Deadline: 31 March 2022 The Arigatou International has launched the Children’s Solutions Lab (CSL) 2022 Micro-Grants to support young people in taking action to address poverty affecting children in their communities through solutions based on education. The CSL seeks to promote ethical reflections among children about the root causes of poverty and how some cultural norms can impact the wellbeing of children and, ultimately, lead to child poverty. The initiative also aims to support … [Read more...] about Children’s Solutions Lab 2022 Micro-Grants
United States: Light A Single Candle Foundation Grant Program
Deadline: 27 June 2020 Light A Single Candle is seeking applications for its Grant Program 2020. The Light A Single Candle is a private foundation dedicated to the relief of poverty through effective partnerships that target: Food support, food security and food sustainability Microbusiness and economic development Development of individuals, families, and communities toward self-determination and an improved standard of living The Foundation believes the need for food and … [Read more...] about United States: Light A Single Candle Foundation Grant Program
Interreg V-A Lithuania-Poland Cooperation Programme announces 5th Call for Proposals
Deadline: 30 September 2020 The Interreg V-A Lithuania-Poland cooperation programme has launched the 5th open call for proposals for supporting bilateral cooperation projects. The Interreg V-A Lithuania-Poland cooperation programme (hereinafter – Programme) is the cross-border cooperation programme, partly financed from the European Regional Development Fund (hereinafter – ERDF) under the European territorial cooperation (hereinafter – ETC) goal for the period 2014-2020. The Programme is a … [Read more...] about Interreg V-A Lithuania-Poland Cooperation Programme announces 5th Call for Proposals
Comic Relief supports ‘No Child Goes Hungry – Community Support Programme’ in United Kingdom
Deadline: 3 July 2020 Comic Relief and the Community Foundation respond to child hunger in Northern Ireland as a direct result of the COVID-19 crisis. Through the Children Surviving and Thriving theme £100,000 is being directed towards a No Child Goes Hungry – Community Support Programme. The programme aims to contribute to community-based food provision responses that support local families with children under the age of 10 who may face food poverty as a result of school closures and/or … [Read more...] about Comic Relief supports ‘No Child Goes Hungry – Community Support Programme’ in United Kingdom
Trust for London offering Funding to tackle Poverty and Inequality
Deadline: 2 June 2020 The Trust for London is seeking applications to fund work which tackles poverty and inequality in the capital. The Trust supports work providing greater insights into the root causes of London’s social problems and how they can be overcome; activities which help people improve their lives; and work empowering Londoners to influence and change policy, practice and public attitudes. The Trust is particularly interested in new and imaginative ways of addressing the root … [Read more...] about Trust for London offering Funding to tackle Poverty and Inequality
2020 D-Prize to support New Entrepreneurs who can Distribute Proven Poverty Interventions
Deadline: 1 June 2020 Can you design a business or NGO that solves one of the Distribution Challenges? If yes, then apply for the 2020 D-Prize. Nominations are open for the 2020 D-Prize to support new entrepreneurs who can distribute proven poverty interventions. The world has already invented products and services to end poverty. Yet millions of people still don’t have access. D-Prize Challenges WASH Chlorine dispenser chalenge Girl's Education Sugar daddy … [Read more...] about 2020 D-Prize to support New Entrepreneurs who can Distribute Proven Poverty Interventions
Leaders Advancing Democracy (LEAD) Mongolia 2020 U.S. Exchange Program
Deadline: 10 May 2020 Are you committed to positive change in Mongolia? Do you have passion and drive, but need an opportunity to exercise your potential? Do you have unique ideas and want to build on your ideas with others? If you answered ‘yes’ to all, then you may be an ideal LEAD Mongolia Fellow! The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) in Mongolia is pleased to announce that application is now open for the LEAD Mongolia 2020 U.S. Exchange Program implemented by World … [Read more...] about Leaders Advancing Democracy (LEAD) Mongolia 2020 U.S. Exchange Program
2020 Dining for Women Grant fostering Good Health, Education and Economic Self-Sufficiency in Developing Countries
Deadline: 24 April 2020 Dining for Women is seeking Letters of Intent (LOIs) for its 2020 Grant Cycle to support grassroots international organizations empowering women and girls living in extreme poverty. Dining for Women funds projects that foster good health, education, and economic self-sufficiency in developing countries. They are devoted to educating and inspiring individuals to make a difference and fight global poverty through the power of collective giving. Priority … [Read more...] about 2020 Dining for Women Grant fostering Good Health, Education and Economic Self-Sufficiency in Developing Countries
Australian High Commission in Tonga seeking Applications for Direct Aid Program 2020
Deadline: 29 May 2020 The Direct Aid Program (DAP) is a community development program funded by the Australian Government. The program aims to support projects with a strong development focus that complement Australia's broader aid program which contributes to sustainable economic growth and poverty reduction. Grants of up to 8000 pa’anga are available for proposals that can demonstrate a strong benefit to local communities in line with the priorities of the Australian Aid program in … [Read more...] about Australian High Commission in Tonga seeking Applications for Direct Aid Program 2020
Innovations Against Poverty (IAP) launches Second Call for Proposals for Cambodia, Ethiopia, Uganda or Zambia
Deadline: 15 May 2020 The call is designed for companies that have been operational for at least two years (with a local partner in case of foreign companies) in Cambodia, Ethiopia, Uganda or Zambia and are active in the following sectors: agriculture & food, energy, or water, sanitation and hygiene (WaSH). All ICT based innovations should be applied to one of the three main sectors (it is not a stand-alone focal sector). Innovations Against Poverty (IAP) is a specialized fund with the … [Read more...] about Innovations Against Poverty (IAP) launches Second Call for Proposals for Cambodia, Ethiopia, Uganda or Zambia
UK Aid Direct accepting Applications for Small Charities Challenge Fund (SCCF)
