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BIRAC launches Pace Scheme to develop Technology/Product (India)

Deadline: 20-Jan-24 To encourage/support academia to develop technology/product (up to PoC stage) of societal/national importance and its subsequent validation by an industrial partner, BIRAC has launched PACE (Promoting Academic Research Conversion to Enterprise). Biotechnological research … [Read more...] about BIRAC launches Pace Scheme to develop Technology/Product (India)

BIRAC invites Proposals under BIPP Scheme (India)

Deadline: 20-Jan-24 The Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) is inviting proposals for the BIPP Scheme. The Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC), a Public Sector Undertaking, of Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, … [Read more...] about BIRAC invites Proposals under BIPP Scheme (India)

Applications open for Community Vitality Grant Program (Canada)

Deadline: 23-Jan-24 The London Community Foundation is accepting applications for the Community Vitality Grant Program to support innovative projects seeking to improve the quality of life for the region’s citizens. Proposals are especially encouraged that represent true partnerships, … [Read more...] about Applications open for Community Vitality Grant Program (Canada)

Request for Applications: Education Competitive Grants Program (US)

Deadline: 5-Mar-24 The National Institute of Food and Agriculture requests applications for the Alaska Native-Serving and Native Hawaiian-Serving Institutions Education Competitive Grants Program (ANNH) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 to promote and strengthen the ability of Alaska Native-Serving … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Education Competitive Grants Program (US)

Call for Proposals: Strengthening the role of Key Populations to improve Health and Wellbeing

Deadline: 24-Jan-24 L’Initiative, a funding mechanism implemented by Expertise France, has announced a call for proposals to strengthen the role of key populations in relation to HIV, tuberculosis and malaria to improve health and wellbeing. This call (23-2024-INIT-APR-02) focuses on … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Strengthening the role of Key Populations to improve Health and Wellbeing

Call for Proposals: African Development Fund CAW Adaptation Sub-window

Deadline: 2-Feb-24 The African Development Bank Group has announced a call for proposals under Climate Action Window (CAW) for the Adaptation Sub-Window. Projects to be financed by the first CFPs of the Adaptation Sub-Window of the CAW must be Paris aligned, that is support the goal of the … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: African Development Fund CAW Adaptation Sub-window

Scaling Readiness Program – Future Forward 2023

Deadline: 15-Dec-23 Apply for the Scaling Readiness Program to capacity develop 10 social entrepreneurs working across Central and Eastern Europe countries to scale their innovations focused on ensuring a more just and sustainable twin transition (green/digital) with special focus on empowering … [Read more...] about Scaling Readiness Program – Future Forward 2023

Request for Proposals: Socio-economic, Climate and Environmental aspects of Paludiculture

Deadline: 22-Feb-24 The European Commission (EC) is inviting proposals for Socio-economic, Climate and Environmental aspects of Paludiculture under Horizon Europe Framework Programme. Scope Proposals should: Take stock of the main socio-economic variables relevant for the paludiculture … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Socio-economic, Climate and Environmental aspects of Paludiculture

Call for Proposals: Community-Based Adaptation Projects (Bhutan)

Deadline: 8-Jan-24 The GEF-Small Grants Programme, implemented by UNDP in partnership with the Royal Government of Bhutan, would like to announce its call for proposals for 2023 inviting civil society organizations and community-based organizations to submit innovative and inclusive project … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Community-Based Adaptation Projects (Bhutan)

Call for Applications: Southeast Asia Spark Fund (Round 1) – Thailand

Deadline: 31-Dec-23 The Global Fund for Children is excited to launch the first round of Southeast Asia Spark Fund for organizations in Thailand. They are looking for applications from youth-led groups or organizations in Thailand that work towards climate change and related environmental … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Southeast Asia Spark Fund (Round 1) – Thailand

Up to $200,000 Grant from U.S. Govt. for Partnerships and Knowledge Development

Deadline: 28-Mar-24 The U.S. Mission to South Africa Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce its Annual Program Statement (APS) for Fiscal Year 2024. Program Objectives Successful proposals will align with the strategic priorities of the U.S. … [Read more...] about Up to $200,000 Grant from U.S. Govt. for Partnerships and Knowledge Development

U.S. Embassy Grants to support Human Rights and foster Diversity in Argentina

Deadline: 5-Jan-24 The U.S. Embassy in Argentina Public Affairs Section (PAS) announces an open competition for Argentine non-government, not-for profit institutions or organizations to submit applications to administer the U.S. Embassy’s Grants Fund in Argentina. The United States Department … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Grants to support Human Rights and foster Diversity in Argentina

