[June 2026]
Ready to grow your business? Explore 76 open opportunities offering funding, accelerator support, innovation challenges, business competitions, mentorship, and growth programs designed to help entrepreneurs, startups, and SMEs expand their impact and reach new markets.
Call for Nominations: Youth Startup Innovation Award 2026
Deadline: July 12, 2026
Applicants are now invited applications to support youth-led, tech-based startups working to advance Sustainable Development Goals and scale their impact-driven solutions…[more]
CFPs: “Go Healthy with Taiwan” Campaign
Deadline: August 05, 2026
The Go Healthy with Taiwan initiative invites eligible organizations to submit innovative proposals that integrate Taiwanese products, solutions or business models to improve health and well-being across communities worldwide…[more]
Schmidt Marine Technology Partners Funding Program for Ocean Innovation
Deadline: July 31, 2026
The Schmidt Marine Technology Partners Funding Program supports the development and deployment of innovative ocean technologies that contribute to marine conservation, sustainable fisheries, habitat restoration, ocean observation, and the growth of the marine technology community…[more]
Care Collective Fund – Global Ocean and Climate Impact Grant
Deadline: July 05, 2026
Funding Collective Progress is a new global impact grant designed to support grassroots initiatives, organisations, and changemakers working at the intersection of ocean health and climate action through accessible and low-barrier funding opportunities…[more]
Funding Available for Climate and Weather Innovation Program
Deadline: July 31, 2026
The Advanced Research Invention Agency is seeking proposals for opportunity seeds to support early-stage research that explores new pathways for climate adaptation and resilience…[more]
Apply for 100+ Accelerator Programme – Cohort 8
Deadline: July 10, 2026
Applicants are now invited for applications to transform ambitious ideas into practical solutions for sustainability challenges…[more]
KPMG Private Enterprise Global Tech Innovator Competition for Technology Startups
Deadline: July 19, 2026
The KPMG Private Enterprise Global Tech Innovator Competition 2026 provides a global platform for promising technology entrepreneurs and startups to showcase innovative solutions, gain recognition, and connect with investors, industry leaders, and fellow innovators…[more]
Mobility Challenge for AI-Driven Cybersecurity Startups
Deadline: June 25, 2026
The Mobility Challenge offers startups a platform to co-create and deploy cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions with industry support and mentorship…[more]
Call for Applications: Global Innovation Challenge 2026
Deadline: August 31, 2026
The Global Innovation Challenge 2026 is requesting applications to support young social entrepreneurs and innovators leading projects and startups that create positive social and environmental impact worldwide…[more]
Landing Pad Summer – Aichi Prefecture Startup Accelerator Program
Deadline: June 19, 2026
The Agorize is inviting global innovators to collaborate with leading Japanese manufacturing companies through structured business matchmaking and innovation partnerships in Japan…[more]
Nominations open for 2027 Global Pluralism Award
Deadline: 10-July-2026
The 2027 Global Pluralism Award recognizes individuals, organizations, and institutions worldwide that are advancing inclusion, protecting diversity, and building more pluralistic societies…[more]
Apply Now: Y Combinator Fall Batch Funding Program 2026
Deadline: July 27, 2026
Y Combinator is inviting applicants to apply for its Fall 2026 Batch Funding Program designed to help startups grow their products, expand their user base, access mentorship, and raise investment capital…[more]
Apply Now: HEIPowered Startup Pitch Competition
Deadline: July 08, 2026
The HEIPowered Startup Pitch Competition offers early-stage startups an opportunity to showcase their ventures and compete for funding and mentorship support…[more]
Nominations open for Just AI Awards
Deadline: June 30, 2026
The Digital Empowerment Foundation and Just AI Initiative has announced the 3rd Just AI Awards 2026, inviting ethical AI innovators across the Asia Pacific region to showcase solutions driving meaningful social impact…[more]
Applications open for Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2026
Deadline: July 06, 2026
The Inspiring Asia Micro Film Festival 2026 is inviting filmmakers, students, NGOs, social enterprises, and changemakers across Asia to submit entries that highlight the power of communities to create positive social change through storytelling and innovation…[more]
IPHatch® 2026 Applications Open for Innovation-Driven Startup Support
