[March 2026]
Every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive—but turning that vision into reality requires resources. Whether you’re working in education, health, nutrition or child protection, access to the right funding can amplify your impact. This curated listing unlocks 40+ grants and funding opportunities to help you scale your initiatives and create a brighter future for children everywhere.
Call for Applications: bildingship Grant Program
Deadline: 05-Apr-2026
The Education Art and Architecture School invites applications for the bildingship Grant Program 2026, a residency supporting young artists to develop their practice while engaging children and young people in creative education. Selected artists receive a studio, part-time teaching experience, exhibition opportunities, and professional integration into the regional art scene. The residency runs from September 2026 to February 2027…[more]
Apply for Generations: Global Grant Program
Deadline: 31-Dec-2026
The Institute for Equality in Development Innovations offers student-focused grants of up to $100,000 for projects preventing child and youth abuse or supporting survivors. Funding prioritizes impact, inclusion, and survivor autonomy and is available to students of all ages, including homeschoolers and higher education learners…[more]
Applications open for Research Grant Program
Deadline: 22-May-2026
The Froebel Trust Research Grant provides funding of up to £50,000 for original research projects that advance Froebelian philosophy and approaches in early childhood education for children aged 0–8 years. Eligible applicants include individual researchers and collaborative partnerships worldwide, with a lead organisation required to receive grant funds. The grant supports personnel, project-related activity costs, administration, and necessary checks, emphasizing research that addresses inequality, inclusion, and diversity in early learning…[more]
Healthy Lungs for Life Grants Programme 2026
Deadline: 16-Apr-2026
The Healthy Lungs for Life Grants Programme 2026 provides funding to support initiatives that raise awareness, educate communities, and promote lung health across all age groups. Grants range from €1,000 to €5,000, enabling not-for-profits, healthcare professionals, and community groups to organize impactful projects that focus on prevention, early intervention, and healthy habits…[more]
Nominations open for International Children’s Peace Prize 2026
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026
The International Children’s Peace Prize honors a young changemaker aged 12–17 who has achieved tangible impact in advancing children’s rights. The 2026 prize offers global recognition, education support, and up to €50,000 for the winner’s project…[more]
Call for Submissions: Penn IUR Global Photo Contest
Deadline: 15-Apr-2026
The Penn Institute for Urban Research is inviting global photographers and visual storytellers to enter the 10th annual Sharing and Caring Cities Photo Contest, celebrating collective urban life. Participants submit original photos or short videos (≤1 minute) that capture moments of community, collaboration, and care in cities worldwide…[more]
Call for Proposals to Strengthen Migration Governance and Migrants’ Rights
Deadline: 04-May-2026
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) Mission in Nigeria has launched a Call for Proposals under the FMM West Africa II programme to promote free movement, migrant protection, and regional integration in the ECOWAS region. Eight projects will be funded with budgets ranging from EUR 50,000 to EUR 100,000, covering up to 100% of eligible costs. Eligible applicants include legally registered non-state actors operating in ECOWAS Member States or Mauritania…[more]
Nominations open for Nordic Council Environment Prize 2026
Deadline: 29-Apr-2026
The 2026 Nordic Council Environment Prize recognizes initiatives that educate and empower children and young people to take action on climate change, biodiversity, and sustainable development. Winners receive DKK 300,000 and the “Nordlys” statuette, spotlighting programs that foster environmental responsibility, critical thinking, and democratic participation…[more]
RFAs: AFAC’s Creative and Critical Writings Grant Program
Deadline: 02-Apr-2026
The Arab Fund for Arts and Culture (AFAC) Creative and Critical Writings Grant Program provides funding to support creative, critical, and cultural writing projects connected to the Arab region. Grants support individuals, teams, collectives, and institutions working in literature, research, digital publishing, and artistic writing. The program emphasizes high-quality cultural production, fair selection, and transparent evaluation…[more]
Abdul Hameed Shoman Award for Children’s Literature
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026
The Abdul Hameed Shoman Foundation invites Arab writers to submit original Arabic literary works for children aged 6–8, focusing on early school experiences such as embarrassment and bullying. Winners receive publication, prize money, and recognition, promoting high-quality children’s literature that supports imagination, emotional development, and cultural identity…[more]
