Deadline: 15-Apr-2026 UNICEF has launched a Call for Expression of Interest (EOI) under the MAHARATI initiative in Iraq to strengthen youth innovation, skills development, and learning-to-earning pathways. The programme focuses on durable solutions, reintegration, social policy, and youth … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: MAHARATI Youth Skills and Innovation Initiative (Iraq)
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Open Call for Waste Prevention and Innovation Grants (Australia)
Deadline: 31-May-2026 The Waste Prevention and Innovation Grants program offers up to $5,000 per project for community-led initiatives in Bega Valley Shire that reduce waste, prevent litter, tackle illegal dumping, and promote sustainable practices. Eligible applicants include community groups, … [Read more...] about Open Call for Waste Prevention and Innovation Grants (Australia)
Call for Entries: Youth Leadership Program (Malawi)
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026 The Youth Leadership Program in Malawi equips young graduates with digital, leadership, and entrepreneurial skills to empower communities and strengthen MSMEs, especially women-led businesses. Participants undergo two weeks of intensive training followed by a six-month … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: Youth Leadership Program (Malawi)
Fulbright Student Grant for Graduate Study in the U.S. 2027-2028 (Singapore)
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The U.S. Embassy Singapore is inviting Singapore citizens and permanent residents (PRs) to apply for Fulbright grants for the 2027–2028 academic year to pursue graduate study in the United States. The grant supports a one-year master’s degree or the first year of a longer … [Read more...] about Fulbright Student Grant for Graduate Study in the U.S. 2027-2028 (Singapore)
Entries open for PRIMA Young Innovators Award 2026
Deadline: 28-May-2026 The PRIMA Young Innovators Award celebrates young leaders driving sustainable solutions in the Southern Mediterranean. Two winners receive EUR 10,000 each for innovations with measurable impact on society, environment, and local economies, promoting youth empowerment, … [Read more...] about Entries open for PRIMA Young Innovators Award 2026
Apply now for Fulbright Specialist Program – Kyrgyzstan
Deadline: 30-May-2026 The Fulbright Specialist Program enables Kyrgyz institutions to host U.S. experts for 2–6 week collaborative projects in fields like AI, STEM, business, cybersecurity, disaster response, and cultural heritage. The program supports capacity building, innovation, and knowledge … [Read more...] about Apply now for Fulbright Specialist Program – Kyrgyzstan
URBACT Call for Action Networks: Implementing Urban Change in Cities
Deadline: 17-Jun-2026 The URBACT IV programme enables European cities to collaborate through Action Networks, sharing knowledge and innovative practices to strengthen sustainable urban development and improve local policies. It promotes participatory, integrated strategies that … [Read more...] about URBACT Call for Action Networks: Implementing Urban Change in Cities
Request for Proposals: Digital Literacy Training Program for Youth (Vietnam)
Deadline: 07-Apr-2026 UNDP Vietnam is inviting proposals from qualified organizations to design and deliver a youth-focused training program on digital literacy, privacy, and responsible online engagement. The initiative aims to empower Vietnamese youth with critical thinking, analytical, and … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Digital Literacy Training Program for Youth (Vietnam)
Strategic Opportunities Program for Screen and Digital Games Industry (Australia)
Deadline: 29-May-2026 The Strategic Opportunities Program provides targeted funding of $5,000–$50,000 to support innovative, high-impact projects in the NSW screen and digital games industry. The program aims to strengthen capacity, foster sector growth, and promote inclusion across regional, First … [Read more...] about Strategic Opportunities Program for Screen and Digital Games Industry (Australia)
CFPs: Strengthen Hungarian Participation in Horizon Europe (Hungary)
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The National Research, Development and Innovation Fund (NRDI Fund) in Hungary is offering grants to support the preparation of Horizon Europe proposals. Funding covers consortium building, proposal drafting, and related preparatory activities, with grants ranging from HUF 1–2 … [Read more...] about CFPs: Strengthen Hungarian Participation in Horizon Europe (Hungary)
