Deadline: 15-Feb-21 The Canadian Women's Foundation is currently accepting applicaitons for the Safer + Stronger Grants Program to support organizations’ ability to help address, prevent and reduce gender-based violence and deal with an influx of people seeking support due to an increase in … [Read more...] about Canadian Women’s Foundation accepting Applications for Safer + Stronger Grants 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.
U.S. Embassy Djibouti PAS: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
Deadline: Ongoing The U.S. Embassy Djibouti Public Affairs Section (PAS) is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. PAS Djibouti invites proposals for programs that strengthen ties between the United States and Djibouti through cultural … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Djibouti PAS: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
Afghanistan: WEAT (Women Enterprise, Advocacy and Training) Program
Deadline: 10-Jan-21 Relief International's WEAT (Women Enterprise, Advocacy and Training) enterprise program has been announced which is designed for three (3) provinces and seven (7) districts: Nangarhar (Kama and Behsood), Kapisa (Kohistan1, Kohistan 2 and Mehmood Raqi), and Ghazni (Ghazni … [Read more...] about Afghanistan: WEAT (Women Enterprise, Advocacy and Training) Program
Coastal Community Foundation: Hand to Hand Grant – United States
Deadline: 17-May-21 The Coastal Community Foundation is accepting applications for the Hand to Hand Grant Program to make an impact on the lives of women and girls in San Diego County by directing resources to programs that empower change and self-sufficiency. Grant funds may support … [Read more...] about Coastal Community Foundation: Hand to Hand Grant – United States
S/GWI announces Global Support for Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Implementation by Women-led Civil Society
Deadline: 12-Feb-21 Secretary’s Office of Global Women’s Issues (S/GWI) has announced a Request for Statements of Interest (RSOI) outlining concepts and capacity to manage a program that will (1) partner equitably with a range of local, women’s civil society organizations in no fewer than five … [Read more...] about S/GWI announces Global Support for Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Implementation by Women-led Civil Society
Bosnia and Herzegovina: Women’s Empowerment Small Grants Program
Deadline: 19-Feb-21 The United States Embassy in Bosnia and Herzegovina, through the Office of Public Affairs, is pleased to announce a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Women's Empowerment Small Grants Program. This program supports NGO efforts to promote women's leadership and … [Read more...] about Bosnia and Herzegovina: Women’s Empowerment Small Grants Program
U.S. Embassy in Thailand: Annual Program Statement 2021
Deadline: 15-Dec-21 The U.S. Embassy in Thailand announces an open competition for organizations and individuals to submit applications to carry out programs that strengthen the U.S.-Thai partnership, raise awareness about joint economic partnerships, and promote shared interests in a free and … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Thailand: Annual Program Statement 2021
Call for Proposals to Enhance Capacity of Justice and Security Actors – Liberia
Deadline: 8-Jan-21 United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is kindly request you to submit your Proposal for TOR for National Institution/Firm to enhance capacity of Justice and Security Actors to implement gender sensitive HRM policies and the recommendations of the capacity needs assessment … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals to Enhance Capacity of Justice and Security Actors – Liberia
Interministerial Women’s Secretariat Grant – Canada
Deadline: 29-Jan-21 The Prince Edward Island is seeking applications for its Interministerial Women's Secretariat Grant to provide assistance to the provincial government to promote the legal, health, social and economic equality of women. The Secretariat is mandated to partner with the community … [Read more...] about Interministerial Women’s Secretariat Grant – Canada
UN Women seeking Nominations for Establishment of Civil Society Regional Reference Group (Ethiopia)
Deadline: 21-Jan-21 As part of the Spotlight Initiative Africa Regional Programme, UN Women Ethiopia CO wishes to issue a call for nominations for the establishment of a Civil Society Regional Reference Group (CS-RRG). The CS-RRG will have dual responsibility - as advisors to the Spotlight … [Read more...] about UN Women seeking Nominations for Establishment of Civil Society Regional Reference Group (Ethiopia)