Funding Available for Language and Culture Projects for Youths
Deadline: 08-Apr-2026
The Volt Programme supports children and young people up to age 25 in Nordic countries to engage in language, arts, and culture projects. Funding up to €35,000 enables creative exchanges, cross-country collaboration, and projects that foster dialogue on Nordic languages, arts, and cultural heritage…[more]
RFAs: Child Friendly Cities Initiative – Situational Analysis Support (Malaysia)
Deadline: 26-Mar-2026
The Child Friendly Cities Initiative (CFCI) supports Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) in conducting a situational analysis and developing a costed action plan to enhance children’s rights and wellbeing. The initiative focuses on evidence-based planning, equity-focused policy development, and the establishment of a baseline to monitor progress toward recognition as a UNICEF Child Friendly City. The assignment is expected to take approximately ten months…[more]
Call for EOIs: Support Community-Led Child Health and Behavior Change in Sudan
Deadline: 04-Apr-2026
UNICEF is inviting applications to support its Social and Behavior Change (SBC) programme in Sudan, aimed at improving child health, nutrition, protection, and early learning. The initiative uses community engagement, behavioral science, and cross-sectoral strategies to foster sustainable social change, particularly for women, children, adolescents, and marginalized populations…[more]
Call for Expression of Interest: Strengthening MIYCN and Salt Iodization (Philippines)
Deadline: 24-Mar-2026
The Philippines Government, in partnership with UNICEF and other stakeholders, is implementing a comprehensive program to tackle malnutrition and micronutrient deficiencies among children and women. With a PHP 11,000,000 budget, the initiative targets maternal, infant, and young child nutrition (MIYCN), capacity building for health and agriculture workers, promotion of diet diversity, and enforcement of salt iodization policies to improve child growth, cognitive development, and long-term health outcomes…[more]
Call for EOIs: Standby CSO Partners for UNICEF South Area Health Programme (Sudan)
Deadline: 04-Apr-2026
UNICEF Sudan is creating a standby pool of Civil Society Organization (CSO) partners to support its Health Programme in the South Area Field Offices from June 2026 to December 2027. Selected organizations will help deliver maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health services, immunization programs, HIV/AIDS interventions, and emergency health responses in underserved states of Sudan…[more]
CFPs: Promotion of Women’s, Girl’s and Children’s Rights in Tanzania 2026
Deadline: 06-Apr-2026
The Women Fund Tanzania (WFT Trust) invites applications for grants under the Renewed Women’s Voices and Leadership Project (RWVL-T) to advance the rights of women, girls, and children. Funding supports leadership, advocacy, movement building, economic and environmental justice, and reproductive health initiatives led by women’s rights and young feminist organisations in Tanzania…[more]
Apply Now: Child Nutrition and Health Services Initiative in Sudan
Deadline: 04-Apr-2026
UNICEF is seeking applications to deliver lifesaving treatment and integrated services for children with severe acute malnutrition in Sudan. The programme focuses on nutrition interventions, early detection, and multi-sectoral support, including health, WASH, and social protection. Targeted areas include Darfur, Kordofan, Blue Nile, White Nile, and Sennar, prioritizing the most vulnerable and hard-to-reach communities…[more]
Grant to Improve Child Wellbeing and Community Health (Kenya)
Deadline: 03-Apr-2026
UNICEF is accepting grant applications to empower faith actors and religious leaders in promoting child rights, health, and wellbeing. The program supports advocacy, community engagement, and harmful-practice prevention across Africa and Asia, integrating the FPCC Mind-Heart Dialogue and faith-based tools to strengthen child protection and wellbeing…[more]
Call for Eligible Standby CSO Partners for Child Protection Programme (Sudan)
Deadline: 04-Apr-2026
UNICEF is inviting expressions of interest from civil society organizations (CSOs) to join its Child Protection Programme in Sudan’s South Area, covering West Kordofan, White Nile, Sennar, Blue Nile, South Kordofan, and North Kordofan. The programme focuses on child protection, gender-based violence (GBV), and emergency response, aiming to provide life-saving services and strengthen community-based protection mechanisms in conflict-affected regions…[more]
Call for Standby CSO Partners to Support Education Programmes in Sudan
Deadline: 04-Apr-2026
