Latest Grants and Resources for Sustainable Development

View the latest grant funding and resources in the area of Sustainable Development for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals around the world.

Millennium Oceans Prize: Receive $5,000 and Lead the Charge to Protect the Ocean

Deadline: 31-Mar-23 Are you an undergraduate passionate about the health of the oceans, rivers, lakes, and life underwater? Apply now for a chance to receive 5,000$ and a year of mentorship as you work to advance SDG 14! The Millennium Oceans Prize is returning for its ninth year to support … [Read more...] about Millennium Oceans Prize: Receive $5,000 and Lead the Charge to Protect the Ocean

Call for Funding Projects 2023: Development Communication and Education in Austria

Deadline: 10-May-23 The Austrian Development Agency (ADA) invites the applications to support projects of development communication and education in Austria in four fields of action: Learn: Education - Global Learning/Global Citizenship Education ; Cultural mediation/exchange Attention: … [Read more...] about Call for Funding Projects 2023: Development Communication and Education in Austria

3rd Call for Proposals: Nature Based and Innovative Solutions in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

Deadline: 7-April-23 The Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Conservation Fund (SVGCF) is seeking applications from eligible registered government agencies, local universities or colleges, registered local or regional (Caribbean) non-governmental organizations (NGOs), private businesses, local … [Read more...] about 3rd Call for Proposals: Nature Based and Innovative Solutions in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

2023 WE Empower UN SDG Challenge for Changemakers and Social Entrepreneurs

Deadline: 16-Apr-23 The Arizona State University is inviting applications for the 2023 WE Empower UN SDG Challenge. The WE Empower Challenge is a global competition for women social entrepreneurs who are advancing the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and inspiring … [Read more...] about 2023 WE Empower UN SDG Challenge for Changemakers and Social Entrepreneurs

6th Guangzhou International Award for Urban Innovation – Apply Now!

Deadline: 31-Jul-23 The 6th Guangzhou Award is now calling for participation from all cities and local governments around the world with ongoing or recently completed initiatives, including those that are implemented in collaboration with private and civil society partners. The aim of the … [Read more...] about 6th Guangzhou International Award for Urban Innovation – Apply Now!

Energy Catalyst Fund (Round 10) Now Open!

Deadline: 28-Jun-23 Organisations can apply for a share of up to £10 million in total across the 3 stages of Energy Catalyst Fund (Round 10), to create new or improved clean energy access in sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia or the Indo-Pacific regions. Scope The aim of this competition is to … [Read more...] about Energy Catalyst Fund (Round 10) Now Open!

SDG Impact Finance Initiative Design Funding Window Now Open!

Deadline: 1-May-23 The SDG Impact Finance Initiative (“the Initiative”) has announced a second call for proposals targeting a new set of UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The SDG Impact Finance Initiative’s Innovation Window awards grants for innovative impact finance solutions that … [Read more...] about SDG Impact Finance Initiative Design Funding Window Now Open!

Call for Applications: UNDP ICMIF Insurance Innovation Challenge

Deadline: 28-Apr-23 The UNDP Insurance & Risk Finance Facility (IRFF) and the International Cooperative and Mutual Insurance Federation (ICMIF) Foundation are offering funds through the UNDP ICMIF Insurance Innovation Challenge (IIC) to help mutual and cooperative insurers scale up … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: UNDP ICMIF Insurance Innovation Challenge

[2024 Edition] Food Planet Prize – Nominate Now!

Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity Do you have an idea that could solve the dilemma of feeding a growing population on a warming planet? Do you know of an innovation that has the potential to sustainably transform the food system? Give it a chance to win the world’s biggest environmental Prize and … [Read more...] about [2024 Edition] Food Planet Prize – Nominate Now!

