Innovation

Apply Now for The SVRI Research Grant 2024

Deadline: 6-Jul-23 The Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) is inviting applications for innovative research and interventions that will contribute to the prevention and response of violence against women (VAW) and violence against children (VAC) and other forms of violence driven by gender … [Read more...] about Apply Now for The SVRI Research Grant 2024

Open Call for European Innovation Procurement Awards (Category 2)

Deadline: 17-Aug-23 The European Commission (EC) is proud to announce an open call for the European Innovation Procurement Awards under the Horizon Europe Framework Programme (HORIZON). Scope The European Innovation Procurement Awards 2023-2024 aim to recognise public and private buyers, … [Read more...] about Open Call for European Innovation Procurement Awards (Category 2)

New Zealand: Māori Community Fund and Pacific Innovation Fund

Deadline: 19-May-23 The Dunedin City Council is accepting applications for the Māori Community Fund and Pacific Innovation Fund to support the aspirations and empowerment of the Māori and Pāsifika communities here in Ōtepoti Dunedin. The Māori Community Fund and Pacific Innovation Fund to … [Read more...] about New Zealand: Māori Community Fund and Pacific Innovation Fund

Call for Grant Proposals: Business Incubator and Accelerator for Mountains and Islands

Deadline: 31-May-23 The Mountain Partnership Secretariat (MPS) at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), together with the Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (GEF SGP), implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has launched a new … [Read more...] about Call for Grant Proposals: Business Incubator and Accelerator for Mountains and Islands

Changemakers for the Planet Programme in Latin America and Sub-Saharan Africa

Deadline: 22-May-23 Applications are now open for the Changemakers for the Planet Programme in Latin America and Sub-Saharan Africa that provides young leaders with in-person summits, capacity building, funding for collaborative efforts and life-long access to ChangemakerXchange's vibrant global … [Read more...] about Changemakers for the Planet Programme in Latin America and Sub-Saharan Africa

Applications Open for Investing in Innovation Africa (Second Cohort)

Deadline: 26-Jun-2023 If you are an African entrepreneur creating a solution to a health product distribution challenge in Africa, Investing in Innovation Africa invite you to apply for the 2023 cohort. You stand the chance of receiving a $50,000 grant as well as access to leading donors, … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Investing in Innovation Africa (Second Cohort)

6th BRICS Young Innovator Prize Competition

Deadline: 26-May-23 Applicants are now being invited to submit their applications for the 6th BRICS Young Innovator Prize Competition, a platform for BRICS young scientists and entrepreneurs to share their best practices in innovation and venturing. Purpose of the Call The BRICS Young … [Read more...] about 6th BRICS Young Innovator Prize Competition

Call for Proposals: ORRAA-UK’s Blue Planet Fund

Deadline: 2-Jul-23 The Ocean Risk and Resilience Action Alliance (ORRAA) invites all parties to submit proposals for financial support to accelerate research and modelling on ocean risk and resilience to inform financial innovation as well as private and public sector policy action. The Call … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: ORRAA-UK’s Blue Planet Fund

UIAA Mountain Protection Award – Nominate Now!

Deadline: 15-May-23 Nominations are now open for the International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation (UIAA) Mountain Protection Award (MPA) to celebrate its 10th anniversary in 2023. Throughout the past ten years, the MPA platform has enabled people to raise finances to build key … [Read more...] about UIAA Mountain Protection Award – Nominate Now!

Annual Community Strengthening Grants Program – Australia

Deadline: 28-May-23 Applications are now open for Annual Community Strengthening Grants Program to provide financial support for new, one-off projects and activities that strengthen the Boroondara community. Objectives The objectives of the Community Strengthening Grants are to: … [Read more...] about Annual Community Strengthening Grants Program – Australia

U.S. Embassy in Singapore: Small Grants Program

Deadline: 31-Jul-23 The U.S. Embassy in Singapore is pleased to announce an open call for the Small Grants Program to support organizations or individuals that engage Singaporeans in activities that strengthen ties between the United States and Singapore or the region. Purpose All programs … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Singapore: Small Grants Program

Research Innovation & Collaboration Exchange Fellowships for NGOs and CSOs

Deadline: 31-May-23 The East-West Center (EWC) is seeking applications to provide RICE Fellowships for scholars, policy experts, non-government organization / civil society organization (NGO/CSO) members, researchers, or journalists from the Indo-Pacific Region, including the United States, to … [Read more...] about Research Innovation & Collaboration Exchange Fellowships for NGOs and CSOs

4th Special ERG Call on Climate Change: Inviting Proposals addressing Climatic/Environmental Challenges

