Deadline: 31 May 2017 The Kurt Schork Memorial Fund (KSMF) is now accepting submissions for its 2017 awards in international journalism. Since its inception in 2002, the Kurt Schork Memorial Fund has sought to support those journalists Kurt most admired, the freelancers and local reporters … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2017 Kurt Schork Awards in International Journalism!
Latest Grants and Resources in Lesotho
View the latest grants and resources for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals in Lesotho.
Common Fund for Commodities: Supporting Business Activities in the field of Commodity Development
Deadline: 30 April 2017 The Common Fund for Commodities is seeking applications to support organizations and enterprises engaged in commodity value chains in its member countries. The CFC provides a range of financial instruments in support of business activities in the field of commodity … [Read more...] about Common Fund for Commodities: Supporting Business Activities in the field of Commodity Development
Open Technology Fund: Apply for Internet Freedom Fund to Promote Human Rights and Advance Safe Access to Global Communications Networks
Deadline: 1 March 2017 The Open Technology Fund (OTF) is currently accepting applications for its Internet Freedom Fund, a way to support projects and people working on open and accessible technology-centric projects that promote human rights, internet freedom, open societies, and help advance … [Read more...] about Open Technology Fund: Apply for Internet Freedom Fund to Promote Human Rights and Advance Safe Access to Global Communications Networks
Apply for The Lorenzo Natali Media Prize! Recognising Journalists for Outstanding Reporting on Development and Poverty Eradication
Deadline: 10 March 2017 Applications are open for “The Lorenzo Natali Media Prize”, organised by the European Commission’s Directorate-General for International Cooperation and Development, that is awarded to amateur and professional journalists for outstanding reporting on development and poverty … [Read more...] about Apply for The Lorenzo Natali Media Prize! Recognising Journalists for Outstanding Reporting on Development and Poverty Eradication
Nominations Open for Japan Foundation Awards 2017: Inviting Individuals or Organizations Worldwide!
Deadline: 3 March 2017 Nominations are open for Japan Foundation Awards 2017 that are presented to individuals or organizations that have significantly contributed to the promotion of international mutual understanding and friendship through their academic, artistic, or cultural activities over the … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Japan Foundation Awards 2017: Inviting Individuals or Organizations Worldwide!
Applications Open for MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program 2017: Supporting Young People of Ghana and Africa with Quality Education
Deadline: 12 May 2017 The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program at Kwame Nkurmah University of Science & Technology (KNUST) is currently open for applications. The program provides academically talented yet economically disadvantaged young people in Ghana and Africa with access to quality and … [Read more...] about Applications Open for MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program 2017: Supporting Young People of Ghana and Africa with Quality Education
Open Technology Fund Call for Applications: Information Controls Fellowship Focused on Repressive Internet Censorship and Surveillance
Deadline: 19 March 2017 The Open Technology Fund is currently seeking applications for its Information Controls Fellowship Program (ICFP) that cultivates research, outputs, and creative collaboration at different levels and across institutions on the topic of information controls -- specifically … [Read more...] about Open Technology Fund Call for Applications: Information Controls Fellowship Focused on Repressive Internet Censorship and Surveillance
UONGOZI Institute Call for Proposals: Leadership in Africa Research Grants
Deadline: 28 February 2017 UONGOZI Institute is seeking proposals for its Leadership in Africa Research Grants with an aim to support the Institute’s efforts to undertake studies whereby researchers, both local and international will explore and understand the many dimensions of leadership … [Read more...] about UONGOZI Institute Call for Proposals: Leadership in Africa Research Grants
Astraea Intersex Human Rights Fund: Honoring Resilience, Creativity and Growth of Intersex Activism & Ensuring Human Rights of Intersex People
Deadline: 15 March 2017 The Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice is seeking proposals for its Intersex Human Rights Fund to honor the resilience, creativity and growth of intersex activism and to ensure the human rights of intersex people. The Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice works for … [Read more...] about Astraea Intersex Human Rights Fund: Honoring Resilience, Creativity and Growth of Intersex Activism & Ensuring Human Rights of Intersex People
