[January 2026]
Unlock new possibilities to support children’s growth and wellbeing. We have curated a listing for this opportunity to make it easier for NGOs and organizations to access grants and funding tailored for impactful child development initiatives.
Nominations open for International Children’s Peace Prize 2026
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026
The International Children’s Peace Prize honors a young changemaker aged 12–17 who has achieved tangible impact in advancing children’s rights. The 2026 prize offers global recognition, education support, and up to €50,000 for the winner’s project, with nominations open until 31 March 2026…[more]
Funding available for Life-Changing Mental Health Projects
Deadline: 15-Jan-2026
The Peace of Mind Foundation invites proposals to support Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) initiatives for children affected by war, displacement, violence, or natural disasters. Projects should deliver structured, evidence-based interventions to improve emotional well-being, resilience, and access to mental health services in crisis settings. Grants range from USD 50,000 to USD 150,000 per year for projects typically spanning 12 months…[more]
Apply Now: Jacobs CIFAR Research Fellowship Program
Deadline: 02-Feb-2026
The SurveyMonkey Jacobs CIFAR Research Fellowship Program supports early and mid-career researchers advancing learning and development for children and youth worldwide. Fellows receive CHF 150,000 over three years, access to interdisciplinary networks, and opportunities for research expansion, professional growth, and collaboration. Applications are open to candidates with a PhD obtained within the past ten years…[more]
CFAs: Never Such Innocence International Competition
Deadline: 27-Feb-2026
The Never Such Innocence invites young creatives to participate in this year’s competition, which challenges entrants to explore perspectives through the theme “In Someone Else’s Shoes”…[more]
Apply for International Kids’ Owl Art Contest
Deadline: 15-Jan-2026
Entries are now open for the International Kids’ Owl Art Contest an annual and highly competitive art competition, began as a local coloring contest to involve young people in the Festival of Owls…[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 Proposals: Community-driven MHPSS for Children Affected by Conflict
Deadline: 15-Jan-2026
The Peace of Mind Foundation (PoM) is offering grants of USD 50,000–150,000 to organisations delivering mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) services for children affected by conflict, crisis, or displacement. The funding prioritises locally-led, evidence-based interventions that are culturally adapted, community-driven, and rigorously monitored. Eligible applicants include local, regional, and international NGOs, as well as youth- and refugee-led organisations with strong safeguarding and child protection policies…[more]
RFAs: Mérieux Foundation launches Small Grants Program
Deadline: 01-Mar-2026
The Mérieux Foundation Small Grants Programme provides up to €5,000 for grassroots organisations improving maternal and child health through infectious disease prevention, diagnosis or treatment. The program supports locally led, community-rooted health initiatives in low- and middle-income countries across Africa, Asia, the Middle East and parts of the Americas. Eligible organisations must be registered non-profits with at least three years of legal status and a mission aligned with the Foundation’s focus on vulnerable populations…[more]
Open Call: Prosperous Future Grant Programme
Deadline: 30-Jan-2026
The Nordic Council of Ministers’ Prosperous Future Grant Programme 2026 supports civil society cooperation in the Nordic-Baltic region, funding projects that advance sustainability, democratic development, innovation, and cultural exchange. Grants range from EUR 45,000 to EUR 65,000 and require collaboration between at least three eligible countries, with strong attention to environmental, social, and gender considerations. The program encourages knowledge exchange, regional integration, and the mainstreaming of cross-cutting perspectives aligned with Vision 2030…[more]
Apply for SVRI Early Career Research Fellowship Program
Deadline: 31-Jan-2026
The SVRI fellowships support early-career researchers in LMICs focusing on the intersection of VAW and VAC. The initiative strengthens locally led research, develops leadership skills, and promotes international collaboration among feminist and equity-driven scholars…[more]
Call for Proposals: Identification of Children for HIV Treatment
Deadline: 30-Jan-2026
Aidsfonds has launched a major funding call to support national community-based organizations in identifying children and adolescents aged 0–14 living with HIV across Malawi, Mozambique, South Africa, Tanzania and Nigeria. The programme focuses on evidence-based interventions that improve early identification, linkage to antiretroviral treatment and long-term retention in care. A total of EUR 2,775,000 is available for catalytic, data-driven paediatric HIV initiatives running from April 2026 to December 2028…[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 the Nordic Arctic Programme 2025
Deadline: 15-Feb-26
The Nordic Institute in Greenland is accepting applications for the Nordic Arctic Programme to maintain and secure citizens, stability, growth, and prosperity in the Arctic…[more]
Summer Luxembourg Foundation launches Educational Projects
Deadline: 26-Jan-2026
The Sommer Foundation is offering funding of up to EUR 7,000 for educational projects integrated into artistic or cultural initiatives. The program supports activities that engage children, youth, and families in creative learning, foster artistic participation, and develop new skills. Eligible applicants include artists, cultural organizations, non-profits, and educational structures in Luxembourg…[more]
