Deadline: 31 July 2018 The European Commission is seeking nominations for "Horizon Prize for Social Innovation" to improve the mobility of older people by providing innovative mobility solutions allowing them to maintain independence and actively participate in social life. With the prize on Aging … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Horizon Prize for Social Innovation!
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Shuttleworth Foundation Fellowship: Inviting Innovative Ideas for Social Change
Deadline: 23 October 2017 Applications are currently open for Shuttleworth Foundation’s Fellowship program offering individuals to implement their innovative idea for social change. Program seeks exceptional ideas at the intersection between technology, knowledge and learning, with openness being … [Read more...] about Shuttleworth Foundation Fellowship: Inviting Innovative Ideas for Social Change
Dr. Scholl Foundation: Providing Financial Assistance to Organizations in United States
Deadline: 1 March 2018 The Dr. Scholl Foundation is seeking applications for its grant program to provide financial assistance to organizations committed to improving our world. Focus Areas Education Social Service Healthcare Civic and Cultural Environmental Funding … [Read more...] about Dr. Scholl Foundation: Providing Financial Assistance to Organizations in United States
South Africa Media Innovation Program: Inviting Applicants for Innovation Challenge
Deadline: 31 October 2017 The South Africa Media Innovation Program (SAMIP) is inviting applicants for its Innovation Challenge. The SAMIP Innovation Challenge is for South African projects and organisations that are building news and information products that engage and inform local/underserved … [Read more...] about South Africa Media Innovation Program: Inviting Applicants for Innovation Challenge
Open Society Foundations: Seeking Applications for Arts for Community Programs
Deadline: 6 October 2017 The Open Society Foundations is seeking applications for its Arts for Community Programs that is offering support to Hungary through the new community programs for Hungary, a new line of funding of 250 million HUF focused on social issues and arts and cultural … [Read more...] about Open Society Foundations: Seeking Applications for Arts for Community Programs
Applications Open for Young UnLtd’s Spaces 4 Change Programme!
Deadline: 30 October 2017 The Young UnLtd is seeking applications for its Spaces 4 Change Programme that will find, fund, support and connect young people aged 16-24 to start and run social ventures that unlock the potential of unused or under-utilised spaces for the benefit of the local community, … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Young UnLtd’s Spaces 4 Change Programme!
USAID/BIH: Seeking EOIs for Social Network Analysis Program
Deadline: 25 September 2017 The United States Agency for International Development/Bosnia and Herzegovina (USAID/BiH) is inviting qualified local service providers and individuals with research capacity to submit Expressions of Interest (EOI) in the area of social network analysis with an aim to … [Read more...] about USAID/BIH: Seeking EOIs for Social Network Analysis Program
Impact Investment Ready: Inviting Applicants for Growth Grant Program
Deadline: 30 September 2017 The Impact Investment Ready is inviting applicants for its Growth Grant to provide capacity building grants of up to $100,000 to mission-driven for-profit and not-for-profit organisations, allowing them to secure investment capital to scale their social or environmental … [Read more...] about Impact Investment Ready: Inviting Applicants for Growth Grant Program
EU-EaSI Call for Proposals: Transaction Cost Support for Social Enterprise Finance
Deadline: 1 December 2017 The European Union is currently seeking proposals under its Employment and Social Innovation (EaSI) programme for Transaction cost support for social enterprise finance with an objective to promote employment and social inclusion by increasing access to finance for social … [Read more...] about EU-EaSI Call for Proposals: Transaction Cost Support for Social Enterprise Finance
DGAP Call for Applications: Promotion of Think Thank Work on Migration and Socio-Economic Challenges in Morocco
Deadline: 10 September 2017 The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Auswärtige Politik e.V (DGAP) is seeking applications for the Promotion of Think Thank Work on Migration and Socio-Economic Challenges in Morocco. The thematic focus lies on migration and socio-economic challenges in Morocco. This can … [Read more...] about DGAP Call for Applications: Promotion of Think Thank Work on Migration and Socio-Economic Challenges in Morocco
The Governor’s Office of Student Achievement, Georgia: Seeking Applications for Innovation Fund Grant
Deadline: 5 October 2017 The Governor's Office of Student Achievement is seeking applications for its Innovation Fund Grant that will support school districts, traditional public schools, charter schools and RESAs in planning, implementing, and scaling radically innovative education … [Read more...] about The Governor’s Office of Student Achievement, Georgia: Seeking Applications for Innovation Fund Grant
Applications Open for Ethnic Communities Development Fund!