UNICEF Sudan is seeking civil society organizations (CSOs) to join a pool of standby partners supporting education initiatives in conflict-affected regions. The program focuses on early childhood development, education in emergencies, adolescent skills, out-of-school education, and learning outcomes, aiming to benefit 125,000 children, 3,000 teachers, and 1,500 schools across South Area Field Offices. Partners will help ensure access to safe, inclusive, and quality education despite the ongoing humanitarian crisis…[more]
UNICEF Seeks Partners for Emergency Preparedness and Response in Ecuador
Deadline: 29-Mar-2026
UNICEF Ecuador is inviting qualified organizations to join its roster of partners for emergency preparedness and humanitarian response. The initiative focuses on health, nutrition, education, child protection, WASH, and gender-based violence in disaster-prone provinces. Selected partners will implement contingency programs to support vulnerable populations affected by emergencies…[more]
Submissions open for the Rohini Nayyar Prize 2026 (India)
Deadline: 31-May-2026
The Rohini Nayyar Prize honours individuals or small teams making outstanding contributions to rural development in India, spanning sectors such as agriculture, climate action, education, health, women’s empowerment, and enterprise. Applicants are evaluated on innovation, sustained impact, and transformative outcomes, with eligibility for those up to 40 years old and at least five years of professional experience…[more]
UNICEF Launches Open Call for Nutrition Programme 2026–2030 (Uganda)
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026
UNICEF invites expressions of interest for the Government of Uganda (GoU)-UNICEF Nutrition Programme 2026–2030. The programme focuses on improving child, adolescent, and maternal nutrition, preventing and treating malnutrition, and strengthening nutrition systems across Uganda, with particular attention to vulnerable populations…[more]
Creative Schools Initiative Supporting Arts and Creativity in Education (Ireland)
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026
The Creative Schools initiative supports eligible schools and Youthreach centres to embed arts and creativity into everyday learning over a structured two-year programme. Participating schools receive up to €4,000 and work with a dedicated Creative Associate to develop a tailored Creative Schools Plan. Eligible applicants include Department of Education–recognised primary, post-primary, Special Schools, and Youthreach centres that have not previously participated…[more]
Apply Now: Teach for Nigeria Fellowship Program
Deadline: 30-Mar-2026
The Teach For Nigeria Fellowship Program recruits passionate Nigerians to teach and lead change in underserved communities through a structured, two-year fellowship. The program offers two pathways—the Young Graduate Pathway and the Existing Teacher Pathway—each with clear eligibility criteria and a rigorous selection process…[more]
Grants for Translating Swedish Literature and Drama into Nordic Languages
Deadline: 23-Apr-2026
The Translation of Swedish Literature and Drama Grant supports the translation and international circulation of high-quality Swedish literature and drama into other languages. Managed by the Swedish Arts Council, the programme prioritizes literary quality, Nordic language exchange, children’s literature, and lesser-used languages, with applications accepted year-round and assessed three times annually…[more]
Apply for Lauritzen Fonden Grant Programme (Denmark)
Deadline: 26-Apr-2026
The Lauritzen Fonden Grant Programme supports projects that help vulnerable children access education and employment, while promoting well-being and safe environments. Grants prioritize initiatives aligned with the foundation’s charter, including social work, culture, shipping, humanitarian efforts, and education. Applicants must have a family connection to the Lauritzen Group, and projects are evaluated for sustainability, alignment with foundation values, and long-term impact…[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]
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]
Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects in Bangladesh
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026
The Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGHSP) provides funding to local NGOs and public organizations to implement small-scale, community-focused initiatives addressing essential social and economic needs. With grants up to 20 million Japanese Yen, the program supports projects in health, education, poverty alleviation, disaster risk reduction, and more, promoting human security and resilience in vulnerable communities…[more]
CFAs: Sophie and Karl Binding Foundation Grant Program in Switzerland
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026
The Binding Foundation is a Swiss-based national donor foundation that funds and engages in long-term projects across environmental, social, and cultural sectors. Grants typically range from CHF 3,000 to CHF 100,000 per project per year, supporting initiatives in biodiversity, social cohesion, cultural heritage, arts, and artist development…[more]
Quality Improvement Grants to Enhance Migraine Care and Early Diagnosis (Japan)
