Deadline: 03-Nov-2025 UN Women’s Fiji Multi-Country Office has launched a new call for proposals aimed at strengthening the capacity and influence of women’s rights organizations in the Pacific. This initiative is part of the second phase of the Pacific Partnership to End Violence Against … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Pacific Partnership Phase II Program
Grants and Resources for Women and Gender
View the latest grant funding and resources in the area of Women and Gender for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals around the world.
Nominations open for Rural Women Innovators Award Program
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025 Women across rural Europe are being recognised for their transformative contributions to sustainability and innovation through the Rural Women Innovators Award. Part of the GRASS CEILING project, this award celebrates women who are reshaping rural economies and … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Rural Women Innovators Award Program
Grants for Addressing the Socio-economic and Environmental Impacts of Red Mud (Indonesia and Australia)
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025 The KONEKSI EV Mechanism Call for Proposals (CfP) has been launched to support Indonesian and Australian organisations in conducting collaborative research under the theme “Addressing the Socio-economic and Environmental Impacts of Red Mud (Bauxite Residue).” This … [Read more...] about Grants for Addressing the Socio-economic and Environmental Impacts of Red Mud (Indonesia and Australia)
Entries open for ISDAO Regional Grant Program
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025 The West African Sankofa Initiative (ISDAO) has opened a new round of flexible grant funding to strengthen LGBTQI movements across West Africa. Led by LGBTQI activists, ISDAO is dedicated to advancing equality, social justice, and gender diversity through community-led … [Read more...] about Entries open for ISDAO Regional Grant Program
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)
UNICEF Mozambique: Expanding Health and Nutrition Access for Conflict-Affected Women and Children in Cabo Delgado
Deadline: 19-Oct-2025 The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund Mozambique is inviting strategic partnerships to expand access and utilization of quality health and nutrition services for conflict-affected populations in Cabo Delgado Province. This initiative prioritizes … [Read more...] about UNICEF Mozambique: Expanding Health and Nutrition Access for Conflict-Affected Women and Children in Cabo Delgado
Australian Embassy in Iraq launches Direct Aid Program
Deadline: 12-Oct-2025 The Australian Embassy in Iraq has announced that applications are open for its Direct Aid Program, offering small grants to support locally driven community development projects. Eligible organisations are registered Iraqi NGOs or community-based groups with a track … [Read more...] about Australian Embassy in Iraq launches Direct Aid Program
Third Call for Regional Fund: Empowering Women and Advancing SDGs
Deadline: 12-Oct-2025 The Regional Fund to Support Women and Feminist Organizations and Movements has announced its third call for grant applications, offering a vital opportunity for women’s and feminist organizations in Latin America and the Caribbean to strengthen their role in advancing … [Read more...] about Third Call for Regional Fund: Empowering Women and Advancing SDGs
Request for Proposals: UPCWGS Research Grant Program (Philippines)
Deadline: 03-Nov-2025 The University of the Philippines Center for Women’s and Gender Studies (UPCWGS) is now accepting proposals for its 2026 UPCWGS Research Grant to support cutting-edge research on women and gender in the Philippines. The UPCWGS will provide a maximum of PhP150,000 in … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: UPCWGS Research Grant Program (Philippines)
Short-Term Grants for Women’s Leadership in Peace Processes
Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) Rapid Response Window (RRW) is accepting concept notes from eligible applicants in countries with active peace processes. This opportunity is open to those working at both national and sub-national levels in contexts where … [Read more...] about Short-Term Grants for Women’s Leadership in Peace Processes
RFAs: Peaceful Coexistence and Social Inclusion for Afghan Refugees and Host Communities in Pakistan
Deadline: 15-Oct-2025 The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), through its Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (ROAP), has launched a Call for Proposals for not-for-profit organizations, including national and international NGOs, to collaborate on the project “Harmonizing … [Read more...] about RFAs: Peaceful Coexistence and Social Inclusion for Afghan Refugees and Host Communities in Pakistan
Grants for Local Women and Young Women’s Rights CSOs in Syria
Deadline: 20-Oct-2025 The Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) has launched a new call for proposals to support women and young women’s rights organizations in Syria. The initiative is aimed at strengthening humanitarian and crisis response, protecting women and girls, and advancing … [Read more...] about Grants for Local Women and Young Women’s Rights CSOs in Syria
Rapid Response Funding: Direct Support Stream
Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) Direct Support Stream is accepting concept notes from eligible applicants in countries with active peace processes. This opportunity is open to those working at both national and sub-national levels in contexts where formal … [Read more...] about Rapid Response Funding: Direct Support Stream
Open Call: WD2026 Media Scholarship Program
