Innovation

Nominations open for Built by Nature Prize

Deadline: 25-Jan-24 The Built by Nature has announced a global prize to recognise innovation and stimulate scalability in the use of biobased materials such as timber, bamboo, hemp, straw, algae and fungi in construction. The Built by Nature is calling on you to help redefine sustainable … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Built by Nature Prize

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

Deadline: 17-Jun-24 The U.S. Embassy Bratislava 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. PAS Bratislava invites proposals for programs that strengthen societal and cultural … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Slovakia Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program

Public Diplomacy Small Grant Program – Kyrgyzstan

Deadline: 17-Aug-24 The U.S. Embassy Bishkek Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through the Embassy’s Public Diplomacy Small Grant Program. Based on funding availability, projects awarded under this program will … [Read more...] about Public Diplomacy Small Grant Program – Kyrgyzstan

U.S. Embassy in Bulgaria Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program

Deadline: 29-Dec-23 The U.S. Embassy Sofia 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. PDS Sofia invites proposals for programs that bolster the people-to-people ties between … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Bulgaria Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program

Call for Proposals: Strengthening Resilience, Disaster Risk Reduction, and Post-Disaster Recovery – Serbia

Deadline: 5-Dec-23 With the financial support of the European Union and in partnership with the Ministry of Interior (Sector for Emergency Management) and the Ministry of Public Investment, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) announces a call for proposals for small-scale projects … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Strengthening Resilience, Disaster Risk Reduction, and Post-Disaster Recovery – Serbia

Public Diplomacy Grants Program (Samoa)

Deadline: 8-Dec-23 The U.S. Embassy Apia, Samoa Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Grants Program. PDS Samoa invites Statements of Interest (SOI) for projects that seek to do at least one … [Read more...] about Public Diplomacy Grants Program (Samoa)

Call for Applications: 2024 Ashden Awards

Deadline: 25-Jan-24 Applicants are encouraged to apply for the 2024 Ashden Awards. Ashden winners come in all shapes and sizes. They don’t reward the biggest organisations or slickest marketing pitches – they’re looking for passion, potential and commitment to the values. They’ve put winners … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: 2024 Ashden Awards

KIX Call for Proposals to support Teacher Professional Development, Agency & Well-Being

Deadline: 15-Jan-24 The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) and the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) is inviting proposals for applied research projects to generate and mobilize evidence in support of contextualizing and scaling the impact of promising or proven innovative … [Read more...] about KIX Call for Proposals to support Teacher Professional Development, Agency & Well-Being

Creation Funding Program: Youth Empowerment Stream (Canada)

Deadline: 30-Nov-23 The Indigenous Youth Roots is offering grants to support youth-led projects happening in urban, rural and remote communities across Canada. The focus of this stream is to fund new and emerging micro-projects that focus on increasing the resilience, engagement and wellness … [Read more...] about Creation Funding Program: Youth Empowerment Stream (Canada)

Win $50,000 for Your Climate Solution: Enter the 2024 Keeling Curve Prize!

Deadline: 12-Feb-24 The Global Warming Mitigation Project’s flagship program, the Keeling Curve Prize, awards $50,000 annually to each of 10 global projects that demonstrate the ability to reduce, replace, or remove greenhouse gases in the atmosphere and oceans. The Keeling Curve Prize is more … [Read more...] about Win $50,000 for Your Climate Solution: Enter the 2024 Keeling Curve Prize!

Expressions of Interest: Language Technology Program (Canada)

Deadline: 14-Dec-23 The First Peoples’ Cultural Council is seeking expressions of interest for Language Technology Program to provide funding plus equipment and training to support language revitalization using technology. The goal of the First Peoples’ Cultural Council Language Technology … [Read more...] about Expressions of Interest: Language Technology Program (Canada)

Glenmark Nutrition Awards 2024 – India

Deadline: 26-Nov-23 Glenmark Foundation invites applications for the Glenmark Nutrition Awards 2024 to support the NGOs who have worked on the lines of innovation, impact, inspiration and collaboration in improving the dietary diversity among women and children, adolescent girls and vulnerable … [Read more...] about Glenmark Nutrition Awards 2024 – India

USAID’s Local Climate Action Innovation Program – Zambia

Deadline: 3-May-24 The United States Agency for International Development in Zambia (USAID/Zambia) is seeking applications from non-profit and for-profit organizations to participate in USAID’s Local Climate Action Innovation Annual Program Statement (LCAI APS). The Zambia LCAI APS is an … [Read more...] about USAID’s Local Climate Action Innovation Program – Zambia

