Innovation

Africa Mradi Innovation Tech Challenge – Kenya

Deadline: 10-Jun-23 Do you have tech solutions that can solve real-life challenges? Are you an entrepreneur, a software developer, a student or a start-up? You are invited to apply and get a chance to pitch your idea at the Mozilla Innovation Challenge. Mozilla in partnership with Nairobi City … [Read more...] about Africa Mradi Innovation Tech Challenge – Kenya

The D4GX 2023 India Empowerment Challenge

Deadline: 26-Jun-23 Dasra, in partnership with Bloomberg, Societal Thinking, and Stanford PACS are hosting a series of events under the Data for Good Exchange (D4GX) 2023 India with the aim of enabling data agencies for India's most vulnerable communities. The pandemic has sparked a heightened … [Read more...] about The D4GX 2023 India Empowerment Challenge

Funding Competition: Design Foundations Round 2- Net Zero Living (UK)

Deadline: 26-Jul-23 UK registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £4 million for people-centred and system-aware design projects across a range of themes and innovation areas to influence their future R&D activity. The aim of this competition is to help businesses use … [Read more...] about Funding Competition: Design Foundations Round 2- Net Zero Living (UK)

Agribusiness Innovation Challenge in Nigeria

Deadline: 16-Jun-23 GAIN is seeking proposals from an Innovation Hub or Enterprise Support Organisation to co-implement an innovation challenge focused on identifying climate and food safety tech-driven solutions to supply chain efficiency in Nigeria. The agricultural sector remains the … [Read more...] about Agribusiness Innovation Challenge in Nigeria

Canada: Gwaii Trust Society’s Community Innovation Grant Program

Deadline: 1-Sep-23 The Gwaii Trust Society is accepting applications for the Community Innovation Grant Program. The purpose of this grant is to fund innovative small projects that will contribute to enhancing the overall wellbeing of islanders, their communities, and Haida Gwaii. While a wide … [Read more...] about Canada: Gwaii Trust Society’s Community Innovation Grant Program

Applications Open for ARM Labs Innovation Program – Nigeria

Deadline: 15-Jun-23 The Asset & Resource Management Holding Company Limited has launched the ARM Labs Innovation Program to support early-stage Nigerian startups or aspiring entrepreneurs in refining their business ideas, developing their products or services, and preparing them for … [Read more...] about Applications Open for ARM Labs Innovation Program – Nigeria

Program to Foster Entrepreneurship in Arts and Creative Industries – Ukraine

Deadline: 31-Jul-23 The U.S. Embassy in Ukraine of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for Ukrainian and U.S. registered non-profit, non-governmental organizations to submit applications to carry out a program to foster entrepreneurship in arts and creative … [Read more...] about Program to Foster Entrepreneurship in Arts and Creative Industries – Ukraine

J R McKenzie Trust’s Grants Programme – New Zealand

Deadline: 30-Jun-23 The J R McKenzie Trust’s Grants Programme is now open for applications to create a socially just and inclusive Aotearoa New Zealand. Types of Grants Quick Response Grants The Quick Response grants provide support up to $30,000 to help you give life to your mahi. … [Read more...] about J R McKenzie Trust’s Grants Programme – New Zealand

EC: Implementing Co-Funded Action Plans for Connected Regional Innovation Valleys

Deadline: 17-Oct-23 The European Commission (EC) is offering grants to support the implementation of co-funded action plans for connected regional innovation valleys under the Horizon Europe Framework Programme (HORIZON). Scope The aim of this topic is to foster the creation of efficient, … [Read more...] about EC: Implementing Co-Funded Action Plans for Connected Regional Innovation Valleys

GBC-Education’s Big Ideas, Bright Cities Challenge (US)

Deadline: 21-Jul-23 The Global Business Coalition for Education is excited to launch its second call for the Big Ideas, Bright Cities Challenge. This is a call to action for city leaders, youth-serving organizations, higher education institutions, and businesses to come together to develop … [Read more...] about GBC-Education’s Big Ideas, Bright Cities Challenge (US)

Nominations Open for GEO SDG Awards Program

Deadline: 2-Jul-23 Nominations are now open for the Group on Earth Observations Sustainable Development Goals (GEO SDG) Awards that recognizes the productivity, innovation, novelty, and exemplary efforts in the use of Earth observations to support sustainable development. The 2030 Agenda for … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for GEO SDG Awards Program

Tanzania: Funguo Innovation Programme (2 Round)

Deadline: 30-Jun-23 FUNGUO invites applications from registered entities that can offer innovative and scalable solutions addressing one or more of the challenges hindering the advancement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Funguo Innovation Programme (also simply referred to as … [Read more...] about Tanzania: Funguo Innovation Programme (2 Round)

