Latest Funds for NGOs, Calls for Proposals and Calls for Applications

View the latest grant funding opportunities, calls for applications, requests for proposals and calls for proposals for NGOs around the world.

Ben & Jerry’s Foundation: Grassroots Organizing for Social Change Program

Deadline: 14 October 2016 The Ben & Jerry's Foundation is currently inviting applications for its Grassroots Organizing for Social Change Program with an aim to offer general or project support to non-profit organizations throughout the United States and is most competitive grant program. The … [Read more...] about Ben & Jerry’s Foundation: Grassroots Organizing for Social Change Program

World Wildlife Fund: Seeking Applications for Professional Development Grants

Deadline: 1 November 2016 World Wildlife Fund (WWF) is currently inviting applications for its Professional Development Grants (PDGs) with an aim to support mid-career conservationists to pursue short-term, non-degree training to upgrade their knowledge and skills. These trainings can include … [Read more...] about World Wildlife Fund: Seeking Applications for Professional Development Grants

Applications Open for Mawazo Challenge 2016: Solving Community Problems

Deadline: 15 August 2016 Are you passionate about solving community problems? Can you design a competition or award scheme that will foster and support great ideas to solve problems in health, education or water, hygiene and sanitation? If yes, then apply for the Mawazo Challenge 2016. Human … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Mawazo Challenge 2016: Solving Community Problems

PATA Foundation’s 2017 Grants Program on Environment, Heritage & Education

Deadline: 10 August 2016 The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) foundation is currently accepting applications from eligible applicants in Asia pacific region for its 2017 Grants Program with a motive to contribute the sustainable and responsible development of travel and tourism in Asia … [Read more...] about PATA Foundation’s 2017 Grants Program on Environment, Heritage & Education

Bureau of DRL: Online Censorship Measurement to Support Internet Freedom

Deadline: 22 September 2016 The United States Department of State Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) is seeking applications from eligible organisations for the program entitled "Online Censorship Measurement to Support Internet Freedom" with an aim to promote fundamental freedoms, … [Read more...] about Bureau of DRL: Online Censorship Measurement to Support Internet Freedom

Ecologists in Africa Grant Program: Developing Skills, Experience & Knowledge Base for Innovative Ecological Research

Deadline: 16 September 2016 The British Ecological Society (BES) is currently inviting applicants from Ecologists in Africa for its Grant Program to carry out innovative ecological research. The grant is designed to develop their skills, experience and knowledge base as well as making connections … [Read more...] about Ecologists in Africa Grant Program: Developing Skills, Experience & Knowledge Base for Innovative Ecological Research

International Innovation Grant: Reducing the Cancer Burden in Local Communities

Deadline: 31 August 2016 The Conquer Cancer Foundation (CCF) is seeking applicants for its International Innovation Grant with an aim to support of novel and innovative projects that can have a significant impact on cancer control in low- and middle-income countries (LMCs). The International … [Read more...] about International Innovation Grant: Reducing the Cancer Burden in Local Communities

FAO FLEGT Programme: Inviting Organizations to Encourage Sustainable Management of Forests

Deadline: 15 September 2016 The FAO FLEGT Programme is now accepting concept notes from government institutions, civil society and private sector organizations with an aim to encourage sustainable management of forests. The FLEGT Action Plan focuses on governance reforms and capacity building to … [Read more...] about FAO FLEGT Programme: Inviting Organizations to Encourage Sustainable Management of Forests

U.S. Embassy Rangoon: Building Grassroots Networks across Communities

Deadline: 13 August 2016 The United States Embassy is seeking proposals from eligible organizations for a program entitled “Building Grassroots Networks across Communities” with an aim to empower Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersex (LGBTI) civil society actors to advocate for change … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Rangoon: Building Grassroots Networks across Communities

High Commission of Canada in Bangladesh: 2016-2017 Canada Fund for Local Initiatives

