Poverty Alleviation

CFAs: Strengthen Social Protection, Care Systems, and Public Financing for Children (Argentina)

Deadline: 29-Jun-2026 The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) is seeking partners in Argentina to support initiatives that reduce child poverty, strengthen social protection systems, improve care policies, and enhance public financing for children and adolescents. The call emphasizes evidence … [Read more...] about CFAs: Strengthen Social Protection, Care Systems, and Public Financing for Children (Argentina)

Applications open for Harcourts Foundation Grants (New Zealand)

Deadline: 26-Aug-2026 The Harcourts Foundation provides grants to community-based organisations across New Zealand that deliver positive social, educational, cultural, and community outcomes. Funding supports charities, schools, community groups, hospices, and other not-for-profit organisations … [Read more...] about Applications open for Harcourts Foundation Grants (New Zealand)

Applications open for Food and Drink Fund in United kingdom

Deadline: 27-Jul-2026 The Food and Drink Fund provides grants of up to £5,000 to support organizations in Suffolk that are working to improve nutrition, reduce food insecurity, and promote healthier eating habits. The fund prioritizes community-based initiatives such as foodbanks, school holiday … [Read more...] about Applications open for Food and Drink Fund in United kingdom

Application Open: Child Poverty Grants Programme (United Kingdom)

Deadline: 13-Jul-2026 The Child Poverty Grants Programme provides unrestricted funding to UK charities working to reduce and ultimately end child poverty. Through flexible two-year grants, the programme enables organisations to respond to emerging challenges, strengthen their operations, and … [Read more...] about Application Open: Child Poverty Grants Programme (United Kingdom)

CFAs: Study on Women’s Preferences Regarding Digital Payments in Senegal

Deadline: 19-Jun-2026 UNICEF is seeking expressions of interest for a study examining women’s preferences, experiences, and challenges related to digital payment systems in Senegal. The study will generate evidence to support the design of a gender-responsive digital payment model for social … [Read more...] about CFAs: Study on Women’s Preferences Regarding Digital Payments in Senegal

Call for Social Projects: Chartered Community of Navarre 2026 (Spain)

Deadline: 02-Jul-2026 The "la Caixa" Foundation is inviting applications for the Call for Social Projects – Chartered Community of Navarre 2026 to support initiatives that improve the quality of life of people experiencing social vulnerability, promote equal opportunities, strengthen social … [Read more...] about Call for Social Projects: Chartered Community of Navarre 2026 (Spain)

Call for Social Projects: Balearic Islands 2026 (Spain)

Deadline: 02-Jul-2026 The "la Caixa" Foundation is inviting applications for the Call for Social Projects Balearic Islands 2026 to support initiatives that improve the quality of life of people experiencing social vulnerability, promote equal opportunities, and strengthen social cohesion across the … [Read more...] about Call for Social Projects: Balearic Islands 2026 (Spain)

Applications open for Randal Charitable Foundation Fund (United Kingdom)

Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The Randal Charitable Foundation Fund provides grants to support small grassroots organisations working to improve the lives of people across Northamptonshire. Delivered through a partnership between the Randal Charitable Foundation and Northamptonshire Community Foundation, … [Read more...] about Applications open for Randal Charitable Foundation Fund (United Kingdom)

Morialta Charitable Trust Grants Supporting Children and Young People (Australia)

Deadline: 03-Jul-2026 Applications are open for the Morialta Charitable Trust Fund, an annual grant program that supports organizations delivering projects that improve the lives of children, young people, and their families across South Australia. The fund prioritizes initiatives that address … [Read more...] about Morialta Charitable Trust Grants Supporting Children and Young People (Australia)

2026 Canary Wharf Group Community Grant Programme (UK)

Deadline: 07-Sep-2026 The Canary Wharf Group Community Grant Programme 2026 provides funding for community-based projects that support education, skills development, employment opportunities, and wellbeing in Tower Hamlets. With a total annual fund of £330,000 and grants ranging from £500 to … [Read more...] about 2026 Canary Wharf Group Community Grant Programme (UK)

