[August 2025]
Finding the right financial support for children can be overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. Whether you’re looking for educational grants, healthcare funding or general financial aid, there are many funding opportunities available in 2025 to help children thrive. From funding programs to nonprofit grants and community-based assistance, this handpicked listing will walk you through the top options available this year.
Apply for Halton Foundation Grant Program 2025
Deadline: 1-Sep-25
The Halton Foundation is now accepting applications for its grant program. This opportunity is designed to support innovative initiatives that improve human wellbeing in indoor environments through research or practical solutions…[more]
Applications open for Children’s Prize 2025: Infrastructure for Life
Deadline: 19-Sep-2025
Submissions are now open for the Children’s Prize, a global competition aimed at individuals with a scientific mindset and a strong dedication to improving child health through measurable impact. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to data-driven methods and a desire to verify the results of their interventions…[more]
Prince Talal International Prize for Affordable and Clean Energy
Deadline: 30-Jan-2026
The Prince Talal International Prize for Affordable and Clean Energy is awarded every year by the Arab Gulf Programme for Development (AGFUND). Its goal is to spark innovation and encourage creative solutions that contribute to human development…[more]
Call for Nominations: Apila First Impression Award
Deadline: 15-Feb-2026
Apila Ediciones, in collaboration with the School of Design of Aragón and supported by the Zaragoza City Council, has announced the Apila’s First Impression Award 2026. This is the fourteenth edition of an international illustrated children’s book competition. The award aims to support illustrators who have not yet published a book and to encourage graphic and literary creativity…[more]
Call for Entries: World Food Day Poster Contest
Deadline: 07-Nov-2025
The World Food Day Poster Contest invites children and youth to showcase their creativity by illustrating how better food can lead to a better future. Participants are encouraged to design posters that highlight how food can help build a peaceful, sustainable, and food-secure world where everyone has access to a healthy diet…[more]
Help For Children Grants to address Child Abuse 2025
Deadline: 16-Jan-26
Help For Children grants are made to charitable organizations that address child abuse through prevention or treatment…[more]
Applications open for Meet and Code Grant Program 2025
Deadline: 30-Sep-25
Applications are now open for the Meet and Code Grant Program. The Meet and Code initiative is organized by TechSoup Europe together with the respective country partners from the TechSoup Europe network. The main donor partner is Amazon, supporting the initiative through Amazon Future Engineer by providing financial support and expertise…[more]
Call for Proposals: Research Competitive Grant Program
Deadline: 01-Sep-2025
Pfizer has launched a competitive grant program aimed at closing the data gap in pneumococcal disease research and ultimately advancing public health outcomes. The program supports research focused on disease burden, serotype distribution, antibiotic resistance, and genetic evolution of pneumococci, particularly after the implementation of pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV) immunization programs…[more]
Apply Now: Request a Pediatric Grant (US and Canada)
Deadline: 31-Dec-2025
The Oracle Health Foundation is now accepting applications for its Pediatric Grant program, which helps children access the healthcare they need. The foundation works to support children and families within the healthcare system by connecting them to care providers and necessary resources…[more]
Impact of Pollution on the Development and Progression of Brain Diseases and Disorders Programme
Deadline: 16-Sep-25
The European Commission (EC) is accepting applications for the Impact of Pollution on the Development and Progression of Brain Diseases and Disorders Programme…[more]
CFPs: Impact of the Learning Environment and the Use of Digital Tools Programme
Deadline: 16-Sep-25
The European Commission (EC) is seeking proposals for the Impact of the Learning Environment and the Use of Digital Tools Programme…[more]
CFPs: Investigator-Initiated Multinational Clinical Trials for Paediatric Cancer
Deadline: 16-Sep-25
Applications are now open for the Investigator-Initiated Multinational Early-Stage Innovative Clinical Trials for Paediatric Cancer Program…[more]
Call for Educators: Climate Box Educator Programme
Deadline: 30-Sep-2025
The 2nd International Contest for Educators focuses on the development of methodological materials on climate change. It is based on the educational toolkit “Climate Box” and aims to inspire educators to create innovative content, enhance their professional skills, and enrich current educational resources…[more]
Call for EOIs: Contingency Agreement to Respond to the Critical Needs of Children and Communities
Deadline: 29-Aug-2025