Open Call to Startups: Smart Cities Innovation Lab

Deadline: 3-Apr-23 The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) and Seedstars have launched an open call to startups across Asia to take part in the Smart Cities Innovation Lab (SCIL). The project invites entrepreneurs with regional focus on Sihanoukville … [Read more...] about Open Call to Startups: Smart Cities Innovation Lab

Call for Expressions of Interest for Participation in the Ideation Bootcamp in Azerbaijan

Deadline: 30-Mar-23 EU and UNDP have launched a new 3-year Action “Developing innovation-driven and sustainable civil society in Azerbaijan” to support engagement of the civil society in the national development processes. The Action is designed as a multi-dimensional response to accelerate … [Read more...] about Call for Expressions of Interest for Participation in the Ideation Bootcamp in Azerbaijan

Schneider Go Green Program 2023: A Global Student Competition

Deadline: 30-Mar-23 Schneider Electric is looking for game changers in the buildings segment: AI, new business formats, smart ways to use data, new energy sources... Dare to disrupt! At Schneider Electric they believe that energy is a basic human right and they are dedicated to furthering … [Read more...] about Schneider Go Green Program 2023: A Global Student Competition

Orange Knowledge Programme Tailor-Made Training Plus

Deadline: 14-Apr-23 Nuffic has launched a call for applications for the Orange Knowledge Programme Tailor-Made Training Plus to improve the overall functioning of an organisation sustainably by training a selected group of staff. Tailor-Made Training Plus contributes to knowledge and skills … [Read more...] about Orange Knowledge Programme Tailor-Made Training Plus

Belfrey Grants Fund in the UK

Deadline: 27-Apr-23 St Michael le Belfrey Church (also known as The Belfrey) has launched The Belfrey Grants Fund that provides support for social action work being done by charities in York, especially those working at grassroots and local community level. This Grants Fund is part of The … [Read more...] about Belfrey Grants Fund in the UK

Journalist Capacity Building Programs in Pakistan

Deadline: 1-May-23 The Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the Embassy of the United States of America in Islamabad, Pakistan (hereafter referred to as “PDS”) solicits proposals for multiple funding opportunities for projects to train and build capacity among Pakistani journalists, including … [Read more...] about Journalist Capacity Building Programs in Pakistan

Knowledge2Action Small Grants Program 2023

Deadline: 15-Apr-2023 Does your research aim to promote and advance Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in South Asia? Especially, in the fields of ecological sustainability and social well-being? Then Knowledge2Action program is actively looking for projects based on academic research, … [Read more...] about Knowledge2Action Small Grants Program 2023

Resilient Pacific Islands Leaders Fellowship Now Open!

Deadline: 17-Mar-23 The East-West Center is pleased to announce its Resilient Pacific Islands Leaders (RPIL) Fellowship. In 2023, the East-West Center will host a six-week, US-funded Pacific leadership development program that will include a residency in Hawai'i and a field immersion in … [Read more...] about Resilient Pacific Islands Leaders Fellowship Now Open!

Telstra’s Connected Communities Grant Program (Australia)

Deadline: 30-Mar-23 Telstra has launched the Connected Communities Grant Program to support communities across remote, rural and regional Australia to build resilience, improve environmental sustainability and enhance liveability through the power of connection. The program will support … [Read more...] about Telstra’s Connected Communities Grant Program (Australia)

Lead2030 Challenge for SDG 6: Enabling access to WASH practices amongst Underserved Communities

Deadline: 17-Apr-23 The One Young World has announced a Lead2030 Challenge for SDG 6, supported by Reckitt, to support innovations that create measurable impact by enabling access to clean water, sanitation or hygiene, and are particularly interested in innovations with a focus on children or … [Read more...] about Lead2030 Challenge for SDG 6: Enabling access to WASH practices amongst Underserved Communities

Intego – A New Climate focused Funding Facility for Rwanda

Deadline: 15-Mar-23 Applications for funding from Rwanda’s NDC climate action facility are open! Intego will be hosted at the Rwanda Green Fund. The facility has the potential to grow with additional fund commitments by BMZ or other development partners. Through Intego, public institutions … [Read more...] about Intego – A New Climate focused Funding Facility for Rwanda

