Deadline: 30 May 2017 Nominations are open for the UNESCO-UNAM Jaime Torres Bodet Prize in social sciences, humanities and arts, intended to reward the efforts of a person, group of people or international institution that has contributed to the development of knowledge and society through art, … [Read more...] about Apply for UNESCO-UNAM Jaime Torres Bodet Prize in Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts
Latest Grants and Resources in Japan
View the latest grants and resources for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals in Japan.
Nominations Open for 2017 Global Freedom Exchange Program for Anti-Trafficking Women Leaders!
Deadline: 19 May 2017 Vital Voices Global Partnership, together with Hilton Worldwide, and Heineken welcomes nominations for 2017 Global Freedom Exchange Program for Anti-Trafficking Leaders, an upcoming leadership development and networking program. In an effort to support women leaders in their … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2017 Global Freedom Exchange Program for Anti-Trafficking Women Leaders!
Apply for 2017 WJP Anthony Lewis Prize for Exceptional Rule of Law Journalism!
Deadline: 28 May 2017 Nominations are open for the 2017 World Justice Project (WJP) Anthony Lewis Prize for Exceptional Rule of Law Journalism to acknowledge journalists from around the world who have contributed to increased awareness and understanding of the foundational importance of the rule of … [Read more...] about Apply for 2017 WJP Anthony Lewis Prize for Exceptional Rule of Law Journalism!
Asia-Europe Foundation Call for Applications: ASEFEdu Young Reporter 2017
Deadline: 30 April 2017 Are you an aspiring young reporter with a desire to travel across Asia and Europe practising your craft and providing important coverage of education projects? The Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF) is seeking reporters aged between 18 and 30 years from Asia-Europe Meeting … [Read more...] about Asia-Europe Foundation Call for Applications: ASEFEdu Young Reporter 2017
IWMF’s Reporting Grants for Women’s Stories 2017: Supporting Journalism Produced by and about Women
Deadline: 16 May 2017 Applications are currently open for the IWMF’s Reporting Grants for Women’s Stories, sponsored by The Secular Society, a funding initiative supporting journalism produced by and about women. In an era of increased globalization, the need for varied coverage of gendered topics … [Read more...] about IWMF’s Reporting Grants for Women’s Stories 2017: Supporting Journalism Produced by and about Women
Getty Images Editorial Grants Program: Supporting Independent Photojournalists around the World
Deadline: 15 May 2017 The Getty Images is currently seeking applications for its "Editorial Grants Program" to support independent photojournalists around the world by providing the creative freedom and collaborative editorial support necessary to pursue work that is personally important to them … [Read more...] about Getty Images Editorial Grants Program: Supporting Independent Photojournalists around the World
DFID: Women’s Integrated Sexual Health for Africa & Asia
Deadline: 31 May 2017 The UK’s Department for International Development (DFID) is currently seeking applications for its Women’s Integrated Sexual Health (WISH) programme across Africa and Asia to provide a comprehensive package of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), with a primary … [Read more...] about DFID: Women’s Integrated Sexual Health for Africa & Asia
Nominations Open for Ellen Stewart International Award!
Deadline: 31 August 2017 Nominations are open for "Ellen Stewart International Award" that is presented to an individual artist or group of artists who work together or a theatre organization that demonstrates success in promoting social change and youth engagement through their theatre … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Ellen Stewart International Award!
Patagonia’s Corporate Grants Program: Supporting Small Grassroots Activist Organizations in the United States
Deadline: 30 April 2017 Applications are open for Patagonia's Corporate Grants Program to fund environmental work that takes place within the United States and is either national in scope or not located near one of their U.S. retail stores. It is a broad program that essentially encompasses all … [Read more...] about Patagonia’s Corporate Grants Program: Supporting Small Grassroots Activist Organizations in the United States
USAID-Kiev: Seeking Applications for ServingLife Activity
Deadline: 5 June 2017 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), through the Regional Contracting Office in Kyiv, Ukraine is seeking applications from qualified U.S. or Non-U.S. non-profit or for-profit Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), and other qualified non-USG … [Read more...] about USAID-Kiev: Seeking Applications for ServingLife Activity
UNAOC-BMW Call for Applications: Intercultural Innovation Award 2017
Deadline: 31 May 2017 Applications are now open for "The Intercultural Innovation Award 2017", which is a partnership between the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) and the BMW Group that aims to select and support the most innovative grassroots projects that encourage intercultural … [Read more...] about UNAOC-BMW Call for Applications: Intercultural Innovation Award 2017
Apply to Participate in 1776 Challenge Cup 2017 and Win Grand Prizes!