The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) Pacific Multi-Country Office is inviting eligible Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) to enter into a contingency agreement aimed at addressing the urgent needs of children and communities during emergencies in Pacific countries. This call covers multiple sectors, including health, education, nutrition, WASH, protection, and social policy, with a strong focus on emergency preparedness, response, and risk reduction…[more]
Applications open for Illustration Masterclass Professional Programme
Deadline: 01-Sep-2025
The Pro Helvetia is pleased to announce its Illustration Masterclass Professional Programme for children’s book illustrators from Switzerland and the regions covered by Pro Helvetia liaison offices (Arab region, East Asia, South Asia and Vietnam)…[more]
Request for Applications: Cinemascope Scheme
Deadline: 1 September 2025
The Dutch Film Fund is accepting applications for its Cinescoop Scheme to support the realization of ambitious Dutch feature films and long animation films. The scheme supports a maximum of 4 Dutch films each year that strive for the highest possible cinematographic quality in terms of content and production. They are looking for original film plans with a convincing cultural added value, including children’s and youth films…[more]
Call for Proposals to support Network of Safer Internet Centres 2025
Deadline: 2-Sep-25
The European Commission (EC) is seeking proposals to support national Safer Internet Centres (SICs), which may be composed of one or more NGOs, government bodies/agencies, and/or private sector organisations…[more]
CFPs: Measures to Support Member States in the Field of Protection of Children in Migration
Deadline: 16-Sep-25
The European Commission is seeking proposals for its Measures to Support Member States in the Field of Protection of Children in Migration Program…[more]
Laerdal Foundation launches Saving Lives at Birth in Low-Resource Settings Grant Program
Deadline: 1-Oct-25
The Laerdal Foundation is seeking proposals to provide financial support to practically oriented research to prevent needless deaths from sudden cardiac arrest, trauma and during birth…[more]
Submissions open for Call Town Twinning Programme 2025
Deadline: 17-Sep-25
The European Commission (EC) is accepting submissions for the Call Town Twinning Programme to promote exchanges between people of different countries, cultures, genders and socio-economic backgrounds, reinforces mutual understanding and tolerance and gives them the opportunity to broaden their perspective and develop a sense of European belonging and identity…[more]
Dubbing Foreign Quality Children’s Film
Deadline: Ongoing
Dutch film distributors can now apply for a contribution for the dubbing of a foreign quality children’s film, for the purpose of the release in Dutch film theatres and cinemas…[more]
Entries open for Good Start Challenge
Deadline: 17 September 2025
The Van Leer Foundation is thrilled to invite applications for the Good Start Challenge to advance innovative solutions that improve the wellbeing of parents and caregivers of young children in disadvantaged circumstances in Indonesia, the Philippines, Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, Senegal, Mexico, Colombia and Brazil…[more]
CFPs: A Sustainable Food Banking Strategy for Methane Mitigation (Kenya)
Deadline: 29-Aug-2025
Kenya’s Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Forestry is launching a new initiative to create a sustainable and scalable food banking system that addresses both environmental and social issues. The focus is on diverting edible surplus food to Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) and Day Care Centers, especially in underserved regions of the Lake Region Economic Bloc (LREB), beginning with Kisumu, Vihiga, and Siaya counties…[more]
Call for Expression of Interest: Provision of essential Protection Services (Lot 2) – Uganda
Deadline: 06-Sep-2025
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees is inviting organizations to submit Expressions of Interest for a comprehensive protection and education project targeting refugees in northern Uganda…[more]
CFPs: Integrated Protection Services for Rohingya Refugees (Bangladesh)
Deadline: 31-Aug-2025
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is inviting applications for the Integrated Protection Services for Rohingya Refugees program. This initiative addresses the critical protection threats faced by Rohingya refugees in camps across Bangladesh, including violence, physical dangers, exploitation, and abuse…[more]
Entries open for Provision of essential Protection Services (LOT 3) – Uganda
Deadline: 06-Sep-2025
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees is actively seeking partners to implement a comprehensive protection and education program in Uganda’s Western region, focusing on refugees and host communities…[more]
Call for EOIs: School Feeding Programme in Bangladesh
Deadline: 31-Aug-2025
The World Food Programme (WFP) is inviting expressions of interest for its School Feeding Programme in Bangladesh. This initiative focuses on supporting education, food security, and nutrition through targeted interventions in schools…[more]
