The devastating tropical storm Hurricane Mathew that occurred on October 4, 2016 near Les Anglais in southwestern Haiti left an estimated US $2.25 billion in damage and at least 546 fatalities, possibly as many as 1,600. Although international aid is pouring in Haiti, there is a large need of … [Read more...] about A List of Donors supporting Relief Work for Victims of the Hurricane Mathew in Haiti
Applications open for Pacific Island Countries Participation Fund (PIC Fund)
Deadline: 1 November 2016 The New Zealand Aid Programme is accepting applications for its Pacific Island Countries Participation Fund (PIC Fund) with an aim to increase attendance by Pacific Island citizens at regional and international conferences or events relevant to their countries … [Read more...] about Applications open for Pacific Island Countries Participation Fund (PIC Fund)
Bureau of DRL: Promoting Legislative Capacity and Enhancing Government Accountability in Ecuador
Deadline: 24 October 2016 The United States Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) is inviting organizations interested in submitting 24-month project entitled “Promoting Legislative Capacity and Enhancing Government Accountability in Ecuador” with an aim to improve … [Read more...] about Bureau of DRL: Promoting Legislative Capacity and Enhancing Government Accountability in Ecuador
Call for Applications Future Forum: Strengthening Young People’s Role in Peace Processes
Deadline: 25 October 2016 The Swedish Institute Alexandria and Fryshuset are seeking young people from different cultural and professional backgrounds in the MENA region and Sweden in the age of 18 – 29 with interest in the area of social innovation, multiculturalism and peace building. The aim of … [Read more...] about Call for Applications Future Forum: Strengthening Young People’s Role in Peace Processes
USAID/Bangladesh Broad Agency Announcement: Advancing Universal Health Coverage Activity
Deadline: 5 November 2016 The United States Agency for International Development in Bangladesh (USAID/Bangladesh) is seeking Expression of Interest (EoI) for a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) from qualified U.S and non-U.S. organisations to fund an activity entitled "Advancing Universal Health … [Read more...] about USAID/Bangladesh Broad Agency Announcement: Advancing Universal Health Coverage Activity
Apply for CSJ Social Justice Awards 2017: Tackling the Root Causes of Poverty in United Kingdom!
Deadline: 11 November 2016The Centre for Social Justice is seeking applications for its “Social Justice Awards” to identify outstanding grassroots charities and social enterprises that are effective in helping people find a pathway out of poverty and tackle the root causes of poverty, are innovative … [Read more...] about Apply for CSJ Social Justice Awards 2017: Tackling the Root Causes of Poverty in United Kingdom!
Comic Relief’s Grants for HIV, Diversity and Dignity in the UK and Sub-Saharan Africa
Deadline: 16 November 2016 The Comic Relief is currently inviting eligible entities for its initiative "HIV, Diversity and Dignity" across UK and Sub-Saharan Africa, which will simultaneously build the capacity of Key Populations and their organisations to remove structural barriers like stigma, … [Read more...] about Comic Relief’s Grants for HIV, Diversity and Dignity in the UK and Sub-Saharan Africa
Asian Cultural Council Grants: Seeking Applications from United States and Asia
Deadline: 1 December 2016 The Asian Cultural Council is inviting proposals from individual to support transformative cultural exchange by awarding grants to artists, scholars, and arts and humanities professionals, as well as organizations and educational institutions from the United States and … [Read more...] about Asian Cultural Council Grants: Seeking Applications from United States and Asia
Call for Applications 2017: Supporting Civil Society Organizations throughout Turkey
Deadline: 25 November 2016 The Consulate General of Sweden is seeking applications to support civil society organizations throughout Turkey, to function as a resource for its partners, and to provide a platform for public debate. The Section for Turkish - Swedish Development Cooperation has … [Read more...] about Call for Applications 2017: Supporting Civil Society Organizations throughout Turkey
Agropolis Fondation: Seeking Applications for 2017 Louis Malassis International Scientific Prize
Deadline: 25 January 2017 The Agropolis Fondation is seeking applicants for its 2017 Louis Malassis International Scientific Prize for Agriculture and Food in order to recognize individuals, or a group of individuals, for their exemplary and promising contribution in promoting innovation through … [Read more...] about Agropolis Fondation: Seeking Applications for 2017 Louis Malassis International Scientific Prize
Applications Open for Irish Aid’s Fellowship Training Programme
Deadline: 30 November 2016 Applications are open for Irish Aid's Fellowship Training Programme to bring suitably qualified candidates from developing countries to undertake Masters Degrees at universities and colleges in Ireland, with further students supported for similar courses in their own … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Irish Aid’s Fellowship Training Programme
Entries Open for Startup Digital Africa Challenge!
