Deadline: 4 March 2020 Nominations are now open for the 2020 Right Livelihood Award to honour and support courageous people solving global problems. The Award recognizes that, in striving to meet the human challenges of today’s world, the most inspiring and remarkable work often defies any standard classification. Cash & Honorary Award Typically, the Jury selects recipients for three Cash Awards and one Honorary Award each year. The Honorary Award is for candidates whose … [Read more...] about 2020 Right Livelihood Award to honour and support Courageous People Solving Global Problems
Latest Grants and Resources for Livelihood Development
Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP) for NGOs in Cameroon
Deadline: 31 May 2020 The Embassy of Japan in Cameroon is currently accepting applications for its Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP) to organized groups in order to help them carry out projects at grassroots level. Founded in 1993, this grant has contributed to the development and improvement of the livelihoods of less privileged people. Funding Information The maximum amount of the grant is about 50,000,000 FCFA for each project. (It may change depending … [Read more...] about Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP) for NGOs in Cameroon
The SAGE Fund for NGOs to Strengthen Women’s Economic Justice
Deadline: 14 December 2019 The Strengthening Accountability in the Global Economy (SAGE) Fund is currently seeking two-page concept notes from organisations implementing innovative efforts to strengthen women’s economic justice and secure women’s livelihoods. The Fund will design a learning process to accompany the Request for Proposals, sharing analysis and opportunities with the field and building synergies across the projects. Project Criteria In 2020, the Fund will make 5-7 … [Read more...] about The SAGE Fund for NGOs to Strengthen Women’s Economic Justice
2020 Innovation for Inclusive Trade Challenge inviting Applications from around the World
Deadline: 31 January 2020 Mohammed bin Rashid Initiative for Global Prosperity is seeking applications for its "Innovation for Inclusive Trade - How can rural communities increase their access to new supply chains and markets in order to create better livelihoods for themselves?" Challenge with an aim to find and support solutions that will enable inclusive trade in rural communities. To do so, the Mohammed bin Rashid Initiative for Global Prosperity is seeking applications from … [Read more...] about 2020 Innovation for Inclusive Trade Challenge inviting Applications from around the World
Lead 2030 Challenge SDG 9- Supported by Standard Chartered. How can we re-imagine solutions to finance the growth of SMEs and trade to unlock prosperity for the world’s communities?
Deadline: 5 January 2020 Sustainable Development Goal 9 (SDG 9) is based on three interconnected pillars: infrastructure, industry and innovation. How can we re-imagine these as facilitators of growth and development in a connected world? 80% of world trade is believed to be intermediated through global supply chains. 90% of business worldwide is driven by small and medium sized enterprises, in turn driving up to 60% of employment. 80% of global merchandise annual trade flows rely on … [Read more...] about Lead 2030 Challenge SDG 9- Supported by Standard Chartered. How can we re-imagine solutions to finance the growth of SMEs and trade to unlock prosperity for the world’s communities?
