Deadline: 31 October 2017 Applications are open for the ARThinkSouthAsia Fellowship 2018-19 that is designed to help develop skills, knowledge, networks and experience of potential leaders in the arts and cultural sector of South Asia. The Fellowship is supported by Goethe-Institut, British … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: ARThinkSouthAsia Fellowship 2018-19
PEMSEA Youth Grant Competition 2017: Enabling Young Leaders
Deadline: 31 August 2017 PEMSEA is seeking applications from youth leaders for its program entitled “The Youth Grant Competition” in order to enable young leaders to provide real world solutions. The Youth Program engages and empowers youth leaders across the region to take ownership of the health … [Read more...] about PEMSEA Youth Grant Competition 2017: Enabling Young Leaders
HEAD Foundation’s Request for Proposals: Contributing to Human Capital & Education for Asian Development
Deadline: 15 September 2017 The HEAD Foundation (THF) has announced a 2017 Request for Proposals (RFP) to support projects that allow the Foundation to fulfill its mission of contributing to Human Capital & Education for Asian Development. The Foundation has a particular interest in projects … [Read more...] about HEAD Foundation’s Request for Proposals: Contributing to Human Capital & Education for Asian Development
APWLD Call for Applications: Labour Rights Participatory Action Research for Change Programme
Deadline: 31 August 2017 Asia Pacific Forum on Women, law and Development (APWLD) is currently inviting women trade unions, workers’ groups and migrant workers groups to take part in this exciting Labour Rights Feminist Participatory Action Research (Labour FPAR) programme that aims to develop … [Read more...] about APWLD Call for Applications: Labour Rights Participatory Action Research for Change Programme
Internet for Development Grant: Scaling-Up an Innovative Internet-Based Solution to Development Issues
Deadline: 15 September 2017 The Internet for Development Grant will support the scaling-up of an innovative Internet-based solution to development issues. Innovation and a development focus must be an integral part of the project proposal. Applications areas such as women and girls in IT, … [Read more...] about Internet for Development Grant: Scaling-Up an Innovative Internet-Based Solution to Development Issues
Prince Claus Fund: Call for Proposals for Contemporary Take, Beyond Cultural Heritage
Deadline: 15 September 2017 The Prince Claus Fund and the British Council has announced a new joint Call for Proposals for Contemporary Take, Beyond Cultural Heritage. The Fund believes that both heritage and arts have the potential to create dialogue between communities and foster mutual … [Read more...] about Prince Claus Fund: Call for Proposals for Contemporary Take, Beyond Cultural Heritage
A List of Open Funding Opportunities for Asian Countries!
The Prince Claus Fund: First Aid to Documentary Heritage under Threat Deadline: 31 December 2017 The Prince Claus Fund, through its Cultural Emergency Response programme (CER), and the Whiting Foundation, is seeking proposals for projects in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean to … [Read more...] about A List of Open Funding Opportunities for Asian Countries!
Applications Open for ASEAN Impact Challenge 2017!
Deadline: 9 September 2017 Applicants are invited to apply for ASEAN Impact Challenge 2017 in order to discover innovators from Southeast Asia who are accelerating the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals through cross-sector partnerships and disruptive innovations. The theme of the … [Read more...] about Applications Open for ASEAN Impact Challenge 2017!
The Y-HER Accelerator Program: An Open Opportunity for Passionate Female Entrepreneurs in Africa
Deadline: 22 September 2017 Are you a Female Founder that has already launched a business that is making a difference in the lives of the women and girls in your community (by improving education, health, homes or creating good jobs)? Do you want to scale their venture to impact many more people? … [Read more...] about The Y-HER Accelerator Program: An Open Opportunity for Passionate Female Entrepreneurs in Africa
OSISA Call for Proposals: Combatting Illicit Financial Flows in Southern Africa
Deadline: 30 August 2017 The Open Society Initiative for Southern Africa (OSISA) has announced the Call for Proposals for its continuing work on combatting illicit financial flows. Through research, grant-making and advocacy under its Economic and Social Justice cluster, OSISA will support … [Read more...] about OSISA Call for Proposals: Combatting Illicit Financial Flows in Southern Africa
Applications Open for Initiative Southern Africa (INISA) Student Grant 2017!