Climate Action and Public Participation Program – Portugal

Deadline: 5-Feb-24 The Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation has created a credit facility for projects that promote public participation in climate action, aimed at municipalities and non-governmental organisations with the experience and ability to test new approaches that encourage participation in … [Read more...] about Climate Action and Public Participation Program – Portugal

RFPs: Accelerating Catalyzing Solutions for Climate Change’s Impact on Agriculture in India

Deadline: 31-Jan-24 The Grand Challenges India has announced a call on "Accelerating Catalyzing Solutions for Climate Change's Impact on Agriculture in India" a program directed at addressing challenges in the agri-food system in the context of climate variability and change. Corresponding … [Read more...] about RFPs: Accelerating Catalyzing Solutions for Climate Change’s Impact on Agriculture in India

Request for Proposals: Accelerating Catalyzing Solutions for Climate Change’s Impact on Health in India

Deadline: 31-Jan-24 Grand Challenges India (GCI) under the ambit of DBT-Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) are launching a program on ‘Accelerating Catalyzing Solutions for Climate Change’s Impact on Health in India’. Climate … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Accelerating Catalyzing Solutions for Climate Change’s Impact on Health in India

Request for Proposals to Address Climate Change Impact on Health, Women’s Lives, and Agriculture

Deadline: 31-Jan-24 Grand Challenges (GC) partners including GC Africa (Science for Africa Foundation), GC Brazil (Ministry of Health of Brazil), GC Ethiopia (Armauer Hansen Research Institute (AHRI)), GC India (Department of Biotechnology of India), and GC Rwanda (National Council for Science … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals to Address Climate Change Impact on Health, Women’s Lives, and Agriculture

Up to USD $100,000 Grant for Advancing Solutions for Climate Change Impact on Health – Ethiopia

Deadline: 31-Jan-24 Grand Challenges (GC) partners including GC Ethiopia (Armauer Hansen Research Institute(AHRI), GC Africa (pan-African), GC Brazil (Ministry of Health of Brazil), GC India (Department of Biotechnology of India), and GC Rwanda (National Council for Science and Technology), along … [Read more...] about Up to USD $100,000 Grant for Advancing Solutions for Climate Change Impact on Health – Ethiopia

Call for Startups and SMEs to address SDGs: Zero Hunger | Quality Education | Peace | Justice and more….

Deadline: 20-Dec-23 Does your startup or established business address pressing global challenges with the potential to make a difference in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), specifically SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions? If so, then apply for the IC Award for … [Read more...] about Call for Startups and SMEs to address SDGs: Zero Hunger | Quality Education | Peace | Justice and more….

Call for Proposals: Wehubit Programme to support Projects using Digital Technologies

Deadline: 5-Jan-24 Applications are now open for the Wehubit Programme to increase the use of and access to digital solutions as a vehicle for accelerating inclusive and sustainable development, reducing inequalities and empowering people in the partner countries of the Belgian development … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Wehubit Programme to support Projects using Digital Technologies

Global call for Research Concept Notes: Climate-Smart Livestock Systems (Africa)

Deadline: 25-Jan-24 The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and Canada’s International Development Research Centre (IDRC) are investing an initial CAD13.5 million to lead, through IDRC, a fund for climate-smart livestock systems (CSLS) in … [Read more...] about Global call for Research Concept Notes: Climate-Smart Livestock Systems (Africa)

Calls for Projects on Harnessing Emerging Technologies for Sustainable Development

Deadline: 16-Feb-24 The United States Embassy in Zimbabwe announces an open competition for creative, sustainable and engaging projects that foster open and transparent dialogues on how emerging technologies can support Zimbabwe’s development and international partnerships. The programs should … [Read more...] about Calls for Projects on Harnessing Emerging Technologies for Sustainable Development

Knowledge Management Grants for NGOs in India

Deadline: 20-Dec-23 The Energy and Resources Institute (National Host Institution) is inviting organizations to submit proposals for Knowledge Management Grant under the Seventh Operational Phase of UNDP - GEF Small Grants Programme in India. The Seventh Operational Phase of the GEF Small … [Read more...] about Knowledge Management Grants for NGOs in India

Crazy 8 Initiative Program on Childhood Cancer Predisposition

Deadline: 8-Jan-24 The Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation is seeking applications for its Crazy 8 Initiative to change the trajectory of pediatric oncology. In 2024, ALSF Crazy 8 Initiative will focus on Childhood Cancer Predisposition and Prevention. The focus must be on pediatric/adolescent … [Read more...] about Crazy 8 Initiative Program on Childhood Cancer Predisposition