Deadline: Various Applications are open for 1776 Challenge Cup 2017, a global competition for the world’s most promising startups tackling complex, regulated challenges to share their vision on a global stage, and engage with industry leaders. Over 1,000 startups will compete in the first round of … [Read more...] about Apply to Participate in 1776 Challenge Cup 2017 and Win Grand Prizes!
Talent Meets Bertelsmann 2017: Apply to Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of International Networking Extravaganza!
Deadline: 21 May 2017 Are you creative? Do you have an entrepreneurial mindset? Are you passionate about shaping the future of the media landscape, especially in the digital domain? Then seize the opportunity to apply to participate in our anniversary edition of “Talent Meets Bertelsmann … [Read more...] about Talent Meets Bertelsmann 2017: Apply to Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of International Networking Extravaganza!
Applications Open for DBS-NUS Social Venture Challenge Asia 2017!
Deadline: 14 May 2017 Do you run a sustainable social venture, or have an innovative idea that can improve the world around you? If yes, then apply for the DBS-NUS Social Venture Challenge Asia. The DBS Foundation together with National University of Singapore (NUS) Enterprise, is currently … [Read more...] about Applications Open for DBS-NUS Social Venture Challenge Asia 2017!
Embassy of Japan in Bangladesh: Grant Assistance for Grass-Roots Human Security Projects (GGHSP)
Deadline: 30 April 2017 The Embassy of Japan in Bangladesh is seeking applications for its Grant Assistance for Grass-Roots Human Security Projects (GGHSP) to support various development projects with a view to enhance human security at the grass-roots level. There is an increasing need for … [Read more...] about Embassy of Japan in Bangladesh: Grant Assistance for Grass-Roots Human Security Projects (GGHSP)
Call for Applications: Capacity Building Workshop on Nature-Culture Linkages in Heritage Conservation in Asia and the Pacific
Deadline: 7 May 2017 The University of Tsukuba, in cooperation with UNESCO World Heritage Centre, IUCN, ICCROM and ICOMOS is currently seeking applications for Capacity Building Workshop on Nature-Culture Linkages in Heritage Conservation in Asia and the Pacific, organized by the World Heritage … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Capacity Building Workshop on Nature-Culture Linkages in Heritage Conservation in Asia and the Pacific
The Waterloo Foundation: Seeking Applications for Child Development Fund
Deadline: 2 July 2017 The Waterloo Foundation is seeking applications for its Child Development Fund to provide grants for research projects and for practical projects. (This deadline refers exclusively to research projects looking specifically at developmental trauma or diet. These awards are … [Read more...] about The Waterloo Foundation: Seeking Applications for Child Development Fund
b.creative Challenge 2017: Rewarding Young Creative Changemakers
Deadline: 28 April 2017 b.creative is currently inviting artists, cultural and creative entrepreneurs from all over the world to take part in the b.creative challenge 2017 with an aim to foster new ideas in an international endeavour to better handle issues like: growing poverty rates, social … [Read more...] about b.creative Challenge 2017: Rewarding Young Creative Changemakers
NordForsk: Seeking Proposals for Nordic Centre of Excellence under the Nordic Research Programme Education for Tomorrow
Deadline: 13 September 2017 NordForsk, in collaboration with the Academy of Finland; the Swedish Research Council; the Research Council of Norway; the Ministry of Education, Science and Culture of Iceland; and the Ministry of Higher Education and Science of Denmark, is issuing a call for proposals … [Read more...] about NordForsk: Seeking Proposals for Nordic Centre of Excellence under the Nordic Research Programme Education for Tomorrow
Nominations Open for UNESCO-Japan Prize on Education for Sustainable Development!
Deadline: 2 May 2017 Nominations are open for the third edition of the UNESCO-Japan Prize on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD). UNESCO is now inviting the Governments of all Member States as well as non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in official partnership with UNESCO to nominate up … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for UNESCO-Japan Prize on Education for Sustainable Development!