Deadline: 31-May-23 The Private Enterprise in Low-Income Countries (PEDL) programme invites proposals on projects aimed at understanding the role of firms in addressing climatic and environmental challenges. The private sector is central to addressing both climate and environmental crises. … [Read more...] about 4th Special ERG Call on Climate Change: Inviting Proposals addressing Climatic/Environmental Challenges

Call for Young People | This Challenge is looking for Innovative Ideas in context of the SDGs

Deadline: 7-May-23 Are you between 15 and 20? Then join the Shape the Future Challenge, brought to you in collaboration with Volkswagen Group, and get a chance to work with international mentors while developing innovative solutions for a greener, sustainable, and accessible future of … [Read more...] about Call for Young People | This Challenge is looking for Innovative Ideas in context of the SDGs

1st EIT Manufacturing Call 2024 for Innovation Proposals

Deadline: 19-Jun-23 EIT Manufacturing is looking for projects and organisations ready to transform the European manufacturing and meet the global demands of present and future generations by achieving: Flexible Production Systems for Competitive Manufacturing: Emerging technologies enable … [Read more...] about 1st EIT Manufacturing Call 2024 for Innovation Proposals

Green Transition Challenge: Get a Chance to Join the EDF Pulse Africa Program

Deadline: 07-May-2023 EDF invites European and African startups, entrepreneurs, and companies with groundbreaking energy projects to develop innovative solutions for a more sustainable future in both continents. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to collaborate with EDF and join the EDF … [Read more...] about Green Transition Challenge: Get a Chance to Join the EDF Pulse Africa Program

Apply for the 2023 Jamlab Accelerator Programme

Deadline: 19-May-23 Are you working on something that you think could reshape media or journalism in Africa? Do you have skills you could apply to creating great new media? Do you have the energy and commitment to create something great? Apply to join the Jamlab Accelerator Programme (JAP) … [Read more...] about Apply for the 2023 Jamlab Accelerator Programme

Entries are now Open | 11th Edition of the Earth Care Awards to showcase Solutions responding to Climate Change Challenges

Deadline: 16-Jun-23 Entries are now being accepted for the 11th Edition of the Earth Care Awards to showcase impactful, practical, scalable, and replicable cutting-edge solutions for our planet that can respond to the challenges posed by climate change. Started in 2008, The Earth Care Awards … [Read more...] about Entries are now Open | 11th Edition of the Earth Care Awards to showcase Solutions responding to Climate Change Challenges

The Novartis Reimagining Healthcare Scholarship 2023

Deadline: 15-May-23 Applications are now open for the Novartis Reimagining Healthcare Scholarship 2023 Program. At Novartis, they are reimagining medicine to improve and extend people’s lives. Novartis has a rich history spanning over the course of 250 years, developing innovative products to … [Read more...] about The Novartis Reimagining Healthcare Scholarship 2023

Flat6labs AMMAN Seed Program – Jordan

Deadline: 17-May-23 Flat6Labs launches a new fund, Jordan Seed Fund (JSF), and a seed program to support the next generation of innovative startup companies in Jordan. Over the next 5 years, they’re looking to invest in 90+ tech-enabled startups with a focus on creativity and innovation. Once … [Read more...] about Flat6labs AMMAN Seed Program – Jordan

Partnerships for Innovation- FBR Open Call #2 (Portugal & Norway)

Deadline: 26-May-23 Applications to the call: Portugal and Norway: Partnerships for Innovation are now open to support innovative bilateral initiatives between Portuguese and Norwegian entities. EEA Grants supports initiatives aiming at strengthening bilateral relations between Iceland, … [Read more...] about Partnerships for Innovation- FBR Open Call #2 (Portugal & Norway)

Creative New Zealand – Arts Grants (Round 4)

Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity The Creative New Zealand is providing short-term funding to artists, arts practitioners, and arts organisations to complete a project within a 12-month period. Purpose Arts Grants provide short-term funding to undertake projects that: help create … [Read more...] about Creative New Zealand – Arts Grants (Round 4)

NRCS’ Conservation Innovation Grants State Program: South Carolina (US)

Deadline: 5-Jun-23 NRCS is announcing the availability of Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) State Program funding to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. The purpose of CIG is to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative … [Read more...] about NRCS’ Conservation Innovation Grants State Program: South Carolina (US)

Pacific Islands Area Conservation Innovation Grant Program – US

Deadline: 5-Jun-23 U.S. Department of Agriculture – Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC) is announcing the availability of Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) State Program funding to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation … [Read more...] about Pacific Islands Area Conservation Innovation Grant Program – US

