Deadline: 28 April 2020 The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) has announced an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for projects focused on understanding and exploring how communities define impact(s) related to … [Read more...] about Bureau of DRL seeking Applications for “Evaluation Innovation Fund – Community-Defined Impact”
Latest Grants and Resources in Cape Verde
View the latest grants and resources for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals in Cape Verde.
OHCHR: 2020 Fellowship Programme for People of African Descent
Deadline: 22 March 2020 The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) has announced the 2020 Fellowship Programme for People of African Descent which is a three-week intensive learning opportunity for people of African descent from the diaspora, who are engaged in promoting the … [Read more...] about OHCHR: 2020 Fellowship Programme for People of African Descent
Evaluation Innovation Fund: Understanding Factors and Conditions for Democracy and Rights Organizations
Deadline: 28 April 2020 The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) announces an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for projects focused on understanding and assessing the factors, dynamics, and conditions critical to … [Read more...] about Evaluation Innovation Fund: Understanding Factors and Conditions for Democracy and Rights Organizations
Call for Papers: Improving the Evidence Base for Effective Policy Making on Environmentally-Driven Migration
Deadline: 6 March 2020 The Global Knowledge Partnership on Migration and Development (KNOMAD) is hosting an international symposium on environmental change and migration from 04-05 June in Washington DC on "Environmentally-Driven Migration: Improving the Evidence Base for Effective Policy … [Read more...] about Call for Papers: Improving the Evidence Base for Effective Policy Making on Environmentally-Driven Migration
Applications Open for the Prince Bernhard Nature Fund supporting Nature Conservation Worldwide
Deadline: 1 February 2021 The Prince Bernhard Nature Fund is seeking applications for grants to support small, preferably local initiatives worldwide towards the conservation of endangered species (flora & fauna), or initiatives that in other ways promote the conservation and wise use of … [Read more...] about Applications Open for the Prince Bernhard Nature Fund supporting Nature Conservation Worldwide
The Maypole Fund accepting Applications from Women Only
Deadline: 30 June 2020 Do you have an imaginative project on anti-militarism; action against the arms trade; creating a culture of peace and nonviolence and preventing conflict and war; disarmament; or against nuclear weapons and weapons systems? If yes, the submit your applications to The … [Read more...] about The Maypole Fund accepting Applications from Women Only
Komla Dumor Award 2020: Seeking a Rising Star of African Journalism
Deadline: 16 March 2020 The BBC is seeking a rising star of African journalism for the BBC World News Komla Dumor Award, now in its sixth year. Journalists from across Africa are invited to apply for the award, which aims to uncover and promote fresh talent from the continent. The winner will … [Read more...] about Komla Dumor Award 2020: Seeking a Rising Star of African Journalism
Bureau of DRL: Supporting Investigative Journalism in Africa
Deadline: 10 April 2020 The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) announces an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for projects that support projects that support investigative journalism, especially as it relates to … [Read more...] about Bureau of DRL: Supporting Investigative Journalism in Africa
Prince Claus Fund – Open Call Emergency Preparedness for Cultural Heritage under Threat
Deadline: 31 March 2020 For the second time, the Prince Claus Fund and the Gerda Henkel Foundation announce an Open Call for Proposals specifically aimed at Emergency Preparedness for Cultural Heritage under Threat. The Fund invites cultural practitioners, institutions and local NGOs to … [Read more...] about Prince Claus Fund – Open Call Emergency Preparedness for Cultural Heritage under Threat
2020 Call for Proposals: Teacher Education to Support Girls’ Empowerment
Deadline: 3 July 2020 CODE has announced the third annual Call for Proposals on "Teacher Education to Support Girls’ Empowerment" under its Context Matters Research Grants. CODE, through its Context Matters program funds research initiated, designed and undertaken by African researchers. To … [Read more...] about 2020 Call for Proposals: Teacher Education to Support Girls’ Empowerment
Russell Sage Foundation accepting Applications for 2020 Future of Work Program