Apply for 2017 Al-Sumait Prize “Education”: A Chance to Win Up to 1 Million!
Deadline: 30 June 2017 The Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) is currently inviting applicants for its 2017 Al-Sumait Prize "Education" in order to advance economic and social development, human resources development and infrastructure in the African continent. Focus … [Read more...] about Apply for 2017 Al-Sumait Prize “Education”: A Chance to Win Up to 1 Million!
Entries Open for 2018 Zayed Future Energy Prize!
Deadline: 6 July 2017 Entries are open for the 2018 Zayed Future Energy Prize to recognise and award excellence in renewable energy and sustainability. The award celebrates achievements that reflect impact, innovation, long-term vision and leadership in renewable energy and sustainability. The … [Read more...] about Entries Open for 2018 Zayed Future Energy Prize!
UNESCO Call for Applications: Capacity Building Workshop on Nature-Culture Linkages in Heritage Conservation in Asia and the Pacific
Deadline: 7 May 2017 The World Heritage Studies and the Certificate Programme on Nature Conservation (CPNC) at the University of Tsukuba, in cooperation with UNESCO World Heritage Centre, IUCN, ICCROM and ICOMOS, are seeking applications for its "Capacity Building Workshop on Nature-Culture … [Read more...] about UNESCO Call for Applications: Capacity Building Workshop on Nature-Culture Linkages in Heritage Conservation in Asia and the Pacific
Applications Open for Japan International Award for Young Agricultural Researchers 2017!
Deadline: 26 May 2017 Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences (JIRCAS) is seeking applications for its Japan International Award for Young Agricultural Researchers 2017 to increase motivation among young researchers contributing to research and development in agriculture, … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Japan International Award for Young Agricultural Researchers 2017!
Embassy of Japan in Pakistan: Grant Assistance for Cultural Grassroots Projects (GCGP)
Deadline: 10 June 2017 The Embassy of Japan in Pakistan is seeking applications for its Grant Assistance for Cultural Grassroots Projects (GCGP) to provide nonrefundable financial assistance to support the implementation of cultural and higher education projects conducted by non-profit … [Read more...] about Embassy of Japan in Pakistan: Grant Assistance for Cultural Grassroots Projects (GCGP)
Mozilla Fellowships for Science: Inviting Researchers to Influence the Future of Open Science and Data Sharing Within their Communities
Deadline: 14 May 2017 The Mozilla Fellowships for Science is currently open for applications and invites researchers with a passion for open source and data sharing, already working to shift research practice to be more collaborative, iterative and open. Fellows will spend 10 months starting … [Read more...] about Mozilla Fellowships for Science: Inviting Researchers to Influence the Future of Open Science and Data Sharing Within their Communities
East-West Center: Applications Open for Advanced Leadership Program for Professionals based in Asia-Pacific Region
Deadline: 1 May 2017 The East-West Center has announced an Advanced Leadership Program for advanced professionals to reflect upon personal and organizational achievement while developing plans for the future. The Advanced Leadership Program takes place at the East-West Center's campus in Honolulu, … [Read more...] about East-West Center: Applications Open for Advanced Leadership Program for Professionals based in Asia-Pacific Region
Applications Open for Wildlife Acoustics Scientific Product Grant!
Deadline: 15 May 2017 Wildlife Acoustics is currently inviting applicants for its Scientific Product Grant to support efforts in conservation and environmental stewardship. The programme enables those involved in animal biology, research and conservation to do their best work easily and … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Wildlife Acoustics Scientific Product Grant!
Apply for Green Talent’s International Forum for High Potentials in Sustainable Development!
Deadline: 23 May 2017 Are you an up and coming scientist researching in the fields of sustainable development? Do you want to become one of this year’s 25 Green Talents? Then apply for the “Green Talents – International Forum for High Potentials in Sustainable Development”. “Green Talents – … [Read more...] about Apply for Green Talent’s International Forum for High Potentials in Sustainable Development!