CFAs: Protection and Solution of Refugees and Asylum Seekers in Tanzania – Child Protection (Lot 2)
Deadline: 05-Sep-2025
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees is accepting grant applications for protection and solution of refugees and asylum seekers in Tanzania – Child Protection…[more]
Call for Proposals: Strengthening Integrated Primary Health Care and Nutrition Services for Refugees (Tanzania)
Deadline: 05-Sep-2025
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is inviting expressions of interest from qualified partners to deliver comprehensive primary health care, reproductive, maternal, newborn and child health (RMNCH) services, non-communicable disease (NCD) care, mental health support, HIV/TB services, nutrition interventions, and medical referral services for refugees and asylum seekers in the Kigoma Region of Tanzania…[more]
CFAs: Provision of the following essential Protection Services ECD, Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary Education Services (Uganda)
Deadline: 06-Sep-2025
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees is seeking grant applications to support the delivery of essential protection services, including early childhood development, primary, secondary, and tertiary education, child protection, community-based protection, gender-based violence prevention and response, legal protection, complementary pathways, voluntary repatriation, and linkage to livelihoods…[more]
Supporting Vulnerable Children’s Education and Employment (Denmark)
Deadline: 05-Oct-2025
The Lauritzen Foundation supports projects that facilitate vulnerable children’s way into education and employment…[more]
Request for Applications: Empowering Learners Through Literacy (Bulgaria)
Deadline: 05-Sep-2025
The United Nations International Children’s Fund (UNICEF) is now inviting grant applications for a program focused on empowering learners through literacy. The initiative aims to improve reading fluency and motivation among children through a comprehensive and evidence-based approach…[more]
Submit Applications for CGN Community Benefit Fund – Ireland
Deadline: 05-Sep-2025
The CGN Community Benefit Fund supports community, voluntary, and not-for-profit organisations located near windfarms. It is dedicated to uniting communities, encouraging active participation, and creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Beyond fostering community spirit, the fund also promotes environmental sustainability, climate action, and biodiversity preservation…[more]
Apply Now: Proposal for Research in Cyber Security (India)
Deadline: 15-Sep-2025
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology is inviting proposals that focus on innovation and indigenous technology development, aiming to lead to productization. Proposals should align with the ministry’s identified thrust areas…[more]
RFAs: Literary Events and Projects Grant Program (Denmark)
Deadline: 03-Sep-2025
The Danish Arts Foundation invites applications for its Literary Events and Projects Grant Program, which supports initiatives that promote Danish literature and authors internationally. This includes events, translation mentorship, and network support for translators. The program aims to increase access to literature in Denmark and abroad, with a special focus on reaching groups that do not typically engage with literary works. Innovative and creative approaches are especially encouraged…[more]
Call for Applications: Provision of Quality Education for Rohingya Refugees (Bangladesh)
Deadline: 31-Aug-2025
UNHCR Bangladesh is calling for Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from organisations interested in implementing formal and higher education programmes for Rohingya refugees. These programmes aim to support education in registered camps and transit centres while creating pathways for higher learning and future reintegration…[more]
Call for Proposals: Innovative approaches to access to Medicines in Malawi
Deadline: 25-Aug-2025
Action medeor Malawi is inviting proposals for small, innovative pilot projects aimed at improving access to medicines in crisis-affected areas. These projects are meant to address the urgent healthcare needs of communities impacted by emergencies, disasters, or humanitarian crises…[more]
Applications for Arts Council Partnership Funding in Ireland
Deadline: 02-Oct-2025
The Arts Council Partnership Funding supports the vital infrastructure needed to sustain and grow the arts across Ireland. It focuses on investing in local authorities, statutory bodies, and Ealaín na Gaeltachta to help develop and strengthen the arts sector…[more]
Request for EOIs: Provision of Social Assistance in Madagascar
Deadline: 01-Sep-2025
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is inviting applications for the provision of social assistance to forcibly displaced persons in Madagascar, specifically targeting refugees and asylum-seekers…[more]
CFPs: Enhance access to Sustainable Transport for Education and Health Care Services (Uganda)
Deadline: 02-Sep-2025
Enabel Uganda has launched a new portfolio aimed at empowering young people and women to become economically independent and active citizens in a sustainable society that respects human rights and provides quality services…[more]