Deadline: 15-Jun-2026
The Japanese Headache Society, in partnership with Pfizer, is offering grants to support projects that improve migraine care through early diagnosis, appropriate treatment, and behavioral change. The initiative focuses on patient education, healthcare professional training, and workplace and school programs, aiming to strengthen coordination between specialists and non-specialists. Grants of up to 1.2 million JPY are available for projects running up to two years…[more]
Open Call: Children and Young People’s Arts Residency (Ireland)
Deadline: 02-Apr-2026
The Children and Young People’s Arts Residency in Ireland supports artists and arts organisations to collaborate with higher-education institutions for an academic year-long residency in teacher education or early childhood education programs. The scheme promotes creative engagement, professional development for artists, and hands-on arts learning experiences for future teachers and early-years educators…[more]
Funding Opportunities for CSOs Advancing Democracy and Human Rights (Panama)
Deadline: 05-Jun-2026
The European Commission invites applications for grants to strengthen civil society organizations (CSOs) and human rights defenders as independent actors in governance, democracy, and sustainable development. Funding of EUR 1,400,000 is available across two lots, supporting projects that promote inclusive participation, transparency, biodiversity protection, energy transition, and youth and gender inclusion. Projects must demonstrate measurable impact and capacity building at local, national, or thematic levels…[more]
CFPs: Education and Awareness Grant Program (Denmark)
Deadline: 14-Apr-2026
The LEO Foundation Education and Awareness Grant supports projects in Denmark that promote interest in science, STEM education, and public knowledge of skin health and diseases. Grants fund activities that strengthen the pipeline of future researchers, disseminate research-based knowledge, and raise awareness among children, young people, and the wider public. Applications must have a clear philanthropic purpose, involve a host organization, and comply with funding timelines and eligibility criteria…[more]
Arts in Early Learning and Childcare Scheme for Young Children (Ireland)
Deadline: 02-Apr-2026
The Arts in Early Learning and Childcare Scheme 2026 supports artists and arts organisations to collaborate with early learning and childcare services, creating opportunities for babies and young children to explore and engage with the arts. Grants of up to €40,000 are available for projects promoting inclusion, collaborative practice, and creative learning…[more]
Apply Now: Helpusadopt.org Adoption Grant Program (US)
Deadline: 02-May-2026
The Helpusadopt.org Adoption Grant Program provides need-based funding to help individuals and couples cover adoption-related costs. Grants range from $1,000 to $30,000 and are paid directly to licensed adoption agencies or lawyers, supporting families across the United States in making adoption more accessible and affordable…[more]
Sandbox Mutual Insurance’s Communities At Play Program (Canada)
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026
The Sandbox Mutual Insurance Communities At Play Program provides funding to build or renovate community playgrounds in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. Each year, five selected organizations receive $25,000 to create safe, inclusive, and educational play spaces that benefit children and local communities. Eligible applicants include registered charities and nonprofit organizations capable of managing capital playground projects completed in 2026…[more]
Submit Applications for Cynthia Collier Memorial Grant (New Zealand)
Deadline: 30-Apr-2026
The Cynthia Collier Memorial Grant provides up to $5,000 to support community-focused projects in New Zealand, emphasizing initiatives that benefit children, the elderly, community development, conservation, counselling, and education. The grant honors the legacy of Cynthia Collier by funding impactful programs that strengthen rural and local communities…[more]
Youth Music Trailblazer Fund for Young People (United Kingdom)
Deadline: 10-Apr-2026
The Youth Music Trailblazer Fund supports UK-based organisations to create, test, or sustain music projects for children and young people aged 25 or under. Grants range from £2,000 to £30,000, with projects lasting 6 to 24 months, and the fund prioritises innovation, inclusion, safeguarding, and long-term impact…[more]
Child Protection Week Grants to Support Community-Led Events (Australia)
Deadline: 15-May-2026
The Child Protection Week Grants support community-led initiatives in Queensland that promote child safety, strengthen community engagement, and raise awareness of child protection issues. Grants fund events and activities that encourage family participation, collaboration among local organisations, and culturally inclusive programs for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities…[more]