Deadline: 20 August 2020 The Russell Sage Foundation’s program on the Future of Work supports innovative research on the causes and consequences of changes in the quality of jobs for less- and moderately-skilled workers and their families. The Program seeks investigator-initiated … [Read more...] about Russell Sage Foundation accepting Applications for 2020 Future of Work Program
School Enterprise Challenge: An International Business Programme for Schools
Deadline: 31 March 2020 The School Enterprise Challenge is an international business programme for schools run by the educational charity Teach A Man To Fish. The School Enterprise Challenge is a FREE educational programme that teaches business and life skills. It supports teachers and … [Read more...] about School Enterprise Challenge: An International Business Programme for Schools
Submit Applications for 2020 Franklin Furnace Fund
Deadline: 1 April 2020 2020 is the 35th anniversary of the Franklin Furnace Fund. Initiated in 1985 with the support of Jerome Foundation, Franklin Furnace has annually awarded grants to early career artists selected by peer panel review to enable them to produce major performance art works in … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for 2020 Franklin Furnace Fund
Rising Tide Foundation announces Call for Proposals “Freedom in Practice”
Deadline: 30 April 2020 To further strengthen the impact of the funding, the Rising Tide Foundation is launching this call for proposals to identify the best projects around the globe that have the objective to promote freedom and prosperity. They are interested in projects which go beyond … [Read more...] about Rising Tide Foundation announces Call for Proposals “Freedom in Practice”
Fondation SUEZ Grants to support Essential Services (Water, Sanitation and Waste) for Disadvantaged Populations in Developing Countries
Deadline: 30 April 2020 Fonds SUEZ is seeking applications for its grant program to combat exclusion by favouring inclusion and consequently sustainably improving the living conditions and autonomy of persons via access to essential services, social insertion and social harmony. The Fondation … [Read more...] about Fondation SUEZ Grants to support Essential Services (Water, Sanitation and Waste) for Disadvantaged Populations in Developing Countries
$100,000 Grant for New NGO Startups for providing Solutions to disrupt hunger worldwide (Cohort II)
Deadline (Cohort II) extended till 20 March 2020 The World Food Programme is seeking applications for its Innovation Accelerator Programme. The WFP Innovation Accelerator sources, supports and scales high-potential solutions to hunger worldwide. They provide WFP staff, entrepreneurs, … [Read more...] about $100,000 Grant for New NGO Startups for providing Solutions to disrupt hunger worldwide (Cohort II)
Rotary offering Fully Funded Peace Fellowships to dedicated Leaders from around the World
Deadline: 31 May 2020 Each year, Rotary awards up to 130 fully funded fellowships for dedicated leaders from around the world to study at one of their peace centers. The Rotary Peace Fellowship is designed for leaders with work experience in peace and development. The Fellows are committed to … [Read more...] about Rotary offering Fully Funded Peace Fellowships to dedicated Leaders from around the World
2020 Ebbe Nielsen Challenge seeks Open-Data Innovations for Biodiversity
Deadline: 27 July 2020 The 2020 Ebbe Nielsen Challenge has opened with the aim of recognizing innovative entries that leverage biodiversity data and tools from the GBIF network to advance open science. Challenge entries can take any number of approaches. Entrants may choose to develop new … [Read more...] about 2020 Ebbe Nielsen Challenge seeks Open-Data Innovations for Biodiversity
Feminist Review Trust supporting Projects to Transform the Lives of Women
Deadline: 30 April 2020 The Feminist Review Trust is inviting applications from eligible entities for women's projects in the UK and internationally. These grants represent the diversity of women’s lives globally and support the creativity which with women fight the inequalities they face. Set … [Read more...] about Feminist Review Trust supporting Projects to Transform the Lives of Women
2020 Anzisha Prize: A Chance to Win $100,000 to Grow Your Business
Deadline: 1 April 2020 If you are a young African Entrepreneur trying to grow a small business or you’ve created something that makes your community better and provides you and your friends an income, then apply for 2020 Anzisha Prize! The Anzisha Prize is Africa’s biggest award for her … [Read more...] about 2020 Anzisha Prize: A Chance to Win $100,000 to Grow Your Business
Mama Cash’s 2020 Grantmaking Window supporting Organizations and Initiatives fighting Environmental Injustices
