Deadline: 4 January 2018 Entries are open for the 2018 World Press Photo Contest. The World Press Photo Foundation is a major force in developing and promoting the work of visual journalists and visual storytellers, with a range of activities and initiatives that span the globe. The annual photo … [Read more...] about Entries Open for 2018 World Press Photo Contest!
Latest Grants and Resources in Japan
View the latest grants and resources for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals in Japan.
Apply for a Scholarship to Attend AIDS Conference 2018!
Deadline: 1 February 2018 The AIDS Conference 2018 organizers are seeking applications in order to provide scholarships to applicants to attend the AIDS Conference 2018. Through the Scholarship Programme, the conference organizers commit to make the AIDS 2018 conference accessible to people from … [Read more...] about Apply for a Scholarship to Attend AIDS Conference 2018!
Climate CoLab Contest: Seeking Proposals on Absorbing climate impacts
Deadline: 11 February 2018 The UN Climate Resilience Initiative and InsuResilience are seeking innovative ideas for linking climate risk insurance with other forms of social protection to further enhance communities’ ability to absorb the impacts of climate change. Key Issues Impacts of … [Read more...] about Climate CoLab Contest: Seeking Proposals on Absorbing climate impacts
Embassy of Japan in Uganda: Grant Assistance for Grass-roots Human Security Projects (GGP)
Deadline: 31 January 2018 The Embassy of Japan in Uganda is seeking concept papers for its Grant Assistance for Grass-roots Human Security Projects (GGP) to provide financial assistance to non-profit, development-oriented organizations to support community development projects which directly … [Read more...] about Embassy of Japan in Uganda: Grant Assistance for Grass-roots Human Security Projects (GGP)
Applications Open for Global Health Corps Fellowship 2018-2019!
Deadline: 17 January 2018 Global Health Corps is inviting applicants for its fellowship program to mobilize a global community of emerging leaders to build the movement for health equity. Global Health Corps is building the next generation of diverse health leaders. Global Health Corps offering a … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Global Health Corps Fellowship 2018-2019!
Nominations Open for 2018 Hult Prize!
Deadline: 23 December 2017 Nominations are open for 2018 Hult Prize which is a start-up accelerator for impact entrepreneurship which brings together the brightest college and university students from around the globe to solve the world’s most pressing issues through pitching ideas and launching … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2018 Hult Prize!
Philippines: Panasonic donates 2,550 Solar Lanterns in its Humanitarian Drive
In its humanitarian drive, Panasonic Corp. donates 2,550 solar lanterns to ten humanitarian and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in the country from a global company based in Japan. The ceremony was held at Panasonic Manufacturing Philippines Corp. (PMPC). The donation is part of Panasonic’s … [Read more...] about Philippines: Panasonic donates 2,550 Solar Lanterns in its Humanitarian Drive
Applications Open for Matthew Power Literary Reporting Award 2018!
Deadline: 20 February 2018 The Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute of New York University is inviting applications for Matthew Power Literary Reporting Award 2018. Prize Details The monetary awards will be distributed in the following way: Main prize: $6,000 upon announcement of the … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Matthew Power Literary Reporting Award 2018!
Wageningen UR CDI Course: Facilitating Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships to Foster Sustainable and Inclusive Food Systems
Deadline: 10 September 2018 The Wageningen UR Centre for Development Innovation (CDI) is seeking applications for its course on “Facilitating multi-stakeholder partnerships to foster sustainable and inclusive food systems." The course starts from 22 October 2018 until 9 November 2018. The course … [Read more...] about Wageningen UR CDI Course: Facilitating Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships to Foster Sustainable and Inclusive Food Systems
Open Society Foundation: Accepting Applications for Graduate Scholarships at Central European University
Deadline: 1 February 2018 Applications are now being accepted for master’s and doctoral scholarships at Central European University. Graduate students and faculty from around the world come together in Budapest to engage in interdisciplinary education, pursue advanced scholarship, and address some … [Read more...] about Open Society Foundation: Accepting Applications for Graduate Scholarships at Central European University
Apply for UNAIDS’s Start Free Challenge: Reducing New HIV Infections in Children!
