[February 2026]
We have curated a listing of leadership opportunities, highlighting programs and initiatives that empower leaders to grow, connect, and lead change.
Entries open for Borlaug Field Award
Deadline: 01-Jun-2026
The Borlaug Field Award recognizes an outstanding individual under 40 for exceptional, science-based achievements in international agriculture and food production that advance the fight against global hunger and poverty…[more]
Submissions open for McCain Global Leaders Program
Deadline: 15-Mar-2026
The McCain Global Leaders Program 2026–2027 is a fully funded, year-long leadership initiative for mid- to senior-career professionals working to advance democracy, human rights, and freedom worldwide…[more]
Apply Now: CRI Irvington Postdoctoral Fellowship Program
Deadline: 02-Mar-2026
The CRI Irvington Postdoctoral Fellowship Program supports outstanding early-career scientists conducting immunology research with direct relevance to cancer. The program provides three years of competitive funding, professional development, and access to an international research network to help fellows launch independent scientific careers…[more]
Submit Applications for Women’s Venture Competition
Deadline: March 15, 2026
The AIM-HI Women-Led Oncology Venture Competition empowers female scientist-entrepreneurs in the oncology field by providing seed funding, expert coaching, and access to a global network to accelerate the development of life-saving cancer treatments…[more]
Submissions open for INMA’s “30 Under 30” Awards
Deadline: 16-Jun-2026
The INMA 30 Under 30 initiative recognises and supports emerging media professionals under the age of 30 who are driving innovation across journalism, product, audience engagement, data, and marketing. Selected honourees receive global recognition, professional development opportunities, INMA membership, and access to Media Innovation Week 2026 in Madrid…[more]
Innovation Fund for Net Zero Technologies – General Decarbonisation – Small-Scale Projects 2025
Deadline: April 23, 2026
The European Commission has launched its Innovation Fund to support the development and deployment of innovative low-carbon technologies and processes that can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions…[more]
Call for Proposals: Innovation Fund for Net Zero Technologies – Clean-tech Manufacturing 2025
Deadline: April 23, 2026
The European Commission is now accepting grant applications to support projects for manufacturing innovative clean-tech components for hydrogen production/consumption, renewable energy and energy storage…[more]
Call for Applications: Go Global MBA Scholarship 2026
Deadline: 24-Apr-2026
The Go Global MBA Scholarship provides up to $7,000 to support international students pursuing an MBA abroad, focusing on emerging leaders with global ambitions and sustainable career goals…[more]
Open Call for Hansen Leadership Institute Scholarship
Deadline: 15-Mar-2026
The Hansen Leadership Institute Scholarship is a fully funded, three-week global leadership program held from July 1–22, 2026, offering training in leadership, conflict resolution, human rights, and cross-cultural collaboration…[more]
Apply Now: Genomics in Context Awards
Deadline: 16-Mar-2026
Wellcome’s Genomics in Context Awards fund transdisciplinary teams exploring discovery research at the intersection of genomics, humanities, social sciences and bioethics…[more]
CFAs: Princess Sabeeka Bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa Global Award for Women’s Empowerment
Deadline: 20-Mar-2026
The UN Women has launched a prestigious global award to recognize and celebrate the outstanding efforts of individuals, civil society, public institutions, and private sector actors working toward gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls…[more]
Apply to become a Kanthari Participant
Deadline: 28-Feb-2026
The kanthari offers a twelve-month, fully scholarship-based leadership programme that equips changemakers to start and run civil society organisations, social enterprises or social ventures…[more]
Open Call: Study a Master’s in Europe Scholarship 2026
Deadline: 15-May-2026
The Study a Master’s in Europe Scholarship offers €5,000 to support international students pursuing a Master’s degree in Europe starting Fall 2026…[more]
Call for Expression of Interest: Global Nutrition Cluster Technical Support and Leadership (Kenya, US)
Deadline: 15-Feb-2026
UNICEF invites expressions of interest for technical support and leadership for the Global Nutrition Cluster. The role focuses on infant and young child feeding, malnutrition prevention, nutrition in emergencies, advocacy, partnership development, and strengthening global governance. Assignments will be implemented in Nairobi, Kenya, and New York, USA, with an indicative budget of USD 150,000…[more]
RFAs: Pacific Islands Leadership Program (PILP) with Taiwan
Deadline: 27-Mar-2026