Deadline: 15 November 2016 Has your startup got an innovative solution that could help Africa's development? Are you convinced that digital innovation is the path to achieving sustainable development? Have you created an innovative product or service linked to FinTech, health, environment, energy … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Startup Digital Africa Challenge!
DFID: Improving the Health of Vulnerable Groups Research Programme Consortia in LMICs
Deadline: 4 November 2016 The UK's Department for International Development (DFID) is currently seeking applications for its programme- Improving the Health of Vulnerable Groups Research Programme Consortia in LMICs. DFID is looking for multi-disciplinary research that will build upon the existing … [Read more...] about DFID: Improving the Health of Vulnerable Groups Research Programme Consortia in LMICs
Open Society Foundations: Disability Rights Scholarship Program
Deadline: 2 December 2016 The Open Society Foundations is seeking applications for its Disability Rights Scholarship Program in order to provide awards for master’s degree study to disability rights advocates, lawyers, and educators to develop new legislation, jurisprudence, policy, research, and … [Read more...] about Open Society Foundations: Disability Rights Scholarship Program
GEF Small Grants Programme: Strengthening Local Communities and Civil Society Capacity in Lebanon
Deadline: 21 November 2016 The Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (GEF SGP), implemented by the United Nations Development Programme is accepting proposals to support environmental projects for capacity development. These projects must be carried out within the environmental … [Read more...] about GEF Small Grants Programme: Strengthening Local Communities and Civil Society Capacity in Lebanon
Partnership for Action on Green Economy: Providing Financial and Technical Support
Deadline: 31 December 2016 The Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE) is seeking applications with an aim to provide partner countries with financial and technical support to improve economic policies around sustainability to foster economic growth, create income and jobs, reduce poverty … [Read more...] about Partnership for Action on Green Economy: Providing Financial and Technical Support
Open Opportunities on Eradication of Poverty Worldwide
The World has the largest number of developing countries and these countries face the most common problem called "poverty". There is a huge number of people all around the world that do not have enough money for basic needs such as food, water, shelter, or toilets. Despite of the various … [Read more...] about Open Opportunities on Eradication of Poverty Worldwide
DFID Agri-Tech Catalyst: Increasing Agricultural Innovation by Farmers in Developing Countries
Deadline: 26 October 2016 Innovate UK and Department for International Development (DFID) are currently seeking applications for Agri-tech Catalyst funding scheme that helps businesses and researchers commercialise their research and develop innovative solutions to global challenges in the … [Read more...] about DFID Agri-Tech Catalyst: Increasing Agricultural Innovation by Farmers in Developing Countries
ESRC-DFID Development Frontiers Research Fund: Inviting Researchers from around the World!
Deadline: 26 January 2017 The Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) in UK and the Department for International Development (DFID) are currently accepting proposals for Development Frontiers Research Fund that aims to innovative, strategic and catalytic research with the potential to radically … [Read more...] about ESRC-DFID Development Frontiers Research Fund: Inviting Researchers from around the World!
