Deadline: 24 October 2016 The United States Department of State Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) is calling organizations interested in submitting Statements of Interest (SOI) for programs that support the policy objective to promote internationally recognized labor rights in … [Read more...] about Bureau of DRL: Promoting Internationally Recognized Labor Rights in Malaysia, Nigeria and Vietnam
Bureau of DRL: Promoting Internationally Recognized Labor Rights in Vietnam, South Asia and the Gulf
Deadline: 30 November 2016 The United States Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) is seeking proposals from eligible organizations for projects that support the policy objective of promoting internationally recognized labor rights in Vietnam, South Asia and the … [Read more...] about Bureau of DRL: Promoting Internationally Recognized Labor Rights in Vietnam, South Asia and the Gulf
Department of Justice and Equality: Call for Proposals for Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund
Deadline: 10 November 2016 The Department of Justice and Equality has launched a call for proposals for suitably qualified organisations for project funding under the European Union Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund (AMIF) 2014-2020. The overall objective of the EU Asylum, Migration and … [Read more...] about Department of Justice and Equality: Call for Proposals for Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund
Chan Zuckerberg Initiative: Advancing Human Potential and Promoting Equality
Profile: Chan Zuckerberg Initiative IMPORTANT: The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative is not likely to offer any funding opportunities to NGOs at this time. It is not a grant giving foundation but a company that also invests in social enterprises. Founded on: 1 December 2015 Location: Menlo … [Read more...] about Chan Zuckerberg Initiative: Advancing Human Potential and Promoting Equality
HIF Invention Grants: Move Beyond Insights and Bring an Idea to Life
The Humanitarian Innovation Fund's Invention Grants are provided for the invention of a creative solution or novel idea, which helps address a problem or seize an opportunity. Combining analysis, discussion and, most importantly, creativity to generate ideas or harness new technologies. By … [Read more...] about HIF Invention Grants: Move Beyond Insights and Bring an Idea to Life
HIF Diffusion Grants: Extended Outreach of Successful Innovations
The Humanitarian Innovation Fund's Diffusion Grants are for the diffusion and extended outreach of successful innovations – taking them to scale and leading to wider adoptions outside the original setting. This might mean scaling within a large organisation, or transferring knowledge to other … [Read more...] about HIF Diffusion Grants: Extended Outreach of Successful Innovations
Humanitarian Innovation Fund: Recognition Grants
Are you an aid worker in a humanitarian setting that can see a process isn’t efficient, or a product not adequate, but need support to research this further? Or, do you have a bright idea for inventing a device or process that could improve the quality and speed in which aid is delivered but need … [Read more...] about Humanitarian Innovation Fund: Recognition Grants
The Humanitarian Innovation Fund: Core Grants to Provide Solutions to Humanitarian Challenges
Do you have an innovative project? Does your project relate to humanitarian aid? If yes, then apply for Humanitarian Innovation Fund's Core grants. The Humanitarian Innovation Fund supports organisations and individuals to identify, nurture and share innovative and scalable solutions to the … [Read more...] about The Humanitarian Innovation Fund: Core Grants to Provide Solutions to Humanitarian Challenges
The Summerlee Foundation’s Animal Protection Program: Promoting Animal Welfare across US
Deadline: Ongoing The Summerlee Foundation is currently accepting proposals from eligible entities for its Animal Protection Program, supporting projects of animal rescue, research, rehabilitation and advocacy. This program has assisted a wide variety of programs including companion animal issues, … [Read more...] about The Summerlee Foundation’s Animal Protection Program: Promoting Animal Welfare across US
Apply for Paul Hamlyn Foundation’s Lost Childhoods Fund!
Deadline: Ongoing The Paul Hamlyn Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Lost Childhoods Fund to enable especially vulnerable people living anywhere in India to improve their lives. Lost Childhoods is concerned with the many thousands of children and young people who run away from … [Read more...] about Apply for Paul Hamlyn Foundation’s Lost Childhoods Fund!
