Deadline: 4 May 2020 Engineering for Change (E4C) has announced the Innovate for Impact: Siemens Design Challenge 2020 for driving solutions for zero hunger and clean water. Join a global movement to prepare, adapt and respond to the most pressing challenges in food and … [Read more...] about Innovate for Impact: Siemens Design Challenge 2020
Latest Grants and Resources in Japan
View the latest grants and resources for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals in Japan.
WRI Ross Center Prize for Cities 2020-2021: Transformative Urban Climate Projects
Deadline extended till 7 July 2020 WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities launched the second cycle of the WRI Ross Center Prize for Cities, a global competition that celebrates transformative urban change. The WRI Ross Center Prize for Cities is the premier global award celebrating and … [Read more...] about WRI Ross Center Prize for Cities 2020-2021: Transformative Urban Climate Projects
Call for Applications for 2020 WISE Accelerator Program
Deadline: 20 April 2020 The Qatar Foundation has announced a call for applications for the 2020 WISE Accelerator Program. The Foundation helps founders from around the world to build and scale innovative edtech solutions that will positively impact learning and the future of work. Founders … [Read more...] about Call for Applications for 2020 WISE Accelerator Program
2020 IFREE Small Grants Program to promote Human Betterment through Experimental Economics
Deadline: 1 August 2020 The International Foundation for Research in Experimental Economics (IFREE) is seeking applications for its Small Grants Program to promote Human Betterment through Experimental Economics to Improve the Understanding of Exchange Systems. IFREE funds primary research in … [Read more...] about 2020 IFREE Small Grants Program to promote Human Betterment through Experimental Economics
2020 Call for Code Global Challenge: Build Solutions for COVID-19 and Climate Change
Deadline: 27 April 2020 The 2020 Call for Code Global Challenge has expanded its focus to tackle the effects of COVID-19. Technology solutions can help reduce the impact this pandemic has on our daily lives and the world. COVID-19, which is caused by the novel coronavirus, has revealed the … [Read more...] about 2020 Call for Code Global Challenge: Build Solutions for COVID-19 and Climate Change
Submit Applications for 2020 Nokia Bell Labs Prize
Deadline: 27 April 2020 The Nokia Bell Labs Prize is a competition for innovators from participating countries around the globe. It seeks to recognize innovations that solve the key challenges facing humanity and provides selected innovators the unique opportunity to collaborate with Nokia Bell … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for 2020 Nokia Bell Labs Prize
New York Academy of Sciences announces Combating COVID-19 Challenge
Deadline: 6 May 2020 The New York Academy of Sciences has announced the Challenge: Combating COVID-19. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the recent outbreak of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) a pandemic, spanning 112 countries and infecting over 150,000 people. As … [Read more...] about New York Academy of Sciences announces Combating COVID-19 Challenge
Nominations Open for 2021 Stockholm Water Prize
Deadline: 30 September 2020 The Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) is currently seeking applications for its 2021 Stockholm Water Prize to recognizes women, men and organizations who have made outstanding contributions to the sustainable use and protection of the world’s water … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2021 Stockholm Water Prize
One Young World Growing Sustainably Scholarship: Supported by Asahi
Deadline: 16 April 2020 One Young World and Asahi have created the Growing Sustainably Scholarship. This programme will enable 8 young leaders who are driving innovation in sustainable agriculture to participate in the One Young World Summit 2020 in Munich as part of Asahi’s global … [Read more...] about One Young World Growing Sustainably Scholarship: Supported by Asahi
Applications Open for RB Scholarship – Invest for Life
Deadline: 10 April 2020 RB's vision is to protect, heal and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a cleaner and healthier world. Investing in social impact is core to RB’s business and part of its purpose. Recognizing that young leaders are essential partners in its mission, RB is pleased to … [Read more...] about Applications Open for RB Scholarship – Invest for Life
U.S. Mission to India announces Regional Disaster Management Workshop to Build Resilience in the Indo-Pacific
Deadline: 22 May 2020 The U.S. Consulate General, Public Affairs Section in Chennai (PAS Chennai) is soliciting proposals from legally recognized non-profit, non-governmental organizations that meet U.S. and Indian technical and legal requirements to develop and implement public … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to India announces Regional Disaster Management Workshop to Build Resilience in the Indo-Pacific
Submit Applications for 2020 Health Workforce Resilience Prize
Deadline: 3 April 2020 The Human Resources for Health in 2030 (HRH2030) program, implemented by Chemonics International (Prime Organization), is seeking award applications under Health Workforce Resilience Prize Call, a challenge designed to identify innovative strategies to … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for 2020 Health Workforce Resilience Prize
Spencer Foundation seeking Applications for Conference Grant Program
