Deadline: 31 March 2017 Applications are open for Anu & Naveen Jain Women’s Safety XPRIZE, a $1 million global competition that challenges teams to leverage technology to empower communities with a transformative solution that ensures women’s safety. Armed with innovative safety nets, … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Anu & Naveen Jain Women’s Safety XPRIZE Challenges! Empowering Safety for All
Latest Grants and Resources in Nigeria
View the latest grants and resources for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals in Nigeria.
Call for Proposals: PFAN West Africa Forum for Clean Energy Financing (WAFCEF-3)
Deadline: 6 January 2017 The CTI Private Financing Advisory Network (CTI PFAN) is currently accepting proposals from Project developers in West African countries for its 3rd Edition of the West African Forum for Clean Energy Financing (WAFCEF-3) Business Plan Competition. The WAFCEF-3 Business … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: PFAN West Africa Forum for Clean Energy Financing (WAFCEF-3)
Civic Tech Leadership Fellowship for the Socio-Economic Development of Africa
Deadline: 15 January 2017 Applications are open for "Civic Tech Leadership Fellowship" to prepare future Civic Tech leaders in Africa. The fellows receive training; mentoring and funding to empower them pursue the socio-economic development they want to see in Africa. The Civic Tech Leadership … [Read more...] about Civic Tech Leadership Fellowship for the Socio-Economic Development of Africa
Fondation Ensemble: Inviting Organisations for its 2017 Call for Proposals
Deadline: 1 February 2017 The Fondation Ensemble has launched two call for proposals from eligible organisations for its 2017 grant programs. On all sector projects (Sustainable agriculture, Sustainable fishing, Biodiversity conservation, Sustainable Technologies) and Threatened Animal … [Read more...] about Fondation Ensemble: Inviting Organisations for its 2017 Call for Proposals
Call for Entries: The Michael Elliott Award for Excellence in African Storytelling
Deadline: 30 January 2017 The International Center for Journalists (ICFJ) in collaboration with ONE and the Elliott family is seeking entries for the inaugural 2017 Michael Elliott Award for Excellence in African Storytelling. Mike served as a distinguished editor at The Economist, Newsweek and … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: The Michael Elliott Award for Excellence in African Storytelling
ISHR Call for Applications: Human Rights Advocates Program
Deadline: 31 January 2017 The Institute for the Study of Human Rights (ISHR), Columbia University, is currently accepting applications for Fall 2017 Human Rights Advocates Program (HRAP). Founded in 1989, the Human Rights Advocates Program (HRAP) is a unique and successful model of human rights … [Read more...] about ISHR Call for Applications: Human Rights Advocates Program
Future Agro Challenge: Inviting Entrepreneurs, Startups all Over the World
Deadline: 13 January 2017 The Global Championship is seeking applicants for its Future Agro Challenge (FAC), global competition that support agro visionaries, farmers, manufacturers, and distributors from countries across several continents. Innovators have the opportunity to participate in … [Read more...] about Future Agro Challenge: Inviting Entrepreneurs, Startups all Over the World
Nominations Open for the 2017 Knight International Journalism Awards
Deadline: 17 February 2017 The International Center for Journalists (ICFJ) is seeking nominations for its "2017 Knight International Journalism Awards" with an aim to foster a global culture of news innovation. The Awards recognize journalists who, through their pioneering work or technological … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for the 2017 Knight International Journalism Awards
Startup of The Year Award to Spotlight African Innovation!
Deadline: 31 December 2016 Applications are open for the third edition of Startup of the Year Contest to Spotlight African Innovation. Startup of the year award is a contest organized by Bonjour Idée with the support of 50+ partners (international corporations, incubators, chambers of commerce, … [Read more...] about Startup of The Year Award to Spotlight African Innovation!
ALA Fellowship Program: Supporting and Developing Future Leaders of Africa
Deadline: 17 February 2017 The African Leadership Academy (ALA) is seeking applications for its Fellowship Program to transform Africa by identifying, developing, and connecting thousands of leaders for the continent over the next few decades. The Academy is founded on the philosophy that a new … [Read more...] about ALA Fellowship Program: Supporting and Developing Future Leaders of Africa
Nominations Open for 2017 Anja Niedringhaus Courage In Photojournalism Award!