Thomson Reuters Foundation: Inviting Journalists for Reporting Rural Poverty and Agricultural Development Workshop
Deadline: 30 November 2016 The Thomson Reuters Foundation is seeking applications from journalists from around the world for its one-week Reporting Rural Poverty and Agricultural Development workshop in Rome. In order to ensure the daily issues faced by rural poor people and their communities are … [Read more...] about Thomson Reuters Foundation: Inviting Journalists for Reporting Rural Poverty and Agricultural Development Workshop
Financial Inclusion Program at Innovations for Poverty Action: Accepting EOI from Researchers and Financial Service Providers
Deadline: 4 November 2016 The Financial Inclusion Program at Innovations for Poverty Action is currently accepting Expressions of Interest (EOI) from teams of researchers and financial service providers to conduct rigorous research on financial product innovations for low-income households in … [Read more...] about Financial Inclusion Program at Innovations for Poverty Action: Accepting EOI from Researchers and Financial Service Providers
Applications Open for TED Prize 2018: Nominate an Extraordinary Individual or Yourself for 2018 TED Prize of $1 Million
Deadline: 31 July 2017 Do you have any wish? Do you want your dream become a reality? If yes, then this opportunity is waiting for you! The TED Prize Nominations are open for 2018 round. Individuals with a creative, bold vision to spark global change can make nominations for the prize. The Prize is … [Read more...] about Applications Open for TED Prize 2018: Nominate an Extraordinary Individual or Yourself for 2018 TED Prize of $1 Million
Dining for Women: Supporting Grassroots Organizations Empowering Women/Girls Living in Extreme Poverty
Deadline: 24 October 2016 Dining for Women (DFW) is seeking letter of intent (LoI) to support grassroots international organizations empowering women and girls living in extreme poverty. DFW fund projects that foster good health, education, and economic self-sufficiency in developing countries. It … [Read more...] about Dining for Women: Supporting Grassroots Organizations Empowering Women/Girls Living in Extreme Poverty
IDB Prizes for Science and Technology: Promoting Comprehensive Human Development
Deadline: 30 November 2016 Islamic Development Bank (IDB) is currently inviting applicants for the 15th Edition for its IDB Prizes for Science and Technology with an aim to promote comprehensive human development, with a focus on the priority areas of alleviating poverty, improving health, … [Read more...] about IDB Prizes for Science and Technology: Promoting Comprehensive Human Development
Nominations Open for African Union Kwame Nkrumah Scientific Award 2016!
Deadline: 31 October 2016 The African Union Commission invites African Scientists for its prestigious African Union Kwame Nkrumah Scientific Award. The aim is to recognize, award and honor outstanding excelling African Scientists women, men alike and younger researchers for their scientific … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for African Union Kwame Nkrumah Scientific Award 2016!
GAFSP 4th Call for Proposals: Funding Forstrategic Programs to Alleviate Poverty & Improve Rural Incomes
Deadline: 9 January 2017 The Global Agriculture and Food Security Program (GAFSP) has announced its fourth call for proposals for funding forstrategic programs to alleviate poverty, improve rural incomes, and improve food and nutrition security. GAFSP is comprised of two financing windows: … [Read more...] about GAFSP 4th Call for Proposals: Funding Forstrategic Programs to Alleviate Poverty & Improve Rural Incomes
Mitsubishi Corporation Fund for Europe and Africa: Supporting Research focused on Environment and Alleviation of Poverty
Deadline: 31 March 2017 The Mitsubishi Corporation Fund for Europe and Africa (MCFEA) is seeking applications for its Grant Program in order to support research focused on environment and the alleviation of poverty. The Mitsubishi Corporation Fund for Europe and Africa (MCFEA) is a charitable … [Read more...] about Mitsubishi Corporation Fund for Europe and Africa: Supporting Research focused on Environment and Alleviation of Poverty
FORTE Call for Proposals: Swedish-Indian Research on Ageing and Health
Deadline: 12 January 2017 The Indian Council for Medical Research (ICMR) and Forte, the Swedish Research Council for Health Working Life and Welfare, is seeking proposals from researchers in the field of ageing and health, focusing on developing affordable and appropriate innovative assistive … [Read more...] about FORTE Call for Proposals: Swedish-Indian Research on Ageing and Health
IIED’s Research Grants: Inviting International NGOs in Field of Urban Humanitarian Crises
Deadline: 11 November 2016 The International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED) is currently inviting proposals for original research that can contribute to understanding of the links between humanitarian response and development goals, with specific reference to urban humanitarian … [Read more...] about IIED’s Research Grants: Inviting International NGOs in Field of Urban Humanitarian Crises
DFID Call for Applications: Promoting Inclusive Markets in Somalia
