Deadline: 20-Aug-20 UN Women has announced a call for applications for responsible parties (Responsible parties) within the framework of the Project "Creating new avenues of resilience to sustain peace from Kaqchiqueles, Q'eqchi's and mestizo women", component leaders and inter-institutional … [Read more...] about Proposals for Component Leaders and Inter-Institutional Coordination for the Increase of access to Justice (Guatemala)
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.
UN Women Call for Proposals: Addressing Women’s Initiatives in Guatemala
Deadline: 20-Aug-20 The UN Women has announced a call for proposals for responsible parties (Responsible parties) within the framework of the Project “Creating new avenues of resilience to sustain peace from Kaqchiqueles, Q'eqchi's and mestizo women”, an institutional accompaniment component to … [Read more...] about UN Women Call for Proposals: Addressing Women’s Initiatives in Guatemala
AGS Enterprise Challenge for Female Entrepreneurs – Nigeria
Deadline: Ongoing AGSTribe has launched the AGS Enterprise Challenge for Female Entrepreneurs to showcase, empower and fund female-led businesses across Nigeria. AGSTribe has been able to showcase countless female entrepreneurs through the online pitch competition and have successfully given … [Read more...] about AGS Enterprise Challenge for Female Entrepreneurs – Nigeria
Women Who Tech launches COVID-19 Tech Grant
Deadline: 23-Aug-20 Women Who Tech has launched the COVID-19 Tech Challenge to fund innovative women-led startups across HealthTech, BioTech, Civic Engagement, EdTech, FinTech, Future of Work, and more. The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed societal and industrial vulnerabilities and diverse … [Read more...] about Women Who Tech launches COVID-19 Tech Grant
YLAC Counter Speech Fellowship Phase III (India)
Deadline: 06-Sep-20 The Young Leaders for Active Citizenship (YLAC) has launched 'Counter Speech Fellowship', with Instagram to engage creative teens to use the power of visual storytelling to start meaningful conversations on issues important to young citizens around the world. As an … [Read more...] about YLAC Counter Speech Fellowship Phase III (India)
Call for Applications for the Women STEMpreneurs Competition 2020
Deadline: 23-Aug-20 The Call for Applications for the Women STEMpreneurs Competition 2020 is now open – a competition to reward the most innovative and dynamic women entrepreneurs in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) in Latin America and the Caribbean, with potential access … [Read more...] about Call for Applications for the Women STEMpreneurs Competition 2020
AAUW: Career Development Grants 2020 – United States
Deadline: 15-Nov-20 AAUW has launched a call for applications for the Career Development Grants 2020. Career Development Grants provide funding to women who hold a bachelor’s degree and are preparing to advance or change careers or re-enter the workforce in education, health and medical … [Read more...] about AAUW: Career Development Grants 2020 – United States
Goethe Institute seeking Entries for Gender Bender 2020 – India
Deadline: 15-Sep-20 Entries are now open for Gender Bender 2020 which is a joint project of the Goethe-Institute / Max Mueller Bhavan and Sandbox Collective. Gender Bender is conceived, conceptualised, and curated by Sandbox Collective. Gender Bender is the first festival of its kind in India … [Read more...] about Goethe Institute seeking Entries for Gender Bender 2020 – India
American River Bank Foundation Grant Program 2020 – United States
Deadline: 01-Sep-20 The American River Bank Foundation welcomes proposals from organizations of different sizes, capacities and scopes of services that provide basic food, shelter and safety for the most vulnerable women and children. The American River Bank Foundation is committed to … [Read more...] about American River Bank Foundation Grant Program 2020 – United States
Call for Proposals: Growth and Economic Opportunities for Women (GrOW) in East Africa
Deadline: 31-Aug-20 The Growth and Economic Opportunities for Women (GrOW) East Africa initiative seeks to spur transformative change to advance gender equality in the world of work. GrOW East Africa is a partnership between the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, The William and Flora … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Growth and Economic Opportunities for Women (GrOW) in East Africa
UN Women announces Small Grant Programme ranging $5,000 USD to $15,000 USD for CSOs
Deadline: 11-Sep-20 UN Women has announced a Call to support civil society advocacy and response to the socio-economic impact of COVID-19 on women and girls in all their diversity. The European Union (EU) and the United Nations (UN) have embarked on a new, global, multi-year initiative focused … [Read more...] about UN Women announces Small Grant Programme ranging $5,000 USD to $15,000 USD for CSOs
Womenpreneur Pitch-a-ton Africa 2020: Inspiring, Connecting and Empowering
Deadline: 14-Aug-20 Are you a woman who owns and runs her business? Is your business innovative? Do you need a grant to expand your business? What about some expert training to help grow your business? if you have answered YES to any of these questions, the Womenpreneur Pitch-a-ton Africa 2020 is … [Read more...] about Womenpreneur Pitch-a-ton Africa 2020: Inspiring, Connecting and Empowering
CFPs for ending Child, Early and Forced Marriages under Breakthrough ACTION Malawi
Deadline: 14-Aug-20 Save the Children (as part of Breakthrough Action Malawi) is hence seeking a local NGO to implement the Community and Social mobilization component of the CEFM project in Machinga and Chikwawa districts. Breakthrough ACTION Malawi is part of the global USAID funded flagship … [Read more...] about CFPs for ending Child, Early and Forced Marriages under Breakthrough ACTION Malawi
Groundswell Fund’s Rapid Response Fund (United States)