Submissions open for Startup Innovation Challenge 2026 (Nigeria)
Deadline: 31-May-2026 The Startup Innovation Challenge 2026 is an online competition for startups, SMEs, and tech innovators across Nigeria, offering over ₦100 million in cash, AWS credits, and mentorship. Participants with working prototypes or MVPs across EduTech, HealthTech, FinTech, AgroTech, … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Startup Innovation Challenge 2026 (Nigeria)
Call for Proposals: Brackish Water Desalination for Climate-Resilient Agriculture
Deadline: 15-May-2026 The PRIMA Programme 2026 supports projects that improve water-use efficiency and expand sustainable irrigation in Mediterranean agriculture through innovative, low-energy desalination solutions. The call targets scalable, renewable-powered systems for smallholders and … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Brackish Water Desalination for Climate-Resilient Agriculture
Concept Plus Grant Opportunity for Entrepreneurs (United Kingdom)
Deadline: 21-Apr-2026 The Concept Plus Grant provides up to £30,000 for entrepreneurs in Northern Ireland to validate and develop innovative concepts. The program supports prototype development, market research, intellectual property assessment, and market validation to help founders transform … [Read more...] about Concept Plus Grant Opportunity for Entrepreneurs (United Kingdom)
Entries open for Falling Walls Lab Competition (Taiwan)
Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 Falling Walls Lab 2026 invites students and early-career professionals to present innovative ideas in a three-minute pitch that drives scientific and societal impact. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary solutions, breakthrough thinking, and contributions to … [Read more...] about Entries open for Falling Walls Lab Competition (Taiwan)
RFAs: Sustainable Circular Animal Feed Innovation
Deadline: 15-May-2026 The PRIMA Programme 2026 supports innovative projects that promote circular and sustainable animal feed systems across Mediterranean farming sectors. With a total budget of €10.814 million, the initiative focuses on low-input livestock farming, agroecological practices, and … [Read more...] about RFAs: Sustainable Circular Animal Feed Innovation
Call for EOIs: National Implementing Entity Accreditation (Sri Lanka)
Deadline: 10-Apr-2026 The Ministry of Environment of Sri Lanka is inviting organizations to apply as a National Implementing Entity (NIE) for the Adaptation Fund. This role enables direct access to climate finance, strengthens national capacity, and supports locally driven climate adaptation … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: National Implementing Entity Accreditation (Sri Lanka)
Division 49 Group Psychology Grant Program (United States)
Deadline: 05-Jun-2026 The APF Division 49 Group Psychology Grant supports innovative research on group behavior, leadership, and cohesion in applied settings. One grant of $1,500 is available for researchers affiliated with nonprofit or governmental institutions, with preference for early-career … [Read more...] about Division 49 Group Psychology Grant Program (United States)
Open Call for Global African Women’s Sustainability Conference 2.0
Deadline: 01-May-2026 The Global African Women’s Sustainability Conference 2.0 invites women entrepreneurs and stakeholders of African descent to participate in a platform focused on sustainable and inclusive growth. The 2026 theme, “Rethink · Reinvent · Regenerate”, emphasizes innovation-driven … [Read more...] about Open Call for Global African Women’s Sustainability Conference 2.0
Call for Nominations: Emerging Leader Award
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The Mark Foundation Emerging Leader Awards support early-career scientists worldwide in advancing innovative cancer research. Awardees receive $1,000,000 USD over four years ($250,000/year) to pursue bold, distinct projects, with eligibility focused on independent … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: Emerging Leader Award
Design and Run Your Own Circular Economy Programme (India and Kenya)
Deadline: 06-Apr-2026 Entrepreneurship Support Organisations (ESOs) in Bengaluru can now participate in the Circular Economy Innovation Cluster (CEIC) programme, integrating circular economy and social impact into their operations. The initiative includes masterclasses from April to July 2026, … [Read more...] about Design and Run Your Own Circular Economy Programme (India and Kenya)
