Deadline: 24-Aug-20 The Active Citizens Fund has announced the Ad-hoc Action Call to support civil society organisations and civic initiatives when urgent responses are needed either to tackle immediate challenges (e.g., pressures on civic space and incidences of hate speech) or to seize very … [Read more...] about Active Citizens Fund seeking Applications for Ad-hoc Action Projects (Croatia)
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.
Call for applications: Expanding the Beijing+25 Youth Task Force
Deadline: 21-Aug-20 The UN Women’s Beijing+25 Youth Task Force is announcing a call for applications to expand the composition of the Youth Task Force that will work in the Generation Equality Forum (GEF) process closely with UN Women, civil society organizations and other stakeholders from … [Read more...] about Call for applications: Expanding the Beijing+25 Youth Task Force
United States: 2020-21 Women’s Giving Circle Grant Program
Deadline: 18-Sep-20 The Your Community Foundation of North Central West Virginia has launched the 2020-21 Women’s Giving Circle Grant Program to empowering Women Through Philanthropy. The Women’s Giving Circle, a component fund of YCF welcomes grant applications for organizations in Harrison, … [Read more...] about United States: 2020-21 Women’s Giving Circle Grant Program
We in Social Tech Growth Accelerator Programme – Cohort 4 (United Kingdom)
Deadline: 16-Aug-20 The We in Social Tech growth accelerator programme has been created to support 85 ambitious women-led social tech businesses over two years. We in Social Tech is an innovative accelerator programme, set-up to support ambitious women-led social technology businesses. The … [Read more...] about We in Social Tech Growth Accelerator Programme – Cohort 4 (United Kingdom)
EU announces CFPs for Promotion of Equality, Empowerment and Employability of Women (Morocco)
Deadline: 28-Oct-20 The European Union (EU) has announced a call for proposals for the promotion of a culture of equality and empowerment and employability of women. Objectives The general objective of this call for proposals is to promote gender equality by improving the perceptions and … [Read more...] about EU announces CFPs for Promotion of Equality, Empowerment and Employability of Women (Morocco)
UNDP: Call to Civil Society Organizations of Women Girls Promoting New Masculinities (EL Salvador)
Deadline: 20-Aug-20 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has announced a call to Civil Society Organizations / Human Rights Defender's Organizations of Women Girls Promoting New Masculinities, for the presentation of proposals oriented to the strengthening of essential services, San … [Read more...] about UNDP: Call to Civil Society Organizations of Women Girls Promoting New Masculinities (EL Salvador)
UNW/UNFPA: Joint Call for Proposals to strengthen Work of Women Human Rights Defenders in the context of COVID-19
Deadline: 16-Aug-20 UNW and UNFPA have launched a joint call for proposals to strengthen the work of women human rights defenders in the prevention and response to violence against women and girls and gender-based violence in the context of COVID-19. This call seeks an organization or a … [Read more...] about UNW/UNFPA: Joint Call for Proposals to strengthen Work of Women Human Rights Defenders in the context of COVID-19
UNDP Call for Applications for 2020 “Institutional Capacities for Prevention, Care and Reparation of Gender Violence in Municipalities of Province of Buenos Aires”
Deadline: 10-Aug-20 The United Nations Development Program (UNDP) has announced a call for applications for the 2020 "Institutional Capacities for Prevention, Care and Reparation of Gender Violence in Municipalities of Province of Buenos Aires". The Spotlight Initiative is a global alliance of … [Read more...] about UNDP Call for Applications for 2020 “Institutional Capacities for Prevention, Care and Reparation of Gender Violence in Municipalities of Province of Buenos Aires”
UN Women: Conducting Baseline Assessment for “Empowering women and girls affected by migration for inclusive and peaceful community development” Project (Kyrgyz Republic)
Deadline: 9-Aug-20 UN Women Country Office is currently inviting qualified company/organization to conduct a baseline assessment for “Empowering women and girls affected by migration for inclusive and peaceful community development” project. The overall objective of the baseline assessment is … [Read more...] about UN Women: Conducting Baseline Assessment for “Empowering women and girls affected by migration for inclusive and peaceful community development” Project (Kyrgyz Republic)
OVW: 2020 COVID-19/Violence Against Women Assistance to Tribes (United States)
