Deadline: 15 October 2017 Mo Ibrahim Foundation is seeking applications for The Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships that form a selective programme designed to mentor future African leaders. Through this annual fellowship programme, the foundation seeks to deepen and broaden its growing network which … [Read more...] about Mo Ibrahim Foundation: Seeking Applications for The Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships!
Latest Grants and Resources in Nigeria
View the latest grants and resources for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals in Nigeria.
Microfinance Program: Development of Palliative Care in Africa
Deadline: 1 September 2017 Administrators of the TrueColours Trust have set aside funds for a microfinance program for hospices and palliative care providers across Africa to support the development of palliative care. Applications and funds are administered by the African Association for … [Read more...] about Microfinance Program: Development of Palliative Care in Africa
Youth Development Foundations in Nigeria
Youth Development is the prerequisite today for the growth of every nation. In order to seek the long term development and growth of a nation, youths in the countries should be well trained and educated as the leadership skills that the youth today posses will automatically direct the gradation of a … [Read more...] about Youth Development Foundations in Nigeria
EU Call for Proposals: Preventing Sexual and Gender Based Violence against Women and Girls in Developing Countries
Deadline: 25 October 2017 The European Union (EU) is currently accepting proposals from eligible organisations for a program entitled “Preventing Sexual and Gender Based Violence against Women and Girls in Developing Countries" to promote gender equality and women's and girls' empowerment. The … [Read more...] about EU Call for Proposals: Preventing Sexual and Gender Based Violence against Women and Girls in Developing Countries
Health Systems Global: Seeking Applications for Media Fellowships Programme
Deadline: 30 September 2017 Health Systems Global (HSG) has launched a call for its first Media Fellowships Programme offering six fellowships to journalists undertaking cutting edge news and reporting on health systems and health policy topics across the world. This is an opportunity for … [Read more...] about Health Systems Global: Seeking Applications for Media Fellowships Programme
Global Change Leaders Program 2018: Strengthening the Leadership Capacities of Women in Developing Countries
Deadline: 7 September 2017 The Coady International Institute is seeking applications from women in developing countries for its program entitled “Global Change Leaders”, to enable women from developing countries to strengthen their leadership capacities in order to contribute to innovation and … [Read more...] about Global Change Leaders Program 2018: Strengthening the Leadership Capacities of Women in Developing Countries
UEFA Foundation for Children: Promoting Fundamental Rights Of Children throughout the World
Deadline: 15 September 2017 The UEFA Foundation for Children has launched a call for projects with an aim to promote the fundamental rights of children throughout the world. In order to achieve the program’s objectives, the foundation establishes programmes involving football or sport in general, … [Read more...] about UEFA Foundation for Children: Promoting Fundamental Rights Of Children throughout the World
UNICEF Innovation Fund: VR/AR Technologies to Solve Real Human Problems
Deadline: 17 September 2017 Do you have a Virtual or Augmented reality solution that can help improve children's lives? Is yes, then apply for UNICEF Innovation Fund. Applications open for "UNICEF Innovation Fund" which is looking for start-ups that are developing and piloting new open source … [Read more...] about UNICEF Innovation Fund: VR/AR Technologies to Solve Real Human Problems
National Geographic Society: Requests for Proposals for Changing Polar Systems
Deadline: 1 October 2017 The National Geographic Society is seeking proposals for its "Changing Polar Systems". As global temperatures rise and polar ice melts, polar environments have become some of the most rapidly changing on Earth. Yet, public understanding of these changes largely amounts to … [Read more...] about National Geographic Society: Requests for Proposals for Changing Polar Systems
National Geographic Society: Requests for Proposals for Big Cats Conservation
Deadline: 1 October 2017 The National Geographic Society is seeking proposals for its Initiative entitled "Big Cats Conservation" to advance conservation efforts benefitting big cat populations, protecting and restoring them and their habitats via field-based, action-oriented, direct, and … [Read more...] about National Geographic Society: Requests for Proposals for Big Cats Conservation
