Deadline: 31-Dec-2025 UNICEF is launching a market-based sanitation initiative in Turkana, Kenya, aiming to improve access to safe, affordable, and climate-resilient sanitation while fostering micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). The project supports youth-, women-, and … [Read more...] about CFPs: Strengthening Market Based Sanitation for Refugee and Host Communities in Kenya
Latest Grants and Resources for Water Sanitation and Hygiene WASH
View the latest grant funding and resources for Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals around the world.
Entries open for Mülheim Water Award 2026 (Europe and Israel)
Deadline: 28-Feb-2026 The Mülheim Water Award 2026 recognises innovative, practice-oriented projects in water analysis and safe drinking water supply. Open to individuals and institutions from Europe and Israel, the award emphasizes sustainability, transferability, and economic efficiency. Winners … [Read more...] about Entries open for Mülheim Water Award 2026 (Europe and Israel)
Submissions open for Jal Shakti Hackathon Initiative in India
Deadline: 14-Jan-2026 Bharat WIN is a national innovation programme by the Ministry of Jal Shakti that accelerates technology-driven solutions for India’s water sector. It supports innovators with Proof-of-Concept funding, prototype development, and grants to tackle challenges like wastewater … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Jal Shakti Hackathon Initiative in India
CFPs: Multisectoral Response to Improve Libya’s Most Vulnerable Population
Deadline: 31-Jan-2026 The Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS) is offering grants to improve the quality of life for vulnerable populations in Libya, with a focus on Sudanese refugees and host communities. The initiative supports health, education, WASH, protection, and explosive … [Read more...] about CFPs: Multisectoral Response to Improve Libya’s Most Vulnerable Population
Grants to improve Marine Mammal Stock Assessments and Mitigate Impacts (US)
Deadline: 16-Jan-2026 The Marine Mammal Commission is inviting proposals for projects that develop technologies, analytical methods, and community-based approaches to improve marine mammal stock assessments and mitigate human-caused impacts. Funding of up to USD $75,000 per project … [Read more...] about Grants to improve Marine Mammal Stock Assessments and Mitigate Impacts (US)
Direct Aid Program to support Development in Papua New Guinea
Deadline: 19-Jan-2026 The Australian Government’s Direct Aid Program (DAP) provides small grants to individuals, NGOs, community groups, and not-for-profit entities to support sustainable development initiatives in Papua New Guinea. The program focuses on projects that improve livelihoods, promote … [Read more...] about Direct Aid Program to support Development in Papua New Guinea
Open Call: Kellogg-Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investing Challenge
Deadline: 25-Jan-2026 The Kellogg-Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investing Challenge is a global competition for graduate students to design innovative financial solutions addressing pressing social and environmental issues. Participants develop investment strategies that balance measurable impact with … [Read more...] about Open Call: Kellogg-Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investing Challenge
CFAs: Food and Nutrition Support with School Feeding in Far North (Cameroon)
Deadline: 16-Dec-2025 The World Food Programme (WFP) is implementing a multi-faceted initiative in Cameroon’s Far North region to strengthen food security, enhance livelihoods, and improve nutrition for crisis-affected populations. The program integrates cash assistance, food-for-assets, and … [Read more...] about CFAs: Food and Nutrition Support with School Feeding in Far North (Cameroon)
Submissions open for Storm Fund in Belgium
Deadline: 15-Dec-2025 The King Baudouin Foundation’s Storm Fund supports sustainable projects in Belgium near Storm wind farms, offering grants between €1,000 and €10,000. Eligible initiatives focus on biodiversity, environment, mobility, energy, and community engagement, with … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Storm Fund in Belgium
Call for LOIs: Cultivating Collaboration and Indigenous Driven Action Program (Canada)
Deadline: 09-Jan-2026 The Canada Water Agency’s Lake Winnipeg Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative is funding Indigenous-led stewardship through its Cultivating Collaboration and Indigenous-Driven Action stream. Letters of intent are due January 9, 2026, with multi-year projects running from April 1, … [Read more...] about Call for LOIs: Cultivating Collaboration and Indigenous Driven Action Program (Canada)