Deadline: September 30, 2026
IPHatch® is now accepting applications to support startups by providing access to patented technologies and global business development opportunities…[more]
Entries open for Africa Health-Tech Accelerator Program
Deadline: June 30, 2026
The Africa Health-Tech Accelerator is a six-month pan-African program designed to support early-stage health technology startups in transforming innovative ideas into scalable and investment-ready ventures…[more]
Open Call: Milken-Motsepe Prize in Circular Economy
Deadline: August 13, 2026
Applications are now open for the Milken-Motsepe Prize to support scalable companies using technology to enhance circular economy practices across a variety of industries in Africa…[more]
Applications open for MEST AI Startup Incubation Program
Deadline: July 20, 2026
The MEST AI Startup Incubation Program is inviting applications to support African entrepreneurs in developing AI startup ideas into validated, scalable, and investment-ready businesses…[more]
Call for Nominations: Asia-Pacific WEPs Awards 2026
Deadline: June 30, 2026
The 2026 Asia-Pacific WEPs Awards is now accepting applications to support initiatives aligned with the Women’s Empowerment Principles…[more]
Apply for Startup Lithuania Accelerator Programme
Deadline: July 11, 2026
Applicants are now invited applications to support early-stage tech startups from Lithuania and Central Europe to scale globally through structured acceleration, mentorship, and access to international markets…[more]
Open Call for European SMEs and Start-ups
Deadline: June 21, 2026
The EU Business Hub @ Korea Electronics Show 2026 offers a valuable opportunity for European SMEs and start-ups to expand into the Republic of Korea’s dynamic digital and technology market through a dedicated business mission in Seoul…[more]
Mobility Challenge for AI-Driven Cybersecurity Startups
Deadline: June 25, 2026
The Mobility Challenge offers startups a platform to co-create and deploy cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions with industry support and mentorship…[more]
Apply for European Mini-Slate Development Programme
Deadline: September 17, 2026
The European Mini-Slate Development Programme provides support to independent production companies in Low Audiovisual Capacity Countries to strengthen their market position, develop high-quality audiovisual projects with international potential, promote European co-productions and create opportunities for emerging talent through short film development…[more]
RFAs: Boosting Creative Startups for Disruptive Innovation
Deadline: September 23, 2026
The European Commission has announced its applications to strengthen the growth and innovation potential of creative startups and scaleups across Europe by supporting disruptive and cross-sectoral innovation within the cultural and creative industries…[more]
Apply Now: EU-CDB Regional Food Security Programme
Deadline: June 30, 2026
The EU-CDB Regional Food Security Programme is inviting applications to enhance the sustainability and resilience of food systems across the Caribbean while improving food and nutrition security for vulnerable populations…[more]
CFAs: Migration and Asylum Policy Research and Innovation Grant
Deadline: September 23, 2026
The European Commission is seeking grant applications to strengthen the implementation of the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum while advancing inclusion, integration, and health equity for migrants and refugees across Europe…[more]
AI and Data-driven Solutions Funding Programme
Deadline: July 15, 2026
The AID4SME Open Call 2 is offering support to SMEs and start-ups in developing innovative AI and data-based solutions for sustainability and industrial efficiency challenges…[more]
Apply now for Creating New Local Digital Twins Based on Common Needs
Deadline: July 13, 2026
The European Union-funded Local Digital Twins for Smart and Sustainable Communities (LDT4SSC) project is inviting pilot proposals under Work Strand 2 to support the creation of new Local Digital Twins addressing common urban challenges across Europe…[more]
Open Call: Sustainably Strengthening Export Value Chains
Deadline: June 30, 2026
The German Society for International Cooperation is offering applications to promote the sustainable development of export value chains and strengthening the competitiveness of Malagasy small and medium-sized enterprises…[more]
Magic Mind AI Accelerator for Startups and Scaleups
Deadline: Ongoing
Magic Mind is a leading European Artificial Intelligence accelerator based in Italy that supports the development, commercialization, and growth of innovative AI-driven startups and scaleups through investment, mentorship, market access, and business acceleration services…[more]
