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)
Innovation
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)
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
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)
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
Applications open for Mediterranean Youth in Audiovisual Field
Deadline: 18-Mar-2026 The MED-Y.C.I Programme invites 200 young people (ages 18–30) from select Mediterranean regions to participate in a fully funded learning programme focused on audiovisual storytelling, digital creativity, and civic engagement. The initiative combines workshops, peer exchange, … [Read more...] about Applications open for Mediterranean Youth in Audiovisual Field
Entries open for Falling Walls Lab Thuwal (Saudi Arabia)
Deadline: 27-Aug-2026 Falling Walls Lab invites students and early-career professionals in Thuwal, Saudi Arabia, to present groundbreaking ideas in a three-minute pitch. The program targets innovations that address global challenges, encouraging interdisciplinary, scientific, social, … [Read more...] about Entries open for Falling Walls Lab Thuwal (Saudi Arabia)
Open Call: Supporting High-Impact Community Development Projects in Thailand
Deadline: 08-Apr-2026 The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) 2026 provides funding for small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries that strengthen local development initiatives and community partnerships. Grants of CAD $15,000–$35,000 support projects aligned with … [Read more...] about Open Call: Supporting High-Impact Community Development Projects in Thailand
Media Blend Hackathon #StoryHack2026: Innovating Sustainable Journalism
Deadline: 15-Mar-2026 The Media Blend Hackathon #StoryHack2026 invites media professionals to develop sustainable storytelling formats and business models for modern journalism. The event addresses challenges like revenue instability and audience retention, offering hands-on innovation, mentorship, … [Read more...] about Media Blend Hackathon #StoryHack2026: Innovating Sustainable Journalism
CFAs: Reconciliation Science Engagement Program (Australia)
Deadline: 16-Mar-2026 The Reconciliation Science Engagement grant supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-led projects that share STEM knowledge and culture with South Australian audiences. Grants of up to $4,000 in metropolitan Adelaide and $5,000 in regional/remote areas fund … [Read more...] about CFAs: Reconciliation Science Engagement Program (Australia)
Applications open for Community Science Engagement Projects (Australia)
Deadline: 16-Mar-2026 The Community Science Engagement Program provides grants to support science communication and public engagement projects across South Australia. Funding of up to $3,500 for metropolitan Adelaide and $4,500 for regional or remote areas is available for events or … [Read more...] about Applications open for Community Science Engagement Projects (Australia)
CFPs: Community Futures Lambton Grant Program (Canada)
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026 The Community Futures Lambton Grant Program provides funding of $500–$5,000 to local organizations in Sarnia and Lambton County to support community economic development initiatives. Eligible projects focus on youth, tourism, volunteer development, social and … [Read more...] about CFPs: Community Futures Lambton Grant Program (Canada)
Nominations open for EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2026 (Singapore)
Deadline: 10-Apr-2026 The EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ (EOY) program honors exceptional entrepreneurs in Singapore who demonstrate vision, leadership, innovation, and measurable business success. It celebrates business leaders who drive impactful change, inspire others, and contribute to … [Read more...] about Nominations open for EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2026 (Singapore)
CFAs: Regional Arts Development Fund in Australia
Deadline: 06-May-2026 The Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) supports arts, culture, and heritage projects across Queensland to strengthen diverse and inclusive communities. Grants of up to $13,000 (covering 65% of project costs) are available to artists, creatives, and organizations in the … [Read more...] about CFAs: Regional Arts Development Fund in Australia
Space Innovation Competition for Startups and Entrepreneurs (Czech Republic)
Deadline: 31-May-2026 The ESA BIC Liftoff Challenge 2026 invites innovators and teams to submit business projects with meaningful links to space technologies. Participants can win financial awards totaling CZK 150,000, gain mentorship, and present ideas to investors. The competition is open to … [Read more...] about Space Innovation Competition for Startups and Entrepreneurs (Czech Republic)
Entries open for Beauty Tech Hackathon (India)
