Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The Bhutan Australia Awards 2027 are now open for applications, offering fully funded Master’s scholarships in Australia to Bhutanese citizens. The program aims to promote prosperity, reduce poverty, and enhance political stability by strengthening leadership skills and … [Read more...] about Open Call for Bhutan Australia Awards
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 Proposals: Women’s Participation in Peace and Security Efforts (Ethiopia)
Deadline: 17-Feb-2026 UN Women Ethiopia is inviting civil society organizations (CSOs) to implement a time-bound partnership under the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) and Humanitarian Action Programme. The initiative aims to strengthen women’s leadership, institutional capacity, and inclusive … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Women’s Participation in Peace and Security Efforts (Ethiopia)
Applications open for New Caledonia Australia Awards
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade invites applications for the New Caledonia Australia Awards, supporting postgraduate study in Australia. The program equips emerging leaders with skills, networks, and international experience to contribute to sustainable development … [Read more...] about Applications open for New Caledonia Australia Awards
Submissions open for Kiribati Australia Awards
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The Kiribati Australia Awards provide scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate study to equip emerging leaders with skills, networks, and experience for sustainable development. The program prioritizes academic excellence, leadership, gender equality, inclusion of … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Kiribati Australia Awards
Grow with Miller Center Accelerator Program
Deadline: 27-Feb-2026 The Miller Center Accelerator is a six-month capacity-building program that helps senior leaders of social enterprises scale their impact through women’s economic power and climate resilience. The program supports investable growth by strengthening impact strategy, business … [Read more...] about Grow with Miller Center Accelerator Program
RFAs: Project Support for Finnish Non-Governmental Organizations (Finland)
Deadline: 27-Feb-2026 The Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland has opened a call for project support for Finnish non-governmental organizations to implement development cooperation projects for the 2027–2030 period. The funding supports civil society strengthening, human rights, gender equality, … [Read more...] about RFAs: Project Support for Finnish Non-Governmental Organizations (Finland)
Call for Submissions: Philippines Australia Awards
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The Philippines Australia Awards 2027 provide Filipino citizens with fully funded scholarships to pursue master’s degrees in Australia, focusing on priority sectors like agriculture, climate change, cybersecurity, governance, health, maritime security, and trade. The program … [Read more...] about Call for Submissions: Philippines Australia Awards
CFAs: Empowering Gender Equality Through Student Media and Art (Palestine)
Deadline: 04-Mar-2026 The Italian Agency for Development Cooperation invites Palestinian NGOs to produce student-generated media content promoting gender equality and public dialogue. The program supports artistic residencies, radio podcasts, masterclasses, and international exchanges, with … [Read more...] about CFAs: Empowering Gender Equality Through Student Media and Art (Palestine)
Call for EOIs: Palestinian Students’ Film Initiative to Promote Gender Equality and Human Rights
Deadline: 03-Mar-2026 The Italian Agency for Development Cooperation invites Palestinian organizations to submit expressions of interest for a service contract to organize a Palestinian Students’ Film Festival. The festival focuses on gender equality and human rights advocacy, featuring … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Palestinian Students’ Film Initiative to Promote Gender Equality and Human Rights
Nominations open for Vietnam Australia Awards
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The Vietnam Australia Awards 2027 provide scholarships for Vietnamese citizens to pursue master’s degree programs in Australia, focusing on priority areas such as agriculture, digital transformation, health, governance, and gender equality. The program aims to develop emerging … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Vietnam Australia Awards
Submissions open for Thailand Australia Awards