Call for Proposals: Safeguarding Europe’s Born-Digital Heritage
Deadline: July 16, 2026
The European Commission has launched the Safeguarding Europe’s Born-Digital Heritage pilot project to assess the current state of preservation and access to born-digital cultural heritage across the European Union and develop a roadmap for improving legal frameworks, policies, and best practices…[more]
Open Call: Supporting Sustainable and Smart Urban Mobility
Deadline: October 08, 2026
The European Commission (EC) is supporting a coordination and support action to accelerate the deployment of innovative urban mobility solutions and strengthen the urban mobility innovation ecosystem across Europe…[more]
Funding Available to Support Standardisation Research for Bio-Based Products
Deadline: September 17, 2026
The European Commission is inviting grant applications to support the development of standards, research, and innovation activities that enhance industrial competitiveness and environmental sustainability in the bio-based sector…[more]
Apply for Research on Food Security and Climate-Biodiversity Balance
Deadline: September 17, 2026
The European Commission is now accepting grant applications to support research and policy alignment for sustainable agriculture while safeguarding food security in the European Union…[more]
Call for Proposals: Agrobiodiversity for Food Security Program
Deadline: September 17, 2026
The European Commission is seeking grant applications to support research and innovation aimed at increasing agricultural biodiversity to strengthen food security, resilience, and competitiveness in the European Union…[more]
Applications open for Interconnecting Local Digital Twins for Smart Communities
Deadline: July 13, 2026
The Local Digital Twins for Smart and Sustainable Communities (LDT4SSC) is inviting pilot proposals under the Local Digital Twins for Smart and Sustainable Communities (LDT4SSC) initiative to strengthen interconnected, scalable, and AI-driven digital twin ecosystems across Europe…[more]
PowerUp NetZero Open Call for Business Innovation and Technology Adoption Services
Deadline: July 30, 2026
The PowerUp NetZero Open Call for Business Innovation and Technology Adoption Services aims to support SMEs and start-ups in advancing their green and digital transition through the adoption and improvement of net-zero technologies and related innovation services…[more]
Call for Grand Challenge on Quantum Sensors for Inertial Navigation
Deadline: January 14, 2027
Applications are invited for the Grand Challenge on Quantum Sensors for Inertial Navigation under Horizon Europe, supporting the development of quantum-enabled navigation systems through a two-phase competitive structure implemented in collaboration with the European Investment Bank (EIB)…[more]
Call for Expression of Interest for Tech-Savvy SMEs
Deadline: January 02, 2027
The MANTRA Expression of Interest seeks technology-driven SMEs to support the transformation of traditional manufacturing businesses across Europe…[more]
MANTRA: Green and Digital Transformation for Manufacturing SMEs
Deadline: October 01, 2026
The MANTRA project supports manufacturing SMEs in accelerating their green and digital transformation through tailored assistance, capacity building, and financial support…[more]
Open Call: 500 Global Accelerator Program in Eurasia
Deadline: June 26, 2026
The 500 Global Accelerator Program in Eurasia is a 12-week program designed to support early-stage tech startups in the Eurasia region through structured acceleration, mentorship, and access to investment opportunities…[more]
Open call for Science Communication Grants
Deadline: September 01, 2026
Applications are open for the Science Communication grant program to support professional communication projects that bring research and science to non-scientific audiences…[more]
Call for Proposals: Kick-starts Feasibility Study Programme
Deadline: August 28, 2026
The Kick-starts are six-month feasibility studies designed to assess the technical feasibility, commercial viability, and market demand of innovative services that make use of space assets…[more]
Apply Now: Feature Film and Long Animation Project Development
Deadline: Ongoing
The Project Development Scheme for Feature Films and Long Animated Films supports the further creative, technical, productional, and commercial development of Dutch majority film projects after the script development phase…[more]
Submissions open for Road to Battlefield Startup Competition
Deadline: June 20, 2026
The Road to Battlefield is a regional startup competition designed to connect early-stage innovators from Central Eurasia with global investment, mentorship, and international exposure opportunities…[more]
