[May 2026]
Explore the latest seed grant opportunities under $10,000 for NGOs, startups, innovators, researchers, and community groups. This curated listing features small grants, early-stage funding, and innovation programmes designed to support pilot projects, grassroots initiatives, creative solutions, and impactful new ideas across diverse sectors.
Innovation in Religion and Spirituality Seed Grant Program
Deadline: 01-July-2026
The Social Science Research Council (SSRC) Religion and Spirituality Seed Grant Program funds short-term, interdisciplinary research on emerging forms of religion and spirituality in contemporary society. It provides up to $10,000 for six-month projects running from September 2026 to February 2027, supporting research on innovation in religion, transnational communities, gender, political mobilization, and related social transformations…[more]
Call for Applications: Global Pathology Development Grant
Deadline: 15-July-2026
The Global Pathology Development Grant provides funding of up to USD 10,000 to support sustainable pathology and laboratory system strengthening projects in under-resourced regions worldwide…[more]
Open Call: Growth, Engagement and Resources Grant Program
Deadline: 30-June-2026
The Growth, Engagement and Resources (GEAR) grant is offered by the East Coast Zoological Foundation to support conservation-focused organizations working on in-situ fieldwork…[more]
Holohil Grant Program Supporting Conservation Research
Deadline: 15-July-2026
The Holohil Systems Ltd. Grant Program provides in-kind support (radio transmitters) worth up to CAD $2,500 per project to advance conservation research worldwide…[more]
Apply Now: Interledger on Campus Mini-Grant Program
Deadline: 31-July-2026
The Interledger Foundation invites student-led university clubs worldwide to apply for its Mini-Grant Program, offering up to USD $5,000 for projects on open payments, financial inclusion, and interoperable technologies…[more]
Grants for the Conservation of Endangered Tortoises and Freshwater Turtles
Deadline: 01-June-2026
The Turtle Conservation Fund supports research and conservation projects for highly endangered tortoises and freshwater turtles, prioritizing Critically Endangered or Endangered species…[more]
Request for Proposals: Kevin Kritz Research Grant Program
Deadline: 30-June-2026
The Kevin Kritz Research Grant Program by the Raptor Research Foundation supports high-quality scientific research focused on eagles and eagle conservation worldwide…[more]
Yves Klein Foundation Research Grant Program for Emerging Scholars
Deadline: 15-June-2026
The Yves Klein Foundation has launched a research grant initiative to support early-career scholars studying the life, work, and influence of the artist Yves Klein…[more]
Latvian Literature Grant Program for Translators
Deadline: 31-May-2026
The Latvian Literature Translation Support Programme, administered by Latvian Literature, provides financial support to professional translators working on translating Latvian literary works into other languages…[more]
Open Call: Latvian Literature Grant Program for Publishers
Deadline: 31-May-2026
The Latvian Literature Translation Support Grant Program, administered by Latvian Literature and financed by the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Latvia, provides financial support to foreign publishers for translating and publishing Latvian literary works internationally…[more]
PEN/Heim Translation Fund Grants for Literary Translators
Deadline: 15-June-2026
The PEN/Heim Translation Fund Grants, administered by PEN America, provide financial support to literary translators working on book-length translations into English…[more]
Request for Proposals: Older Writers Grant Program
Deadline: 31-May-2026
The Older Writers Grant supports emerging speculative fiction authors who begin their professional writing careers later in life…[more]
PhotoVogue Global Open Call for Artists
Deadline: 11-September-2026
The PhotoVogue Global Open Call is an international creative opportunity that encourages artists to submit original visual works that express strong perspectives on the world today. It focuses on photography, video, and multimedia projects that challenge indifference and engage with urgent social, emotional, and aesthetic themes…[more]
Call for Applications: Stephen Tully Research Grant Program
Deadline: 30-June-2026
The Stephen Tully Research Grant Program, launched by the Raptor Research Foundation, provides up to $4,500 to support raptor research and conservation, with a special focus on students and amateur researchers who have limited access to funding…[more]
Open Call for Dean Amadon Research Grant Program
Deadline: 30-June-2026
The Dean Amadon Research Grant Program by the Raptor Research Foundation provides up to $4,500 to support research on the distribution, systematics, and taxonomy of raptors…[more]
Request for Applications: Travel Grant Program
Deadline: 31-May-2026
The SEARCA Travel Grants Program supports Southeast Asian professionals, researchers, and graduate students to attend conferences that advance sustainable agricultural development. Grants of up to USD 1,200 are available for paper presentations, poster presentations, or participation in scientific fora, emphasizing knowledge sharing, collaboration, and publishable outputs…[more]
Apply Now for Women and Girls in Astronomy Program 2026
Deadline: 31-May-2026
The Women and Girls in Astronomy Program (WGAP) supports projects that use astronomy as a tool for development while advancing opportunities for women, girls, and underrepresented genders in astronomy and STEM fields…[more]
Request for Proposals: Snake Conservation Grant Program
Deadline: 31-August-2026
