Water & Sanitation

Call for Applications: IPR Aquifer Geochemistry Forum Grant (United States)

Deadline: 02-Sep-2026 The Water Research Foundation (WRF) is inviting proposals for the IPR Aquifer Geochemistry Forum, a collaborative research initiative focused on groundwater geochemistry challenges related to Indirect Potable Reuse (IPR) and Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: IPR Aquifer Geochemistry Forum Grant (United States)

Promoting Climate Resilience for Children and Families (Madagascar)

Deadline: 17-Jul-2026 UNICEF Madagascar is seeking partners to implement climate resilience and disaster risk reduction initiatives in the Boeny region, particularly in the Mahajanga and Marovoay districts. The programme supports community-based actions that strengthen disaster … [Read more...] about Promoting Climate Resilience for Children and Families (Madagascar)

Call for Anglian Water’s Thriving Communities Fund (UK)

Deadline: 01-Aug-26 The Anglian Water Thriving Communities Fund provides grants ranging from £5,000 to £100,000 to support projects that improve and protect the natural water environment across the Anglian Water region. The fund is open to non-profit organisations delivering … [Read more...] about Call for Anglian Water’s Thriving Communities Fund (UK)

Catch The Rain – Selfie or Reel Contest (India)

Deadline: 04-Aug-26 The Catch the Rain Contest 2026 is a nationwide initiative by the National Water Mission (NWM) under the Ministry of Jal Shakti (MoJS) in collaboration with MyGov. The contest invites Indian citizens to submit an original selfie or short reel showcasing rainwater … [Read more...] about Catch The Rain – Selfie or Reel Contest (India)

Apply for Waste Methane Mitigation and Circular Economy Grant (Indonesia)

Deadline: 14-Aug-26 The Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) is inviting proposals for a US$700,000 project to support Indonesia in reducing methane emissions from the waste sector through improved organic waste management, circular economy practices, enhanced landfill operations, and … [Read more...] about Apply for Waste Methane Mitigation and Circular Economy Grant (Indonesia)

Open Call: Accelerating Actions to Improve Organic Waste Management (Cambodia)

Deadline: 14-Aug-26 The Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) is inviting eligible organizations to implement a US$700,000 project that supports Cambodia in reducing methane emissions through improved organic waste management, wastewater treatment, and circular economy practices. The 24-month … [Read more...] about Open Call: Accelerating Actions to Improve Organic Waste Management (Cambodia)

2026 Science Advice Skills Development Program (SASDP) 5th Cohort

Deadline: 17-Aug-26 The Science Advice Skills Development Program is a six-month mentorship initiative that equips early and mid-career African researchers with the knowledge and skills needed to engage effectively at the science–policy interface. Through mentoring, workshops, and … [Read more...] about 2026 Science Advice Skills Development Program (SASDP) 5th Cohort

Apply now for Lowland Peat Water Implementation Grant (UK)

Deadline: 18-Sep-2026 The Lowland Peat Water Implementation Grant supports projects that improve water management in lowland peat soils across England by raising water tables, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and promoting sustainable land use. The grant funds infrastructure, … [Read more...] about Apply now for Lowland Peat Water Implementation Grant (UK)

Call for Entries: National Water Awards 2026 (India)

Deadline: 28-Aug-2026 The National Water Awards recognize outstanding efforts by government bodies and public institutions in water conservation, water resource management, and sustainable water practices across India. Eligible State Governments, District Administrations, Urban … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: National Water Awards 2026 (India)

Call for Proposals to support Hungarian Organisations

Deadline: 28-Aug-2026 The National Research, Development and Innovation (NRDI) Fund is providing national co-funding for Hungarian organizations participating in EU Horizon Europe Co-Funded European Partnerships. The programme supports Hungarian beneficiaries selected under international … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals to support Hungarian Organisations

Linking Relief, Rehabilitation and Development Initiative (Libya)