Call for Applications: School Feeding Programme (Colombia)
Deadline: 18-Dec-2025 The School Feeding Programme is seeking a Cooperating Partner to manage recruitment, contracting, and payment of food handlers and project support staff across 13 municipalities in La Guajira, Colombia. The partner must ensure full compliance with Colombian labor and social … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: School Feeding Programme (Colombia)
Improving Community Living Standards in Tchologo and Bounkani via ATPC (Cote D’Ivoire)
Deadline: 18-Dec-2025 UNICEF, in partnership with Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), is inviting applications to implement WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) and eco-citizenship initiatives in Tchologo and Bounkani. The programme supports ending open defecation, improving … [Read more...] about Improving Community Living Standards in Tchologo and Bounkani via ATPC (Cote D’Ivoire)
Call for Applications: Water Quality Grants Program in Canada
Deadline: 31-Jan-2026 The Shuswap Watershed Council (SWC) is offering targeted grants of up to $5,000 per project to support nutrient-retention practices that reduce phosphorus entering Shuswap and Mara Lakes. A total of $15,000 is available for 2026, with funding directed toward landowners, farms, … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Water Quality Grants Program in Canada
Open Call for BlueActionBANOS Community-Led Actions Program
Deadline: 16-Mar-2026 The BlueActionBANOS Open Call funds large, community-driven projects that support Mission Ocean and Waters objectives across the Baltic and North Sea basin. Selected initiatives receive €200,000–€2 million plus up to 24 months of operational and technical … [Read more...] about Open Call for BlueActionBANOS Community-Led Actions Program
11th Annual Water, Food and Agriculture Innovation Prize (US)
Deadline: 31-Dec-2025 The MIT Water, Food & Agriculture Innovation Prize supports student-led startups developing sustainable solutions for global water, food, and agricultural challenges. The program awards over $50,000 annually to early-stage ventures and provides mentoring, industry access, … [Read more...] about 11th Annual Water, Food and Agriculture Innovation Prize (US)
Request for Applications: Green Resilience Grant Program (Canada)
Deadline: 06-Feb-2026 The Green Resilience Grant supports nonprofits and community groups in the Shuswap region to implement innovative sustainability and green resilience projects. Grants fund initiatives such as community water stations, greener supply chains, and environmentally responsible … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Green Resilience Grant Program (Canada)
RFAs: Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Project (Niue)
Deadline: 31-Dec-2025 The Embassy of Japan in Niue invites applications for the Grassroots Human Security Project (GGP), offering grants up to 20 million JPY to NGOs, local government units, and non-profit organizations. The programme supports small-scale but high-impact projects addressing basic … [Read more...] about RFAs: Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Project (Niue)
Call for Applications: Un Decade Youth Task Force Microgrant Program
Deadline: 31-Dec-2025 The UN Decade Youth Task Force Microgrant Programme 2026 funds youth-led ecosystem restoration projects with clear ecological benefits and measurable outcomes. Ten micro-grants of up to USD 1,000 will support registered youth-led organizations implementing nature-based, … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Un Decade Youth Task Force Microgrant Program
CFPs: Community Heritage and Biodiversity Grant Programme (Ireland and UK)
Deadline: 31-Jan-2026 Waterways Ireland invites grant applications for projects supporting its Heritage and Biodiversity Plan 2030. Open to individuals, community groups, and organisations along Ireland’s inland waterways, the scheme offers grants up to €1,500/£1,350 for initiatives that promote … [Read more...] about CFPs: Community Heritage and Biodiversity Grant Programme (Ireland and UK)
Request for Applications: Community Resilience Fund 2026 (UK)
Deadline: 19-Dec-2025 The Kula Foundation Community Resilience Grant supports six community groups globally to deliver projects that build resilient, sustainable, and empowered communities. Grants of up to £500 per project are available for direct project costs such as solar panels, water tanks, or … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: Community Resilience Fund 2026 (UK)