The Snake Conservation Grant Program provides USD 2,500 in one-year funding to support individuals working on snake conservation, research, education, and human–snake conflict mitigation in Southeast Asia…[more]
Call for Applications: Conference Support Grant Program
Deadline: 15-July-2026
The Conference Support Grant Program provides up to €4,000 in partial funding for research-level mathematical science conferences. It focuses on supporting participation from developing countries by covering travel and accommodation costs…[more]
Jana Robeyst Trust Fund Small Conservation Grant Programme
Deadline: 31-August-2026
The Jana Robeyst Trust Fund is a conservation-focused grant program that supports early-career researchers working to protect endangered mammals in Sub-Saharan Africa…[more]
Applications open for Mérieux Foundation Small Grants Program
Deadline: 01-August-2026
The Mérieux Foundation small grants program supports locally led health initiatives aimed at reducing the burden of infectious diseases in vulnerable populations. Special emphasis is placed on improving maternal and child health outcomes in resource-limited settings…[more]
Request for Proposals: Aspire Grant Program
Deadline: 10-June-2026
The Aspire Grant Program provides up to $5,000 in funding to support early-career African researchers working on biodiversity conservation and environmental sustainability in the Congo Basin…[more]
Microgrants for Community-Led Education Access in MENA
Deadline: 31-May-2026
The Luena Foundation microgrant programme supports grassroots organizations working directly with children in underserved communities across the MENA region…[more]
Luena Scholars Grant for Community-Based Education Projects
Deadline: 31-May-2026
The Luena Foundation microgrant programme supports grassroots organisations working to improve children’s education access in low-income and rural communities across Sub-Saharan Africa…[more]
CFPs: Supporting SMEs in Protecting Intellectual Property Rights
Deadline: 04-December-2026
The SME Fund is a grant scheme designed to help EU-based small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) protect their intellectual property (IP) rights…[more]
Scoping Grants for Jewish Heritage Collections
Deadline: 31-December-2026
The Scoping Grants for Jewish Heritage Collections provide up to £5,000 to European not-for-profit organisations to survey and assess collections related to Jewish history, heritage, or culture…[more]
Applications Open for Story Grants on Inclusive Water Governance Reporting
Deadline: 14-June-2026
The Earth Journalism Network Mekong Story Grants support journalists in producing in-depth reporting on water governance, transboundary river issues, and community experiences in the Mekong region…[more]
Apply for Hevolution Foundation’s Scientific Conferences Fund
Deadline: 31-July-2026
The Hevolution Foundation funding initiative supports scientific conferences, workshops, and meetings focused on healthy longevity and the biology of aging. It provides up to USD 10,000 per event to promote high-quality scientific exchange on aging research across North America, the United Kingdom, and the European Union…[more]
IFRA-Nairobi Fieldwork Grants for Social Science and Humanities Research
Deadline: 19-June-2026
The IFRA–Nairobi Fieldwork Grants are research funding awards designed to support academic fieldwork in social sciences and humanities across East Africa…[more]
Expert Advisory Grant for Strengthening Jewish Collections
Deadline: 31-December-2026
The Expert Advisory Grant for Strengthening Jewish Collections provides up to £2,000 to help not-for-profit organisations in Europe access specialist expertise to improve the management, development, and strategic use of Jewish heritage materials…[more]
DWF Foundation Grants for Community Impact
Deadline: 30-June-2026
The DWF Foundation provides grants to registered charities that help individuals, groups, and communities reach their full potential. Funding supports projects in homelessness, health and wellbeing, employability, education, and environment and sustainability, with most grants under £5,000…[more]
Netherland-America Foundation’s Cultural Grant Program
Deadline: 01-August-2026
The Netherland-America Foundation Cultural Grants programme is designed to strengthen cultural ties between the Netherlands and the United States…[more]
LASR Bilateral Cooperation Call for Joint R&D Projects (Turkey and Libya)
Deadline: 03-August-2026
The TÜBİTAK–LASR bilateral cooperation call supports joint research and development projects between Türkiye and Libya under the TÜBİTAK 1071 Programme…[more]
Applications open for Arts and Culture Small Grant Program 2026
Deadline: 12-July-2026
The Arts & Culture Small Grant Program 2026 is a cultural funding initiative designed to promote Japanese arts and culture while building international collaboration in Southeast Asia…[more]
Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program in Cabo Verde
Deadline: 31-May-2026
The U.S. Embassy Praia is offering small grants of $2,000–$10,000 to support projects in Cabo Verde that commemorate 250 years of U.S. independence…[more]
Apply now for Civil Society Micro-Grants 2026 (United States)
Deadline: 08-June-2026
The U.S. Civil Society Micro-Grants 2026 is a funding initiative by the Pulitzer Center designed to strengthen civic engagement through journalism-based community projects…[more]
Charitable Arts Foundation Grants for Creative Projects (Bahamas)
Deadline: 01-June-2026
The Charitable Arts Foundation provides grants of $1,000–$3,000 (with exceptional cases higher) to support artistic and cultural initiatives in The Bahamas…[more]
Call for Applications: Open Grants Programmes (Greece)