Call for Applications: Public Diplomacy Grants Program (Sweden)

Deadline: 31-Dec-23 The U.S. Mission Sweden Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Grants Program. Priority Areas Priority Program Areas in Sweden: Security Programs that support or promote regional issues such … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Public Diplomacy Grants Program (Sweden)

Apply for Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program – Czech Republic

Deadline: 15-Jan-24 The U.S. Embassy Prague Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce available funding for projects advancing key strategic goals through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. Purpose of Small Grants The U.S. Embassy Prague … [Read more...] about Apply for Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program – Czech Republic

Minister’s Award for Excellence in Championing Gender Equality – VIVE (Canada)

Deadline: 31-Dec-23 Nominations are now open for the Minister's Award for Excellence in Championing Gender Equality – VIVE to promote gender equality in their lives, workplaces and government. The VIVE Awards were created as a way to highlight and acknowledge New Brunswick individuals that are … [Read more...] about Minister’s Award for Excellence in Championing Gender Equality – VIVE (Canada)

Earth Journalism Network Asia-Pacific Media Grants 2024

Deadline: 3-Dec-23 Applications are now open for the Earth Journalism Network’s Asia-Pacific Media Grants. This round of grants, awarded as part Internews’ Earth Journalism Network’s Asia-Pacific project, aims to boost the quantity and quality of environmental coverage in the region and engage … [Read more...] about Earth Journalism Network Asia-Pacific Media Grants 2024

Call for Proposals: Knowledge and Innovation for Inclusive Early Learning and School Readiness

Deadline: 15-Jan-24 The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) and the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) invite proposals for applied research projects to generate and mobilize evidence in support of contextualizing and scaling the impact of innovative approaches to strengthen … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Knowledge and Innovation for Inclusive Early Learning and School Readiness

WITH Foundation Grant Program – United States

Deadline: 8-Dec-23 WITH Foundation is currently accepting applications to provide financial support to organizations that promote comprehensive healthcare for adults with developmental disabilities. Areas of Support All projects/programs must complement the mission of WITH Foundation. … [Read more...] about WITH Foundation Grant Program – United States

USAID Development Innovation Ventures (DIV) Program

Deadline: 31-Oct-24 The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is inviting applications for the Development Innovation Ventures (DIV) program. Through a year-round grant competition, Development Innovation Ventures (DIV) sources proposals for innovations that address international … [Read more...] about USAID Development Innovation Ventures (DIV) Program

India: Cyber Security Innovation Challenge 2023

Deadline: 19-Nov-23 AP Innovation Society (APIS) is proud to join hands with Andhra Pradesh Technology Services (APTS), National Centre of Excellence (NCoE) - Data Security Council of India (DSCI) and VIT-AP University to unveil the "Cyber Security Innovation Challenge 2023". This … [Read more...] about India: Cyber Security Innovation Challenge 2023

Indigenous Youth Roots Small Project Funding Program – Canada

Deadline: 30-Nov-23 The Indigenous Youth Roots is seeking applications for the Small Project Funding Program to create impactful community change and increase the wellness, resiliency and engagement of Indigenous youth. Projects must be led by 3+ Indigenous youth (ages 15-29) who are … [Read more...] about Indigenous Youth Roots Small Project Funding Program – Canada

Global Citizen Prize: Cisco Youth Leadership Award

Deadline: 15-Dec-23 Applications are now open for the Global Citizen Prize: Cisco Youth Leadership Award to honor an individual aged 18-30 who has contributed meaningfully towards the goal of ending extreme poverty. The Global Citizen Prize: Cisco Youth Leadership Award was established by … [Read more...] about Global Citizen Prize: Cisco Youth Leadership Award

Applications open for Malawi African Girls Can Code Too Program

Deadline: 10-Nov-23 UN Women is seeking applications to engage the services of local NGOs to implement activities across the Outcome in the target districts of Dedza, Zomba, Balaka, Mzimba, Blantyre, Dowa and Lilongwe but starting with a few districts in the first year. The successful partners … [Read more...] about Applications open for Malawi African Girls Can Code Too Program

CalTestBed Laboratory Voucher and Commercialization Development Program – US

Deadline: 22-Nov-23 Apply for the California Testbed Initiative (CalTestBed), a laboratory voucher and commercialization development program for innovators and entrepreneurs working to bring early to mid-stage clean energy concepts to market. It is made possible by a grant from the California … [Read more...] about CalTestBed Laboratory Voucher and Commercialization Development Program – US

