Innovation

Applications open for Nordplus Programmes

Deadline: 1-Feb-24 The Nordplus programme of the Nordic Council of Ministers invites Nordic and Baltic institutions and organisations working with or involved in education and training to apply for funding in the application round of 2024. The Nordic Council of Ministers has agreed on a new, … [Read more...] about Applications open for Nordplus Programmes

EPA Clean and Safe Water Program – United States

Deadline: 21-Feb-24 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking applications to support research that advances the science and innovative tools and information needed to protect and restore the Nation’s watersheds, aquatic ecosystems, and water infrastructure to provide clean, … [Read more...] about EPA Clean and Safe Water Program – United States

Environmental Protection Agency Clean and Healthy Air Program – United States

Deadline: 21-Feb-24 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) seeks applications proposing to take a holistic approach, grounded in research and innovation, to develop and demonstrate solutions to real world challenges. EPA supports research that advances the science and provides the … [Read more...] about Environmental Protection Agency Clean and Healthy Air Program – United States

Request for Proposals: Conservation Grant Program

Deadline: 26-Jan-24 The Sequoia Park Zoo and Conservation Advisory Committee are accepting proposals for their twelfth annual Conservation Grant Program. Mission Sequoia Park Zoo inspires conservation of the natural world by instilling wonder, respect, and passion for wildlife. They … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Conservation Grant Program

Call for Applications: Ensure Safety of Chemicals (United States)

Deadline: 21-Feb-24 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) seeks applications proposing to take a holistic approach, grounded in research and innovation, to develop and demonstrate solutions to real world challenges. EPA supports research for evaluating and predicting impacts from … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Ensure Safety of Chemicals (United States)

Call for Proposals: Safeguard and Revitalize Communities Program (United States)

Deadline: 21-Feb-24 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is accepting proposals to support research that advances the science and innovative technologies needed to remediate and restore the Nation’s most challenging and complex contaminated sites; to reduce the burden of contamination … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Safeguard and Revitalize Communities Program (United States)

Call for Proposals: Cooperation Partnerships in the field of Youth submitted by European NGOs

Deadline: 5-Mar-24 The European Commission (EC) has launched a call for proposals to support through lifelong learning, the educational, professional and personal development of people in education, training, youth and sport, in Europe and beyond thereby contributing to sustainable growth, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Cooperation Partnerships in the field of Youth submitted by European NGOs

Armenia: U.S. Embassy Grant ($50,000 to $350,000) for Peacebuilding Initiatives

Deadline: 22-Feb-24 The U.S. Embassy Yerevan Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to implement programs to advance civil society peace-building efforts between the people of Armenia and Azerbaijan, and to … [Read more...] about Armenia: U.S. Embassy Grant ($50,000 to $350,000) for Peacebuilding Initiatives

Call for Proposals: Cooperation Partnerships in the field of Education and Training

Deadline: 5-Mar-24 The European Commission (EC) is accepting proposals to support, through lifelong learning, the educational, professional and personal development of people in education, training, youth and sport, in Europe and beyond thereby contributing to sustainable growth, quality jobs and … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Cooperation Partnerships in the field of Education and Training

TB REACH Wave 11 Funding Call: Proposals Invited (Up to USD 550,000)

Deadline: 17-Jan-24 The Stop TB Partnership's TB REACH Initiative has launched its Wave 11 call for proposals focused on innovative approaches to integrate TB service delivery with lung health at the primary and community level of the health systems. TB REACH Wave 11 is supported by Global … [Read more...] about TB REACH Wave 11 Funding Call: Proposals Invited (Up to USD 550,000)

Nominations open for Zayed Sustainability Prize

Deadline: 23-Jun-24 Nominations are now open for the Zayed Sustainability Prize. The Prize fund comes from the Abu Dhabi Government as a way to honour and continue the sustainability and humanitarian legacy of the founding father of the United Arab Emirates, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Zayed Sustainability Prize

GCSP Prize for Transformative Futures in Peace and Security 2024

Deadline: 25-Mar-24 The Geneva Centre for Security Policy (GCSP) is seeking applications to reward groundbreaking concepts that offer exceptional promise in addressing peace and security challenges. The prize is awarded by the Geneva Centre for Security Policy (GCSP), as part of its … [Read more...] about GCSP Prize for Transformative Futures in Peace and Security 2024

India: Azim Premji Foundation invites grant applications from New CSOs

Deadline: 29-Feb-24 The Azim Premji Foundation is accepting grant applications from early-stage, not-for-profit organisations working in Madhya Pradesh. Azim Premji Foundation’s vision is to contribute towards a more just, equitable, humane, and sustainable society. The grants work is aligned … [Read more...] about India: Azim Premji Foundation invites grant applications from New CSOs