Deadline: 24 September 2020 UK Aid Direct is seeking applications for its Small Charities Challenge Fund (SCCF) to build the capacity of small and medium sized organisations, to support the UK’s commitment to achieving the Global Goals. Small Charities Challenge Fund (SCCF) launched in 2017 as a two-year pilot funding opportunity for small, UK-registered, grassroots charities and not-for-profit organisations doing outstanding development work. UK Aid Direct priorities reflect the UK … [Read more...] about UK Aid Direct accepting Applications for Small Charities Challenge Fund (SCCF)
Embassy of Finland in Kenya announces 2020 Fund for Local Cooperation
Deadline: 20 May 2020 The Embassy of Finland in Nairobi has announced a call for project proposals for 2020 Fund for Local Cooperation (FLC). FLC plays a complimentary role to the Finnish development co-operation programme in Kenya, with the aim of reducing poverty and inequality. The fund supports the initiatives of Non-Governmental organization (NGOs) and other non-state actors in Kenya. The support is intended for project based support only. Priority Areas FLC will offer support … [Read more...] about Embassy of Finland in Kenya announces 2020 Fund for Local Cooperation
European Commission seeking Proposals for “Mitigating Household Energy Poverty”
Deadline: 10 September 2020 The European Commission has announced a call for proposals for "Mitigating Household Energy Poverty". European households continue to spend an increasing share of income on energy, leading to higher rates of energy poverty and negatively affecting living conditions and health. Recent estimates suggest that more than 50 million Europeans are affected by energy poverty. Although roots of this phenomenon lie mainly in low incomes and poor thermal efficiency of … [Read more...] about European Commission seeking Proposals for “Mitigating Household Energy Poverty”
EU Call for Proposals for Roma and People Living in Deep Poverty – Republic of North Macedonia
Deadline: 11 May 2020 The European Union (EU) has announced a Call for Proposals to advance housing, education, and economic opportunities for Roma and people living in deep poverty through improving their housing conditions and access to community-based social services. The specific objective(s) of this call for proposals are: Improve housing conditions of deprived Roma people living in deep poverty in poor and/or informal settlements in municipalities through holistic and … [Read more...] about EU Call for Proposals for Roma and People Living in Deep Poverty – Republic of North Macedonia
Khind Starfish Foundation seeking Applications for Projects for Happiness 2020 – Malaysia
Deadline: 15 May 2020 Projects for Happiness is an initiative by Khind Starfish Foundation for all undergraduates in Malaysia to design grassroots projects since year 2014 – anywhere in Malaysia – which promote happiness and address the root cause of poverty and poor education. The Foundation encourages applicants to use their creativity to design projects and employ innovative techniques for engaging project participants in ways that focus on Education, Helping Underprivileged Community, … [Read more...] about Khind Starfish Foundation seeking Applications for Projects for Happiness 2020 – Malaysia
Australian High Commission in Fiji accepting Applications for Direct Aid Program
Deadline: 3 April 2020 The Australian High Commission is seeking applications for its Direct Aid Program (DAP) in Fiji. The Direct Aid Program is a flexible small grants program funded by the Australian Government and managed through the Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade (DFAT) overseas posts. The program aims to support projects with a strong development focus that complement Australia's broader aid program which contributes to sustainable economic growth and poverty reduction. … [Read more...] about Australian High Commission in Fiji accepting Applications for Direct Aid Program
Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Nairobi launches Call for Proposals for 2020 Small Grants Program
Deadline: 31 March 2020 The Slovak Agency for International Development Cooperation, in collaboration with the Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Nairobi, has launched the Call for Proposals for small grants provided to partners in the Republic of Kenya in the year 2020. Sector Priorities The submitted projects must be related to sectors of: No Poverty and Zero Hunger (SDGs 1,2); Good Health and Well-Being (SDG 3); Quality Education and Gender Equality (SDGs 4, 5); Clean … [Read more...] about Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Nairobi launches Call for Proposals for 2020 Small Grants Program
Embassy of Japan in Malaysia: Japanese Grant Assistance for Grass-Roots Human Security Project 2020
Deadline: 31 August 2020 The Embassy of Japan in Malaysia is now accepting applications for the “Japanese Grant Assistance Grass-Roots Human Security Project (GGP) 2020”. GGP is a financial assistance scheme for development projects designed to meet the diverse needs of developing countries in the field of Basic Human Needs and Human Security. This scheme supports projects proposed by such bodies as non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and local government authorities, educational … [Read more...] about Embassy of Japan in Malaysia: Japanese Grant Assistance for Grass-Roots Human Security Project 2020
Fine & Country Foundation accepting Applications for 2020 Spring Grant Program
Deadline: 31 March 2020 The Fine & Country Foundation is currently seeking applications for its 2020 spring grant program to fight against the homelessness. Grants are open to homeless charities, poverty prevention schemes and housing associations. Grants must be used for prevention of homelessness, care of the homeless or constructive projects to get homeless people off of the streets permanently. Funding Information The Foundation offers grants up to £3,000. If a charity … [Read more...] about Fine & Country Foundation accepting Applications for 2020 Spring Grant Program
Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Serbia announces Call for Proposals for Small Grants Program 2020
Deadline: 15 October 2020 The Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Belgrade has announced a Call for Proposals for Small Grants Program for 2020. Small Grant program modality of the Slovak Official Development Assistance is funded from SlovakAid and is aimed directly at small-scale projects which represent a more flexible, operative and effective financial support for developing countries and in the Republic of Serbia is intended for Kosovo region. Funding Information The maximum … [Read more...] about Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Serbia announces Call for Proposals for Small Grants Program 2020