Deadline: 26-Mar-2026 The Beauty Tech Hackathon 2026, presented by StartupTN in collaboration with Naturals Salon, invites innovators to reimagine beauty and salon services through AI, automation, personalization, and sustainability. Participants gain mentorship, pilot implementation opportunities, … [Read more...] about Entries open for Beauty Tech Hackathon (India)
Submissions Open: The Bremen Start-up Prize 2026 (Germany)
Deadline: 27-Mar-2026 The Bremen Start-up Prize 2026 honors founders in Bremen who demonstrate exceptional entrepreneurial achievement and contribute to a vibrant start-up ecosystem. Winners receive prize money, media exposure, and professional growth opportunities, promoting innovation, … [Read more...] about Submissions Open: The Bremen Start-up Prize 2026 (Germany)
Entries Open: Intercultural Achievement Award 2026
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026 The Intercultural Achievement Award 2026, offered by the Austrian Federal Ministry for European and International Affairs, recognizes impactful projects that promote intercultural and interreligious dialogue. Winning initiatives can receive EUR 6,000 per category and must … [Read more...] about Entries Open: Intercultural Achievement Award 2026
Open Call: Innovative Practices in Livestock Farming (Nigeria)
Deadline: 16-Mar-2026 The Flour Mills of Nigeria (FMN) Prize for Innovation is inviting ideas that advance sustainable food production, with a focus on cassava production and processing. Open to Nigerian SMEs and university students, the competition seeks creative, practical solutions … [Read more...] about Open Call: Innovative Practices in Livestock Farming (Nigeria)
ARTIVISTI Programme Supporting Young Artists and Creative Activism (Malta)
Deadline: 30-Mar-2026 The ARTIVISTI programme offers young Maltese creatives an 18-month multidisciplinary mentoring experience that combines art and activism. Participants receive funding, mentorship, and community support to develop socially impactful creative projects, with grants of up to … [Read more...] about ARTIVISTI Programme Supporting Young Artists and Creative Activism (Malta)
Applications open for Impact Seed Fund
Deadline: 19-Apr-2026 The Pulitzer Center Impact Seed Fund (ISF) Africa 2026 provides grants to university lecturers and researchers to expand the educational impact of journalism on environmental, ocean, climate, and labor issues. The program encourages collaborations between educators, students, … [Read more...] about Applications open for Impact Seed Fund
Open Call: Strengthening Salt Iodization and Nutrition Programs (Kenya and USA)
Deadline: 20-Mar-2026 UNICEF is inviting applications to support programs that improve iodine nutrition for children through advocacy, research, innovation, and strengthening national salt iodization systems. The initiative focuses on sustainable universal salt iodization, child nutrition, … [Read more...] about Open Call: Strengthening Salt Iodization and Nutrition Programs (Kenya and USA)
Nominations Open: Healthy Aging Prize for Asian Innovation
Deadline: 15-May-2026 The Healthy Aging Prize for Asian Innovation (HAPI) celebrates innovative policies, programs, services, and products that enhance care, social engagement, and age-friendly environments for older adults in East and Southeast Asia. The prize supports organizations … [Read more...] about Nominations Open: Healthy Aging Prize for Asian Innovation
Apply for NRF Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (South Africa)
Deadline: 15-Apr-2026 The NRF Postdoctoral Fellowship Program supports advanced research across multiple disciplines at South African public research institutions. Fellowships provide a two-year stipend, research funding, mentorship, and career development opportunities for … [Read more...] about Apply for NRF Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (South Africa)
Beyond Print Digital Transformation Program for Media Houses
Deadline: 10-Apr-2026 The taz Panter Foundation invites South and Southeast Asian print media organizations to join a comprehensive Digital Transformation Workshop. The program provides coaching, seminars, and international exchange to help newspapers adopt digital workflows, AI … [Read more...] about Beyond Print Digital Transformation Program for Media Houses
Call for Research Proposals: Global DPI Insights Community Fund
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The Center for Financial Inclusion’s Global DPI Insights Community Fund provides research grants of up to USD $50,000 to support studies on the design, implementation, and sustainability of digital public infrastructure (DPI) systems. Grants focus on locally grounded evidence, … [Read more...] about Call for Research Proposals: Global DPI Insights Community Fund
Call for Proposals: Canada-Italy Innovation Award 2026