Innovations Marketplace for Gender Equality Initiative – India
Deadline: 31-Dec-20 The UNDP India is inviting applicants for its Innovations Marketplace for Gender Equality Initiative to promote new innovative solutions to age-old problems relating to gender bias faced by LGBTI and women of the society. This initiative invites youth-led innovations to … [Read more...] about Innovations Marketplace for Gender Equality Initiative – India
U.S. Mission to Hungary: Academy for Women Entrepreneurs Hungary 2021
Deadline: 17-Jan-21 The U.S. Embassy Budapest, Public Affairs Section (PAS Budapest) of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a program for the Academy of Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) 2021 program for participants from … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Hungary: Academy for Women Entrepreneurs Hungary 2021
SEEP launches Call for Proposals for Innovation Fund in Africa
Deadline: 22-Jan-21 As a part of Women Saving for Resilience (WS4R), SEEP is delighted to launch a challenge fund to support innovations in gender intentional COVID response and recovery efforts related to Savings Groups. Women Saving for Resilience (WS4R) – a two-year program, implemented by … [Read more...] about SEEP launches Call for Proposals for Innovation Fund in Africa
Austin Community Foundation inviting Applications for Women’s Fund – United States
Deadline: 28-Jan-21 The Austin Community Foundation is inviting applications for the Women's Fund. The Foundation believes that maintaining the economic security of women and children is essential to closing the opportunity gap in Central Texas, and they know they cannot do this without … [Read more...] about Austin Community Foundation inviting Applications for Women’s Fund – United States
Safe, Respected and Free from Violence Prevention Grants Program – Australia
Deadline: 22-Jan-21 The Safe, Respected and Free from Violence Prevention Grants support localized projects, activities and actions, including pilot programs or components of programs, that seek to challenge and change social and cultural attitudes, values and structures that underpin domestic, … [Read more...] about Safe, Respected and Free from Violence Prevention Grants Program – Australia
Innovation Competition: Reporting Gender Inequalities – Tunisia
Deadline: 17-Jan-21 The project "IMPROVING ACCESS TO JUSTICE FOR PERSONS VICTIMS OF DISCRIMINATION RELATED TO GENDER AND SEXUAL ORIENTATIONS IN TUNISIA", implemented by the UNDP, has launched a call for applications for Innovation competition: Reporting gender inequalities and those related to … [Read more...] about Innovation Competition: Reporting Gender Inequalities – Tunisia
Call for Applications: Facilitating Virtual Access to U.S. Embassy Kigali Programs
Deadline: 30-Jan-21 The U.S. Embassy Kigali Public Affairs Section (PAS) is pleased to announce that funding may be available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. This is a Notice of Funding Opportunity soliciting proposals from organizations that seek to assist Rwandan youth, … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Facilitating Virtual Access to U.S. Embassy Kigali Programs
U.S. Embassy in Sudan: 2021 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund
Deadline: 31-Jan-21 The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) is pleased to announce the FY 2021 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) Competition. The 2021 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) promotes a post-driven alumni engagement. AEIF offers alumni of U.S. … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Sudan: 2021 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund
Call for Proposals for 2020/2021 International Programme Fund (Cameroon)
Deadline: 31-Dec-20 The British High Commission in Yaounde is therefore pleased to launch a call for proposals for the 2020/2021 International Programme Fund (IPF) to support women, peace and security priorities in Cameroon. The IPF will provide funding to project(s) that promote women’s full, … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals for 2020/2021 International Programme Fund (Cameroon)
IWMF’S Kim Wall Memorial Fund 2021: Call for Journalists