Deadline: 7 May 2020 The Spencer Foundation is accepting applications for the conference grant program for providing support to scholars to organize small research conferences, focused symposia, or other forms of convenings around important issues in education. This program is intended to … [Read more...] about Spencer Foundation seeking Applications for Conference Grant Program
Applications Open for Kanthari Leadership Training Program
Deadline: 31 May 2020 Applicants are invited to apply for the Kanthari Leadership Training Program. The Program located in in Trivandrum, South India on the banks of the scenic Vellayani Lake, kanthari offers a unique twelve-month training course with a tailor-made curriculum. Participants are … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Kanthari Leadership Training Program
2020 UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation
Deadline: 30 June 2020 Entries are now open for the 2020 UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation. The UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation recognizes exemplary efforts by individuals and organizations to restore or conserve structures, places and … [Read more...] about 2020 UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation
Applications Open for 2020 APEC Healthy Women Prize
Deadline: 11 May 2020 The 2020 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Healthy Women, Healthy Economies Research Prize is now accepting applications for outstanding research work that strives to improve women’s health, economic well-being, and chart more inclusive growth. Launched last year, … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2020 APEC Healthy Women Prize
2020 Guangzhou International Award for Urban Innovation
Deadline: 1 June 2020 The Guangzhou International Award for Urban Innovation (abbreviated as the “Guangzhou Award” hereinafter) is discerned to innovative public policies, projects, business models and practices undertaken by cities and regions worldwide. Its objective is to recognize the … [Read more...] about 2020 Guangzhou International Award for Urban Innovation
IDEO accepting Applications for COVID-19 Communication Inspiration Challenge
Deadline: 31 March 2020 IDEO is currently coordinating with global response authorities who want to make sure people have actionable, relevant information around COVID-19. They'd like to share a range of experiences from around the world with them, showing how people are accessing information: … [Read more...] about IDEO accepting Applications for COVID-19 Communication Inspiration Challenge
Nominations Open for Young Global Leaders Class 2021
Deadline: 30 April 2020 Do you know a leader under 40 who is making an impact on the world and innovating towards the greater good? If yes, then nominate them to join the Young Global Leaders Class of 2021. Over the past 15 years, Young Global Leaders have gone on to lead their countries, … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Young Global Leaders Class 2021
Applications Open for WISH Innovation Award Program
Deadlines: Deadline of WISH Innovation Booster Competition: 27 June 2020 Deadline of WISH Innovation Spark Competition: 29 July 2020 The World Innovation Summit for Health (WISH) opened applications for the WISH Innovation Spark Competition and the WISH Innovation Booster Competition – … [Read more...] about Applications Open for WISH Innovation Award Program
Primate Conservation, Incorporated Fund supporting Conservation Programs for Wild Populations
Deadline: 20 September 2020 Primate Conservation, Incorporated (PCI) is a not-for-profit foundation founded to fund field research that supports conservation programs for wild populations of primates. The intent is to provide support for original research that can be used to formulate and to … [Read more...] about Primate Conservation, Incorporated Fund supporting Conservation Programs for Wild Populations
Nominations Open for Politician of the Year Award 2020
Deadline: 18 April 2020 The One Young World Politician of the Year Award was created to recognise the most promising young politicians between the ages of 18-35 from around the world. The winners are chosen based on the impact they are having in their home countries and how they have used their … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Politician of the Year Award 2020
Funding (£10 Million) for Development and Testing of Therapeutics to Treat COVID-19
Deadline: 6 April 2020 LifeArc is calling for applications from academics, NHS employees or companies that have therapeutics that could be repurposed or repositioned for use in COVID-19 patients. The primary purpose is to accelerate availability of treatments for patients and it is therefore … [Read more...] about Funding (£10 Million) for Development and Testing of Therapeutics to Treat COVID-19
Viiv Health Care accepting Applications for 2020 Positive Action Challenge – Harm Reduction
Deadline: 17 April 2020 The Viiv health care is seeking applications for "2020 Positive Action Challenges- Harm Reduction" to find innovative solutions to a particular issue or challenge. Challenge question Can you design or scale up a community or peer-led initiative or programme that aims … [Read more...] about Viiv Health Care accepting Applications for 2020 Positive Action Challenge – Harm Reduction
WHO: “Reboot Health & Wellbeing: keeping young people safe” Innovation Challenge
Deadline: 15 April 2020 The World Health Organization (WHO), supported by the UN Office of Information and Communications Technology (UN-OICT), UNAIDS and the World Food Programme (WFP), challenge you to use your bright minds and entrepreneurial skills to address one of the of urgent health … [Read more...] about WHO: “Reboot Health & Wellbeing: keeping young people safe” Innovation Challenge
