon 2026 (India)

Applications open for SAHRI Fellowship Programme

Deadline: 01-Feb-2026 The Sub-Saharan Africa Health Research and Innovation Fellowship (SAHRI Fellowship) is a fully funded, three-year program designed to develop mid-career African researchers into leaders in health research and innovation. It combines advanced academic training, international … [Read more...] about Applications open for SAHRI Fellowship Programme

Call for Nominations: Young Scientist Medal 2026

Deadline: 20-Jan-2026 The Mustafa Science and Technology Foundation Young Scientist Medal 2026 recognises outstanding young researchers from Islamic countries for excellence, innovation, and scientific impact. Four laureates will each receive a medal, certificate, and a USD 10,000 … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: Young Scientist Medal 2026

RFAs: CaixaImpulse Health Innovation Programme in Spain and Portugal

Deadline: 19-Feb-2026 The CaixaImpulse Health Innovation Call supports the translation of high-potential health research into real-world solutions through a structured, milestone-based funding programme. It targets life sciences and human health innovations in therapeutics, medical devices, … [Read more...] about RFAs: CaixaImpulse Health Innovation Programme in Spain and Portugal

The Urology Foundation’s Innovation and Research Fund in Ireland and UK

Deadline: 31-Jan-2026 The Innovation and Research Fund by The Urology Foundation supports high-quality, innovative urology research conducted in the UK and Ireland. The fund aims to improve diagnosis, treatment, and patient care by backing scientifically robust projects with clear clinical … [Read more...] about The Urology Foundation’s Innovation and Research Fund in Ireland and UK

Entries open for Women’s Leadership in STEM Entrepreneurship Grand Challenge (India)

Deadline: 23-Jan-2026 The Women’s Leadership in STEM and Entrepreneurship Grand Challenges invites applications from women leaders developing innovative, scalable solutions at the intersection of STEM and health entrepreneurship. The initiative supports projects that combine technical excellence, … [Read more...] about Entries open for Women’s Leadership in STEM Entrepreneurship Grand Challenge (India)

Applications open for the Vast x Explorers Club Grant Program

Deadline: 15-Feb-2026 The Vast x Explorers Club Grant Program is accepting applications to support innovative research advancing human life beyond Earth. Grants of $20,000–$25,000 are available for projects focused on space habitability, life-support systems, human health, and long-duration mission … [Read more...] about Applications open for the Vast x Explorers Club Grant Program

CFPs: Faculty and Student Mobility Grant Program

Deadline: 09-Jan-2026 The SEARCA Student and Faculty Mobility Grant Program offers funding for Southeast Asian students and faculty to conduct research or take credit-bearing courses at selected universities and research institutions in Southeast Asia. The grant supports academic mobility aligned … [Read more...] about CFPs: Faculty and Student Mobility Grant Program

MSCA COFUND for Doctoral Candidates or Postdoctoral Researchers

Deadline: 08-Apr-2026 The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) COFUND programme supports high-quality doctoral and postdoctoral training programmes by co-funding researcher positions that promote international, interdisciplinary, and inter-sectoral mobility. It strengthens research and innovation … [Read more...] about MSCA COFUND for Doctoral Candidates or Postdoctoral Researchers

Request for Applications: eMobility Innovation Awards Program 2026

Deadline: 08-Feb-2026 The Mobility Innovation Awards recognize global excellence in sustainable, smart, and inclusive mobility solutions. These awards celebrate companies, public authorities, projects, and professionals driving cleaner, safer, and more innovative transportation systems through … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: eMobility Innovation Awards Program 2026

Apply for Elsa U. Pardee Foundation Grant Program (US)

Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The Elsa U. Pardee Foundation invites grant applications from investigators at U.S.-based nonprofit institutions to support research aimed at discovering new treatments or cures for cancer. This funding targets early-stage projects by new cancer researchers or innovative … [Read more...] about Apply for Elsa U. Pardee Foundation Grant Program (US)