Wellcome Foundation: Intermediate Fellowships in Public Health and Tropical Medicine in LMICs
Deadline: 8 May 2017 The Wellcome Foundation is seeking applications for its "Intermediate Fellowships in Public Health and Tropical Medicine" to support research that will improve public health and tropical medicine at a local, national and global level. This scheme helps mid-career researchers … [Read more...] about Wellcome Foundation: Intermediate Fellowships in Public Health and Tropical Medicine in LMICs
Applications Open for EJAF Pioneer Grants: Supporting an Individual Key Population at Higher Risk
Deadline: 20 March 2017 The Elton John AIDS Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Pioneer Grant that will support a specific initiative focusing on an individual key population at higher risk such as men who have sex with men (MSM), sex workers and injecting drug users within an … [Read more...] about Applications Open for EJAF Pioneer Grants: Supporting an Individual Key Population at Higher Risk
ESN Call for Applications: 2017 Business Skills for Protected Areas in Africa
Deadline: 24 February 2017 The Earth Skills Network, in partnership with UNESCO World Heritage Centre, the international environmental charity Earthwatch, and the global energy company Royal Dutch Shell is seeking applications for the business skills training programme for protected areas in … [Read more...] about ESN Call for Applications: 2017 Business Skills for Protected Areas in Africa
Social Innovation Fund Ireland: Seeking Projects for Education Fund to Improve Educational Outcomes
Deadline: 24 February 2017 Social Innovation Fund Ireland’s Education Fund is open to projects that are focused on improving educational outcomes (at QQI Level 6 or higher from the National Framework of Qualifications) for those experiencing educational disadvantage. Projects are likely to focus on … [Read more...] about Social Innovation Fund Ireland: Seeking Projects for Education Fund to Improve Educational Outcomes
Elrha Humanitarian Innovation Fund: Call for Research and Evaluation Partner
Deadline: 10 March 2017 The Humanitarian Innovation Fund is seeking applications for "Research and Evaluation Partner” to create good practice guidance for designing user-centred emergency sanitation provision using rapid community engagement approaches. The guidance should include information on … [Read more...] about Elrha Humanitarian Innovation Fund: Call for Research and Evaluation Partner
IDRC Call for Proposals: Livestock Vaccine Innovation Fund (LVIF) Worldwide
Deadline: 21 March 2017 The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) is seeking proposals for its Livestock Vaccine Innovation Fund (LVIF) with an aim to support novel ideas or pre-existing innovations to respond to the challenges of existing livestock vaccines in sub-Saharan Africa and … [Read more...] about IDRC Call for Proposals: Livestock Vaccine Innovation Fund (LVIF) Worldwide
Applications Open for UNFCCC’s 2017 Momentum for Change Awards! Opportunity to Attend UN Conference in Germany
Deadline: 9 April 2017 The United Nations Climate Change secretariat has announced the call for applications for the 2017 Momentum for Change Awards to showcase action and ambition as national governments work toward implementing the Paris Agreement and the Sustainable Development Goals. Winners … [Read more...] about Applications Open for UNFCCC’s 2017 Momentum for Change Awards! Opportunity to Attend UN Conference in Germany
Apply for ABC’s Conservation Programme: Working for Birds and Conservation in Africa
Deadline: 28 February 2017 The African Bird Club (ABC) is currently seeking applications for its Conservation Programme to support small to medium sized conservation projects in Africa. The Club aims to encourage as wide a range of ideas as possible, and funds approximately ten Conservation Awards … [Read more...] about Apply for ABC’s Conservation Programme: Working for Birds and Conservation in Africa
Apply for 2017 Andrew E. Rice Award for Leadership and Innovation by a Young Professional in International Development
Deadline: 31 March 2017 Applications are open for 2017 Andrew E. Rice Award for Leadership and Innovation by a Young Professional in International Development (Rice Award) in order to recognize the achievements of an exceptional young professional working in the field of international … [Read more...] about Apply for 2017 Andrew E. Rice Award for Leadership and Innovation by a Young Professional in International Development
WACSI Call for Papers: Apply for ISTR Africa Network Conference 2017
Deadline: 28 February 2017 The West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) is currently hosting ISTR Africa Network Conference 2017 inviting theoretical, philosophical and empirical submissions drawing on the best investigative traditions and approaches from the entire spectrum of the social … [Read more...] about WACSI Call for Papers: Apply for ISTR Africa Network Conference 2017
Nominations Open for Women in Construction Awards 2017!
