Deadline: 08-May-2026 The Influencers Award recognises young individuals aged 18–26 in Ukraine who are leading impactful community initiatives. It highlights youth-driven projects across sectors like education, environment, inclusion, and mental health. The award encourages … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Influencers Award for Young Activists (Ukraine)
Youth & Adolescents
Nominations open for ASA Foundation Fellowship Research (US and Canada)
Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The American Surgical Association Foundation Fellowship provides $75,000 per year to support early-career surgeons pursuing academic and research careers. The fellowship focuses on research, teaching, and mentorship, with potential renewal for a second year. It is designed to … [Read more...] about Nominations open for ASA Foundation Fellowship Research (US and Canada)
Advancing Inclusive Tourism Growth through Low Value Grant (Nepal)
Deadline: 07-May-2026 The Sustainable Tourism Project in Nepal provides Low Value Grants to support community-led tourism initiatives that boost employment, entrepreneurship, and local livelihoods. The programme focuses on inclusive growth, targeting women, youth, and marginalized groups through … [Read more...] about Advancing Inclusive Tourism Growth through Low Value Grant (Nepal)
Youth Connect Programme to Empower Young Leaders and Women (Jordan)
Deadline: 03-May-2026 The British Council’s Youth Connect programme offers up to £30,000 to Jordanian civil society organisations to empower youth through skills training, leadership development, and community engagement. The initiative prioritises inclusion of young women and … [Read more...] about Youth Connect Programme to Empower Young Leaders and Women (Jordan)
Call for Entries: Youth Innovation Challenge
Deadline: 31-May-2026 The Taiwan Ocean Conservation Administration (OCA) and GEEP are inviting young people aged 15–30 worldwide to submit innovative solutions addressing marine issues. Winners receive $1,000, global recognition, and a fully funded trip to Taipei. The challenge focuses on marine … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: Youth Innovation Challenge
Apply Now: Safer Internet Centres Network Expansion Programme
Deadline: 01-Oct-2026 The European Commission is investing €24.4 million to expand Safer Internet Centres across the EU, strengthening online safety for children and young users. The programme supports awareness campaigns, helplines, hotlines, and youth engagement to address risks like … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Safer Internet Centres Network Expansion Programme
Stanley Thomas Johnson Foundation Funding for Victims of Conflicts and Violence
Deadline: 06-Jul-2026 The Stanley Thomas Johnson Foundation funds humanitarian projects that protect civilians and improve the well-being of people affected by armed conflict. It prioritises support for refugees, displaced populations, and especially unaccompanied children and youth. Eligible … [Read more...] about Stanley Thomas Johnson Foundation Funding for Victims of Conflicts and Violence
Public Call for Civil Society Project Proposals under ReLOaD3 Programme (Serbia)
Deadline: 29-May-2026 The City of Vranje, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme, has launched a funding call under the ReLOaD3 to support civil society projects. With a total budget of USD 56,000, the call funds local initiatives focused on youth, social inclusion, gender … [Read more...] about Public Call for Civil Society Project Proposals under ReLOaD3 Programme (Serbia)
Call for NGO Partnerships: Skill Up! 2030 – Young People Shaping the Future (Nepal)
Deadline: 06-May-2026 The “Skill Up! 2030 – Young People Shaping the Future” project by Welthungerhilfe Nepal aims to empower youth in Sudurpashchim Province through skills development, employment opportunities, and system-level reforms in education, labor markets, and food systems. The 36-month … [Read more...] about Call for NGO Partnerships: Skill Up! 2030 – Young People Shaping the Future (Nepal)
Open Call: NYCC Climate Champions Fellowship Program (India)
Deadline: 03-May-2026 The NYCC Climate Champions Fellowship empowers young people in India to lead grassroots climate action through funding, mentorship, and training. Over six months, fellows design and implement local environmental projects while building leadership and advocacy … [Read more...] about Open Call: NYCC Climate Champions Fellowship Program (India)