Applications Open for WWF Prince Bernhard Scholarships 2017 for Nature Conservation
Deadline: 6 January 2017 Applications are open for WWF Prince Bernhard Scholarships 2017 for nature conservation with an aim to provide financial support to individuals who wish to pursue short-term professional training or formal studies that will help them contribute more effectively to … [Read more...] about Applications Open for WWF Prince Bernhard Scholarships 2017 for Nature Conservation
The Rufford Foundation: Providing Small Grants for Nature Conservation Projects Across Developing World
Deadline: Ongoing The Rufford Foundation is currently seeking applications for Rufford Small Grants for Nature Conservation program. The Rufford Foundation is a UK registered charity which funds nature conservation projects across the developing world. It has awarded grants to over 3000 projects … [Read more...] about The Rufford Foundation: Providing Small Grants for Nature Conservation Projects Across Developing World
2016 Lawrence Foundation’s Grant Programme: Supporting Environment & Education
Deadline: 1 November 2016 The Lawrence Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Grant Programme 2016 with an aim to support environmental, human services and other causes. The Lawrence Foundation is a private family foundation focused on making grants to support environmental, … [Read more...] about 2016 Lawrence Foundation’s Grant Programme: Supporting Environment & Education
Apply for Volvo Environment Prize 2017: Promoting Scientific Research & Innovations
Deadline: 10 January 2017 The Volvo Environment Prize Foundation is currently inviting applications from individuals and organizations to submit nominations for the Volvo Environment Prize 2017 with an aim to promote scientific research and innovations that in broad terms fall within the … [Read more...] about Apply for Volvo Environment Prize 2017: Promoting Scientific Research & Innovations
National Science Foundation: Energy for Sustainability Programme
Deadline: 20 October 2016 National Science Foundation (NSF) is accepting applications for its Energy for Sustainability Programme with an aim to support fundamental engineering research that will enable innovative processes and solutions for the sustainable production of electricity and fuels, and … [Read more...] about National Science Foundation: Energy for Sustainability Programme
Whitley Wildlife Conservation Trust: Grants to Individuals Undertaking Nature Conservation Projects
Deadline: 31 October 2016 The Whitley Wildlife Conservation Trust awards a number of Grants to Individuals Undertaking Nature Conservation Projects; projects may involve practical habitat or species management, research, training, education, awareness raising or campaigning. Funding … [Read more...] about Whitley Wildlife Conservation Trust: Grants to Individuals Undertaking Nature Conservation Projects
WFN Whitley Awards 2017: Inviting Grassroots Conservation NGOs
Deadline: 31 October 2016 The Whitley Fund for Nature (WFN) is offering Whitley Awards 2017 to support outstanding nature conservationists around the developing world. Aims Find and fund the most effective grassroots conservation leaders in developing countries. Support the scale-up of … [Read more...] about WFN Whitley Awards 2017: Inviting Grassroots Conservation NGOs
Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund: Addressing the Needs of Species Conservation
Deadline: 31 October 2016 The Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund is currently inviting applications for its Grant program with an aim to provide targeted grants to individual species conservation initiatives recognize leaders in the field and elevate the importance of species in the … [Read more...] about Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund: Addressing the Needs of Species Conservation
Apply for the Prestigious Energy Globe Award for Sustainability!
Deadline: 6 December 2016 Applications are open for the world’s most prestigious award for sustainability- the Energy Globe Award 2017. The objective of the Energy Globe Award is to present successful sustainable projects to a global audience and to demonstrate that for many environmental problems … [Read more...] about Apply for the Prestigious Energy Globe Award for Sustainability!
