[May 2026]
Explore the latest humanitarian and disaster relief funding opportunities for NGOs, nonprofits, civil society organizations, researchers, and community groups. This curated listing features grants, fellowships, innovation calls, and humanitarian aid programmes supporting emergency response, disaster preparedness, relief operations, crisis management, rehabilitation, and recovery initiatives worldwide.
Nominations open for the Hilton Humanitarian Prize 2027
Deadline: 30-April-2027
The Hilton Humanitarian Prize is an annual international award honoring nonprofit organizations that demonstrate exceptional contributions to alleviating human suffering…[more]
Aurora Research Grants: Empowering Grassroots Humanitarians
Deadline: 31-December-2026
The Aurora Research Grants program, launched by the Aurora Humanitarian Initiative, supports in-depth research on grassroots humanitarians working in conflict-affected and crisis settings worldwide…[more]
Humanitarian Aid Grants for Aviation-Based Relief Efforts
Deadline: 29-May-2026
Humanitarian Aid Grants support non-profit organizations that use aviation to deliver life-saving assistance, healthcare access, and emergency relief to remote or crisis-affected regions…[more]
CFAs: Innovative Disaster Response and Search-and-Rescue Technologies
Deadline: 05-November-2026
The European Commission is inviting applications under Horizon Europe to support advanced disaster response and search-and-rescue technologies across Europe. The programme funds innovative tools, autonomous drones, robotics, AI systems, and emergency response technologies designed for hazardous environments such as wildfires, earthquakes, and large-scale disasters…[more]
RFAs: Designing Risk Awareness and Disaster Preparedness Program
Deadline: 05-November-2026
The European Commission has launched a Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Actions programme to strengthen disaster preparedness, risk awareness, and societal resilience across Europe. The initiative supports AI-driven tools, digital twins, early warning systems, and whole-of-society approaches to improve disaster readiness and emergency coordination…[more]
RFAs: Advanced Systems for Cascading Multi-Hazard Risk Assessment
Deadline: 05-November-2026
The European Commission is accepting grant applications to develop next-generation systems for predicting and managing cascading and cumulative disaster impacts. The initiative aims to unify single-hazard models into integrated frameworks capable of analysing complex interactions between meteorological, geophysical, and technological hazards. It supports improved forecasting, resilience planning, and coordinated disaster response across Europe and beyond…[more]
Open Call: Targeted Innovative Capabilities for Critical Entities Resilience
Deadline: 05-November-2026
The European Commission Innovation Action under Horizon Europe aims to enhance the resilience of critical entities across Europe by supporting advanced technological solutions and operational systems. It addresses increasing risks from cascading disasters and hybrid threats affecting interconnected infrastructure systems…[more]
Call for Applications on Climate Resilience and Disaster Risk Management
Deadline: 05-November-2026
The European Commission is inviting applications under Horizon Europe to strengthen Europe’s resilience to climate-related disasters through advanced climate security tools, forecasting systems, and risk-management solutions. The programme supports innovative projects focused on climate adaptation, crisis management, early warning systems, and disaster preparedness across Europe…[more]
The 2026 Ford Philanthropy Fellowship: Empowering Community Leaders
Deadline: 15-August-2026
The 2026 Ford Philanthropy Fellowship by Ford Philanthropy is a fully funded program designed for entrepreneurs and community leaders driving social impact. It provides training in leadership, business skills, and community development, along with mentorship, financial tools, and global networking opportunities. The fellowship emphasizes practical learning, including community workshops and a final pitch showcase…[more]
Grants to Provide Humanitarian Assistance to Palestinians
Deadline: 15-July-2026
The Jerusalem Fund provides small grants of up to $5,000 to support humanitarian relief, education, community development, and cultural preservation initiatives benefiting Palestinians in the West Bank, Gaza, Jerusalem, and refugee communities in Syria and Lebanon. ..[more]
Call for Partners on Refugee Protection and Assistance Programmes (Belize)
Deadline: 12-June-2026
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) programme in Belize aims to strengthen protection systems and support services for forcibly displaced populations. The programme combines legal aid, humanitarian assistance, and livelihood development interventions…[more]
Apply Now: Hawarden and District Relief in Need Fund for Individuals (UK)
Deadline: 31-December-2026
The Hawarden and District Relief in Need Fund for Individuals is a targeted hardship relief programme supporting individuals facing emergency or ongoing financial crisis. It is delivered through partner organisations registered with the Community Foundation Wales and focuses on improving basic living conditions for vulnerable people in the Hawarden parish area…[more]
Call for Selection of Civil Society Organizations and/or Academic Institutions (Turkey)
Deadline: 08-June-2026
UN Women Türkiye, with funding from the European Union, has launched a Call for Proposals to strengthen prevention, protection, and support services for women and girls affected by the February 2023 earthquakes in Türkiye…[more]
Call for Applications: Strengthening Disaster Risk Financing in Madagascar
Deadline: 01-June-2026
The UNDP initiative supports the development of a fast, transparent, and efficient mechanism for disaster risk financing and emergency fund disbursement in Madagascar. The assignment will assess existing financial systems, identify inefficiencies, and propose reforms to improve speed, coordination, and accountability in emergency funding…[more]
Applications open for Asset Assistance Grant (Australia)
Deadline: 30-June-2027
The Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) provide joint Australian Government and Northern Territory Government funding to support recovery from major disasters, including Tropical Low Flood Event 31U and Tropical Cyclone Narelle…[more]
Call for Project Implementations with UNDP (India)
Deadline: 29-May-2026
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) EOI in India is a pre-qualification mechanism designed to identify capable organizations for future project implementation opportunities. It enables UNDP to build a roster of qualified service providers across key development sectors for upcoming procurement and partnership engagements…[more]
CFPs: Women’s Peacebuilding, Recovery and Empowerment Initiatives (Palestine)
Deadline: 21-June-2026
The Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund has launched a Call for Proposals in Palestine to support women-led and civil society organizations working on peacebuilding, humanitarian response, recovery, and economic empowerment…[more]