2023 Food Logistics Innovation Challenge

Deadline: 20-Apr-23 How can leverage the power of logistics to improve food and nutrition security, sustainability, and reduce waste? The Food Logistics Innovation Challenge is a global open call for innovators and change-makers who have solutions that can tackle food logistics’ most pressing … [Read more...] about 2023 Food Logistics Innovation Challenge

ASEAN Prize 2023 Calls for Nominations

Deadline: 28-Apr-23 ASEAN opened the nominations for outstanding individuals and organisations in the region for the ASEAN Prize 2023 to celebrate persons and organisations whose determination and perseverance have progressively driven the region towards harmony and sustainable development while … [Read more...] about ASEAN Prize 2023 Calls for Nominations

Call for Bilateral Initiatives: 70 000 Euros in Funding for Projects

Deadline: 30-Jun-24 The EEA Grants Programme on Business Development, Innovation and SMEs in Slovakia is launching a new Call for Bilateral Initiatives, with 70 000 euros in funding for projects that develop and strengthen business partnerships between the entities from Iceland, Liechtenstein or … [Read more...] about Call for Bilateral Initiatives: 70 000 Euros in Funding for Projects

SI Scholarship for Global Professionals

Deadline: 28-Feb-23 The Swedish Institute (SI) Scholarship for Global Professionals is now open for applications to develop future global leaders that will contribute to the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and to sustainable development. The scholarship is intended for … [Read more...] about SI Scholarship for Global Professionals

SHE Foundation Global Seed Grant Program 2023

Deadline: 19-Mar-23 The Korea Safety Health Environment (SHE) Foundation is looking for teams to participate in its 2023 Global Seed Grant. The 2023 Global Seed Grant supports projects by grassroots NGOs and local groups that are engaged in community activism to tackle issues related to … [Read more...] about SHE Foundation Global Seed Grant Program 2023

Nominations Open for Sustainable Tourism Awards

Deadline: 30-Jun-23 The Skål International is seeking nominations for Sustainable Tourism Awards that are geared towards enhancing the visibility and grant recognition to entities from the Travel and Tourism industry. For fourth consecutive year, Skål International has partnered with Biosphere … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Sustainable Tourism Awards

Australian Embassy Federated States of Micronesia: Direct Aid Program

Deadline: 30-Jun-23 The Australian Embassy Federated States of Micronesia has launched the Direct Aid Program (DAP), a small grants scheme available to non-government organizations and community groups to support small-scale sustainable development projects and activities within their groups or … [Read more...] about Australian Embassy Federated States of Micronesia: Direct Aid Program

2023 International Essay Contest for Young People

Deadline: 15-Jun-23 Applications are now open for the 2023 International Essay Contest for Young People to harness the energy, creativity and initiative of the world's youth in promoting a culture of peace and sustainable development. It also aims to inspire society to learn from the young … [Read more...] about 2023 International Essay Contest for Young People

Ireland: Future Food Systems Challenge

Deadline: 26-May-23 Do you have an idea for a solution that could help Ireland become an environmentally sustainable economy? The Future Food Systems Challenge seeks solutions for sustainable, productive and resilient food systems. The National Challenge Fund is an agile, fast-paced programme … [Read more...] about Ireland: Future Food Systems Challenge

2023 UN SDG Action Awards Programme for Transformative Solutions to the most Pressing Challenges

Deadline: 30-Apr-23 Does your initiative Flip the Script and bring positive change and transformative solutions to the most pressing challenges by mobilizing, inspiring or connecting hundreds of thousands, or even millions, of individuals towards the vision of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable … [Read more...] about 2023 UN SDG Action Awards Programme for Transformative Solutions to the most Pressing Challenges