Deadline: 31-Aug-2026 The Linking Relief, Rehabilitation and Development (LRRD) initiative is a €3 million program funded under Italian Cooperation to strengthen Libyan municipalities in delivering essential public services. It focuses on improving water, sanitation, health, education, environment, … [Read more...] about Linking Relief, Rehabilitation and Development Initiative (Libya)

Call for Applications: GEF Small Grants Programme (Togo)

Deadline: 14-Aug-2026 The Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (GEF SGP), implemented by UNDP in Togo, provides grants of up to USD 75,000 to support community-led environmental and sustainable development projects. The programme funds innovative initiatives that … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: GEF Small Grants Programme (Togo)

RFAs: International Grants for Community Development Initiatives (US)

Deadline: 12-Sep-2026 The International Grants Program provides funding for community-based development projects that address poverty, food security, sustainable livelihoods, and community resilience in selected Caribbean and Central American countries. The program supports … [Read more...] about RFAs: International Grants for Community Development Initiatives (US)

Applications open for Environmental Sustainability Grants 2026-2027 (Australia)

Deadline: 10-Aug-2026 The Environmental Sustainability Grants program supports projects and minor capital works that improve the natural environment and promote environmental sustainability across the Geelong region. Eligible organizations can apply for up to $10,000 to deliver … [Read more...] about Applications open for Environmental Sustainability Grants 2026-2027 (Australia)

Apply Now: Commercial Climate Services Call 4 (United Kingdom)

Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The UK Space Agency Commercial Climate Services Call supports early-stage projects that use satellite-based Earth Observation data to develop innovative climate services. The call offers up to £500,000 in total funding, with selected UK-led projects eligible for grants of up … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Commercial Climate Services Call 4 (United Kingdom)

Apply now for Climate-Resilient Water in Mozambique Programme

Deadline: 10-Jul-2026 The Climate-Resilient Water in Mozambique Programme provides funding of more than £1 million to improve sustainable and climate-resilient rural water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services in underserved communities across Mozambique. The programme supports not-for-profit … [Read more...] about Apply now for Climate-Resilient Water in Mozambique Programme

Apply Now: Sustainable WASH Solutions for Refugees and Communities (Mauritania)

Deadline: 26-Jul-2026 The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees is supporting a partnership initiative in Mauritania to improve sustainable and inclusive Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) services for refugees and host communities, especially in the Hodh Chargui region. The programme … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Sustainable WASH Solutions for Refugees and Communities (Mauritania)

Apply now for iF Social Impact Prize 2026

Deadline: 19-Aug-2026 The iF Social Impact Prize supports initiatives that address major global and community-level challenges in alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It recognizes projects that create measurable social impact through innovation, social action, or corporate … [Read more...] about Apply now for iF Social Impact Prize 2026

Call for Postgraduate Project Proposals on Offshore Renewable Energy and Environment

Deadline: 31-Aug-2026 The MARÉIRE project by the Irish Environmental Network offers research grants for postgraduate students studying the environmental impacts of offshore renewable energy. The funding supports master’s and PhD-level research on topics such as offshore wind, tidal and wave energy, … [Read more...] about Call for Postgraduate Project Proposals on Offshore Renewable Energy and Environment

Applications open for Devonport-Takapuna Local Grant (New Zealand)

Deadline: 31-Jul-2026 The Devonport-Takapuna Local Grants Programme 2027 provides funding of $1,500 to $10,000 for community projects that improve wellbeing, infrastructure, environment, and local economic development in Auckland, New Zealand. It supports inclusive, sustainable, and community-led … [Read more...] about Applications open for Devonport-Takapuna Local Grant (New Zealand)

Apply for Rail Infrastructure Studies and Works Programme

Deadline: 06-Oct-2026 The European Commission is inviting grant applications to support the development of rail transport infrastructure on the TEN-T core network across Europe. The call has a total available funding of €350,000,000 and supports works and studies that improve rail connectivity, … [Read more...] about Apply for Rail Infrastructure Studies and Works Programme