Deadline: 15 February 2018 The Positive Action Challenges in collaboration with United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) is seeking applications for The Start Free Challenge. This challenge is seeking replicable innovations at a local level which can speed up the progress being made to reach … [Read more...] about Apply for UNAIDS’s Start Free Challenge: Reducing New HIV Infections in Children!
National Geographic Society: Seeking Proposals for Standard Grant Program
Deadline: 3 January 2018 The National Geographic Society is seeking proposals for its Standard Grant Program which is a request for funding by an experienced project lead. The National Geographic Society awards grants for conservation, education, research, storytelling, and technology through its … [Read more...] about National Geographic Society: Seeking Proposals for Standard Grant Program
National Geographic Society: Seeking Applications for Early Career Grant
Deadline: 3 January 2018 The National Geographic Society is seeking applications for its Early Career Grant to offer less experienced individuals an opportunity to lead a project. The National Geographic Society awards grants for conservation, education, research, storytelling, and technology … [Read more...] about National Geographic Society: Seeking Applications for Early Career Grant
Wageningen UR CDI Course: Fisheries Governance for Food Security
Deadline: 10 September 2018 The Wageningen UR Centre for Development Innovation (CDI) is accepting applications for its International Course on “Fisheries Governance for Food Security” from 22 October 2018 to 9 November 2018 in Netherlands. The primary tasks of the fisheries manager or governor is … [Read more...] about Wageningen UR CDI Course: Fisheries Governance for Food Security
Alliance for Public Health: Call for Applications for Harm Reduction Academy
Deadline: 15 January 2018 Alliance for Public Health (Ukraine) is organizing Harm Reduction Academy Cycle 5 which is a global learning, dialogue and skills building course established with the vision to end AIDS and Hepatitis C among people who inject drugs. Inspired by the successes in response to … [Read more...] about Alliance for Public Health: Call for Applications for Harm Reduction Academy
EJN Asia-Pacific Media Grants: Supporting the Creation, Growth, and Capacity Building of Media
Deadline: 14 January 2018 Applications are open for the EJN Asia-Pacific Media Grants which are provided as part of the EJN Asia-Pacific project, implemented by Internews with the generous funding from Sweden / the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA). The Environmental … [Read more...] about EJN Asia-Pacific Media Grants: Supporting the Creation, Growth, and Capacity Building of Media
The Japan Foundation: Grant Program for Dispatching Artists and Cultural Specialists
Deadline: 1 June 2018 The Japan Foundation is seeking applications for its “Grant Program for Dispatching Artists and Cultural Specialists” in order to provide financial support for artists and Japanese cultural specialists who participate in cultural events (e.g., performances, demonstrations, … [Read more...] about The Japan Foundation: Grant Program for Dispatching Artists and Cultural Specialists
Apply for Atlas Corps Fellowship Program to Address Critical Social Issues!
Deadline: 19 December 2017 Atlas Corps is seeking applications for its fellowship program to address critical social issues by developing leaders, strengthening organizations, and promoting innovation through an overseas fellowship of skilled social sector professionals. The Atlas Corps Fellowship … [Read more...] about Apply for Atlas Corps Fellowship Program to Address Critical Social Issues!
EU Call for Proposals: Increasing Knowledge, Awareness, Transparency and Traceability for Responsible Value Chains in the Cotton and Garment sectors
Deadline: 8 February 2018 The European Union (EU) is seeking proposals for its program "Increasing Knowledge, Awareness, Transparency and Traceability for Responsible Value Chains in the Cotton and Garment sectors" as a part of the action entitled Promoting responsible value chains in the garment … [Read more...] about EU Call for Proposals: Increasing Knowledge, Awareness, Transparency and Traceability for Responsible Value Chains in the Cotton and Garment sectors
Submissions Open for Data Journalism Awards 2018!