Deadline: 11 November 2016 The UK's Department for International Development (DFID) is currently seeking applications for its programme titled Promoting Inclusive Markets in Somalia (PIMS). PIMS programme is one of the Economic Development (EcDev) pillar programmes. It is designed to stimulate … [Read more...] about DFID Call for Applications: Promoting Inclusive Markets in Somalia
FundsforNGOs Great Proposals Contest 2016: A Chance to win US $500 small grant for your NGO
Deadline: 10 November 2016 Entries are open for FundsforNGOs "Great Proposals Contest 2016" that is open for local NGOs, international organizations and networks. The goal of the contest is to both showcase select proposals to FundsforNGOs users – thereby sharing best practices – as well as … [Read more...] about FundsforNGOs Great Proposals Contest 2016: A Chance to win US $500 small grant for your NGO
Call for Proposals: Equality for all Coalition of Civil Society in the Fight Against Discrimination in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Deadline: 4 November 2016 Mediacentar Sarajevo in cooperation with the Centre for Social Research Analytics, Your Rights Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH), Rights for All, is seeking proposals from civil society organizations (CSOs) for its program implemented under the title '' Equality for all … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Equality for all Coalition of Civil Society in the Fight Against Discrimination in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Entries Open for John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships 2017-18
Deadline: 1 December 2016 Entries are open for John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships 2017-18. A JSK Fellowship is a life-changing experience. Each year JSK selects fellows from around the world and bring them together for 10 months (September to June) at Stanford University, in the heart of Silicon … [Read more...] about Entries Open for John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships 2017-18
EC- EACEA Call for Proposals: Support for Policy Reform Civil Society Cooperation in the Field of Youth
Deadline: 29 November 2016 The European Commission-EACEA is seeking proposals from eligible organisations for a programme entitled "Support for Policy Reform Civil Society Cooperation in the field of Youth". Aims Promote the employability of young people, notably through activities that … [Read more...] about EC- EACEA Call for Proposals: Support for Policy Reform Civil Society Cooperation in the Field of Youth
Bureau of DRL: Programs Fostering Civil, Political, and Labor Rights in Cuba
Deadline: 18 November 2016 The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) is currently inviting organizations to submit Statements of Interest (SOI) for Programs Fostering Civil, Political, and Labor Rights in Cuba. DRL’s programmatic emphasis aligns with the U.S. government policy to … [Read more...] about Bureau of DRL: Programs Fostering Civil, Political, and Labor Rights in Cuba
Ashden UK Award 2017: Recognising Organisations for Delivering Sustainable Energy across UK
Deadline: 8 November 2016 Applications are open for the Ashden UK Award 2017, inviting oragnisations that deliver sustainable energy at the local level, and through this bring social, economic and environmental benefits, in across UK. Priority Areas The pioneering enterprises and programmes that … [Read more...] about Ashden UK Award 2017: Recognising Organisations for Delivering Sustainable Energy across UK
CEPF’s Call for LOIs: East Melanesian Islands Biodiversity Hotspot
Deadline: 28 November 2016 The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), in its role as the Regional Implementation Team (RIT) for the Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund (CEPF) is inviting Letters of Inquiry (LOIs) from civil society organizations for its East Melanesian Islands … [Read more...] about CEPF’s Call for LOIs: East Melanesian Islands Biodiversity Hotspot
Applications Open for MIT Enterprise Forum Arab Startup Competition!
Deadline: 4 January 2017 Applications are open for tenth edition of the MIT Enterprise Forum Arab Startup Competition. As with last year’s edition, this year’s competition includes three different tracks: Ideas, Startups, and Social Entrepreneurship, with total prize money on offer totalling USD … [Read more...] about Applications Open for MIT Enterprise Forum Arab Startup Competition!
Step it up for Gender Equality Initiative: Youth for Gender Equality Forum 2017
Deadline: 7 November 2016 Organised by the group of the Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrates in the European Parliament, in collaboration with PES Women, Young European Socialists, Rainbow Rose and the Global Progressive Forum, the Step it up for Gender Equality initiative invites … [Read more...] about Step it up for Gender Equality Initiative: Youth for Gender Equality Forum 2017
Apply for Global Challenges Junior and Senior Fellowships 2017-2018!
Deadline: 17 November 2016 Applications are open for the "Global Challenges Fellowship Program" with a goal to encourage fresh perspectives on some of the most pressing global public policy challenges by forging closer ties between policy practitioners and academics from Europe and outside the … [Read more...] about Apply for Global Challenges Junior and Senior Fellowships 2017-2018!