Deadline: 31 March 2020 Mama Cash is accepting Letters of Interest from applicants, who are not current grantee-partners, to support organisations and initiatives that are fighting environmental injustices and are implementing alternative, environmentally-just, solutions. Despite the urgency … [Read more...] about Mama Cash’s 2020 Grantmaking Window supporting Organizations and Initiatives fighting Environmental Injustices
Russell Sage Foundation seeking Proposals for Immigration and Immigrant Integration Initiative
Deadline: 21 May 2020 The Russell Sage Foundation/Carnegie Corporation is accepting proposals for its initiative on “Immigration and Immigrant Integration” to support innovative research on the effects of race, citizenship, legal status and politics, political culture and public policy on … [Read more...] about Russell Sage Foundation seeking Proposals for Immigration and Immigrant Integration Initiative
Submit Applications for UNESCO/ISEDC Co-Sponsored Fellowships Programme 2020
Deadline: 3 April 2020 The International Center for Sustainable Energy Development (ISEDC) in Moscow (Russian Federation) is offering twenty (20) fellowships of four-week duration within the framework of the UNESCO/ISEDC Co-Sponsored Fellowships Programme. The aim of this fellowships programme … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for UNESCO/ISEDC Co-Sponsored Fellowships Programme 2020
IDEX Fellowship July 2020 Program inviting Young Professionals from across the Globe
Deadline: 8 March 2020 IDEX is developing the next wave of “social intrapreneurs” (employees who innovate from within existing organizations) who will support, lead and advance the work of socially focused enterprises around the world! The IDEX Accelerator & Global Fellows Program is for … [Read more...] about IDEX Fellowship July 2020 Program inviting Young Professionals from across the Globe
Join the Women Deliver Young Leaders Program and Take a Stand for Gender Equality
Deadline: 13 March 2020 The Women Deliver Young Leaders Program connects outstanding young advocates with the platforms, the people, and the resources that can amplify their influence on a larger scale. With an emphasis on sexual and reproductive health and rights, Women Deliver elevates the work … [Read more...] about Join the Women Deliver Young Leaders Program and Take a Stand for Gender Equality
Innovate4Climate launches Pitch Hub Competition for Innovators
Deadline: 1 March 2020 Applications are now open for the Pitch Hub Competition which is an annual competition for innovators that showcase ingenuity, entrepreneurship, and a clear value proposition. A competition aiming to engage startups and entrepreneurs and to create a space for innovate at … [Read more...] about Innovate4Climate launches Pitch Hub Competition for Innovators
Lorenzo Natali Media Prize 2020: Journalism for Sustainable Development
Deadline: 15 March 2020 The Lorenzo Natali Media Prize was launched in 1992 to recognise and celebrate excellence in reporting on sustainable development issues. It was created by DG DEVCO, and named after Lorenzo Natali, a precursor of European development policy. Today, the Lorenzo Natali … [Read more...] about Lorenzo Natali Media Prize 2020: Journalism for Sustainable Development
African Women’s Development Fund announces BI-ANNUAL Call for Applications
Deadline: 9 March 2020 Is your organisation an African feminist/ women’s rights organisation with cutting edge ideas for advancing women’s rights and creating systemic change? Is your organisation led and majority staffed by women, and registered on the African continent? If yes, then you can … [Read more...] about African Women’s Development Fund announces BI-ANNUAL Call for Applications
EU announces Call for Proposals for “Local Authorities: Partnerships for Sustainable Cities 2020”
Deadline: 27 March 2020 The European Union (EU) is seeking proposals to promote integrated urban development through partnerships built among Local Authorities of the EU Member States and of partner countries in accordance with the 2030 Agenda on sustainable development. The Specific … [Read more...] about EU announces Call for Proposals for “Local Authorities: Partnerships for Sustainable Cities 2020”
Submit Nominations for the World Food Prize 2020 ($250,000)
Deadline: 1 May 2020 The World Food Prize Foundation is currently accepting nominations for the World Food Prize to recognize the accomplishments of individuals who have worked to improve the quality, quantity or availability of food in the world. The World Food Prize is awarded for a … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for the World Food Prize 2020 ($250,000)
IsDB launches Call for Innovation to Save Women’s Lives from Cancer