Deadline: 31 March 2017 Do you know an individual or organization that has exemplified inspiration, vision, innovation and leadership for women in construction? If yes, then get ready to submit your nominations for the 5th annual Women in Construction Awards 2017. The awards will acknowledge … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Women in Construction Awards 2017!
EC-EACEA Call for Proposals: Intra-Africa Academic Mobility Scheme 2017 to Promote Sustainable Development
Deadline: 2 May 2017 The European Commission-Education, Audiovisual and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA) is seeking proposals for its Intra-Africa Academic Mobility Scheme 2017 with an aim to promote sustainable development and ultimately contribute to poverty reduction by increasing the … [Read more...] about EC-EACEA Call for Proposals: Intra-Africa Academic Mobility Scheme 2017 to Promote Sustainable Development
Apply for 2017 Worldwide UNESCO Center for Peace Youth Multimedia Competition!
Deadline: 1 March 2017 UNESCO Center for Peace, the U.N. organization that brings grass roots initiatives in Education, Science, and Culture, is inviting youth around the world to take part in this year’s “Multimedia Competition”. UNESCO’s mission is to mobilize the optimism of youth to respond to … [Read more...] about Apply for 2017 Worldwide UNESCO Center for Peace Youth Multimedia Competition!
Call for Proposals: Young Leaders in Energy Access Award
Deadline: 21 February 2017 The Energy Access work stream of the Africa-EU Energy Partnership is currently inviting Young Leaders from Africa and Europe to apply for its Young Leaders in Energy Access Award. Benefits Up to five Young Leaders in the field of energy access will be invited to … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Young Leaders in Energy Access Award
Submit Entries for 2017 Campus Technology Impact Awards
Deadline: 10 April 2017 Have you made your mark on the practice of technology in higher education? If yes, apply for 2017 Campus Technology Impact Awards. The new Campus Technology Impact Awards will honor exemplary colleges and universities that are making an extraordinary impact with technology … [Read more...] about Submit Entries for 2017 Campus Technology Impact Awards
European Commission’s Young Leaders Programme 2017: Calling Young People from around the World
Deadline: 9 March 2017 Applications are open for Young Leaders Programme 2017 hosted by the European Commission inviting young people around the world, with proven commitment and community engagement, to represent the work and impact on development achieved by youth. Youth are a driving force … [Read more...] about European Commission’s Young Leaders Programme 2017: Calling Young People from around the World
Nominations Open for WISE Prize for Education 2017! Raising Global Awareness of Crucial Role of Education in all Societies
Deadline: 31 March 2017 The Qatar Foundation is inviting nominations for its 2017 WISE Prize for Education to raise global awareness of the crucial role of education in all societies, and create a platform for innovative and practical solutions that might help alleviate some of the challenges which … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for WISE Prize for Education 2017! Raising Global Awareness of Crucial Role of Education in all Societies
DRL Evaluation Innovation Fund: Democratizing Learning and Evaluation—Building Evaluation Skills and Documenting Local M&E Solutions
Deadline: 3 April 2017 The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) has announced an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for "DRL Evaluation Innovation Fund: Democratizing Learning and Evaluation-Building evaluation skills and … [Read more...] about DRL Evaluation Innovation Fund: Democratizing Learning and Evaluation—Building Evaluation Skills and Documenting Local M&E Solutions
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 18th Eco-generation Regional Ambassadors Program! Promoting and Raising Environmental Awareness
Deadline: 19 February 2017 Eco-generation is seeking applicants for its 18th Eco-generation Regional Ambassadors Program with an aim to provide exceptional experiences with the opportunities to actively plan, to execute or participate in various environmental awareness programs in each region and … [Read more...] about Apply for 18th Eco-generation Regional Ambassadors Program! Promoting and Raising Environmental Awareness
Apply for International ReSource Award: Enhancing Resilience in Water Management!