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The Thailand Australia Awards 2027 provide scholarships for Thai citizens to pursue Master’s degrees in Australia, focusing on priority areas such as water security, climate resilience, economic resilience, transnational crime prevention, and gender equality. The program aims … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Thailand Australia Awards
Open Call: Levi Lassen Foundation Grant Program (Israel)
Deadline: 23-Mar-2026 The Levi Lassen Foundation offers grants to support Ethiopian-Israeli youth aged 15–30 and Dutch-affiliated organizations aiding elderly immigrants from Holland in Israel. Grants fund community-based, education, and empowerment initiatives that promote social mobility, … [Read more...] about Open Call: Levi Lassen Foundation Grant Program (Israel)
Abilis Foundation Regional Grant Competition for Disability-Led Organizations (Ukraine)
Deadline: 04-Mar-2026 The Abilis Foundation has launched a regional grant competition to support organizations of persons with disabilities in eastern Ukraine to strengthen capacity, promote rights, and increase local participation. Grants of up to €15,000 are available for rights-based, … [Read more...] about Abilis Foundation Regional Grant Competition for Disability-Led Organizations (Ukraine)
Digital Spark Call for Digital Democracy in Eastern Europe and Central Asia
Deadline: 23-Feb-2026 The Digital Spark Call is a small-grants opportunity supporting civil society actors advancing digital democracy across Eastern Europe and Central Asia. Under the Strategic Growth Small Grants lot, up to USD 4,500 is available for grassroots organizations, informal groups, … [Read more...] about Digital Spark Call for Digital Democracy in Eastern Europe and Central Asia
Call for Grant Applications for Socially Important Initiatives in Mykolaiv Region (Ukraine)
Deadline: 16-Mar-2026 The “Youth of Ukraine” grant competition, in partnership with DanChurchAid (DCA) and Norwegian Church Aid (NCA), supports nonprofit initiatives in Mykolaiv and Bashtan districts. The grants focus on restoring infrastructure, providing psychosocial support, … [Read more...] about Call for Grant Applications for Socially Important Initiatives in Mykolaiv Region (Ukraine)
Open Call for Confidence-Building Grant Ideas (FLIP II) – Georgia
Deadline: 17-Feb-2026 The Joint EU–UNDP Initiative for Lasting and Inclusive Peace – Phase II (FLIP II) invites locally led, confidence-building grant proposals that strengthen trust, cooperation, and inclusive peacebuilding in conflict-affected communities. With grants of up to USD 80,000 for up … [Read more...] about Open Call for Confidence-Building Grant Ideas (FLIP II) – Georgia
VFund: Empowering Women Entrepreneurs with Seed Funding and Support (India)
Deadline: 15-Feb-2026 VFund 2026 is an accelerator and seed funding program designed to empower women entrepreneurs by supporting early-stage, women-led startups in Tamil Nadu. The program provides seed funding of ₹2,00,000 to the winner along with structured incubation and mentorship support … [Read more...] about VFund: Empowering Women Entrepreneurs with Seed Funding and Support (India)
Call for Proposals: Implementation of UN Women AI School Public Cohort in Ukraine
Deadline: 15-Feb-2026 UN Women Ukraine is inviting proposals to design and deliver a gender-responsive AI School tailored to Ukraine’s war and recovery context. The initiative focuses on ethical, human-rights-based AI education, practical capacity building, and public engagement to promote … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Implementation of UN Women AI School Public Cohort in Ukraine
Strengthening Social and Behavior Change Communication for Resilient Communities (Mali)
Deadline: 09-Feb-2026 UNICEF is inviting applications to strengthen community resilience in Mali by improving equitable, inclusive, and gender-sensitive access to basic social services through Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBC). The initiative targets crisis-affected regions and focuses … [Read more...] about Strengthening Social and Behavior Change Communication for Resilient Communities (Mali)
Call for EOIs: ACALS Project for Climate and Livelihood Adaptation in Somalia
Deadline: 15-Feb-2026 The World Food Programme, with funding from the African Development Bank, is implementing a multi-year climate resilience and food security project in Puntland State, Somalia. Running from March 2026 to March 2029, the initiative strengthens agricultural livelihoods, water … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: ACALS Project for Climate and Livelihood Adaptation in Somalia