Submit Nominations for Volvo Environment Prize 2021
Deadline: 10 January 2021 Nominations are now open for the Volvo Environment Prize 2022 that is awarded for: Outstanding innovations or scientific discoveries, which in broad terms fall within the environmental fields. The Volvo Environment Prize is presented by an independent foundation with … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for Volvo Environment Prize 2021
U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of DRL seeking Applications for Fundamental Freedoms Fund
Deadline: 23 April 2020 The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) announces an open competition for a program which aims to respond to evolving opportunities and threats to the protection and advancement of the fundamental freedoms of association, assembly, … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of DRL seeking Applications for Fundamental Freedoms Fund
Human Rights Tulip: A Call for Human Rights Defenders and Organizations across the World
Deadline: 29 March 2020 The Human Rights Tulip is an award given by the Dutch government. It has been awarded since 2008 by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. It honors courageous human rights defenders or human rights organisations that promote and support human rights peacefully and in innovative … [Read more...] about Human Rights Tulip: A Call for Human Rights Defenders and Organizations across the World
Applications Open for 2020 Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity (1 million euros)
Deadline: 24 March 2020 The Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity highlights the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation’s commitment to urgent climate action. Notably, it seeks to speed up the transition to a carbon neutral society, to mitigate the negative effects of climate change for people, the environment … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2020 Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity (1 million euros)
yher Pacific Islands 2020 Program for Passionate Female Impact Entrepreneurs
Deadline: 24 April 2020 ygap has announced the Pacific Islands Program to support game changing, women-led impact ventures that are improving the lives of people living in poverty across the Pacific Islands region. The yher Pacific Islands Program is a powerful opportunity for passionate … [Read more...] about yher Pacific Islands 2020 Program for Passionate Female Impact Entrepreneurs
WE Empower UN SDG Challenge for Women Entrepreneurs and Social Entrepreneurs
Deadline: 15 April 2020 The WE Empower Challenge is a global business competition for women entrepreneurs and social entrepreneurs who are advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and inspiring entire communities to create the world we want by 2030. The WE Empower Challenge … [Read more...] about WE Empower UN SDG Challenge for Women Entrepreneurs and Social Entrepreneurs
Nominations Open for UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education 2020
Deadline: 26 May 2020 Nominations are now open for the 2020 United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Prize for Girls' and Women's Education. The UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education honours outstanding and innovative contributions made by individuals, … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for UNESCO Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education 2020
World Bank Group – CES Global Tech Challenge: Solutions for Women
Deadline: 15 April 2020 Are you ready to expand into new markets and help tackle gender inequality through access to digital technology? If yes, then apply for the Solutions for Women Challenge. The World Bank Group, one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries, … [Read more...] about World Bank Group – CES Global Tech Challenge: Solutions for Women
PSA seeking Rapid and Impactful Study Proposals on COVID-19
Deadline: 17 March 2020 The Psychological Science Accelerator (PSA) is the largest consortium of research psychologists in the world. Behavioral scientists can play an important role in combating the growing COVID-19 pandemic if they quickly take action to collect high-quality data from large, … [Read more...] about PSA seeking Rapid and Impactful Study Proposals on COVID-19
CAS Sofia: 2020/2021 In-Residence Advanced Academia Fellowships Program
Deadline: 31 March 2020 The Centre for Advanced Study Sofia (CAS Sofia) is seeking applications for its 2020/2021 In-Residence Advanced Academia Fellowships for fundamental research in the fields of the humanities and the social sciences. Objective CAS Sofia is an independent Institute with … [Read more...] about CAS Sofia: 2020/2021 In-Residence Advanced Academia Fellowships Program
UNDP announces CFPs for Small Grants to Strengthen LGBTI inclusion in Asia and the Pacific
Deadline: 31 March 2020 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Bangkok Regional Hub is inviting civil society organizations, networks and community-based organizations working on LGBTI inclusion in the Asia-Pacific region to submit grant proposals relating to one of the following three … [Read more...] about UNDP announces CFPs for Small Grants to Strengthen LGBTI inclusion in Asia and the Pacific
National Geographic Society inviting Proposals for Exploration Grant 2020