The Britford Bridge Trust Grants in United Kingdom

Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Britford Bridge Trust provides grant funding to support charitable initiatives focused on poverty relief, education, health, arts, culture, heritage, science, environmental protection, and support for people in need. The Trust primarily supports UK-registered organizations … [Read more...] about The Britford Bridge Trust Grants in United Kingdom

Open Call: Darwin Initiative Main Project (Round 32)

Deadline: 20-Jul-2026 The Darwin Initiative Main Round 32 is a UK Government funding programme supporting large-scale biodiversity conservation projects that also reduce poverty in eligible biodiversity-rich countries. The programme funds evidence-based, scalable, and sustainable interventions … [Read more...] about Open Call: Darwin Initiative Main Project (Round 32)

Call for Entries: Darwin Initiative Extra Grants (Round 32)

Deadline: 01-Jul-2026 The Darwin Initiative Extra Round 32 is a UK Government funding programme supporting large-scale biodiversity conservation projects that also deliver poverty reduction outcomes in eligible countries. The scheme funds scalable, evidence-based initiatives that address … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: Darwin Initiative Extra Grants (Round 32)

Apply now for Darwin Initiative Capability and Capacity Grants

Deadline: 31-Aug-2026 The Darwin Initiative Capability & Capacity Grants support organizations in eligible countries to strengthen institutional capacity for biodiversity conservation and multidimensional poverty reduction. The programme funds training, fellowships, mentoring, organizational … [Read more...] about Apply now for Darwin Initiative Capability and Capacity Grants

Global Citizen Waislitz Awards for Individuals

Deadline: 14-Jun-2026 Applications are now open for the 2026 Global Citizen Waislitz Awards, recognizing individuals worldwide whose innovative work is creating measurable impact in the fight against extreme poverty. The awards are presented by the Waislitz Foundation in partnership with Global … [Read more...] about Global Citizen Waislitz Awards for Individuals

Applications open for Undergraduate Scholarship Program (Spain)

Deadline: 29-May-2026 The “la Caixa” Foundation scholarship programme provides financial support to outstanding students with limited financial resources to begin undergraduate or higher artistic education in Spain. The initiative aims to promote equal access to higher education and support … [Read more...] about Applications open for Undergraduate Scholarship Program (Spain)

Call for Proposals: Child Poverty and Early Education Access

Deadline: 23-Sep-2026 The European Commission is supporting research projects focused on reducing child poverty and improving disadvantaged children’s access to quality Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) in the European Union. The initiative is part of the Horizon Europe Culture, Creativity … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Child Poverty and Early Education Access

CFAs: Strengthening Social Protection for Women and Children in Rajasthan (India)

Deadline: 30-May-2026 The UNICEF grant initiative aims to strengthen social protection systems for women and children in Rajasthan by improving welfare scheme coverage, institutional coordination, and service delivery for vulnerable populations. The programme focuses on multidimensional poverty … [Read more...] about CFAs: Strengthening Social Protection for Women and Children in Rajasthan (India)

CFPs: Emergency Food and Cash Assistance Programme (Afghanistan)

Deadline: 07-Jun-2026 The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking implementing partners to deliver urgent food assistance and emergency response support in northeastern Afghanistan, particularly in Takhar, Baghlan, Kunduz, and Badakhshan provinces. The programme addresses severe food insecurity, … [Read more...] about CFPs: Emergency Food and Cash Assistance Programme (Afghanistan)

Hindu BusinessLine Changemaker Awards for Transformative Impact (India)

Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Hindu BusinessLine is accepting nominations for the Changemaker Awards 2026 to recognise individuals, organisations, and institutions driving transformative impact across business, society, technology, sustainability, and financial inclusion in India. The awards celebrate … [Read more...] about Hindu BusinessLine Changemaker Awards for Transformative Impact (India)