Ernest Kleinwort Charitable Trust Medium Grant Program in UK
Deadline: 12-May-2026 The Ernest Kleinwort Charitable Trust offers Medium Grants of £10,001–£20,000 to support youth and community projects in Sussex. The programme prioritises charities working with vulnerable young people, especially in deprived areas. Funding can cover core … [Read more...] about Ernest Kleinwort Charitable Trust Medium Grant Program in UK
Entries open for Kofi Annan NextGen Democracy Prize
Deadline: 17-May-2026 The Kofi Annan NextGen Democracy Prize recognizes young leaders (aged 18–30) who actively defend and strengthen democracy worldwide. It supports initiatives that promote free elections, civic participation, freedom of expression, and inclusive decision-making. … [Read more...] about Entries open for Kofi Annan NextGen Democracy Prize
Apply now for Community Grants Program (Australia)
Deadline: 15-Oct-2026 The Stan Perron Charitable Foundation Community Grants Program supports initiatives that improve community well-being in Western Australia, with a strong focus on children, young people, education, health, and cultural development. It prioritises locally impactful, … [Read more...] about Apply now for Community Grants Program (Australia)
Call for Applications: Sports Visitor Program in United States
Deadline: 26-May-2026 The Sports Visitor Program is a U.S. Department of State international sports exchange initiative that uses sports diplomacy to build global relationships and develop youth leadership. It provides $4,000,000 in fixed funding for programs that connect U.S. and international … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Sports Visitor Program in United States
Future Ukraine Research Grants for Master’s Students and Researchers
Deadline: 13-May-2026 The Future Ukraine Programme funds short-term research stays in Germany (1–6 months) for Ukrainian students and researchers. It provides monthly stipends up to €2,300, plus travel and insurance support. The programme strengthens academic collaboration and supports the … [Read more...] about Future Ukraine Research Grants for Master’s Students and Researchers
Apply Now: Eco-Award Competition for Public Schools
Deadline: 15-May-2026 The Eco-Award Competition provides up to 6,000 GEL to public schools in Georgia to implement circular economy and recycling projects. The program supports eco-clubs, student-led initiatives, and waste reduction activities such as reuse, repair, and recycling … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Eco-Award Competition for Public Schools
Applications Open: Job Creation and Digital Skills Development (South Africa)
Deadline: 10-May-2026 The Embassy of the Republic of Lithuania to South Africa is offering grants up to €15,000 for projects in South Africa focused on job creation and digital skills. The initiative supports youth, women, and girls through development cooperation and democracy promotion. … [Read more...] about Applications Open: Job Creation and Digital Skills Development (South Africa)
Call for EOIs: Collaborative Content Creation with Youth Pilot (Guatemala)
Deadline: 04-May-2026 The World Food Programme is seeking partners to implement a pilot project in Guatemala that empowers youth to create audiovisual content promoting nutrition and gender equality. The initiative is part of the Generación Chispuda strategy and focuses on behavior change through … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Collaborative Content Creation with Youth Pilot (Guatemala)
Call for Expression of Interest: Maharati Youth Empowerment Programme (Iraq)
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The Maharati Programme by UNICEF Iraq is a youth empowerment initiative designed to help young people transition from education to employment. It focuses on skills development, entrepreneurship, and civic engagement, particularly for vulnerable youth. The program aims to equip … [Read more...] about Call for Expression of Interest: Maharati Youth Empowerment Programme (Iraq)
Open Call for Renewable Energy Startups and Entrepreneurs
Deadline: 17-May-2026 The RAISEAfrica Programme is an accelerator for young African entrepreneurs working on renewable energy solutions. It offers mentoring, networking, and funding (starting from €3,000, with up to €10,000 awards) to help startups move from idea to scale. The program targets … [Read more...] about Open Call for Renewable Energy Startups and Entrepreneurs