Deadline: 22 March 2017 The Swiss Re Foundation is currently accepting proposals for its International ReSource Award to enhance resilience in water management. The ReSource Award focuses on social entrepreneurial approaches applied to water-related social and/or ecological issues. Award … [Read more...] about Apply for International ReSource Award: Enhancing Resilience in Water Management!
Applications Open for 2017 JAUW International Fellowship Program for Women Researchers!
Deadline: 31 March 2017 The Japanese Association of University Women (JAUW) is seeking applications from women students or researchers for its 2017 International Fellowship Program to allow promising researchers/graduate students in any field to spend a period of time in residence in a graduate … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2017 JAUW International Fellowship Program for Women Researchers!
IUCN NL Small Grants for the Purchase of Nature: Enabling Strong Local Conservation NGOs to Protect Habitat
Deadline: 1 May 2017 The International Union for Conservation of Nature Netherlands (IUCN NL) is currently accepting applications for its Small Grants for the Purchase of Nature (SPN) with an aim to enable strong local conservation NGOs to secure, connect and efficiently protect habitat of Red … [Read more...] about IUCN NL Small Grants for the Purchase of Nature: Enabling Strong Local Conservation NGOs to Protect Habitat
Applications Open for EJN fellowships to the International Congress for Conservation Biology in Developing Countries!
Deadline: 24 February 2017 The Earth Journalism Network, with support from the Arcadia Foundation is inviting working journalists for its fellowship program "International Congress for Conservation Biology (ICCB)". The workshop will provide participants with an overview of biodiversity issues and … [Read more...] about Applications Open for EJN fellowships to the International Congress for Conservation Biology in Developing Countries!
Nominations Open for Right Livelihood Awards 2017!
Deadline: 1 March 2017 Nominations are open for the 2017 Right Livelihood Award to honour and support courageous people and organisations offering visionary and exemplary solutions to the root causes of global problems. The Right Livelihood Award recognizes that, in striving to meet the human … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Right Livelihood Awards 2017!
UNESCO-Pearson Initiative for Literacy: Improving Livelihoods in a Digital World in 2017
Deadline: 19 February 2017 The UNESCO, in partnership with Pearson, is seeking innovative and existing digital solutions to help include low-skilled, low-literate youth and adults in the information society and improve their livelihoods. If selected, applicant's live digital solution will be … [Read more...] about UNESCO-Pearson Initiative for Literacy: Improving Livelihoods in a Digital World in 2017
Apply for IDEX Accelerator and Global Fellows Program
Deadline: 31 March 2017 IDEX is accepting applications for the July 2017 Global Fellows Program in India. IDEX is developing the next wave of "social intrapreneurs" who will support, lead and advance the work of socially-focused enterprises around the world! IDEX Fellows undergo six months of … [Read more...] about Apply for IDEX Accelerator and Global Fellows Program
Call for Proposals: Small Grants for ‘Nexus Governance’ Research in Southern Africa
Deadline: 24 February 2017 The ‘Governing the Nexus in Southern Africa’ project has launched a call for proposals for its Small Grants (up to £2,500 GBP) to cover field work expenses on research into nexus governance in Southern Africa. Too often a lack of funding means that dissertations, theses … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Small Grants for ‘Nexus Governance’ Research in Southern Africa
Singularity University’s Global Impact Challenge: Crowd sourcing the End of Hunger
Deadline: 10 March 2017 Do you think you have a solution eliminate hunger during emergencies? A clever concept that allows people living in the most difficult conditions to produce nutritious food? A technology you’ve dreamt up that will quickly restore livelihoods and dignity in the midst of … [Read more...] about Singularity University’s Global Impact Challenge: Crowd sourcing the End of Hunger
DFID: Applications Open for Tackling Deadly Diseases in Africa Programme (TDDAP)
Deadline: 28 February 2017 The UK's Department for International Development (DFID) is currently seeking applications for Tackling Deadly Diseases in Africa Programme (TDDAP), a five-year flagship programme for DFID’s Africa Regional Department. Following the Ebola crisis and various outbreaks … [Read more...] about DFID: Applications Open for Tackling Deadly Diseases in Africa Programme (TDDAP)
UNOPS Call for Proposals: Human Rights Initiative for access to quality TB services Worldwide