Call for Proposals: UNVTF Small Grants Programme to support Human Trafficking Victims

Deadline: 21-Jan-24 The UN Voluntary Trust Fund for Victims of Trafficking in Persons has launched the eighth cycle of the Small Grants Programme. The Special Window Call for Proposals will specifically target CSO interventions supporting human trafficking victims across Central Asia, East and … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: UNVTF Small Grants Programme to support Human Trafficking Victims

Motorola Solutions Foundation 2024 Grant Cycle ($50,000 USD)

Deadline: 1-Feb-24 Applications are now open for the Motorola Solutions Foundation Grant Program to support organizations that offer first responder programming and technology and engineering education, and align to our values of accountability, innovation, impact, diversity and inclusion. As … [Read more...] about Motorola Solutions Foundation 2024 Grant Cycle ($50,000 USD)

SoTecIn Factory second Open call for Social Innovators

Deadline: 6-Feb-24 Aiming for social impact and systemic change across industry? EU-funded project SoTecIn Factory launched the second Open Call for Social Innovators and their EUR 3.3M programme to support mission-driven, social innovation ventures (individuals or organisations) in food, water … [Read more...] about SoTecIn Factory second Open call for Social Innovators

Call for Proposals: Lake of the Woods Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative (Canada)

Deadline: 15-Feb-24 The Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is offering grants to support action by others to prevent toxic and nuisance algae by increasing participation in the application of phosphorus load reduction measures and promoting broad uptake and application, demonstrating … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Lake of the Woods Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative (Canada)

Call for Proposals: Lake Winnipeg Basin Program (Canada)

Deadline: 15-Feb-24 The Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is accepting project proposals for the Lake Winnipeg Basin Program. Priorities The Lake Winnipeg Basin Program will fund projects, implemented by domestic partners within the Canadian portion of the Lake Winnipeg Basin, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Lake Winnipeg Basin Program (Canada)

Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative (FEI) – Canada

Deadline: 15-Feb-24 The Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is accepting applications for the Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative (FEI). The goal of the Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative (FEI) is to target the most significant environmental challenges affecting Great … [Read more...] about Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative (FEI) – Canada

Prosperous Future Programme for Civil Society Cooperation in the Region (2nd Round)

Deadline: 23-Feb-24 Submissions are now open for Prosperous Future to support Nordic organisations’ cooperation for a green, democratic, and resilient region with civil society in Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, and partners from civil society organizations with relation to Ukraine as well as … [Read more...] about Prosperous Future Programme for Civil Society Cooperation in the Region (2nd Round)

Apply for Youth Innovation Incubator Program – Thailand

Deadline: 3-Jan-24 UNDP seeks to appoint a qualified service provider to deliver the technical service in youth innovation incubation process in order to implement the element of co-implement process under the initiative on end violence against marginalized youth. The assignment responds to … [Read more...] about Apply for Youth Innovation Incubator Program – Thailand

Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award

Deadline: 30-Apr-24 Apply for the 4th Cycle of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award to recognize individuals, pioneering organisations, and research centres, for their innovative models that produce clean water using renewable energy. The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global … [Read more...] about Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award

Samim Project to reinforce Capacity of Civil Society Organizations

Deadline: 31-Dec-23 The Agence Française de Développement (AFD) has announced a call for proposals to support and fund civil society organizations (CSOs) piloting initiatives led by young actors of change. The Samim project is a Mediterranean project dedicated to support and reinforce the … [Read more...] about Samim Project to reinforce Capacity of Civil Society Organizations

United States: Nominations open for AARP Purpose Prize

Deadline: 29-Feb-24 Nominations are now open for the AARP Purpose Prize, a national award in the United States that celebrates people 50 and older who are using their life experience to make a difference. Through the Purpose Prize award, AARP celebrates the creativity, innovation, and … [Read more...] about United States: Nominations open for AARP Purpose Prize

Breaking Barriers with UDita Grants for Arcause 2023-2024 (India)

Deadline: 10-Feb-24 If you embrace inclusive design thinking, aim to tackle real-world challenges and aspire to transform visionary concepts into impactful solutions, then this is for you! UDita Grants opportunity aims to bring together innovative minds to create inclusive solutions that enhance … [Read more...] about Breaking Barriers with UDita Grants for Arcause 2023-2024 (India)

Apply for EMK Small Grant 2024 (Bangladesh)