The East-West Center’s Pacific Islands Leadership Program (PILP) strengthens leadership capacity and regional networks for early- to mid-career professionals from Pacific Island countries and Taiwan. The program combines an online preparatory module with in-person sessions in Hawai‘i and Taiwan, concluding with a Capstone Leadership Retreat. Participants receive full financial support, experiential learning opportunities, and mentorship to foster collaborative leadership for regional development…[more]
Deeptech Enterprise Fellowships – Accelerator for Spinouts and Startups (UK, Ireland)
Deadline: 16-Feb-2026
The Deeptech Enterprise Fellowships Programme empowers UK and Irish university researchers and recent graduates to become successful technology entrepreneurs. Fellows receive up to £75,000 in funding, 15 days of structured training, personalized coaching, and mentoring to develop spinouts or startups based on protectable technology innovations. The programme focuses on business modelling, finance, strategy, marketing, and network building, with lifetime access to a community of entrepreneurs and investors…[more]
Nominations open for WIPO Global Awards Program
Deadline: 31-March-2026
The WIPO Global Awards has launched its startups and SMEs from all sectors that leverage Intellectual Property (IP) to drive business growth, innovation, and positive societal impact…[more]
Nominations open for Brower Youth Awards
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026
The Brower Youth Awards 2026 recognize outstanding environmental leadership among young people aged 13–22 in North America. Winners receive a $3,000 cash prize, a co-produced short film, and a fully covered leadership development trip. The awards highlight sustained, impactful leadership in environmental projects with potential for scalability and global influence…[more]
Apply Now: International Climate Protection Fellowship Program
Deadline: 10-Feb-2026
The International Climate Protection Fellowship Program, funded by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, supports mid-career and emerging professionals to implement a research-based climate protection or resource conservation project during a one-year stay in Germany. The fellowship offers monthly funding of up to €3,000, language training, mobility support, and extensive professional networking opportunities, with applications submitted through a German host institution…[more]
Apply Now: Advancing European Climate Risk Assessments
Deadline: April 15, 2026
The European Commission has launched its Advancing European Climate Risk to transform cutting-edge science into practical knowledge that supports public authorities, communities, and economic sectors in preparing for current and future climate risks, while reinforcing Europe’s leadership in climate action…[more]
Call for Entries: Darwin Medal Award
Deadline: 20-Feb-2026
The Darwin Medal recognises outstanding scientific achievement in evolution, population biology, organismal biology, and biological diversity. Open to eligible UK, Commonwealth, and Republic of Ireland researchers or teams, the award offers up to £2,000 and is administered by the Royal Society through a competitive nomination process closing on 20 February 2026…[more]
Nansen EDU – Norwegian–Ukrainian Cooperation in Higher Education
Deadline: 02-Mar-2026
The Nansen EDU – Norwegian–Ukrainian Cooperation in Higher Education program invites Norwegian and Ukrainian higher education institutions to submit grant applications for collaborative projects. The initiative aims to strengthen Ukrainian higher education through improved teaching, research, and institutional cooperation, with funding up to NOK 5,000,000 per project for initiatives lasting up to three years. Applications are assessed for impact, quality, and sustainability, with decisions expected by May 2026…[more]
Apply for Collaboration Platform for the European Connected and Autonomous Vehicle of the Future
Deadline: March 03, 2026
The European Commission is seeking grant applications for collaboration platform for the European connected and autonomous vehicle of the future…[more]
CFAs: Secretariat Support for the European Connected and Autonomous Vehicle Alliance
Deadline: March 03, 2026
The European Commission Initiative aims to strengthen the competitiveness and innovation leadership of the European automotive sector by supporting the effective operation of the European Connected and Autonomous Vehicle Alliance through a dedicated Secretariat…[more]
Apply Now: Doctoral Programmes for Healthcare Professionals (UK and Ireland)
Deadline: 10-Feb-2026
The Wellcome is accepting applications to fund Doctoral Programmes for Healthcare Professionals registered in the UK and Republic of Ireland…[more]
RFAs: Riley’s Way Foundation Call for Kindness (C4K) Fellowship Program (US)
Deadline: 01-Mar-2026
The Call for Kindness (C4K) Fellowship by Riley’s Way Foundation empowers young leaders aged 13–23 to design and lead social impact projects that foster kindness, empathy, and community. Fellows receive up to $5,000 in startup funding, mentorship, coaching, virtual skill-building, and an in-person leadership retreat to develop projects addressing food insecurity, equity, civil discourse, animal well-being, performing arts, and more…[more]