Deadline: 1 March 2017 Nominations are open for 2017 Anja Niedringhaus Courage in Photojournalism Awards. The International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF) and the World Press Photo Foundation (WPPF) will jointly host the Anja Niedringhaus Courage in Photojournalism Awards in June 2017 in … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2017 Anja Niedringhaus Courage In Photojournalism Award!
African Union ECHO 2017: Harnessing the Demographic Dividend through Investments in Youth
Deadline: 28 February 2017 Young people in Africa are an enormous resource for the continent’s developments. It is in this regard that African Union Heads of State and Government declared the theme for 2017 as ‘Harnessing the Demographic Dividend through Investments in Youth’. The African Union … [Read more...] about African Union ECHO 2017: Harnessing the Demographic Dividend through Investments in Youth
UNESCO Call for Proposals: 2017 Academic Research Conference on Safety of Journalists
Deadline: 9 January 2017 UNESCO, in collaboration with the Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU), is pleased to invite contributions from the international community of scholars to the 2017 Academic Research Conference on Safety of Journalists. The academic conference, from 3 to 4 May 2017, is a … [Read more...] about UNESCO Call for Proposals: 2017 Academic Research Conference on Safety of Journalists
SE 100 Inspiring Social Innovators Programme: Inspiring Social Entrepreneurs around the World
Deadline: 31 January 2017 Applications are open for SE 100 Inspiring Social Innovators Programme with an aim to recognize and appreciate those people and inspire others to work towards social good. Social Enablers, one of the widely read content platforms on social entrepreneurship and social … [Read more...] about SE 100 Inspiring Social Innovators Programme: Inspiring Social Entrepreneurs around the World
Climate Strategies Accelerator Fund: Imaginative Solutions for Ending Oil Dependence
Deadline: 31 January 2017 The Climate Strategies Accelerator (CSA) is seeking applications for its funding program "2017 Breakthrough Lab: End Oil" to invest in new climate solutions and an accelerator, staffed with experts who know how to get big, audacious ideas off the ground. The CSA is on the … [Read more...] about Climate Strategies Accelerator Fund: Imaginative Solutions for Ending Oil Dependence
EU Call for Proposals: Strengthening Anti-Money Laundering Capacities in West Africa
Deadline: 7 February 2017 The European Union (EU) is currently accepting proposals from eligible organisations for a programme entitled "Strengthening Anti-Money Laundering Capacities in West Africa” with an aim to increase public awareness and political commitment in the fight against money … [Read more...] about EU Call for Proposals: Strengthening Anti-Money Laundering Capacities in West Africa
Entries Open for Global Editors Network’s Startups for News International Competition!
Deadline: 1 January 2017 Global Editors Network (GEN) is seeking applications for its Startups for News international competition with an aim to reward the best startups bringing novel solutions to newsroom challenges. Each year, GEN selects early-stage startups providing innovative products … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Global Editors Network’s Startups for News International Competition!
Call for Nominations: Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz International Prize for Water
Deadline: 31 December 2017 Nominations are open for Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz International Prize for Water (PSIPW), an international award focusing on water-related scientific innovation and judged by leading scientists from around the world. Five prizes are bestowed every two years. Prize … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz International Prize for Water
IRD’s Call for Projects: South Expert Sustainable Plants Development Durable Programme
Deadline: 6 March 2017 The Institute for Development Research (IRD) is seeking projects for its "South Expert Sustainable Plants Development Durable Programme (SEP2D)" to support the development and the international cooperation in 22 countries of the intertropical belt. It aims to reinforce … [Read more...] about IRD’s Call for Projects: South Expert Sustainable Plants Development Durable Programme
Apply for the International Citizen Media Award 2017!
Deadline: 28 February 2017 The International Citizen Media Award 2017 intends to honor tremendous international work in the field of citizen media and its products in the categories Video and Audio which have been created by private, non-commercial producers under the topic "Cultural Heritage – … [Read more...] about Apply for the International Citizen Media Award 2017!
The Kubota Fund for the Development of Social and Economic Infrastructure in Developing Countries
Deadline: 20 January 2017 The Kubota Fund is seeking applications for its grant from trainees and students from developing countries that belong to study or training program(s) provided by private enterprises or research/educational institutes located in Japan. The Kubota Fund is based upon … [Read more...] about The Kubota Fund for the Development of Social and Economic Infrastructure in Developing Countries
Nominations Open for 2017 Buffett Award for Leadership in Africa Conservation!