Waitt Foundation: Rapid Ocean Conservation (ROC) Small Grants Program
Deadline: Ongoing The Waitt Foundation’s is currently seeking applications for its Rapid Ocean Conservation (ROC) small grants program to strengthen and expand marine protected areas, and to promote sustainable fisheries. ROC Grants provide small grants with a quick turnaround time for solutions … [Read more...] about Waitt Foundation: Rapid Ocean Conservation (ROC) Small Grants Program
Call for Applications: Indigenous Leaders Conservation Fellowship 2016-2017
Deadline: 30 September 2016 Conservation International is inviting indigenous people to apply for the Indigenous Leaders Conservation Fellowship 2016-2017. This seven-month fellowship creates opportunities for new leaders from indigenous and traditional people’s communities and organizations from … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Indigenous Leaders Conservation Fellowship 2016-2017
Call for Proposals 2016: SEPS Knowledge Exchange Program
Deadline: 17 October 2016 WISIONS is currently inviting applications for its Sustainable Energy Project Support (SEPS) Knowledge Exchange program with an aim to mobilize knowledge and expertise among energy practitioners and other stakeholders in the field of sustainable energy technologies in the … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals 2016: SEPS Knowledge Exchange Program
WHO Call for Applications: Collaborative Research on Health & Environment in the South East Asian and Western Pacific Regions
Deadline: 15 October 2016 The World Health Organization (WHO) is seeking applications for its Collaborative research on health and the environment in the South East Asian and Western Pacific Regions in order to undertake a socio ecological systems approach to understanding the challenges of VBDs … [Read more...] about WHO Call for Applications: Collaborative Research on Health & Environment in the South East Asian and Western Pacific Regions
CAPPP’s Conservation Stewards Program: Supporting Biodiversity Conservation & Ecosystem around the World
Deadline: 15 October 2016 The Conservation Agreements Private Partnership Platform (CAPPP) is currently inviting applications for its Conservation Stewards Program (CSP) in order to catalyze private sector participation in biodiversity conservation and ecosystem service maintenance. CAPPP’s goal … [Read more...] about CAPPP’s Conservation Stewards Program: Supporting Biodiversity Conservation & Ecosystem around the World
Applications Open for ICT for Mountain Development Award 2016!
Deadline: 30 November 2016 International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) is currently inviting applications for the ICT for Mountain Development Award 2016 that recognizes innovations in information and communications technology for Development (ICTD) that can help promote … [Read more...] about Applications Open for ICT for Mountain Development Award 2016!
Entries Open for St Andrews Prize for the Environment!
Deadline: 31 October 2016 The University of St Andrews and independent exploration and production company ConocoPhillips are seeking entries for St Andrews Prize for the Environment 2017 with a motive to find innovative solutions to environmental challenges. The solutions should be practical, … [Read more...] about Entries Open for St Andrews Prize for the Environment!
World Wildlife Fund: Conservation Workshop Grants 2016
Deadline: 1 November 2016 The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) is seeking applications from local organizations for its Conservation Workshop Grants 2016 . The grants support training workshops with a strong hands-on learning component that will build capacity for people living in WWF priority places in … [Read more...] about World Wildlife Fund: Conservation Workshop Grants 2016
Nagao Natural Environment Foundation: Research Grants 2016
Deadline: 17 October 2016 The Nagao Natural Environment Foundation (NEF) is currently inviting applications from Asia- Pacific researchers for its Research Grant Programme. The programme supports academic and scientific research that will deepen knowledge of the nature conservation in developing … [Read more...] about Nagao Natural Environment Foundation: Research Grants 2016
A List of Open Opportunities on Environment and Conservation
Here are some recently opened funding opportunities for Environment & Conservation by various foundations in order to support NGOs, institutions and individuals working for the development of our Environment & Conservation. Please visit the list by clicking “Next”. CFH's 2017 Grants … [Read more...] about A List of Open Opportunities on Environment and Conservation
EJAF Pioneer Grants: Supporting Initiatives Focused on an Individual Key Population at Higher Risk
Deadline: 31 October 2016 The Elton John AIDS Foundation (EJAF) is currently seeking proposals for its Pioneer Grants which will be supporting a specific initiative focusing on an individual key population at higher risk – such as men who have sex with men (MSM), sex workers and injecting drug … [Read more...] about EJAF Pioneer Grants: Supporting Initiatives Focused on an Individual Key Population at Higher Risk
Call for Nominations: ESWRA Annual Awards 2017
Deadline: 2 December 2016 The European Social Work Research Association (ESWRA) is seeking nominations from individuals whose research and publication are deemed to have made the most significant contribution to research in social work of those put forward for consideration. Award Categories Two … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: ESWRA Annual Awards 2017
Apply for Chivas Regal’s “The Venture” Competition! An Open Opportunity for Social Businesses around the World