Deadline: 31 August 2017 The Initiative Southern Africa (INISA) is currently inviting applicants for its Student Grant 2017 that will offer a grant for students from Universities and other tertiary education institutions in countries of the SADC region (Angola, Botswana, the Democratic Republic of … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Initiative Southern Africa (INISA) Student Grant 2017!
Media Foundation for West Africa: Seeking Entries for West Africa Media Excellence Awards
Deadline: 17 September 2017 Are you a journalist in West Africa who has produced compelling work(s) that has had significant impact on society? If yes, the Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) invites you to submit your work(s) for consideration for the first ever West Africa Media Excellence … [Read more...] about Media Foundation for West Africa: Seeking Entries for West Africa Media Excellence Awards
Ecologists in Africa Grant Program: Developing Skills & Knowledge for Innovative Ecological Research
Deadline: 11 September 2017 The British Ecological Society (BES) is currently inviting applicants for its Ecologists in Africa Grant Program to carry out innovative ecological research. The grant is designed to develop their skills, experience and knowledge base as well as making connections with … [Read more...] about Ecologists in Africa Grant Program: Developing Skills & Knowledge for Innovative Ecological Research
Apply for Euromena Awards: Celebrating the Richness and Strength of African Innovation!
Deadline: 22 October 2017 Euromena Consulting is currently accepting applications for its Euromena Awards with an aim to discover and show the world the talents and capacity for innovation in Africa. The Awards are an opportunity to celebrate the richness and strength of African innovation. The … [Read more...] about Apply for Euromena Awards: Celebrating the Richness and Strength of African Innovation!
Mary Kay Ash Charitable Foundation: Shelter Grant to Domestic Violence Shelters across Canada
Deadline: 31 October 2017 The Mary Kay Foundation is seeking applications for its Shelter Grant to Domestic Violence Shelters across Canada. The mission of the Mary Kay Ash Charitable Foundation is to eliminate violence against women. As a part of this effort, the Foundation wishes to donate funds … [Read more...] about Mary Kay Ash Charitable Foundation: Shelter Grant to Domestic Violence Shelters across Canada
2017 Zambezi Prize: Raising Awareness of Entrepreneurship and Financial Inclusion
Deadline: 30 September 2017 Applications are open for the 2017 Zambezi Prize in order to raise awareness of entrepreneurship and financial inclusion, encourage the flow of capital to financial inclusion ventures, and advance entrepreneurship and financial inclusion to fuel broad-based … [Read more...] about 2017 Zambezi Prize: Raising Awareness of Entrepreneurship and Financial Inclusion
Applications Open for Next Einstein Forum (NEF) Ambassadors Programme!
Deadline: 3 September 2017 Applicants are invited to apply for the Next Einstein Forum (NEF) Ambassadors Programme to build a targeted team of 54 young Ambassadors, one from each African country. NEF Ambassadors, who are all under 42 years, drive the NEF’s local public engagement activities while … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Next Einstein Forum (NEF) Ambassadors Programme!
NEPAD Call for Applications: Mobility Grants under the BioFISA II Programme
Deadline: 1 December 2018 The New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD) is seeking applications for its Mobility Grants under the BioFISA II Programme. The BioFISA II Programme (a Finnish-Southern African Partnership Programme) is aimed at strengthening the NEPAD SANBio Network and in this … [Read more...] about NEPAD Call for Applications: Mobility Grants under the BioFISA II Programme
Lipman-Miliband Trust: Seeking Applications for the Southern Africa Fund
Deadline: 30 September 2017 The Lipman-Miliband Trust is seeking applications for its Southern Africa Fund in order to support progressive social, economic and cultural projects which originate from, or engage with, Southern Africa. Applications can be for small projects but also could be for … [Read more...] about Lipman-Miliband Trust: Seeking Applications for the Southern Africa Fund
OECD: 17th International Economic Forum on Africa 2017
Deadline: 4 September 2017 Are you a young entrepreneur? Do you reside in Africa? Here's your chance to participate in the 2017 International Economic Forum on Africa 2017! The 2017 International African Economic Forum will be held in Paris on October 4th 2017, gathering OECD officials and African … [Read more...] about OECD: 17th International Economic Forum on Africa 2017
Applications Open for 7th Edition of Norbert Zongo Investigative Journalism Award!