Deadline: 6 February 2017 The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is seeking proposals from eligible entities for “Human Rights Initiative for access to quality TB services” to identify an organization that can map governments’ human rights obligations, document human rights linkages … [Read more...] about UNOPS Call for Proposals: Human Rights Initiative for access to quality TB services Worldwide
The Zis Foundation’s Travel Grants: Inviting Young People across the World
Deadline: 15 February 2017 The Zis Foundation is seeking applications from young people of all nations between 16 and 20 for its Travel Grants, a self-organised study trip to Germany, Austria or Switzerland. Funding Information A grant of 600 Euro for a very unique study trip to a … [Read more...] about The Zis Foundation’s Travel Grants: Inviting Young People across the World
DFID Call for Applications: Women’s Integrated Sexual Health Programme for Africa & Asia
Deadline: 31 March 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 Call for Applications: Women’s Integrated Sexual Health Programme for Africa & Asia
Applications Open for Global Startup Challenge! Connecting Next Generation Entrepreneurs with Mentors Worldwide
Deadline: 28 February 2017 Applications are open for Global Startup Challenge, an online competition for aspiring entrepreneurs from all over the world. The aim is to empower people from as many backgrounds as possible, keeping in view the boarder vision of The Startup Festival, i.e. to connect … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Global Startup Challenge! Connecting Next Generation Entrepreneurs with Mentors Worldwide
Applications Open for Rotary Peace Fellowships: Seeking Professionals around the World
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 peace centers. Through academic training, practice, and global networking opportunities, the Rotary Peace Centers … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Rotary Peace Fellowships: Seeking Professionals around the World
UNESCO Call for Proposals: Evaluation of the International Fund for Cultural Diversity
Deadline: 15 February 2017 UNESCO is seeking proposals for its International Fund for Cultural Diversity’s (IFCD) in order to support the implementation of the 2005 Convention and the emergence of dynamic cultural sectors in developing countries, through strengthening the means to create, produce, … [Read more...] about UNESCO Call for Proposals: Evaluation of the International Fund for Cultural Diversity
The Van Tienhoven Foundation for International Nature Protection: Promoting the Protection, Conservation, and Sustainable Use of Ecosystem
Deadline: 15 February 2017 The Van Tienhoven Foundation for International Nature Protection is seeking applications for its Grant program to promote the protection, conservation, and sustainable use of ecosystems and its living organisms, where ever these are threatened or under pressure outside … [Read more...] about The Van Tienhoven Foundation for International Nature Protection: Promoting the Protection, Conservation, and Sustainable Use of Ecosystem
Howard G. Buffet Fund: Inviting Women Journalists across the Globe
Deadline: 7 March 2017 The International Women's Media Foundation (IWMF) is currently seeking applications from women journalists for its program entitled "Howard G. Buffet Fund" to support projects including educational opportunities, investigative reporting and media development initiatives. The … [Read more...] about Howard G. Buffet Fund: Inviting Women Journalists across the Globe
HIF Call for Innovators: Apply to Participate in WASH Challenge!
Deadline: 10 March 2017 ELRHA's Humanitarian Innovation Fund (HIF) is launching WASH challenge, a new challenge to understand how to design, implement, and evaluate approaches to user-centred sanitation that incorporate rapid community engagement and are appropriate for the first stage of … [Read more...] about HIF Call for Innovators: Apply to Participate in WASH Challenge!
Applications Open for Ford Foundation’s Technology Fellows Program!
Deadline: 11 March 2017 The Ford Foundation's Internet Freedom unit is currently seeking applications for its Technology Fellows program, that will play a strategic advisory role to the foundation as well as provide practical technical expertise to staff and grantees. Technology Fellows will … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Ford Foundation’s Technology Fellows Program!
EU Call for Proposals: European Instrument for Democracy and Human Rights (EIDHR) Israel 2016-2017
Deadline: 17 March 2017 The European Union (EU) is currently accepting proposals from eligible organisations for a programme entitled “European Instrument for Democracy and Human Rights (EIDHR) Israel 2016-2017” in order to the promotion and protection of human rights in line with international and … [Read more...] about EU Call for Proposals: European Instrument for Democracy and Human Rights (EIDHR) Israel 2016-2017
