Deadline: 18 December 2019 Burning Man is accepting Letters of Intent (LOIs) for its 2020 Global Art Grant. Burning Man has a long and rich history of granting seed money to new and emerging artists around the world. This program funds highly interactive, community-driven works of art that prioritize community involvement in their development, execution and display. Values of the Global Art Grant Program: Cultural Experience: The Mission of Burning Man Project is to facilitate and … [Read more...] about 2020 Global Art Grant is now open for Applications
Front Line Defenders seeking Nominations for 2020 Front Line Defenders Award for Human Rights Defenders at Risk
Deadline: 6 January 2020 Nominations are now open for 2020 Front Line Defenders Award for Human Rights Defenders at Risk. The annual Front Line Defenders Award was established in 2005 to honour the work of HRDs who are courageously making outstanding contributions to the promotion and protection of the human rights of others, at great personal risk to themselves. The Award focuses national and international attention on the HRDs work, providing them with a greater national and … [Read more...] about Front Line Defenders seeking Nominations for 2020 Front Line Defenders Award for Human Rights Defenders at Risk
UNV Innovation Challenge Fund – Modelling the Economic and Social Contributions of Volunteers to the SDGs
Deadline: 16 December 2019 UNV is establishing an opportunity for qualified individuals or institutions to develop and showcase approaches to modelling the economic and/or social contributions of volunteer work that governments and policy-makers may consider and apply in the context of the SDGs. Applicants participate in this Innovation Challenge and share their ideas on measuring the economic and social contributions of volunteer work. UNV is based in Bonn, Germany, with around 150 … [Read more...] about UNV Innovation Challenge Fund – Modelling the Economic and Social Contributions of Volunteers to the SDGs
Applications Open for 2020 Machel-Mandela Fellowship Programme – Africa
Deadline: 31 December 2019 The Brenthurst Foundation is seeking applications from young graduates for the Machel-Mandela Fellowship Programme, named in honour of former South African President Nelson Mandela and his wife Graca Machel. The Machel-Mandela Fellowship programme aims to be the most prestigious of its kind in Africa. It helps sharpen the Brenthurst Foundation’s focus on Africa’s burgeoning youth population and helps nurture Africa’s future leaders. The fellow may be from … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2020 Machel-Mandela Fellowship Programme – Africa
Apply for African Women Entrepreneurship Cooperative Program
Deadline: 17 December 2019 Applications are now open for 3rd Cohort of African Women Entrepreneurship Cooperative Program which is a one-of-a-kind, high-touch leadership and business management capacity building program. AWEC focuses on applied learning and collaborative experiences to ensure immediate business impact and the creation of a pan-African network of entrepreneurs, experts and allies. AWEC uses technology and collaborative learning techniques to transform the lives of 200 … [Read more...] about Apply for African Women Entrepreneurship Cooperative Program
2019 ONE Africa Award: A Chance for CSOs and NGOs to Win US$100,000
Deadline: 31 January 2020 Applications are now open for the 2019 ONE Africa Award to recognise the exceptional work of organisations that are founded by Africans, based in Africa and working to help Africa achieve the SDGs. The 2019 ONE Africa Award will recognise Africa-driven and Africa-led advocacy efforts that have demonstrated success at the community, national or regional level. The award recognises, rewards and advances the exceptional work of organisations founded by Africans and … [Read more...] about 2019 ONE Africa Award: A Chance for CSOs and NGOs to Win US$100,000
SDGs & Her Competition for Women-led Micro and Small Enterprises
Deadline: 10 January 2020 The World Bank Group in partnership with Wharton School's Zicklin Center for Business Ethics Research, UN Development Programme (UNDP) and UN Women has announced SDGs & Her Competition which is an online competition for women entrepreneurs to showcase how they are supporting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through their business operations. The objectives of the initiative are to: Recognize women implementing the Sustainable Development Goals … [Read more...] about SDGs & Her Competition for Women-led Micro and Small Enterprises
Submit Your Applications for Culture and Animals Foundation’s Grant Program
Deadline: 31 January 2020 The Culture and Animals Foundation (CAF) is accepting applications for its grant program. CAF is an all-volunteer-run, non-profit organization whose mission is to support artists and scholars in advancing their understanding of and commitment to animals. The Culture & Animals Foundation aims to advance animal advocacy through intellectual and artistic expression. Grant Categories The Foundation funds academic and artistic projects that raise public … [Read more...] about Submit Your Applications for Culture and Animals Foundation’s Grant Program
The SAGE Fund for NGOs to Strengthen Women’s Economic Justice
Deadline: 14 December 2019 The Strengthening Accountability in the Global Economy (SAGE) Fund is currently seeking two-page concept notes from organisations implementing innovative efforts to strengthen women’s economic justice and secure women’s livelihoods. The Fund will design a learning process to accompany the Request for Proposals, sharing analysis and opportunities with the field and building synergies across the projects. Project Criteria In 2020, the Fund will make 5-7 … [Read more...] about The SAGE Fund for NGOs to Strengthen Women’s Economic Justice
An Opportunity for Leaders working on Climate Change and Sustainability Engagement in NGOs
Deadline 24 January 2020 Are you curious and part of an NGO covering sustainability and climate topics? Are you looking for new and insightful approaches to boost the impact of your work and accelerate change in sustainable behaviours that really matter? If yes, then apply for the Second Round of "The Academy of Change". Humanity is facing unprecedented challenges due to the effects of climate change that are already being felt around the world. To meet emission targets set by governments, … [Read more...] about An Opportunity for Leaders working on Climate Change and Sustainability Engagement in NGOs
Call for Emerging Wildlife Conservation Leaders: 2020 Tusk Conservation Awards (Africa)