Deadline: 10 March 2020 The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have partnered to launch an urgent call for innovation to find and reward solutions for strengthening national health systems in the area of breast and cervical cancer prevention. This … [Read more...] about IsDB launches Call for Innovation to Save Women’s Lives from Cancer
A Global Fellowship Program to Promote Research on Child and Youth Development
Deadline: 16 March 2020 Applications are now open for the Jacobs Foundation Research Fellowship Program which is a globally competitive fellowship program for early career researchers whose work is dedicated to improving the development, learning and living conditions of children and … [Read more...] about A Global Fellowship Program to Promote Research on Child and Youth Development
Nominations Open for 2020 World Agriculture Prize (100,000 USD)
Deadline: 31 May 2020 The World Agriculture Prize is offered by the Global Confederation of Higher Education Associations for Agricultural and Life Sciences (GCHERA) with the support of Nanjing Agricultural University (NAU) to academicians for outstanding lifetime achievement. The Prize aims … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2020 World Agriculture Prize (100,000 USD)
Applications Open for Ms. Geek Africa Competition 2020
Deadline: 29 February 2020 2020 marks 4th anniversary of Ms. Geek Africa, a competition inspired by Ms. Geek Rwanda, aimed at inspiring more girls into Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) by devising solutions to challenges faced in their community and across Africa. Finalists … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Ms. Geek Africa Competition 2020
Call for Nominations: World No Tobacco Day Awards 2020
Deadline: 6 March 2020 The World Health Organization (WHO) is calling for nominations to the World No Tobacco Day Awards of individuals or organizations in each of the six WHO Regions for their accomplishments in the area of tobacco control. WHO HQ will announce the awardees in WHO Tobacco … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: World No Tobacco Day Awards 2020
National Geographic Society announces RFPs for “Enduring Impacts: Archaeology of Sustainability”
Deadline: 22 April 2020 The National Geographic Society has announced a Request for Proposals (RFPs) for "Enduring Impacts: Archaeology of Sustainability". The Enduring Impacts: Archaeology of Sustainability Request for Proposal (RFP) focuses on the gathering and analysis of archaeological, … [Read more...] about National Geographic Society announces RFPs for “Enduring Impacts: Archaeology of Sustainability”
Submit Applications for Lyle Spencer Research Awards to Transform Education
Deadline: 27 February 2020 Spencer Foundation is inviting applications for its Lyle Spencer Research Awards to Transform Education. Funding Information The Lyle Spencer Research Awards Program supports intellectually ambitious research projects that aspire to transform education with … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Lyle Spencer Research Awards to Transform Education
Nominations Open for the Norman Borlaug Award for Field Research
Deadline: 15 June 2020 Nominations are now open for the $10,000 Norman Borlaug Award for Field Research and Application, endowed by the Rockefeller Foundation, presented every October in Des Moines, Iowa, by the World Food Prize Foundation. This award will recognize exceptional, science-based … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for the Norman Borlaug Award for Field Research
United Nation’s Global Climate Action Award
Deadline: 30 April 2020 If you are leading a results-driven project that is successfully addressing climate change, then apply for the United Nation's Global Climate Action Award. Spearheaded by UN Climate Change's Momentum for Change initiative, the UN Global Climate Action Award shines a … [Read more...] about United Nation’s Global Climate Action Award
Nominations Open for 2020 Anti-Corruption Award
Deadline: 16 March 2020 Launched in 2000 as the Integrity Award, and renamed in 2016, the Anti-Corruption Award honours remarkable individuals and organisations worldwide, including journalists, public prosecutors, government officials and civil society leaders. The Anti-Corruption Award … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2020 Anti-Corruption Award
Nominations Open for Africa Food Prize 2020 (US $100,000)
Deadline: 1 June 2020 The Africa Food Prize is the preeminent award recognizing an outstanding individual or institution that is leading the effort to change the reality of farming in Africa—from a struggle to survive to a business that thrives. The Africa Food Prize will honor outstanding … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Africa Food Prize 2020 (US $100,000)
Youth Democracy Award 2020: Young. Loud. United (?)