Deadline: 22 April 2020 The National Geographic Society is inviting proposals from experienced project leaders in the areas of conservation, education, research, storytelling, and technology for its Exploration Grants Program. Funding Information Projects are typically funded for between … [Read more...] about National Geographic Society inviting Proposals for Exploration Grant 2020
Fine & Country Foundation accepting Applications for 2020 Spring Grant Program
Deadline: 31 March 2020 The Fine & Country Foundation is currently seeking applications for its 2020 spring grant program to fight against the homelessness. Grants are open to homeless charities, poverty prevention schemes and housing associations. Grants must be used for prevention of … [Read more...] about Fine & Country Foundation accepting Applications for 2020 Spring Grant Program
National Geographic Society announces RFPs for Equity and the Natural World
Deadline: 22 April 2020 The National Geographic Society has announced a Request for Proposals for the "Equity and the Natural World". National Geographic wants to bring hidden stories to the surface and to understand in rich detail those who have been given far too little consideration in the … [Read more...] about National Geographic Society announces RFPs for Equity and the Natural World
Nominations Open for 2021 Global Pluralism Award
Deadline extended 30 June 2020 Nominations are now open for the 2021 Global Pluralism Award to recognize pluralism in action. It celebrates the extraordinary achievements of organizations, individuals and governments who are tackling the challenge of living peacefully and productively with … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2021 Global Pluralism Award
Applications Open for 2020 Atlas Corps Fellowship
Deadline: 1 May 2020 Atlas Corps is accepting applications for a professional fellowship in the United States. The Atlas Corps Fellowship is a 12-18 month Fellowship in the United States for the world’s top social change leaders. Fellows serve full-time at Host Organizations to develop … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2020 Atlas Corps Fellowship
Apply Now for Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund
Deadline: 30 June 2020 Applications are now open 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 Apply Now for Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund
2020 Sophie Danforth Conservation Biology Fund supporting Conservation Programs Worldwide
Deadline: 1 June 2020 The Sophie Danforth Conservation Biology Fund (SDCBF) is seeking applications to support conservation programs that protect threatened wildlife and habitats worldwide. Field studies and other projects that demonstrate a multi-disciplinary approach to biodiversity and … [Read more...] about 2020 Sophie Danforth Conservation Biology Fund supporting Conservation Programs Worldwide
Apply Now for Core Infrastructure Fund 2020
Deadline: 1 May 2020 The Open Technology Fund (OTF) is inviting proposals 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 security, … [Read more...] about Apply Now for Core Infrastructure Fund 2020
Future Generation Art Prize inviting Artists around the world (US$100,000)
Deadline: 20 May 2020 The Future Generation Art Prize is a biannual global contemporary art prize to discover, recognize and give long-term support to a future generation of artists. Established by the Victor Pinchuk Foundation in 2009, the Prize supported the artistic development and production … [Read more...] about Future Generation Art Prize inviting Artists around the world (US$100,000)
Request for Proposals: AI for Earth Innovation Program 2020
Deadline: 22 July 2020 The National Geographic Society and Microsoft’s AI for Earth program are partnering to support novel projects that create and deploy AI tools to improve the way they monitor, model, understand, and ultimately manage Earth’s natural resources for a more sustainable … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals: AI for Earth Innovation Program 2020
Open Technology Fund seeking Applications for Internet Freedom Fund 2020
Deadline: 1 May 2020 Open Technology Fund (OTF) is seeking applications for its Internet Freedom Fund to support projects and people working on open and accessible technology-centric projects that promote human rights, Internet freedom, open societies, and help advance inclusive and safe access … [Read more...] about Open Technology Fund seeking Applications for Internet Freedom Fund 2020
2020 MOWCAP-Asia Culture Center Grants Program
Deadline: 31 March 2020 In the Asia Pacific region, many libraries, archives and memory institutions face formidable challenges: economic, climatic and geographic. The MOWCAP-ACC Grants Programme aims to contribute to addressing this challenge by assisting with preservation of and universal … [Read more...] about 2020 MOWCAP-Asia Culture Center Grants Program
RSTMH accepting Applications for 2020 Small Grants Program
Deadline: 27 April 2020 The Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (RSTMH) is currently seeking applications for its 2020 small grants program. The purpose of the small grants is to enable early career researchers and global health professionals in the field of tropical medicine or … [Read more...] about RSTMH accepting Applications for 2020 Small Grants Program
Lead 2030 Challenge for SDG 13: Climate Action and Sustainable Agriculture
Deadline: 20 March 2020 Asahi is proud to support the Lead 2030 Challenge for SDG 13. The Challenge aims to find and support solutions that will contribute to the future of sustainable agriculture by supporting and enabling farmers to reduce their emissions and/or help adaptation and resilience … [Read more...] about Lead 2030 Challenge for SDG 13: Climate Action and Sustainable Agriculture