WeWork Green and Decent Jobs for Youth Programme (Uganda)

Deadline: 28-Jun-2026 The WeWork – Green and Decent Jobs for Youth programme supports youth-led green and circular economy businesses through incubation, coaching, technical assistance, and seed grant support. The 24-month initiative is implemented in collaboration with Enabel under the Global … [Read more...] about WeWork Green and Decent Jobs for Youth Programme (Uganda)

United Nations Correspondents Association Awards for Best Journalistic Coverage

Deadline: 30-Sep-2026 The United Nations Correspondents Association (UNCA) Awards recognize outstanding journalism covering the United Nations, its agencies, and global development issues. The 30th edition invites print, broadcast, and online journalists worldwide to submit work published between … [Read more...] about United Nations Correspondents Association Awards for Best Journalistic Coverage

Live Here Love Here Small Grants 2026/27 (UK)

Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Live Here Love Here Small Grants Scheme supports volunteer-led, community-driven projects that improve local environments, enhance shared spaces, and strengthen civic pride across Northern Ireland. The programme funds practical environmental actions that transform … [Read more...] about Live Here Love Here Small Grants 2026/27 (UK)

CFAs: Sustainable Management of Caribbean OCTs’ Natural Capital

Deadline: 28-Aug-2026 The European Commission is inviting grant applications to strengthen sustainable natural resource management, climate resilience, food security, and ecosystem protection in Caribbean Overseas Countries and Territories (OCTs). The programme supports large-scale actions that … [Read more...] about CFAs: Sustainable Management of Caribbean OCTs’ Natural Capital

Innovation Fund Grant Supporting Global Youth Work Projects (Ireland)

Deadline: 03-Jul-2026 The Innovation Fund Grant supports youth work organisations on the island of Ireland to develop innovative projects that introduce or strengthen global youth work approaches. The fund helps youth services explore local-global connections and address justice issues such as … [Read more...] about Innovation Fund Grant Supporting Global Youth Work Projects (Ireland)

MEG3 Local Government Development Programme (Bosnia and Herzegovina)

Deadline: 03-Jul-2026 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is inviting applications from eligible local self-government units in Bosnia and Herzegovina to strengthen local governance, improve public service delivery, and enhance water supply and wastewater management systems. The … [Read more...] about MEG3 Local Government Development Programme (Bosnia and Herzegovina)

Apply for Bow Seat’s True Blue Fellowship Program 2027

Deadline: 30-Aug-2026 The True Blue Fellowship Program supports young changemakers who use creative arts-based approaches to address environmental challenges affecting oceans, waterways, and climate systems. The fellowship provides funding, mentorship, and capacity-building … [Read more...] about Apply for Bow Seat’s True Blue Fellowship Program 2027

Entries Open: FNF Afri GreenPitch Challenge 2026

Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The 2026 FNF Afri GreenPitch Challenge supports entrepreneurs and innovators developing green economy solutions across selected African countries. The programme focuses on sustainable sectors such as renewable energy, circular economy, sustainable agriculture, mobility, and … [Read more...] about Entries Open: FNF Afri GreenPitch Challenge 2026

Apply Now: Communities Climate Adaptation Facility Grants (Belize)

Deadline: 26-Jun-2026 The Communities Climate Adaptation Facility supports climate-vulnerable communities with grants for locally led adaptation, resilience, and climate-resilient development. Grants of up to BZD 200,000, disbursed in USD up to USD 100,000, are available for 12-month projects … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Communities Climate Adaptation Facility Grants (Belize)

Call for Partners to Scale Up School Feeding and Home-Grown Model (Sierra Leone)

Deadline: 25-Jun-2026 The World Food Programme is expanding the School Feeding Programme and Home-Grown School Feeding model in Sierra Leone. The initiative strengthens education, nutrition, and local agriculture by providing daily school meals sourced from smallholder farmers. It operates across … [Read more...] about Call for Partners to Scale Up School Feeding and Home-Grown Model (Sierra Leone)