Deadline: 27 September 2017 Applications are open for Ethnic Communities Development Fund with an aim to improve New Zealand’s social cohesion and support the development of established and emerging ethnic communities. Types of Projects The fund is available for projects that meet the … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Ethnic Communities Development Fund!
Apply for UK-Russia Institutional Links Grants!
Deadline: 19 September 2017 Applications are open for "Institutional Links Grants" with an aim to build UK-partner country research and innovation collaborations centred on shared research and innovation challenges. This programme is designed to establish links beyond the level of the individual … [Read more...] about Apply for UK-Russia Institutional Links Grants!
Applications Open for TED 2018 Fellowship Program!
Deadline: 10 September 2017 Applications are open for "TED 2018 Fellowship" program to find a new class of extraordinary thinkers and doers. The TED Fellows program provides transformational support to a global network of 400 visionaries: scientists, artists, activists, entrepreneurs, doctors, … [Read more...] about Applications Open for TED 2018 Fellowship Program!
Impact Investment Ready: Seeking Applications for Growth Grant
Deadline: 31 July 2017 The Impact Investment Ready is seeking applications for its Growth Grant to provide capacity building grants of up to $100,000 to mission-driven for-profit and not-for-profit organisations, allowing them to secure investment capital to scale their social or environmental … [Read more...] about Impact Investment Ready: Seeking Applications for Growth Grant
Apply for ISRF Flexible Grants for Small Groups Competition (FG4)!
Deadline: 1 September 2017 The Independent Social Research Foundation (ISRF) is seeking applications for its "Flexible Grants for Small Groups Competition (FG4)" to support independent-minded researchers to explore and present original research ideas which take new approaches, and suggest new … [Read more...] about Apply for ISRF Flexible Grants for Small Groups Competition (FG4)!
EPF Small Grant Competition: Promoting Participatory Civic Monitoring and Advocacy
Deadline: 31 July 2017 The Europe Foundation (EPF) is seeking proposals for its Small Grant Competition with an aim to strengthen the organizational capacity of grassroots Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and increasing their effective and sustained engagement in the decision-making processes at … [Read more...] about EPF Small Grant Competition: Promoting Participatory Civic Monitoring and Advocacy
The Environment Now Challenge: Inviting Innovative Ideas for the Protection of Environment
Deadline: 14 July 2017 Are you passionate about the environment and making a positive impact? Can you see digital technology making a better future? Have you got the entrepreneurial drive and innovation to make a difference? If Yes, then apply for Environment Now Challenge. O2’s new Environment … [Read more...] about The Environment Now Challenge: Inviting Innovative Ideas for the Protection of Environment
Nominations Open for GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security 2017!
Deadline: 27 September 2017 The Geneva Centre for Security Policy (GCSP) and its Geopolitics and Global Futures Programme, under the umbrella of its Creativity and Innovation Initiative, invites applications from across the globe for Prize for Innovation in Global Security 2017, established to … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security 2017!
Nominations Open for World Summit Award! An Open Call for Young Innovators
Deadline: 31 August 2017 Nominations are open for The World Summit Awards (WSA) Young Innovators to promote and award innovators under the age of 30, who developed a digital application tackling the UN SDGs. The World Summit Awards are a non-monetary award system with a focus on sustainable … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for World Summit Award! An Open Call for Young Innovators
Nominations Open for D-Prize: Recognizing Aspiring Entrepreneurs from Across the Globe
Deadline: 30 July 2017 Can you design a business or NGO that solves one of the Distribution Challenges? Nominations are now open for the D-Prize, recognizing new entrepreneurs who increase access to proven poverty interventions. D-Prize Challenges Girl's Education Agriculture … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for D-Prize: Recognizing Aspiring Entrepreneurs from Across the Globe
LEAP Africa-Union Bank Call for Applications: Social Innovators Programme 2017
Deadline: 16 July 2017 The LEAP Africa in partnership with Union Bank has developed the Social Innovators Programme 2017 to strengthen and advance youth-led change initiatives and entrepreneurship in Nigeria through training and collaborative partnerships that enhance the sustainability and overall … [Read more...] about LEAP Africa-Union Bank Call for Applications: Social Innovators Programme 2017
Applications Open for Balmer Lawrie Start-up Fund under Start-up India Initiative!
