Deadline: 4 March 2020 Nominations are now open for the 2020 Right Livelihood Award to honour and support courageous people solving global problems. The Award recognizes that, in striving to meet the human challenges of today’s world, the most inspiring and remarkable work often defies any standard classification. Cash & Honorary Award Typically, the Jury selects recipients for three Cash Awards and one Honorary Award each year. The Honorary Award is for candidates whose … [Read more...] about 2020 Right Livelihood Award to honour and support Courageous People Solving Global Problems
Mama Cash’s Solidarity Fund: Supporting the most Innovative, Courageous and Transformative Feminist Movements
Deadline: 9 February 2020 Mama Cash has announced the Solidarity Fund which is a new participatory grantmaking fund created by women’s funds for women’s funds. Mama Cash knows first-hand that women’s funds are supporting some of the most innovative, courageous and transformative feminist movements around the world. They are a key part of the infrastructure needed for feminist movements to hold the line, advance their agendas, and resist attacks and backlash. In the spirit of radical … [Read more...] about Mama Cash’s Solidarity Fund: Supporting the most Innovative, Courageous and Transformative Feminist Movements
2020 Ignite Africa Challenge Boosting Innovative Solutions and Thinking among African Youth
Deadline: 31 January 2020 Applications are now open for 2020 Ignite Africa Challenge working towards shaping the future of Africa. Ignite Africa Challenge is a platform centered on unveiling youth talent across continent for solving the most pressure problems through high impact social entrepreneurship. The aim of Ignite Africa Challenge is to nurture the continent’s youth towards achieving Agenda 2063 and wants to inspire the youth of Africa towards social good and enable continent to … [Read more...] about 2020 Ignite Africa Challenge Boosting Innovative Solutions and Thinking among African Youth
Global Forest Watch seeking Applications for 2020 Small Grants Fund (SGF)
Deadline: 1 March 2020 The Global Forest Watch (GFW) is currently accepting applications for its 2020 Small Grants Fund (SGF) to promote broad uptake and effective use of GFW tools and data by civil society organizations around the world. Successful projects translate data into action, applying GFW to overcome challenges in protecting the world’s forests. In 2020, the Small Grants Fund will continue to focus on rapid response to deforestation through the use of early warning systems to … [Read more...] about Global Forest Watch seeking Applications for 2020 Small Grants Fund (SGF)
2020 just IMAGINE if… Competition: A Chance to Turn Your Idea into Reality
Deadline: 2 February 2020 Entries are now open for 2020 just IMAGINE if... Competition which is an annual international social enterprise and innovation competition, hosted by Durham University and Ella's Kitchen founder, Paul Lindley. The competition is open to anyone across the global who has a business idea which tackles at least one of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. just IMAGINE if... exists to drive social, economic and environmental change in the world by helping little ideas … [Read more...] about 2020 just IMAGINE if… Competition: A Chance to Turn Your Idea into Reality
2020 Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship inviting Women Journalists around the World
Deadline: 27 February 2020 The International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF) is seeking applications for Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship 2020 which gives academic and professional opportunities to women journalists committed to human rights and social justice reporting. Benefits Neuffer Fellows receive a fixed monthly stipend to cover their living costs. The IWMF also arranges and covers the cost of housing in Cambridge and New York City for the fellow. The IWMF purchases … [Read more...] about 2020 Elizabeth Neuffer Fellowship inviting Women Journalists around the World
Apply for 2020 Al-Sumait Prize “Education” and Win 1 Million US Dollars
Deadline: 30 June 2020 The Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) is seeking applications for its 2020 Al-Sumait Prize "Education" to advance economic and social development, human resources development and infrastructure on the African continent. Focus Areas Improving people’s access to basic education, vocational & training programs and/or higher education. Improving literacy among all members of society. Decreasing the dependence of children’s education … [Read more...] about Apply for 2020 Al-Sumait Prize “Education” and Win 1 Million US Dollars
IUCN NL Small Grants Programme for the Purchase of Nature (SPN)
Deadline: 1 May 2020 The International Union for Conservation of Nature Netherlands (IUCN NL) is inviting applicants for its Small Grants Programme for the Purchase of Nature (SPN). The IUCN NL provides funds for local NGOs to acquire (through purchase or lease) threatened nature, create safe reserves and connect wildlife habitats for endangered species. Since its foundation in 2001, SPN has enabled the purchase of over 39.000 hectares. Objective The general objective of a proposed … [Read more...] about IUCN NL Small Grants Programme for the Purchase of Nature (SPN)
Jana Robeyst Trust Fund announces Small Conservation Grants (Sub-Saharan Africa)
Deadline: 30 April 2020 The Jana Robeyst Trust Fund (JRTF) is seeking applications for its Small Conservation Grants to provide financial resources to early career scientists/conservationists and non-profit organizations to carry out vital field conservation and research work in Africa. The JRTF aims to provide relatively small levels of funding for ongoing projects or pilot programmes with a clear conservation value. Funding Information Small grants will be awarded up to a maximum … [Read more...] about Jana Robeyst Trust Fund announces Small Conservation Grants (Sub-Saharan Africa)
2020 iF Social Impact Prize: A Great Opportunity to Win EUR 50,000
Deadline: 27 May 2020 Nominations are now open for 2020 iF Social Impact Prize to support projects that contribute to society. Applicants are welcome to submit all projects that contribute to solving the most urgent challenges of their time and help to improve conditions applicants CSR projects or active support for a specific aspect of society. Categories End poverty End hunger Healthy lives Quality Education Gender equality Water and sanitation Clean energy … [Read more...] about 2020 iF Social Impact Prize: A Great Opportunity to Win EUR 50,000
