Deadline: 15 October 2018 The Foundation for a Smoke-Free World is seeking proposals to develop and implement the means to (1) critically evaluate industry progress, and (2) assess actions taken to undermine progress toward a smoke-free world. Findings and analyses will be reported in an annually … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: Advancing Industry Transformation – Smoke-Free Index©
Latest Grants and Resources in Japan
View the latest grants and resources for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals in Japan.
Call for Proposals: 2019 Science and Technology Research Partnership for Sustainable Development Program
Deadline: 12 November 2018 The Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST), in collaboration with the Japan International Collaboration Agency (JICA) has announced a call for proposals for Science and Technology Research Partnership for Sustainable Development program (SATREPS). The aim of the … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: 2019 Science and Technology Research Partnership for Sustainable Development Program
APN Call for Proposals: Inviting Applicants for 2018 CRRP and CAPaBLE Programmes
Deadline: 7 November 2018 The Asia Pacific Network (APN) for Global Change Research is currently seeking proposals for the two programmes: Collaborative Regional Research Programme (CRRP) Capacity Development Programme (CAPaBLE) Priority Topics APN invites trans- and interdisciplinary … [Read more...] about APN Call for Proposals: Inviting Applicants for 2018 CRRP and CAPaBLE Programmes
PCI: Call for Proposals to Support Conservation Programs for Wild Populations of Primates
Deadline: 1 February 2019 The Primate Conservation, Incorporated (PCI) is accepting proposals for its grant program to fund field research that supports conservation programs for wild populations of primates. Priority will be given to projects that study, in their natural habitat, the least known … [Read more...] about PCI: Call for Proposals to Support Conservation Programs for Wild Populations of Primates
2020 Martin Ennals Award: Inviting Human Rights Defenders around the World
Deadline: 26 March 2019 Nominations are open for 2020 Martin Ennals Award that is an annual prize for human rights defenders. The Martin Ennals Award is intended for human rights defenders (HRD) who are defending the rights of others, while at risk. This could include physical danger, repressive … [Read more...] about 2020 Martin Ennals Award: Inviting Human Rights Defenders around the World
Thomson Reuters Foundation: Reporting on Human Trafficking and Modern Day Slavery Programme
Deadline: 8 October 2018 Thomson Reuters Foundation is seeking applications for its Reporting on Human Trafficking and Modern Day Slavery Programme. Thomson Reuters Foundation’s one-week Reporting Trafficking and Slavery course is a unique chance to gain practical skills and knowledge along with … [Read more...] about Thomson Reuters Foundation: Reporting on Human Trafficking and Modern Day Slavery Programme
Nominations Open for International UNESCO/José Martí Prize 2019!
Deadline: 26 October 2018 The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is currently inviting Members States in consultation with their National Commissions, and non-governmental organizations in official partnership with UNESCO and active in a field covered by the … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for International UNESCO/José Martí Prize 2019!
International Labour Organization: 2018 Global Media Competition on Labour Migration and Fair Recruitment
Deadline: 31 October 2018 The International Labour Organization (ILO) has launched fourth global media competition to recognize exemplary media coverage on labour migration. The objective is to encourage quality reporting on labour migration and recruitment-related issues. Such reporting is all … [Read more...] about International Labour Organization: 2018 Global Media Competition on Labour Migration and Fair Recruitment
Muste Institute: Seeking Applications for Social Justice Fund
Deadline: 15 October 2018 The A.J. Muste Memorial Institute is accepting applications for its Social Justice Fund to support grassroots activist projects in the US and around the world, giving priority to those with small budgets and little access to more mainstream funding sources. Priority … [Read more...] about Muste Institute: Seeking Applications for Social Justice Fund
IWMF’s Adelante Reporting Initiative Fellowship – U.S./Mexico Border
Deadline: 28 October 2018 Applications are now open for IWMF's Adelante Reporting Initiative Fellowship - U.S./Mexico Border. As part of the IWMF’s Latin America reporting initiative, Adelante, six pairs of journalists will travel to the U.S./Mexico border from February 22 to March 14, … [Read more...] about IWMF’s Adelante Reporting Initiative Fellowship – U.S./Mexico Border
The Prince Claus Fund Open Call: First Aid to Documentary Heritage under Threat
Deadline: 1 December 2018 The Prince Claus Fund, through its Cultural Emergency Response (CER) programme and the Whiting Foundation are accepting proposals for projects in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean to safeguard documentary heritage that is acutely threatened by recent conflict … [Read more...] about The Prince Claus Fund Open Call: First Aid to Documentary Heritage under Threat
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation: Innovations Driving Programmatic Performance in Immunization
Deadline: 14 November 2018 The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is seeking proposals for the 22nd round of the Grand Challenges Exploration on the topic of “Innovations Driving Programmatic Performance in Immunization: Service Experience and Data Use + Measurement”. Within this call to … [Read more...] about Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation: Innovations Driving Programmatic Performance in Immunization
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation: Innovation for WASH in Urban Settings (Round 22)
Deadline: 14 November 2018 The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is seeking proposals for the 22nd Round of the Grand Challenges Exploration on the topic of “Innovation for WASH in Urban Settings”. GCE seeks digital technology-based solutions that promote access to essential resources and … [Read more...] about Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation: Innovation for WASH in Urban Settings (Round 22)
Applications Open for Asian Cultural Council Grant Program!