RFAs: Rigorously Agroecological Innovations in the Central Africa Region (Burundi)

Deadline: 30-Jan-2026 The Enabel Agroecology Grant supports organizations in scaling up agroecological innovations, strengthening stakeholder capacities, and promoting policies for sustainable food systems. With funding between EUR 400,000 and EUR 488,000 per project and a total indicative budget … [Read more...] about RFAs: Rigorously Agroecological Innovations in the Central Africa Region (Burundi)

Entries open for VinFuture Prize

Deadline: 17-Apr-2026 The VinFuture Prize recognizes outstanding scientific research and breakthrough technological innovations that have a meaningful impact on the lives of millions globally. The awards highlight solutions aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and … [Read more...] about Entries open for VinFuture Prize

Call for Funding: Working Groups Programme (South Africa)

Deadline: 29-Jan-2026 The NIHSS Working Groups Programme offers South African academics in Humanities and Social Sciences funding of up to R100,000 to support research, collaboration, and scholarly outputs across ten thematic areas, including digital humanities, climate, arts, indigenous languages, … [Read more...] about Call for Funding: Working Groups Programme (South Africa)

RFPs: Project Funding for Collaborations Across the Nordic Region

Deadline: 13-Feb-2026 The Nordic Culture Fund Project Funding 2026 supports collaborative arts and cultural projects across the Nordic countries, including Denmark, Finland, Faroe Islands, Greenland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and Åland. Grants of up to DKK 500,000 are available for projects … [Read more...] about RFPs: Project Funding for Collaborations Across the Nordic Region

Open Call: KWI International Fellowship Program

Deadline: 28-Feb-2026 The KWI Fellowship Programme supports outstanding postdoctoral researchers in the humanities worldwide by offering funding, research infrastructure, and an interdisciplinary academic environment in Germany, with a strong focus on innovative, internationally oriented research … [Read more...] about Open Call: KWI International Fellowship Program

Study of the United States Institutes (SUSIs) for Secondary Educators and Teachers

Deadline: 19-Jan-2026 The U.S. Embassy in Ukraine invites applications for the 2026 Study of the United States Institutes (SUSIs) for secondary educators and teachers. These intensive summer programs provide opportunities to study American history, culture, and society while preparing … [Read more...] about Study of the United States Institutes (SUSIs) for Secondary Educators and Teachers

CFPs: Digital Rights Fund in the West Asia and North Africa

Deadline: 31-Jan-2026 The Digital Rights Fund by SMEX supports projects advancing digital rights, freedom of expression, and civic space across the WANA region. Grants of up to $15,000 are available for initiatives addressing surveillance, algorithmic bias, AI militarization, digital labor, … [Read more...] about CFPs: Digital Rights Fund in the West Asia and North Africa

7th Call for TÜBİTAK–Poland NCBR Bilateral Cooperation Programme

Deadline: 30-Mar-2026 The National Centre for Research and Development (Poland) and TÜBİTAK (Türkiye) have launched a joint call to support collaborative applied R&D projects in health, food, agriculture, and ICT. Funding aims to drive innovation, economic growth, and strong industry-academia … [Read more...] about 7th Call for TÜBİTAK–Poland NCBR Bilateral Cooperation Programme

CFAs: Dutch Embassy in Belgium Cultural and Artistic Grants Program

Deadline: 18-May-2026 The Dutch Embassy in Brussels offers grants for Dutch-Belgian and Dutch cultural and artistic projects in Belgium, supporting initiatives that strengthen the Netherlands’ cultural profile and foster cross-border cooperation. Grants of €500–€5,000 are available for projects in … [Read more...] about CFAs: Dutch Embassy in Belgium Cultural and Artistic Grants Program

Implementation Research Leadership Fellowship Programme for Public Health

Deadline: 30-Jan-2026 The Implementation Research (IR) Leadership Fellowship Programme for Public Health Impact at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), Indonesia, is a fully funded, in-person fellowship for professionals from low- and middle-income countries. Running for six months from May 2026, the … [Read more...] about Implementation Research Leadership Fellowship Programme for Public Health

