[October 2025]
These grants provide vital support to individuals, organizations and communities dedicated to promoting peace, resolving conflicts and reducing violence on a global scale. They fund innovative projects that encourage dialogue, justice and sustainable development through non-violent approaches. By offering financial resources and international recognition, these opportunities empower changemakers to build safer, more inclusive societies and inspire lasting positive impact worldwide.
Call for Entries: AIPH World Green City Awards 2026
Deadline: 15-Oct-25
The International Association of Horticultural Producers is calling for entries for the World Green City Awards for cities where plants and nature are the core focus…[more]
Course on Essential Services Package for Women and Girls Subject to Violence
Deadline: Ongoing
Submissions are now open for the course to provide an overview of the Essential Services Package for Women and Girls Subject to Violence: Core Elements and Quality Guidelines launched in 2015 by UN Women, UNFPA, WHO, UNDP and UNODC…[more]
UN Women Course on Violence Against Women Migrant Workers
Deadline:Ongoing Opportunity
The UN Women is currently accepting applications for the course to strengthen multi-sectoral coordinated quality services to respond to violence against women migrant workers…[more]
UN Women’s I Know Gender 7: Gender Equality in the World of Work Program
Deadline: Ongoing
UN Women is inviting applicants to apply for the I Know Gender 7: Gender Equality in the World of Work Program…[more]
Young Civil Societies for Democracy Funding Program
Deadline: 15-Oct-2025
The Foundation Remembrance, Responsibility and Future (EVZ Foundation) has introduced a new funding program, Young Civil Societies for Democracy, under the “Education drives the future” cluster. This program supports international youth education projects led by organizations in Germany, Georgia, Poland, the Czech Republic, Ukraine, and Belarusian exile communities…[more]
“Western Balkans Meet Japan” Youth Exchange Program
Deadline: 10 July 2024
Are you intrigued by Japanese culture? Would you like to immerse yourself in a 7-day cultural experience that lets you delve deeper into it? The good news awaits you. Apply for “Western Balkans Meet Japan” Youth Exchange Program…[more]
Short-Term Grants for Women’s Leadership in Peace Processes
Deadline: 31-Dec-2025
The Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) Rapid Response Window (RRW) is accepting concept notes from eligible applicants in countries with active peace processes…[more]
Rapid Response Funding: Direct Support Stream
Deadline: 31-Dec-2025
The Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) Direct Support Stream is accepting concept notes from eligible applicants in countries with active peace processes…[more]
NATO and the Future of Global Security and Peace Program
Deadline: 14-Nov-2025
The One Young World has launched its NATO and the Future of Global Security and Peace Program focused on critical global security and peace challenges…[more]
Advancing Autonomous Systems and Robotics for High-risk Disaster Response in Conflict-afflicted Crisis Zones
Deadline: 12 November 2025
The European Commission is inviting applications for its Advancing Autonomous Systems and Robotics for High-risk Disaster Response, Strengthening Disaster Resilience in Conflict-afflicted Crisis Zones Initiative…[more]
CFAs: Humanitarian Demining/Unexploded Ordnance Disposal (UXO) of Civil Areas and Unexploded Ordnance Risk Education
Deadline: 12 November 2025
The European Commission is inviting submissions for the Humanitarian Demining/Unexploded Ordnance Disposal (UXO) of Civil Areas and Unexploded Ordnance Risk Education topic…[more]
CFPs: East and Southern African Regional Hub for Research and Policy on Climate Change and Health
Deadline: 15-Oct-2025
The Amref Health Africa invite bold, innovative proposals from research institutions and multi-stakeholder consortia ready to deliver transformative research on the climate-health nexus in Eastern and Southern Africa…[more]
CFAs: Investing in Civil Society Leadership to End Violence against Women
Deadline: 19-Nov-2025
The UN Trust Fund has launched a new Call for Proposals to provide four-year grants, offering both core and flexible funds, to civil society organizations working to end violence against women and girls…[more]
Artificial Intelligence and Digitalization for Gender Equality and Inclusion Programme
Deadline: 07-Oct-2025
The IDB Group initiative, GDLab, has launched a new call for proposals on “Artificial Intelligence and Digitalization for Gender Equality and Inclusion” co-funded with CAF – Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean…[more]
Grants for empowering Civil Society Organizations in Mauritius and Seychelles
Deadline: 21-Oct-2025
The European Commission has launched a call for proposals titled “Empowering Civil Society Organizations in the Republic of Mauritius and the Republic of Seychelles to Address Drug Abuse, Violence (against children and women) and Coastal Erosion and Biodiversity Loss”…[more]