USAID’s Targeting the Learning Crisis – Uganda

Deadline: 15-Jan-24 The United States Agency for International Development in Uganda (USAID/Uganda) is seeking applications from non-profit and for-profit organizations to participate in USAID’s Targeting the Learning Crisis (TLC) Annual Program Statement (APS). The Uganda TLC APS is an … [Read more...] about USAID’s Targeting the Learning Crisis – Uganda

U.S. Mission to Indonesia Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program

Deadline: 30-Jun-24 The U.S. Embassy Jakarta Public Affairs Section (PAS) 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 U.S. Embassy’s Public Affairs Section (PAS) in Jakarta … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Indonesia Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program

RFPs: Fundamental and Innovative Research in Cachexia Tuberculosis in India

Deadline: 3-Jan-24 Under Grand Challenges India (GCI) announces a request for proposals on ‘Fundamental and innovative research in Cachexia Tuberculosis to address the needs and gaps in India’ a program directed to encourage basic research studies aiming to improve knowledge in the field and … [Read more...] about RFPs: Fundamental and Innovative Research in Cachexia Tuberculosis in India

StandwithHer: Rapid-response Grant to support Women’s Rights Organizations

Deadline: 3-Dec-23 During this 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, the African Union and Oxfam are teaming up to launch the "Stand with Her" grant to support women's rights organizations in Africa who are leading impactful campaigns to end Gender-based violence (GBV). The … [Read more...] about StandwithHer: Rapid-response Grant to support Women’s Rights Organizations

Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program – Singapore

Deadline: 31-Jan-24 The U.S. Embassy Singapore 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. Each year, U.S. Embassy Singapore awards a limited number of grants and cooperative … [Read more...] about Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program – Singapore

Applications open for Impact Catalyst Fund

Deadline: 19-Jan-24 The United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) has announced the Impact Catalyst Fund (‘ICF’) to support high-quality impact evaluations in priority thematic areas of the UNICEF Strategic Plan 2022–2025. The second ICF call for proposals in 2023 focuses … [Read more...] about Applications open for Impact Catalyst Fund

Shiv Nadar Foundation Quiet Innovators Program – India

Deadline: 12-Dec-23 If your innovation has the power to change lives, then apply now for the Quiet Innovators Program. Quiet Innovators by Shiv Nadar Foundation and campaign partner The Better India is a contest dedicated to highlighting the efforts of India’s brilliant innovators in the … [Read more...] about Shiv Nadar Foundation Quiet Innovators Program – India

Re-Imagine Downtown Activation Grant (Canada)

Deadline: 15-Dec-23 The Re-Imagine Downtown Activation Grant is providing limited financial support for businesses, entrepreneurs, organizations, and community-minded individuals to implement initiatives, events, and/or programs that activate the Downtown district. The program has a particular … [Read more...] about Re-Imagine Downtown Activation Grant (Canada)

Call for Nominations: Charity Governance Awards (United Kingdom)

Deadline: 6-Feb-24 Nominations are now open for the Charity Governance Awards, an exciting not-for-profit initiative created to celebrate outstanding governance and trusteeship in charities across the UK, allowing large and small not-for-profit organisations to inspire and learn from one … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: Charity Governance Awards (United Kingdom)

Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative (United States)

Deadline: 15-Feb-24 The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is currently accepting applications for the Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative (OREI). The Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative (OREI) seeks to solve critical organic agricultural … [Read more...] about Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative (United States)

EC Invites Proposals for Land Use Change & Climate Projects

Deadline: 22-Feb-24 The European Commission (EC) is inviting applications for the Land use Change and Local/Regional Climate under Horizon Europe Framework Programme. Scope The conservation and enhancement of Earth’s natural terrestrial carbon sinks such as soils and plants in forests, on … [Read more...] about EC Invites Proposals for Land Use Change & Climate Projects

Call for Applications: ReThink.CEE Fellowship (7th Edition)

Deadline: 14-Jan-24 The German Marshall Fund of the United States is excited to announce its call for applications for the seventh edition of the ReThink.CEE Fellowship. This prestigious fellowship supports next-generation policy experts and civil society practitioners who will shape the … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: ReThink.CEE Fellowship (7th Edition)

City of Toronto’s Main Street Innovation Fund – Canada

Deadline: 14-Dec-23 The City of Toronto’s Main Street Innovation Fund is providing grants for innovative and creative solutions to Toronto’s main street business challenges. The mandate is to support local business communities’ recovery and rebuild through innovative activations, creative … [Read more...] about City of Toronto’s Main Street Innovation Fund – Canada

Nominations open for 2024 Community Business Awards

Deadline: 26-Jan-24 Showcase your leadership, engage your leaders and teams across the region and seize the opportunity to be recognised for the great work you are doing. Nominations for the 2024 Community Business Awards are now open. The Community Business Awards celebrate the achievements … [Read more...] about Nominations open for 2024 Community Business Awards