Deadline: 15 November 2018 The Asian Cultural Council is seeking applications from individual to support international travel and cultural exchange between Asia and the U.S., and among the countries of Asia. The mission of this program is to advance the understanding through cultural exchange, … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Asian Cultural Council Grant Program!
France Libertés – Danielle Mitterrand Foundation: Call for Proposals on Water and Climate
Deadline: 26 October 2018 France Libertés –Danielle Mitterrand Foundation has launched a call for proposals to support projects, led by non-profit organizations, promoting the link between water and climate. In this call, they focus on the interrelations between water and climate and taking into … [Read more...] about France Libertés – Danielle Mitterrand Foundation: Call for Proposals on Water and Climate
Macquarie 50th Anniversary Award: Inviting Non-profit Organisations around the World
Deadline: 16 November 2018 Nominations are open for “Macquarie 50th Anniversary Award”, a new global award which seeks to initiate or build on bold ideas that address an area of social need. Macquarie encourages non-profits to be imaginative in their thinking about the enduring outcomes they can … [Read more...] about Macquarie 50th Anniversary Award: Inviting Non-profit Organisations around the World
Why applying for Awards and Prizes can be a Great Opportunity
Many international agencies announce calls for applications for awards and prizes regularly to recognize, honor and even provide financial support to NGOs, activists, social scientists and development practitioners for their exemplary work. However, many deserving organizations and individuals miss … [Read more...] about Why applying for Awards and Prizes can be a Great Opportunity
Submit Applications for 15 UNWTO Awards!
Deadline: 31 October 2018 Applications are now open for the 15 UNWTO Awards to acknowledge the contribution of institutions – public, private or NGOs – to competitive and sustainable tourism development at the local, national, regional and international levels. The contribution of the awardees is … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for 15 UNWTO Awards!
2018 UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize! Innovative Use of ICT in Education
Deadline: 31 October 2018 The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) have launched a call for nominations for the 2018 edition of the UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize for the Use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in Education. Funded by … [Read more...] about 2018 UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize! Innovative Use of ICT in Education
Nominations Open for Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize 2019!
Deadline: 25 October 2018 The Conrad N. Hilton Foundation is currently seeking nominations for its 2019 Hilton Humanitarian Prize which is the world’s largest annual humanitarian award presented to nonprofit organizations judged to have made extraordinary contributions toward alleviating human … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize 2019!
Nominations Open for Jeanne Marchig Animal Welfare Award!
Deadline: 30 September 2018 The Marchig Animal Welfare Trust is currently seeking applications from organisations or individual for its Jeanne Marchig Animal Welfare Award 2018, with an aim to promote and encourage practical work in preventing animal cruelty and the relief of animal … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Jeanne Marchig Animal Welfare Award!
Apply for Volvo Environment Prize 2019: Promoting Scientific Research & Innovations!
Deadline: 10 January 2019 Nominations are open for the Volvo Environment Prize 2019 that is awarded for: “Outstanding innovations or scientific discoveries, which in broad terms fall within the environmental field.” The Volvo Environment Prize is awarded by an independent foundation. A Scientific … [Read more...] about Apply for Volvo Environment Prize 2019: Promoting Scientific Research & Innovations!
2018 AGFUND International Prize: Encouraging Innovation & Creativity in Human Development Work
Deadline: 30 November 2018 Nominations are open for the 2018 Arab Gulf Programme for Development (AGFUND) International Prize with the aim of inciting and encouraging innovation and creativity in human development work. The Subject of the 2018 AGFUND Prize is “End of poverty in all its forms … [Read more...] about 2018 AGFUND International Prize: Encouraging Innovation & Creativity in Human Development Work
Apply for Energy Globe Award 2019 for Sustainability!
Deadline: 21 November 2018 Nominations are open for the world’s most prestigious award for sustainability- the Energy Globe Award 2019. 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 Energy Globe Award 2019 for Sustainability!
Applications Open for ICT for Mountain Development Award 2018!
Deadline: 30 November 2018 International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) is currently seeking applications for its ICT for Mountain Development Award 2018 in order to recognize innovations in information and communications technology for Development (ICTD) that can help promote … [Read more...] about Applications Open for ICT for Mountain Development Award 2018!