Submissions open for Youth Ambassador Programme

Deadline: 13-Jan-2026 The Youth Ambassador Programme, in partnership with IBO as part of the Festival of Hope, supports young changemakers worldwide to develop social impact projects aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The fully online programme runs from 1 March to 31 May 2026, … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Youth Ambassador Programme

Call for Entries: iF Design Student Award 2026

Deadline: 28-Jan-2026 The iF Design Student Award 2026 is now open, offering students and recent design graduates a global platform to showcase future-oriented design concepts addressing real-world challenges. Participation is free, with winners sharing EUR 50,000 in prize money and receiving … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: iF Design Student Award 2026

Small Grant Scheme for Youth-Led Organizations and Groups in Timor-Leste

Deadline: 04-Jan-2026 Plan International Timor-Leste, in partnership with Maun Kay Olok, has launched a youth-led small grants initiative providing up to USD 10,000 to youth-led organizations in Timor-Leste. The program supports projects promoting ethical leadership, social norm … [Read more...] about Small Grant Scheme for Youth-Led Organizations and Groups in Timor-Leste

7th REINFORCING Open Call for Organizations and Institutions

Deadline: 04-Mar-2026 The REINFORCING Seventh Open Call (Booster Call) supports European organizations in embedding Open and Responsible Research and Innovation (ORRI) into institutional practice. The call funds up to six projects with grants of up to €20,000 to develop practical ORRI tools and … [Read more...] about 7th REINFORCING Open Call for Organizations and Institutions

Call for Bids: Cultural Heritage Innovation and Preservation (Lesotho)

Deadline: 05-Jan-2026 The British High Commission in Maseru invites proposals from qualified organizations and consortia to deliver innovative projects that preserve cultural heritage and improve accessibility. Funding supports initiatives that foster sustainability, innovation, and collaboration … [Read more...] about Call for Bids: Cultural Heritage Innovation and Preservation (Lesotho)

Open Call for FHRI Fund Distinguished Fellows Program (Australia)

Deadline: 30-June-2026 The Government of Western Australia is inviting applications for the FHRI Fund Distinguished Fellows Program, designed to attract outstanding international and interstate research leaders to Western Australia (WA). The program aims to strengthen WA’s health and medical … [Read more...] about Open Call for FHRI Fund Distinguished Fellows Program (Australia)

Summer Study of the U.S. Institutes for Secondary Educators

Deadline: 09-Jan-2026 The U.S. Embassy in Madagascar and The Comoros is accepting applications for the Summer 2026 Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSI) for Secondary Educators, a five-week program designed to enhance teaching about the United States. Mid-career secondary school … [Read more...] about Summer Study of the U.S. Institutes for Secondary Educators

CFPs: Learning Disabilities Foundation of America Grant Program (US)

Deadline: 15-Sep-2026 The Learning Disabilities Foundation of America (LDFA) invites grant applications to support projects addressing unmet needs in the field of learning disabilities. The grants aim to foster innovation, increase public awareness, and advance programs that improve … [Read more...] about CFPs: Learning Disabilities Foundation of America Grant Program (US)

Nominations open for Innovation Award 2026

Deadline: 15-Feb-2026 The FAO Award for Innovation recognises groundbreaking innovations across agrifood systems that enhance food security, economic development, environmental sustainability, and resilience. Open to FAO Members, organizations, and individuals, the award evaluates innovations based … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Innovation Award 2026

Call for Applications: Commercialising Knowledge Assets Fund Program (UK)

Deadline: 07-May-2026 The UK Government’s Commercialising Knowledge Assets Fund supports organisations in developing public sector knowledge into commercially viable products or services. Funding ranges from £50,000 to £250,000 per project, with a cap of £800,000 per organisation per year. This … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Commercialising Knowledge Assets Fund Program (UK)

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