Innovation Fund to promote Social Innovation in the Resilience-Building Sector in Ethiopia
Deadline: 16 December 2019 Applicants are invited to apply for the RESET Plus Innovation Fund which is financed by EU- Horn of Africa trust fund and managed by ICCO Cooperation in collaboration with the affiliated partner Fair and Sustainable (F&S). The objective of the RESET Innovation Fund within the EU Resilience Building Ethiopia (RESET) programme is to foster innovative approaches in resilience-building that are generated from the grass-roots level and that complement existing … [Read more...] about Innovation Fund to promote Social Innovation in the Resilience-Building Sector in Ethiopia
Apply Now for 2020-21 AIF William J. Clinton Fellowship For Service in India
Deadline: 20 January 2020 American India Foundation (AIF) is seeking applications for its William J. Clinton Fellowship For Service in India that Helps transform the lives of millions of people in India by giving a little. The American India Foundation (AIF) is committed to catalyzing social and economic change in India, and building a lasting bridge between the United States and India through high-impact interventions in education, livelihoods, public health, and leadership development. … [Read more...] about Apply Now for 2020-21 AIF William J. Clinton Fellowship For Service in India
IOM announces Call for Proposals for “Supporting Livelihoods of Communities in Libya”
Deadline: 30 September 2019 International Organization for Migration (IOM) is currently accepting applications from implementing partners that can undertake the task of designing and conducting various livelihoods projects in one or more of the program target areas, as well as facilitate the management and administration of in-kind support. Every project proposal for supporting micro-entrepreneurs through capacity building and provision of in-kind support should include the following … [Read more...] about IOM announces Call for Proposals for “Supporting Livelihoods of Communities in Libya”
Invitation for NGOs to Design Projects to Create Livelihood Opportunities for Rural Communities in Barmer, Rajasthan
Deadline: 26 September 2019 The Cairn Foundation is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from experienced NGOs, for-profit organizations, charitable organizations, trusts, and other development organizations with proven capabilities and demonstrated performance on skill development to participate in a Competitive Bidding Process (CB) to “Design, Develop and Execute Sustainable Agriculture and Natural Resource Management Projects to Support and Create Livelihood Opportunities for Rural … [Read more...] about Invitation for NGOs to Design Projects to Create Livelihood Opportunities for Rural Communities in Barmer, Rajasthan
Nigerian Conservation Foundation offering Research Grants to Nigerian Citizens
Deadline: 30 November 2019 The Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) with support from Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL) is currently inviting Nigerian citizens for its Chief S.L Edu Research Grant program to undertake research work in fields related to nature conservation and sustainable livelihood. The Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) is the premier Non Governmental Organisation (NGO) dedicated to nature conservation and sustainable development in Nigeria. Established in 1980, the … [Read more...] about Nigerian Conservation Foundation offering Research Grants to Nigerian Citizens
Regional Development and Protection Programme (RDPP) for Lebanon, Jordan and Iraq
Deadline: 1 October 2019 Through this call for concept notes the European Regional Development and Protection Programme (RDPP) is open to receive submissions contributing to one or more of the thematic areas. With a humanitarian-development nexus approach to programming, the RDPP for Lebanon, Jordan and Iraq aims at supporting civil society, host governments, donors and other stakeholders in understanding and mitigating the impact of protracted forced displacement from Syria. Through … [Read more...] about Regional Development and Protection Programme (RDPP) for Lebanon, Jordan and Iraq
Call for Proposals to NGOs/CBOs for Sustainable Livelihoods Projects in Zimbabwe
Deadline: 24 September 2019 Through this Call for Proposals, UNDP is inviting interested NGOs/CBOs to develop innovative proposals for projects towards supporting awareness and education on conservation, sustainable livelihood activities on community based Sustainable Forest Management (SFM), Sustainable Land Management (SLM) and Human Wildlife Conflict (HWC) Management, Alternative Sources of Income and Energy in targeted Community Wildlife Conservancies (CWCs) in Hurungwe, Mbire and … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals to NGOs/CBOs for Sustainable Livelihoods Projects in Zimbabwe
Arab Council for the Social Sciences announces Research Grants Program (RGP)
