(January 2020)
Our natural environment is a valuable part of our heritage, and it is our responsibility to protect it. Environmental issues continue to dominate the global agenda of international donor agencies as more and more funding is allocated to address them. These organisations are seeking out strong NGO participation and are actively supporting them with new grants and other resources. In this guide, we have created a list of open opportunities for NGOs that are working for a safe and healthy environment.
Nominate an Organization for the UN’s Highest Environmental Honour “2020 Champions of the Earth Award”
Nominations are now open for the 2020 Champions of the Earth award, the UN’s highest environmental honour, aiming to recognize the contribution of outstanding leaders from government, civil society and the private sector whose actions have had a positive impact on the environment…[more]
UAE based Foundation’s Small Grants Program to conserve the World’s Most Threatened Species
Applications are now open for the Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund that has been established to provide targeted grants to individual species conservation initiatives, recognize leaders in the field and elevate the importance of species in the broader conservation debate…[more]
UNDP Innovation Challenge seeks Innovative Solutions to counter Ocean Pollution
UNDP has launched a new call to action— Ocean Innovation Challenge (OIC) to accelerate progress on SDG 14 targets. The OIC seeks innovations that are transferable, replicable and scalable. Initial concepts may be submitted by public or private entities, including governments, private companies (including start-ups), NGO/CSO, United Nations entities, academic institutions, and intergovernmental organizations. The Challenge grants range from $50,000 to $250,000…[more]
IUCN NL Small Grants for the Purchase of Nature: Call for Proposals for Local Conservation NGOs
The International Union for Conservation of Nature Netherlands (IUCN NL) is inviting applicants for its Small Grants Programme for the Purchase of Nature (SPN).The IUCN NL provides funds for local NGOs to acquire (through purchase or lease) threatened nature, create safe reserves and connect wildlife habitats for endangered species…[more]
$100,000 Grant for promoting Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Use
Nominations are open for the MIDORI Prize for Biodiversity 2020, an international biennial prize which is co-organised by the AEON Environment Foundation and the Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity. The prize aims to raise public awareness about the importance of biodiversity and to contribute to the objectives of the United Nations Decade on Biodiversity 2011 – 2020…[more]
2020 Kellogg-Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investing Challenge (Cash Prizes of $10,000 and $5,000)
Applicants are invited to apply for 2020 Kellogg-Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investing Challenge that harnesses the power of capital markets and student creativity to create positive impact in a world of perpetual resource scarcity and continued population growth…[more]
Common Fund for Commodities: 16th Call for Proposals
The Common Fund for Commodities (CFC) is inviting applicants for support of commodity development activities in its member countries. The CFC provides a range of financial and technical instruments in support or business activities contributing to commodity sector development in Developing Countries…[more]
International Young Eco-Hero Awards 2020 (Cash prize up to $500)
Action For Nature (AFN), a non-profit organization, is seeking nominations for International Young Eco-Hero Awards 2020 to recognize and reward the successful individual environmental initiatives of young people ages 8 to 16. AFN encourages young people around the world to carry out individual environmental action projects…[more]
Wildlife Acoustics’ $5,000 funding to support efforts in Conservation
Wildlife Acoustics is accepting applications for its Scientific Product Grants Program to support efforts in conservation and environmental stewardship. The program enables those involved in animal biology, research and conservation to do their best work easily and quickly…[more]
IKI Small Grants: New Support Programme for Local Small-scale Projects
The German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMU) has commissioned the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) in the context of the project “Capacity Building and Finance for National and Local Action on Climate and Biodiversity” to implement the IKI Small Grants funding scheme. This small grants scheme is part of the BMU’s International Climate Initiative (IKI)…[more]
The 24th Eco-generation Regional Ambassadors: An Environmental Networking Platform for Children and Youth around the world