Call for Social Projects Castile and León 2026 (Spain)

Deadline: 11-Jun-2026 The “la Caixa” Foundation has launched the Call for Social Projects Castile and León 2026 to support initiatives that improve the lives of people in situations of social vulnerability. The programme promotes social inclusion, equal opportunities, social … [Read more...] about Call for Social Projects Castile and León 2026 (Spain)

Applications open for Social Projects Castilla-La Mancha 2026 (Spain)

Deadline: 11-Jun-2026 The “la Caixa” Foundation has launched the Call for Social Projects Castilla-La Mancha 2026 to support initiatives that improve the quality of life of people in situations of social vulnerability. The programme promotes social inclusion, equal opportunities, and stronger … [Read more...] about Applications open for Social Projects Castilla-La Mancha 2026 (Spain)

Apply Now: G. Murray and Edna Forbes Foundation Fund (Canada)

Deadline: 01-Sep-2026 The G. Murray and Edna Forbes Foundation Fund, administered by the Saskatchewan Community Foundation, provides project-based and operating grants to support charitable initiatives in South Saskatchewan. The fund focuses on community development areas such as arts, education, … [Read more...] about Apply Now: G. Murray and Edna Forbes Foundation Fund (Canada)

Open Call: Megawatt Community Energy Fund Grant (United Kingdom)

Deadline: 28-May-2026 The Megawatt Community Energy Fund Grant is a community-focused funding programme supporting local action on climate change and energy affordability. It is designed to empower organisations to deliver practical, inclusive, and impactful sustainability initiatives. The fund is … [Read more...] about Open Call: Megawatt Community Energy Fund Grant (United Kingdom)

Call for Applications: OSC Grant Program (Hong Kong)

Deadline: 10-Jun-2026 Operation Santa Claus is a funding initiative designed to support small-to-medium charitable organisations in Hong Kong. It helps organisations respond to evolving community needs and address service gaps. The programme strengthens social impact by empowering agile, locally … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: OSC Grant Program (Hong Kong)

RFAs: Hawarden Relief in Need Fund for Community Welfare Organisations (UK)

Deadline: 01-Mar-2027 The Hawarden and District Relief in Need Fund for organisations is a community-focused funding programme supporting organisations working with vulnerable people in the Hawarden area of the United Kingdom. It is administered through the Community Foundation Wales and aims to … [Read more...] about RFAs: Hawarden Relief in Need Fund for Community Welfare Organisations (UK)

Apply Now: Hawarden and District Relief in Need Fund for Individuals (UK)

Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The Hawarden and District Relief in Need Fund for Individuals is a targeted hardship relief programme supporting individuals facing emergency or ongoing financial crisis. It is delivered through partner organisations registered with the Community Foundation Wales and focuses … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Hawarden and District Relief in Need Fund for Individuals (UK)

Just Transition Fund for the North East and Moray (United Kingdom)

Deadline: 22-May-2026 The Just Transition Fund (JTF) is offering up to £2.5 million in grant funding for community and social enterprise projects in North East Scotland and Moray that support the transition to net zero and economic diversification away from carbon-intensive industries. Grants range … [Read more...] about Just Transition Fund for the North East and Moray (United Kingdom)

Call for Proposals: Food Security and Cash Assistance in Kandahar Region (Afghanistan)

Deadline: 21-May-2026 The World Food Programme (WFP) is implementing urgent food security and cash assistance in Kandahar, Afghanistan to address acute hunger, malnutrition, and crisis-driven displacement. The programme uses early warning systems and rapid response mechanisms to deliver targeted … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Food Security and Cash Assistance in Kandahar Region (Afghanistan)

Call for Applications: In Country Micro Projects Scheme

Deadline: 22-May-2026 The In-Country Micro Project Scheme is a small-grants programme designed to support grassroots organisations working directly with vulnerable and marginalised communities. Funded by Irish Aid and managed through the Embassy of Ireland in New Delhi, the scheme aims to promote … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: In Country Micro Projects Scheme