Deadline: 15 August 2016 High Commission of Canada in Bangladesh is seeking applicants for its 2016-2017 Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) with an aim to support small projects proposed and implemented by local NGOs and other grassroots organizations such as village councils, cooperatives … [Read more...] about High Commission of Canada in Bangladesh: 2016-2017 Canada Fund for Local Initiatives

The Secretary’s Full Participation Fund: Building a National Women’s Caucus

Deadline: 1 September 2016 The Embassy of the United States of America in Cameroon is seeking proposals from eligible organizations for a program entitled “The Secretary’s Full Participation Fund: Building a National Women’s Caucus” with an aim to lift women’s voices in civic leadership and to … [Read more...] about The Secretary’s Full Participation Fund: Building a National Women’s Caucus

National Institutes of Health: Center of Excellence for Research on Complementary and Integrative Health

Deadline: 7 January 2020 National Institutes of Health is currently inviting applications for its Center of Excellence for Research on Complementary and Integrative Health (CERCIH) program with an aim to support three or more highly meritorious projects that can offer significant scientific … [Read more...] about National Institutes of Health: Center of Excellence for Research on Complementary and Integrative Health

PRB Call for Applications: Women’s Edition-Asia program for Women Journalists

Deadline: 1 September 2016 The Population Reference Bureau (PRB) is inviting applications for its new Women’s Edition-Asia program, bringing together senior-level women journalists—editors, reporters, and producers, to examine important topics related to women’s reproductive health and … [Read more...] about PRB Call for Applications: Women’s Edition-Asia program for Women Journalists

AAU Small Grants: Graduate Internships targeting Eastern & Southern Africa and Francophone Member Universities

Deadline: 15 August 2016 The Association of African Universities (AAU) with the support of the Swedish International Development Agency (Sida), is currently inviting students from African universities to acquire employable skills for the world of work upon graduation from their … [Read more...] about AAU Small Grants: Graduate Internships targeting Eastern & Southern Africa and Francophone Member Universities

Disability Awareness Raising Grant Scheme 2016: Improving Attitudes towards People with Disabilities

Deadline: 11 August 2016 The Department of Justice and Equality is currently inviting applications from organizations for its Disability Awareness Raising Grant Scheme 2016 with an aim to support the promotion of positive attitudes towards persons with disabilities. The Department of Justice … [Read more...] about Disability Awareness Raising Grant Scheme 2016: Improving Attitudes towards People with Disabilities

Fish and Wildlife Service: Single Source Award to The Wildlife Society

Deadline: 28 August 2016 The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) is currently inviting applications for its Single Source Award to The Wildlife Society with an aim to “work with others to conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife, and plants and their habitats for the continuing benefit of … [Read more...] about Fish and Wildlife Service: Single Source Award to The Wildlife Society

Nestlé Foundation: Supporting Research in Human Nutrition with Public Health

Deadline: 10 January 2017 The Nestlé Foundation is seeking letter of intent (LoI) for its various grant programs with an aim to initiate and support research in human nutrition with public health relevance in low-income and lower middle-income countries. The results of the research projects should … [Read more...] about Nestlé Foundation: Supporting Research in Human Nutrition with Public Health

ICSU Call for Applications: Understanding the “Energy-Health-Natural Disasters” nexus in African Cities

Deadline: 15 August 2016 The International Council for Science (ICSU), in partnership with the Network of African Science Academies (NASAC) and the International Social Science Council (ISSC), is currently seeking pre-proposals to identify collaborative research projects engaging atleast with two … [Read more...] about ICSU Call for Applications: Understanding the “Energy-Health-Natural Disasters” nexus in African Cities

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation: Inviting Organizations to Support & Strengthen Geospatial Data in Africa

Deadline: 5 August 2016 The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is currently inviting applications from eligible organizations for its Geospatial Data in Africa with an aim to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of creating and using location-based analysis to accelerate the reduction of … [Read more...] about Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation: Inviting Organizations to Support & Strengthen Geospatial Data in Africa