European Innovation Procurement Awards – Category 1

Deadline: 17-Aug-23 The European Commission (EC) is delighted to launch an open call for the European Innovation Procurement Awards under the Horizon Europe Framework Programme (HORIZON). Scope The European Innovation Procurement Awards 2023-2024 aim to recognise public and private … [Read more...] about European Innovation Procurement Awards – Category 1

Breakthrough Alliance: Innovators Challenge – Spring 2023

Deadline: 12-May-23 HITLAB has launched a call for applications to identify health related or healthcare technology companies (“Applicants” or “Innovators”) that may be best suited to implement a pilot project (“Pilot”). Each Pilot will be administered by HITLAB in a sample of appropriate … [Read more...] about Breakthrough Alliance: Innovators Challenge – Spring 2023

U.S. Mission to India: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program

Deadline: 30-Jun-23 The Public Diplomacy (PD) Section of the U.S. Consulate General Hyderabad is pleased to announce a funding opportunity through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. The Public Diplomacy (PD) Section of the U.S. Consulate General Hyderabad oversees a range of cultural … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to India: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program

Technology Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs (TIDE 2.0) Program in India

Deadline: 31-May-23 Applications are now open for the Technology Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs (TIDE 2.0), a program supported by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) to foster innovations and support startups working with emerging technologies in the … [Read more...] about Technology Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs (TIDE 2.0) Program in India

CANFAR’s Innovation Research Grant in Canada

Deadline: 12-May-23 The Canadian Foundation for AIDS Research has launched the Innovation Research Grant. The CANFAR’s mission is to end the HIV epidemic in Canada by funding innovative research, national awareness programs and dynamic partnerships. In this Innovation Research Grant … [Read more...] about CANFAR’s Innovation Research Grant in Canada

Open Call for Wild Incubator Program (India)

Deadline: 14-May-23 The "Wild Incubator Program" invites organizations to submit proposals for innovative conservation projects. The CWS is particularly interested in projects that focus human-wildlife interactions, combat wildlife trade and illegal hunting, promote biodiversity conservation … [Read more...] about Open Call for Wild Incubator Program (India)

2023 STEM Talent Challenge in the US

Deadline: 12-Jun-23 The STEM Talent Challenge seeks to develop or expand regional workforce capacity to support high-growth, high-wage entrepreneurial ventures, industries of the future (which usually includes industries that leverage emerging technologies), and other innovation—driven businesses … [Read more...] about 2023 STEM Talent Challenge in the US

Funding Opportunity: Semiconductor Technology for ICT Innovation and Knowledge Centre – UK

Deadline: 1-Jun-23 Apply for funding to establish an innovation and knowledge centre (IKC) in novel and emerging semiconductor technologies with relevance to information and communications technology (ICT) devices. The aim is to build critical mass and drive emergent ICT-led semiconductor … [Read more...] about Funding Opportunity: Semiconductor Technology for ICT Innovation and Knowledge Centre – UK

African Food Changemakers launches BRACE Program 2023

Deadline: 30-Apr-23 African Food Changemakers has launched the “Building Resilience Against Climate and Environmental Shocks” (BRACE), a three-month capacity development program. BRACE is an intensive capacity development program designed to support African small and medium entrepreneurs … [Read more...] about African Food Changemakers launches BRACE Program 2023

Apply for Humanitarian Innovation Programme (Norway)

Deadline: 22-Jun-23 Innovation Norway is inviting humanitarian UN agencies and Norwegian humanitarian organisations (NGOs) to submit project proposals for its Humanitarian Innovation Programme (HIP Norway). Through its Programme Innovation Norway is looking for bold innovation projects that … [Read more...] about Apply for Humanitarian Innovation Programme (Norway)

5th Biophilia Award for Environmental Communication

Deadline: 31-May-23 The BBVA Foundation has announced the Biophilia Award for Environmental Communication to recognize the work of professionals and organizations in any country that have contributed exceptionally to improving public understanding and awareness of ecological issues, through the … [Read more...] about 5th Biophilia Award for Environmental Communication

Rural Health Innovation Fund Grants in Australia

Deadline: 29-May-23 The Australian Government is pleased to announce the applications for the Rural Health Innovation Fund (RHIF) to support innovative community-led opportunities that enhance country South Australians health and wellbeing. Rural Health Innovation Fund provides one-off funding … [Read more...] about Rural Health Innovation Fund Grants in Australia

Ireland: Industry RD&I Fellowship Programme 2023

Deadline: 13-Jun-23 Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) is pleased to launch the Industry RD&I Fellowship Programme 2023 which seeks to support academia-industry interactions in order to address industry‐informed challenges. Awards under this programme can be made to academic researchers (at … [Read more...] about Ireland: Industry RD&I Fellowship Programme 2023