Singularity University Global Summit: Nominations Open for The Global Grand Challenge Awards
Deadline: 31 July 2017 Is your organization pushing the boundaries of what's possible? Are you determined to make a global impact? Are you focused on creating and using exponential technologies to solve humanity’s greatest challenges? If so, apply for the 2017 Global Grand Challenge Awards. The … [Read more...] about Singularity University Global Summit: Nominations Open for The Global Grand Challenge Awards
IOC Sport and Active Society Commission: Apply For Development Grants Worth USD 20,000
Deadline: 1 May 2017 Applications are currently open for the IOC Sport and Active Society Commission Development Grants worth USD 20,000 each to award to organisations that are running effective sport for all programmes in their communities. Sport and physical activity in society are more … [Read more...] about IOC Sport and Active Society Commission: Apply For Development Grants Worth USD 20,000
Entries Open for Asia-Pacific Child Rights Award 2017!
Deadline: 30 June 2017 Asia–Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU), the Cable and Satellite Broadcasting Association of Asia (CASBAA) and UNICEF are seeking entries for 17th Asia-Pacific Child Rights Award from broadcasters and producers in the region. The award is given each year to the best television … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Asia-Pacific Child Rights Award 2017!
Apply for Arcus Foundation’s 2017 International Human Rights Program!
Deadline: 15 May 2017 The Arcus Foundation is seeking proposals for its 2017 International Human Rights Program to ensure its program portfolios remain responsive to new and emerging opportunities within the geographic and thematic scope of its strategy. The purpose of the program is to solicit … [Read more...] about Apply for Arcus Foundation’s 2017 International Human Rights Program!
Apply for International Tropical Timber Organization (IITO) Fellowship Programme!
Deadline: 20 June 2017 The International Tropical Timber Organization (IITO) is seeking applications for its fellowship programme through the Freezailah Fellowship Fund to promote human resource development and to strengthen professional expertise in member countries in tropical forestry and … [Read more...] about Apply for International Tropical Timber Organization (IITO) Fellowship Programme!
U.S. Department of State, Bureau of DRL: Financial Management Capacity Building for Implementing Partners IRF
Deadline: 31 May 2017 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 the financial management capacity building for implementing partners IRF in order to … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of State, Bureau of DRL: Financial Management Capacity Building for Implementing Partners IRF
ETH Zurich: Young Researchers’ Exchange Program between Japan and Switzerland 2017
Deadline: 19 May 2017 ETH Zurich is currently seeking applications for its Young Researchers’ Exchange Program between Japan and Switzerland 2017. The main purpose of the exchange program is to foster and facilitate the direct exchange between Japanese and Swiss research groups and to enable the … [Read more...] about ETH Zurich: Young Researchers’ Exchange Program between Japan and Switzerland 2017
Applications Open for Waterbird Society’s Kushlan Research Award!
Deadline: 15 July 2017 The Waterbird Society is seeking applications for its Kushlan Research Award to encourage significant scientific advances in the biology, ecology, or conservation biology of wading birds (i.e. herons, storks, ibises, and their taxonomic allies). Focus Areas Species … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Waterbird Society’s Kushlan Research Award!
Call for Nominations: Takeda Foundation Young Entrepreneurship Award 2017
Deadline: 31 July 2017 The Takeda Foundation is currently accepting nominations for the Takeda Young Entrepreneurship Award. The Takeda Young Entrepreneurship Award praises young entrepreneurs or entrepreneurial individuals who challenge technological or social needs in the real world. The … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: Takeda Foundation Young Entrepreneurship Award 2017
Apply to Participate in eBay StartUp Cup Challenge Business Model Competition!
Deadline: Various Applications are currently open for eBay StartUp Cup Challenge Business Model Competition designed to foster entrepreneurship and an entrepreneurial spirit, grow jobs through startups, and increase awareness of the resources available to grow entrepreneurs. Award Criteria … [Read more...] about Apply to Participate in eBay StartUp Cup Challenge Business Model Competition!