National Geographic Society: Requests for Proposals for Long-Distance Animal Migration
Deadline: 1 October 2017 The National Geographic Society is seeking proposals for its "Long-Distance Animal Migration". The world's large-scale animal migrations provide aesthetic, economic, ecological, and recreational value. However, migratory species are on the decline globally. Long-distance … [Read more...] about National Geographic Society: Requests for Proposals for Long-Distance Animal Migration
Bel Foundation: Supporting Projects from Nonprofit Organizations and Charities to Improve Children’s Well-Being
Deadline: 30 September 2017 Do you represent an association or an NGO working to improve children’s well-being? Are you undertaking a project aimed at promoting a balanced diet? If yes, then apply for the Bel Foundation’s Project. The Bel Foundation, created by the Bel Group and its reference … [Read more...] about Bel Foundation: Supporting Projects from Nonprofit Organizations and Charities to Improve Children’s Well-Being
National Geographic Society: Requests for Proposals for Sustainable Cities Programme
Deadline: 1 October 2017 The National Geographic Society is seeking proposals for its "Sustainable Cities Programme". As the global population heads toward nine billion people by 2020, urban areas are facing increased pressure to provide services for ever-growing numbers of inhabitants. Cities … [Read more...] about National Geographic Society: Requests for Proposals for Sustainable Cities Programme
National Geographic Society: Seeking Applications for Early Career Grant
Deadline: 24 September 2017 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
IDRC Call for Proposals: Strengthening Engineering Research and Training in Africa
Deadline: 24 September 2017 International Development Research Centre (IDRC) is seeking proposals for its “Strengthening Engineering Research and Training in Africa" that challenges universities as well as public and private stakeholders to develop and implement novel ways of delivering quality and … [Read more...] about IDRC Call for Proposals: Strengthening Engineering Research and Training in Africa
YIAGA Call for Applications: Campaign, Advocacy and Movement Building Workshop
Deadline: 15 September 2017 The Youth Initiative for Advocacy, Growth & Advancement (YIAGA) has announced the call for applications from young people between the ages of 16 – 30 years for to attend the Campaign, Advocacy and Movement Building Workshop. YIAGA is a non-profit, non-governmental … [Read more...] about YIAGA Call for Applications: Campaign, Advocacy and Movement Building Workshop
Women Deliver: Inviting Applicants for Young Leaders Program
Deadline: 13 October 2017 The Women Deliver is inviting applicants for its Young Leaders Program that provides youth advocates with the training and resources necessary to extend their influence and actively shape the programs and policies that affect their lives. The Women Deliver Young Leaders … [Read more...] about Women Deliver: Inviting Applicants for Young Leaders Program
Apply for CODESRIA’s Higher Education Policy Initiative (HEPI)!
Deadline: 15 September 2017 The Council for the Development of Social Science Research in Africa (CODESRIA), with support from the Carnegie Corporation of New York is implementing a new “Higher Education Policy Initiative (HEPI)” with an aim to engage academics and stakeholders in higher education … [Read more...] about Apply for CODESRIA’s Higher Education Policy Initiative (HEPI)!
Applications Open for ICT for Mountain Development Award 2017!
Deadline: 30 November 2017 International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) is currently inviting applications for its ICT for Mountain Development Award 2017 in order to recognize innovations in information and communications technology for Development (ICTD) that can help promote … [Read more...] about Applications Open for ICT for Mountain Development Award 2017!
MGAEF Foundation: Inviting Applicants for Environmental Curricula Grants
Deadline: 15 September 2017 The Melinda Gray Ardia Environmental Foundation (MGAEF) is currently seeking proposals from organizations and schools across the globe for its Environmental Curricula grants in order to contribute the development, implementation and/or field testing of environmental … [Read more...] about MGAEF Foundation: Inviting Applicants for Environmental Curricula Grants
DHHS-CGH: Conduct National Population-based HIV Impact Assessment in Nigeria under PEPFAR
Deadline: 9 October 2017 The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Centers for Disease Control (CGH) is seeking applications for its program "Conduct National Population-based HIV Impact Assessment (PHIA) in Nigeria under the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR)", on … [Read more...] about DHHS-CGH: Conduct National Population-based HIV Impact Assessment in Nigeria under PEPFAR
Applications Open for 2017 Zambezi Prize!