Call for Research Proposals to Support Master’s Thesis Projects (Nepal)
Deadline: 16-Feb-2026 Chha-ya Nepal has announced a dual opportunity inviting master’s students to submit research proposals across priority development themes while also calling for sealed quotations for the procurement of construction materials for school infrastructure projects in … [Read more...] about Call for Research Proposals to Support Master’s Thesis Projects (Nepal)
Empowering Women of Colour Entrepreneurs: Apply for the £5K Dream Fund (UK)
Deadline: 12-Feb-2026 The Alliance for Gender Equality in Europe 5.0 Dream Fund provides targeted funding and leadership support to women of colour-led organisations in the UK. The program offers grants of up to £5,000, alongside capacity-building, networking, and visibility support … [Read more...] about Empowering Women of Colour Entrepreneurs: Apply for the £5K Dream Fund (UK)
Uzbekistan launches Call for Business Ideas to Boost Entrepreneurship in Pilot Communities
Deadline: 28-Feb-2026 The UNDP Small Business Grants Program provides USD 5,000–10,000 to support entrepreneurship and local economic development in Yangiabad (Tashkent region) and Chorkesar (Namangan region). The grant prioritizes women-led and inclusive business projects that create jobs, meet … [Read more...] about Uzbekistan launches Call for Business Ideas to Boost Entrepreneurship in Pilot Communities
Entries open for 5th Nikkei Asia Award
Deadline: 14-Jun-2026 The 5th Nikkei Asia Award recognizes outstanding innovation originating in Asia that drives social and economic transformation across the region. Sponsored by Nikkei Inc., the award honors individuals or groups whose work contributes to a free, prosperous, and future-oriented … [Read more...] about Entries open for 5th Nikkei Asia Award
Call for Proposals: Strengthening Syrian Civil Society and Social Cohesion
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026 The TAKAMUL III Call for Project Proposals, launched by the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, supports initiatives that strengthen Syrian civil society and promote social cohesion. The programme prioritises women- and youth-led action, collaboration … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Strengthening Syrian Civil Society and Social Cohesion
CFAs: The Global African Women’s Sustainability Conference 2.0
Deadline: 30-Mar-2026 The Global African Women’s Sustainability Conference 2.0 is inviting applications from women of African descent to participate in a continent-wide platform focused on sustainability, innovation, and women-led economic transformation. The conference is themed “Rethink, … [Read more...] about CFAs: The Global African Women’s Sustainability Conference 2.0
CFPs: Strengthening Accountability to Gender Equality & Women’s Rights in Zimbabwe
Deadline: 17-Feb-2026 UN Women Zimbabwe is inviting civil society organisations to implement youth-led initiatives using arts and technology to prevent gender-based violence (GBV) and promote gender equality. Grants range from USD 80,000 to USD 138,000 and support youth engagement, advocacy, and … [Read more...] about CFPs: Strengthening Accountability to Gender Equality & Women’s Rights in Zimbabwe
Empowering Women Farmers Through the Ukraine Agriculture Support Program
Deadline: 15-Feb-2026 Mercy Corps, with support from the Howard G. Buffett Foundation, is expanding its Ukraine Agriculture Support Program to empower women farmers through training, hands-on experience, and financial assistance. The program provides entrepreneurship and agricultural skills … [Read more...] about Empowering Women Farmers Through the Ukraine Agriculture Support Program
UN Women Expression of Interest for Advocacy Initiatives on Gender Equality (Turkey)
Deadline: 13-Feb-2026 UN Women Türkiye has launched an Expression of Interest (EOI) inviting civil society organizations to lead advocacy initiatives addressing priority gender equality challenges in Türkiye. The initiative supports rights-based, policy-focused advocacy with an indicative grant … [Read more...] about UN Women Expression of Interest for Advocacy Initiatives on Gender Equality (Turkey)
Call for Proposals: Support Women Agri-Producers in Moldova
Deadline: 25-Feb-2026 UNDP invites proposals for the “Resilient Communities through Women Empowerment, Phase 2” Project to provide non-cash support for women agri-producers, household-level economic actors, and communities in Moldova and the left bank of Nistru. The initiative focuses on climate … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Support Women Agri-Producers in Moldova
The Katalpa Fund: Empowering Education, Women, Culture, and Nature