Open Society Foundation: Providing Grants for the Mental Health Initiatives

Deadline: Ongoing Open Society Foundation is seeking applications for the Mental Health Initiative, part of the Open Society Public Health Program, provides grants to projects that stimulate the reform of national health, social welfare, and employment policies. The initiative also provides … [Read more...] about Open Society Foundation: Providing Grants for the Mental Health Initiatives

The Innocent Foundation: Seed Funding for Charities in UK

Deadline: Ongoing The Innocent Foundation is seeking applications for its Seed Funding with an aim to help partner charities get new projects off the ground. Applicant's project focuses on sustainable agriculture activities, helping communities grow enough to feed and support themselves. While … [Read more...] about The Innocent Foundation: Seed Funding for Charities in UK

Call for Proposals: Research on Forced Migration and Humanitarian Assistance

Deadline: 5 August 2016 The Response 2 Resilience (R2R), a non-profit organization is seeking proposals for a programme entitled "Forced Migration and Humanitarian Assistance: Critical Implications and Integral Solutions" with an aim to improve the humanitarian response to crises and protracted … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Research on Forced Migration and Humanitarian Assistance

Empowers Africa: Improving access to Education, Healthcare and Business Opportunities

Deadline: Rolling The Empowers Africa is seeking applications to fund and supports programs in the areas of human empowerment, wildlife protection and land conservation in Sub-Saharan Africa. It supports programs that empower communities by improving access to education, healthcare and business … [Read more...] about Empowers Africa: Improving access to Education, Healthcare and Business Opportunities

Joint Global Health Trials Scheme: Improving Health in Low and Middle Income Countries

Deadline: 15 September 2016 The UK Department for International Development (DFID), the UK Medical Research Council (MRC), the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) and the Wellcome Trust have jointly announced a seventh call for proposals to fund global health trials in order to generate … [Read more...] about Joint Global Health Trials Scheme: Improving Health in Low and Middle Income Countries

Call for Proposals: HRP/TDR/PAHO Joint Small Grants Programme on Zika

Deadline: 15 September 2016 The World Health Organization’s (WHO) Regional Office for the Americas - the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) is currently inviting applications for its HRP/TDR/PAHO Joint Small Grants Programme on Zika with an aim to approach the Zika virus (ZIKV) outbreak in a … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: HRP/TDR/PAHO Joint Small Grants Programme on Zika

NWO-WOTRO Call for Proposals: Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Research Programme

Deadline: 13 October 2016 NWO-WOTRO is currently inviting proposals for its Sexual and Reproductive Health Research (SRHR) Programme with an aim to generate insights in and a better understanding of processes that determine and strengthen the sexual and reproductive health of people, as well as … [Read more...] about NWO-WOTRO Call for Proposals: Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Research Programme

Fund for Local Cooperation: Improving the Functioning of Local Civil Society in Namibia

Deadline: 29 August 2016 Embassy of Finland in Windhoek is seeking applications from eligible organizations for its Fund for Local Cooperation (FLC) in order to improve the functioning of civil society and capacity of private sector for implementing projects for socio-economically and … [Read more...] about Fund for Local Cooperation: Improving the Functioning of Local Civil Society in Namibia

Apply for Public Affairs Section Small Grants Program 2016!

Deadline: 31 August 2016 The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Cotonou is seeking proposals from eligible organisations and individuals for a program entitled "Public Affairs Section Small Grants Program 2016" with an aim to promote and shares U.S. values and culture with a … [Read more...] about Apply for Public Affairs Section Small Grants Program 2016!