Call for Innovative Ideas: WEkEO Hackathon Program

Deadline: 21-Jun-23 Applications are now open for the WEkEO Hackathon to support creative and data-skilled people in conceiving tools to improve climate resilience and positively impact our environment. During the hackathon, teams will be able to unlock all the WEkEO platform features to … [Read more...] about Call for Innovative Ideas: WEkEO Hackathon Program

Australia: Innovation in Aged Care International Fellowship

Deadline: 23-Jun-23 The Hugh D.T. Williamson Foundation and the International Specialised Skills Institute (ISS Institute) are offering three (3) international applied research Fellowships in the amount of $10,000 each. The 2023 Innovation in Aged Care International Fellowship is seeking … [Read more...] about Australia: Innovation in Aged Care International Fellowship

VET Sustainability Fellowship for Vocational Education & Training – Australia

Deadline: 18-Jun-23 The International Specialised Skills Institute (ISS Institute) is seeking applications for the Australian VET Sustainability Fellowship Program for vocational education and training. The VDC works in partnership with the International Specialised Skills Institute by funding … [Read more...] about VET Sustainability Fellowship for Vocational Education & Training – Australia

2023 UN WFF Startup Innovation Awards

Deadline: 15-Jun-23 The World Food Forum is pleased to announce a call for applications for the Startup Innovation Awards to support and showcase innovators and entrepreneurs who are harnessing the power of technology to drive the sustainable transformation of agrifood systems in support of … [Read more...] about 2023 UN WFF Startup Innovation Awards

Global EbA Fund to support Catalytic Projects

Deadline: 15-Sep-23 The Global EbA Fund is pleased to announce a call for applications to support catalytic projects that help people adapt to the adverse effects of climate change. Strategic Objectives of the Fund have been defined as follows: Strategic Objective 1: To build awareness and … [Read more...] about Global EbA Fund to support Catalytic Projects

Nominations Open: Africa Young Innovators for Health Award

Deadline: 31-Jul-23 International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Associations (IFPMA) has launched the Africa Young Innovators for Health Award. The Africa Young Innovators for Health Award is the International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Associations (IFPMA) … [Read more...] about Nominations Open: Africa Young Innovators for Health Award

Galp Startup the Future – International Innovation Challenges

Deadline: 10-Sep-23 Galp is looking for impactful startups with innovative solutions that will help change the energy landscape. In this second iteration of the Startup the Future Open Innovation Program, Galp will offer a unique chance for chosen startups to collaborate with Galp and … [Read more...] about Galp Startup the Future – International Innovation Challenges

GHAIN MENA: Call for Proposals for Research Projects

Deadline: 31-Jul-23 The Global Health Artificial Intelligence Network in the Middle East and North Africa region (GHAIN MENA) is launching an open call for proposals for research projects submissions from institutions/ individuals in the MENA region. The Global Health Artificial Intelligence … [Read more...] about GHAIN MENA: Call for Proposals for Research Projects

Canada: Up to $100,000 available under Youth Innovations Test Grant Program

Deadline: 23-Aug-23 Applications are now open for the Youth Innovations Test Grant Program to support youth-led and youth-adult partnerships to research important issues, explore different approaches, and test new ideas. The Youth Innovations grant stream is rooted in youth leadership and … [Read more...] about Canada: Up to $100,000 available under Youth Innovations Test Grant Program

Youth Innovations Scale Grant Program in Canada

Deadline: 23-Aug-23 Are you a youth-led grassroots group or a youth-adult partnership with over two years of experience delivering a community project? Apply for a Youth Innovations Scale grant to: Enhance your existing project to create a deeper impact, or Expand your project to reach … [Read more...] about Youth Innovations Scale Grant Program in Canada

Family Innovations Test Grant Program in Canada

Deadline: 23-Aug-23 Eligible groups can apply for a Family Innovations Test grant to support a project designed to help other parents, guardians and caregivers in your community in one of three areas: Try out a new idea that has the potential to make a positive impact on the wellbeing of … [Read more...] about Family Innovations Test Grant Program in Canada

Family Innovations Scale Grant Program in Canada

Deadline: 23-Aug-23 The Ontario Trillium Foundation is excited to launch a call for applications for the Family Innovations Scale Grant Program to support parent-, guardian- or caregiver-led grassroots groups to expand their reach and enhance their impact on parents, guardians and … [Read more...] about Family Innovations Scale Grant Program in Canada

Call for Projects: Research and Innovation Bridges in Mauritius

Deadline: 30-Jun-23 Under the Research and Innovation Bridges (RIB), a local company in partnership with an international company/Research institution can submit applications for innovative, collaborative research and development projects with commercial potential. The Research and Innovation … [Read more...] about Call for Projects: Research and Innovation Bridges in Mauritius

Africa Earth Observation Challenge – Apply Now!