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, and youth engagement across multiple oblasts, with an indicative budget of USD 800,000…[more]
Entries open for the Robert G. Wilmers Integrity Prize (US)
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026
The Robert G. Wilmers Integrity Prize recognizes individuals in the United States demonstrating courage, ethical leadership, and transformative impact across arts, education, law, medicine, social justice, and related fields. One winner receives $50,000, while two finalists each receive $5,000. The prize emphasizes character, vision, and the potential to scale impact rather than established fundraising capacity…[more]
CFAs: Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement Program (Malaysia)
Deadline: 16-Mar-2026
The Fulbright TEA Program offers Malaysian secondary school teachers a six-week professional development opportunity in the United States, including graduate-level seminars, classroom practicum, and cultural enrichment. Participants enhance their teaching skills in student-centered methodologies, instructional technology, and lesson planning while engaging in a global educator network. Grants cover travel, accommodation, health insurance, and program fees, with applications closing March 16, 2026…[more]
International Joint Initiative for Research Harnessing Disruptive Technologies (Netherlands)
Deadline: 03-Mar-2026
The Dutch Research Council (NWO) is part of the International Joint Initiative, funding interdisciplinary, transnational research that uses disruptive technologies to address global societal challenges. Grants of up to €760,000 per project support teams that integrate expertise across natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, and health sciences while engaging stakeholders to maximize societal impact. Applications are submitted in multiple stages, with deadlines for the Notice of Intent (3 March 2026), Letter of Intent (9 June 2026), and full proposal (3 November 2026)…[more]
Asia New Zealand Foundation Offers Agribusiness Exchange for Indian Entrepreneurs
Deadline: March 03, 2026
The Asia New Zealand Foundation Te Whītau Tūhono is offering young Indian agribusiness entrepreneurs and business leaders the opportunity to visit New Zealand to attend the Mystery Creek Field Days and build international industry connections…[more]
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 policy, and amplify the voices of women and girls, contributing to national and international gender justice frameworks…[more]
Strengthen Grant: Empowering Arts and Cultural Organizations (Canada)
Deadline: 10-May-2026
The Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) Strengthen Grant provides up to $5,000 to support projects that enhance the capacity, sustainability, and effectiveness of arts and cultural organizations. Funding focuses on organizational development, technology, leadership, safety, and accessibility…[more]
RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Award
Deadline: March 20, 2026
The RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards is Canada’s premier national awards program recognizing and celebrating the achievements of the nation’s most accomplished, influential, and impactful women entrepreneurs…[more]
Applications open for Fulbright TEA Program in Serbia
Deadline: 15-Mar-2026
The Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement (TEA) Program invites full-time secondary-level teachers from Serbia to participate in a six-week professional development program in the United States in January or September 2027. Participants engage in graduate-level seminars, classroom practicum, and cultural exchange, gaining skills to enhance teaching practices and educational leadership…[more]
Call for Applications: Phoo Pwint Sa Incubation Programme (Myanmar)
Deadline: 15-Feb-2026
The Phoo Pwint Sa Incubation Programme is a year-long initiative supporting Myanmar’s cultural and creative entrepreneurs with training, mentorship, and seed funding. It focuses on fashion, esports, game development, and Webtoon creation, providing workshops, hands-on training, one-on-one mentoring, and a pitch competition with up to $50,000 in equity-free funding…[more]
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 leadership, youth and community-led recovery, and advocacy, emphasizing inclusivity, local engagement, and long-term impact…[more]
Strategic Fund Supporting Women’s Rights and Gender Justice in Nigeria
Deadline: 31-Dec-2026
ActionAid Nigeria, with support from Global Affairs Canada under the Renewed Women’s Voice and Leadership Project, is inviting Expressions of Interest for the Strategic Opportunity Fund. The fund provides rapid-response grants to support emergency action, critical advocacy, and protection for women human rights defenders advancing the rights of women and girls in Nigeria…[more]
Apply for Upper Harbour Community Grants Program (New Zealand)
Deadline: 20-Mar-2026
