[December 2022]
Techstars: Web3 Accelerator Program for Startups
Deadline: 1-Feb-23
Techstars is accepting applications for the Web3 Accelerator Program that works with entrepreneurs building in web3 and enabling the next wave of growth in the decentralized internet and in tokenized economies…[more]
Green Tech Fund: Awarding £100,000 to four Start-ups
Deadline: 15-Jan-23
Simmons & Simmons is looking for emerging climatetech and cleantech organisations to apply for GreenTech Fund to share £100,000 worth of legal advice tailored to the specific needs of each organisation…[more]
Ro PLASTIC Prize: An International Prize for Innovators, Entrepreneurs and Startups
Deadline: 23-Jan-23
The Ro Plastic Prize is now open for applications to inspire the international creative community to explore a new philosophy of design and production using innovative materials that derive from re-Waste, and to discover the infinite possibilities for its transformation. In the first two editions, the project focuses on plastic waste only, to later expand to include other kinds of materials…[more]
SET Award: Apply Now to Become One of the 15 Top Energy Start-Ups of 2023!
Deadline: 16-Jan-23
Nominations are now open for the Start Up Energy Transition Award (SET) 2023, an international competition for start-ups worldwide who are working on ideas affecting the global energy transition and climate change…[more]
MassChallenge Sustainable Food Solutions Challenge for Startups
Deadline: 6-Jan-23
MassChallenge is looking for startups or organizations that have solutions and a proven technology in the area of Sustainable Food & Feed Solutions, Sustainable Supply Chain & Manufacturing, Sustainable Packaging, and Agri Tech that together with our corporate partners can reduce their CO2 emissions and feed the forecasted 9.8 billion population sustainably on the planet in 2050…[more]
GROW Impact Accelerator – Cohort 4
Deadline: 30-Jan-23
Entries are now open for the Cohort 4 of the GROW Impact Accelerator Program…[more]
Sustainability Open Innovation Challenge 2022
Deadline: 31-Jan-23
Sustainability Open Innovation Challenge 2022 launched by Enterprise Singapore, aims to bring together industry partners and creative innovators to co-develop sustainable solutions in key areas such as sustainable materials, packaging, zero-waste and many more…[more]
The McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism (Grants up to $15K)
Deadline: 31-Mar-23
Are you a journalist with a great idea for a high-impact story that “Follows the Money,” but few resources to get it done? The McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism would like to hear from you…[more]
12th Edition of RightsCon Costa Rica Call for Proposals Now Open!
Deadline: 12-Jan-23
Are you ready to share your work at RightsCon Costa Rica and help shape the digital future? If yes, then apply for the 12th Edition of RightsCon Costa Rica Call for Proposals…[more]
10,000 Women Growth Fellowship
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity
Applications are now open for the 10,000 Women Growth Fellowship. This exciting opportunity will include an intensive program of events held over three days, followed by a four-month mentoring program, for 10,000 Women graduates from all over the world…[more]
Wise Guys XR Accelerator Program: Grow your startup and get funding
Deadline: 12-Jan-23
Startup Wise Guys is seeking applications for its XR Accelerator Program which is designed to equip startups that help to build the meta world with everything they need — to grow, reach maximum potential, and stay for the long haul…[more]
3rd Call for Proposals: Business Development and Innovation Programme
Deadline: 31-Jan-23
The EEA and Norway Grants by Innovation Norway is seeking Proposals for Business Development and Innovation Programme that will finance business growth and scale-up of activities in existing companies. There is also travel support available…[more]
Call for Proposals: Greening Social Economy SMEs & Entrepreneurs
Deadline: 14-Feb-23
The European Commission (EC) is accepting proposals for Greening Social Economy SMEs and Entrepreneurs in the proximity and social economy ecosystem through transnational co-operation…[more]
Call for Solutions – Sustainable Food Systems
Deadline: 16-Feb-23
Apply now to submit your start up and join the Food Trails momentum for more sustainable, healthy and inclusive Food Systems…[more]
Professional Fellows Program: Governance and Society & Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Deadline: 31-Jan-23
The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs is accepting applications for its Professional Fellows Program (PFP): Governance and Society & Innovation and Entrepreneurship…[more]
Nominations Open for the Margaret 2022 Award
Deadline: 9-Jan-23
JFD is pleased to announce the Les Margaret Awards…[more]