Hong Kong: Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Fund (SIE Fund)

Deadline: 31-May-23 The Social Enterprise Business Centre is offering grants under the "Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Fund (SIE Fund)" to be a catalyst for social innovation in Hong Kong, connect the community with different sectors, including businesses, NGOs, academics and … [Read more...] about Hong Kong: Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Fund (SIE Fund)

Open Call: Safety Systems to Detect Warning Signs in Drivers, Operators, and Field Workers

Deadline: 2-May-23 Can you provide a solution that can help the Seeker companies to prevent workplace accidents before they happen? This Theoretical Challenge requires only a written proposal. If you are interested then apply now. The risk of accidents at work represents a problem, especially … [Read more...] about Open Call: Safety Systems to Detect Warning Signs in Drivers, Operators, and Field Workers

Japan: The Toyota Foundation announces Research Grant Program 2023

Deadline: 9-Jun-23 The Toyota Foundation Research Grant Program is inviting proposals for research projects that ambitiously address the challenges of issues focused on diverse connections (interlinkages), including those of people with people, people with nature, and people with … [Read more...] about Japan: The Toyota Foundation announces Research Grant Program 2023

2023 Innovations in Sustainability Program

Deadline: 5-May-23 Applications are now open for the Innovations in Sustainability Program 2023 to support entrepreneurs building solutions around sustainable ingredients, decarbonization in the retail sector, and upcycling solutions. Innovations in Sustainability 2023 will identify, train and … [Read more...] about 2023 Innovations in Sustainability Program

State Maternal Health Innovation Program in the US

Deadline: 2-Jun-23 The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is accepting applications for the fiscal year (FY) 2023 State Maternal Health Innovation Program. The purpose of this program is to reduce maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity (SMM) 1 by supporting state-led … [Read more...] about State Maternal Health Innovation Program in the US

Australia: FRRR ABC Heywire Youth Innovation Grants Program

Deadline: 7-Jun-23 Application are now open for FRRR ABC Heywire Youth Innovation Grants program which helps communities act on issues of current concern for young Australians, as identified by youth at the annual Canberra Heywire Youth Summit. The Haywire Youth Summit provides an opportunity … [Read more...] about Australia: FRRR ABC Heywire Youth Innovation Grants Program

Call for Project Concepts: Tobago Innovation Challenge

Deadline: 5-May-23 Are you an innovative Civil Society Organization (CSO), Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) or business entity working to keep Tobago clean, green, safe and serene? Are you a social entrepreneur, or you work on issues related to climate-smart agriculture, air, water or soil … [Read more...] about Call for Project Concepts: Tobago Innovation Challenge

(Round 4) Manurewa Local Grant Programme – New Zealand

Deadline: 12-May-23 The Auckland Council is seeking applications for its Manurewa Local Grant Programme. Priorities They welcome grant applications that align to the following priorities: Strengthening neighbourhood cohesion. Support for youth development. Showcasing and … [Read more...] about (Round 4) Manurewa Local Grant Programme – New Zealand

Entries Open for Nikkei Asia Award

Deadline: 12-Jun-23 Entries are now open for the Nikkei Asia Award to recognize innovation originating in Asia. “Innovation from Asia” involves any novel and innovative activities that promote the transformation of Asia and the world, and support the realization of a free and prosperous … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Nikkei Asia Award

Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund in Ireland

Deadline: 31-May-23 The Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Simon Coveney, together with the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Simon Harris, and Minister of State for Trade Promotion, Digital and Company Regulation, Dara Calleary, launched the … [Read more...] about Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund in Ireland

Community Innovation Grant in Canada

Deadline: 1-Jun-23 The Gwaii Trust Society is pleased to announce an open call 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, the communities, and Haida Gwaii. … [Read more...] about Community Innovation Grant in Canada

Care Economy Public Policy Innovations Collaborative Action-Research Fund

Deadline: 30-Apr-23 The Group for the Analysis of Development (GRADE), in collaboration with United Nations Research Institute for Social Development (UNRISD) and the Global Alliance for Care, and supported by the International Development Research Centre (IDRC), launch the call for proposals for … [Read more...] about Care Economy Public Policy Innovations Collaborative Action-Research Fund

Youth Leaders (YoLe) Fellowship Program Cohort 5 in Ghana

Deadline: 30-Apr-23 Do you have the drive to lead change? Would you like to build the skill sets to do so? Do you want to lead innovations in the areas of leadership, participation, SRHR, social entrepreneurship or artificial intelligence in Ghana. Then the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) … [Read more...] about Youth Leaders (YoLe) Fellowship Program Cohort 5 in Ghana

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