The Upper Harbour Local Board offers contestable funding to support community groups, organizations, and initiatives that benefit residents in the Upper Harbour area. The programme prioritizes projects aligned with community engagement, environment protection, arts, sports, youth development, cultural inclusion, and Māori empowerment…[more]
Strategic Innovation Fund for Advancing Women and Girls’ Rights (Nigeria)
Deadline: 13-Feb-2026
ActionAid Nigeria, supported by Global Affairs Canada, offers the Strategic Innovation Fund to support innovative interventions that advance the rights of women and girls. Eligible women-led organizations can receive grants of up to NGN 20,000,000 for initiatives implemented within six months to one year, focusing on gender equality, justice, and transformative solutions with scalable impact across Nigeria…[more]
Call for EOIs: Improving the Learning Outcomes of Kindergarten to Grade 6 Learners in BARMM (Philippines)
Deadline: 10-Feb-2026
UNICEF invites grant applications to support learning recovery and quality education for disadvantaged children in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). The initiative focuses on improving learning outcomes, teacher capacity, equitable access to culturally relevant materials, and targeted remediation for kindergarten to Grade 6 learners…[more]
Call for Entries: Ignite+ Program (Australia)
Deadline: 30 June 2027
The Advance Queensland is seeking applications for its Ignite+ Program to help innovators accelerate growth and drive the creation of new businesses and sustainable jobs for Queenslanders…[more]
Entries open for Gwen Ifill Award in United States
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026
The Gwen Ifill Award honors a trailblazing U.S.-based journalist who exemplifies Gwen Ifill’s legacy of excellence, inclusion, leadership, and mentorship. Administered by the IWMF, the award celebrates journalists who advance diversity and elevate the profession through ethical reporting and meaningful impact. Applications, including self-nominations, are open until April 30, 2026…[more]
Submit Applications for Research Ireland Pathway Programme 2026
Deadline: 20-Feb-2026
The Pathway Programme provides up to €535,000 in funding to help talented postdoctoral researchers transition into independent research leaders. Over four years, awardees conduct their own research project, supervise a PhD student, and build a competitive track record aligned with national and European research priorities. The programme supports all disciplines while promoting innovation, leadership development, and increased representation in higher education…[more]
Open Call: LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Grants Program 2025-26 (Australia)
Deadline: 16-Feb-2026
The LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Grants 2025–26 provide funding to support initiatives that advance Western Australia’s LGBTIQA+ Inclusion Strategy. The grants strengthen visibility, belonging, safety, equity, and wellbeing, with two tiers offering up to $10,000 and $25,000 for projects ranging from community-led initiatives to collaborative partnerships…[more]
Apply Now: Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship Grant Program (Round 5) – Australia
Deadline: 18-Feb-2026
The Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship (WiSE) Program funds large-scale Australian initiatives that increase the participation, retention and advancement of girls and women in STEM education, careers and entrepreneurial activities. Grants of $1 million–$2 million support programs that address systemic barriers, strengthen networks, promote gender equity and expand leadership pathways. Eligible organisations must have an ABN and deliver co-designed, evidence-based projects that create measurable impact across the STEM ecosystem…[more]
Request for Proposals: Arts and Conservation Fund (UK)
Deadline: 13-Feb-2026
The Idlewild Trust Arts and Conservation Fund supports early-career professionals in the arts and the conservation of culturally significant heritage in the UK. Grants range from £7,000 (one-off) to £21,000 (multi-year), prioritizing projects that provide training, professional development, and public engagement. Eligible UK charities can apply for projects that are not retrospective and have clear cultural or professional impact…[more]
Call for Applications: The Peter Rule Fund (New Zealand)
Deadline: 27-Feb-2026
The Peter Rule Fund, managed by the Rule Foundation, provides grants up to $5,000 to support projects benefiting the Rainbow, Takatāpui, and MVPFAFF+ communities. The fund prioritizes initiatives that address identified community needs, support education and research, and enable participation in domestic or international conferences. Applications are project-based, emphasizing tangible outcomes, community impact, and alignment with the Foundation’s priorities…[more]
RFAs: Carlsberg Foundation Interdisciplinary Research Centres (Denmark)
Deadline: 01-Mar-2026