Sanabil 500 MENA Seed Accelerator Program (USD $100,000+ for selected startups)
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity
500 Global is looking for the next generation of talented entrepreneurs in MENA through this accelerator program designed for tech startups with early traction…[more]
AirAsia Foundation Grant for Social Enterprises
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity
The AirAsia Foundation has announced the applications for its grant to help social enterprises scale up as a way of empowering communities and enabling them to build sustainable livelihoods…[more]
Making More Health Accelerator Program 2023: Receive Financial and Investor access Support
Deadline: 13-Jan-23
Applicants are invited to submit their applications for the Making More Health Business Accelerator Program, a structured business growth program targeted at social entrepreneurs with innovative solutions in the health sector. The program offers two engagement phases…[more]
Call for Proposals: Innovation Fund Large Scale Projects
Deadline: 16-Mar-23
The European Commission (EC) has launched the proposals for Innovation Fund Large Scale Projects…[more]
Visa Accelerator Program 2023 for Startups across the Asia Pacific Region
Deadline: 10-Jan-23
The Visa Accelerator Program is now open for applications to help startups unlock their growth potential and scale across the Asia Pacific region, by collaborating on joint solutions that address the biggest opportunities in digital payments…[more]
Apply for the Africa’s First Assistive Technology Accelerator
Deadline: 5-Jan-23
Innovate Now has launched a Call for applications for innovators across the African continent who are dedicated to developing digital assistive technologies and services designed to assist persons with disabilities in Africa…[more]
Call for Proposals: Climate Innovations and Green Agricultural Entrepreneurship in West Africa
Deadline: 15-Jan-23
Within the context of the NEXUS project, the Institut de la Francophonie pour le développement durable (IFDD), a subsidiary body of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie (OIF), in partnership with the OIF Representation for West Africa (REPAO), and with the support of the Government of Quebec, is launching a call for proposals on Climate Innovations and Green Agricultural Entrepreneurship in West Africa…[more]
Open Call: Innovative Tools and Business Models
Deadline: 24-Jan-23
The European Commission (EC) is calling for proposals for Innovative Tools and Business Models to strengthen the competitiveness, scalability and sustainability of the European players, as well as to improve the visibility and availability of European works and increase audiences in the digital environment…[more]
GrowthAfrica Accelerator Opens for 2023 Cohort Applications: Receive Investment Support
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity
Are you an ambitious and committed entrepreneur from Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, Zambia or Ghana with the potential to grow and create impact through their businesses? Then this Accelerator program is for you…[more]
The Bridge International: Crowdfunding Opportunity for Business
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity
Are you running a business in developing countries? Are you a passionate entrepreneur hoping to change the world into a better place? The Bridge International (TBI) calls on all change makers who aim to bring changes to the world through their business!…[more]
Startup Loft Accelerator Program
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity
The Amazon Web Services (AWS) is accepting applications for the Startup Loft Accelerator program, an equity-free program focused on supporting early stage startups in Europe, Middle East and Africa with technology, product development, go-to-market advice and getting you funding ready…[more]
Apply to The Baobab Network in Africa
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity
The Baobab Network works with early-stage tech start-ups across Africa. What does that mean? If your solution creates or relies on technology to solve a problem, has an MVP and a bit of traction you are welcome to apply…[more]
India: Cleantech Acceleration Program
Deadline: 10-Jan-23
Are you a CleanTech entrepreneur working to address challenges in the environment? India’s fastest growing accelerator, Marwari Catalysts is inviting applications for accelerating CleanTech startups. To get a head start, Apply now to the CleanTech Accelerator Program…[more]
USDA: Rural Business Development Grants in the US
Deadline: 28-Feb-23
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has launched the Rural Business Development Grants program…[more]
Business Growth and Resilience Fund in the UK
Deadline: 6-Jan-23
The Stirling Council Business Growth and Resilience Fund is open to all micro and small to medium sized enterprises in the Stirling Council area…[more]