Deadline: 26 March 2018 Submissions are open for Data Journalism Awards 2018 which are organised by the Global Editors Network to celebrate and credit outstanding work in the field of data-driven journalism worldwide. This year the prizes are worth $1,801 (US) each and will be awarded on 31 May … [Read more...] about Submissions Open for Data Journalism Awards 2018!
Wilson Center Call for Applications: 2018 Ion Ratiu Democracy Fellowship
Deadline: 15 January 2018 Applications are open for 2018 Ion Ratiu Democracy Fellowship with an aim to support individuals around the world who are working on behalf of democracy as activists or intellectuals, whether they are in exile from repressive regimes or operating within emerging … [Read more...] about Wilson Center Call for Applications: 2018 Ion Ratiu Democracy Fellowship
Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute: Inviting Applicants for Reporting Award 2018
Deadline: 31 January 2018 The Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute of New York University is inviting applications for The 2018 Reporting Award for a significant work of journalism in any medium on an under-reported topic in the public interest. Award Details The total award will be provided in … [Read more...] about Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute: Inviting Applicants for Reporting Award 2018
Wageningen UR CDI Course: Climate Change and Food Security Nexus
Deadline: 30 July 2018 The Wageningen UR Centre for Development Innovation (CDI) is accepting applications for its course on “Climate change and food security nexus”. The course starts from 10 September 2018 until 21 September 2018. Climate change governance requires these stakeholders to change … [Read more...] about Wageningen UR CDI Course: Climate Change and Food Security Nexus
Applications Open for Cisco Global Problem Solver Challenge 2018!
Deadline: 12 January 2018 Applications are currently open for Cisco Global Problem Solver Challenge 2018 with an aim to recognize new innovative solutions that leverage technology for social impact from student entrepreneurs around the world. The Cisco Global Problem Solver Challenge 2018 is a … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Cisco Global Problem Solver Challenge 2018!
Institute for the Study of Human Rights: Alliance for Historical Dialogue and Accountability Fellowship Program
Deadline: 15 February 2018 The Institute for the Study of Human Rights at Columbia University is currently accepting applications for the Alliance for Historical Dialogue and Accountability Fellowship (AHDA). AHDA provides fellows with the opportunity to hone practical skills in fundraising, … [Read more...] about Institute for the Study of Human Rights: Alliance for Historical Dialogue and Accountability Fellowship Program
Applications Open for 2018 MTV Staying Alive Foundation Grants Program!
Deadline: 19 January 2018 Applicants are invited to apply for the 1 round of the 2018 MTV Staying Alive Foundation Grant program. A Staying Alive Foundation Grant comes with a small amount of funding, Staying Alive materials (including programming and teaching kits), and a small fund to buy … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2018 MTV Staying Alive Foundation Grants Program!
Apply for the World Press Institute’s Fellowship: Inviting Journalists across the World
Deadline: 16 February 2018 The World Press Institute (WPI) is seeking Applications from the journalists from across the world for its fellowship program. The WPI fellowship is offered to 10 journalists from countries around the world. It provides immersion into the governance, politics, business, … [Read more...] about Apply for the World Press Institute’s Fellowship: Inviting Journalists across the World
U.S. Embassy Tokyo: Inviting Applicants for Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
Deadline: 1 August 2018 The U.S. Embassy Tokyo Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program in order to strengthen cultural ties between the U.S. and Japan through cultural and … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Tokyo: Inviting Applicants for Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program
UNOPS/GDF Call for Proposals: Assessing Impact of Donor Co-financing and Transition Policies on TB Commodity Procurement
Deadline: 14 December 2017 The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), the Global Drug Facility (GDF) through this Call for Proposal (CFP), is inviting proposals from qualified organizations interested in receiving grant support to assess policies and practices, estimate impact, and … [Read more...] about UNOPS/GDF Call for Proposals: Assessing Impact of Donor Co-financing and Transition Policies on TB Commodity Procurement
Nominations Open for 2018 GBIF Young Researchers Award!