Deadline: Various (See the deadline by countries here) Are you in need of funding? Do you have an innovative social business that is helping to create a better future? Do you have exceptional startup that use business innovatively to transform communities and solve global challenges? If you think … [Read more...] about Apply for Chivas Regal’s “The Venture” Competition! An Open Opportunity for Social Businesses around the World
2016 Simon Cumbers Media Fund: Promoting Better Quality Media Coverage
Deadline: 26 October 2016 Journalists and media professionals with an interest in reporting on issues in the developing world are invited to apply for funding under the winter 2016 round of the Simon Cumbers Media Fund. The fund's aim is to assist and promote more and better quality media coverage … [Read more...] about 2016 Simon Cumbers Media Fund: Promoting Better Quality Media Coverage
IRC‘s New Foundations 2016 Programme: Supporting Researchers in Various Disciplines
Deadline: 21 October 2016 The Irish Research Council (IRC) is seeking applicants for its New Foundations 2016 programme with an aim to support eligible researchers who intend to pursue research, networking and/or dissemination activities within and across the diversity of disciplines. The 2016 New … [Read more...] about IRC‘s New Foundations 2016 Programme: Supporting Researchers in Various Disciplines
The World Bank: Trust Fund for Statistical Capacity Building
Deadline: 28 October 2016 The World Bank Trust Fund for Statistical Capacity Building (TFSCB) is open for applications with an aim to improve the capacity of developing countries to produce and use statistics with an overall objective of supporting effective decision-making for development. The … [Read more...] about The World Bank: Trust Fund for Statistical Capacity Building
Louis Bonduelle Research Award for Young Researchers around the World!
Deadline: 7 November 2016 The Louis Bonduelle Foundation is seeking applications from young researchers in the areas of nutrition and eating habits, for all scientific fields with an aim to promote public interest in vegetables by working to bring about a long-term change in eating habits. The … [Read more...] about Louis Bonduelle Research Award for Young Researchers around the World!
Entries Open for The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2017
Deadline: 1 May 2017 The Royal Commonwealth Society is seeking applications for its The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2017 under the theme “A Commonwealth for Peace”. Building upon the 2016 theme of An Inclusive Commonwealth, this year’s topics ask for a more active understanding of the … [Read more...] about Entries Open for The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2017
WWF’s Reforestation Grants: Supporting Communities in Regaining Ecological Integrity
Deadline: 1 November 2016 The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) is currently inviting applications from organizations for its Reforestation Grants with an aim to support communities in regaining ecological integrity and enhance human wellbeing in deforested and degraded landscapes through forest … [Read more...] about WWF’s Reforestation Grants: Supporting Communities in Regaining Ecological Integrity
Innovate UK: Emerging & Enabling Technologies Round 1
Opening Date: 3 October 2016 Deadline: 30 November 2016 Innovate UK is currently inviting applications for its program entitled "Emerging & Enabling Technologies Round 1" with an aim to help businesses innovate to find new revenue sources. Proposals should show how to achieve a step change in … [Read more...] about Innovate UK: Emerging & Enabling Technologies Round 1
Applications Open for World Bank Big Data Innovation Challenge: Addressing Global Climate Issues
Deadline: 9 November 2016 The World Bank is inviting academics, entrepreneurs, innovators, businesses, universities and nonprofits to apply for its Big Data Innovation Challenge with an aim to identify and recognize innovative big data solutions that leverage new sources of data such as … [Read more...] about Applications Open for World Bank Big Data Innovation Challenge: Addressing Global Climate Issues
Mastercard’s Start Path Global Programme: Supporting Global Startups Building Innovative Solutions
Deadline: 11 October 2016 Applications are open for Mastercard’s Start Path Global Programme that works with startups to drive new businesses forward, help scale their businesses and increase profitability. Start Path is an integral part of Mastercard’s broader startup engagement effort that … [Read more...] about Mastercard’s Start Path Global Programme: Supporting Global Startups Building Innovative Solutions
Swedish Institute’s SIMP Asia 2017: Be a Part of an International Network of Emerging Leaders
Deadline: 24 October 2016 The Swedish Institute is inviting applications for SIMP Asia 2017 programme focusing on responsible leadership and sustainable business practices with an aim to challenge traditional approaches, reinforce professional skills, deepen cross-cultural perspectives and unite … [Read more...] about Swedish Institute’s SIMP Asia 2017: Be a Part of an International Network of Emerging Leaders
Applications Open for African Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship Program
Deadline: 14 October 2016 Applications are open for African Leaders of Tomorrow (ALT) Scholarship Program that commemorates the late Nelson Mandela’s commitment to social justice and equity by supporting young African professionals to become leaders in public policy and administration. The ALT … [Read more...] about Applications Open for African Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship Program
Nominations Open for 2017 Martin Ennals Award!