CFAs: Alleviating Household Energy Poverty Initiative

Deadline: 16-Sep-2026 The European Commission is offering €6,000,000 in grants to support actions that reduce energy poverty across Europe. The initiative focuses on improving energy efficiency, lowering energy costs, and enhancing living conditions for vulnerable households. Projects must promote … [Read more...] about CFAs: Alleviating Household Energy Poverty Initiative

Albert & Barbara Tucker Foundation Grant Opportunity 2026 (Australia)

Deadline: 31-May-2026 The Albert & Barbara Tucker Foundation is inviting Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for its 2026 grants, offering up to $25,000 per year to Australian charities. The funding supports projects focused on people, animals, and the environment, with priority given to grassroots … [Read more...] about Albert & Barbara Tucker Foundation Grant Opportunity 2026 (Australia)

BCP Crisis and Resilience Fund Programme (UK)

Deadline: 04-Jun-2026 The BCP Crisis and Resilience Fund supports community organisations in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole to deliver long-term solutions that reduce poverty and strengthen financial resilience. The programme provides tiered annual funding to local nonprofits … [Read more...] about BCP Crisis and Resilience Fund Programme (UK)

Call for Applications: Rampion Community Benefit Fund (UK)

Deadline: 19-May-2026 The Rampion Community Benefit Fund, managed by the Sussex Community Foundation and established by Rampion Offshore Wind Ltd, provides grants to support energy resilience and environmental sustainability across parts of Sussex. The fund offers up to £10,000 for community … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Rampion Community Benefit Fund (UK)

CFPs: Advancing Sustainable, Community-Driven Solutions to Poverty (US)

Deadline: 27-Jun-2026 The Light a Single Candle Foundation offers grants to support community-driven projects that create sustainable solutions to poverty. The program focuses on food security, economic development, and long-term self-sufficiency across select regions, including … [Read more...] about CFPs: Advancing Sustainable, Community-Driven Solutions to Poverty (US)

Call for Social Projects International Cooperation 2026

Deadline: 20-May-2026 The International Cooperation Social Innovation Grant provides up to €50,000 to support projects that reduce poverty and inequality in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. It funds initiatives in entrepreneurship, health, and education using community-driven innovation approaches. … [Read more...] about Call for Social Projects International Cooperation 2026

Souter Charitable Trust Opens Grants for UK Charities

Deadline: 27-Apr-2026 The Souter Charitable Trust provides small grants (typically £1,000–£3,000) to UK-registered charities working to relieve human suffering in the UK and internationally. The Trust supports humanitarian projects focused on poverty relief, health, and community welfare, with a … [Read more...] about Souter Charitable Trust Opens Grants for UK Charities

Comic Relief and Sainsbury’s Holiday Activity and Food Programme (UK)

Deadline: 23-Apr-2026 The Comic Relief and Sainsbury’s Holiday Activity and Food Programme provides up to £15,000 for organisations in Greater Manchester to deliver summer holiday food and activity schemes for children. It focuses on tackling food poverty, improving access to … [Read more...] about Comic Relief and Sainsbury’s Holiday Activity and Food Programme (UK)

Call for Social Projects Andalusia 2026 (Spain)

Deadline: 14-May-2026 The Andalusia 2026 Social Projects Call by the “la Caixa” Foundation provides grants of up to €50,000 for projects that support vulnerable populations and promote social inclusion in Andalusia. The program funds initiatives addressing poverty, disability, mental health, and … [Read more...] about Call for Social Projects Andalusia 2026 (Spain)

Portsmouth City Community Fund Supporting Community Wellbeing (UK)

Deadline: 20-Apr-2026 The Portsmouth City Community Fund 2026 provides £1,000 to £5,000 in grants for nonprofit organisations delivering projects that reduce poverty and improve health and wellbeing in Portsmouth. The fund supports initiatives for people facing hardship, including mental health … [Read more...] about Portsmouth City Community Fund Supporting Community Wellbeing (UK)