Deadline: 1 April 2020 Do you worry about the current state of democracy and turn this concern into an innovative project? Then apply for this year’s Youth Democracy Award. Young. Loud. United (?) is the title of this year’s award. The Youth Democracy Award is a prize offered by the German … [Read more...] about Youth Democracy Award 2020: Young. Loud. United (?)
Fondation Franklinia announces Call for Proposals on “Conservation of Globally Threatened Trees”
Deadline: 21 February 2020 Fondation Franklinia is currently accepting project proposals focused on in-situ conservation of globally threatened trees. Fondation Franklinia is a private foundation established in 2005 under Swiss law. It provides grants to support nature conservation projects. … [Read more...] about Fondation Franklinia announces Call for Proposals on “Conservation of Globally Threatened Trees”
European Commission: EDD 2020 Young Leaders Programme
Deadline: 21 February 2020 Are you playing an active role promoting environmental issues and biodiversity preservation and fighting against climate change? Are you leading your generation at the local, regional or national level? Do you want to share your vision of the future with other … [Read more...] about European Commission: EDD 2020 Young Leaders Programme
Japan International Award for Young Agricultural Researchers 2020
Deadline: 23 March 2020 Applications are now open for the 2020 Japan International Award for Young Agricultural Researchers. This annual award, which began in 2007, is organized and presented by the Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Research Council (AFFRC), the Ministry of Agriculture, … [Read more...] about Japan International Award for Young Agricultural Researchers 2020
2020 Call for Applications: 5th African World Heritage Youth Forum
Deadline: 23 February 2020 Applications are open for the 5th African World Heritage Fund (AWHF) Youth Forum, a capacity building exercise focusing on Youth, Entrepreneurship and Heritage Sustainability in Africa. The Forum places an emphasis on entrepreneurship skills development towards … [Read more...] about 2020 Call for Applications: 5th African World Heritage Youth Forum
Applications Open for Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards
Deadline: 30 June 2020 Skål International is seeking applications for its Sustainable Tourism Awards to spotlight best practices globally. The 19th Sustainable Tourism Awards ceremony will take place on 16 October 2020 during the Opening Ceremony of the 81st Skål World Congress in Kvarner, … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards
UN Youth Envoy calling Young Leaders for Promoting and Advancing the SDGs
Deadline extended till 29 February 2020 Want to achieve, lead and live the Sustainable Development Goals? UN Youth Envoy is looking for leaders like you. Convened by the Secretary-General’s Envoy on Youth, the Young Leaders come together as a community to support efforts to engage young people … [Read more...] about UN Youth Envoy calling Young Leaders for Promoting and Advancing the SDGs
2020 Investigative Journalism Fellowship focused on Sexual and Reproductive Health Issues (stipend of $2,100)
Deadline: 16 February 2020 openDemocracy’s Tracking the Backlash project is excited to announce a six-month, full-time investigative journalism fellowship focused on sexual and reproductive health issues, starting in March 2020. The fellow will focus on investigating the health impacts of … [Read more...] about 2020 Investigative Journalism Fellowship focused on Sexual and Reproductive Health Issues (stipend of $2,100)
VITTEL® and Ashoka Changemakers announce Act for Biodiversity Challenge
Deadline: 3 March 2020 VITTEL® and Ashoka are launching the "Act for Biodiversity" Challenge — a global search for changemakers who can bring key players together to preserve and restore biodiversity. The Changemakers are looking for already-implemented solutions that engage people and … [Read more...] about VITTEL® and Ashoka Changemakers announce Act for Biodiversity Challenge