Deadline: 26 June 2017 Applications are currently open for Balmer Lawrie Start-up Fund launched by Balmer Lawrie & Co. Ltd under Start-up India scheme focused at nurturing innovation in its chosen business areas. The scheme aims at fostering innovations which can be a game changer in the … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Balmer Lawrie Start-up Fund under Start-up India Initiative!
International Institute of Social Studies: The Emancipatory Rural Politics Initiative Small Grants Programme
Deadline: 30 June 2017 The International Institute of Social Studies (ISS) is seeking applications for The Emancipatory Rural Politics Initiative (ERPI) small grants program, which is focused on the social and political processes in rural spaces that are generating alternatives to regressive, … [Read more...] about International Institute of Social Studies: The Emancipatory Rural Politics Initiative Small Grants Programme
Accenture’s HealthTech Innovation Challenge: Tackling World’s Biggest Health Issues
Deadline: 1 September 2017 Applications are open for HealthTech Innovation Challenge, a part of Accenture’s broader HealthTech Innovation program—which will also include acceleration and venture opportunities, innovation labs and more. The program supports innovative technologies and drive … [Read more...] about Accenture’s HealthTech Innovation Challenge: Tackling World’s Biggest Health Issues
Apply to Participate in Tandem Europe – Social Innovation!
Deadline: 30 June 2017 Do you as an individual and in your organisation work on cultural ideas that tackle socio-economic challenges in our societies? Then we encourage you to apply! Tandem Europe - Social Innovation is now open for applications inviting cultural … [Read more...] about Apply to Participate in Tandem Europe – Social Innovation!
NERC Innovation Follow-on: Enabling Innovation in the UK & Developing Countries
Deadline: 12 July 2017 The Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) is seeking applications for "Innovation Follow-on" with an aim to increase and accelerate the uptake and impact of research council funded research outputs by supporting translational and knowledge exchange activity which … [Read more...] about NERC Innovation Follow-on: Enabling Innovation in the UK & Developing Countries
Fairtrade Innovation Fund: Supporting Fairtrade Activities across Australia and New Zealand
Deadline: 30 June 2017 Have an innovative Fairtrade-related activity or idea to get off the ground? Maybe the Fairtrade Innovation Fund is for you! Fairtrade Innovation Fund is a grants program offered by Fairtrade Australia and New Zealand with an aim to strengthen the Fairtrade movement by … [Read more...] about Fairtrade Innovation Fund: Supporting Fairtrade Activities across Australia and New Zealand
Sociological Initiatives Foundation Grants: Supporting Research on Social Change in United States
Deadline: 15 August 2017 The Sociological Initiatives Foundation is currently seeking applications for its grant program to support research that furthers social change, including language learning and behavior and its intersection with social and policy questions. The Foundation supports projects … [Read more...] about Sociological Initiatives Foundation Grants: Supporting Research on Social Change in United States
Amnesty International’s Indigenous Rights and the Human Rights Innovation Fund
Deadline: 31 August 2017 Amnesty International is inviting applicants for its Human Rights Innovation Fund for Indigenous Rights to end the over-representation of Indigenous young people in detention within a generation. Amnesty will be working over the coming years to ensure a brighter tomorrow … [Read more...] about Amnesty International’s Indigenous Rights and the Human Rights Innovation Fund
Apply for Amnesty International Australia’s Human Rights Innovation Fund!
Deadline: 31 August 2017 Amnesty International Australia is currently seeking applications for its Human Rights Innovation Fund aimed at promoting and defending human rights direct access to funding to support new, innovative, creative initiatives. Objectives The initiatives will have a … [Read more...] about Apply for Amnesty International Australia’s Human Rights Innovation Fund!