Call for Empowering Women Entrepreneurs for a Greener Economy (Benin and Burkina Faso)
Deadline: July 01, 2026
The Investing in Women Entrepreneurship for a Greener Economy in Benin and Burkina Faso programme is supporting women-owned and women-led agribusinesses and financial institutions through grants and repayable funding aimed at strengthening climate-smart agriculture and expanding economic opportunities for women…[more]
Call for Applications: Media Grants Programme (Sweden and Lithuania)
Deadline: October 01, 2026
The Media Grants programme supports journalistic and media productions that highlight new perspectives on Sweden and Lithuania through cross-border reporting and content creation…[more]
Request for Applications: Travel Grants Programme (Sweden and Lithuania)
Deadline: October 01, 2026
The Travel Grants programme supports short-term travel between Lithuania and Sweden to explore project ideas, build partnerships, and participate in collaborative activities that may lead to larger joint initiatives…[more]
Apply Now: Project Grants Programme (Sweden and Lithuania)
Deadline: October 01, 2026
The Project Grants programme supports joint development initiatives between Lithuania and Sweden, focusing on cooperation between young people and organisations in areas such as culture, youth and education, innovation and entrepreneurship, and civil society development…[more]
Germany and Israel Call for Projects 2026
Deadline: July 21, 2026
The governments of Germany and Israel have launched a call for proposals to support joint research and development projects aimed at creating innovative products, services, and technologies with strong market potential…[more]
Open Challenge Program for DeepTech and AI Startups in India
Deadline: July 15, 2026
The Open Challenge Program is seeking applications to support innovative DeepTech and AI startups in India through funding, incubation, and growth support…[more]
SmartAgri CoE Open Challenge Program (India)
Deadline: July 15, 2026
The SmartAgri CoE Open Challenge Program is inviting applications to support AgriTech startups in developing innovative and sustainable agricultural solutions…[more]
Good Food Makers: Accelerating the Future of Food (Italy)
Deadline: July 10, 2026
The Barilla Group, in collaboration with Almacube has launched a Call for Innovation to identify cutting-edge technologies and solutions that solve strategic business challenges…[more]
Arunachal Pradesh Entrepreneurship Development Program 5.0 (India)
Deadline: July 20, 2026
The Arunachal Pradesh Entrepreneurship Development Program 5.0 offers to support early-stage entrepreneurs to build viable businesses and strengthen the local economy…[more]
ASTRID Climatic Extremes Call for Expression of Interest 2026 (France)
Deadline: July 31, 2026
The French National Research Agency (ANR), in collaboration with the French Defence Innovation Agency (AID), is launching the call for expression of interest “Climatic Extremes”…[more]
RFAs: Green Development, Green Innovation, and Circular Economy Start-up Projects (Moldova)
Deadline: June 28, 2026
The “Facilitating an Inclusive Green Transition in the Republic of Moldova,” funded by the European Union and implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has launched a call for applications to support micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) and start-ups in adopting sustainable and innovative business practices…[more]
Accelerating Business Leadership and Entrepreneurship Accelerator Program (US)
Deadline: July 12, 2026
The Accelerating Business Leadership and Entrepreneurship program is seeking applications to help U.S. entrepreneurs scale impact-focused businesses through mentorship, training, and funding opportunities…[more]
Apply Now: Tech Yukon Digital and AI Adoption Program (Canada)
Deadline: June 30, 2026
The Tech Yukon Digital & AI Adoption Program offers to support small Yukon businesses with funding and advisory services to adopt e-commerce and AI solutions…[more]
Call for Research Coordinating Center for Youth Obesity Treatment Research (United States)
Deadline: September 09, 2026
The National Institutes of Health is inviting applications for its Research Coordinating Center to support a consortium of clinical centers conducting research on optimal anti-obesity medication treatment strategies for children and adolescents with obesity…[more]
Call for Applications: Sustainable Tourism Market Scoping (Uganda)
Deadline: June 26, 2026
The United Nations Capital Development Fund, in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme and funded by the European Union, is seeking applications to conduct a market scoping study that will support the development of sustainable and nature-based tourism MSMEs across Uganda’s tourism value chain…[more]