Apply Now: EIT Jumpstarter Pre-Acceleration Programme
Deadline: 08-May-2026 EIT Jumpstarter is a seven-month pre-acceleration programme designed to help researchers, students, professionals, and idea holders validate innovative concepts and develop business skills. Participants gain mentoring, funding opportunities, and access to the EIT network to … [Read more...] about Apply Now: EIT Jumpstarter Pre-Acceleration Programme
Submissions open for the Creative Fellowship Program (US)
Deadline: 30-Mar-2026 The Google Creative Fellowship Program offers emerging creative professionals hands-on experience across Google’s in-house creative teams. Fellows work on projects involving films, ad campaigns, interactive experiences, and AI-driven storytelling, gaining … [Read more...] about Submissions open for the Creative Fellowship Program (US)
Open Call: Youth for Earth Climate Solutions Challenge
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026 The Youth for Earth initiative invites young innovators to develop and implement climate solutions with measurable impact. The program emphasizes sustainability, STEM integration, and scalability, offering funding, recognition, and exposure through ICSE 2026 and media … [Read more...] about Open Call: Youth for Earth Climate Solutions Challenge
Submit Applications for Global Initiatives Grant
Deadline: 15-May-2026 The Global Initiatives Grant Program supports innovative public anthropology projects that help scholars expand anthropology’s impact beyond academia and reach broader public audiences. The program offers one nonrenewable grant of up to US$80,000 annually for initiatives … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Global Initiatives Grant
EU Call to Strengthen Civil Society and Governance (Kazakhstan)
Deadline: 12-May-2026 The European Commission offers EUR 350,000 grants to support civil society organisations (CSOs) in Kazakhstan, strengthening accountability, transparency, and inclusive governance amid the country’s green and digital transitions. Projects must promote evidence-based policy … [Read more...] about EU Call to Strengthen Civil Society and Governance (Kazakhstan)
Request for Applications: BirdLife Australia Community Grants 2026
Deadline: 04-May-2026 BirdLife Australia’s Community Grants support local groups and volunteers with up to $10,000 to conserve birds and their habitats across Australia. The program emphasizes community engagement, volunteer capacity building, applied research, habitat protection, and alignment … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: BirdLife Australia Community Grants 2026
Grants available for Innovative Community Projects in Sao Tome And Principe
Deadline: 17-Apr-2026 The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) 2026 invites local civil society organizations, academic institutions, and municipal authorities in São Tomé and Príncipe to submit proposals for small-scale, high-impact community development projects. Funding ranges from $20,000 … [Read more...] about Grants available for Innovative Community Projects in Sao Tome And Principe
AI for Good Fund: Building AI Capacity in the Nonprofit Sector (Ireland)
Deadline: 15-Apr-2026 The AI for Good Fund supports nonprofit, social enterprise, and community organizations in Ireland to responsibly adopt artificial intelligence. The initiative provides funding, skills-building, and tailored resources to enhance data-driven impact, ethical AI use, and … [Read more...] about AI for Good Fund: Building AI Capacity in the Nonprofit Sector (Ireland)
2026 Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Program (Kyrgyzstan)
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The U.S. Embassy in Bishkek is funding initiatives to strengthen STEM education and innovation across the Kyrgyz Republic. The program supports teacher training, curriculum modernization, and partnerships with U.S. organizations to prepare students for global technology … [Read more...] about 2026 Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Program (Kyrgyzstan)
Submissions open for BuildAI Pitch Event (India)
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026 The BuildAI Pitch Event, launched by Immersive Technology Entrepreneurship Labs (ITEL) in partnership with the IndiaAI Mission, identifies and supports AI-driven startups addressing India’s challenges. Selected startups receive structured incubation, mentoring, grant funding … [Read more...] about Submissions open for BuildAI Pitch Event (India)