Apply for GSMA Ecosystem Accelerator Innovation Fund Round 2!
Deadline: 16 July 2017 Applications are open for "The GSMA Ecosystem Accelerator Innovation Fund" which is funded by UK Department for International Development (DFID), and supported by the GSMA and its members. The fund provides selected start-ups in Africa and Asia with grant funding, technical … [Read more...] about Apply for GSMA Ecosystem Accelerator Innovation Fund Round 2!
New Plastics Economy Innovation Prize: Apply for $1 million Circular Design Challenge!
Deadline: 11 June 2017 The New Plastics Economy Innovation Prize is currently inviting designers, scientists, entrepreneurs, and academics to create a plastics system that works. The New Plastics Economy Innovation Prize is led by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and was launched in collaboration … [Read more...] about New Plastics Economy Innovation Prize: Apply for $1 million Circular Design Challenge!
EaSI Call for Proposals: Transaction Cost Support for Social Enterprise Finance
Deadline: 15 July 2017 The European Union is currently seeking proposals under its Employment and Social Innovation (EaSI) programme for Transaction cost support for social enterprise finance. The European Programme for Employment and Social Innovation "EaSI" 2014-20202 is a European-level … [Read more...] about EaSI Call for Proposals: Transaction Cost Support for Social Enterprise Finance
Social Innovation Fund Ireland: Apply for Animate Fund 2017 Awarding Innovations across Ireland
Deadline: 7 July 2017 Social Innovation Fund Ireland and Medtronic are currently accepting applications for its Animate fund 2017, that provides grants and supports to early stage projects or organisations that have come up with clever ideas to address health and social issues in their … [Read more...] about Social Innovation Fund Ireland: Apply for Animate Fund 2017 Awarding Innovations across Ireland
UnLtd Do It Awards: Supporting Individuals Create Positive Social Impact across UK
Deadline: 3 August 2017 Do you have an idea that will create social impact? Are you passionate about making this happen? UnLtd is currently accepting Expressions of Interest for its Do It Awards program, helping individuals to create more positive social impact. Eligibility Criteria Support is … [Read more...] about UnLtd Do It Awards: Supporting Individuals Create Positive Social Impact across UK
Apply for SAB Foundation’s Award Programs on Social Innovation & Disability!
Deadline: 25 May 2017 The SAB Foundation is seeking applications from local innovators and social entrepreneurs for its "Social Innovation Awards" to create opportunities for social entrepreneurs and/or innovators with disabilities. The SAB Foundation supports and invests in entrepreneurs and … [Read more...] about Apply for SAB Foundation’s Award Programs on Social Innovation & Disability!
Innovate UK: Inviting UK Businesses to win up to £1 Million for Human-centred Design Projects
Deadline: 14 June 2017 Innovate UK is currently investing up to £1 million in early-stage, human-centred design projects to help businesses identify high-value innovation opportunities and generate ideas for new products, services or business models that align with customer demand. This … [Read more...] about Innovate UK: Inviting UK Businesses to win up to £1 Million for Human-centred Design Projects
Innovate UK Call for Projects: Accelerating Innovation with Public and Private Investment of the UK Businesses
Deadline: 28 June 2017 The UK Department for International Development (DFID) is currently seeking applications from the UK businesses for its grant programme under the framework of Innovate UK, to accelerate innovation with public and private investment. It provides simultaneous grant funding and … [Read more...] about Innovate UK Call for Projects: Accelerating Innovation with Public and Private Investment of the UK Businesses
Nominations Open for 2017 Ingenious Awards for ICT Innovation across Canada!
Deadline: 30 June 2017 Nominations are currently open for 2017 Ingenious Awards for ICT innovation and creativity to make a difference in people’s lives. Award Categories Large Private Business – All private Canadian businesses operating for profit with greater than 500 employees who are … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2017 Ingenious Awards for ICT Innovation across Canada!