The Carlsberg Foundation Interdisciplinary Research Centre Grant funds large-scale, cross-disciplinary research centres that unite the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences to address complex global challenges. Grants of up to DKK 50 million support ambitious, multi-PI centres that demonstrate strong synergy, shared leadership, and long-term impact. The program requires Danish institutional affiliation, interdisciplinary integration, and a rigorous application submitted through the CF-Grant system…[more]
Call for Proposals: Micro Grant Program (Denmark)
Deadline: 15-Mar-2026
The Mikrolegat Micro Grant Program provides early-stage funding of up to DKK 50,000 to young entrepreneurs and students in Denmark to develop ideas or strengthen newly launched businesses. The program combines financial support with mentorship, evaluation feedback, and visibility opportunities, helping applicants refine their business models and accelerate growth. Eligible participants include students, recent graduates, and young founders with innovative business concepts…[more]
USA Program for Innovative Entrepreneurs 2026
Deadline: 14-Feb-2026
Eisenhower Fellowships (EF) invites applications for the 2026 USA Program for Innovative Entrepreneurs, a leadership fellowship designed to inspire American entrepreneurs to drive positive social impact and global collaboration. The program combines domestic and international travel, professional development, and project-focused engagements to foster innovative leadership and cross-cultural partnerships. Eligible candidates are U.S. entrepreneurs aged 32–45 with a track record of success and commitment to lifelong engagement with EF’s mission…[more]
Applications open for Youth Week Grant Program 2026 (New Zealand)
Deadline: 15-Mar-2026
Ara Taiohi’s Youth Week Grants support youth-led initiatives across Aotearoa New Zealand, providing up to $1,000 + GST to empower young people to design and deliver events celebrating Youth Week. Projects must be youth-led, reflect the 2026 theme “Taringa whakarongo! Ki te reo o ngā taiohi – Our voices matter! We deserve to be heard”, and promote inclusion, equity, and meaningful youth participation…[more]
Entries open for Royal Society Athena Prize (UK)
Deadline: 20-Feb-2026
The Royal Society Athena Prize 2026 recognises UK-based academic and research teams that have made outstanding, sustained contributions to advancing diversity and inclusion in STEM. The biennial prize awards a medal and £5,000 to teams demonstrating leadership, impact, innovation, and transferable good practice at a national or wide regional level. Nominations close on 20 February 2026 at 23:59 GMT…[more]
Request for Proposals: Welcoming Communities Fund (New Zealand)
Deadline: 01-Jun-2026
The Hamilton City Council Welcoming Communities Fund provides grants of up to $5,000 to support new initiatives that foster inclusion, civic engagement, equitable access, economic opportunity, and welcoming public spaces for newcomers and diverse communities. The fund prioritizes collaborative projects that align with the city’s Welcoming Plan and the international Welcoming Communities Standard adapted for New Zealand…[more]
Misk Foundation Challenge for Change in Saudi Arabia
Deadline: February 09, 2026
The Challenge for Change programme by Misk Foundation invites changemakers from across Saudi Arabia and beyond to submit bold ideas that address social challenges and drive meaningful impact in their communities…[more]
Funding available for Creative Industries Market Entry in Austria
Deadline: June 30, 2026
Do you work in the creative industries and are planning to enter new markets? The Vienna Business Agency can support you – with their Creative Industries Market Entry Funding program…[more]
Apply for LEO Foundation Dr Abildgaard Fellowship Program (Denmark)
Deadline: 19-Mar-2026
The LEO Foundation Dr Abildgaard Fellowship Program provides DKK 12 million over five years to support emerging research leaders establishing or expanding independent skin research groups in Denmark. The fellowship funds ambitious basic, translational, epidemiological, and clinical research focused on advancing skin biology, skin disease understanding, and improved diagnostics and treatments…[more]
Call for Quesnel Community Foundation Grant Program (Canada)
Deadline: 27-Feb-2026
The Quesnel Community Foundation provides long-term funding to support projects that enhance the quality of life in the Quesnel region. Grants focus on arts, education, environment, health, recreation, and social services, emphasizing ethical stewardship, community engagement, and sustainable development…[more]
Food & Beverage Accelerator Program for High-Growth Ventures (Canada)
Deadline: February 28, 2026
The Food and Beverage Accelerator is a five-month program designed to support high-growth food and beverage ventures by equipping founders with the tools, skills, and connections needed to scale successfully in the consumer-packaged goods industry…[more]
Call for Applications: Fulbright TEA Program 2026–2027 (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Deadline: 18-Mar-2026
The Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement (TEA) Program 2026–2027, offered by the U.S. Embassy in Bosnia and Herzegovina, provides secondary school teachers with graduate-level professional development in the United States. The fully funded program combines academic seminars, a supervised teaching practicum, and professional networking to strengthen modern teaching practices and educational leadership…[more]