Deadline: 15 June 2018 The Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) is accepting proposals for its 2018 Young Researchers Awards with an aim to foster innovative research and discovery in biodiversity informatics by graduate students whose master’s and doctoral studies rely on GBIF-mediated … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2018 GBIF Young Researchers Award!
PMNCH/EWEC Global Call for Proposals: Seeking Collaborations to Develop Case Studies on Women’s, Children’s and Adolescents’ Health
Deadline: 22 December 2017 Are you part of an inspirational collaboration across sectors and that has resulted in solutions and achieved success for women’s, children’s and adolescents’ health? PMNCH and Every Woman Every Child (EWEC) have launched a global call for proposals to find out what … [Read more...] about PMNCH/EWEC Global Call for Proposals: Seeking Collaborations to Develop Case Studies on Women’s, Children’s and Adolescents’ Health
Open Technology Fund: Seeking Applications for Internet Freedom Fund
Deadline: 1 January 2018 The Open Technology Fund (OTF) is currently seeking applications for its Internet Freedom Fund, a primary way to support projects and people working on open and accessible technology-centric projects that promote human rights, internet freedom, open societies, and help … [Read more...] about Open Technology Fund: Seeking Applications for Internet Freedom Fund
JUSFC: Seeking Applications for Institutional Grants Program
Deadline: 1 July 2018 The Japan-U.S. Friendship Commission (JUSFC) is seeking applications for its Institutional Grants program. The Japan-U.S. Friendship Commission was established as an independent federal government agency by the United States Congress in 1975 (P.L. 94-118) to strengthen the … [Read more...] about JUSFC: Seeking Applications for Institutional Grants Program
Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia: Seeking Proposals for Labour in East Asia Program
Deadline: 14 February 2018 The Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA) is inviting applicants for a program entitled “Labour in East Asia” that aims to improve understanding of labour market issues in the context of increasing fragmentation of production across countries in the … [Read more...] about Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia: Seeking Proposals for Labour in East Asia Program
NATO’s Science for Peace and Security Programme: Seeking Proposals on ‘Counter Terrorism’ 2017
Deadline: 1 February 2018 The North Atlantic Treaty Organization’s (NATO) Science for Peace and Security (SPS) Programme is seeking proposals for a program entitled “Counter Terrorism” 2017 that aims to foster practical cooperation by developing collaborative networks between academia, think tanks, … [Read more...] about NATO’s Science for Peace and Security Programme: Seeking Proposals on ‘Counter Terrorism’ 2017
Varkey Foundation’s Challenge Fund Grants 2018: Investing in the Future of Education!
Deadline: 10 January 2018 The Varkey Foundation is currently inviting applicants for its Challenge Fund Grants 2018 that will believe in the power of new ideas to shape the future of education. The Challenge Fund’s aim is to support a small number of early-stage initiatives, with individual grants … [Read more...] about Varkey Foundation’s Challenge Fund Grants 2018: Investing in the Future of Education!
UNOPS Call for Proposals: Improving Quantification and Forecasting of New Drugs and Regimens based on Updated Guidance
Deadline: 12 December 2017 The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), the Global Drug Facility (GDF) through this Call for Proposals (CFP), is currently accepting proposals from qualified organizations interested in receiving grant support to develop and implement tools that will help … [Read more...] about UNOPS Call for Proposals: Improving Quantification and Forecasting of New Drugs and Regimens based on Updated Guidance
ISHR Seeking Applications for Human Rights Advocates Program
Deadline: 31 January 2018 The Institute for the Study of Human Rights (ISHR), Columbia University, is currently accepting applications for its Human Rights Advocates Program (HRAP). Founded in 1989, the Human Rights Advocates Program (HRAP) is a unique and successful model of human rights capacity … [Read more...] about ISHR Seeking Applications for Human Rights Advocates Program
Applications Open for Thomson Reuters Foundation’s Reporting Rural Poverty and Agricultural Development Workshop!