CFAs: Water4All Partnership Funding Programme (Portugal)
Deadline: 13-Nov-2025 The Water4All – Water Security for the Planet Partnership has launched its 4th call for transnational research and innovation projects aimed at addressing water challenges in the context of climate change, advancing the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, and … [Read more...] about CFAs: Water4All Partnership Funding Programme (Portugal)
Call for EOIs: WASH, Climate Action and Environment Programme (Uganda)
Deadline: 20-Nov-2025 UNICEF The program aims to ensure that by 2030, more children and their families live in clean, climate-resilient, and sustainable environments, with access to affordable, safely managed water and sanitation services while practicing safe hygiene behaviors. The initiative … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: WASH, Climate Action and Environment Programme (Uganda)
Call for WASH Service Delivery Partnership Proposals from NGOs in South Africa
Deadline: 17-November -2025 The Rand Water Foundation is inviting proposals from qualified non-governmental and community-based organizations to partner in expanding access to safe water, dignified sanitation, and improved hygiene practices in vulnerable communities. The Foundation is … [Read more...] about Call for WASH Service Delivery Partnership Proposals from NGOs in South Africa
EPARRDD Project “Drinking Water and Rural Sanitation – Resilient, Sustainable and Decentralized” (Haiti)
Deadline: 29 November 2025 The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund Haiti has launched a major initiative to improve access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene in the Département de l’Artibonite through the project titled “Eau Potable et Assainissement Rural, Résilient, … [Read more...] about EPARRDD Project “Drinking Water and Rural Sanitation – Resilient, Sustainable and Decentralized” (Haiti)
Call for Proposals: Small Grants Programme Operational (Phase 8) – Bhutan
Deadline: 17 November 2025 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), under the Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (SGP) Operational Phase 8 (OP8), has announced a Call for Proposals to support community-driven initiatives that strengthen resilience to climate … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Small Grants Programme Operational (Phase 8) – Bhutan
Apply Now: Canadian Housing Infrastructure Fund 2025 Provincial-Territorial Stream
Deadline: 28-Nov-2025 The Government of Saskatchewan has opened applications for the Fall 2025 intake of the Canadian Housing Infrastructure Fund (CHIF) Provincial-Territorial Stream, supporting community infrastructure projects that enable housing development across the province. Focus: This … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Canadian Housing Infrastructure Fund 2025 Provincial-Territorial Stream
Call for Projects: Elisabeth and Amélie Fund in Belgium
Deadline: 19-Mar-2026 The Elisabeth and Amélie Fund is inviting project proposals from Belgian organisations working in Africa, Latin America, and Asia to improve access to water through sustainable partnerships with local actors. The focus of the call is on water management in family farming, … [Read more...] about Call for Projects: Elisabeth and Amélie Fund in Belgium
Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (8th Operational Phase) – Djibouti
Deadline: 31-Dec-2025 The Global Environment Facility (GEF) Small Grants Programme (SGP), implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), is inviting proposals from civil society organizations and grassroots community groups. The programme supports community-led projects that … [Read more...] about Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (8th Operational Phase) – Djibouti
Call for EOIs: Implementation of UNICEF-supported WASH Interventions in Rwanda
Deadline: 10-Nov-2025 The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund UNICEF is offering a significant opportunity for professionals and organizations to contribute to improving water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services in Rwanda and the Northern region. This initiative focuses … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Implementation of UNICEF-supported WASH Interventions in Rwanda
Request for Proposals: Australian Heritage Grants (Round 8)
Deadline: 05-Dec-2025 The Australian Heritage Grants Program provides support to protect and promote the National Heritage Values of places included on the National Heritage List through strengthened recognition, management, conservation and public engagement. The objectives of the program and … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Australian Heritage Grants (Round 8)