Deadline: 30 August 2017 The Norbert Zongo Investigative Prize is an award of excellence to reward the best works of investigative journalism. The Prize is opened to all the professional journalists of Africa regularly employed in press or collaborating with African press. Works must be published … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 7th Edition of Norbert Zongo Investigative Journalism Award!
CEPF Call for LOIs: Eastern Afromontane Biodiversity Hotspot Large Grants Programme
Deadline: 4 September 2017 The Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund (CEPF) is currently accepting Letters of Inquiry (LOIs) from non-governmental organizations, community groups, private enterprises, universities, and other civil society organizations for its Eastern Afromontane Biodiversity Hotspot … [Read more...] about CEPF Call for LOIs: Eastern Afromontane Biodiversity Hotspot Large Grants Programme
Applications Open for African Forum on Youth Skills & Enterprise in the Digital Age!
Deadline: 4 September 2017 Applications are open for African Forum on Youth Skills & Enterprise in the Digital Age that will bring together senior policymakers, government administration senior officials, development partners, private sector, representatives of African youth, young … [Read more...] about Applications Open for African Forum on Youth Skills & Enterprise in the Digital Age!
CODESRIA: Applications Open for Meaning-making Research Initiatives (MRI)
Deadline: 31 August 2017 The Council for the Development of Social Science Research in Africa (CODESRIA) is currently seeking applications for its Meaning-making Research Initiatives (MRI) to support research that contributes to agendas for imagining, planning and creating African futures. MRI … [Read more...] about CODESRIA: Applications Open for Meaning-making Research Initiatives (MRI)
Nordic Culture Point: Inviting Applicants for Culture and Art Programme
Deadline: 20 September 2017 Nordic Culture Point is currently accepting applications for its Culture and Art Programme with an aim to provide support to innovative projects of high artistic and cultural merit, that promote a multifaceted and sustainable Nordic region. The Culture and Art Programme … [Read more...] about Nordic Culture Point: Inviting Applicants for Culture and Art Programme
Africa Energy Prize: Tackling the African Continent’s Energy Challenges
Deadline: 1 December 2017 Seedstars & Enel has announced partnership to create the Africa Energy Prize. Partnering with Enel will give Seedstars a unique opportunity to reward tech startups striving to tackle the African continent’s energy challenges. This challenge is surmountable and the … [Read more...] about Africa Energy Prize: Tackling the African Continent’s Energy Challenges
Apply for 2nd Annual Africa Youth in Agribusiness Day Challenge 2017
Deadline: 1 September 2017 Are you a young African between the ages of 18 and 35? Do you have a passion for youth participation in the transformation of agribusiness in Africa? If yes, then apply for the 2nd Annual Africa Youth in Agribusiness Day Challenge. The African Agribusiness Incubators … [Read more...] about Apply for 2nd Annual Africa Youth in Agribusiness Day Challenge 2017
Applications Open for Peace Revolution’s African Youth Amani Fellowship III!
Deadline: 4 September 2017 Are you a young African peace activist looking for the key to self-development to help you in your life and work? Do you feel uncomfortable with the threats to peace and security in Africa? Would you like to learn how to develop your own Inner Peace in order to advocate … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Peace Revolution’s African Youth Amani Fellowship III!