Deadline: 30 September 2017 Applications are open for the 2017 Zambezi Prize in order to raise awareness of entrepreneurship and financial inclusion, encourage the flow of capital to financial inclusion ventures, and advance entrepreneurship and financial inclusion to fuel broad-based … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2017 Zambezi Prize!
Apply for ConDev’s Student Media Grants: A Chance to Win up to $5,000!
Deadline: 30 September 2017 The Center on Conflict and Development (ConDev, condev.org) is inviting applicants for its Student Media Grant, a photojournalism grant funded by the Howard G. Buffett Foundation Chair on Conflict and Development. ConDev—part of Texas A&M University’s Department of … [Read more...] about Apply for ConDev’s Student Media Grants: A Chance to Win up to $5,000!
IDEX: Accepting Applications for the January 2018 Global Fellows Program in India!
Deadline: 30 September 2017 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 leadership and business development training by working full-time for social … [Read more...] about IDEX: Accepting Applications for the January 2018 Global Fellows Program in India!
Thomson Foundation: Inviting Applicants for Young Journalist Award 2017
Deadline: 18 August 2017 Thomson Foundation, in partnership with the UK Foreign Press Association (FPA), is inviting young journalists from around the world for its Young Journalist Award 2017. The Young Journalist Award is Thomson Foundation’s annual journalism competition, dedicated to finding … [Read more...] about Thomson Foundation: Inviting Applicants for Young Journalist Award 2017
JWH Initiative: Stimulating the Leadership of Young People in Environmental CSOs
Deadline: 1 September 2017 The Joke Waller-Hunter (JWH) Initiative is currently inviting young people for its Grant program with an aim to stimulate leadership of young people in environmental Civil Society Organizations in order to secure dedicated, knowledgeable and skillful leaders for the … [Read more...] about JWH Initiative: Stimulating the Leadership of Young People in Environmental CSOs
Peace Revolution: Seeking Applications for African Youth Amani Fellowship III!
Deadline: 4 September 2017 Are you a young African peace activist looking for the key to self-development to help you in your life and work? Do you feel uncomfortable with the threats to peace and security in Africa? Would you like to learn how to develop your own Inner Peace in order to advocate … [Read more...] about Peace Revolution: Seeking Applications for African Youth Amani Fellowship III!
The Wilbur and Niso Smith Foundation: Seeking Applications for the Literacy Fund
Deadline: 21 September 2017 The Wilbur and Niso Smith Foundation is currently inviting proposals from organisations working or based in Sub-Saharan Africa for the Literacy Fund to undertake projects to increase literacy levels in young people. The Wilbur and Niso Smith Foundation is a charitable … [Read more...] about The Wilbur and Niso Smith Foundation: Seeking Applications for the Literacy Fund
Applications Open for 2nd Annual Africa Youth in Agribusiness Day Challenge 2017
Deadline: 1 September 2017 Are you a young African between the ages of 18 and 35? Do you have a passion for youth participation in the transformation of agribusiness in Africa? If yes, then apply for the 2nd Annual Africa Youth in Agribusiness Day Challenge. The African Agribusiness Incubators … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2nd Annual Africa Youth in Agribusiness Day Challenge 2017
Applications Open for Queen’s Young Leaders Award Programme!
Deadline: 21 August 2017 The Queen’s Young Leaders is inviting applicants for its Queen’s Young Leader Award that recognises and celebrates exceptional people aged 18-29 from across the Commonwealth, who are taking the lead in their communities and using their skills to transform … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Queen’s Young Leaders Award Programme!
