International Donors giving Small Grants to NGOs and Grassroots Projects

(August 2019)

Funds to support Groups Led by LGBTQI Communities working for Progressive Social Change
Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice is seeking applications for its International Fund to support groups led by LGBTQI communities working for progressive social change, addressing oppression based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity and expression, and advancing work for racial, economic and gender justice…[more]

Hilden Charitable Fund is now open for Applications
The Hilden Charitable Fund is seeking applications to award grants to projects both in the UK and in developing countries with an aim to address disadvantages, notably by supporting causes which are less likely to raise funds from public subscriptions…[more]

ISTAT Foundation seeking Applications for Humanitarian Aid Program
The International Society of Transport Aircraft Trading Foundation (ISTAT Foundation) is seeking applications for its Humanitarian Aid Program to support supports humanitarian causes that use the power of aviation to help save lives, promote human welfare and alleviate suffering…[more]

The Alongside Wildlife Foundation announces 2019 Request for Proposals
The Alongside Wildlife Foundation has announced a Request for Proposals specifically for projects that are led by or will increase involvement of minorities and members of marginalized groups in wildlife conservation…[more]

PlanetRomeo Foundation’s Grants to Improve the Position of LGBTI People throughout the World
PlanetRomeo Foundation is currently accepting applications for its grants program to provide funding up to € 5,000 to grassroots emerging LGBTI projects and initiatives…[more]

Feminist Review Trust providing grants to Transform the Lives of Women
The Feminist Review Trust is inviting applications from eligible entities for women’s projects in the UK and internationally…[more]

National Geographic Society announces Early Career Grants
The National Geographic Society’s Early Career Grants which are designed to offer less experienced individuals an opportunity to lead a project…[more]

The Maypole Fund accepting Applications from Women Only
The Maypole Fund is accepting applications from women only with an aim to resource imaginative, non-violent activities by feminist anti-militarist women whether individual women or women only groups to proactively challenge patriarchy…[more]

Daniele Tamagni Grant for Young and Emerging Photographers
Applications are now open for Daniele Tamagni Grant which is an international photography grant designed to sponsor young and emerging Photographers, funding a Scholarship…[more]

The Whitley Wildlife Conservation Trust Awarding Grants to both UK & Overseas Projects
The Whitley Wildlife Conservation Trust (WWCT) is currently inviting applicants for its 2019 grant program for individuals undertaking nature conservation projects. Projects may involve practical habitat or species management, research, training, education, awareness raising or campaigning…[more]

National Geographic Society’s Exploration Grant Program Now Open
The National Geographic Society is inviting proposals from an experienced project leader in the areas of conservation, education, research, storytelling, and technology for its Exploration Grant Program…[more]

Get a Chance to Explore planned Project with ZIS Foundation Travel Grant
Do you want to discover the world? if yes, then ZIS Foundation Travel grant is the right choice…[more]

Tree Fund announces Jack Kimmel International Grant Program
The Tree Fund has announced a Jack Kimmel International Grant Program to provide much needed funding to arboriculture and urban forestry researchers all over the world…[more]

Seed Funding Grants of up to USD $25,000 for Youth-led NGOs around the world
The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) is currently inviting youth-led organizations to apply for the Youth Solidarity Fund (YSF)…[more]

The Conservation, Food and Health Foundation to Improve the Production and Distribution of Food
The Conservation, Food and Health Foundation is seeking applications to protect natural resources, improve the production and distribution of food, and promote public health in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East…[more]

The Jana Robeyst Trust Fund in the Sub-Saharan Africa
The Jana Robeyst Trust Fund (JRTF) is seeking applications for its “Small Conservation Grants” to provide financial resources to early career scientists/conservationists and non-profit organizations to carry out vital field conservation and research work in Africa…[more]

Open Call for LGBTIQ+ Advocacy Grants in the MENA Region
Grindr for Equality (G4E) has announced an open call for LGBTIQ+ advocacy grants in the Middle East-North Africa (Arabic speaking countries)…[more]

ECCAR Call for Proposals 2019: Countering Violent Extremisms and Fostering Inclusion, Diversity and Tolerance
The European Coalition of Cities Against Racism (ECCAR) has announced the second edition of the 2019 call for proposals…[more]

U.S. Embassy Suva announces Public Diplomacy Small Grant Program
The Public Diplomacy Section at the U.S. Embassy Suva has announced a Public Diplomacy Small Grant Program…[more]

McLain Association for Children’s Small Grant Program
Recognizing that the most meaningful efforts often come from within the community, McLain Association for Children, Inc. is accepting applications for its Small Grant program to identify those that are already out there doing good work and assist them to accomplish even more…[more]

Jewish Helping Hands launches 2020 Tikkun Olam Grant Program
Jewish Helping Hands has launched its 2020 Tikkun Olam Grant Program to advance their goal of inspiring and supporting tzedakah, justice and righteousness, throughout the world…[more]

International Labour Organization launches Call for Research Proposals on Labour Markets and Resilience in the Caribbean
The International Labour Organization (ILO) Office for the Caribbean, in collaboration with Sir Arthur Lewis Institute of Social and Economic Studies, UWI, St. Augustine Campus and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), is launching a call for research proposals on labour markets and resilience…[more]

Ecumenical Women’s Initiative inviting Proposals on Peace and Human Rights of Women
The Ecumenical Women’s Initiative (EWI) is now open its call to support women and girls working in civil society organisations, as well as women theologians…[more]

Applications Open for 2019 Actors of Urban Change Program
Do you have an idea to change your city? Do you want to work together with partners from different sectors and disciplines? Would you like to learn from, exchange with and be inspired by changemakers from other European cities? If Yes, then apply now to become an Actor of Urban Change…[more]

Country Specific

Armenia – U.S. Embassy in Armenia announces Small Grants Program

Australia:

Botswana – U.S. Embassy Botswana announces “Stronger Together: Health, Prosperity, and Security” Program

Burkina Faso – U.S. Embassy in Burkina Faso announces Ambassador Self-Help Program

Cambodia – U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh announces “Strengthening our Two-Country Friendship through Arts” Project

Colombia – U.S. Embassy Bogota Small Grants Program inviting Colombian Not-for-profit Organizations

Central African Republic – Small Grants for Interreligious Projects in the Central African Republic

Eswatini – U.S. Embassy in Eswatini seeking Applications for Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Programme

Holy See – U.S. Embassy to the Holy See announces 2019 Small Grants Program

Jamaica – U.S. Embassy, Kingston Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program

India – U.S. Embassy New Delhi PAS: Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program