Deadline: 7-April-2026 The Canada–Italy Innovation Award supports collaboration between Italian experts and Canadian partners to develop innovative solutions with real-world impact. The program funds travel for Italian participants to Canada (up to €4,000) to initiate joint projects in areas such … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Canada-Italy Innovation Award 2026
Build Award for Early Childhood Organizations (United States)
Deadline: 10-Apr-2026 The Promise Fund Build Award provides $200,000 in flexible funding and a 12-month partnership to support early-stage, community-led early childhood organizations. The program prioritizes organizations that promote equitable outcomes, innovative solutions, and measurable impact … [Read more...] about Build Award for Early Childhood Organizations (United States)
Entries Open: Paul L. Busch Award (United States)
Deadline: 01-Jun-2026 The Paul L. Busch Award supports innovative research that bridges scientific discovery with practical applications to improve water quality. The $100,000 grant recognizes creativity, feasibility, and tangible benefits to the water environment, empowering researchers to develop … [Read more...] about Entries Open: Paul L. Busch Award (United States)
M-ERA.NET Call 2026 for Advanced Materials Research and Innovation
Deadline: 12-May-2026 The M-ERA.NET Call 2026 invites international research consortia to submit proposals for collaborative projects in advanced materials technologies that support sustainable development and the green transition. The programme funds research in areas such as energy storage, … [Read more...] about M-ERA.NET Call 2026 for Advanced Materials Research and Innovation
The Wolfgang Kiessling International Prize for Species Conservation
Deadline: 01-Jun-2026 The Wolfgang Kiessling International Prize for Species Conservation recognizes exceptional conservation scientists whose work combats the Sixth Mass Extinction and preserves global biodiversity. The 2026 prize awards US$80,000 in unrestricted funding to support continued … [Read more...] about The Wolfgang Kiessling International Prize for Species Conservation
Request for Proposals: Scaling Youth Mental Health Innovations
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026 Grand Challenges Canada’s Being Initiative provides funding from $300,000 to $1,500,000 CAD for ready-to-scale innovations that address the root causes of youth distress. The program supports youth-led and other organizations in implementing proven mental health solutions … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Scaling Youth Mental Health Innovations
Call for Applications: Innovation for Industry Funding Initiative (Malta)
Deadline: 18-May-2026 The Innovation for Industry (I4I) programme in Malta offers grants of up to €150,000 to private sector entities to foster applied innovation, improve industrial efficiency, and integrate research expertise into business operations. It features two streams: the … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Innovation for Industry Funding Initiative (Malta)
RFPs: Enhancing HCP Education in Adult Vaccination
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The Pfizer Independent Medical Education Grant supports initiatives that strengthen healthcare professionals’ knowledge and competence in adult vaccination against respiratory infections. The program funds educational projects designed to improve awareness, understanding, and … [Read more...] about RFPs: Enhancing HCP Education in Adult Vaccination
Submissions open for Climate Curve Prize: Methane
Deadline: 17-Apr-2026 The Climate Curve Prize: Methane invites innovators to develop solutions that reduce methane emissions from food and waste systems. The global prize provides $25,000 to eight laureates, offering funding, mentorship, and access to climate networks to scale … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Climate Curve Prize: Methane
Apply for Geophysics and Drilling Collaborations Program (Australia)
Deadline: 22-Apr-2026 The Geophysics and Drilling Collaborations Program provides funding to support mineral exploration and geoscientific research in the Northern Territory. With up to $4 million available for Round 19, the program targets greenfields and brownfields drilling, geophysical surveys, … [Read more...] about Apply for Geophysics and Drilling Collaborations Program (Australia)
Entries open for Falling Walls Lab Berlin – Adlershof (Germany)
Deadline: 08-Jun-2026 Falling Walls Lab Berlin – Adlershof invites students and early-career professionals to present innovative ideas that can impact science and society. Participants have three minutes to showcase their research or innovation to a distinguished jury, demonstrating which “wall” … [Read more...] about Entries open for Falling Walls Lab Berlin – Adlershof (Germany)