Deadline: 15-Oct-2025 The Women Deliver is offering Media Scholarships for journalists and content creators worldwide, especially those who may not otherwise be able to attend and report. The Women Deliver 2026 Conference (WD2026) will take place from 27–30 April 2026 in Narrm (Melbourne), … [Read more...] about Open Call: WD2026 Media Scholarship Program
Apply Now: Santoor Women’s Scholarship Program (India)
Deadline: 15-Oct-2025 Applications are now open for the Santoor Women’s Scholarship Program to financially support girls from disadvantaged backgrounds, who wish to pursue higher education after grade 12. It is a recurring annual program and the selected students are supported for the duration … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Santoor Women’s Scholarship Program (India)
Call for Proposals in Sudan to support Civil Society Organizations
Deadline: 21-Oct-2025 The Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) has launched a new call for proposals to support local civil society organizations (CSOs) in Sudan, with a focus on advancing women’s participation and leadership in humanitarian crisis planning and response, as well as ensuring … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals in Sudan to support Civil Society Organizations
CFAs: Princess Sabeeka Bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa Global Award for Women’s Empowerment
Deadline: 20-Mar-2026 The UN Women has launched a prestigious global award to recognize and celebrate the outstanding efforts of individuals, civil society, public institutions, and private sector actors working toward gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls. The initiative … [Read more...] about CFAs: Princess Sabeeka Bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa Global Award for Women’s Empowerment
Call for EOIs: Women’s Empowerment in the Small-Scale Agri-Food Value Chain (Togo)
Deadline: 16-Oct-2025 The World Food Programme (WFP) is rolling out an initiative in the Savanes and Kara regions of Togo to strengthen women’s livelihoods through sustainable agricultural practices and improved market access. This effort aims to build resilience and empower women as leaders … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Women’s Empowerment in the Small-Scale Agri-Food Value Chain (Togo)
Submit Applications for Waitematā Quick Response Grant (New Zealand)
Deadline: 24-Oct-2025 The Auckland Council is inviting applications for the Waitematā Quick Response Grant, which provides funding between $500 and $4,000 to support a variety of projects across arts, community, environment, events, heritage, and sports and recreation. The Waitematā Local … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Waitematā Quick Response Grant (New Zealand)
Calls for Applications: Organisational Development Grants
Deadline: 12-Oct-2025 The Asfari Foundation is offering Organisational Development Grants designed to strengthen civil society organisations in the Levant region. These grants are aimed at helping small to medium-sized organisations improve their strategic capacity so they can better address … [Read more...] about Calls for Applications: Organisational Development Grants
Request For Applications: Change Microgrant Programme 2025/26 (Malaysia)
Deadline: 15-Nov-2025 Are you a nonprofit, NGO, or social enterprise in Malaysia working to empower women, children, or youth? The Change Microgrant Programme is now open for applications! With a focus on income generation and entrepreneurial training, the programme invites eligible … [Read more...] about Request For Applications: Change Microgrant Programme 2025/26 (Malaysia)
Entries open for Pakistan Women Leaders Project
Deadline: 20-Oct-2025 The Pakistan Women Leaders (PWL) Project (2024–2029), funded by the European Union and jointly implemented by UN Women and UNDP, is set to advance systemic reforms and build the capacity of women leaders across Pakistan. As part of Outcome 2—focused on strengthening … [Read more...] about Entries open for Pakistan Women Leaders Project
Submit Applications for PAIDAR Microgrants Program – Pakistan
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025 PAIDAR aims to support economic recovery and sustainable development in rural Sindh through financial assistance to viable business proposals. The program’s objectives include poverty alleviation, inclusive development, economic recovery, and sustainable development in … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for PAIDAR Microgrants Program – Pakistan
CFAs: Safe Beginnings in Cambodia – Health and Nutrition for Mothers and Children
Deadline: 03-Oct-2025 The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund has launched a new initiative to improve health and nutrition services in two provinces of Cambodia—Ŏtar Meanchey and Preah Vihear. With a total funding allocation of USD 305,971, the program will run for six … [Read more...] about CFAs: Safe Beginnings in Cambodia – Health and Nutrition for Mothers and Children
Call for Proposals: Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund in Syria
Deadline: 20-Oct-2025 The Women’s Peace & Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) has announced a new Call for Proposals in Syria, offering a critical opportunity for civil society organizations to advance the rights, protection, and leadership of women and girls in crisis-affected settings. This funding … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund in Syria
Emergency Support Initiative for Conflict-Affected Communities in Sudan
Deadline: 06-Oct-2025 The Italian Agency for Development Cooperation is seeking applications for its Emergency Initiative to support the populations of Sudan affected by the conflict in order to guarantee essential life-saving services. The initiative aims to deliver urgent, life-saving … [Read more...] about Emergency Support Initiative for Conflict-Affected Communities in Sudan