LASC International Grants for Community Development and Poverty Relief (US)
Deadline: 17-Jan-2026 The LASC International Grants program provides funding support for impactful community-based initiatives addressing food security, poverty relief, and sustainable livelihoods across select countries in Central America and the Caribbean. Projects to be funded will address … [Read more...] about LASC International Grants for Community Development and Poverty Relief (US)
Apply Now: Direct Aid Program to support Sustainable and Inclusive Development
Deadline: 23-Nov-2025 The Direct Aid Program (DAP) is a small-grants initiative funded by Australia’s aid budget that supports non-profit organisations working in local communities to achieve sustainable and inclusive development. The program focuses on climate, renewable energy, oceans, … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Direct Aid Program to support Sustainable and Inclusive Development
Call for Expression of Interest: Capacity Building for Solar-Powered WASH Systems
Deadline: 20-Nov-2025 The UNICEF is seeking a qualified partner to strengthen global capacity in the design, installation, and operation of solar-powered water systems. This initiative aims to ensure that solar-powered solutions for water access are reliable, sustainable, and environmentally … [Read more...] about Call for Expression of Interest: Capacity Building for Solar-Powered WASH Systems
Entries open for the 11th Edition of Science by Women Program (Africa)
Deadline: 30-Nov-2025 The Women for Africa Foundation is pleased to announce its 11th edition of the Science by Women program to promote African women leadership in scientific research and technology. The Science by Women program offers a 6-month post-doctoral fellowship in collaboration with … [Read more...] about Entries open for the 11th Edition of Science by Women Program (Africa)
Request for Proposals: Greenbelt Foundation Grants (Canada)
Deadline: 05-Nov-2025 The Greenbelt Foundation is offering grants to support initiatives that enhance Ontario's Greenbelt, a vital area providing clean air, fresh water, and a reliable local food source. The foundation seeks to fund projects that align with its mission to steward and protect … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Greenbelt Foundation Grants (Canada)
CFAs: Contingency Partnerships with UNICEF for Emergency Preparedness and Response (Mozambique)
Deadline: 04-Nov-2025 The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund has launched a Call for Expression of Interest to establish contingency partnerships for emergency preparedness and response in Mozambique. The initiative spans multiple provinces, including Cabo Delgado, Niassa, … [Read more...] about CFAs: Contingency Partnerships with UNICEF for Emergency Preparedness and Response (Mozambique)
Submit Applications for International Residencies Grant (Canada)
Deadline: 22-Oct-2025 The International Residencies program offers vital support to Canadian artists, arts workers, artistic groups, and organizations seeking to expand their creative practice through residencies abroad. The Arts Across Canada and Abroad program, it aims to strengthen … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for International Residencies Grant (Canada)
Call for Applications: Naturesave Trust Grant Program (UK)
Deadline: 27-Nov-2025 The Naturesave is inviting applications from charities, community groups, and organisations for boosting biodiversity. This effort aims to restore nature, create healthier environments for people, and build resilience against climate change. Protecting biodiversity … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Naturesave Trust Grant Program (UK)
Submit Applications for Youth4Water Grants Program
Deadline: 31-Dec-2025 The Youth4Water Grants program is designed to support young people and youth-led organizations across Africa and South Asia in implementing innovative, community-driven initiatives focused on water. By leveraging the network of the UNCCD Youth Caucus and the resources of … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Youth4Water Grants Program
Submissions open for the Activate Fellowship Program (US)
Deadline: 28-Oct-2025 Applications are now open for the Activate Fellowship to integrate community, resources, and opportunity. Activate supports 16 verticals, aligned with their broader mission to meet the urgency of global challenges: Advanced Robotics and Manufacturing, Built Environment, … [Read more...] about Submissions open for the Activate Fellowship Program (US)