Call for EOIs: Strengthening Child Protection Competencies for Social Workers (Phase 2) – Philippines
Deadline: 15-Jan-2026
UNICEF has launched a Call for Expression of Interest (EOI) to strengthen child protection competencies among social workers in the Philippines, focusing on the National Capital Region and CALABARZON. The initiative aims to develop and pilot competency-based training modules and assessment tools to ensure frontline child protection officers are equipped with standardized, high-quality skills aligned with national systems…[more]
RFAs: Education Protection and Social Support for Children in Mudug (Somalia)
Deadline: 10-Feb-2026
UNICEF Somalia is inviting grant applications to support children, adolescents, and women in the Mudug region through integrated education, child protection, and social protection programs…[more]
Call for Expressions of Interest: Community Sanitation Initiative in Colquechaca, Bolivia
Deadline: 23-Jan-2026
UNICEF is inviting grant applications to improve water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) in Potosí, focusing on children, families, and communities. The initiative emphasizes decentralized sanitation, hygiene education, school and health facility improvements, and municipal capacity building to ensure sustainable, long-term impact…[more]
Call for EOIs: Advancing Education, Protection, and Social Services in Nugaal (Somalia)
Deadline: 10-Feb-2026
UNICEF Somalia is inviting grant applications to support children, adolescents, and women in the Nugaal region through integrated education, child protection, and social protection programs…[more]
Teach First Graduate Programme for Future Educators (Denmark)
Deadline: 11-Jan-2026
The Teach First Denmark Graduate Programme trains university graduates to become primary and lower-secondary school teachers in disadvantaged areas, combining full-time teaching with structured professional development. Participants receive mentoring, classroom training, and salary while contributing to educational equity in Denmark. The two-year programme focuses on Danish and mathematics, aiming to close achievement gaps and empower children with limited access to quality education…[more]
Request for Applications: Improving Child Outcomes in Sool (Somalia)
Deadline: 10-Feb-2026
UNICEF Somalia is accepting grant applications to support vulnerable communities in Sool through integrated education, child protection, and social protection programs…[more]
Open Call for Defecation Elimination Project in Pocoata, Potosí (Bolivia)
Deadline: 23-Jan-2026
UNICEF is requesting grant applications to improve Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) services in communities and schools in Potosí. The program focuses on providing safe sanitation facilities, promoting healthy hygiene practices, and strengthening local capacity for sustainable WASH management. Projects aim to improve the health, wellbeing, and learning environment for children and communities…[more]
CFAs: Urban and Peri-Urban WASH Recovery in Kyiv, Chernihiv and Zhytomyr (Ukraine)
Deadline: 20-Jan-2026
UNICEF Ukraine invites grant applications to enhance Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) systems in targeted regions of Ukraine. The initiative focuses on child-sensitive service delivery, community empowerment, sustainability, and cross-sectoral integration to improve health, hygiene, and resilience…[more]
Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects in Bangladesh
Deadline: 31-Mar-2026
The Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGHSP) provides funding to local NGOs and public organizations to implement small-scale, community-focused initiatives addressing essential social and economic needs. With grants up to 20 million Japanese Yen, the program supports projects in health, education, poverty alleviation, disaster risk reduction, and more, promoting human security and resilience in vulnerable communities…[more]
Call for Proposals: Emergency Initiative in the Sectors of Education, Protection, and Livelihoods (Lebanon)
Deadline: 16-Feb-2026
The Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS) invites applications for its Emergency Initiative to support vulnerable populations in Lebanon, focusing on education, child protection, and livelihoods. Projects can receive up to €1.8 million depending on the lot and consortium structure, with a maximum duration of 18 months…[more]
Digicel PNG Foundation’s Community Grants Program (Tier 1) – Papua New Guinea
Deadline: 06-Feb-2026
The Digicel PNG Foundation Community Grants Program supports local organizations in Papua New Guinea to improve education, strengthen community leadership, and promote sustainable development. Tier One grants of up to K50,000 are available to not-for-profit organizations with statutory documentation and capacity to implement projects aligned with the Foundation’s strategic priorities. The program combines financial support with capacity-building initiatives to maximize community impact and long-term growth…[more]
Call for Applications: Artistic Production Fund (Turkey)
Deadline: 13-Jan-2026
The Artistic Production Fund (Turkey) supports emerging visual artists and collectives aged 25–45 with grants of up to €6,000 for the creation of artworks, mentorship, and professional development. The fund prioritizes projects promoting human rights, social inclusion, and cultural diversity, with all activities conducted on a non-profit basis within Türkiye…[more]
Funding available to improve Child Outcomes in Lower Shabelle, Somalia
Deadline: 10-Feb-2026
UNICEF has issued a Call for Expression of Interest to improve outcomes for children and adolescents in Somalia’s Lower Shabelle region, focusing on education, child protection, and social policy interventions…[more]