RFAs: Support Program for Implementing Chad’s National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security
Deadline: 11-Nov-2025 The European Commission has launched a call for proposals under Action 62445, aimed at advancing the implementation of Chad’s National Action Plan for Resolution 1325 – Women, Peace and Security. The programme focuses on strengthening the role of women in conflict … [Read more...] about RFAs: Support Program for Implementing Chad’s National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security
Open Call: GEF Small Grants Programme (8th Operational Phase) – Suriname
Deadline: 17-Oct-2025 The Global Environment Facility (GEF) Small Grants Programme (SGP), implemented by UNDP with FAO and Conservation International as co-implementers, continues to provide critical financial and technical support to community-based and civil society organizations in … [Read more...] about Open Call: GEF Small Grants Programme (8th Operational Phase) – Suriname
Applications open for SENSE Foundation Brussels Grant Program
Deadline: 24-Oct-2025 The SENSE Foundation Brussels has opened submissions for its grant program, supporting nonprofits in Belgium and abroad that align with its mission in health, environment, and sustainable development. The foundation prioritizes projects focused on genetics, nutrition, … [Read more...] about Applications open for SENSE Foundation Brussels Grant Program
DLR Sports Partnership Club Participation Grant Scheme 2026 (Ireland)
Deadline: 24-Oct-2025 The Dún Laoghaire‑Rathdown Sports Partnership has opened applications for its 2026 Club Participation Grant Scheme, offering vital support to local sports clubs and organisations that pursue inclusive, community‑driven initiatives. The scheme is designed to help clubs … [Read more...] about DLR Sports Partnership Club Participation Grant Scheme 2026 (Ireland)
Grants for Civil Society Actors to Protect and Support Human Rights Defenders
Deadline: 18-Nov-2025 The Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, through its national budget chapter 152, item 70 Human Rights, has launched a new call for proposals under the grant scheme “Human Rights.” The program seeks to protect human rights defenders and strengthen their work in … [Read more...] about Grants for Civil Society Actors to Protect and Support Human Rights Defenders
Entries open for Small Grants Programme (UK)
Deadline: 21-Oct-2025 The Small Grants Programme has been designed to support grassroots, women-led organisations with an annual income of £50,000 or less It focuses on smaller community groups that are rooted in lived experience and were often started to address a local and unmet need. … [Read more...] about Entries open for Small Grants Programme (UK)
Funding available for Women and Young Women’s Rights Organizations in Lebanon
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025 The Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) has launched a new call for proposals to provide grants to local women’s and young women’s rights civil society organizations (CSOs) in Lebanon. This initiative supports organizations working in three critical areas: … [Read more...] about Funding available for Women and Young Women’s Rights Organizations in Lebanon
Grants for empowering Palestinian and Israeli Civil Societies and Media Program
Deadline: 26-Oct-2025 Canal France International (CFI), in partnership with the European Union, has announced a new grant call aimed at strengthening independent Palestinian media through support for new media initiatives, traditional outlets, and fact‑checking organizations. The fund’s goal … [Read more...] about Grants for empowering Palestinian and Israeli Civil Societies and Media Program
Submissions open for Agora Scholarship Program (Turkey)
Deadline: 06-Oct-2025 The Heinrich Böll Stiftung is pleased to announce its Agora Scholarship Program for university students who have a high volunteering potential and want to take responsibility in the field of democracy, social problems and human rights. The aim of the program is to enable … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Agora Scholarship Program (Turkey)
Call for Proposals: Supporting Women’s Leadership in Crisis Response and Peacebuilding (Mali)
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025 The Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) has launched a new call for proposals to support local women’s and young women’s rights organizations in Mali. This funding opportunity is focused on empowering grassroots initiatives that promote gender equality and protect … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Supporting Women’s Leadership in Crisis Response and Peacebuilding (Mali)
Apply Now: TalentA 2025–2026 Educational Grant Program for Women Farmers (Ukraine)
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025 The TalentA 2025–2026 educational grant program aims to strengthen and develop women’s farming in Ukraine, particularly in the context of the full-scale war unleashed by Russia. The focus of the program includes access to information to ensure the viability of … [Read more...] about Apply Now: TalentA 2025–2026 Educational Grant Program for Women Farmers (Ukraine)
Open Call: Workshop Support on Sexual and Gender-Based Violence and Decent Work (Bangladesh)
Deadline: 05-Oct-2025 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), through its SWAPNO II initiative, is seeking to engage a qualified organization to conduct a series of factory-level workshops designed to promote decent work, workplace safety, and gender equality in Bangladesh’s Ready-Made … [Read more...] about Open Call: Workshop Support on Sexual and Gender-Based Violence and Decent Work (Bangladesh)