Deadline: 16-Sep-20 Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) is a component of the United States Department of Justice (DOJ). Created in 1995, OVW administers grant programs authorized by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and subsequent legislation and provides national leadership on issues of … [Read more...] about OVW: 2020 COVID-19/Violence Against Women Assistance to Tribes (United States)
Call for Proposals: Provision of English as a Second Language to selected Venezuelan Women & Youth Migrants in Trinidad and Tobago
Deadline: 20-Aug-20 The United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) wishes to contract the services of an English Language Institution for the provision of English as a Second Language (ESL) to selected Venezuelan women and youth (girls) migrants, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Provision of English as a Second Language to selected Venezuelan Women & Youth Migrants in Trinidad and Tobago
Applications Open for 2020 Women Startup Program (India)
Deadline: 21-Aug-20 Applications are now open for the 2020 Women Startup Program with an aim to support ambitious and innovative women entrepreneurs by enabling them to transform their idea into a business venture. The participants will not be charged any fee to participate in the program. The … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2020 Women Startup Program (India)
2020-21 Shakti Cohort: Call for Indian Women-led Social Startups
Deadline: 15-Sep-20 Are you the next Changemaker? If yes, then apply for the 2020-21 Shakti Cohort. Shakti empathy projects are open to women-led social startups. It supports & mentors early-stage women-led social impact projects. The purpose is to nurture female entrepreneurs, to improve the … [Read more...] about 2020-21 Shakti Cohort: Call for Indian Women-led Social Startups
Equality Can’t Wait Challenge: $30 million to Help expand Women’s Power
Deadline: 01-Sep-20 Pivotal Ventures, Melinda Gates’ investment, and incubation company, with additional support from MacKenzie Bezos, is launching the Equality Can't-Wait Challenge, which will award $30 million to help expand women’s power and influence in the United States by 2030. Recent … [Read more...] about Equality Can’t Wait Challenge: $30 million to Help expand Women’s Power
CGEED seeking Applications for Digital Transformation Grant for Women-led Enterprises
Deadline: 14-Aug-20 The Center for Global Entrepreneurship and Economic Development (CGEED) is seeking applications for the Digital Transformation Grant for Women-led Enterprises. This project aims at empowering women to use technology to access information sources, engage and improve their … [Read more...] about CGEED seeking Applications for Digital Transformation Grant for Women-led Enterprises
UN Women Zimbabwe inviting Participants for Generation Equality Ideathon
Deadline: 7-Aug-20 UN Women Zimbabwe is looking for innovative solutions to persistent societal and economic challenges that are disrupting the participation of women in decisions that affect their lives. UN Women Zimbabwe aims to support an ideathon that is expected to result in viable and … [Read more...] about UN Women Zimbabwe inviting Participants for Generation Equality Ideathon
Community Foundation (Northern Ireland) seeking Comic Relief Community Support Program
Deadline: 15-Aug-20 The Community Foundation of Northern Ireland is currently seeking applications for the Comic Relief Community Support Programme. Objectives The focus of this programme will be to: No-one left Behind recognising and addressing the issues around social injustice and … [Read more...] about Community Foundation (Northern Ireland) seeking Comic Relief Community Support Program
Call for Research Proposals: Evidence-based Financial Solutions for Women Entrepreneurs
Deadline: 31-Aug-20 United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) is issuing a Call for Research Proposals to undertake human centered design inspired research. The research should explore the nuanced challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in accessing … [Read more...] about Call for Research Proposals: Evidence-based Financial Solutions for Women Entrepreneurs
Matrix Causes Fund Inviting UK Organisations to Promote a Sustainable Environment
Deadline: 07-Oct-20 The Matrix Causes Fund is offering grants to support organizations that promote access to justice (particularly for people trying to get support to meet their basic personal needs), or promote equality of opportunity, or promote a sustainable environment. Applications are … [Read more...] about Matrix Causes Fund Inviting UK Organisations to Promote a Sustainable Environment
SAHR Fellowship for Gender Justice Legal Defenders 2020–21
Deadline: 15-Aug-20 Strategic Advocacy Human Rights (SAHR) has announced the Gender Justice Legal Defenders Fellowship 2020–21 offering aspiring female and gender-nonconforming human rights lawyers and activists a paid opportunity to take on a sexual-based violence or discrimination case with … [Read more...] about SAHR Fellowship for Gender Justice Legal Defenders 2020–21