Norad Call for Applications: Supporting Research Institutions and Organizations in Sub-Saharan Africa
Deadline: 1 September 2017 The Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (Norad) is inviting research institutions and research organizations based in the Sub-Saharan Africa to submit applications for funding to increase research-based knowledge of high quality on poverty alleviation and … [Read more...] about Norad Call for Applications: Supporting Research Institutions and Organizations in Sub-Saharan Africa
The Africa Art Box Award: Supporting System for Digital Creation
Deadline: 30 September 2017 Applications are open for “The Africa Art Box Award” which is a support system for digital creation and offers award-winning artists the opportunity to realize their creative project in an international, collaborative space and surrounded by an experienced and … [Read more...] about The Africa Art Box Award: Supporting System for Digital Creation
RECP Finance Catalyst: Targeting Small and Medium Scale Renewable Energy Projects in Sub-Saharan Africa
Deadline: 30 August 2017 The Africa-EU Renewable Energy Cooperation Programme (RECP) is seeking proposals for its program entailed “Finance Catalyst” to finance opportunities and vice versa, targeting small- and medium-scale renewable energy projects in Sub-Saharan Africa. The Finance Catalyst … [Read more...] about RECP Finance Catalyst: Targeting Small and Medium Scale Renewable Energy Projects in Sub-Saharan Africa
EDCTP Call for Proposals: Career Development Fellowships
Deadline: 21 November 2017 The European and Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership (EDCTP) is currently inviting applicants for its Career Development Fellowships to provide funding to actions that aim to support junior to mid-career researchers (‘fellows’) to train and develop their … [Read more...] about EDCTP Call for Proposals: Career Development Fellowships
Australian High Commission in Ghana: Seeking Applications for Direct Aid Program 2017-18
Deadline: 31 August 2017 The Australian High Commission in Ghana is seeking applications for Direct Aid Program for 2017-18, small grants program to help fund development projects in its countries of accreditation including Burkina Faso, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Mali, Senegal, Sierra … [Read more...] about Australian High Commission in Ghana: Seeking Applications for Direct Aid Program 2017-18
The Wilbur and Niso Smith Foundation: Seeking Applications for the Literacy Fund
Deadline: 21 September 2017 The Wilbur and Niso Smith Foundation is currently inviting proposals from organisations working or based in Sub-Saharan Africa for the Literacy Fund to undertake projects to increase literacy levels in young people. The Wilbur and Niso Smith Foundation is a charitable … [Read more...] about The Wilbur and Niso Smith Foundation: Seeking Applications for the Literacy Fund
The Other Foundation Research Grant: Seeking EOIs from African Researchers
Deadline: 31 August 2017 The Other Foundation is seeking expression of interests for its Research Grant to work with the data from the first statistically sound, nationally representative survey of opinions about homosexuality and gender non-conformity, in South Africa. During this embargoed … [Read more...] about The Other Foundation Research Grant: Seeking EOIs from African Researchers
A List of Open Opportunities for African Countries
WARC Travel Grant Program: Inviting West African National Deadline: 15 September 2017 The West African Research Association (WARC) is currently inviting West African nationals for its Travel Grant program to promote intra-African cooperation and exchange among researchers and institutions by … [Read more...] about A List of Open Opportunities for African Countries
Internews Representative Office’s Small Grant Program: Supporting Investigative Journalism in Kazakhstan
Deadline: 31 August 2017 The Internews representative office in Kazakhstan has announced a competition to provide small grants for conducting journalistic investigations. The purpose of the issue is to support investigative journalism in Kazakhstan. Topics Right; Society Against … [Read more...] about Internews Representative Office’s Small Grant Program: Supporting Investigative Journalism in Kazakhstan
Applications Open for 2017-18 Australia-Indonesia Youth Exchange Program (AIYEP)!
Deadline: 24 September 2017 Applications are open for "2017-18 Australia-Indonesia Youth Exchange Program (AIYEP)". AIYEP is a core program of the Australia-Indonesia Institute, an Australian Government body administered by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The program is run in … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2017-18 Australia-Indonesia Youth Exchange Program (AIYEP)!
Applications Open for National Entrepreneurship Awards 2017!
Deadline: 15 September 2017 The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MoSDE) is seeking applications for its National Entrepreneurship Awards 2017 to encourage a culture of entrepreneurship across the country and to highlight the models of excellence for others to emulate and improve … [Read more...] about Applications Open for National Entrepreneurship Awards 2017!
Palliative Care Development in Africa: Seeking Applications for Small Grants Programme
Deadline: 1 September 2017 The Trustees of the True Colours Trust have set aside funds towards a small grants programme for hospices and palliative care providers across Africa to support the development of palliative care. Applications and approved grants are administered by the African … [Read more...] about Palliative Care Development in Africa: Seeking Applications for Small Grants Programme
EDCTP Call for Proposals: Ethics and Regulatory Capacities Programme
Deadline: 21 November 2017 The European and Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership (EDCTP) is currently inviting applications for its Ethics and Regulatory Capacities Programme in order to provide funding to actions that aim to support sub-Saharan African countries to establish and … [Read more...] about EDCTP Call for Proposals: Ethics and Regulatory Capacities Programme
Apply for BIRAC 6th Call for Proposals under SPARSH on Waste to Value!