Deadline: 28-Feb-2026 The Katalpa Fund provides grants of up to €30,000 to NGOs in Mongolia and Belgium that create sustainable social impact. Projects focusing on education, youth empowerment, women’s social development, environmental protection, and the preservation of nomadic culture are … [Read more...] about The Katalpa Fund: Empowering Education, Women, Culture, and Nature
AI Ventures Accelerator: Turn Your Idea Into an AI-Powered Business
Deadline: 22-Feb-2026 The Technovation AI Ventures Accelerator supports young women aged 19–24 in transforming innovative AI ideas into investable businesses. Participants receive mentorship, hands-on AI training, and equity-free seed funding opportunities, culminating in a competition for Top Ten … [Read more...] about AI Ventures Accelerator: Turn Your Idea Into an AI-Powered Business
RFAs: Empowering Local Communities for Recovery and Resilience (Ukraine)
Deadline: 03-Apr-2026 The International Renaissance Foundation, in partnership with the Eastern Europe Foundation and supported by Norad and Sida, has launched the three-year Impulse Project to strengthen Ukrainian civil society organizations (CSOs) in recovery, inclusiveness, and democratic … [Read more...] about RFAs: Empowering Local Communities for Recovery and Resilience (Ukraine)
Call for Development Projects under the Polish Aid Programme
Deadline: 18-Feb-2026 The Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Dakar invites proposals for development projects in Senegal, Guinea, and Gambia under the Polish Aid programme. Grants of €16,000–€25,000 fund initiatives in peace, education, health, gender equality, economic growth, and climate … [Read more...] about Call for Development Projects under the Polish Aid Programme
Call for Proposals to Accelerate Cervical Cancer Elimination
Deadline: 09-Apr-2026 Unitaid has launched a Call for Proposals to accelerate cervical cancer elimination in low- and middle-income countries. The program funds innovative tools, digital health solutions, and integrated delivery models to strengthen secondary prevention, improve equity, and build … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals to Accelerate Cervical Cancer Elimination
iF Social Impact Prize: Empowering Projects for a Better Society
Deadline: 20-May-2026 The iF SOCIAL IMPACT PRIZE recognizes already implemented projects that deliver measurable social and environmental impact aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).The initiative offers free applications, global recognition, and a … [Read more...] about iF Social Impact Prize: Empowering Projects for a Better Society
UN Voluntary Trust Fund Small Grants Programme for Victims of Trafficking
Deadline: 28-Feb-2026 The United Nations Voluntary Trust Fund for Victims of Trafficking in Persons has opened the Tenth Cycle of its Small Grants Programme to fund short-term, high-impact projects delivering direct assistance and protection to trafficking victims worldwide. Managed by UNODC, the … [Read more...] about UN Voluntary Trust Fund Small Grants Programme for Victims of Trafficking
UNDP Funding Call: Enhancing Partnerships Between Local Governments and Civil Society
Deadline: 19-Feb-2026 The UNDP ReLOaD3 program in Bosnia and Herzegovina invites grant applications to enhance partnerships between civil society organizations (CSOs) and local government units. Funding supports projects across social policy, culture, sport, youth, environment, and inclusion, with … [Read more...] about UNDP Funding Call: Enhancing Partnerships Between Local Governments and Civil Society
Call for Proposals: Implementation of Home-Grown School Feeding Activities (Kyrgyzstan)
Deadline: 15-Feb-2026 The World Food Programme (WFP) is offering grants in the Kyrgyz Republic to support school nutrition, sustainable agriculture, and rural women’s empowerment. Projects link local farmers to schools, strengthen smallholder cooperatives, and enhance community nutrition, gender … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Implementation of Home-Grown School Feeding Activities (Kyrgyzstan)
UNICEF Grants to Prevent Gender-Based Violence and Support Survivors in Ukraine
Deadline: 25-Feb-2026 UNICEF Ukraine is accepting grant applications to strengthen survivor-centered services, prevent gender-based violence (GBV), and empower adolescents in selected communities. The initiative prioritizes women-led consortia to deliver coordinated GBV response, child protection, … [Read more...] about UNICEF Grants to Prevent Gender-Based Violence and Support Survivors in Ukraine
Request for EOIs: Implementation of the Nutrition Strategy for Migrant Populations (Peru)