Deadline: 16-Jan-21 The International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF), in partnership with Kim’s family and friends, seek to make sure the kinds of stories and provide two $5,000 grants to journalists to help bend the world toward Kim’s vision. Eligibility Criteria All applicants must meet … [Read more...] about IWMF’S Kim Wall Memorial Fund 2021: Call for Journalists
UNDP: Grants for Women Living with HIV / AIDS in Ukraine
Deadline: 5-Jan-21 The competition has been announced which is being held in the following target area: Establishment of a mechanism for lobbying the interests of women living with HIV / AIDS in management decisions made in local communities of Donetsk, Zaporizhia and Luhansk regions. The … [Read more...] about UNDP: Grants for Women Living with HIV / AIDS in Ukraine
U.S. Mission to Cameroon: Empowering Female Elected Leaders in Cameroon for Executive Leadership
Deadline: 15-Jan-21 The U.S. Embassy in Cameroon announces an open competition for applications to organize a virtual workshop to enhance the leadership abilities of female elected officials in Cameroon. This funding opportunity seeks to build the leadership capacity of Cameroonian women in … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Cameroon: Empowering Female Elected Leaders in Cameroon for Executive Leadership
U.S. Mission to Nicaragua: Public Affairs Section (PAS) Small Grants Program
Deadline: 30-Jun-21 The Public Affairs Section (PAS) Small Grants Program awards grants to the U.S. and Nicaraguan citizens and non-profit and non-governmental organizations to support innovative projects focused on empowering Nicaraguans through educational and entrepreneurial … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Nicaragua: Public Affairs Section (PAS) Small Grants Program
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI)– Brazil
Deadline: 29-Jan-21 The Embassy of Canada in Brazil is pleased to launch its annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) which is a program designed to support small-scale, high-impact projects, which align with Global Affairs Canada’s thematic priority areas for … [Read more...] about The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI)– Brazil
Notice of Funding Opportunity ranging from $15,000 to $25,000 – South Africa
Deadline: 30-May-21 The U.S. Consulate General Cape Town’s Public Affairs Section (PAS Cape Town) of the U.S. Department of State announces a Request for Statements of Interest (RSOI) from organizations interested in applying for funding for program proposals that strengthen ties and build … [Read more...] about Notice of Funding Opportunity ranging from $15,000 to $25,000 – South Africa
Kaleidoscope Trust: Small Advocacy Grants for CSOs in Eastern Caribbean
Deadline: 28-Dec-20 Kaleidoscope Trust has launched a series of small advocacy grants available to civil society organisations in the Eastern Caribbean working towards positive change in social norms, laws and policies on women and girls’ equality and LGBT+ inclusion. The grants form part of … [Read more...] about Kaleidoscope Trust: Small Advocacy Grants for CSOs in Eastern Caribbean
Applications Open for VAWG Grassroots Fund – United Kingdom
Deadline: 11-Jan-21 The London Community Foundation (LCF) is pleased to launch the Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Grassroots Fund. This Fund is managed in partnership with the Social Innovation Partnership (TSIP). The aim of the Fund is to support the resilience of organisations that … [Read more...] about Applications Open for VAWG Grassroots Fund – United Kingdom
UNDP/Ukraine seeking Proposals from NGOs or CSOs
Deadline: 25-Dec-20 United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has announced the present Call for Proposal for Engaging an NGO/CSO as a Responsible Party for managing small grants programme on the issues of community development and security initiatives, social cohesion, social integration, … [Read more...] about UNDP/Ukraine seeking Proposals from NGOs or CSOs
UN Women CFPs to Implement Spotlight Initiative Program (Malawi)
Deadline: 24-Dec-20 UN Women has announced a call for proposals to Implement Spotlight Initiative Program Activities in Malawi which is aimed at targeting the most at-risk groups, will accelerate efforts towards elimination of violence against women and girls including sexual gender-based … [Read more...] about UN Women CFPs to Implement Spotlight Initiative Program (Malawi)
Makassar’s Direct Aid Program (DAP) 2020-2021 – Indonesia