Apply Now for Ocean Innovation Challenge and Win Up to 250,000 USD
Deadline: 5 March 2020 Do you want to save ocean from marine debris and nutrient pollution? Are you ready with innovative solutions and creative approaches to counter the scourge of ocean pollution? The Ocean Innovation Challenge (OIC) gives you this chance to accelerate progress on SDG14 by the identifying, financing, advising and mentoring of truly innovative, entrepreneurial and creative approaches to ocean and coastal restoration and protection that sustains livelihoods and advances the … [Read more...] about Apply Now for Ocean Innovation Challenge and Win Up to 250,000 USD
2020 Adelante Reporting Initiative Fellowship inviting Journalists to travel Colombia
Deadline: 23 February 2020 As part of the International Women's Media Foundation (IWMF) Latin America reporting initiative, Adelante, five journalists will travel to Florencia, Colombia from May 16 - 26, 2020. All reporting fellows will begin their trip in Mexico City on May 11 where they will complete a four-day Hostile Environment and First Aid Training (HEFAT) course from May 12-15. Fellows will then depart for ten days of reporting in Florencia and the surrounding area. The focus of … [Read more...] about 2020 Adelante Reporting Initiative Fellowship inviting Journalists to travel Colombia
2020 Adelante Reporting Initiative Fellowship inviting Journalists to Mexico
Deadline: 23 February 2020 As part of the International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF) Latin America reporting initiative, Adelante, six journalists will travel to Nogales, Mexico from May 16 - 26, 2020. All reporting fellows will begin their trip in Mexico City on May 11 where they will complete a four-day Hostile Environment and First Aid Training (HEFAT) course from May 12-15. Fellows will then depart for ten days of reporting in Nogales and the surrounding area. The focus of this … [Read more...] about 2020 Adelante Reporting Initiative Fellowship inviting Journalists to Mexico
Submit Nominations for Arrell Global Food Innovation Awards 2020
Deadline: 28 February 2020 Nominations are now open for the Arrell Global Food Innovation Awards to recognize global excellence in food innovation and community impact. In 2020, two awards will be given: One award will recognize a researcher, or group of researchers, who has advanced understanding of food production, processing, distribution, consumption, safety and/or human nutrition, with a significant positive impact on society. Likely themes include: food science, the … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for Arrell Global Food Innovation Awards 2020
Elrha’s Journey to Scale: Funding for Scaling Humanitarian Innovation
Deadline: 14 February 2020 Elrha’s Humanitarian Innovation Fund (HIF) has launched the second round of Journey to Scale (J2S) program to provide initial support for ten shortlisted teams to develop scaling strategies for their innovations. The fund will award five teams with the strongest proposals flexible funding of up to 580,000 GBP each to explore different scale pathways and refine their approach. Journey to Scale (J2S) is aimed at humanitarian innovators who have successfully piloted … [Read more...] about Elrha’s Journey to Scale: Funding for Scaling Humanitarian Innovation
Applications Open for Barakat Trust’s Grant Programme 2020
Deadline: 31 March 2020 The Barakat Trust is seeking applications for its Grant Programme 2020 to support and promote the study and preservation of Islamic art, heritage, architecture and culture for future generations. The Barakat Trust was founded as a UK charity in 1987 and operates for educational and heritage purposes focusing on the heritage of the Islamic world. They provide scholarships and grants for study and research projects at the world’s most respected academic and cultural … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Barakat Trust’s Grant Programme 2020
Massive Open Online Course on Monitoring the Human Rights of LGBTI Persons
Deadline: 16 February 2020 The Global Campus of Human Rights (GC) is inviting applicants for the 2020 edition of its Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) on “Monitoring the Human Rights of LGBTI Persons”. Funded by the EU and with contributions by lecturers and experts from all the regions of the world, the GC MOOCs provide free and open access to highly qualified learning on topical human rights concerns. The course is focusing on the protection of LGBTI persons and their human rights, the … [Read more...] about Massive Open Online Course on Monitoring the Human Rights of LGBTI Persons
Funding Call to carry out Innovative Ecological Research in Africa
Deadline: 20 March 2020 The British Ecological Society (BES) is currently accepting applications for its Ecologists in Africa Grant Program to carry out innovative ecological research. This grant is designed to support applicants to develop skills, experience and knowledge base as well as making connections with ecologists in the developed world. Funding Information The maximum value of a grant is £8,000 for research. An additional sum up to £2,000 may be requested to fund travel … [Read more...] about Funding Call to carry out Innovative Ecological Research in Africa
Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund offering Grants to Species Conservation Projects
Deadline: 28 February 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 conservation debate. The Fund’s reach is truly global, and its species interest is non-discriminatory. It is open to applications for funding support from conservationists based in all parts of the world, … [Read more...] about Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund offering Grants to Species Conservation Projects
Call for Applications: 2020 Minorities Fellowship Programme
Deadline: 28 February 2020 Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is seeking applications for its Minorities Fellowship Programme (MFP) 2020 from human rights and minority rights defenders belonging to national or ethnic, religious and linguistic minorities. At the end of the MFP, the fellows should have a general knowledge of the United Nations system, international human rights instruments and mechanisms in general and those relevant to minorities in particular and be … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: 2020 Minorities Fellowship Programme