Call for Proposals for “Development of State Capacities to Strengthen Integral Protection System for Women in Province of Jujuy within Framework of Spotlight Initiative”
Deadline: 03-Aug-20 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has launched a call for proposals for "Development of State Capacities to strengthen the Integral Protection System for women in the Province of Jujuy within the framework of the Spotlight Initiative". The Spotlight Initiative … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals for “Development of State Capacities to Strengthen Integral Protection System for Women in Province of Jujuy within Framework of Spotlight Initiative”
Applications Open for Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Zimbabwe
Deadline: 11-Aug-20 The Embassy of Canada in Zimbabwe is launching its annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, which align with Global Affairs of Canada’s thematic priority areas for … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Zimbabwe
Embassy of Canada in the Philippines launches Canada Fund for Local Initiatives
Deadline: 10-Aug-20 The Embassy of Canada in the Philippines is pleased to launch its annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). The CFLI is a program designed to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, which align with Global Affairs … [Read more...] about Embassy of Canada in the Philippines launches Canada Fund for Local Initiatives
The Jewish Women’s Foundation Offering Grants in The Fields of Education, Women & Children
Deadline: 27-Aug-2020 The Jewish Women’s Foundation is seeking grant applications from local agencies and organizations based in the South Palm Beach County area. Grants will be offered to qualified organizations and agencies for specific programs to provide Jewish women and children, both … [Read more...] about The Jewish Women’s Foundation Offering Grants in The Fields of Education, Women & Children
U.S. Embassy in Cyprus announces Call for Grant Proposals
Deadline: 23-Aug-20 The U.S. Embassy in Cyprus announces a call for proposals for projects that encourage and promote mutual understanding and collaboration between the United States and Cyprus. Proposed projects should aim at benefiting the community, sharing common values, and where … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Cyprus announces Call for Grant Proposals
Call for Proposals: Empowerment Program for Refugee Women – Germany
Deadline: 25-Aug-20 Filia has launched call for proposals for the Empowerment Program for Refugee Women to support groups, activities, and projects in Germany that focus, for example, on political participation, activism, networking, rights, individual development, and empowerment. It could be … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Empowerment Program for Refugee Women – Germany
Applications Open for Spotlight Initiative for Central Asia and Afghanistan – Civil Society Regional Reference Group (CS-RRG)
Deadline: 7-Aug-20 The United Nations (UN) and the European Union (EU) in the Republic of Kazakhstan are now accepting applications from eligible qualified candidates to participate in the Regional Civil Society Advisory Group (RCG-RG), an advisory council for the new Ray of Light regional … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Spotlight Initiative for Central Asia and Afghanistan – Civil Society Regional Reference Group (CS-RRG)
CodeHack Training for Young Girls in Kenya – Covid-19 Edition
Deadline: 10-Aug-20 UNESCO in partnership with UNDP and Kenya National Commission for UNESCO (KNATCOM) will support Pwani Teknowgalz to conduct a Codehack Training for Young Girls in Kenya during the COVID-19 pandemic. The training program aims at equipping 100 young women aged 17 to 28 years … [Read more...] about CodeHack Training for Young Girls in Kenya – Covid-19 Edition
BMO Celebrating Women Grant Program – Canada
Deadline: 7-Aug-20 BMO, in collaboration with Deloitte, is pleased to present the BMO Celebrating Women Grant Program. BMO is a strong supporter of the advancement of women. Since 2012, BMO has recognized the achievements and contributions of over 180 women through the BMO Celebrating Women … [Read more...] about BMO Celebrating Women Grant Program – Canada
Call for Proposals: Flint Women and Girls Funds (United States)
Deadline: 1-Aug-20 The Community Foundation of Greater Flint (CFGF) has announced a call for proposals for the Flint Women and Girls Funds. The Flint Women and Girls Funds seek to increase gender equity by increasing opportunities for women and girls’ economic empowerment, social development, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Flint Women and Girls Funds (United States)
Call for Expressions of Interest: COVID–19 Grant for Addressing Sexual and Gender-Based Violence in Nigeria
