Innovation

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

Applications Open for BASA PESP4 Funding Program – South Africa

Deadline: 28-Apr-23 Business and Arts South Africa NPC (BASA), invites registered small and micro businesses in the cultural and creative industries to submit their requests for the Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme (PESP4) grant funding. The Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme … [Read more...] about Applications Open for BASA PESP4 Funding Program – South Africa

First Solar Community Giving Fund [United States]

Deadline: 1-May-23 The Greater Toledo Community Foundation is seeking applications for the First Solar Community Giving Fund – Civic Engagement and Environmental Impact Grants to support projects and services that make a meaningful impact on "green" education initiatives, access to clean energy … [Read more...] about First Solar Community Giving Fund [United States]

AFD Group launches Call for Proposals for Shared Innovation

Deadline: 24-Apr-23 The AFD Group is launching its first call for proposals, “Shared Innovation”, an initiative that aims to promote innovative solutions for sustainable development in order to facilitate their replications and bring together different actors and ecosystems. The two main … [Read more...] about AFD Group launches Call for Proposals for Shared Innovation

Botswana Innovation Fund Grant Program

Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity Inviting all interested innovators and entrepreneurs with innovative and / or technology-driven solutions that need seed funding to apply for a grant from Botswana Innovation Fund (BIF). Purpose promote innovation through technology, product and business … [Read more...] about Botswana Innovation Fund Grant Program

Call for Social Enterprises: ASEAN Social Enterprises Development Programme 2.0

Deadline: 3-May-23 The ASEAN Foundation, with the support of TikTok and SAP, launches the ASEAN Social Enterprises Development Program (ASEAN-SEDP) 2.0 to solve socioeconomic problems and to strengthen the ASEAN Social enterprises ecosystem through comprehensive and sustainable support. This … [Read more...] about Call for Social Enterprises: ASEAN Social Enterprises Development Programme 2.0

Rockhampton Regional Council’s Regional Arts Development Fund – Australia

Deadline: 26-May-23 The Rockhampton Regional Council is seeking applications for the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF), a partnership between state and local governments which invests in quality arts and cultural experiences across Queensland based on locally determined … [Read more...] about Rockhampton Regional Council’s Regional Arts Development Fund – Australia

India: Narender Revelli National Media Fellowships 2023

Deadline: 5-May-23 Turaga Foundation with University of Hyderabad and Dept. of Communication are Calling early career journalists to apply for the Narender Revelli National Media Fellowships 2023 that allows you to work on stories related to Youth & Innovation or Youth and Activism. The … [Read more...] about India: Narender Revelli National Media Fellowships 2023

Expressions of Interest: Automotive Transformation Fund – Round 31 (UK)

Deadline: 29-Nov-23 UK registered businesses can apply for funding for capital centric investment projects that help industrialise the electrified automotive supply chain at scale in the UK. The Automotive Transformation Fund (ATF) is an Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC) programme that aims … [Read more...] about Expressions of Interest: Automotive Transformation Fund – Round 31 (UK)

Energy and Public Realm Accelerator Programme

Deadline: 21-Apr-23 Applicants are now being invited to submit applications for the Energy and Public Realm Accelerator Programme to take early-stage mobility start-ups (from EU and Horizon Europe associated countries) to the next level. The Energy and Public Realm Accelerator is one of the … [Read more...] about Energy and Public Realm Accelerator Programme

UK – Funding Competition: Critical Materials for Magnets [Strand 1]

Deadline: 21-Jun-23 UK registered businesses can apply for a share of up to £5 million for innovative projects that stimulate growth in the rare earth elements (REE) critical materials supply chain. This funding is from Innovate UKs CLIMATES programme. The aim of this competition is to … [Read more...] about UK – Funding Competition: Critical Materials for Magnets [Strand 1]

Open Call for Critical Materials for Magnets – Strand 2 (UK)

Deadline: 21-Jun-23 UK registered businesses can apply for a share of up to £5 million for innovative projects that stimulate growth in the rare earth elements (REE) critical materials supply chain. This funding is from Innovate UKs CLIMATES programme. The aim of this competition is to … [Read more...] about Open Call for Critical Materials for Magnets – Strand 2 (UK)

UK: Nature of Scotland Awards 2023

Deadline: 30-May-23 The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) is accepting nominations for the 2023 Nature of Scotland Awards to celebrate the inspirational people, projects and partnerships across different aspects of nature conservation in Scotland. They have 10 awards to choose … [Read more...] about UK: Nature of Scotland Awards 2023