NOFO: Robotics Adoption Central Convening Body Summer (UK)
Deadline: July 08, 2026
The Robotics Adoption Central Convening Body Summer Competition offers funding to establish a national coordination function that accelerates robotics adoption across the UK…[more]
Apply for Business Freedom Grant Program (US)
Deadline: June 30, 2026
The Business Freedom Grant Program provides financial support to individuals aiming to start or grow a business and move toward financial independence through entrepreneurship…[more]
Accessibility Improvement Grant Program – Major (Australia)
Deadline: June 21, 2026
The Accessibility Improvement Grant Program is requesting applications to support small businesses and not-for-profit organisations in the tourism sector to improve accessibility within visitor experiences…[more]
NSIA Prize for Innovation Programme (Nigeria)
Deadline: July 08, 2026
The NSIA Prize for Innovation is a programme in Nigeria designed to promote youth entrepreneurship by supporting innovative startups with transformative and locally driven solutions…[more]
LEP Business Transformation Grant 2026–27 (United Kingdom)
Deadline: July 16, 2026
The LEP Business Transformation Grant is inviting applications to support micro and small businesses in Derry and Strabane to achieve sustainable and measurable growth through strategic business transformation projects…[more]
CFAs: Investment Readiness Support for Agri-MSMEs Initiative (Rwanda)
Deadline: June 22, 2026
The United Nations Development Programme is seeking grant applications to strengthens agri-MSMEs and cooperatives by improving business planning and developing bankable project proposals to attract financing…[more]
MAENA Project: Support for Farmers to Optimize Water Use in Agriculture (Italy)
Deadline: June 22, 2026
The MAENA project in Italy supports farmers in adopting sustainable water management practices to improve irrigation efficiency and climate resilience in agriculture…[more]
BioNEST-JIIT Incubation Programme for Innovators and Entrepreneurs (India)
Deadline: June 30, 2026
The BioNEST-JIIT Incubation Programme is an innovation support initiative in India that invites students, researchers, faculty, and entrepreneurs to develop and scale ideas in biotechnology, health-tech, and allied scientific domains…[more]
EU and UNDP Support 30 Green Initiatives (Moldova)
Deadline: June 28, 2026
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Moldova, through the European Union-funded project “Enabling an Inclusive Green Transition in the Republic of Moldova,” has launched a call for proposals to support 30 sustainable businesses and startups in adopting green and innovative practices…[more]
CFAs: Advancing Cleantech Innovation and Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Development (South Africa)
Deadline: July 10, 2026
The Cleantech Innovation Programme is now accepting applications to support South African enterprises advancing innovative solutions for climate and sustainability challenges…[more]
FoundHers Innovation Labs Venture Studio for Women-Led Tech Startups (Canada)
Deadline: August 05, 2026
FoundHers Innovation Labs is a high-impact, 3-month hybrid venture studio designed to support exceptional and diverse women founders who are scaling tech-enabled ventures…[more]
Open Challenge Program for DeepTech and AI Startups (India)
Deadline: July 15, 2026
NERVE CoE has launched the Open Challenge Program (OCP) to support DeepTech and AI-driven startups by providing infrastructure, funding, mentorship, and market access opportunities through its incubation programme in Nagpur…[more]
Open Challenge Program for DeepTech and AI MSMEs (India)
Deadline: July 15, 2026
The Open Challenge Program (OCP) is an initiative designed to support Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) working on DeepTech and innovative AI-based solutions across sectors such as HealthTech, Smart Earth, AgriTech, Mining, and other emerging industries, with implementation based in Nagpur…[more]
Aalto Creatives Pre-incubator Programme for Creative Entrepreneurs (Finland)
Deadline: September 07, 2026
The Aalto Creatives Pre-incubator Programme is a structured entrepreneurship development initiative by Aalto University designed to support creative professionals in transforming early-stage ideas into viable business ventures…[more]
Applications Open for Mindanao TECH PLANTER 2026 (Philippines)
Deadline: July 10, 2026
Applications are now open for Mindanao TECH PLANTER 2026, a program that supports the development and presentation of research-driven deep tech innovations in Mindanao…[more]