Deadline: 31-Jan-24 EMK Center is thrilled to announce its annual Small Grants competition – an open call for organizations to submit program proposals that strengthen, expand, and celebrate U.S.- Bangladesh people-to-people ties, foster innovative ideas, and provide local solutions to complex … [Read more...] about Apply for EMK Small Grant 2024 (Bangladesh)

U.S. Mission to Poland: Public Diplomacy Grants Program

Deadline: 15-Mar-24 The Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Department of State at U.S. Embassy Warsaw and Consulate General Krakow (PD Poland) is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Grants Program. Purpose of Grants PD Poland invites proposals for … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Poland: Public Diplomacy Grants Program

Applications open for Play for Equity Fund

Deadline: 26-Jan-24 Team Up is now inviting applications to the second round of the Play for Equity Fund to support innovative community initiatives that are aimed at advancing gender justice in and through sport and play in the Pacific. The mission of the Play for Equity Fund is to resource … [Read more...] about Applications open for Play for Equity Fund

Apply Now for SanTech Hackathon 4: Greywater Recycling for Small-Scale Agriculture

Deadline: 28-Feb-24 Harness your creativity and expertise to develop groundbreaking technologies for a sustainable future. Join FINISH Mondial’s annual Sanitation Technology Hackathon 4 and make a sustainable impact. The “Greywater Recycling for Sustainable Agriculture and Kitchen Gardening” … [Read more...] about Apply Now for SanTech Hackathon 4: Greywater Recycling for Small-Scale Agriculture

$500,000 and $6,000,000 Energy Innovation Program for Canada

Deadline: 10-Jan-24 The Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) is seeking proposals for the Demonstration Focus Area under Energy Innovation Program Smart Grid to support innovative technology and grid system demonstrations. The Energy Innovation Program’s Smart Grid call for proposals will provide … [Read more...] about $500,000 and $6,000,000 Energy Innovation Program for Canada

Trinity Challenge on Antimicrobial Resistance

Deadline: 29-Feb-24 Applications are open for the Trinity Challenge on Antimicrobial Resistance to promote innovation in finding new data sources and integration of data, steering clear of incomplete and siloed information. The Trinity Challenge (TTC) is a charity supporting the creation of … [Read more...] about Trinity Challenge on Antimicrobial Resistance

DanChurchAid seeking New Local Partners to support Short-term Projects in Kenya

Deadline: 5-Jan-24 DanChurchAid (DCA) has launched a call for expressions of interest for Prospective Partnerships in Kenya. Partnership is a founding principle of DCA, a way of working that is fundamental to their values and identity. In this regard, DCA works closely with faith-based and … [Read more...] about DanChurchAid seeking New Local Partners to support Short-term Projects in Kenya

Apply for Austrian-American Partnership Fund

Deadline: 31-Aug-24 The U.S. Embassy Vienna, Austria, Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. Purpose of Small Grants The Austrian-American Partnership Fund (AAPF) is … [Read more...] about Apply for Austrian-American Partnership Fund

Resilient Agriculture Innovations for Nature (RAIN) Challenge – Phase II

Deadline: 30-Jan-24 The Global Resilience Partnership (GRP) has partnered with the Shockwave Foundation and the Munich Re Foundation on the Resilient Agriculture Innovations for Nature (RAIN) challenge. RAIN aims to convert seed-level innovative agricultural ideas that are meeting resilience … [Read more...] about Resilient Agriculture Innovations for Nature (RAIN) Challenge – Phase II

Applications open for 2024 Ivory Prize Competition

Deadline: 31-Dec-23 Nominations are now open for the Ivory Prize, an annual award recognizing ambitious, feasible and scalable solutions to housing affordability. The Prize is designed to award innovators for their efforts and provide material support to advance their projects. The search … [Read more...] about Applications open for 2024 Ivory Prize Competition

Call for Applications: AI for Humanitarian – Shaping Future Innovation

Deadline: 22-Jan-24 Supporting a cohort of humanitarian practitioners to pioneer a problem–led approach and explore the opportunities and risks associated with Artificial Intelligence (AI), Elrha is currently inviting practitioners to identify areas of future impact, ripe for further … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: AI for Humanitarian – Shaping Future Innovation

PILOT’s 2024 Innovation Challenge – US

Deadline: 19-Jan-24 PILOT’s 2024 Innovation Challenge is seeking startups and growing companies looking to help broadcasters rise to some of the key challenges and seize opportunities they are likely to face over the next few years. Submissions should align with the three focus areas of the … [Read more...] about PILOT’s 2024 Innovation Challenge – US