2023 Youth Innovation Challenge: Water Solutions for Sustainable Development

Deadline: 3-Apr-23 The 2023 Youth Innovation Challenge, hosted by the Commission for Environmental Cooperation, invites North American youth, ages 18 to 30, to propose innovative solutions that address and respond to critical issues related to water. This year’s challenge, with the theme of … [Read more...] about 2023 Youth Innovation Challenge: Water Solutions for Sustainable Development

Open Call: Advancing People Rights for Sustainable Development and Inequality Reduction in Thailand

Deadline: 10-Apr-23 The European Commission (EC) is seeking proposals for Advancing People Rights for Sustainable Development and Inequality Reduction. The Thematic Programme on Human rights and Democracy under the Neighbourhood, Development and International Cooperation Instrument - Global … [Read more...] about Open Call: Advancing People Rights for Sustainable Development and Inequality Reduction in Thailand

Open Call for Enhancing CSOs’ Contribution to Governance and Development Processes (Thailand)

Deadline: 10-Apr-23 The European Commission (EC) is accepting proposals to strengthen civil society organisations (CSOs) as independent development actors to contribute to governance and development process in Thailand, with a view to contribute to the attainment of sustainable development goals … [Read more...] about Open Call for Enhancing CSOs’ Contribution to Governance and Development Processes (Thailand)

Call for Session Organizers: Civil Society Program (CSP) of the 56th ADB Annual Meeting in Incheon, Republic of Korea

Deadline: 4-Mar-23 The Asian Development Bank (ADB) invites civil society organizations (CSOs) to submit proposals for the Civil Society Program of the 56th ADB Annual Meeting in Incheon, Republic of Korea. The Civil Society Program aligns with this year’s 56th ADB Annual Meeting’s theme and … [Read more...] about Call for Session Organizers: Civil Society Program (CSP) of the 56th ADB Annual Meeting in Incheon, Republic of Korea

Techstars Sustainability Paris Accelerator (France)

Deadline: 10-May-23 Techstars has launched its Sustainability Paris accelerator to solve some of the greatest challenges our planet faces today such as climate change, pollution, poverty, disease. Techstars Sustainability Paris accelerator invests in early stage high-growth startups looking to … [Read more...] about Techstars Sustainability Paris Accelerator (France)

2nd Call for Proposals: BESTbelt Programme

Deadline: 6-Mar-23 The European Green Belt is calling for proposals for BESTbelt Programme is designed to provide effective support for actions on the ground for biodiversity conservation and restoration as well as sustainable development. The EGB is Europe’s longest green network, which … [Read more...] about 2nd Call for Proposals: BESTbelt Programme

U.S. Mission to the Democratic Republic of Congo: Public Diplomacy Annual Program Statement

Deadline: 1-May-23 The U.S. Embassy Kinshasa Public Diplomacy Section (PD Kinshasa) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. Purpose PD Kinshasa invites proposals for programs that strengthen ties … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to the Democratic Republic of Congo: Public Diplomacy Annual Program Statement

Call for Concept Notes: Young Entrepreneurs Grant Program 2023 (Nepal)

Deadline: 17-Mar-23 The U.S. Embassy in Kathmandu is accepting concept notes from interested eligible applicants for the Young Entrepreneurs Grants Program FY 2023 to promote and support young entrepreneurship in Nepal. Purpose This project will train entrepreneurs aged 20 to 45 years old … [Read more...] about Call for Concept Notes: Young Entrepreneurs Grant Program 2023 (Nepal)

Irish Youth Foundation Flagship Fund 2023

Deadline: 10-Mar-23 The Irish Youth Foundation is once again opening its Flagship Fund for 2023 to support projects and programmes around the country that are focused on lifting children and young people up and out of poverty. Objectives The Foundation is primarily targeting organisations that … [Read more...] about Irish Youth Foundation Flagship Fund 2023

Africa Food Prize: Elevating Heroes of Agriculture (US $100,000 prize)