Sustainable Development Goals Funding Program (Contributions Stream) – Canada

Deadline: 12-Jan-24 The Employment and Social Development Canada has announced a funding opportunity to support the federal government’s implementation of the 2030 Agenda by strengthening partnerships and engagement with Canadians. In 2015, Canada and all other United Nations Member States, … [Read more...] about Sustainable Development Goals Funding Program (Contributions Stream) – Canada

Up to $75,000 available for Organizations and Individuals in Thailand

Deadline: 7-Feb-24 The U.S. Embassy Bangkok Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations or individuals to submit a statement of interest (SOI) or concept note to carry out program(s) funded by the U.S. Embassy Bangkok. Priority Program … [Read more...] about Up to $75,000 available for Organizations and Individuals in Thailand

Ireland: Social Innovation Growth and Scaling Fund

Deadline: 11-Jan-24 Rethink Ireland has launched the Social Innovation Growth and Scaling Fund – Strand 1 under the Entrepreneurship Impact Fund to support mid-stage and mature social innovations to achieve higher levels of impact by scaling their innovations and reaching the next stage of … [Read more...] about Ireland: Social Innovation Growth and Scaling Fund

ARSINOE launches 2nd Open Tenders for Innovations

Deadline: 8-Jan-24 ARSINOE is thrilled to announce the launch of the 2nd Open Tenders for Innovations. If you are working on cutting-edge solutions for climate adaptation, this is your chance to make a real impact. In the second Open Tender, ARSINOE is looking for innovations that address the … [Read more...] about ARSINOE launches 2nd Open Tenders for Innovations

Energy Innovation Program: Smart Grid Regulatory Innovation Capacity Building (Canada)

Deadline: 31-Jan-24 The Regulatory Innovation Capacity Building under the Smart Grid is seeking applications to support innovation in the economic regulation of Canada’s electricity systems. This will be accomplished by funding projects that are related to regulatory experimentation, … [Read more...] about Energy Innovation Program: Smart Grid Regulatory Innovation Capacity Building (Canada)

Call for Proposals: Search and Rescue New Initiatives Fund (Canada)

Deadline: 24-Jan-24 The Public Safety Canada is accepting applications for the Search and Rescue New Initiatives Fund (SAR NIF) to enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, economy, and innovation of search and rescue activities as they relate to the response and prevention objectives of search and … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Search and Rescue New Initiatives Fund (Canada)

Request for Proposals: Aquacerta Challenge

Deadline: 31-Dec-23 The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), through its innovation laboratory, IDB Lab, in coordination with the IDB Water and Sanitation Division and in partnership with the members of Source of Innovation seeks to advance solutions and innovations from the private sector that … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Aquacerta Challenge

Call for Applications: Australia-ASEAN Council Grants

Deadline: 17-Dec-23 The Australia-ASEAN Council (AAC) is seeking applications for its 2023-24 grants round with an aim to build people-to-people, institutional and business connections between Australia and Southeast Asia. The Australia-ASEAN Council (AAC) seeks to strengthen the … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Australia-ASEAN Council Grants

Applications open for Amazonia Forever Program (2nd Round)

Deadline: 15-Feb-24 The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), through its innovation laboratory, IDB Lab, and in partnership with Green Climate Fund (GCF) seeks to support overcome technical, financial and knowledge barriers faced by innovative bio-businesses in the Amazon Basin capable of … [Read more...] about Applications open for Amazonia Forever Program (2nd Round)

Call for Proposals: BlueTech for Waste Initiative

Deadline: 31-Dec-23 The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), through its innovation laboratory, IDB Lab, and in collaboration with the Global Environment Facility (GEF) seeks to support innovative solutions that contribute to the sound management of hazardous Chemicals and Waste (C&W) to … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: BlueTech for Waste Initiative

Agricultural Methane Reduction Challenge – Canada

Deadline: 7-Feb-24 Submissions are now open for the Agricultural Methane Reduction Challenge to advance innovative, scalable and economically viable practices, processes and technologies that contribute to the net reduction of enteric methane emissions from the cattle sector. Challenge … [Read more...] about Agricultural Methane Reduction Challenge – Canada

Epidemic Science Leadership and Innovation Networks Initiative (Africa)

Deadline: 31-Jan-24 The Science for Africa Foundation invites applications for innovative research initiatives in epidemic and pandemic research, preparedness and response. They emphasise that they are looking for visionary consortia which will develop their own programmes of relevant research … [Read more...] about Epidemic Science Leadership and Innovation Networks Initiative (Africa)

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