Request for Applications: D-Prize Global Challenge
Deadline: 23-Nov-2025 The D-Prize offers a unique opportunity for changemakers to create lasting impact by launching new social ventures focused on expanding access to proven solutions in low- and middle-income countries. Rather than funding the invention of new ideas, the D-Prize aims to … [Read more...] about Request for Applications: D-Prize Global Challenge
SBI Foundation Invites Proposals under SBIF CONSERW: WASTE NO MORE (India)
Deadline: 26-Oct-2025 SBI Foundation has announced a Request for Proposal (RFP) under its flagship program, SBIF CONSERW – ‘Conservation Through Sustainable Engagements, Restoration and Wildlife Protection’, to implement large-scale projects focused on Solid Waste Management and Liquid Waste … [Read more...] about SBI Foundation Invites Proposals under SBIF CONSERW: WASTE NO MORE (India)
RFAs: Egyptian-Spanish Joint Technological Co-operation Program
Deadline: 03-Dec-2025 The Science, Technology and Innovation Funding Authority invites collaborative research and development projects between Egyptian and Spanish partners to foster innovation, strengthen partnerships, and develop new technological solutions. The call targets collaborative … [Read more...] about RFAs: Egyptian-Spanish Joint Technological Co-operation Program
Rural Water and Wastewater Technical Assistance and Training Program in US
Deadline: 31-Dec-2025 The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the Technical Assistance and Training (TAT) Grants Program for fiscal year 2026, designed to strengthen water and waste management systems in rural areas across the United States. This program supports qualified … [Read more...] about Rural Water and Wastewater Technical Assistance and Training Program in US
Call for EOIs: Emergency WASH Response in Dnipropetrovska, Donetska, and Zaporizka (Ukraine)
Deadline: 25-Oct-2025 The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund has launched an emergency Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) response in Ukraine, focusing on the Donetska and Zaporizka oblasts, to address urgent water access and sanitation challenges affecting communities and … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Emergency WASH Response in Dnipropetrovska, Donetska, and Zaporizka (Ukraine)
Entries open for Pulitzer Center Writing Contest
Deadline: 14-Nov-2025 Applications are now open for the Pulitzer Center Writing Contest to make their voices heard by participating in a letter-writing contest that encourages civic engagement and global awareness. The contest focuses on five key issues: Climate and Environment (Includes … [Read more...] about Entries open for Pulitzer Center Writing Contest
CFAs: Aspire Coronation Trust Foundation Grant Program 2026 – Africa
Deadline: 10-Oct-2025 The ACT Foundation offers grants focused on four key areas aimed at fostering sustainable development across Africa: Health, Entrepreneurship, Environment, and Leadership. Each of these areas is designed to address critical challenges and empower communities to thrive. In … [Read more...] about CFAs: Aspire Coronation Trust Foundation Grant Program 2026 – Africa
HealthPro2 Grants for Vulnerable Populations Facing Food Insecurity
Deadline: 29-Dec-2025 The Italian Agency for Development Cooperation is now accepting applications for its HealthPro2 Grant Program. The programme aims to address the urgent needs created by extreme poverty, food insecurity, and malnutrition, particularly among those most affected by ongoing … [Read more...] about HealthPro2 Grants for Vulnerable Populations Facing Food Insecurity
Request for EOIs: Partnership on Childhood and Adolescent Evidence Generation (Dominican Republic)
Deadline: 21-Oct-2025 The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund is inviting expressions of interest from partners to implement a new initiative in Provincia Sánchez Ramírez, Dominican Republic, focusing on strengthening evidence generation, knowledge sharing, and capacity … [Read more...] about Request for EOIs: Partnership on Childhood and Adolescent Evidence Generation (Dominican Republic)
Entries open for Wessex Water Community Fund (UK)
Deadline: 20-Oct-2025 The Wessex Water Community Fund, delivered across the South West by Quartet, Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire Community Foundations, offers grants of up to £4,000 to support community-based activities or projects that address local needs and improve the lives of people most in … [Read more...] about Entries open for Wessex Water Community Fund (UK)