Deadline: 17 November 2019 The Arab Council for the Social Sciences (ACSS) has announced the seventh cycle of its Research Grants Program (RGP) on the theme of “Health and Livelihoods in the Arab Region: Wellbeing, Vulnerability and Conflict”. The ACSS Research Grants Program (RGP) is a funding opportunity that aims to support research across disciplinary boundaries and methodological approaches on key themes of concern to the Arab region. This program is funded by a grant provided to … [Read more...] about Arab Council for the Social Sciences announces Research Grants Program (RGP)
IFAD’s Call for Proposals to improve Livelihoods, Food and Nutrition Security and Climate Resilience (Malawi, Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire)
Deadline: 2 September 2019 The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) has launched an open call for a total amount of up to US$3.5 million to implement a project titled: Integrated fish-rice-vegetable food systems for improved livelihoods, food and nutrition security and climate resilience in Malawi, Ghana and Cote d’Ivoire: Scaling-up lessons learnt from Cambodia (or south Asia). The overall goal of this project is to improve livelihoods, food and nutrition security, and … [Read more...] about IFAD’s Call for Proposals to improve Livelihoods, Food and Nutrition Security and Climate Resilience (Malawi, Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire)
KALRO: Upscaling Agricultural Technologies to Enhance Productivity and Incomes for Smallholder Farmers in Kenya
Deadline: 20 September 2019 The Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO) is inviting interested entities and organizations working with small-holder farmers, pastoralists and fisher folk to submit proposals to upscale and promote adoption of existing proven and climate smart technologies that have been developed by KALRO and its partners. KALRO is the premier research organization, charged with the main mandate of promoting, streamlining, coordinating and regulating … [Read more...] about KALRO: Upscaling Agricultural Technologies to Enhance Productivity and Incomes for Smallholder Farmers in Kenya
Temasek Foundation opens sixth Call for Proposals for Sustainable, Innovative Solutions to Improve Liveability (Singapore)
Deadline: 30 September 2019 Temasek Foundation Ecosperity is seeking the sixth call for proposals for sustainable, innovative solutions to improve liveability. Temasek Foundation supports a diverse range of programmes that uplift lives and communities in Singapore and beyond. Temasek Foundation’s programmes, made possible through philanthropic endowments gifted by Temasek, strive towards achieving positive outcomes for individuals and communities now, and for generations to come. It … [Read more...] about Temasek Foundation opens sixth Call for Proposals for Sustainable, Innovative Solutions to Improve Liveability (Singapore)
UN-Habitat Philippines’ Sustainable Livelihood Development for Conflict-Affected Communities
Deadline: 4 August 2019 The UN-Habitat is inviting qualified not-for-profit organizations with experience in urban, peri-urban and rural livelihoods to implement the livelihood component of the Rebuilding Marawi through Community- Driven Shelter and Livelihood Project. This project supports households and communities displaced during the Marawi siege with sustainable livelihoods support and to improve capacities through community development, enterprise development, trainings, linking and … [Read more...] about UN-Habitat Philippines’ Sustainable Livelihood Development for Conflict-Affected Communities
U.S. Embassy Nouakchott – PGO Annual Program Statement
Deadline: 3 September 2019 The U.S. Embassy in Mauritania has announced that it is accepting proposals – pending funding availability – through its Program and Grants Office (PGO). Program Description Special Self Help: The purpose of the small grants program is to award a limited number of grants to civil society organizations, nonprofit-organizations, local associations, youth groups, cooperatives, and non-governmental organizations to empower vulnerable communities in order … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Nouakchott – PGO Annual Program Statement
Call For Proposals: F-Sure Karamoja Project Micro-Grants
Deadline: 9 August 2019 The UNDP GEF Small Grants Programme is currently accepting applications/proposals from registered indigenous non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and community based organizations (CBOs) for grants to implement community level projects that enhance ecosystem services, adopt sustainable land management practices, and innovate alternative livelihood options in six districts of Karamoja Region comprising: Moroto, Kotido, Kaabong, Karenga, Nakapiripirit and … [Read more...] about Call For Proposals: F-Sure Karamoja Project Micro-Grants
Dvara Research Fellowship Program 2019-20 for India
Deadline: 20 July 2019 The Rajasthan Shram Sarathi Association and the Household Finance Research Initiative at Dvara Research are jointly offering a Fellowship for conducting research and the themes is household finance of migrant households in India. The Fellowship Program invites institutional and independent academicians and scholars to submit research proposals that thematically cuts across various dimensions of labour migrant households, financial inclusion and household … [Read more...] about Dvara Research Fellowship Program 2019-20 for India