2018 World of Difference Awards: Advancing Economic Empowerment of Women Worldwide
Deadline: 1 November 2018 The International Alliance for Women (TIAW) is seeking nominations for 2018 World of Difference Awards to recognize women, and men, whose efforts have advanced the economic empowerment of women locally, regionally or worldwide. Whether the candidate is working on a small … [Read more...] about 2018 World of Difference Awards: Advancing Economic Empowerment of Women Worldwide
Soroptimist’s Live Your Dream Awards: Education and Training Awards for Women
Deadline: 15 November 2018 Applicants are invited to apply for the Soroptimist’s Live Your Dream Awards that assists women who provide the primary source of financial support for their families by giving them the resources they need to improve their education, skills and employment prospects. Live … [Read more...] about Soroptimist’s Live Your Dream Awards: Education and Training Awards for Women
Wellcome Trust: Climate Change and Health Awards
Deadline: 11 October 2018 The Wellcome Trust is seeking applications for its Climate Change and Health Awards to support researchers who want to explore the links between people’s health and a changing climate. Benefits staff materials and consumables equipment research management … [Read more...] about Wellcome Trust: Climate Change and Health Awards
Apply for 2019 Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity!
Deadline: 30 September 2018 Applications are open for the 2019 Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity, a global humanitarian award established to recognize modern day heroes and the exceptional impact their actions have made on preserving human life and advancing humanitarian causes in the face of … [Read more...] about Apply for 2019 Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity!
SIWI’s 2019 Stockholm Water Prize: Recognizing Women, Men and Organizations!
Deadline: 30 September 2018 The Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) is currently seeking applications for its 2019 Stockholm Water Prize to recognize women, men and organizations who have made outstanding contributions to the sustainable use and protection of the world’s water … [Read more...] about SIWI’s 2019 Stockholm Water Prize: Recognizing Women, Men and Organizations!
Apply for Her Abilities Award: Honoring the Achievements of Women with Disabilities!
Deadline: 30 September 2018 Nominations are now open for the Her Abilities Award which is the first global award honoring the achievements of women with disabilities. Her Abilities was launched by Light for the World to honor women with disabilities who achieved greatness in their life or field of … [Read more...] about Apply for Her Abilities Award: Honoring the Achievements of Women with Disabilities!
Applications Open for GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security!
Deadline: 27 September 2018 The Geneva Centre for Security Policy (GCSP) and its Geopolitics and Global Futures Programme, under the umbrella of its Creativity and Innovation Initiative, is seeking applications for its Prize for Innovation in Global Security in order to recognize deserving … [Read more...] about Applications Open for GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security!
Submit Nominations for King Hamad Youth Empowerment Award!
Deadline: 30 October 2018 Nominations are open for the King Hamad Youth Empowerment Award to recognize young people’s endeavour to be effective and productive citizens, contributing to the welfare of their communities and environment, as well as institutions that improve the enabling environment … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for King Hamad Youth Empowerment Award!
Positive Action Challenges/UNAIDS: Breaking Out of the Echo Chambers’ Program
Deadline: 4 October 2018 The Positive Action Challenges in collaboration with United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) is seeking applications for a program entitled “Breaking Out of the Echo Chambers”. This challenge is seeking innovative storytelling approaches via digital technology, … [Read more...] about Positive Action Challenges/UNAIDS: Breaking Out of the Echo Chambers’ Program
Nominations Open for 2019 Thomas J. Dodd Prize in International Justice and Human Rights!
Deadline: 1 October 2018 Nominations are open for 2019 Thomas J. Dodd Prize which is awarded biennially by the University of Connecticut and is presented to an individual or group who has had significant impact advancing the cause of international justice and global human rights. The prize … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2019 Thomas J. Dodd Prize in International Justice and Human Rights!
Apply for 2018 Human Rights Prize of the French Republic!
Deadline: 15 October 2018 Applications are now open for the 2018 “Liberty, Equality, Fraternity” Human Rights Prize of the French Republic, awarded by the French Prime Minister. This Prize, created in 1988, is awarded in recognition and support for the completion of individual or collective … [Read more...] about Apply for 2018 Human Rights Prize of the French Republic!
Submit Nominations for 2019 Grinnell College Innovator for Social Justice Prize!