CFPs: Fighting Discrimination against LGBTIQ People and Promoting LGBTIQ Equality
Deadline: 23-Oct-2025
The European Commission is now accepting proposals under the Citizens, Equality, Rights and Value Programme (CERV) to promote equality and combat racism, xenophobia, and all other forms of discrimination. This initiative specifically welcomes projects that address challenges faced by LGBTIQ individuals, especially in areas where they experience significant disadvantage such as education, healthcare, and housing…[more]
Rapid Response Fund to tackle HIV-related Human Rights Challenges
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity
Frontline AIDS has launched the applications for the Rapid Response Fund to support marginalised communities to tackle HIV-related human rights challenges…[more]
Call for Proposals in Sudan to support Civil Society Organizations
Deadline: 21-Oct-2025
The Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) has launched a new call for proposals to support local civil society organizations (CSOs) in Sudan, with a focus on advancing women’s participation and leadership in humanitarian crisis planning and response, as well as ensuring the safety, security, and mental health of women and girls in conflict and humanitarian contexts…[more]
Grants for Local Women and Young Women’s Rights CSOs in Syria
Deadline: 20-Oct-2025
The Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) has launched a new call for proposals to support women and young women’s rights organizations in Syria…[more]
RFAs: Peaceful Coexistence and Social Inclusion for Afghan Refugees and Host Communities in Pakistan
Deadline: 15-Oct-2025
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), through its Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (ROAP), has launched a Call for Proposals for not-for-profit organizations, including national and international NGOs, to collaborate on the project “Harmonizing Afghan Refugees and Host Communities in Urban Slums in Pakistan for Peaceful Coexistence and Social, Gender-Positive Inclusiveness”…[more]
RFAs: Support Program for Implementing Chad’s National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security
Deadline: 11-Nov-2025
The European Commission has launched a call for proposals under Action 62445, aimed at advancing the implementation of Chad’s National Action Plan for Resolution 1325 – Women, Peace and Security…[more]
CFAs: Humanitarian Aid Initiative for Displaced and Returnee Communities in Iraq
Deadline: 02-Nov-2025
The Amman Office of the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS) has launched a Call for Proposals to support the emergency initiative “Humanitarian aid initiative to support the vulnerable displaced and returned population and the host community in Iraq.”..[more]
Call for Nominations: Ignite Awards for Human Rights (Philippines)
Deadline: 30-Nov-2025
Amnesty International Philippines has launched the Ignite Awards for Human Rights, the first award-giving body in the country that is solely dedicated to honoring Human Rights Defenders. This initiative aims to recognize individuals and organizations whose work has significantly impacted human rights by changing lives, influencing policies, encouraging activism, and demanding accountability…[more]
Apply Now: Community-Based Protection for Refugees and Returnees (Burundi)
Deadline: 10-Oct-2025
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees has launched a comprehensive protection initiative across ten provinces of Burundi, including Muyinga, Bubanza, Rumonge, Makamba, Ngozi, Cibitoke, Bujumbura Mairie, Rutana, Cankuzo, and Ruyigi…[more]
Emergency Support Initiative for Conflict-Affected Communities in Sudan
Deadline: 06-Oct-2025
The Italian Agency for Development Cooperation is seeking applications for its Emergency Initiative to support the populations of Sudan affected by the conflict in order to guarantee essential life-saving services…[more]
Call for EOIs: Expanding Child Protection Services for Vulnerable Refugee, Migrant and Turkish Children
Deadline: 08-Oct-2025
The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund has launched a new initiative in Turkey with a focus on strengthening child protection and addressing gender-based violence (GBV), while also tackling the persistent issue of child labour…[more]
Grants for addressing Gender-based Violence among Refugees in Malaysia
Deadline: 20-Oct-2025
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees is supporting a critical initiative across multiple regions of Malaysia—including Johor, Kelantan, Terengganu, Pulau Pinang, Perlis, Perak, Kuala Lumpur, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Kedah, and Selangor—aimed at strengthening gender-based violence (GBV) prevention, risk mitigation, and response…[more]
Open Call: Feminist Events dedicated to Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (Armenia)
Deadline: 1-Nov-25
The Women’s Fund Armenia is inviting applications to support feminist gatherings and a wide range of events and actions dedicated to feminist goals, community empowerment, and inspiring change…[more]