Deadline: 30 September 2017 The Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) has announced its 6th Call for Proposals under Social Innovation Programme for Products: Affordable and Relevant to Societal Health (SPARSH) on "Waste to Value". SPARSH aims at promoting development of … [Read more...] about Apply for BIRAC 6th Call for Proposals under SPARSH on Waste to Value!
Norwegian Embassy in Belgrade Call for Proposals: Strengthening EU Integration in Macedonia
Deadline: 1 October 2017 The Norwegian Embassy in Belgrade is seeking proposals from public institutions and international organizations for its "Strengthening EU integration in Macedonia". This call aims to provide project-based support within the three priority areas of Norwegian development … [Read more...] about Norwegian Embassy in Belgrade Call for Proposals: Strengthening EU Integration in Macedonia
Reimagine Education Conference & Awards: Enhancing Student Learning Outcomes & Employability
Deadline: 10 September 2017 Applications are open for Reimagine Education Conference & Awards that is a prestigious international competition rewarding innovative initiatives aimed at enhancing student learning outcomes & employability. The awards culminates in a global conference for … [Read more...] about Reimagine Education Conference & Awards: Enhancing Student Learning Outcomes & Employability
DHHS-CDC: Supporting the Provision of Comprehensive HIV Testing, Treatment, Care and Support Services in the Republic of Zimbabwe under PEPFAR
Deadline: 17 October 2017 The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is seeking applications for its "Supporting the Provision of Comprehensive HIV Testing, Treatment, Care, and Support Services in the Republic of Zimbabwe under the President's … [Read more...] about DHHS-CDC: Supporting the Provision of Comprehensive HIV Testing, Treatment, Care and Support Services in the Republic of Zimbabwe under PEPFAR
DHHS-CDC: Strengthening Implementation and Use of Effective Health Information Systems through Improved Governance, Design, Planning, Capacity Development, and Technical Implementation under PEPFAR
Deadline: 17 October 2017 The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is seeking applications for its "Strengthening Implementation and Use of Effective Health Information Systems through Improved Governance, Design, Planning, Capacity Development, and … [Read more...] about DHHS-CDC: Strengthening Implementation and Use of Effective Health Information Systems through Improved Governance, Design, Planning, Capacity Development, and Technical Implementation under PEPFAR
AWDF Call for Applications: 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence Program
Deadline: 12 September 2017 The African Women’s Development Fund (AWDF) is currently accepting proposals for a programme entitled “16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence in 2017” with an aim to support the global campaign to end violence against women. AWDF will fund small sized women’s … [Read more...] about AWDF Call for Applications: 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence Program
Call for Proposals: Elevating the Role of Women in Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism in Southeast Asia
Deadline: 7 September 2017 The Global Center on Cooperative Security (Global Center) is seeking proposals from civil society organizations (CSOs) in Southeast Asia to undertake initiatives focused on elevating the role of women in preventing and countering violent extremism (P/CVE). This small … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Elevating the Role of Women in Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism in Southeast Asia
Submit Proposals for The Joseph Rowntree Reform Trust Ltd’s Grant Program!
Deadline: 30 October 2017 The Joseph Rowntree Reform Trust Ltd (JRRT) is currently accepting applications for its grant program to support political campaigns in the UK to promote democratic reform, civil liberties and social justice. Objectives The Trust seeks to: correct imbalances of … [Read more...] about Submit Proposals for The Joseph Rowntree Reform Trust Ltd’s Grant Program!
Embassy of Switzerland in Macedonia: Call for Proposals for Cultural Projects
Deadline: 15 September 2017 The Embassy of Switzerland in Macedonia has launched a Call for Proposals for Cultural Projects to support innovative cultural events and the strengthening of organisations from the independent cultural scene in Macedonia. The Swiss Cooperation programme in Macedonia … [Read more...] about Embassy of Switzerland in Macedonia: Call for Proposals for Cultural Projects