Deadline: 8 October 2018 Grinnell College is accepting nominations from across the globe for the 2019 Grinnell College Innovator for Social Justice Prize that awards annually to individuals who show creativity, commitment, and extraordinary accomplishment in effecting positive social … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for 2019 Grinnell College Innovator for Social Justice Prize!
empowering people. Award 2019: Inviting Social Entrepreneurs and Developers
Deadline: 31 October 2018 Siemens Stiftung has launched empowering people. Award 2019, calling on social entrepreneurs and developers from across the world to submit their projects with impact. The award identifies and supports low-tech solutions that address crucial basic needs sectors in … [Read more...] about empowering people. Award 2019: Inviting Social Entrepreneurs and Developers
Niwano Peace Foundation’s Grant Program 2018: Building a World of Peace and Coexistence
Deadline: 15 October 2018 The Niwano Peace Foundation is seeking applications for its 2018 grant program to build a world of peace and coexistence. The Foundation makes grants in order to actively encourage activities undertaken in the spirit of religious principles grounded and conducted in such a … [Read more...] about Niwano Peace Foundation’s Grant Program 2018: Building a World of Peace and Coexistence
Submit Applications for “AI and the News: An Open Challenge”!
Deadline: 12 October 2018 Applications are open for "AI and the News: An Open Challenge" which is organized and funded by the Ethics and Governance of AI Initiative, a hybrid research effort and philanthropic fund that seeks to ensure that technologies of automation and machine learning are … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for “AI and the News: An Open Challenge”!
Call for Participation: 32nd Khwarizmi International Award
Deadline: 20 November 2018 Applicants are invited to submit applications for 32nd Khwarizmi International Award to recognize the efforts made by researchers, innovators and inventors from all over the world and to appreciate their invaluable achievements and contributions to various fields of … [Read more...] about Call for Participation: 32nd Khwarizmi International Award
Apply for GNI YouTube Innovation Funding Program!
Deadline: 12 October 2018 Applications are open for GNI YouTube Innovation Funding Program to provide selected news organizations around the world with grants to support building stronger video capabilities and innovating with video formats. Best practices gained from this program will be shared … [Read more...] about Apply for GNI YouTube Innovation Funding Program!
Nesta: Seeking Applications for Collective Intelligence Grants Program
Deadline: 9 November 2018 Nesta is seeking applications for its Collective Intelligence Grants to offer grants of up to £20,000 for projects that generate new knowledge on how to advance collective intelligence (combining human and machine intelligence) to solve social problems. This call is … [Read more...] about Nesta: Seeking Applications for Collective Intelligence Grants Program
OTF Call for Applications: Core Infrastructure Fund Grant Program
Deadline: 1 November 2018 The Open Technology Fund (OTF) is seeking applications for its Core Infrastructure Fund that supports the ‘building block’ technologies, infrastructures, and communities relied upon by digital security and circumvention tools strengthening internet freedom, digital … [Read more...] about OTF Call for Applications: Core Infrastructure Fund Grant Program
Nominations Open for The Diana Award 2019!
Deadline: 29 March 2019 Nominations are open for The Diana Award which is the most prestigious accolade a young person aged 9-25 years can revive for their social action or humanitarian work. The Award mission is to develop and inspire positive change in the future of young people. They believe … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for The Diana Award 2019!
USAID: Development Innovation Ventures Annual Program Statement (APS)
Deadline: 11 September 2019 The United States Government, as represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), U.S. Global Development Lab (Lab), is seeking applications for the Development Innovation Ventures (DIV) program. Through a year-round grant competition, Development … [Read more...] about USAID: Development Innovation Ventures Annual Program Statement (APS)
National Institutes of Health: HIV/AIDS High Priority Drug Abuse Research
Deadline: 7 September 2021 The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking applications for its "HIV/AIDS High Priority Drug Abuse Research" to stimulate high priority research relevant to drug misuse and HIV/AIDS. Central to the NIH high priority areas of research are principles such as … [Read more...] about National Institutes of Health: HIV/AIDS High Priority Drug Abuse Research
Japan Foundation Grant Program: Promoting Cultural Collaboration within Asia
Deadline: 3 December 2018 Japan Foundation is accepting applications for "Grant Program for Promotion of Cultural Collaboration" to generate new cultures together within Asia. Grants are provided to successful collaborative projects conducted by organizations and professionals in Japan and ASEAN … [Read more...] about Japan Foundation Grant Program: Promoting Cultural Collaboration within Asia
Apply for Japan Foundation’s Grant Program for Enhancing People-to-People Exchange!
Deadline: 3 December 2018 The Japan Foundation is inviting applications for its Grant Program for Enhancing People-to-People Exchange which is designed to expand the bases for exchange and to promote understanding and friendship among the people in Japan and other Asian countries, particularly … [Read more...] about Apply for Japan Foundation’s Grant Program for Enhancing People-to-People Exchange!
Apply for 2nd International Youth Summit Lahore 2018!
Deadline: 30 September 2018 Applications are open for 2nd International Youth Summit Lahore 2018 with an aim to highlight a dynamic and principled process of promoting the values, relations and institutions that enable youth to participate in social, economic, cultural and political life on the … [Read more...] about Apply for 2nd International Youth Summit Lahore 2018!