Call for Artists: Nature and Place 2026/2027 (Ireland)

Deadline: 05-Aug-2026 The Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown River and Coast Arts Commission 2026–2027 invites professional artists to create temporary, public-facing artworks responding to the Shanganagh River and Shankill coastal environment in Ireland. The programme focuses on climate change, flooding, … [Read more...] about Call for Artists: Nature and Place 2026/2027 (Ireland)

Call for Video Proposals on Innovative Water, Waste and Energy Projects (South Africa)

Deadline: 25-Jun-2026 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is offering grants between $25,000 and $40,000 to South African community-based organizations for innovative projects in water, waste, and energy. Proposals must be submitted as a five-minute video showcasing the challenge, … [Read more...] about Call for Video Proposals on Innovative Water, Waste and Energy Projects (South Africa)

Apply now for AFR100 Direct Beneficiary Grants

Deadline: 19-Jun-2026 The Direct Beneficiary Grants programme by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, funded by Germany through the AFR100 Support Programme, provides USD 5,000–50,000 to support locally led forest and landscape restoration in Kenya. It focuses on restoration … [Read more...] about Apply now for AFR100 Direct Beneficiary Grants

Call for Proposals: Gaza Emergency Response Initiatives (Palestine)

Deadline: 03-Jul-2026 The United Nations Development Programme is inviting grant applications from eligible Italian-registered INGOs to implement short-term humanitarian and early recovery projects in Gaza. The initiative supports multisectoral interventions for internally displaced persons and … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Gaza Emergency Response Initiatives (Palestine)

Call for Research Projects on Adaptation in the Mediterranean Region

Deadline: 03-Jul-2026 The AdaptAction programme, co-financed by the European Union and AFD, has launched a call for research projects to strengthen climate adaptation efforts across the Mediterranean region. The call focuses on Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Egypt, Lebanon, Palestine, Jordan, and … [Read more...] about Call for Research Projects on Adaptation in the Mediterranean Region

Overseas Grant Programme Supporting Community Livelihoods (United Kingdom)

Deadline: 18-Sep-2026 The Overseas Grant Programme supports community-led livelihood improvement projects in disadvantaged communities across selected Commonwealth countries in Africa. UK-registered charities with annual income between £150,000 and £4,000,000 may apply for one-year grants of up … [Read more...] about Overseas Grant Programme Supporting Community Livelihoods (United Kingdom)

MAENA Project: Support for Farmers to Optimize Water Use in Agriculture (Italy)

Deadline: 22-Jun-2026 The MAENA project in Italy supports farmers in the Puglia region to adopt sustainable water management practices that improve irrigation efficiency and climate resilience. The project provides support through on-farm irrigation solutions, sensor networks, decision support … [Read more...] about MAENA Project: Support for Farmers to Optimize Water Use in Agriculture (Italy)

Open Call for Environment Levy Grants (Australia)

Deadline: 13-Jul-2026 The Environment Levy Grants programme supports community-led environmental projects that protect biodiversity, restore native plants and animals, improve waterways, and strengthen local conservation action in the Sunshine Coast region. Eligible not-for-profit community … [Read more...] about Open Call for Environment Levy Grants (Australia)

Nominations open for Gender Just Climate Solutions Awards 2026

Deadline: 12-Jul-2026 The Gender Just Climate Solutions Awards 2026 recognize innovative projects that advance both climate action and gender equality. Organized by the Women and Gender Constituency (WGC) and Women Engage for a Common Future (WECF), the awards offer €5,000, international … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Gender Just Climate Solutions Awards 2026

CFPs: Host Institution for a Wastewater Biorefinery Innovation Cluster (South Africa)