Forest Sector Investment and Innovation Program (Round 15) – Canada

Deadline: 16-Jun-23 Applications are now open for the Round 15 of the Forest Sector Investment and Innovation Program to provide funding for manufacturers and processors of wood products across Ontario. Objectives The objective of Forest Sector Investment and Innovation Program (FSIIP) is … [Read more...] about Forest Sector Investment and Innovation Program (Round 15) – Canada

India: 4th Edition of the National Startup Awards [Cash prize of INR 10 lakhs]

Deadline: 15-Jun-2023 The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) is inviting applications for the National Startup Awards 2023 to recognize, reward, promote and offer exclusive handholding support to a diverse set of startups. In this edition, the startups will be … [Read more...] about India: 4th Edition of the National Startup Awards [Cash prize of INR 10 lakhs]

Oxfam Young Leaders Fellowship Programme 2023 | Call for Innovative Ideas for Gender Justice

Deadline: 30-Apr-23 Are you a feminist activist challenging patriarchy and social norms and have innovative ideas for gender justice? Are you an artist, writer/story teller or photo journalist or videographer capturing and disseminating peoples stories for freedom and social justice? Are you a … [Read more...] about Oxfam Young Leaders Fellowship Programme 2023 | Call for Innovative Ideas for Gender Justice

Call for Applications: The Public Sector Innovation Challenge in Malawi

Deadline: 31-May-23 The Malawi Government with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), is calling for submission of proposals for the Innovation Challenge, in line with ongoing efforts to support government institutions to adopt innovative reforms for improving public … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: The Public Sector Innovation Challenge in Malawi

Open Call: EU Support to Livelihoods Under the Regional Response to the Syrian Crisis (Jordan)

Deadline: 8-Jun-23 The European Union (EU) is seeking proposals to improve income-generating opportunities and access to decent jobs for refugees and their hosts. Objectives of the Programme and Priority Issues The global objective of this call for proposals is to improve … [Read more...] about Open Call: EU Support to Livelihoods Under the Regional Response to the Syrian Crisis (Jordan)

Great Blue Wall Challenge – Apply Now!

Deadline: 24-Apr-23 Submissions are now being accepted for the Great Blue Wall Challenge from the ocean-positive startups and social enterprises which contribute to the sustainability and resilience of the Western Indian Ocean, aligning with the Great Blue Wall Initiative and delivering benefits … [Read more...] about Great Blue Wall Challenge – Apply Now!

Open Call for Mirror Region: Become a Rural Game-Changer

Deadline: 13-Apr-23 The dRural has launched an open call to co-develop and implement a digital solution based on the exploitation of data from existing service platforms that deliver multiple innovative services to rural citizens while creating opportunities for economic growth and quality of … [Read more...] about Open Call for Mirror Region: Become a Rural Game-Changer

Innovation Fund Small Scale Projects

Deadline: 19-Sep-23 The European Commission is accepting proposals for the Innovation Fund Small Scale Projects. Scope The following activities can be funded under this topic: activities that support innovation in low-carbon technologies and processes in sectors listed in Annex I to … [Read more...] about Innovation Fund Small Scale Projects

Call for Proposals: Micro and Small Grants Program – Kenya

Deadline: 7-Apr-23 The Jumuiya Women Fund is seeking applications to provide micro and small grants to eligible community-based women rights organizations and groups, feminist movements and networks, and other women-led coalitions in the following counties: Uasin Gishu, Elgeyo-Marakwet, Baringo, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Micro and Small Grants Program – Kenya

Call for 2023 Nominations: APEC Science Prize

Deadline: 28-Apr-23 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) is now accepting nominations for the 2023 Science Prize for Innovation, Research and Education (ASPIRE), which highlights young scientists, aged 40 and under, who exemplify a commitment to international science collaboration. The … [Read more...] about Call for 2023 Nominations: APEC Science Prize

India: AIM-ICDK Water Innovation Challenge 3.0

Deadline: 24-Apr-23 NITI Aayog’s flagship program - Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) has been at the forefront of promoting a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. As a part of the Indo- Danish Bilateral Green Strategic Partnership, Atal Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog (AIM) launched the Open … [Read more...] about India: AIM-ICDK Water Innovation Challenge 3.0

Call for Applications: Greenovations Incubation and Mentorship Program

Deadline: 23-Apr-23 Are you a business with an innovative solution in Africa that tackles existing challenges like: Smart agriculture, Renewable energy, Waste management, Water management, Climate action. Then apply to the Greenovations Incubation and Mentorship program to receive tailor-made … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Greenovations Incubation and Mentorship Program

Nominations open for the Social Impact Award in Croatia!