A List of New Funding Opportunities for Youth Development
FM 2020’s Rapid Response Mechanism Youth Outreach: Small Grants for Youth-Led & Youth-Focused Organizations Deadline: 30 August 2017 Are you a youth-led or youth-focused national organization with a big idea to promote young people’s right to access and use family planning services and … [Read more...] about A List of New Funding Opportunities for Youth Development
UNESCO MAB Young Scientists Awards: Helping Young People Help the Planet
Deadline: 15 December 2017 Applications are open for MAB Young Scientists Awards to target young researchers carrying out interdisciplinary research in line with UNESCO's Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme. Priority is given to projects carried out in biosphere reserves. MAB Young … [Read more...] about UNESCO MAB Young Scientists Awards: Helping Young People Help the Planet
Georg Arnhold Program 2018/2019: Promoting Education for Sustainable Peace
Deadline: 1 October 2017 The Georg Eckert Institute for International Textbook Research is seeking applications for its Georg Arnhold program on Education for Sustainable Peace 2018/2019 with an aim to promote education for sustainable peace with a particular focus on educational media and … [Read more...] about Georg Arnhold Program 2018/2019: Promoting Education for Sustainable Peace
Applications Open for Humanitarian Accelerators Program!
Deadline: 19 August 2017 Applications are open for Humanitarian Accelerators program which is a first of its kind initiative in the Arab World connecting start-ups and established companies from around the world with the UAE’s humanitarian sector to tackle social, cultural and environmental … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Humanitarian Accelerators Program!
Australian High Commission Nigeria: Small Grants – Direct Aid Program (DAP)
Deadline: 31 October 2017 The Australian High Commission Nigeria is seeking applications for its Small Grants – Direct Aid Program (DAP), a flexible small grants program run directly by the Australian High Commission in Abuja (and by around 50 other Australian overseas missions). DAP is primarily … [Read more...] about Australian High Commission Nigeria: Small Grants – Direct Aid Program (DAP)
Applications Open for Merdeka Award Grant for International Attachment!
Deadline: 31 August 2017 The Merdeka Award is seeking applications for its grant program that is designed to make it possible for qualified and deserving Malaysians, between the ages 22-35 to engage in short-term collaborative projects/programmes of up to three months, at an … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Merdeka Award Grant for International Attachment!
The Future Project and Microsoft Nigeria: Accelerating the Economy through Youth in Enterprise
Deadline: 24 August 2017 Do you think you have what it takes to build socially inclined, high profit, highly-competitive enterprise capable of impacting the GDP? Then join the league of youths who are applying for Accelerate the Economy through Youth in Enterprise Program. The Future Project in … [Read more...] about The Future Project and Microsoft Nigeria: Accelerating the Economy through Youth in Enterprise
Apply for ACLS’s African Humanities Program!
Deadline: 2 November 2017 The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) in partnership with the Carnegie Corporation of New York are seeking applications for its "African Humanities Program (AHP)" to reinvigorate the humanities in Africa through fellowship competitions and related activities in … [Read more...] about Apply for ACLS’s African Humanities Program!
Applications Open for Clean Energy Wire Grants Program!
Deadline: 15 September 2017 The Clean Energy Wire (CLEW) is offering three grants for the most promising international collaborative projects from at least two different countries on the topics of clean energy, climate policy and the shift to a low-carbon economy. Funding Information Clean Energy … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Clean Energy Wire Grants Program!
Submit Concept Notes for TY Danjuma Foundation’s Grants Program 2018!
Deadline: 4 September 2017 The TY Danjuma Foundation (TYDF) is currently accepting concept notes for its Grants program 2018 where all people have access to affordable quality health care, education and opportunities to realise their potentials. The Foundation’s annual grantmaking strategy is … [Read more...] about Submit Concept Notes for TY Danjuma Foundation’s Grants Program 2018!