EU Call for Proposals: Capacity Building of Civil Society Organisations and Strengthening Human Rights in Solomon Islands
Deadline: 22 May 2017 The European Union (EU) is seeking applications for its program entitled "Capacity Building of Civil Society Organisations and Strengthening Human Rights in Solomon Islands" to enhance civil society organisations and human rights defenders' contribution to governance and … [Read more...] about EU Call for Proposals: Capacity Building of Civil Society Organisations and Strengthening Human Rights in Solomon Islands
The Karel Styblo Public Health Prize: Recognising a Health Worker or a Community Organisation for Contributions to Tuberculosis
Deadline: 15 May 2017 Nominations are open for The Karel Styblo Public Health Prize to acknowledge a health worker or a community organisation for contributions to tuberculosis control over a period of 10 years or more. This prize is named in honour of Dr Karel Styblo, Director of Scientific … [Read more...] about The Karel Styblo Public Health Prize: Recognising a Health Worker or a Community Organisation for Contributions to Tuberculosis
NBER Call for Proposals: Supporting Research Grants in the areas of Innovation Policy, Entrepreneurship and Digitization
Deadline: 30 April 2017 The National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) Productivity, Innovation and Entrepreneurship (PIE) Program is currently seeking proposals for research grants in the areas of Innovation Policy, Entrepreneurship and Digitization. Research Categories The Innovation … [Read more...] about NBER Call for Proposals: Supporting Research Grants in the areas of Innovation Policy, Entrepreneurship and Digitization
Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs: Counterterrorism Administrative Support for East Asia and the Pacific
Deadline: 5 June 2017 The Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs’ (EAP) Office of Regional Security Policy (RSP) and the Bureau of Counterterrorism (CT) Office of Programs (P) at the U.S. Department of State is seeking applications for its program entitled "Counterterrorism Administrative Support … [Read more...] about Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs: Counterterrorism Administrative Support for East Asia and the Pacific
Applications Open for 2018-19 Rotary Peace Fellowship Program!
Deadline: 31 May 2017 The Rotary Peace Fellowship is currently open for applications and invites professionals from around the world to receive fellowships to study at one of the Rotary Peace Centers. Through academic training, practice, and global networking opportunities, the Rotary Peace … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2018-19 Rotary Peace Fellowship Program!
Mind & Life Institute: Seeking Letters of Intent for PEACE Grants
Deadline: 14 April 2017 The Mind & Life Institute, a non-profit organization, is currently seeking Letters of Intent for its Research Awards for the Promotion and Assessment of Prosociality, Empathy, Altruism, Compassion, and Ethics (PEACE Awards). The Institute is committed to building a … [Read more...] about Mind & Life Institute: Seeking Letters of Intent for PEACE Grants
Nominations Open for 2018 Public Peace Prize!
Deadline: 1 January 2018 Nominations are open for 2018 Public Peace Prize with an aim to foster greater recognition for peacemakers and peace initiatives around the world by the general public: on local, national and international levels. The Public Peace Prize is the only peace award in the world … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2018 Public Peace Prize!
Nominations Open for Women of Peace Award!
Deadline: 31 May 2017 The Women’s Peacepower Foundation, Inc. is seeking nominations for its Women of Peace Award to reward ordinary/extraordinary women around the world who work without funding or recognition for the universal goal of peace, fairness and true justice within the lives of women and … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Women of Peace Award!
The Maypole Fund: Supporting Imaginative, Non-violent and Politically Expressive Projects from Women
Deadline: 30 June 2017 The Maypole Fund is currently open for applications to support imaginative, non-violent and politically expressive projects from women and welcomes applications from women only for projects and activities for any of the following: Anti-militarism; Action against the … [Read more...] about The Maypole Fund: Supporting Imaginative, Non-violent and Politically Expressive Projects from Women
A List of Open Grant Opportunities for Promotion of Peace and Democracy
Niwano Peace Foundation’s Grant Program 2017: Building a World of Peace and Coexistence Deadline: 30 April 2017 The Niwano Peace Foundation is seeking applications for its Grant Program 2017 to build a world of peace and coexistence. The Foundation makes grants in order to provide active … [Read more...] about A List of Open Grant Opportunities for Promotion of Peace and Democracy
Apply for Thomson Reuters Foundation’s Following the Climate Money Programme!
Deadline: 1 May 2017 The Thomson Reuters Foundation is seeking applications for its programme "Following the Climate Money". This programme will draw on the Thomson Reuters Foundation’s long track record of covering climate change and climate funding for a global audience. The programme will … [Read more...] about Apply for Thomson Reuters Foundation’s Following the Climate Money Programme!