RFAs: Strengthening the prevention and coordination of Gender Based Violence services in Cambodia
Deadline: 03-Oct-2025 The UN Women has launched a call for proposals inviting Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to become responsible partners in piloting and monitoring a Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Primary Prevention Model. With a budget range of USD 60,000, the initiative seeks to … [Read more...] about RFAs: Strengthening the prevention and coordination of Gender Based Violence services in Cambodia
“Our Work/Environment” Reporting Grant Program
Deadline: 31-Dec-2026 The Pulitzer Center is now accepting applications for its initiative focused on climate change and its effects on workers and work. This ambitious initiative, Our Work/Environment, seeks to explore the global climate risks playing out in fields and on factory floors and … [Read more...] about “Our Work/Environment” Reporting Grant Program
CFAs: Investing in Civil Society Leadership to End Violence against Women
Deadline: 19-Nov-2025 The UN Trust Fund has launched a new Call for Proposals to provide four-year grants, offering both core and flexible funds, to civil society organizations working to end violence against women and girls. The initiative focuses particularly on organizations serving … [Read more...] about CFAs: Investing in Civil Society Leadership to End Violence against Women
Call for EOIs: Expanding Child Protection Services for Vulnerable Refugee, Migrant and Turkish Children
Deadline: 08-Oct-2025 The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund has launched a new initiative in Turkey with a focus on strengthening child protection and addressing gender-based violence (GBV), while also tackling the persistent issue of child labour. This effort is designed … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Expanding Child Protection Services for Vulnerable Refugee, Migrant and Turkish Children
Entries open for Rapid Response Grants in Poland
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025 The European Commission has launched the Call for Rapid Response Grants to strengthen the protection of fundamental rights and support civil society organisations in Poland. Its core objective is to back initiatives that safeguard groups most at risk of discrimination, … [Read more...] about Entries open for Rapid Response Grants in Poland
Training Program on Gender Mainstreaming and Women’s Economic Empowerment (Palestine)
Deadline: 17-Oct-2025 The Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS) – Jerusalem Office has announced a new opportunity under the programme “Promoting Gender-Responsive Actions in Palestine to Integrate Women in the Culture and Creative Industry”. This initiative seeks to advance gender … [Read more...] about Training Program on Gender Mainstreaming and Women’s Economic Empowerment (Palestine)
Call for Proposals: Small Scale Projects 2026 (Lebanon)
Deadline: 19-Oct-2025 The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Beirut is inviting proposals for its 2026 Small Scale Projects program, an initiative aimed at supporting locally driven development efforts that align with national priorities. The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Beirut is inviting … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Small Scale Projects 2026 (Lebanon)
Apply for Marshalls Good Stuff Accelerator Program (US)
Deadline: 14-Oct-2025 The Marshalls Good Stuff Accelerator Program is a year-long virtual initiative designed to support 40 women in making meaningful progress toward their personal or professional goals. The program focuses on turning connection into valuable community, feeling financially … [Read more...] about Apply for Marshalls Good Stuff Accelerator Program (US)
Call for EOIs: 16 Days Campaign of Activism against Gender-based Violence
Deadline: 02-Oct-2025 The Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS) – Jerusalem Office has launched a call for proposals under the program SIGEWE – Support to the Institutionalization of Gender Mainstreaming & Women’s Empowerment in the National Palestinian Authority (AID … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: 16 Days Campaign of Activism against Gender-based Violence
Grants for addressing Gender-based Violence among Refugees in Malaysia
Deadline: 20-Oct-2025 The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees is supporting a critical initiative across multiple regions of Malaysia—including Johor, Kelantan, Terengganu, Pulau Pinang, Perlis, Perak, Kuala Lumpur, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Kedah, and Selangor—aimed at strengthening … [Read more...] about Grants for addressing Gender-based Violence among Refugees in Malaysia
Grant Program: Japan-U.S. Global Partnership
Deadline: 01-Dec-2025 The “Grant Program: Japan-U.S. Global Partnership”, JF seeks to support Japan-U.S. collaborative projects that will help resolve current global issues of common concern, build partnerships among diverse professions and backgrounds necessary to successfully address those … [Read more...] about Grant Program: Japan-U.S. Global Partnership
ICCCAD Youth Innovation Fund 2026: Catalyst Youth Project (Bangladesh)
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025 The Youth Innovation Fund – Catalyst Youth Project is a small-grant initiative designed to support and sponsor youth-led and youth-serving organizations contributing to the fields of climate change and development. The focus areas of this fund include climate change … [Read more...] about ICCCAD Youth Innovation Fund 2026: Catalyst Youth Project (Bangladesh)