Apply Now: Education for All South Sudan Programme
Deadline: 09-Jan-2026
The Education for All South Sudan (EFASS) Programme is targeting out-of-school children affected by climate and conflict shocks, prioritizing girls and children with disabilities…[more]
Call for EOIs: Child Education and Protection Services in Gobolka Bay (Somalia)
Deadline: 10-Feb-2026
UNICEF invites civil society organizations in Somalia to implement integrated community-level interventions in Bay Region, targeting children and families. The programme focuses on education, child protection, social policy, inclusion, gender equality, and disaster preparedness, aiming to strengthen resilience, equity, and long-term wellbeing…[more]
Entries open for “All of Greece is one Culture” Grant Program (7th Edition)
Deadline: 12-Jan-2026
The Greek Ministry of Culture’s “All of Greece is One Culture” initiative returns in 2026, supporting original cultural projects that combine at least two artistic disciplines, including music, theater, dance, visual arts, musical theatre, and youth-focused performances. The program funds up to 95 events across archaeological sites, monuments, and museums, emphasizing the synergy between cultural heritage and contemporary creation. Eligible civil non-profit organizations can submit proposals to showcase new works and promote cultural innovation…[more]
CFAs: Strengthening Moldova’s Education System for the Most Disadvantaged Children
Deadline: 19-Jan-2026
UNICEF Moldova is inviting grant applications to strengthen inclusive education for vulnerable children, including Roma and refugee communities, and those at risk of dropping out. The initiative supports Accelerated Learning Programmes, teacher training, curriculum improvement, and data-driven monitoring to ensure all children can access quality education…[more]
RFAs: Education and Awareness Grant Programme (Denmark)
Deadline: 14-Jan-2026
The LEO Foundation Education and Awareness Grant Programme funds projects in Denmark that engage children, youth, and the public in science, with a focus on medicine, chemistry, pharmacy, and skin health. Applications support innovative educational initiatives that increase STEM interest, public knowledge, and awareness of skin diseases…[more]
Grants for Cultural Actions and Programs for Children and Adolescents 2026 (Greece)
Deadline: 20-Jan-2026
The Greek Ministry of Culture invites applications for its 2026 grant program supporting cultural and artistic actions for children and adolescents (up to 18 years old). The initiative funds innovative, socially relevant projects that develop young people’s artistic skills, promote creativity, inclusion, social cohesion, and enhance access to contemporary culture…[more]
CFPs: The Lauritzen Foundation Grant Programme (Denmark)
Deadline: 11-Jan-2026
The Lauritzen Foundation offers grants to projects that support vulnerable children in Denmark, helping them access education and employment while promoting well-being and essential life skills. Funding prioritizes initiatives with measurable impact, innovative approaches, and sustainability…[more]
Submissions open for the Teach for India Fellowship Program
Deadline: 08-Feb-2026
Applicants are now invited to submit applications for the Teach for India Fellowship Program to revolutionise education in India…[more]
WFP School Feeding and Early Childhood Development Programme in Lesotho
Deadline: 10-Jan-2026
The World Food Programme (WFP) is inviting partners to support its School Feeding and Early Childhood Development (ECD) initiatives across key districts in Lesotho. Partners will manage food deliveries, uphold food safety, monitor programme performance, and strengthen community engagement. This opportunity enhances child nutrition, supports early learning, and promotes local economic development through Home-Grown School Feeding (HGSF)…[more]
NOFO: Tribal Title IV-E Plan Development Grants (United States)
Deadline: 12-Jan-2026
A new Notice of Funding Opportunity has been announced to support Indian tribes, tribal organizations, and tribal consortia in developing a Title IV-E plan…[more]
Go! London launches Open Innovation Challenge in UK
Deadline: 17-Feb-2026
Go! London has launched its 2026 Open Innovation Challenges to fund organisations using sport and physical activity to create stronger, more resilient communities for young people in London. The programme funds ideas related to climate action and the creative transformation of spaces for sport and play. Successful applicants can receive up to £100,000 to test, refine and scale practical solutions…[more]
Submissions open for the Hospice New Zealand Grants Programme
Deadline: 27-Feb-2026
The Harcourts Foundation Hospice Grants provide funding to New Zealand hospices to purchase essential medical equipment, such as hospital beds, mobility aids, and syringe drivers. Grants total $31,627, supporting projects that improve patient care and benefit the community. Funding cannot be used for salaries, administrative costs, or past purchases…[more]
Submit Applications for SickKids WomenPowered Grant in Canada
Deadline: 20-Jan-2026
The SickKids Foundation’s WomenPowered program offers grants of up to $25,000 to Canadian charities supporting the health and well-being of children and youth in the Greater Toronto Area. The program prioritizes collaborative, community-based initiatives that promote equity, inclusion, and measurable impact, particularly for underserved populations…[more]
Medicare Mental Health Kids Hub Grant Program (Australia)
Deadline: February 03, 2026
Submissions are now open for Medicare Mental Health Kids Hub Grant to provide mental health and wellbeing supports to children aged 0-12, as well as their families, carers, and kin. This service will provide support for mild, moderate, and emerging mental health concerns…[more]