SaskCulture announces Small Grant Accessibility Program – Canada

Deadline: 20-Dec-23 The SaskCulture is currently accepting applications for the Small Grant Accessibility Program to support grassroots, unique and innovative cultural initiatives that respond to emergent needs or changes in the cultural sector, and create access and pathway for first-time and … [Read more...] about SaskCulture announces Small Grant Accessibility Program – Canada

Call for Proposals for a Synthesis Essay

Deadline: 12-Dec-23 The Nordic Programme on Sustainable Urban Development and Smart Cities is issuing a call for proposals for a synthesis essay that describes the main results of its four projects. The Nordic Programme on Sustainable Urban Development and Smart Cities is a collaborative … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals for a Synthesis Essay

National Science Week Grants 2024 (Australia)

Deadline: 11-Dec-23 The National Science Week Grants 2024 provide individuals and organisations with up to $20,000 to support the delivery of science engagement activities during National Science Week 2024, Australia’s major national celebration of science. National Science Week is Australia’s … [Read more...] about National Science Week Grants 2024 (Australia)

Launchpad: Digital Technologies, North East England – R1 CR&D (UK)

Deadline: 13-Dec-23 UK registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £1 million for business led projects that grow activities in the digital technologies cluster in North East England - Round 1 Collaborative Research and Development (CR&D). Innovate UK, part of UK Research and … [Read more...] about Launchpad: Digital Technologies, North East England – R1 CR&D (UK)

Launchpad: Life & Health Sciences, Northern Ireland – R1 CR&D (UK)

Deadline: 13-Dec-23 UK registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £1 million for business led projects that grow activities in the life and health sciences innovation cluster in Northern Ireland - Round 1 Collaborative Research and Development (CR&D). Innovate UK, part of UK … [Read more...] about Launchpad: Life & Health Sciences, Northern Ireland – R1 CR&D (UK)

UNDEF Project Grants to strengthen the Voice of Civil Society

Deadline: 30-Nov-23 Civil society organizations around the globe are invited to apply for grants up to US$ 200,000 for 2-year projects that increase civic space, empower civil society, promote human rights, and encourage the participation of all groups in democratic processes. The large … [Read more...] about UNDEF Project Grants to strengthen the Voice of Civil Society

Launchpad: Net Zero Industry, South West Wales – R1 CR&D (UK)

Deadline: 13-Dec-23 UK registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £1 million for projects that grow activities in the net zero industrial cluster in South West Wales - Round 1 Collaborative Research and Development (CR&D). Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation, is to … [Read more...] about Launchpad: Net Zero Industry, South West Wales – R1 CR&D (UK)

Nominations open for ALERT Being Award (7th Edition) – India

Deadline: 20-Dec-23 Nominations are open for the ALERT Being Award, an award for humanity, to recognise the Good Samaritans. The ALERT Being Award is not only a recognition of humanity in times of medical emergencies but it also is a platform to put the spotlight on any act of kindness and … [Read more...] about Nominations open for ALERT Being Award (7th Edition) – India

Public Call for Innovative Solutions for Green Transition (Serbia)

Deadline: 24-Nov-23 The Public Call for innovative solutions for green transition is opened within the project "EU for Green Agenda in Serbia", which, with the technical and financial support of the European Union and a partnership with the Ministry of Environmental Protection, is implemented by … [Read more...] about Public Call for Innovative Solutions for Green Transition (Serbia)

Transport Research and Innovation Grants (United Kingdom)

Deadline: 27-Nov-2023 The Government has announced the latest round of Transport Research and Innovation Grants (TRIG) to champion innovation in the transport sector. The grants, which are funded by the Department for Transport and delivered by Connected Places Catapult, will be awarded to … [Read more...] about Transport Research and Innovation Grants (United Kingdom)

Call for Project Proposals: Climate Fund (South Africa)

Deadline: 27-Nov-23 The German Missions to South Africa, Lesotho and Eswatini is seeking applications for the Climate Fund to support projects in the areas of climate change mitigation, adaptation and biodiversity. The German Foreign Office’s Climate Fund aims at supporting projects which … [Read more...] about Call for Project Proposals: Climate Fund (South Africa)

UJC Social Justice Accelerator Program in the US

Deadline: 7-Dec-23 The Urban Justice Center (UJC) is looking for social justice pioneers for the second cohort of the Social Justice Accelerator (SJA) to shepherd new and early-stage social justice organizations through the challenges of developing a well-functioning and high-impact … [Read more...] about UJC Social Justice Accelerator Program in the US