Deadline: 30-Jun-23 Does your early-stage start up or project use earth observation data in its tech solution? Do you need access to funding, training and earth observation data to level up your start-up? If yes ,then apply for Africa Earth Observation (AEO) Challenge. The Africa Earth … [Read more...] about Africa Earth Observation Challenge – Apply Now!

GYCAF Microgrants 2023 to finance Youth-led Climate Action

Deadline: 16-Jun-23 Applications are now open for the GYCAF Microgrants to finance youth-led climate action in communities vulnerable to the effects of climate change. GYCAF envisions a world where young people are given the resources to pursue green entrepreneurship and create a green economy … [Read more...] about GYCAF Microgrants 2023 to finance Youth-led Climate Action

Request for Applications: Pacific Agri-MSME Digital Innovation Challenge

Deadline: 12-Jun-23 UNCDF has launched the Pacific Agri-MSME Digital Innovation Challenge that supports the development and expansion of agribusiness models and solutions. The goal is to support the development and growth of digital agribusiness models and solutions to alleviate financial and … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Pacific Agri-MSME Digital Innovation Challenge

Canada: The Green Pursuit – A Sustainability & Innovation Challenge

Deadline: 17-Jun-23 Canadian agri-tech/food-tech/sustainability-tech startups are invited to submit an application to have a chance to pitch/demo their business or technology to win a $45,000 first-place cash price, $5,000 runner-up cash prize, and/or free Access Membership to Bioenterprise for a … [Read more...] about Canada: The Green Pursuit – A Sustainability & Innovation Challenge

Voices for Just Climate Action Programme: Call for Creative Partners (Africa)

Deadline: 14-Jun-23 Akina Mama wa Afrika (AMwA) under the auspices of the Voices for Climate Action (VCA) programme welcomes proposals from African based feminist creative organizations, collectives, and coalitions to partner in developing innovative advocacy knowledge products and … [Read more...] about Voices for Just Climate Action Programme: Call for Creative Partners (Africa)

Rootcamp Acceleration Program for Early Stage Startups

Deadline: 1-Aug-23 Applications are now open for the Rootcamp Acceleration Program to help world´s most innovative agtech & bioeconomy startups to scale. RootCamp supports AgTech & Bioeconomy startup founders in laying the foundation for long-term success and scaling your businesses … [Read more...] about Rootcamp Acceleration Program for Early Stage Startups

MSA Innovation Challenge 2023

Deadline: 21-Jul-23 MSA’s inaugural Innovation Challenge 2023 is awarding up to $2,000,000 in total prizes for ideas that identify areas where a pull mechanism would help spur innovation in biosecurity, pandemic preparedness, and climate change, and for teams to design that incentive mechanism … [Read more...] about MSA Innovation Challenge 2023

India: LIVE Innovation Fellowship for Entrepreneurship Program

Deadline: 15-Jun-23 Applicants are now invited to submit their applications for the LIVE Innovation Fellowship for Entrepreneurship Program which is designed to promote innovation-led entrepreneurship. LIVE is an Entrepreneurship Development Centre and Business Incubator at the Indian … [Read more...] about India: LIVE Innovation Fellowship for Entrepreneurship Program

Energy Innovation Program On-road Transportation Decarbonization (Canada)

Deadline: 20-Jul-23 The Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) is currently accepting proposals for the Energy Innovation Program On-road Transportation Decarbonization. Priorities Focus area 1. Low- and zero-emission on-road MHDVs. Reduce the cost/performance ratio of electrical powertrain … [Read more...] about Energy Innovation Program On-road Transportation Decarbonization (Canada)

Conservation Technology Award: Accelerating Innovation and Development

Deadline: 18-Aug-23 Are you using or creating tech to protect wildlife? Earth Rangers want to support your organization through two $15,000 grants. Apply for the Conservation Tech Award. The Allen Institute for Artificial Intelligence (AI2)’s EarthRanger program is committed to helping … [Read more...] about Conservation Technology Award: Accelerating Innovation and Development

Call for Applications: Africa Youth SDG Innovation Award

Deadline: 11-Jun-23 Are you a young African entrepreneur who has developed an innovative solution with a demonstrated positive impact on the achievement of the SDGs on the continent? If yes, then apply now for the Africa Youth SDG Innovation Award. The United Nations Economic Commission for … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Africa Youth SDG Innovation Award

Applications Open for Fifth Annual $100,000 GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition

Deadline: 19-Jun-23 Youth-led African agrifood businesses are back in the spotlight as Generation Africa rolls out the 2023 edition of the Gogettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition. By identifying and supporting innovative, high-potential agribusinesses, Generation Africa aims to inspire millions … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Fifth Annual $100,000 GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition

Call for Proposals: The PCIJ Story Project 2023 (Philippines)