Indian Health Service: National Indian Health Outreach and Education III – Health Reform

Deadline: 25 August 2016 The Indian Health Service (IHS) Office of Direct Service and Contracting Tribes (ODSCT) and the Office of Resource Access and Partnerships (ORAP) is currently inviting applications for its National Indian Health Outreach and Education III (NIHOE-III)-Health Reform that … [Read more...] about Indian Health Service: National Indian Health Outreach and Education III – Health Reform

The Waterloo Foundation’s Marine Programme: Inviting UK-based Charities

Deadline: 1 September 2016 The Waterloo Foundation (TWF) is currently inviting applicants from UK-based charities for its Marine Programme with an aim to support projects working to halt declining fish stocks that communities in developing countries rely on. Local projects Applications for local … [Read more...] about The Waterloo Foundation’s Marine Programme: Inviting UK-based Charities

EPA: Modeling of Climate Change Mitigation, Impacts and Adaptation

Deadline: 12 September 2016 Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is currently inviting applications for its grant program entitled "Modeling of Climate Change Mitigation, Impacts and Adaptation" with an aim to advance the field of climate economic modeling to assist decision makers and the public … [Read more...] about EPA: Modeling of Climate Change Mitigation, Impacts and Adaptation

Fish and Wildlife Service: Youth Engagement, Education, and Employment Programs

Deadline: 5 August 2016 The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) is currently inviting applications for its Youth Engagement, Education, and Employment Programs with an aim to provide youth hires to support community outreach projects at Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge in New … [Read more...] about Fish and Wildlife Service: Youth Engagement, Education, and Employment Programs

Program Expansion Supplement: Enhancing HIV/AIDS Communication, Prevention & Care under PEPFAR

Deadline: 25 September 2016 The Centers for Disease Control (CDC), an agency of Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking applications from eligible organizations for a program entitled “Program Expansion Supplement: Increasing Access to HIV Confidential Voluntary Counseling and … [Read more...] about Program Expansion Supplement: Enhancing HIV/AIDS Communication, Prevention & Care under PEPFAR

Program Expansion Supplement: Improving HIV/AIDS Care and Treatment under PEPFAR

Deadline: 25 September 2016 The Centers for Disease Control (CDC), an agency of Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking applications from eligible organizations for a program entitled “Program Expansion Supplement: Supporting Laboratory Diagnosis and Monitoring to Scale up and … [Read more...] about Program Expansion Supplement: Improving HIV/AIDS Care and Treatment under PEPFAR

National Coalition Funding Stream: Supporting Advancement of the CRPD at National Levels

The Disability Rights Fund's National Coalition Funding Stream supports the advancement of the CRPD at national levels through lobbying for legislative changes (including but not limited to CRPD ratification), monitoring and reporting on implementation of the CRPD or other international human rights … [Read more...] about National Coalition Funding Stream: Supporting Advancement of the CRPD at National Levels

Mid-Level Coalition Funding Stream: Supporting Civil Society Coalitions at Sub-National Levels

The Mid-Level Coalition funding stream by Disability Rights Fund (DRF) supports civil society coalitions at sub-national levels to ensure that national legislation and policy addressing the rights of PWDs is implemented at these levels, including through establishment of budgets. In addition, this … [Read more...] about Mid-Level Coalition Funding Stream: Supporting Civil Society Coalitions at Sub-National Levels

Small Grants Funding Stream: Strengthening the Capacity of Persons with Disabilities

The Disability Rights Fund (DRF) is seeking applicants for its Small Grants Funding Stream in order to strengthen the capacity of persons with disabilities (PWDs) to participate more actively in decision-making processes in CRPD implementation and monitoring or to advocate for the advancement of … [Read more...] about Small Grants Funding Stream: Strengthening the Capacity of Persons with Disabilities

Submit LOIs for Disability Rights Fund’s Three Grant Programmes!

Deadline: 18 August 2016 The Disability Rights Fund (DRF) is accepting letters of inquiry (LOIs) for its second grant-making round – small grants, mid-level coalition grants and national coalition grants 2016, with an aim to strengthen their participation in the advancement of human rights of … [Read more...] about Submit LOIs for Disability Rights Fund’s Three Grant Programmes!