Deadline: 31-December-2026
The Open Grants Programme is a funding initiative by the Bodossaki Foundation designed to support non-profit organisations and public sector entities in Greece…[more]
Apply Now: Seed Grants for Early Reporting (United States)
Deadline: 14-September-2026
The FIJ Seed Funding program supports early investigative journalism that exposes hidden wrongdoing and contributes to public accountability…[more]
Catalyst and Engage Grant Program for Goa Based Artists (India)
Deadline: 15-June-2026
The Catalyst and Engage Grant Program supports both experimental artistic creation and socially engaged community projects in Goa…[more]
Applications open for IEEE Magnetism Research Grant Program (Ukraine)
Deadline: 15-July-2026
The Magnetism for Ukraine 2026 is designed to strengthen Ukraine’s scientific capacity in magnetism-related disciplines. It supports research and professional development in fields such as magnetism, spintronics, and magnetic material science…[more]
Call for Proposals: Nutrition and Well-being of Children and Youth in Colombia
Deadline: 06-June-2026
The New England Association for Colombian Children (NEACOL) is offering grants of up to USD 10,000 for nonprofit organizations in Colombia to support projects that improve the wellbeing of vulnerable children and youth…[more]
Science Castle Grant Program for Student Research Teams (Malaysia)
Deadline: 08-June-2026
The Science Castle Grant Program supports secondary and high school students in Sarawak to develop science and innovation projects that address real community challenges such as floods, waste management, mental health, and food security…[more]
RFPs: Foundation Research Grant Program (New Zealand)
Deadline: 30-June-2026
The Asia New Zealand Foundation is offering research grants to support emerging and early career researchers conducting international travel and fieldwork in Asia…[more]
2026 Emergency Micro-Grant for Mission-Driven Entrepreneurs (US)
Deadline: 10-July-2026
The 2026 Emergency Micro-Grant is now accepting applications to provide rapid financial and strategic support to mission-driven entrepreneurs facing urgent business crises…[more]
Apply Now: Education Grant for Tertiary Students (New Zealand)
Deadline: 01-July-2026
The Education Grant is designed to help adult learners continue their education through tertiary study and skills development…[more]
Branching Out Fund for Community Tree Planting Projects (UK)
Deadline: 19-July-2026
The Branching Out Fund is a UK-based grant programme supporting local communities to plant and establish trees in public and shared spaces…[more]
Request for Proposals: Creativity Exposure Grant Program (Nepal)
Deadline: 31-May-2026
Kathmandu School of Law is inviting applications for the Creativity Exposure Grant 2026 to encourage first and second year B.A. LL.B. students to engage with contemporary social issues through creative and innovative projects. The programme supports student-led initiatives that promote creative thinking, legal awareness, research engagement, and community participation…[more]
Request for Applications: Individual Grant Program (Canada)
Deadline: 15-September-2026
The Individual Grant Program helps people with physical disabilities access essential mobility and assistive devices that support independent living and improve everyday functioning…[more]
BC Rehab Project Grant Program for Disability Inclusion (Canada)
Deadline: 15-September-2026
The BC Rehab Foundation has launched the Project Grant Program to support initiatives that improve accessibility, inclusion, and participation opportunities for people living with physical disabilities across British Columbia…[more]
Call for Collaboration for Heritage Activation Node at Punggol (Singapore)
Deadline: 30-June-2026
The Heritage Activation Node (HAN) Punggol Call for Collaboration invites individuals and organisations in Singapore to co-create heritage-based projects that explore the cultural identity and transformation of Punggol…[more]
City of Greater Geelong Children’s Week Grants Program (Australia)
Deadline: 22-June-2026
The City of Greater Geelong Children’s Week Grants Program provides funding for community-based activities that support children aged 0–12 years and their families during the annual Children’s Week celebration held in October…[more]
Request for Proposals: Support Tour Grant Program (Germany)
Deadline: 30-November-2026
The Musicboard Berlin Support Tour Grant Programme is a funding initiative designed to support emerging pop musicians and bands based in Berlin…[more]
Mobility Grant for International Presentation and Networking in Contemporary Art (Finland)
Deadline: 31-May-2026
The Mobility Grant is designed to strengthen the international presence of Finnish and Finland-based contemporary art professionals…[more]
TELUS International Offers Community Funding Opportunities in Philippines
Deadline: 26-June-2026
TELUS International Philippines Community Board provides funding to support nonprofit organizations in the Philippines for single-year programs…[more]
Building Inclusive Communities Fund for Diversity and Inclusion Projects (Canada)
Deadline: 15-October-2026
The Building Inclusive Communities Fund supports projects, initiatives, and events in Nova Scotia that promote cultural diversity, strengthen inclusion and social equity, and improve access for equity-deserving communities to participate fully in community life…[more]
Request for Proposals: Standard Grant Program (Switzerland)
Deadline: 11-October-2026
The Swiss Cultural Fund UK supports the international mobility and visibility of Swiss artistic talent by enabling presentations and collaborations within the United Kingdom…[more]