Deadline: 14-Aug-20 Applications are now open for the Groundswell’s Rapid Response Fund to provide fast funding to grassroots organizations led by women of color, trans people of color, and low-income women and trans people in critical, but unexpected, fights to protect and advance reproductive … [Read more...] about Groundswell Fund’s Rapid Response Fund (United States)
UNDP/UN Women seeking Proposals from Civil Society Organizations in Liberia
Deadline: 21-Aug-20 In 2020, the Liberia Multi-partner Trust Fund (LMPTF) approved the joint project “Sustaining Peace and Reconciliation through Strengthening Land Governance and Dispute Resolution Mechanisms”, implemented by UN Women, UNDP and WFP . The project aims to support the … [Read more...] about UNDP/UN Women seeking Proposals from Civil Society Organizations in Liberia
WAGE announces Call for Proposals “Human Trafficking” – Canada
Deadline: 04-Sep-20 Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE) has announced Call for Proposals to advance equality with respect to sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression through the inclusion of people of all genders, including women, in Canada’s economic, social, and political … [Read more...] about WAGE announces Call for Proposals “Human Trafficking” – Canada
Small Grants to support Documentation of Human Rights Violations & Gender based Violence
Deadline: 14-Aug-20 The Caribbean Vulnerable Communities Coalition (CVC) through funding provided by the MAC AIDS Fund through the Tides Foundation is seeking proposals from organizations in the Bahamas, the OECS countries, Barbados, Haiti and the Dominican Republic working in the area of HIV … [Read more...] about Small Grants to support Documentation of Human Rights Violations & Gender based Violence
Nominations Open for 2020 Live Your Dream Awards
Deadline: 15-Nov-20 Soroptimist is currently seeking nominations for the 2020 Live Your Dream Awards. The Live Your Dream Awards are all about helping women who have faced obstacles on the path to living their dreams. Since 1972, the award has provided tens of thousands of women with cash … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2020 Live Your Dream Awards
UNDP seeking Proposals to Strengthen Capacity of Cross-Border Peace Committees (Liberia)
Deadline: 12-Aug-20 UNDP is seeking proposals from qualified CSOs/CBOs to Strengthen the Capacity of Cross-Border Peace Committees (CPCs); Support Cross-Border Women Initiatives, and Organize Sport and Economic Activities in Nimba County. Grant will be awarded to the most technically compliant … [Read more...] about UNDP seeking Proposals to Strengthen Capacity of Cross-Border Peace Committees (Liberia)
Global Network of Young People Living with HIV seeking Proposals for HER Voice Fund
Deadline: 14-Aug-20 The Global Network of Young People Living with HIV, also known as Y+ Global is pleased to share the Request for Proposals from the HER Voice Fund. The Fund is dedicated to networks and organizations, community groups, and civil society organizations working with adolescent … [Read more...] about Global Network of Young People Living with HIV seeking Proposals for HER Voice Fund
Ignite 2020: Opportunity for Women in Agribusiness
Deadline: 20-Sep-20 This year COVID-19 has shaped Ignite 2020 an Agribusiness solution designed to spark and inspire African Women Agribusiness Founders to be at the forefront of the sector. It nurtures and turns ground-breaking ideas into profitable and sustainable Agribusinesses. Having … [Read more...] about Ignite 2020: Opportunity for Women in Agribusiness
Small Community Grant: 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (Australia)
Deadline: 18-Sep-20 Nillumbik Shire Council is committed to preventing violence against women and promoting gender equality. The projects will take place throughout the Nillumbik community during the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign from 25 November to 10 December … [Read more...] about Small Community Grant: 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (Australia)
Positive Sexuality Center seeking Proposals on Race and Sexuality (United States)
Deadline: 1-Sep-20 The Center for Positive Sexuality is pleased to announce a call for submissions for four small grants to support research on race and sexuality. Also to support equity in positive sexuality research, grant funds can be used for anything that makes the research possible, … [Read more...] about Positive Sexuality Center seeking Proposals on Race and Sexuality (United States)
Solidarity Fund for Women: “La Francophonie Avec Elles”
Deadline: 28-Aug-20 The International Organization of La Francophonie (OIF) is launching a call for projects within the framework of its new Solidarity Fund for Women: "La Francophonie avec Elles". The representatives of the States and governments of the OIF, meeting during the Permanent … [Read more...] about Solidarity Fund for Women: “La Francophonie Avec Elles”
Auckland Foundation seeking Applications for Women’s Funds 2020 (New Zealand)
Deadline: 31-Aug-20 Auckland Foundation has announced the Women’s Fund, a fund to unlock the potential of women across generations. Grants are available to support organizations and initiatives in Tamaki Makaurau that amplify the voices of women, invest in women, and accelerate growth and … [Read more...] about Auckland Foundation seeking Applications for Women’s Funds 2020 (New Zealand)
Chicago Foundation for Women’s COVID-19 Community Response Grants Program
Deadline: 2-Dec-20 The Chicago Foundation for Women (CFW) has launched the COVID-19 Community Response Grants Program to provide modest short term funding to organizations that are community-based and are in the position to move resources rapidly into the communities that have been … [Read more...] about Chicago Foundation for Women’s COVID-19 Community Response Grants Program
Active Citizens Fund seeking Applications for Ad-hoc Action Projects (Croatia)
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)
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