Deadline: 15-Jun-23 The Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism (PCIJ) is bringing back the PCIJ Project for Innovation in Storytelling or “The PCIJ Story Project,” a grant that funded innovative storytelling collaborations between journalists and artists. PCIJ invites journalists, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: The PCIJ Story Project 2023 (Philippines)

Knowledge Transfer Partnerships: 2023 to 2024 (Round 3) in UK

Deadline: 5-Jul-23 UK registered academic institutions, RTOs or Catapults can apply for a share of up to £9 million to fund innovation projects with businesses or not for profits. The Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) programme allows a UK registered business or not for profit organisation, … [Read more...] about Knowledge Transfer Partnerships: 2023 to 2024 (Round 3) in UK

Call for EOIs: Knowledge Management Fund

Deadline: 4-Jun-23 Knowledge Platform Security & Rule of Law is offering grants for the Knowledge Management Fund to diversify thinking and evidence in the Security & Rule of Law (SRoL) field, particularly in Fragile and Conflict-Affected Settings (FCAS). The Knowledge Management Fund … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Knowledge Management Fund

SmartIDEAthon – A Student Pitching Competition (India)

Deadline: 10-Jun-23 Students are invited to pitch in their ideas for start-ups that help build sustainable & resilient communities. SmartIDEAthon is a student pitching competition of ideas built on themes that are currently relevant to the nation and with the aim to create sustainable and … [Read more...] about SmartIDEAthon – A Student Pitching Competition (India)

Participate for Impact – Regional Competition on Youth and Community Led Initiatives

Deadline: 26-Jun-23 UNODC is looking for creative, innovative, and effective youth and community-led initiatives. #PARTICIPATE4IMPACT is a UNODC initiative enabling youth, youth associations, civil society organizations and academic centres in Egypt, Lebanon, Libya, Palestine, and Sudan to … [Read more...] about Participate for Impact – Regional Competition on Youth and Community Led Initiatives

Building for Peace Scholarship: Supported by Holcim

Deadline: 7-Jun-23 Are you making a positive impact by supporting refugee communities or innovating in the sustainable building industry? Apply now for the One Young World scholarship, supported by Holcim. Driven by its purpose to build progress for people and the planet, Holcim partnered with … [Read more...] about Building for Peace Scholarship: Supported by Holcim

Apply for INGENIOUS Innovation Grants

Deadline: 31-Jul-23 Applications are now open for the INGENIOUS Innovation Grants to address small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) in the Energy Intensive Industries and other SMEs that can be providers of solutions to the EII towards green and digital transition and resilience. The … [Read more...] about Apply for INGENIOUS Innovation Grants

NEX-LABS Innovation Vouchers available for Startups and SMEs

Deadline: 30-Sep-23 NEX-LABS project is offering innovation vouchers for entrepreneurs and SMEs based in Cyprus, Italy, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Spain, Tunisia. These vouchers are mainly directed at acquiring the services of external experts for startups and SMEs to gain access to specific … [Read more...] about NEX-LABS Innovation Vouchers available for Startups and SMEs

Request for Proposals: 100K CLIMA Grant Competition

Deadline: 31-Jul-23 Partners of the Americas (POA) and the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs at the U.S. Department of State (WHA/DOS) invites higher education institutions (HEIs) from the United States and Argentina, Chile, Paraguay, and Uruguay to create partnerships to submit proposals for … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: 100K CLIMA Grant Competition

NIDHI-PRAYAS Program in India

Deadline: 12-Jun-23 To address the gap in the very early stage idea/ proof of concept funding, under the National Initiative for Developing and Harnessing the Innovations (NIDHI) the National Science & Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board (NSTEDB), Department of Science & … [Read more...] about NIDHI-PRAYAS Program in India

NIDHI – Entrepreneurs-in-Residence Programme (India)

Deadline: 10-Jun-23 The NIDHI-Entrepreneurs-in-Residence (EIR) programme is providing tremendous opportunities for innovative entrepreneurs to expand their networks and get critical feedback on their ventures in order to promote their entrepreneurial career goals and aspirations. NIDHI – … [Read more...] about NIDHI – Entrepreneurs-in-Residence Programme (India)

NIDHI-Seed Support System Initiative (India)

Deadline: 31-May-23 Applications are now open for the NIDHI-Seed Support System, an initiative of the National Science and Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board (NSTEDB), Department of Science and Technology to provide financial support in the form of seed support to startups to aid them … [Read more...] about NIDHI-Seed Support System Initiative (India)

Funding Competition – Farming Futures: Environmental Resilience, Feasibility (UK)

Deadline: 19-Jul-23 UK registered businesses can apply for a share of up to £500,000 to develop innovative solutions for sustainable and resilient farming. This funding is from Farming Futures R&D Fund. The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) will invest up to … [Read more...] about Funding Competition – Farming Futures: Environmental Resilience, Feasibility (UK)

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