Deadline: 09-Feb-2026 The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking qualified organizations to implement a nutrition strategy for migrant populations in Lima, Callao, Tumbes, and Tacna, Peru. The initiative focuses on emergency nutrition, direct support for families with young children and pregnant … [Read more...] about Request for EOIs: Implementation of the Nutrition Strategy for Migrant Populations (Peru)
Call for Applications: Innovation Challenge – Empowering Women Farmers in Armenia’s Horticulture Value Chain
Deadline: 04-Feb-2026 UNDP Armenia has launched an Innovation Challenge under Platform #5 to support smart, scalable solutions that enhance economic opportunities for vulnerable women engaged in horticulture. The initiative focuses on income generation, skills development, access to … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Innovation Challenge – Empowering Women Farmers in Armenia’s Horticulture Value Chain
Call for Applications: Polish Aid Small Grants Programme 2026 (Lebanon)
Deadline: 16-Feb-2026 The Polish Aid Small Grants Programme 2026 invites Lebanese organizations to apply for grants of up to USD 25,000 to implement projects addressing key development priorities. The program focuses on education, governance, health, renewable energy, and environmental … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Polish Aid Small Grants Programme 2026 (Lebanon)
Solomon Islands–Australia Community Partnerships Grant Program
Deadline: 08-Mar-2026 The Solomon Islands–Australia Community Partnerships programme provides funding to not-for-profit community groups to deliver small-scale infrastructure projects that improve local living standards. Projects must be completed within one year, prioritize disadvantaged groups, … [Read more...] about Solomon Islands–Australia Community Partnerships Grant Program
Prevention of Gender Violence and Protection of Adolescent Girls in Trinidad and El Alto (Bolivia)
Deadline: 18-Feb-2026 UNICEF Bolivia invites expressions of interest to support programs that prevent gender-based violence, sexual violence, and harmful practices affecting adolescents in El Alto and Trinidad. The initiative focuses on safe spaces, psychosocial support, positive parenting, and … [Read more...] about Prevention of Gender Violence and Protection of Adolescent Girls in Trinidad and El Alto (Bolivia)
Call for EOIs: Renewed Women’s Voice and Leadership Project in Nigeria
Deadline: 10-Feb-2026 ActionAid Nigeria, with funding from Global Affairs Canada, is implementing the Renewed Women’s Voice and Leadership Project from 2025 to 2029. The project supports women-led organizations in Benue and Imo States to strengthen capacity, advance gender equality, influence … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Renewed Women’s Voice and Leadership Project in Nigeria
ReLOaD3: Strengthening CSO-LGU Partnerships (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Deadline: 17-Feb-2026 The ReLOaD3 Program in Bosnia and Herzegovina strengthens collaboration between civil society organizations (CSOs) and local government units (LGUs) to improve public services and citizen engagement. The initiative focuses on social policy, youth, culture, … [Read more...] about ReLOaD3: Strengthening CSO-LGU Partnerships (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Empowering Young Women and Trans-Led Collectives to Advance Human Rights (Colombia)
Deadline: 01-Feb-2026 Fondo Lunaria is offering funding and support to collectives led by young women and trans people aged 18–29 in Colombia who are working on human rights initiatives. The fund prioritizes marginalized groups, creative responses to current crises, and collective processes that … [Read more...] about Empowering Young Women and Trans-Led Collectives to Advance Human Rights (Colombia)
Open Call: ActionAid Funding to Empower Women and Youth in Syria
Deadline: 08-Feb-2026 ActionAid is offering grants of approximately GBP 100,000 for six-month projects led by women, youth, and community groups to strengthen resilience, protection, livelihoods, and recovery in conflict- and earthquake-affected areas. Projects focus on women’s … [Read more...] about Open Call: ActionAid Funding to Empower Women and Youth in Syria
UNFPA Türkiye Call for Proposals on Gender Equality and Women’s Rights
Deadline: 23-Feb-2026 The UNFPA Türkiye, with EU funding, invites civil society organizations to submit proposals under the program “Advancing Gender Equality with Civil Society: Ensuring Safety, Health, and Rights for Women and Young People in Türkiye.” The call supports projects in reproductive … [Read more...] about UNFPA Türkiye Call for Proposals on Gender Equality and Women’s Rights