Deadline: 28-May-23 Are you ready to make a social change? Then you can apply for the Social Impact Award. The Social Impact Award consists of a series of events and workshops aimed at spreading and raising awareness of social entrepreneurship. Through the program, they teach participants the … [Read more...] about Nominations open for the Social Impact Award in Croatia!

Funding Call: Community Safety Innovation Fund 2023 (Ireland)

Deadline: 19-May-23 Minister for Justice Simon Harris has announced the launch of the Community Safety Innovation Fund (CSIF) funding call 2023. The Community Safety Innovation Fund allows proceeds of crime to be directed into community projects to support community safety ensures that … [Read more...] about Funding Call: Community Safety Innovation Fund 2023 (Ireland)

Start-Up Chile Accelerator Program (Growth 6)

Deadline: 11-Apr-23 Applicants are invited to submit their applications for the Start-Up Chile (Growth 6) Call. Objectives Generate a socioeconomic impact in Chile, through support for innovative technological ventures that allow the sophistication and/or diversification of the country's … [Read more...] about Start-Up Chile Accelerator Program (Growth 6)

4th UNCTAD Youth Forum: For Planetary Prosperity

Deadline: 30-Jun-23 The 4th UNCTAD Youth Forum is now open to students or young professionals aged 18 to 30, who are interested in trade and development issues and want to debate with other youth from around the world. With the theme “For Planetary Prosperity”, young students or professionals … [Read more...] about 4th UNCTAD Youth Forum: For Planetary Prosperity

NOFO: Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative Fellowship Program

Deadline: 15-May-23 The Office of Citizen Exchanges at the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) invites proposal submissions for the FY 2023 Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative (YTILI) Fellowship Program. YTILI is a two-way exchange program … [Read more...] about NOFO: Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative Fellowship Program

Nominations Now Open for WasteSorted Awards 2023 in Australia

Deadline: 19-May-23 The Waste Authority has launched the WasteSorted Awards to recognise the outstanding achievements of Western Australians working towards a low waste and circular economy future, through improved waste practices and innovative waste solutions. It celebrates those making … [Read more...] about Nominations Now Open for WasteSorted Awards 2023 in Australia

Call for Proposals: Small Grants Scheme-2 on Soft Measures

Deadline: 10-May-23 Applications are now open for the Small Grants Scheme-2 on Soft Measures - Development of business skills for enterprises in the focus areas Green Industry Innovation, Blue Growth and ICT. The Programme has the objective to increase value creation and sustainable growth in … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Small Grants Scheme-2 on Soft Measures

Nominations Open for the European Capital of Innovation Awards (iCapital) 2023

Deadline: 29-Jun-23 The European Commission (EC) is calling nominations for the European Capital of Innovation Awards (iCapital) 2023. Scope The traditional city innovation ecosystem is opening up to new models of innovation engaging citizens. An increasing number of cities are acting as … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for the European Capital of Innovation Awards (iCapital) 2023

Nominations Open for InnoStars Awards

Deadline: 16-Apr-23 Nominations are now open for the InnoStars Awards, a key acceleration programme for early-stage start-ups from Central, Eastern and Southern Europe, where the pace of innovation is more moderate. The programme helps transform prototypes and MVPs into health solutions or … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for InnoStars Awards

Mimics Innovation Awards: Advancing Mass Personalization for Healthcare

Deadline: 30-Apr-23 Entries are now open for the Mimics Innovation Awards to celebrate the people advancing healthcare through mass personalization breakthroughs. Mass personalization is about delivering truly individual medicine, at scale, and at an affordable cost. It has the potential to … [Read more...] about Mimics Innovation Awards: Advancing Mass Personalization for Healthcare

Apply for 2023 Ilia Calderon Scholarship

Deadline: 17-Apr-23 One Young World launched the Ilia Calderón Scholarship to support young Afro-descendant or Indigenous leaders. Following the success of the "Ilia Calderón" Scholarship in 2021 and 2022, One Young World has once again teamed up with the Jang-Calderón Family Foundation to … [Read more...] about Apply for 2023 Ilia Calderon Scholarship

Nominations Open for the 2023 Tällberg-SNF-Eliasson Global Leadership Prize

Deadline: 15-May-23 Do you know an outstanding, ethical, global leader? Tällberg-SNF-Eliasson Global Leadership Prize nominations are now open to nominate an innovative, risk-taking, ethical candidate for a chance to win one of the leadership prizes. Prize winners may be nominated by anyone, … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for the 2023 Tällberg-SNF-Eliasson Global Leadership Prize

UK: NATEP Helping SMEs Innovate in Aerospace [Spring 2023]