JRCT Sustainable Future Programme in the United Kingdom

Deadline: 3-Nov-23 Applications are now open for the Sustainable Future Programme that focuses on developing and promoting sustainable, low-carbon alternatives to the current consumerist and growth-based paradigm. As the changes to grantmaking over the next 12 months are designed to reduce … [Read more...] about JRCT Sustainable Future Programme in the United Kingdom

Smart Data Discovery Challenge (United Kingdom)

Deadline: 8-Dec-23 The Department for Business & Trade, Challenge Works, the Open Data Institute (ODI) and Smart Data Foundry are calling on individuals, innovators, entrepreneurs, academia and civil society to join in identifying innovative ways in which Smart Data could make a difference … [Read more...] about Smart Data Discovery Challenge (United Kingdom)

WSA Young Innovators Award

Deadline: 10-Nov-23 Applications are open for the WSA Young Innovators Award, a special recognition for young people under 26 years of age, using ICTs to take action on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). WSA Categories Government & Citizen Engagement … [Read more...] about WSA Young Innovators Award

Call for Applications: Regenerative Fund for Nature

Deadline: 12-Nov-23 The Regenerative Fund for Nature invites project applications related to four raw material supply chains: Cotton, leather (bovine, caprine, ovine), cashmere and wool. The Regenerative Fund for Nature is established by Conservation International and global Luxury group … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Regenerative Fund for Nature

Violence Against Women Prevention Grant Program – Canada

Deadline: 3-Nov-23 The Prince Edward Island is inviting applications for the Violence Against Women Prevention Grant Program. The Interministerial Women's Secretariat works with community organizations to develop projects, programs and services that benefit women in Prince Edward Island. This … [Read more...] about Violence Against Women Prevention Grant Program – Canada

Call for Expression of Interest: APAC Sustainability Seed Fund 2.0

Deadline: 15-Dec-23 AVPN is currently accepting expressions of interest for APAC Sustainability Seed Fund 2.0 to scale up innovative technologies-led solutions in addressing climate change and sustainability issues in Asia Pacific Region. APAC Sustainability Seed Fund 2.0 is a USD 5 Million … [Read more...] about Call for Expression of Interest: APAC Sustainability Seed Fund 2.0

Aspire Coronation Trust Foundation Grant Program in Africa

Deadline: 10-Nov-23 The Aspire Coronation Trust Foundation is seeking applications for its grant program to support local, national and regional non-profit and social enterprise organizations working to address challenges and related vulnerabilities across Africa. The ACT Foundation supports … [Read more...] about Aspire Coronation Trust Foundation Grant Program in Africa

Canada-UK: Plant-based Protein Innovation

Deadline: 1-Nov-23 UK registered organisations, in collaboration with Canadian organisations, can apply for a share of up to £6.5 million for collaborative research and development projects, resulting in innovative solutions for the plant-based protein sector. Innovate UK, part of UK Research … [Read more...] about Canada-UK: Plant-based Protein Innovation

Request for Proposals: Digital Innovations to address Gaps at Primary Healthcare Level (India)

Deadline: 19-Nov-23 The India Health Fund is calling for proposals for cutting-edge digital health innovations aimed at addressing crucial gaps within primary healthcare. The central mission is to identify and support pioneering solutions that can dramatically improve access to high-quality … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Digital Innovations to address Gaps at Primary Healthcare Level (India)

Grants for NGOs to implement Activities for the Malawi Girls Can Code TOO

Deadline: 3-Nov-23 UN Women in Malawi is offering grant to Non-Governmental Organizations based in Malawi to support implementation of The Malawi Girls Can Code Project to reduce the digital gender divide and economically empower girls and young women through increased digital access and … [Read more...] about Grants for NGOs to implement Activities for the Malawi Girls Can Code TOO

Direct Aid Program 2023-24 (India)

Deadline: 17-Nov-23 The Australian Consulate-General in Kolkata is inviting applications for its Direct Aid Program to support projects that have a strong development focus, contribute to poverty reduction, and strengthen communities in India. The Direct Aid Program (DAP) is a small grants … [Read more...] about Direct Aid Program 2023-24 (India)

Call for Solutions: Cure Xchange Challenge – Health AI for Good (US)

Deadline: 30-Oct-23 How can everyone responsibly and equitably use AI in health to accelerate basic research, diagnose conditions, develop novel treatments, predict and prevent disease, and lead to better health outcomes and cures? MIT Solve is accepting solutions for the Cure Xchange Challenge - … [Read more...] about Call for Solutions: Cure Xchange Challenge – Health AI for Good (US)

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