Eco-generation is seeking applications for the 24th Eco-generation Regional Ambassadors Program to provide exceptional experiences with the opportunities to actively plan, to execute or participate in various environmental awareness programs in each region and country…[more]
InsuResilience Solutions Fund for improving Resilience to Climate Change in Developing Countries (Grants up to 2.5m EUR)
Applicants are invited to submit their concept notes for the 3rd call of InsuResilience Solutions Fund (ISF) to promote the development of innovative and financially sustainable climate risk insurance products in developing and emerging countries. ISF is sponsored by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and KfW Development Bank and implemented by Frankfurt School of Finance and Management (FS)…[more]
National Geographic Society launches RFPs for Recovery of Species on the Brink of Extinction
The National Geographic Society has launched a Request for Proposals for “Recovery of Species on the Brink of Extinction” program to support priorities of IUCN SSC Species Conservation Plans as well as conservation actions that are endorsed by the relevant IUCN SSC Species Specialist Group…[more]
Global Forest Watch seeking Applications for 2020 Small Grants Fund (SGF)
The Global Forest Watch (GFW) is currently accepting applications for its 2020 Small Grants Fund (SGF) to promote broad uptake and effective use of GFW tools and data by civil society organizations around the world. Successful projects translate data into action, applying GFW to overcome challenges in protecting the world’s forests…[more]
Wild Planet Trust offering Grants to Individuals for “African Freshwater Habitats” Projects
Wild Planet Trust is currently seeking applications for African freshwater habitats projects. Projects may involve practical habitat or species management, research, training, education, awareness raising or campaigning…[more]
Small Conservation Grants for Early Career Conservationists and Non-profit Organizations in 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]
Call for Emerging Wildlife Conservation Leaders: 2020 Tusk Conservation Awards (Africa)
Do you know someone who deserves recognition for the amazing conservation work they do in Africa? Have the lives of the people and wildlife of Africa been improved through their leadership? Have they had a significant impact on wildlife population numbers? Do they provide mentorship? Have their ideas been replicated across the continent, or should they be? If the answer is yes to any of these then apply now…[more]
Grants to Support Conservation Programs for Wild Populations of Primates
The Primate Conservation, Incorporated (PCI) has announced a grant program to fund field research that supports conservation programs for wild populations of primates. Priority will be given to projects that study, in their natural habitat, the least known and most endangered species…[more]
WWF’s Professional Development Grants Program (Up to $6,500)
World Wild Fund (WWF) is seeking proposals for its Professional Development Grants (PDGs) to provide support for mid-career conservationists to pursue short-term, non-degree training to upgrade their knowledge and skills. These trainings can include short courses, certificate trainings, or conferences among other training opportunities…[more]
European Climate Initiative launches 4th Call for Project Ideas
The European Climate Initiative (EUKI) has launched the 4th Call for Project Ideas 2020. EUKI supports projects designed to enhance the implementation of the EU climate and energy framework, to support the transition to low-emission economies and societies in Europe, to conduct trans-national climate education work…[more]
JRS Biodiversity Foundation announces 2020 Request for Proposals for Multi-Year Projects
The JRS Biodiversity Foundation has announced a 2020 Request for Proposals (RFP) for multi-year projects focused upon biodiversity data, knowledge and information services related to freshwater biodiversity, pollinator biodiversity, and biodiversity informatics capacity development…[more]
The Norwegian Climate and Forest funding to Civil Society Organizations
Norway’s International Climate and Forest Initiative (NICFI) has launched a call for proposals for funding for civil society organizations for the grant period 2021-2025. NICFI is managed by the Ministry of Climate and Environment, but also includes staff at various embassies and Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (Norad)…[more]
Digital Innovation Accelerator Programme: Environmental Climate Action, Gender Equality or EduTech
Have you developed an innovative digital solution with positive impact in the areas of Environmental Climate Action, Gender Equality or EduTech? Is your digital innovation operational & has been introduced to the market? If yes, then apply for the Innovation Factory Digital Innovation Accelerator and take your innovation to the next level…[more]