Deadline: 17-Jun-23 The Africa Food Prize Committee invites nominations for individuals or institutions who are delivering improved food security; catalyzing innovation and transformative change in Africa’s agriculture sector. The Africa Food Prize is the preeminent award recognizing an … [Read more...] about Africa Food Prize: Elevating Heroes of Agriculture (US $100,000 prize)

Latin American Artisanal Fisheries Leadership Program

Deadline: 21-Mar-23 Acumen Academy and the Environmental Defense Fund have launched a Latin American Artisanal Fisheries Leadership Program for Change Agents leading equitable and sustainable fisheries initiatives. Why Develop a Leadership Program for Resilient Artisanal Fisheries Initiatives? … [Read more...] about Latin American Artisanal Fisheries Leadership Program

Call for Nominations: Equator Prize 2023

Deadline: 20-Mar-23 The Equator Initiatives is pleased to announce a Call for nominations to the Equator Prize 2023. This year’s Equator Prize will recognize innovative initiatives from Indigenous peoples and local communities that showcase approaches to implementing the newly-approved Global … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: Equator Prize 2023

Call for Franco-Lebanese Projects – 2nd phase

Deadline: 7-Mar-23 The Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs, the Lebanese Ministry of the Interior but also the French Embassy in Lebanon, the Committee of Lebanese Mayors and United Cities Lebanon/Technical Office of Lebanese Cities, opened the 2nd phase of the three-year call for projects … [Read more...] about Call for Franco-Lebanese Projects – 2nd phase

Call for Franco-Moroccan Projects

Deadline: 7-Mar-23 The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (MEAE/DAECT), but also the French Embassy in Morocco and the Moroccan Ministry of the Interior, have launched the second phase of the three-year call for projects (AAP) in the framework of the joint mechanism specific to … [Read more...] about Call for Franco-Moroccan Projects

U.S. Embassy Addis Ababa PDS Request for Statement of Interest (Ethiopia)

Deadline: 18-Mar-23 The U.S. Embassy Addis Ababa Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State invites proposals for programs that strengthen cultural ties between the U.S. and Ethiopia through cultural, media and exchange programming that highlights shared values and promotes … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Addis Ababa PDS Request for Statement of Interest (Ethiopia)

Small Grants to Strengthen ties between the U.S. and South Sudan

Deadline: 14-Apr-23 The Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Embassy in Juba, South Sudan is pleased to announce that limited funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program, provided through the U.S. Department of State. Purpose of Small Grants: PDS Juba invites … [Read more...] about Small Grants to Strengthen ties between the U.S. and South Sudan

SDG Business Pioneers Award in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Deadline: 31-Mar-23 The application call for the SDG Business Pioneers Award is open and all private companies registered in BiH, regardless of business sector and company size, can apply for the Award. This year, for the fifth time, the Foreign Trade Chamber of BiH and UNDP in BiH will … [Read more...] about SDG Business Pioneers Award in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Call for Applications: IDRC-CIHR-Global Alliance for Chronic Diseases – 2023 Competition

Deadline: 15-Mar-23 The IDRC and Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) funding opportunity launched under this Global Alliance for Chronic Diseases (GACD) program will support projects that examine how to implement one or more evidence-based interventions known to prevent or reduce … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: IDRC-CIHR-Global Alliance for Chronic Diseases – 2023 Competition

Call for Proposals to address Gender based Violence in Iraq

Deadline: 12-Mar-23 UN Women is soliciting proposals from civil society organizations (CSOs) and women’s organizations to enhance their capacities to respond to gender based violence (GBV). The programme intends to increase upstream policy interventions and maximize impact by capitalising on … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals to address Gender based Violence in Iraq

Catalyst Fund to strengthen CSOs in Malawi

Deadline: 6-Mar-23 Tilitonse Foundation in partnership with Comic Relief and UK Aid under the Comic Relief & UK Aid Shift the Power Programme in Malawi is calling for proposals for the Catalyst Fund. Tilitonse Foundation is a local civil society organization that facilitates CSO engagement … [Read more...] about Catalyst Fund to strengthen CSOs in Malawi

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