USAID Annual Program Statement: Education for Deaf and Blind Children in Mali

Deadline: 29 September 2016 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Mali is seeking applications from eligible organisations with an aim to improve the quality and accessibility of education for Deaf and Blind Children (DBC) through the promotion of inclusive education … [Read more...] about USAID Annual Program Statement: Education for Deaf and Blind Children in Mali

The Kent Richard Hofmann Foundation: Grants to Fight against HIV and AIDS

Deadline: 2 September 2016 The Kent Richard Hofmann Foundation is currently inviting applications for its Grants program with an aim to dedicate to the fight against HIV and AIDS. Grants are made to support developing or established programs, with emphasis on direct benefit to clients or target … [Read more...] about The Kent Richard Hofmann Foundation: Grants to Fight against HIV and AIDS

NCCRAHS Mini-Grant Program: Prevention of Childhood Agricultural Disease & Injury

Deadline: 17 August 2016 The National Children’s Center for Rural and Agricultural Health and Safety (NCCRAHS) is seeking applicants for its Mini-Grant Program with an aim to support small-scale projects and pilot studies that address prevention of childhood agricultural disease and injury. The … [Read more...] about NCCRAHS Mini-Grant Program: Prevention of Childhood Agricultural Disease & Injury

Call for Proposals: Fund to End Violence Against Children

Deadline: 28 August 2016 Fund to End Violence Against Children is seeking proposals for grants addressing its priority area "Online Child Sexual Exploitation" with an aim to provide financial support to programs which aim to further the Partnership’s second strategic goal of accelerating action to … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Fund to End Violence Against Children

Nokia Open Innovation Challenge 2016: Making Lives Better through Technology

Deadline: 15 August 2016 The Nokia Open Innovation Challenge 2016 invites innovative ideas, technologies, or business models addressing opportunities in Internet of Things (IoT) scope. The Challenge is arranged in partnership with venture firm Nokia growth partners, looks for futuristic … [Read more...] about Nokia Open Innovation Challenge 2016: Making Lives Better through Technology

NIST: Disaster Resilience (DR) Research Grants Program

Deadline: 23 September 2016 National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), United States Department of Commerce (DoC) is currently inviting applications for its Disaster Resilience (DR) Research Grants Program with an aim to advance the principles of resilience in building design and … [Read more...] about NIST: Disaster Resilience (DR) Research Grants Program

Apply for Open Education Global 2017 Conference!

Deadline: 17 October 2016 The Open Education Consortium and the University of Cape Town, is inviting proposals for its Open Education Global 2017 Conference that will take place in Cape Town, South Africa, from 8-10 March 2017. The theme of the Open Education Global 2017 Conference is ‘Open for … [Read more...] about Apply for Open Education Global 2017 Conference!

HCL Grant: Supporting NGOs working for the Upliftment of Rural India

Deadline: 15 September 2016 HCL Grant (‘The Grant’) invites eligible organizations to strengthen their capacities to strive for transformation in the areas of Education, Health and Environment. The Grant is meant to support such NGOs that reach out to marginalized, isolated and underdeveloped rural … [Read more...] about HCL Grant: Supporting NGOs working for the Upliftment of Rural India

Miss.Africa 2016 Seed Funding Round II: Seeking Applications for Tech Initiative for Women in Africa

Deadline: 15 November 2016 Miss.Africa Initiative led by DCA Academy, is pleased to announce a Seed Fund in Africa that will provide small grants to support women and girls in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields to launch or expand their own initiatives that will … [Read more...] about Miss.Africa 2016 Seed Funding Round II: Seeking Applications for Tech Initiative for Women in Africa

Big Lottery Fund: Seeking Applications for Empowering Young People Programme

Deadline: Ongoing Big Lottery Fund is seeking applications for its Empowering Young People programme with an aim to fund projects to help young people help themselves to develop skills and the capability to face challenges in their lives. The aim of Empowering Young People is to give young people … [Read more...] about Big Lottery Fund: Seeking Applications for Empowering Young People Programme

Call for Proposals: United Nations Trust Fund for Human Security

Deadline: 30 September 2016 The United Nations Trust Fund for Human Security (UNTFHS) finances activities carried out by UN organisations to demonstrate the added value of the human security approach and extend its usage and awareness both within and outside of the United Nations system. UNTFHS … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: United Nations Trust Fund for Human Security