Deadline: 7-Aug-20 The WVL project is a five-year project funded by Global Affairs Canada. The project is aimed at tackling the barriers to gender equality and supporting the empowerment of women and girls through the provision of technical and financial resources to local feminist/women’s rights … [Read more...] about Call for Expressions of Interest: COVID–19 Grant for Addressing Sexual and Gender-Based Violence in Nigeria
Call for Applications for Promotion of Gender Equality and Empowerment for Women in Situation of Displacement and Refugee in Ecuador
Deadline: 06-Aug-20 This proposal seeks to strengthen the efforts of UN Women to support the Ecuadorian state and humanitarian actors to generate actions towards gender equality and the empowerment of women refugees or in situations of human mobility and their hosts, to reduce gender-based … [Read more...] about Call for Applications for Promotion of Gender Equality and Empowerment for Women in Situation of Displacement and Refugee in Ecuador
RTK: Training of Specialists on Domestic Violence and Creation of Social Program for Sex Buyers in Estonia
Deadline: 06-Aug-20 The State Support Services Center (RTK) is seeking applications for Training of specialists on domestic violence and creation of a social program for sex buyers. The objective of this call for proposals is to reduce domestic and gender-based violence in the Estonian … [Read more...] about RTK: Training of Specialists on Domestic Violence and Creation of Social Program for Sex Buyers in Estonia
RTK: Raising Awareness of Domestic Violence and Reducing the Demand for Sex – Estonia
Deadline: 30-Sep-20 The State Support Services Center (RTK) has launched a call for applications for Raising awareness of domestic violence and reducing the demand for sex. Purpose The aim of the support is to reduce domestic violence and gender-based violence in Estonian … [Read more...] about RTK: Raising Awareness of Domestic Violence and Reducing the Demand for Sex – Estonia
UN Women: Delivery of Cash for Work Opportunities and Messages on COVID-19 Awareness (Philippines)
Deadline: 07-Aug-2020 The UN Women has announced a call for proposals for Delivery of Cash for Work Opportunities and Messages on COVID-19 Awareness to support cash-for-work opportunities for women and link these essential goods and services to organizations producing hygiene kits or providing … [Read more...] about UN Women: Delivery of Cash for Work Opportunities and Messages on COVID-19 Awareness (Philippines)
United Nations announces Grant Competition to Establish Services to Protect Victims of Violence – Ukraine
Deadline: 06-Aug-20 The United Nations has announced a grant competition to establish services to protect victims of violence. The purpose of this announcement is to provide information on the grant competition for non-governmental organizations operating in the Donetsk region, which is … [Read more...] about United Nations announces Grant Competition to Establish Services to Protect Victims of Violence – Ukraine
Women’s Peace & Humanitarian Fund announces Call for Proposals – Haiti
Deadline: 09-Sep-20 The Women’s Peace & Humanitarian Fund (WPHF), in partnership with the Spotlight Initiative has announced its first call for proposals in Haiti. WPHF seeks to fund qualifying civil-society projects in Haiti that are high impact, innovative, and contribute directly to the … [Read more...] about Women’s Peace & Humanitarian Fund announces Call for Proposals – Haiti
Call for Participants: Training Course “Gender Equality in Youth Work”
Deadline: 23-Aug-20 The Council of Europe has launched the call for participants for Training Course in "Gender Equality in Youth Work". The training course will build capacities of multipliers, notably youth workers and youth leaders, to introduce gender equality standards and practices in … [Read more...] about Call for Participants: Training Course “Gender Equality in Youth Work”
Consulate General of Sweden in Istanbul announces 2021 Call for Project Applications
Deadline: 21-Sep-20 The Consulate General of Sweden in Istanbul hereby announces its call for applications for projects in 2021. The Section for Turkish-Swedish Cooperation at the Consulate General of Sweden in Istanbul has promoted collaboration between the two countries since 2001. The … [Read more...] about Consulate General of Sweden in Istanbul announces 2021 Call for Project Applications
Applications Open for 2020 Meryl Williams Fellowship, Apply Now
Deadline: 31-Jul-20 GEAReD is inviting applications for the second offering of the prestigious Meryl Williams Fellowships to participate in a women’s leadership program, funded by the Australian Centre for International Agriculture Research (ACIAR). The prestigious Meryl Williams Fellowship is … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2020 Meryl Williams Fellowship, Apply Now