Submissions open for Cumberland Lodge Fellowship Program (UK)
Deadline: 01-Jun-2026 The Cumberland Lodge Fellowship Program is a two-year leadership development opportunity for doctoral students and early-career professionals in London. It supports emerging changemakers working on social cohesion, democracy, and ethical leadership through training, … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Cumberland Lodge Fellowship Program (UK)
Call for EOIs: Integrated Population Policies through Parliamentary Engagement (Egypt)
Deadline: 06-May-2026 UNFPA is inviting expressions of interest to strengthen population policies and sexual and reproductive health systems in Egypt. The initiative focuses on empowering parliamentarians to improve legislation, oversight, and budgeting for health, gender equality, and youth … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Integrated Population Policies through Parliamentary Engagement (Egypt)
Call for EOIs: Strengthening Food Environments and Preventing Malnutrition (Argentina)
Deadline: 07-May-2026 UNICEF is inviting organisations to collaborate on improving food environments and reducing malnutrition in early childhood in Argentina. The initiative focuses on nutrition education, breastfeeding, school meals, and system-level reforms to promote healthy diets and long-term … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Strengthening Food Environments and Preventing Malnutrition (Argentina)
Submit Applications for UK Youth Fund Grants
Deadline: 06-May-2026 The UK Youth Fund provides flexible, unrestricted grants over three years to strengthen youth organisations across the UK. It targets organisations serving primarily young people aged 8–25, with funding typically capped at around 10% of annual income and … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for UK Youth Fund Grants
RFAs: Noah Donohoe Music and Sports Bursaries (UK)
Deadline: 14-May-2026 The Noah Donohoe Music and Sports Bursaries provide up to £2,000 to support young people aged 11–18 in developing talent in music or sports. The funding covers costs such as equipment, tuition, and participation expenses, with priority given to those facing … [Read more...] about RFAs: Noah Donohoe Music and Sports Bursaries (UK)
Social Integration Program for Vulnerable Youths in El Salvador
Deadline: 15-May-2026 The Social Integration Programme for Vulnerable Youth through Sport and Life Skills provides €150,000–€180,000 to implement training programmes for at least 550 vulnerable youth in El Salvador. The initiative combines sports (especially rugby), emotional development, and … [Read more...] about Social Integration Program for Vulnerable Youths in El Salvador
Cultural Access 2026: Priority Area Projects for Individuals and Organisations (Australia)
Deadline: 25-May-2026 The 2026 Cultural Access Priority Area Projects funding by Create NSW provides $10,000–$100,000 to support inclusive arts and cultural projects across New South Wales. It prioritises First Nations communities, diverse populations, accessibility, and emerging creatives, with a … [Read more...] about Cultural Access 2026: Priority Area Projects for Individuals and Organisations (Australia)
Open Call for Life Sciences Research Awards (Austria)
Deadline: 27-May-2026 The Life Sciences Research Awards Austria recognise outstanding publications by early-career researchers in life sciences and biotechnology. Three prizes of €3,000 each are awarded for Basic Science, Applied Research, and Excellence & Societal Impact, with eligibility … [Read more...] about Open Call for Life Sciences Research Awards (Austria)
Applications open for the Childnet Film Competition (UK)
Deadline: 22-May-2026 The Childnet Film Competition invites young people aged 7–18 in the UK to create films in supervised school or youth group settings. Entries must be submitted by an adult, with shortlisted teams winning filmmaking equipment for their … [Read more...] about Applications open for the Childnet Film Competition (UK)
Call for Subsidies to Promote Youth Participation 2026 (Spain)
Deadline: 18-May-2026 The Murcia City Council Youth Grants 2026/2027 provide up to €3,000 to support projects that enhance youth participation, civic engagement, and cultural activities in Murcia, Spain. Non-profit youth organizations and entities working with young people aged 14–29 can apply … [Read more...] about Call for Subsidies to Promote Youth Participation 2026 (Spain)