Deadline: 20 March 2020 Do you know someone who deserves recognition for the amazing conservation work they do in Africa? Have the lives of the people and wildlife of Africa been improved through their leadership? Have they had a significant impact on wildlife population numbers? Do they provide mentorship? Have their ideas been replicated across the continent, or should they be? If the answer is yes to any of these then apply now for 2020 Tusk Conservation Awards. The Tusk Conservation … [Read more...] about Call for Emerging Wildlife Conservation Leaders: 2020 Tusk Conservation Awards (Africa)
European Commission’s 2019 Global Call for Proposals for Democracy and Human Rights
Deadline: 9 January 2020 The European Commission (EC) is seeking proposals for its program entitled "European Instrument for Democracy and Human Rights (EIDHR)" to support NGOs in the protection and promotion of democracy, human rights and fundamental freedoms worldwide. Lots This call for proposals has three lots: Lot 1 – BUSINESS AND HUMAN RIGHTS The EU has a strong interest to improve implementation of the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs) worldwide … [Read more...] about European Commission’s 2019 Global Call for Proposals for Democracy and Human Rights
Submit Your Applications for 2020 Emerging Leaders International Fellows Program
Deadline: 20 January 2020 Applications are now open for 2020 Emerging Leaders International Fellows Program. The Fellowship program will provide leadership training through seminars with Third-sector practitioners, research based on best practices, and the application of a comparative framework. Fellows are based at The Graduate Center of The City University of New York (CUNY), where participants will attend weekly seminars, explore work of key agencies and foundations, meet with … [Read more...] about Submit Your Applications for 2020 Emerging Leaders International Fellows Program
Scientific Product Grants Program to support Efforts in Conservation and Environmental Stewardship
Deadline: 15 February 2020 Wildlife Acoustics is accepting applications for its Scientific Product Grants Program to support efforts in conservation and environmental stewardship. The program enables those involved in animal biology, research and conservation to do their best work easily and quickly. Wildlife Acoustics has established a grant program to support bioacoustics research efforts from chiropteran, avian, terrestrial, amphibious and marine wildlife, to everything else in … [Read more...] about Scientific Product Grants Program to support Efforts in Conservation and Environmental Stewardship
GlobalGiving Accelerator: A Crowdfunding Campaign for Registered Nonprofit Organizations
Deadline: 24 January 2020 GlobalGiving is seeking applications from nonprofit organizations for its 2020 Giving Season Accelerator in order to build skills, access tools, and grow their base of supporters to achieve crowdfunding success. GlobalGiving is the largest global crowdfunding community connecting nonprofits, donors, and companies in nearly every country. They help nonprofits from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe (and hundreds of places in between) access the tools, training, and support … [Read more...] about GlobalGiving Accelerator: A Crowdfunding Campaign for Registered Nonprofit Organizations
InsuResilience Solutions Fund to Promote the Development of Climate Risk Insurance Products
Deadline: 7 February 2020 Applicants are invited to submit their concept notes for the 3rd call of InsuResilience Solutions Fund (ISF) to promote the development of innovative and financially sustainable climate risk insurance products in developing and emerging countries. ISF is sponsored by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and KfW Development Bank and implemented by Frankfurt School of Finance and Management (FS). Pillar III Grant-based … [Read more...] about InsuResilience Solutions Fund to Promote the Development of Climate Risk Insurance Products
UN Voluntary Trust Fund for NGOs which Provide Tangible Support to Victims of Human Trafficking
Deadline: Various For Sub-programme 1: 15 December 2019 For Sub-programme 2: 20 January 2020 The UN Voluntary Trust Fund for Victims of Trafficking in Persons has launched the fourth Call for Proposals to provide funding under two sub-programmes: Sub-programme 1 (SB1): Immediate and Essential Direct Assistance for Vulnerable Victims of Trafficking in Persons Sub-programme 2 (SB2): Medium-Term Direct Assistance for Vulnerable Victims of Trafficking in Persons Objectives … [Read more...] about UN Voluntary Trust Fund for NGOs which Provide Tangible Support to Victims of Human Trafficking
Injini accepting Applications for EdTech Changemakers in Africa (Cohort 4)
Deadline: 10 December 2019 Do you have a technology-driven or technology-enabled innovation that could improve educational outcomes in Africa? Are you looking to take your early-stage startup to the next level? If yes, then apply for the Injini's Incubation Programme Cohort 4. Injini is now accepting applications for their next cohort of EdTech changemakers in Africa. If applicants are one of the selected Cohort 4 startups, applicants will participate in a five-month incubation programme … [Read more...] about Injini accepting Applications for EdTech Changemakers in Africa (Cohort 4)
2020 UNHCR Nansen Refugee Award to Protect Refugees and Stateless People
Deadline: 9 February 2020 Nominations are now open for the 2020 UNHCR Nansen Refugee Award to honour individuals, groups and organizations who go above and beyond the call of duty to protect refugees, displaced and stateless people. Award Information The winner receives USD 150,000 to invest in their humanitarian work. Four regional winners are also selected and honoured with a certificate. Eligibility Criteria Any individual, group of people or organization that has displayed … [Read more...] about 2020 UNHCR Nansen Refugee Award to Protect Refugees and Stateless People
Schneider Go Green 2020: A Chance to Win A Trip to Las Vegas
Deadlines: 24 January 2020: Greater China 30 January 2020: Middle East & Africa 31 January 2020: Europe 10 February 2020: Greater India 14 February 2020: North America 21 February 2020: South America 20 March 2020: Asia Pacific Entering the 10th anniversary of one of the world's biggest global student competition, called Schneider Go Green. You can register for the 2020 edition now by selecting your region's challenge! Schneider Electric is leading the Digital … [Read more...] about Schneider Go Green 2020: A Chance to Win A Trip to Las Vegas