Global EbA Fund to support Catalytic Climate Change Adaptation Initiatives

Deadline: 21-Apr-24 Implemented by IUCN and UNEP with funding from the International Climate Initiative (IKI) of the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Nuclear Safety and Consumer Protection (BMUV), the Global EbA Fund is a catalytic funding mechanism for supporting … [Read more...] about Global EbA Fund to support Catalytic Climate Change Adaptation Initiatives

Funding available for Climate Change Mitigation Projects

Deadline: 29-Feb-24 The Mitigation Action Facility has announced a call for proposals to provide funding for most ambitious and feasible climate change mitigation projects. In 2012, the German and United Kingdom (UK) governments jointly established the NAMA Facility, now known as the … [Read more...] about Funding available for Climate Change Mitigation Projects

Standard Grants to support Human Rights Defenders and NGOs

Deadline: 25-Jan-24 The Euro-Mediterranean Foundation of Support to Human Rights Defenders (EMHRF) has announced the Standard Grants to support defenders and NGOs that are at risk or facing difficulties, and NGOs that carry out innovative, sensitive initiatives, aim to develop women and youth’s … [Read more...] about Standard Grants to support Human Rights Defenders and NGOs

Stranahan Foundation’s Early Childhood Education Funding Program – United States

Deadline: 16-Jan-24 The Stranahan Foundation is seeking proposals for funding to support organizations and projects that advance the Innovation and Proven Professional Development strategies. The Stranahan Foundation’s Early Childhood Education Strategy focuses on increasing access to … [Read more...] about Stranahan Foundation’s Early Childhood Education Funding Program – United States

Call for EOIs: Youth-led or Youth Serving Organizations working SRHR in Namibia

Deadline: 22-Dec-23 UNESCO seeks to engage a service of a youth-led or youth serving organization working on sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) to support its efforts in enhancing access of young people to Life skills-based health education. Life skills-based health education … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Youth-led or Youth Serving Organizations working SRHR in Namibia

U.S. Embassy in Finland Public Diplomacy Grants Program

Deadline: 11-Feb-24 The Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Embassy in Finland, U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Grants Program. PDS Finland invites proposals for programs that promote bilateral cooperation and … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Finland Public Diplomacy Grants Program

U.S. Embassy Eswatini: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program

Deadline: 15-Jun-24 The U.S. Embassy Eswatini Public Diplomacy Section (PD) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through the Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. Purpose of Small Grants PD Eswatini invites proposals for programs that strengthen … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Eswatini: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program

Jacobs Teen Innovation Challenge 2024

Deadline: 10-Jan-24 What if you could build a better world? The Jacobs Institute for Innovation in Education at the University of San Diego is calling for middle- and high-school educators to join in the effort to make a local and global impact. In the 2024 Jacobs Teen Innovation Challenge, … [Read more...] about Jacobs Teen Innovation Challenge 2024

An Opportunity for Grassroots Innovators in Bangladesh

Deadline: 30-Dec-23 If you are working on a grassroots innovation or know someone or some organization working on one, then this call is for you. They are looking for grassroots innovations from across Bangladesh to feature at Future Startup. The selected innovations will receive several … [Read more...] about An Opportunity for Grassroots Innovators in Bangladesh

Call for EOIs: Zero Carbon Fund (United Kingdom)

Deadline: 28-Jan-24 Through an exciting partnership with Green Future Investments, Let’s Go Zero is inviting funding bids from organisations and collaborations supporting school decarbonisation. The Zero Carbon Fund is a grants programme for projects helping UK schools decarbonise. It exists … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Zero Carbon Fund (United Kingdom)

TrustChain Open Call 3 “Economics and Democracy”

Deadline: 7-Feb-24 Calling all developers, innovators, researchers, SMEs and entrepreneurs to apply for TrustChain Open Call 3 (OC3) on “Economics & democracy” to define and build market mechanisms for data exchange and data trading as well as innovative win-win federated business models open … [Read more...] about TrustChain Open Call 3 “Economics and Democracy”

Council for Australian-Arab Relations Grant Program

Deadline: 12-Jan-24 Applications are now open for the Council for Australian-Arab Relations (CAAR) 2023-24 Grant Round under the International Relations Grant Program (IRPG). Objectives The 2023-24 objectives for the Council for Australian-Arab Relations (CAAR) are to: ensure that the CAAR … [Read more...] about Council for Australian-Arab Relations Grant Program

Request for Applications: Local Partnership Inclusion | Technical Assistance Facility Provider

Deadline: 12-Jan-24 Transforming Energy Access (TEA) invites applications from individual consultants or organisations to deliver a Technical Assistance Facility. One successful applicant or consortium will deliver this TA facility, which will sit within the Research Programme Delivery … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Local Partnership Inclusion | Technical Assistance Facility Provider

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