Falling Walls Lab Milan Competition (Italy)
Deadline: 19-Apr-2026 Falling Walls Lab Milan enables students and early-career professionals to pitch groundbreaking ideas in science and society. Participants deliver a three-minute pitch demonstrating innovative solutions with interdisciplinary impact. The program fosters networking, diversity, … [Read more...] about Falling Walls Lab Milan Competition (Italy)
Open Call for KNAW Van Walree Fund (Netherlands)
Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The KNAW Van Walree Fund provides up to €10,000 to early career researchers in medical, biomedical, or health sciences to support sustainable and innovative initiatives that enhance international knowledge sharing. The fund emphasizes environmentally responsible and globally … [Read more...] about Open Call for KNAW Van Walree Fund (Netherlands)
Open Call: Carbon Capture Technologies Program (Australia)
Deadline: 06-May-2026 The Carbon Capture Technologies Program offers grants of up to $10 million to Australian organisations developing innovative CO2 capture, utilisation, and removal technologies. The program supports pilot and demonstration projects in hard-to-abate industries like cement, … [Read more...] about Open Call: Carbon Capture Technologies Program (Australia)
National Water Innovation Hackathon for Youth and Community Solutions (India)
Deadline: 22-Apr-2026 The National Water Innovation Hackathon 2026 by the International Water Management Institute supports youth innovators and community-led initiatives in India to develop scalable solutions for water challenges. Participants compete for cash prizes up to INR 100,000, mentorship, … [Read more...] about National Water Innovation Hackathon for Youth and Community Solutions (India)
WTO launches Young Trade Leaders Programme
Deadline: 01-May-2026 The WTO Young Trade Leaders Programme 2026 offers young professionals aged 18–28 the chance to engage with global trade, gain insights into the WTO’s work, and develop as future trade leaders. Participants receive mentoring, training, and travel support to Geneva … [Read more...] about WTO launches Young Trade Leaders Programme
Open Call for Fantoche 24th International Animation Film Festival
Deadline: 03-May-2026 The Fantoche 24th International Animation Film Festival in Baden, Switzerland, invites global filmmakers to showcase innovative animation works and compete for cash prizes and awards. The festival emphasizes frame-by-frame animation, creative storytelling, and emerging talent, … [Read more...] about Open Call for Fantoche 24th International Animation Film Festival
Entries open for Youth Leadership Program in Zambia
Deadline: 06-Apr-2026 The Healing Balm Foundation, in partnership with Digital Opportunity Trust and The Mastercard Foundation, invites young graduates in Livingstone and Kazungula District to apply for the Youth Leadership Program. The eight-month program offers training in leadership, digital … [Read more...] about Entries open for Youth Leadership Program in Zambia
Applications open for Film Grant Program
Deadline: 06-Apr-2026 The CCCL Film Festival offers film production grants to emerging Thai and Southeast Asian filmmakers exploring climate change and its social, cultural, and political impacts. Selected filmmakers will attend a 4-day workshop in Bangkok and receive funding up to THB 75,000 to … [Read more...] about Applications open for Film Grant Program
Funding available for Sustainable Battery Business Models (Sweden)
Deadline: 21-Apr-2026 The Sustainable Battery Business Models Grant Program provides funding of up to SEK 4 million for collaborative projects developing innovative, sustainable battery solutions in Sweden. The programme focuses on system integration, performance optimization, and … [Read more...] about Funding available for Sustainable Battery Business Models (Sweden)
Call for Concept Notes: Advancing Internet Innovation and Digital Inclusion
Deadline: 24-Apr-2026 The ISIF Asia 2026 grants program, supported by the APNIC Foundation, invites organisations across the Asia Pacific to submit concept notes for innovative, scalable digital solutions. Focus areas include Internet access, digital infrastructure, IPv6 deployment, digital health, … [Read more...] about Call for Concept Notes: Advancing Internet Innovation and Digital Inclusion
UNICEF Digital Learning Access Initiative for Quality Education (Mozambique)