Harry Ransom Center: Seeking Applications for Research Fellowships
Deadline: 15 November 2017 The Harry Ransom Center is seeking applications for Research Fellowships that support research in all areas of the humanities, including literature, photography, film, art, the performing arts, music, and cultural history. The Harry Ransom Center will award 10 … [Read more...] about Harry Ransom Center: Seeking Applications for Research Fellowships
The Lancet : Establishing a Youth Network for The Lancet Standing Commission on Adolescent Health and Wellbeing
Deadline: 21 August 2017 The Lancet is looking for six young health advocates and/or professionals (18-29 years) from diverse backgrounds, to work with them to set up a Youth Network for The Lancet Standing Commission. The Lancet is establishing a Standing Commission to continue the work of The … [Read more...] about The Lancet : Establishing a Youth Network for The Lancet Standing Commission on Adolescent Health and Wellbeing
Cross-Government Prosperity Fund: Promoting Economic Reform and Development Needed for Growth
Deadline: 30 August 2017 The Department for International Development, Foreign & Commonwealth Office, HM Treasury, Department for International Trade, and Cabinet Office are currently seeking applications for its Cross-Government Prosperity Fund Programme to promote the economic reform and … [Read more...] about Cross-Government Prosperity Fund: Promoting Economic Reform and Development Needed for Growth
Call for Applications: Advocacy Fellows Program 2018
Deadline: 8 September 2017 Applications are open for Advocacy Fellows Program 2018 to expand and strengthen the capacity of civil society advocates and organisations to monitor, support and help shape biomedical HIV prevention research and rapid rollout of new effective interventions in low- and … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Advocacy Fellows Program 2018
Nominations Open for Waislitz Global Citizen Award 2017!
Deadline: 15 August 2017 Nominations are open for Waislitz Global Citizen Award 2017 that is presented by the Waislitz Foundation and Global Citizen to recognize the excellence of one individual in their work to end extreme poverty. Key Areas Global Citizenship: How does the nominee … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Waislitz Global Citizen Award 2017!
Applications Open for African Forum on Youth Skills & Enterprise in the Digital Age!
Deadline: 4 September 2017 Applications are open for African Forum on Youth Skills & Enterprise in the Digital Age that will bring together senior policymakers, government administration senior officials, development partners, private sector, representatives of African youth, young … [Read more...] about Applications Open for African Forum on Youth Skills & Enterprise in the Digital Age!
IBM: Inviting Applicants to Support their Climate Change or Environmental Projects
Deadline: 15 September 2017 The IBM is currently inviting applicants to apply for free crowdsourced supercomputing power, weather data and cloud storage to support their climate or environmental research project. They welcome scientists around the world. Through World Community Grid, Applicants … [Read more...] about IBM: Inviting Applicants to Support their Climate Change or Environmental Projects
Spencer Foundation: Seeking Applications for Small Research Grants
Deadline: 1 November 2017 The Spencer Foundation is seeking applications for its Small Research Grants Program that supports education research projects. The program's aim is to fund academic work that will contribute to the improvement of education, broadly conceived. The Spencer Foundation was … [Read more...] about Spencer Foundation: Seeking Applications for Small Research Grants
Science by Women Programme: Promoting African Women’s Leadership in Scientific Research
Deadline: 20 September 2017 The Women for Africa Foundation (FMxA) is seeking applications for its 3rd Edition of Science by Women Programme with the aim to promote African women’s leadership in scientific research and technology transfer and to foster the capacity of the research centres in their … [Read more...] about Science by Women Programme: Promoting African Women’s Leadership in Scientific Research
CODESRIA-MRI Call for Applications: Higher Education Governance, Research and Policy in Africa
Deadline: 30 September 2017 The Council for the Development of Social Science Research in Africa (CODESRIA) is currently seeking applications for its program entitled "Higher Education Governance, Research and Policy in Africa / Meaning-making Research Initiatives (MRI)" Thematic Areas … [Read more...] about CODESRIA-MRI Call for Applications: Higher Education Governance, Research and Policy in Africa