Deadline: 31-Dec-20 The Australian Consulate-General’s Direct Aid Program (DAP) is now open for 2020-2021 project submissions and welcomes applications from South Sulawesi, North Sulawesi, Central Sulawesi, West Sulawesi, Southeast Sulawesi, Gorontalo, East Kalimantan, South Kalimantan, Maluku, … [Read more...] about Makassar’s Direct Aid Program (DAP) 2020-2021 – Indonesia
UN Women seeking Proposals to support Women’s Rights Groups (Jamaica)
Deadline: 23-Dec-20 The UN Women Multi-Country Office (MCO) - Caribbean, seeks to partner with an Implementing Partner (Non-Governmental Organizations [NGO]) to provide support to women's rights groups, CSOs, and relevant stakeholders through the coordination of actions aimed at strengthening … [Read more...] about UN Women seeking Proposals to support Women’s Rights Groups (Jamaica)
UN Women announces Call for Proposals for CSOs in Jamaica
Deadline: 23-Dec-20 The UN Women is announcing Call for Proposals (CFP 004) for Implementing Partners (For Civil Society Organizations- CSOs) to support the establishment of a Parliamentary caucus on family violence and support Gender Responsive Budgeting (GRB) and Family Violence (FV) training … [Read more...] about UN Women announces Call for Proposals for CSOs in Jamaica
Bureau of INL: Advancing Gender Equality in Costa Rica’s Police Forces
Deadline: 29-Jan-21 The United States Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs INL is seeking applications from qualified applicants to implement a project titled “Advancing Gender Equality in Costa Rica Police Forces.” The purpose of this project is … [Read more...] about Bureau of INL: Advancing Gender Equality in Costa Rica’s Police Forces
WWSF: The Prize (US$ 1000 per laureate) for Women’s Creativity in Rural Life
Deadline: 30-Apr-21 The Women's World Summit Foundation (WWSF) has announced the Prize to honour women and women's groups around the world exhibiting exceptional creativity, courage and commitment for the improvement of the quality of life in rural communities. Awarded since 1994 by the … [Read more...] about WWSF: The Prize (US$ 1000 per laureate) for Women’s Creativity in Rural Life
Bureau of INL announces Virtual Training for Criminal Justice Sector (Pakistan)
Deadline: 4-Jan-21 The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit a statement of interest (SOI) to carry out a program, or programs, to build the capacity of the criminal justice sector in … [Read more...] about Bureau of INL announces Virtual Training for Criminal Justice Sector (Pakistan)
Apply Now for the Women Building Peace Award
Deadline: 2-Feb-21 USIP’s Women Building Peace Award honors the inspiring work of women peacebuilders whose courage, leadership, and commitment to peace stand out as beacons of strength and hope. USIP’s Women Building Peace Award represents the Institute’s commitment to highlighting the … [Read more...] about Apply Now for the Women Building Peace Award
Norfolk Women’s Fund to support Women Economic Empowerment (UK)
Deadline: 31-Dec-20 Norfolk Women’s Fund has been announced that support women’s economic empowerment in Norfolk, offering small grants to seed fund transformational ideas. NWF specifically wants to support nascent projects or initiatives that are finding it difficult to get support anywhere … [Read more...] about Norfolk Women’s Fund to support Women Economic Empowerment (UK)
Gusto/IFundWomen 2021 Jumpstart Grant Program (United States)
Deadline: 30-Dec-20 Gusto and IFundWomen have launched a call for applications for the 2021 Jumpstart Grant Program. Gusto is the leading payroll and benefits platform helping small businesses take care of their hardworking teams, and they are committed to providing meaningful solutions to SMB … [Read more...] about Gusto/IFundWomen 2021 Jumpstart Grant Program (United States)
Women and Girls Fund of Waukesha County Grant Program (US)
Deadline: 15-Jan-21 Applications are now open for the Women and Girls Fund of Waukesha County (WGF) Grant Program. Each year, the Women and Girls Fund of Waukesha County (WGF) awards grants to local nonprofit agencies to support projects and programs that promote women and girls of all ages. … [Read more...] about Women and Girls Fund of Waukesha County Grant Program (US)
CFPs for Domestic and Gender-based Violence (Czech Republic)
Deadline: 15-Mar-21 The Ministry of Finance, Programme Operator of the Human Rights Programme, in cooperation with the Office of the Government of the Czech Republic has announced a Call for proposals (HROVA3 - Establishing new specialized services for victims of gender-based violence) for … [Read more...] about CFPs for Domestic and Gender-based Violence (Czech Republic)