Small Grants Program for Community-Led Development Projects (Liberia)
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026
The Friends of Liberia Small Grants Program provides up to USD 3,000 to support community-led development projects designed and implemented by local communities in Liberia. The program prioritises locally driven solutions in areas such as education, healthcare, economic development, environmental sustainability, and support for underserved populations…[more]
Submissions open for South Africa’s Space Programme
Deadline: 15-Feb-2026
The National Research Foundation’s South Africa Space Programme supports universities, HDIs, TVET colleges, and Universities of Technology to implement South Africa’s space initiatives. With a budget of up to R3 million over three years, the programme funds stakeholder engagement, policy alignment, knowledge-sharing platforms, and collaboration monitoring to strengthen technical and scientific capacity. Priority is given to institutions demonstrating strong coordination capability, HDI participation, and past experience in multi-stakeholder projects…[more]
Submit Applications for Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Grant – New Zealand
Deadline: 20-Feb-2026
The Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Grant provides financial support to community-led projects and initiatives within the local board area, with funding rounds available up to four times per year. The grant prioritizes projects that strengthen local outcomes, foster community engagement, and address social, environmental, and safety challenges…[more]
Apply for Manurewa Rangatahi Youth Grant Program (New Zealand)
Deadline: 20-Feb-2026
The Manurewa Rangatahi Youth Grant Programme, offered by Auckland Council, provides funding of up to $5,000 to support young people aged 12–24 who live in or are strongly connected to Manurewa. The grant helps rangatahi build skills, wellbeing, leadership, and career pathways in line with the Manurewa Local Board Plan 2023…[more]
Empowering BIPOC-Led and Youth-Focused Organizations in Canada
Deadline: 09-Feb-2026
The LEVEL BIPOC Grants Program offers multi-year, flexible operational funding to strengthen BIPOC-led and BIPOC youth-led or youth-engaging organizations in British Columbia. The program provides $150,000 over three years to support organizational sustainability, leadership capacity, and long-term community impact for organizations serving marginalized communities…[more]
Call for Proposals: Young Nature Leaders Grant Program (Canada)
Deadline: 20-Feb-2026
Nature Canada’s Young Nature Leaders Grant Program offers a $1,000 grant or bursary to support a youth-led, community-based nature project in Canada. Open to individuals under 30, the program prioritizes projects in 2026 that advance marine conservation, ecological restoration, protected areas, Indigenous-led conservation, and creative storytelling that can be shared widely…[more]
Applications open for Bhumi Fellowship Program (India)
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026
The Bhumi Fellowship Program is a two-year paid initiative in India designed to develop young leaders who can drive systemic change in education. Fellows gain hands-on experience with schools, grassroots organizations, and policymakers while receiving structured learning, mentorship, and a monthly grant of ₹25,500…[more]
CFAs: Career Development Grant Program (United States)
Deadline: 01-Mar-2026
The AAUW Career Development Grant 2026 provides up to $8,000 to women pursuing accredited certificates or specialized training in fields where they are underrepresented, specifically in STEM, business, and law. This grant supports short-term programs (6–12 months) that lead to tangible employment outcomes or executive leadership roles. Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents with at least an Associate’s degree…[more]
CFAs: Research Project and Existing Program Evaluation Proposals (US)
Deadline: 15-Feb-2026
The Brady Education Foundation supports Research Project (RP) and Existing Program Evaluation (EPE) proposals that inform educational research, practice, philanthropic giving, and public policy. Funding is available for U.S.-based nonprofit organizations, with budgets up to $125,000 per year for new-data studies and up to $100,000 for projects analyzing existing datasets…[more]
ActionAid Nigeria Seeks Women’s Rights Networks for Gender Equality Initiative
Deadline: 10-Feb-2026
ActionAid Nigeria is inviting Expressions of Interest from women-led rights networks and movements to participate in the Renewed Women’s Voice and Leadership Project, a five-year initiative running from 2025 to 2029. Funded by Global Affairs Canada, the project provides technical and financial support to strengthen national women’s movements advancing gender equality and human rights in Nigeria, with an annual budget of N12,000,000…[more]