Submissions open for Transformative Research Challenge
Deadline: 15-May-2026 The Transformative Research Challenge (TRC) by the World Food Forum supports youth-led research projects that use public data, AI, and advanced analytics to improve food security systems. It targets solutions with an existing proof of concept (TRL 3–5) and … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Transformative Research Challenge
Call for Proposals: Youth Climate Projects 2026
Deadline: 10-May-2026 The Young Changemakers programme invites youth and youth-led organisations to submit innovative climate action projects for 2026 focused on sustainability and community impact. It supports solutions across key areas like food systems, energy, waste, AI for climate, and … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Youth Climate Projects 2026
Eco Champions Programme for Young Climate Leaders
Deadline: 20-May-2026 The Eco Champions Programme supports young climate activists aged 16–26 by providing training, mentorship, and mini-grants to scale community-based environmental solutions. It focuses on climate challenges such as water scarcity, energy access, and … [Read more...] about Eco Champions Programme for Young Climate Leaders
UNFPA Ghana Youth Leaders (YoLe) Fellowship Programme
Deadline: 14-May-2026 The UNFPA Ghana Youth Leaders Fellowship 2026 invites young leaders in Ghana to apply for a one-year, on-site leadership and development program. Delivered in partnership with the Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment Ghana, University of Ghana, and … [Read more...] about UNFPA Ghana Youth Leaders (YoLe) Fellowship Programme
Call for Entries: Energy Efficiency Hackathon (Tanzania)
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The Energy Efficiency Hackathon 2026 in Tanzania invites young innovators to develop technology-driven solutions for energy challenges. Participants will collaborate in teams, receive mentorship, and compete for up to 10,000,000 Tanzanian Shillings in seed … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: Energy Efficiency Hackathon (Tanzania)
Fund for Future 2026: Grants for Child and Youth Initiatives (Belgium)
Deadline: 14-Oct-2026 The Fund for Future 2026 call offers up to €4,000 per project to support activities for children and youth (up to 18 years) in Lennik and Sint-Pieters-Leeuw. With a total budget of €20,000, the fund prioritizes inclusive, community-based initiatives that … [Read more...] about Fund for Future 2026: Grants for Child and Youth Initiatives (Belgium)
Call for Health Service Delivery Strengthening (South Africa)
Deadline: 13-May-2026 The Northern Cape Department of Health is offering a three-year funding opportunity for NGOs and community-based organizations to strengthen health service delivery in South Africa’s Northern Cape. The program prioritizes HIV, TB, and integrated health services, aligning with … [Read more...] about Call for Health Service Delivery Strengthening (South Africa)
“30 Under 30” Awards for Young News Media Professionals
Deadline: 19-Jun-2026 The INMA 30 Under 30 Awards recognizes outstanding young professionals under the age of 30 working in the global news media industry. It highlights early career achievements, innovation, and leadership potential across key media functions. The program selects … [Read more...] about “30 Under 30” Awards for Young News Media Professionals
Call to Support Human Rights Defense in Development Contexts
Deadline: 20-May-2026 The Community Resource Exchange (CRE) Collaboration Grants support community-led initiatives across Asia-Pacific, Central Asia, and the South Caucasus to defend human rights in energy-related development projects. Grants of up to US$5,000 are available for projects lasting up … [Read more...] about Call to Support Human Rights Defense in Development Contexts
Small Grants Funding Opportunity for Community Safety Initiatives (UK)
Deadline: 06-May-2026 The PCSP Small Grants Scheme by Policing and Community Safety Partnerships provides funding between £1,000 and £4,000 to support community-led projects that improve safety and reduce crime. The program focuses on tackling anti-social behaviour, enhancing trust in policing, and … [Read more...] about Small Grants Funding Opportunity for Community Safety Initiatives (UK)