Women’s Economic Security Project Grant Program – Australia
Deadline: 12-Feb-21 The Women’s Economic Security Project Grant Round supports charities and social enterprises building financial wellbeing through innovative employment opportunities and tailored financial capability support for women across Australia. COVID-19 has exacerbated issues of … [Read more...] about Women’s Economic Security Project Grant Program – Australia
2021 SUSI Student Leaders Women’s Leadership Program – Lebanon
Deadline: 11-Jan-21 The U.S. Embassy in Beirut is pleased to announce the 2021 Study of the United States Institutes (SUSI) for Student Leaders Women’s Leadership program. This is an intensive short-term academic program whose purpose is to provide undergraduate student leaders with a deeper … [Read more...] about 2021 SUSI Student Leaders Women’s Leadership Program – Lebanon
COVID-19 Influencing Gender Norms Campaign for Entrepreneurs in Indonesia and Vietnam
Deadline: 21-Dec-20 The Abt Associates, through Investing in Women (IW), is seeking innovative proposals under COVID-19 Influencing Gender Norms Campaign for interventions from organisations (or consortia of multiple organisations) that are interested in partnering with IW to influence gender … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Influencing Gender Norms Campaign for Entrepreneurs in Indonesia and Vietnam
South Africa: Small Project and Support Fund (SPSF) Program
Deadline: 15-Jan-21 The AIDS Foundation of South Africa (AFSA) has announced a call for applications for the Small Project and Support Fund (SPSF) Program to support small local initiatives. The SPSF aims to empower communities to act and participate in their own development through actions … [Read more...] about South Africa: Small Project and Support Fund (SPSF) Program
5-Week Student Leaders Program on Women’s Leadership – Mongolia
Deadline: 04-Jan-21 U.S. Embassy Ulaanbaatar is pleased to announce the summer 2021 Study of the U.S. Institute for Student Leaders Program on Women’s Leadership to provide groups of undergraduate student leaders with a deeper understanding of the United States while simultaneously enhancing … [Read more...] about 5-Week Student Leaders Program on Women’s Leadership – Mongolia
U.S. Embassy in Guyana: Small Grants Program
Deadline: 30-Jun-21 The U.S. Embassy Georgetown Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. PAS Georgetown invites proposals for programs that strengthen cultural ties between … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Guyana: Small Grants Program
U.S. Embassy Harare: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program (Zimbabwe)
Deadline: 30-Sep-21 The U.S. Embassy Harare Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. PAS Harare invites proposals for projects that strengthen cultural ties between the U.S. … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Harare: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program (Zimbabwe)
UN Women announces Call for Proposals for Building Capacity of Women (Bangladesh)
Deadline: 14-Dec-20 UN Women has launched a call for proposals for Building capacity of women at national and grassroot level to contribute to effective implementation of National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security (NAP WPS) in Bangladesh. The NAP WPS is the key tool through which to … [Read more...] about UN Women announces Call for Proposals for Building Capacity of Women (Bangladesh)
Rapid Research and Learning Fund: Inviting Medium and Small Scale Research Projects
Deadline: 31-Jan-21 The Independent Evaluator of the Girls’ Education Challenge Phase II is inviting proposals for its Rapid Research and Learning Fund (RRLF) to examine issues pertaining to girls’ education in crisis situations including but not limited to COVID-19. This also includes, but is … [Read more...] about Rapid Research and Learning Fund: Inviting Medium and Small Scale Research Projects
UN Women looking for Partnerships to implement Project supporting Women and Girls in Iraq
Deadline: 27-Dec-20 To support the achievement of Japan Iraq intended outcomes, UN Women is looking for partnerships to deliver on supporting vulnerable women’s and girls under the project titled “Gender-responsive Management and Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic in the Arab States Region: From … [Read more...] about UN Women looking for Partnerships to implement Project supporting Women and Girls in Iraq