AWIEF launches Enterprise Development for Women-Owned Ventures in Green Energy
Deadline: 15 August 2020 The Africa Women Innovation & Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) has launched a new initiative “Enterprise Development for Women-Owned Ventures in Green Energy”. Funded by the African Women's Development Fund (AWDF) the 12-month programme will support 70 women involved … [Read more...] about AWIEF launches Enterprise Development for Women-Owned Ventures in Green Energy
Looking Out Foundation’s Grants Program – United States
Deadline: 01-Aug-20 Applications are now open for the Looking Out Foundation's grant program. Program interests include, but are not limited to: disadvantaged youth, public health, women, the environment, the arts, the hungry and the homeless. The Looking Out Foundation generally does not … [Read more...] about Looking Out Foundation’s Grants Program – United States
Applications Open for Women’s Fund Grant Program – United States
Deadline: 31-Jul-20 The Women's Fund Grant Program is seeking applications from eligible entities for programming and operational support grants. Preference may be given to new projects or programs and/or new grant applicants. Finalists will be invited to give a 10-minute virtual presentation … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Women’s Fund Grant Program – United States
HERA International Grants Competition for Women Entrepreneurs in Armenia, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine
Deadline: 31-Jul-20 HERA France Association has announced its Eighth Online International Grants Competition for women entrepreneurs in Armenia, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine. Funding Information Subject to funding, up to 30 grants averaging €650 (and ranging between €200 - €1000) will be … [Read more...] about HERA International Grants Competition for Women Entrepreneurs in Armenia, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine
Call for Proposals: Partnership between Women for Peace Fund & Humanitarian Action and the Spotlight Initiative (Haiti)
Deadline: 9-Sep-2020 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has announced a call for proposals for the Partnership between the Women for Peace Fund and Humanitarian Action and the Spotlight initiative. The WPHF, in partnership with the Spotlight Initiative, will finance eligible … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Partnership between Women for Peace Fund & Humanitarian Action and the Spotlight Initiative (Haiti)
SVRI Research Grant 2020: Action to End Violence Against Women and Violence Against Children
Deadline: 15-Sep-2020 The Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) is inviting applications for innovative research that will contribute to the prevention and response of violence against women (VAW), violence against children (VAC) and other forms of violence driven by gender inequality in low … [Read more...] about SVRI Research Grant 2020: Action to End Violence Against Women and Violence Against Children
Virtual Incubation Program for Women Entrepreneurs (VIP-WE)
Deadline: 3-Aug-2020 Zone Startups India has launched the 1st edition of Virtual Startup Incubation in collaboration with Startup India with a focus on tech-based innovations led by women entrepreneurs. The Program will nurture 20 early-stage startups through a 2-month incubation journey that … [Read more...] about Virtual Incubation Program for Women Entrepreneurs (VIP-WE)
CFYE announces Call for Solutions for Disrupting the Employment Status quo for Young Egyptian Women
Deadline: 31-Aug-2020 The Challenge Fund for Youth Employment (CFYE) has announced a call for Solutions to disrupt the employment status quo for young Egyptian women. CFYE is calling for innovative private-sector solutions that actively address barriers and create new spaces for women to … [Read more...] about CFYE announces Call for Solutions for Disrupting the Employment Status quo for Young Egyptian Women
Applications Open for Women In Business Cohort 2
Deadline: 15-Aug-20 CcHUB and iHub will implement the 2nd edition of the Women in Business program as one that not only focuses on women-led technology businesses, but women-led businesses as a whole, and how these women can better leverage technology to scale their solutions in the African … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Women In Business Cohort 2
Women’s Entrepreneurship Development Program – Phase II (Afghanistan)
Deadline: 03-Aug-20 DAI, the implementer of the USAID-funded project Afghanistan Value Chains-Livestock (AVC-Livestock), invites qualified offerors to submit proposals to provide services for the completion of the Women’s Entrepreneurship Development Program – Phase II, in supporting women and … [Read more...] about Women’s Entrepreneurship Development Program – Phase II (Afghanistan)