U.S. Ambassador’s Special Self Help Small Grants Program in Zambia
Deadline: 28-Feb-23
The U.S. Embassy in Zambia is pleased to announce the applications for Special Self-Help Small Grants Program to provide small-scale assistance directly to Zambian community-based organizations as part of an ongoing commitment by the U.S. government to support Zambian-driven development activities at the local level…[more]
Fresh Start Business Grant in the US
Deadline: 31-Dec-22
Are you an aspiring entrepreneur looking to start or grow your business? This grant is for you!…[more]
Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program – Bolivia
Deadline: 31-Aug-23
The U.S. Embassy La Paz, Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program…[more]
Trade and Connectivity Challenge: 4th Edition’s Industry Briefing (Singapore)
Deadline: 1-Mar-23
Enterprise Singapore is excited to announce that TCC is back for the 4th edition! This edition aims to drive partnerships between corporates and startups to co-create solutions that can boost digital transformation in the trade and connectivity sectors…[more]
India Open Innovation Challenge: Stand a chance Win Grant of up to SGD20,000
Deadline: 31-Jan-23
The first-ever India Open Innovation Challenge will open doors to one of the largest markets in the world!…[more]
Incubation Program in India: Calling All Early-stage Woman Social Entrepreneurs
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity
Are you solving important problems in innovative and impactful ways? Are you looking for incubation support to build and scale your organisation? If you are an early-stage Woman entrepreneur – founder of a Social Enterprise, UnLtd India has opened applications for its Feb’23 cohort to support Women Social Entrepreneurs under its incubation program…[more]
2023 PETCO Awards in South Africa: Entries are welcome from Small & Large Organisations, Businesses, Community Groups and Individuals
Deadline: 6-Jan-23
The 2023 PETCO Awards are now open for Nominations…[more]
Fulbright Specialist Program 2023 in Croatia
Deadline: 31-Mar-23
Fulbright Specialist Program (FSP) project proposals, hosts can invite U.S. academics and professionals to apply their knowledge and expertise to activities designed by a host university, local nonprofit, government office, or other eligible host institution…[more]
NATEP Helping SMEs Innovate in Aerospace: Autumn 2022 (UK)
Deadline: 11-Jan-23
UK registered SMEs can apply for a share of up to £2.5 million for industrial-led civil aerospace collaborative R&D projects…[more]
U.S. Embassy Harare: PD Annual Program Statement in Zimbabwe
Deadline: 31-Jan-23
The U.S. Embassy Harare Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program…[more]
Business & Community Sport Flood Recovery Grants (Australia)
Deadline: 1-May-23
Applications are now open for the Business and Community Sport Flood Recovery Grants to support small businesses, not-for-profit and community sport and active recreation organisations that have suffered direct loss or damage from the 2022 Victorian floods…[more]
Truist Foundation Fellowship Program: Earn Up to $6,000 in Seed Funding (United States)
Deadline: 15-Jan-23
The Truist Foundation Fellowship, powered by Watson Institute, is a 16-week program that equips entrepreneurs, small business owners, and nonprofit founders with technical training, directly applicable business skills, and financial literacy to increase their positive impact within the communities they support through job creation and economic development…[more]
2023 Business Awards – Canada
Deadline: 18-Jan-23
Nominations are open for the 2023 Business Awards to celebrate the achievements of businesses and business people in Greater Victoria…[more]
Timber Innovation Grants in Australia
Deadline: 30-Jun-23
The Victorian Timber Innovation Grants Program is proving grants for native timber industry businesses to explore, invest and implement opportunities to support their transition under the Victorian Forestry Plan…[more]
Haida Gwaii Staycation Grant in Canada
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity
The Gwaii Trust Society is pleased to announce the applications for Haida Gwaii Staycation Grant to provide financial assistance for Haida Gwaii residents to explore the adventure opportunities to have in the backyard and support open Haida Gwaii tourism businesses…[more]
South West Enterprise Fund (United Kingdom)
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity
The Dorset Community Foundation has announced the South West Enterprise Fund for young people in Dorset who need support with business start up costs that they would otherwise not be able to afford, and particularly those who are not in education, employment or training…[more]
City Partnership Program in Australia
Deadline: 1-Mar-23