Deadline: 10-May-23 UK registered SMEs are now invited to apply for a share of up to £2.5 million for industrial-led civil aerospace collaborative R&D projects. Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation, is working with the Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) and the Department for … [Read more...] about UK: NATEP Helping SMEs Innovate in Aerospace [Spring 2023]

MTN Media Innovation Programme in Nigeria

Deadline: 4-Apr-23 Applications for the MTN Media Innovation Programme (MIP) programme are now open. This is your chance to take your media career to the next level with a programme that is fully sponsored by MTN Nigeria and tailored specifically for mid-stream practitioners. The MTN Media … [Read more...] about MTN Media Innovation Programme in Nigeria

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

Deadline: 15-May-23 The U.S. Embassy Maseru 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 Public Diplomacy Section Maseru invites proposals for … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Lesotho: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program

Innovation Grants for Municipal Waste Management: Financial Support to Third Parties

Deadline: 7-Apr-23 The present Sub-Grant scheme is launched in the framework of the Action ‘Capital Cities Collaborating on Common Challenges in Hazardous Waste Management – Yerevan, Warsaw, Tirana’ and is co-financed by the European Union and by these municipalities. Goals The main goal of … [Read more...] about Innovation Grants for Municipal Waste Management: Financial Support to Third Parties

Request for Proposals: Build & Implement Innovative Access Models to Safe & Nutritious Foods (Nigeria)

Deadline: 31-Mar-23 The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) is requesting proposals to build and implement innovative access models to safe and nutritious foods for farmers and workers in the rice and maize value chain. GAIN is implementing the Strengthening Nutrition in Priority … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Build & Implement Innovative Access Models to Safe & Nutritious Foods (Nigeria)

Open Call for Youth in Action in Madagascar

Deadline: 12-May-23 The European Commission (EC) is accepting proposals to strengthen local CSOs as full-fledged actors of good governance and development. The action aims to contribute to an inclusive, participatory, autonomous and independent civil society and democratic space and to an … [Read more...] about Open Call for Youth in Action in Madagascar

Entries Open for UNEP’s Champions of the Earth Award

Deadline: 14-Apr-23 The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) seeks nominations of individuals, organisations, and governments working on sustainable solutions to eliminate plastic pollution. The Champions of the Earth award honours individuals, groups, and organisations whose actions … [Read more...] about Entries Open for UNEP’s Champions of the Earth Award

Nominations Now Open for the CLEPA Innovation Awards 2023

Deadline: 5-May-23 The European Association of Automotive Suppliers (CLEPA) is seeking nominations for its Innovation Awards to celebrate and recognise the innovative excellence of the European automotive supply industry, and invites, companies, SMEs and start-ups from across the automotive … [Read more...] about Nominations Now Open for the CLEPA Innovation Awards 2023

14th Social Entrepreneur of the Year Award – India

Deadline: 30-Apr-23 Entries are now open for the 14th Social Entrepreneur the Year Award to celebrate the advancement of social innovation Worldwide. The awards recognize the individuals and organisations who implement innovative, sustainable and large-scale solutions to address poverty, … [Read more...] about 14th Social Entrepreneur of the Year Award – India

Interreg Europe: Second Call for Projects Proposals

Deadline: 9-Jun-23 The Interreg Europe is now inviting proposals for its Second Call for Projects to support the exchange and transfer of experience, innovative approaches and capacity building among public authorities and other policy relevant organisations across Europe with a view to improving … [Read more...] about Interreg Europe: Second Call for Projects Proposals

Impacc Venture Program Now Open for Entrepreneurs

Deadline: 31-Mar-23 Are you an entrepreneur in Tanzania, Rwanda, or Uganda? With an innovative, local, green product or service? Creating sustainable jobs? In bottom of pyramid communities? In need of funding to scale your social business? Looking for a true partner at eye level? Then, become an … [Read more...] about Impacc Venture Program Now Open for Entrepreneurs

Google for Startups: Cloud Academy to Help Tech Startups in APAC

Deadline: 7-Apr-23 Google for Startups is accepting applications for the Cloud Academy, a 12-week program designed to help tech startups based in the Asia-Pacific region leverage Google Cloud technology and data-powered innovation to transform their businesses. Selected startups will attend a … [Read more...] about Google for Startups: Cloud Academy to Help Tech Startups in APAC

[UK] Funding Competition: Knowledge Asset Grant Fund – Explore

Deadline: 8-Jun-23 Applicants are now invited to submit applications for the Knowledge Asset Grant Fund – Explore. The funding will aid exploitation of high potential intangible assets that have a broader application or client base than their owner organisation. The Knowledge Asset Grant … [Read more...] about [UK] Funding Competition: Knowledge Asset Grant Fund – Explore

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