Deadline: 31 December 2017 The Thomson Reuters Foundation is inviting 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 acknowledged, it … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Thomson Reuters Foundation’s Reporting Rural Poverty and Agricultural Development Workshop!
Nominations Open for UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize 2018!
Deadline: 15 February 2018 United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is seeking nominations for its UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize 2018 which is funded by the Cano Foundation (Colombia) and the Helsingin Sanomat Foundation (Finland). This Prize was … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize 2018!
12th UNDEF Project Grant: Inviting Civil Society Organizations for Funding Projects to Advance & Support Democracy
Deadline: 20 December 2017 The United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF) is inviting civil society organizations for the twelfth round of its funding projects to advance and support democracy in order to strengthen the voice of civil society, promote human rights, and encourage the participation of all … [Read more...] about 12th UNDEF Project Grant: Inviting Civil Society Organizations for Funding Projects to Advance & Support Democracy
Sign On For Literacy Prize! Seeking Technology-based Innovations for Deaf Children
Deadline: 16 February 2018 Applications are open for "Sign On For Literacy Prize" which is a global prize competition, seeking technology-based innovations to increase sign language and literacy outcomes for deaf children in low resource settings. These innovations will assist parents, educators, … [Read more...] about Sign On For Literacy Prize! Seeking Technology-based Innovations for Deaf Children
Embassy of Japan in Armenia: Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP) Programme 2018
Deadline: 30 June 2018 The Government of Japan is currently inviting applicants for its Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP) Programme, in fiscal year 2018 (April 2018- March 2019). Reflecting the Japanese Government’s strong commitment to uphold the concept of “Human … [Read more...] about Embassy of Japan in Armenia: Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP) Programme 2018
Applications Open for 2018 AsiaGlobal Fellows Program!
Deadline: 31 January 2018 Applicants are invited to apply for the 2018 cohort of the AsiaGlobal Fellows Program that provide inter-disciplinary, intensive leadership development and networking opportunities for mid-career professionals interested in Asian public policy matters. The Program runs … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2018 AsiaGlobal Fellows Program!
Applications Open for Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund!
Deadline: 28 February 2018 Applicants are invited to apply for the Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund that has been established to provide targeted grants to individual species conservation initiatives, recognize leaders in the field and elevate the importance of species in the broader … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund!
Submit Proposals for Souter Charitable Trust’s Grant Program!
Deadline: 15 December 2017 The Souter Charitable Trust (SCT) is seeking applications for its program to support projects engaged in the relief of human suffering in all its aspects in the UK and overseas – especially, but not exclusively, those with a Christian emphasis and ethos. The trust has … [Read more...] about Submit Proposals for Souter Charitable Trust’s Grant Program!
Submit Proposals for Patagonia’s Korea Grants Program!
Deadline: 31 January 2018 Patagonia is seeking applications for its Korea Grants Program to support diverse grassroots environmental groups and activists who are keen to defend nature and work tirelessly to solve problems. Patagonia is funding organizations that create a solid foundation of public … [Read more...] about Submit Proposals for Patagonia’s Korea Grants Program!
Nominations Open for Fogarty Emerging Global Leader Award!
Deadline: 14 December 2017 Nominations are open for Fogarty Emerging Global Leader Award to provide research support and protected time to a research scientist from a LMIC who holds an academic junior faculty position or research scientist appointment at an LMIC academic or research … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Fogarty Emerging Global Leader Award!
Nominations Open for 2018 World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) Awards Program!
Deadline: 30 January 2018 Qatar Foundation is currently inviting applicants for its 2018 World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) Awards to identify, celebrate, and promote six innovative projects for their positive contribution to education and society. The WISE Awards recognize successful, … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2018 World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) Awards Program!
Applications Open for 2018 JAUW International Fellowship Program!
Deadline: 31 March 2018 The Japanese Association of University Women (JAUW) is seeking applications for its 2018 International Fellowship Program to allow promising researchers/graduate students in any field to spend a period of time in residence in a graduate /research institute etc. in … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2018 JAUW International Fellowship Program!