Applications Open for Australia’s Direct Aid Program Grants in PNG
Deadline: 18 November 2016 Applications are open for Australia’s Direct Aid Program Grants to support small-scale development projects with a strong community focus. The Direct Aid Program (DAP) is a small grants program funded by the Australian Government and managed from the Australian High … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Australia’s Direct Aid Program Grants in PNG
2017 Olam Prize for Innovation in Food Security: Inviting Civil Society Organisations Worldwide
Deadline: 25 January 2017 The Agropolis Fondation is seeking applicants for its 2017 Olam Prize for Innovation in Food Security with an aim to advance knowledge and recognise innovation in world food security, by rewarding an outstanding research project for its potential impact on the … [Read more...] about 2017 Olam Prize for Innovation in Food Security: Inviting Civil Society Organisations Worldwide
NEP Call for Proposals: Tackling the Implementation Gap in Education Reform, Mobilizing Civil Society in Cambodia
Deadline: 4 November 2016 NGO Education Partnership (NEP) in cooperation with DVV International is seeking proposals for an EU funded project "Tackling the Implementation Gap in Education Reform, Mobilizing Civil Society” with an aim to improve educational services in Cambodia through the stronger … [Read more...] about NEP Call for Proposals: Tackling the Implementation Gap in Education Reform, Mobilizing Civil Society in Cambodia
Status of Women Call for Proposals: Funding to Advance Gender Equality in Canada
Deadline: 8 December 2016 Status of Women Canada is seeking proposals for its programme entitled “Advance Gender Equality in Canada” with an aim to identify women leaders in various sectors, organizations, and communities, and engage them in local projects to advance gender equality. Aims The … [Read more...] about Status of Women Call for Proposals: Funding to Advance Gender Equality in Canada
Webinar Video: How to Create a Concept Note for the European Commission
The Webinar Video on "How to Create a Concept Note for the European Commission" is now available online. The European Commission (EC) programmes are a significant potential source of funding for NGOs, but understanding what it is exactly that the Commission wants is often daunting. Drafting a … [Read more...] about Webinar Video: How to Create a Concept Note for the European Commission
African Union Commission: Inviting Applicants for Africa Youth Day
Deadline: 25 October 2016 The African Union Commission is inviting applicants for the Africa Youth Day under the theme: “Promoting youth mainstreaming as a catalyst towards harnessing the demographic dividend.” Africa Youth Day is a day set aside every year to promote the increased recognition of … [Read more...] about African Union Commission: Inviting Applicants for Africa Youth Day
Apply for Swedish Institute’s Young Leaders Visitors Programme in MENA Region!
Deadline: 5 December 2016 The Swedish Institute is currently seeking applications for its Young Leaders Visitors Programme, leadership training within the context of working for an equal and sustainable society. YLVP aims to support young leaders in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region … [Read more...] about Apply for Swedish Institute’s Young Leaders Visitors Programme in MENA Region!
CDC/PHPR: Cooperative Agreement for All-Hazards Public Health
Deadline: 11 November 2016 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is currently seeking applications for its Public Health Preparedness and Response (PHPR) Cooperative Agreement for All-Hazards Public Health to address planning and operational response gaps for ZVD and to assure state, … [Read more...] about CDC/PHPR: Cooperative Agreement for All-Hazards Public Health
1st EU Call for Proposals: Cross-border Co-operation Bosnia and Herzegovina-Montenegro
Deadline: 2 December 2016 The European Union (EU) is accepting proposals from eligible organisations for its Cross-border Co-operation Bosnia and Herzegovina - Montenegro (2014-2020) to promote the implementation of common actions based on an efficient use of the comparative advantages of the … [Read more...] about 1st EU Call for Proposals: Cross-border Co-operation Bosnia and Herzegovina-Montenegro
EPA Call for Applications: Local Foods, Local Places Initiative in the United States
Deadline: 6 November 2016 The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is currently seeking applications for its programme titled "Local Foods, Local Places", to help people create walkable, healthy, economically vibrant neighborhoods through the development of local food systems. The program is … [Read more...] about EPA Call for Applications: Local Foods, Local Places Initiative in the United States