Sir Halley Stewart Trust: Supporting Innovative and Pioneering Social, Medical and Religious Projects across the UK
Deadline: 23 June 2017 Sir Halley Stewart Trust is currently accepting applications for its grant program to support innovative and pioneering Social, Medical and Religious projects, to enable human flourishing and to prevent suffering. Types of Projects The Trust funds projects that focus on the … [Read more...] about Sir Halley Stewart Trust: Supporting Innovative and Pioneering Social, Medical and Religious Projects across the UK
2nd Call for Proposals: DST-STI Policy Fellowship Programme
Deadline: 30 May 2017 Applications are open for the Department of Science and Technology (DST)-Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) Policy Fellowship Programme to build up the cadre of academic STI policy researchers in the country, such that these Fellows may actively contribute in policy … [Read more...] about 2nd Call for Proposals: DST-STI Policy Fellowship Programme
Nominations Open for 8th Spirit of Humanity Awards! Inviting NGOs across India
Deadline: 12 May 2017 Nominations are open for 8th Spirit of Humanity Awards. Now in its 8th year, the Spirit of Humanity will bring together various stakeholders for sustained engagement and cross learning. Spirit of Humanity is an excellent platform for charitable organizations to showcase their … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 8th Spirit of Humanity Awards! Inviting NGOs across India
Nominations Open for Millennium Technology Prize 2018!
Deadline: 31 July 2017 The Technology Academy Finland (TAF) is currently seeking nominations for its Millennium Technology Prize 2018. The Prize is Finland's tribute to innovations for a better life. The Prize is worth one million euros and it is awarded every second year. The Prize highlights … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Millennium Technology Prize 2018!
Submit Proposals for Digital Impact Grants 2017!
Deadline: 12 June 2017 Applications are currently being accepted for “Digital Impact Grants” to improve the digital infrastructure for civil society and help social sector practitioners and policymakers use digital resources safely, ethically, and effectively for maximum impact. Digital Impact … [Read more...] about Submit Proposals for Digital Impact Grants 2017!
SANBio Call for Proposals: Innovative Solutions using Indigenous Knowledge Systems
Deadline Extended till 31 May 2017 The Botswana Innovation Hub (BIH) in conjunction with NEPAD SANBio (Southern Africa Network for Biosciences) and supported by the BioFISA II Programme (a Finnish-Southern African Partnership Programme to Strengthen NEPAD SANBio) is seeking applications from … [Read more...] about SANBio Call for Proposals: Innovative Solutions using Indigenous Knowledge Systems
UNAOC-BMW Call for Applications: Intercultural Innovation Award 2017
Deadline: 31 May 2017 Applications are now open for "The Intercultural Innovation Award 2017", which is a partnership between the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) and the BMW Group that aims to select and support the most innovative grassroots projects that encourage intercultural … [Read more...] about UNAOC-BMW Call for Applications: Intercultural Innovation Award 2017
Danish Foundation for Entrepreneurship Micro Grant: Supporting Students with Innovative Ideas
Deadline: 1 May 2017 Does your idea have great potential, and are you a student at a higher education in Denmark? If yes, apply for a micro grant from the Danish Foundation for Entrepreneurship. The Danish Foundation for Entrepreneurship is currently accepting applications in order to promote … [Read more...] about Danish Foundation for Entrepreneurship Micro Grant: Supporting Students with Innovative Ideas
SNAPP Request for Proposals 2017: Supporting Science to Solutions Teams
Deadline: 7 June 2017 Are you interested in natural solutions to climate change, sanitation and water security? The Science for Nature and People Partnership (SNAPP) is currently seeking proposals to convene interdisciplinary teams, and invites them to be a part of the solution. SNAPP takes on … [Read more...] about SNAPP Request for Proposals 2017: Supporting Science to Solutions Teams
NBER Call for Proposals: Supporting Research Grants in the areas of Innovation Policy, Entrepreneurship and Digitization
Deadline: 30 April 2017 The National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) Productivity, Innovation and Entrepreneurship (PIE) Program is currently seeking proposals for research grants in the areas of Innovation Policy, Entrepreneurship and Digitization. Research Categories The Innovation … [Read more...] about NBER Call for Proposals: Supporting Research Grants in the areas of Innovation Policy, Entrepreneurship and Digitization