RFPs: Recruitment of a National Human Rights CSO to Transform Patriarchal Masculinities in Youth (Morocco)
Deadline: 12-Sep-2025
UN Women is currently accepting applications for a partnership with a national human rights civil society organization (CSO). The aim is to develop and implement youth-focused initiatives that transform patriarchal masculinities and social norms. These actions should promote a fairer distribution of unpaid care work and support the economic empowerment of women and girls…[more]
Open Call for School Program Grant in Bangladesh
Deadline: 31-Aug-2025
The Agami Education Foundation is now inviting project proposals for its Fiscal Year 2026 under the School Program (SP) initiative. This program is dedicated to improving education for underprivileged children in Bangladesh by supporting eligible educational institutions…[more]
Sophie and Karl Binding Foundation Funding Program 2025 – Switzerland
Deadline: 15-Sep-2025
The Sophie and Karl Binding Foundation is now accepting grant applications for projects in the areas of environment, social work, and culture. The foundation offers financial support for initiatives that align with their mission in specific fields of action…[more]
Call for Students: Climate Box Champion Programme (Thailand)
Deadline: 05-Sep-2025
The National Climate Contest engages schoolchildren in creating practical, socially impactful projects to tackle climate change. It promotes climate education, youth innovation, and project-based learning focused on mitigation, adaptation, and raising public awareness…[more]
Sommer Foundation announces Educational Projects in Luxembourg
Deadline: 30-Sep-25
The Sommer Foundation is seeking proposals for Educational projects which aims to encourage the implementation of educational activities as part of an artistic or cultural project in the following fields: performing arts, fine arts, visual arts, music, literature, design, multidisciplinary projects, architecture…[more]
Project Grants for Natural Science Education and Informal Learning Environments in Denmark
Deadline: 3-Sep-25
The Novo Nordisk Foundation has announced Project Grants for Natural Science Education and Informal Learning Environments to promote general scientific education and strengthen interest, knowledge and skills in science, technology and sustainability among children, young people and the population in Denmark in general…[more]
King Baudouin Foundation launches Fund for Future Program (Belgium)
Deadline: 14-Oct-25
The King Baudouin Foundation has launched the Fund for Future Program to support projects around youth and children’s work in the municipalities of Lennik and Sint-Pieters-Leeuw…[more]
Apply for NHRC’s Short Film Competition (India)
Deadline: 31 August 2025
The National Human Rights Commission invites short films for its ‘Short Film Competition-2025’, which aims at recognizing the creative efforts towards promotion and protection of human rights…[more]
Applications open for Paul Hamlyn Foundation’s India Fund Program 2024
Deadline: Ongoing
Applications are now open for the Paul Hamlyn Foundation’s India Fund Program…[more]
CFAs: Prevention Services Evaluation Partnerships: Supporting Adoptive Families (US)
Deadline: 08-Sep-2025
The Administration for Children and Families is inviting applications for its Prevention Services Evaluation Partnerships: Supporting Adoptive Families funding opportunity. This initiative supports research and program evaluation for services aimed at helping adoptive families who are at risk of disruption or dissolution that might lead to foster care placements. The funding encourages partnerships between researchers, Title IV-E agencies, and community organizations with experience working with adopted children, foster children, or children in kinship care…[more]
Holiday Grants to support Fun, Enriching Experiences for Children (UK)
Deadline: 19-Nov-2025
The Holiday Grants Programme provides one-off grants for schools, youth groups, and non-profit organisations to take children aged 13 and under on recreational day trips or short residential trips. The trips must be purely for fun, with no educational or religious aims, and must be unique events rather than part of the organisation’s regular activities…[more]
Call for Applications: Community Grant Program (Canada)
Deadline: 01-Oct-2025
The Community Initiatives Fund (CIF) is offering grant opportunities to support a broad range of community-based programs and services that contribute to the well-being of Saskatchewan residents…[more]
Apply for the supporting Children in ECEC WA Grant Program (Australia)
Deadline: 25-Aug-2025
Submissions are open for the Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) WA Grants Program, aimed at supporting initiatives that enhance outcomes for children. The program funds projects aligned with the Preschool Reform Agreement (PRA) to strengthen early learning, development, and school readiness for children aged 3 to 4 in approved ECEC services…[more]
Applications open for Harcourts Foundation’s Grants Programme (New Zealand)
Deadline: 28-Aug-25
Applications are now open for the Harcourts Foundation’s Grants Programme…[more]