Small Grant for Community and Environment (United Kingdom)

Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The Small Grant funding programme supports registered charitable organisations delivering community-focused initiatives across Sussex, UK. It provides up to £10,000 for projects in youth services, elderly care, disability support, homelessness, hospice care, and … [Read more...] about Small Grant for Community and Environment (United Kingdom)

Apply now for Dana Foundation Grants Programme 2026

Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The Dana Foundation Grants Programme 2026 provides flexible, unrestricted funding of up to €150,000 over three years to locally led organisations addressing multidimensional poverty. It focuses on long-term impact through trust-based philanthropy, supporting community-driven, … [Read more...] about Apply now for Dana Foundation Grants Programme 2026

D-Prize: Funding Ambitious Poverty-Alleviation Ventures

Deadline: 17-May-2026 D-Prize is a global seed funding program that supports early-stage entrepreneurs building ventures to distribute proven, evidence-based solutions to reduce poverty. It offers up to $20,000 in funding (average ~$16,000) to help founders launch scalable social impact … [Read more...] about D-Prize: Funding Ambitious Poverty-Alleviation Ventures

Call for Proposals: Nelson Mandela Ubuntu Initiatives (South Africa)

Deadline: 31-May-2026 The National Heritage Council (NHC) has launched the 2026/27 Ubuntu Initiatives Call for Support to fund community-driven projects that promote Ubuntu as a living heritage. The program will support one project in each of South Africa’s nine provinces, with a focus on … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Nelson Mandela Ubuntu Initiatives (South Africa)

Community Grants Programme to Support Local Organisations (UK)

Deadline: 17-Jul-2026 The Community Grants programme in Wiltshire and Swindon provides funding to voluntary and community organisations to address poverty, improve wellbeing, and support children and young people. Grants range from £750 to £6,000 per year for up to three years, enabling … [Read more...] about Community Grants Programme to Support Local Organisations (UK)

Applications open for Stronger Communities Fund Program (UK)

Deadline: 31-May-2026 The Stronger Communities Fund, managed by Selwood Housing, provides small grants of up to £2,000 to support community projects that enhance well-being, promote inclusion, and improve local neighborhoods. The fund prioritizes initiatives that deliver measurable outcomes, foster … [Read more...] about Applications open for Stronger Communities Fund Program (UK)

Emergency Response Call for Proposal for Kabul Region (Afghanistan)

Deadline: 16-Apr-2026 The World Food Programme (WFP) seeks partners to implement emergency food security interventions in Afghanistan, targeting populations affected by conflict, malnutrition, and displacement. The program emphasizes hotspot response, contingency support for sudden shocks, and … [Read more...] about Emergency Response Call for Proposal for Kabul Region (Afghanistan)

Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects in Zambia

Deadline: 31-Jul-26 The Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects Programme (GGP Programme) provides flexible funding to support community development and human security initiatives in Zambia. It focuses on priority areas such as primary education, health care, poverty alleviation, … [Read more...] about Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects in Zambia

CFAs: Empowering Youth to Improve Child Health During Crises (Lesotho)

Deadline: 26-Apr-2026 UNICEF Lesotho invites Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to partner on adolescent-focused interventions improving child health outcomes during crises. The programme targets education, health, livelihoods, and social protection, aiming to enhance adolescent health, skills … [Read more...] about CFAs: Empowering Youth to Improve Child Health During Crises (Lesotho)

Call for EOIs: Child Participation for National Action Plan (Montenegro)

Deadline: 06-Apr-2026 UNICEF invites civil society organizations to support child participation in developing Montenegro’s Child Guarantee National Action Plan. The initiative focuses on education, child protection, and social policy, enabling children aged 12–18 to conduct child-led research that … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Child Participation for National Action Plan (Montenegro)

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