The City of Ballarat has launched the applications for City Partnership Program to support community groups, organisations and businesses seeking funding for programs, events, products and services that bring a range of benefits to Ballarat…[more]
Australia: Great Southern Regional Round
Deadline: 13-Jan-23
The Government of Western Australia is accepting applications for Great Southern Regional Round to provide funding support to Western Australian businesses to enhance their capacity, capability and competitiveness to participate as suppliers of products, services and works to state or local government agencies, the Australian Government and the private sector…[more]
Pilbara Regional Round in Australia
Deadline: 20-Jan-23
The Government of Western Australia is seeking applications for Pilbara Regional Round to provide small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with funding support to enhance their capacity, capability and competitiveness to supply major projects and markets in Australia and overseas…[more]
Green Business Support Programme (UK)
Deadline: 30-Jun-23
The Glasgow City Council is pleased to announce the applications for Green Business Support Programme, recognises that reaching net zero and building resilience to climate change is a challenge for businesses…[more]
Apply for Prince Albert Fund! Inviting Highly Motivated Young Professionals in Belgium
Deadline: 10-Jan-23
The Prince Albert Fund offers a grant to young university graduates to manage a one-year business development project outside Europe for a Belgian company…[more]
Challenge Fund with Participation Fund in the UK
Deadline: 31-Dec-22
The Connect Fund, managed by the Barrow Cadbury Trust on behalf of Access – The Foundation for Social Investment has launched its Challenge Fund with Participation Fund…[more]
Calling for EOIs: Peer Networks to Support Market Building in the UK
Deadline: 31-Dec-22
The Connect Fund is really excited to launch the Peer Networks to Support Market Building to improve the social investment (SI) market in England by supporting and strengthening the infrastructure, so it can better meet the needs of charities and social enterprises…[more]
Apply to Join iAccelerate Program
Deadline: 27-Jan-23
Join iAccelerate Program to gain the right tools to achieve your business dreams faster than you could possibly imagine…[more]
Australia: Live and Local Program
Deadline: 1-Jun-23
The City of Charles Sturt is now inviting applications for its Live and Local Program to support local musicians, live music venues and small businesses to host live music experiences across the City…[more]
2023-26 Investment Programme: Transition Programme (UK)
Deadline: 28-Feb-23
The Arts Council England is inviting applications for Transition Programme to provide support for 2022/23 National Portfolio Organisations (and organisations supported through Business Plan funding)…[more]
SMART: SCOTLAND Grants in the UK
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity
Are you a small or medium-sized business seeking to develop a new product, process or service? The SMART: SCOTLAND grant can support technically focused feasibility studies to help discover if your idea will work in the real world…[more]
CO2 Utilisation Challenge in the UK
Deadline: 31-Mar-24
The Scottish Enterprise is now accepting applications for its CO2 Utilisation Challenge to support Research and Development (R&D) to assist companies in developing technology that will lead to new commercial uses for CO2, and the creation of jobs, as part of the journey to a low carbon economy…[more]
Funding Competition: Analysis for Innovators Round 9 – Stage 1 (UK)
Deadline: 4-Jan-23
UK businesses can apply for a share of up to £3 million to resolve productivity and competitiveness issues by working with top scientists and research facilities…[more]
TIDES TBI Incubation Flagship Program (India)
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity
The Technology Innovation & Development of Entrepreneurship Support (TIDES) TBI Incubation Flagship Program is now open for applications…[more]
Small Business Development and Diversification Grants Program in Australia
Deadline: 31-Jan-23
Applications are now open for the Small Business Development and Diversification (SBDD) grants program…[more]
Building Business Grant Program in Canada
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity
The Winnipeg’s Downtown Recovery Strategy is pleased to announce its Building Business Grant Program to support businesses and begins to address these issues, with the following objectives:…[more]
Grants for Economic Advancement for Zimbabwe Creative Industries 2023
Deadline: 31-Jan-23
The Public Diplomacy (PD) section of the U.S. Embassy Zimbabwe under the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for programs for creative entrepreneurs to realize their full economic potential and build connections with their U.S. counterparts…[more]