Deadline: 9 November 2016 Nominations are open for 2017 Martin Ennals Award, an annual prize for human rights defenders. It is sometimes called "the Nobel Prize for human rights", was created in 1993 to honour and protect individuals around the world who demonstrate exceptional courage in … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2017 Martin Ennals Award!
European Social Fund: Call for Proposals for Integration & Employment of Migrants Activity
Deadline: 3 November 2016 The Department of Justice and Equality has opened a Call for Proposals for projects suitable for funding under the Integration and Employment of Migrants Activity of the European Social Fund (ESF) Programme for Employability, Inclusion and Learning (PEIL) 2014-2020. … [Read more...] about European Social Fund: Call for Proposals for Integration & Employment of Migrants Activity
Principle 10 Small Sub Grants Fund: Accessing Justice in Environmental Matters
Deadline: 30 September 2016 Principle 10 is seeking proposals from eligible organizations for its Small Sub Grants Fund (SSGF) with an aim to support the creation of a regional agreement on access rights, the right to information, participation and access to justice in environmental matters. This … [Read more...] about Principle 10 Small Sub Grants Fund: Accessing Justice in Environmental Matters
Humanitarian Education Accelerator Program: Inviting Cutting-Edge Education Innovations
Deadline: 1 November 2016 Department for International Development (DFID), in partnership with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), is currently accepting applications for its second cohort of Humanitarian Education Accelerator … [Read more...] about Humanitarian Education Accelerator Program: Inviting Cutting-Edge Education Innovations
Interreg Baltic Sea Region Seed Money: Supporting Transnational Cooperation Projects
Deadline: 28 October 2016 Interreg Baltic Sea Region offers financial support to transnational cooperation projects contributing to the development of a more innovative, better accessible and sustainable Baltic Sea region. The Programme was designed under the territorial cooperation goal of the … [Read more...] about Interreg Baltic Sea Region Seed Money: Supporting Transnational Cooperation Projects
NC3Rs Innovation Fund: Minimizing the Use of Animals in Research
Deadline: 9 November 2016 The National Centre for the Replacement, Refinement and Reduction of Animals in Research (NC3Rs), through its CRACK IT programme, is inviting small or medium enterprises (SMEs) to find solutions and to come up with new ways of minimizing the use of animals in … [Read more...] about NC3Rs Innovation Fund: Minimizing the Use of Animals in Research
GSBI Accelerator Program: Addressing Issues on Climate Resilience and Women Led Enterprises
Deadline: 21 October 2016 Miller Center for Social Entrepreneurship is inviting social entrepreneurs for Global Social Benefit Institute Accelerator Program in order to address the problems of poverty, empower women, and build resilience to climate change. The program is inviting specifically … [Read more...] about GSBI Accelerator Program: Addressing Issues on Climate Resilience and Women Led Enterprises