Enlight Fellowship for Youth Mental Wellbeing Leaders
Deadline: 05-Jul-2026 The Enlight Fellowship is a fully funded 16-week global programme supporting youth entrepreneurs and leaders working on mental wellbeing solutions. It offers leadership training, mentorship, financial skills development, and an in-person summit to help fellows scale impactful … [Read more...] about Enlight Fellowship for Youth Mental Wellbeing Leaders
Bishop Fox’s Educational Foundation Grants (United Kingdom)
Deadline: 15-Jun-2026 The Bishop Fox’s Educational Foundation offers grants to support young people aged 11–24 in and around Taunton, Somerset, to access education, training, and personal development opportunities. Funding helps remove financial barriers by covering costs such as … [Read more...] about Bishop Fox’s Educational Foundation Grants (United Kingdom)
Apply Now: Local Community Spaces Fund (United Kingdom)
Deadline: 28-Apr-2026 The Local Community Spaces Fund provides grants of £10,000–£20,000 to grassroots organizations across the United Kingdom to repair and improve community spaces. With over £1 million available in 2026, the fund supports projects that reduce loneliness, strengthen communities, … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Local Community Spaces Fund (United Kingdom)
Open Call for Young Innovation Leader Fellowship Program
Deadline: 16-May-2026 The Young Innovation Leader Fellowship Program is designed to equip Africa’s emerging leaders with skills, networks, and tools to drive innovation and real-world impact. The program targets individuals aged 20–35 with strong expertise and leadership potential across sectors … [Read more...] about Open Call for Young Innovation Leader Fellowship Program
Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program in Cabo Verde
Deadline: 31-May-2026 The U.S. Embassy Praia is offering small grants of $2,000–$10,000 to support projects in Cabo Verde that commemorate 250 years of U.S. independence. The program promotes democratic values, innovation, youth engagement, and bilateral partnerships. Projects must … [Read more...] about Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program in Cabo Verde
Youth Dialogue Forum on Cultural Heritage and Sustainable Development (Kenya)
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The Kenya National Commission for UNESCO (KNATCOM) is inviting Kenyan youth to participate in the 2026 National Youth Dialogue Forum focused on cultural heritage and sustainable development. Scheduled for 5 May 2026, the forum will engage young people in heritage conservation, … [Read more...] about Youth Dialogue Forum on Cultural Heritage and Sustainable Development (Kenya)
Tipping Point Pacific Grant for Feminist Climate Justice
Deadline: 31-May-2026 The Tipping Point Pacific Grant provides flexible funding of up to EUR 10,000 for grassroots, feminist, and climate justice initiatives across the Pacific. It prioritizes youth-led, women-led, Indigenous, disability-inclusive, and gender-diverse groups working on environmental … [Read more...] about Tipping Point Pacific Grant for Feminist Climate Justice
Submit Applications for Bromley Community Fund (UK)
Deadline: 07-May-2026 The Bromley Community Fund offers grants of up to £10,000 to support local charities and community groups addressing social hardship in the London Borough of Bromley. The fund prioritizes projects that improve education, support vulnerable populations, and strengthen community … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Bromley Community Fund (UK)
Stronger Futures 3.0 Grants for Youth Violence Prevention (UK)
Deadline: 11-May-2026 The Mayor of London’s Violence Reduction Unit has launched the Stronger Futures Programme 3.0 with £4 million in funding to support community-led organisations working with at-risk youth in London. Grants of £80,000–£200,000 aim to improve education, … [Read more...] about Stronger Futures 3.0 Grants for Youth Violence Prevention (UK)
ESCWA Fellowship Programme for Young Arab Professionals
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026 The ESCWA Fellowship Programme offers early-career researchers and practitioners a chance to work on real-world policy challenges. Selected fellows receive a USD 4,000 monthly stipend, travel support, and hands-on experience in economic, social, and … [Read more...] about ESCWA Fellowship Programme for Young Arab Professionals