Deadline: 17-Aug-2026 The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) is seeking applications from eligible South African organizations to establish a Wastewater Biorefinery Innovation Cluster that will drive innovation, commercialization, and collaboration within the wastewater treatment and biorefinery … [Read more...] about CFPs: Host Institution for a Wastewater Biorefinery Innovation Cluster (South Africa)

Joint Egyptian Japanese Scientific Cooperation Grant Program

Deadline: 03-Sep-2026 The Joint Egyptian Japanese Scientific Cooperation Grant Program supports scientific collaboration between Egyptian and Japanese researchers through joint research projects and coordinated academic exchange activities. The initiative aims to strengthen bilateral … [Read more...] about Joint Egyptian Japanese Scientific Cooperation Grant Program

Applications open for Zero-Emission Waterborne Transport Technology Projects

Deadline: 30-Sep-2026 The Maritime Low Emission Network (MarLEN) 2026 Call supports transnational research and innovation projects that accelerate the development and deployment of zero-emission waterborne transport technologies. The programme promotes international collaboration among industry, … [Read more...] about Applications open for Zero-Emission Waterborne Transport Technology Projects

2026 Earthna Prize for Traditional Knowledge and Sustainability Solutions

Deadline: 20-Jul-2026 The Earthna Prize 2026 is a global award program recognizing organizations and initiatives that preserve, apply, and promote traditional knowledge and cultural heritage to address environmental and sustainability challenges. With a total prize pool of USD 1 million, four … [Read more...] about 2026 Earthna Prize for Traditional Knowledge and Sustainability Solutions

GEF Small Grants Programme Call for Project Proposals – Second Round (Cambodia)

Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The UNDP Cambodia Global Environment Facility (GEF) Small Grants Programme provides funding of up to USD 75,000 for community-led projects that promote environmental conservation, climate resilience, sustainable livelihoods, and ecosystem restoration across Cambodia. The … [Read more...] about GEF Small Grants Programme Call for Project Proposals – Second Round (Cambodia)

Apply Now: The Japan Water Forum Fund 2026

Deadline: 30-Jun-2026 The Japan Water Forum Fund supports grassroots NGO-led projects that improve water access and management in developing countries. It prioritizes sustainable, locally driven solutions using local materials, personnel, and long-term maintenance systems. Grants of up to $1,500 … [Read more...] about Apply Now: The Japan Water Forum Fund 2026

Call for Humanitarian WASH and Community Resilience in Upper Nile (South Sudan)

Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 UNICEF is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for a Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) project in Upper Nile State, South Sudan. The initiative aims to improve access to safe drinking water, sanitation facilities, hygiene services, and community resilience for … [Read more...] about Call for Humanitarian WASH and Community Resilience in Upper Nile (South Sudan)

Athlii Gwaii Legacy Renewables Grant for Clean Energy Projects (Canada)

Deadline: 14-Jun-2026 The Athlii Gwaii Legacy Renewables Grant Program supports the transition of Haida Gwaii from fossil fuel-based energy systems to clean, renewable energy solutions. The program funds community energy planning, small-scale renewable energy and energy efficiency projects, and … [Read more...] about Athlii Gwaii Legacy Renewables Grant for Clean Energy Projects (Canada)

Apply now for Restoration Grant Program (Canada)

Deadline: 14-Jun-2026 The Athlii Gwaii Legacy Restoration Grant Program supports environmental restoration and ecological protection projects across Haida Gwaii. The programme funds collaborative and community-driven initiatives focused on restoring land, forests, waterways, riparian habitats, … [Read more...] about Apply now for Restoration Grant Program (Canada)

Revolving Funds for Financing Water and Wastewater Projects (United States)

Deadline: 03-Jul-2026 The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Utilities Service (RUS) is accepting applications for the Revolving Funds for Financing Water and Wastewater Projects Grant Program. The initiative helps eligible nonprofit organizations establish revolving loan funds that support … [Read more...] about Revolving Funds for Financing Water and Wastewater Projects (United States)

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