Deadline: 10-Apr-2026 UNICEF is leading efforts to expand access to quality education in Mozambique through digital learning solutions for children and youth. The initiative targets low school completion rates, out-of-school children, and learning poverty, especially in conflict- and … [Read more...] about UNICEF Digital Learning Access Initiative for Quality Education (Mozambique)
Apply for Innovations in Cost-Disruptive Tools for Diagnosis and Screening Grand Challenge
Deadline: 28-Apr-2026 The Gates Foundation 2026 invites applications for innovative diagnostic and screening solutions that dramatically reduce costs while enabling scalable deployment in low- and middle-income countries. Funding targets transformative high-risk, high-reward innovations, including … [Read more...] about Apply for Innovations in Cost-Disruptive Tools for Diagnosis and Screening Grand Challenge
GastroLab Surf City Youth Culinary Program (El Salvador)
Deadline: 30-Mar-2026 The WFP GastroLab Surf City project empowers young people in El Salvador’s culinary sector through training, internships, and employment support. Partners help strengthen technical and soft skills, promote youth entrepreneurship, and connect participants to local labor … [Read more...] about GastroLab Surf City Youth Culinary Program (El Salvador)
Request for Proposals: Trauma Psychology Grant Program (US)
Deadline: 09-Oct-2026 The APF Trauma Psychology Grant Program provides $3,750 to early career psychologists conducting innovative trauma research. The grant supports projects that demonstrate expertise in trauma, a feasible work plan, and measurable outcomes within a structured timeline and … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Trauma Psychology Grant Program (US)
Request for Applications: Dr. Christine Blasey Ford Grant Program (US)
Deadline: 09-Oct-2026 The Dr. Christine Blasey Ford Grant Program supports graduate students and early career researchers studying the effects, prevention, and treatment of trauma from sexual assault, harassment, or rape. The program provides $3,750 per project to foster innovative trauma research … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Dr. Christine Blasey Ford Grant Program (US)
Call for Proposals: David H. and Beverly A. Barlow Grant Program (US)
Deadline: 18-Sep-2026 The David H. and Beverly A. Barlow Grant Program provides a $7,500 grant to support innovative basic and clinical research on anxiety and anxiety-related disorders. Open to graduate students and early career researchers within 10 years postdoctoral, the program encourages … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: David H. and Beverly A. Barlow Grant Program (US)
Entries open for Falling Walls Lab Münster (Germany)
Deadline: 01-Aug-2026 Falling Walls Lab Münster invites students and early-career professionals to present groundbreaking research or innovative ideas in a three-minute pitch. The programme encourages interdisciplinary solutions that have the potential to advance science and create positive … [Read more...] about Entries open for Falling Walls Lab Münster (Germany)
CFAs: Cultural Events on Key Social and Democratic Issues (Armenia)
Deadline: 10-Apr-2026 The ERIM Cultural Engagement Grant 2026 supports civil society organisations in Armenia to organise innovative cultural events promoting democratic values, human rights, and civic engagement. Grants of up to €24,000 fund interactive, participatory projects that foster … [Read more...] about CFAs: Cultural Events on Key Social and Democratic Issues (Armenia)
Impact Innovation: Implementation Projects for a Reformed Public Sector (Sweden)
Deadline: 17-Jun-2026 The SustainGov initiative supports collaborative public sector implementation projects designed to transform governance, improve health and well-being, and strengthen collaboration across sectors. Funding of up to SEK 4,000,000 is available for projects lasting 12–24 months, … [Read more...] about Impact Innovation: Implementation Projects for a Reformed Public Sector (Sweden)
CFAs: Preparatory Project for a Reformed Public Sector (Sweden)
Deadline: 17-Jun-2026 SustainGov provides funding of up to SEK 500,000 for collaborative preparatory projects that explore innovative ways for the public sector to improve health, well-being, and sustainability. Projects must involve multiple stakeholders, focus on systemic change, and result in … [Read more...] about CFAs: Preparatory Project for a Reformed Public Sector (Sweden)