Deadline: 30 January 2017 Do you know someone whose dedication and leadership in conservation deserves to be recognized? If yes, then Nominations are open for 2017 Buffett Award for Leadership in Africa Conservation. The National Geographic Society (NGS) is currently inviting applicants for its … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2017 Buffett Award for Leadership in Africa Conservation!
National Institutes of Health: Addressing Issues on Tobacco Use and HIV in Low and Middle Income Countries
Deadline: 7 January 2020 The U.S. Department of State's National Institutes of Health (NIH) is currently seeking applications for its grants program addressing issues on Tobacco Use and HIV in Low and Middle Income Countries to encourage exploratory/developmental research focused on the same. In … [Read more...] about National Institutes of Health: Addressing Issues on Tobacco Use and HIV in Low and Middle Income Countries
Magraret McNamara Education Grants 2017: Inviting Women from Developing Countries
Deadline: 15 January 2017 Applications are open for Magraret McNamara Education Grants 2017 (formerly known as MMMF) that will reward exceptional women from developing countries, who are at least 25 years old, and enrolled at universities in the US, Canada and select universities in South Africa … [Read more...] about Magraret McNamara Education Grants 2017: Inviting Women from Developing Countries
The Girl Generation’s End FGM Grants Programme: Supporting Activities to Promote Ending FGM
Deadline: 3 March 2017 The Girl Generation is accepting proposals from grassroots organisations, networks and individuals for its End Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) Grants Programme with an aim to build an Africa-led movement to end FGM by enabling grassroots organisations and individuals to … [Read more...] about The Girl Generation’s End FGM Grants Programme: Supporting Activities to Promote Ending FGM
2017 TechWomen Program: Empowering the Next Generation of Women Leaders!
Deadline: 17 January 2017 Applications are open for the 2017 TechWomen program that empowers, connects, and supports the next generation of women leaders in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) from Africa, Central Asia, and the Middle East by providing them the access and … [Read more...] about 2017 TechWomen Program: Empowering the Next Generation of Women Leaders!
U.S. Mission to UNESCO: Leveraging UNESCO Networks to Address the STEAM Gender Gap in Africa
Deadline: 31 January 2017 The U.S. Mission to UNESCO (USUNESCO) has announced the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for a new program entitled “Leveraging UNESCO Networks to Address the STEAM Gender Gap in Africa” to design and administer a three-year grants program aimed at identifying, … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to UNESCO: Leveraging UNESCO Networks to Address the STEAM Gender Gap in Africa
UNICEF Public Engagement Initiative for Refugee: Activating Public in Support of Refugee Children
Deadline: 3 January 2017 The United Nations Children's Fund is seeking proposals from eligible entities for the program entitled "Public Engagement Initiative for Refugee" with an aim frame a new public narrative around the refugee crisis and to help activate the public in support of refugee … [Read more...] about UNICEF Public Engagement Initiative for Refugee: Activating Public in Support of Refugee Children
Next Generation Leaders (NGL) Program: Inviting Leaders from around the World
Deadline: 17 February 2017 The McCain Institute’s flagship program is the Next Generation Leaders (NGL) program, designed to identify, train, network and empower a diverse group of emerging, character-driven leaders from the United States and around the world. Geared to mid-career professionals, … [Read more...] about Next Generation Leaders (NGL) Program: Inviting Leaders from around the World
Nominations Open for Rafto Prize! Awarding People and Organizations Worldwide Struggling for Human Rights and Democracy
Deadline: 1 February 2017 Nominations are open for Rafto Prize with an aim to award a person or an organisation who struggle for human rights and democracy. The Rafto Foundation for Human Rights is a non-profit and non-partisan organization dedicated to the global promotion of human rights. … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Rafto Prize! Awarding People and Organizations Worldwide Struggling for Human Rights and Democracy
U.S. Mission to Nigeria: U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation 2017
Deadline: 15 January 2017 The U.S. Mission to Nigeria of the U.S. Department of State is seeking applications for its U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2017 Small Grants Competition. The AFCP supports the preservation of cultural sites, cultural objects, and forms of … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Nigeria: U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation 2017
Nominations Open for 2017 WWSF Prize! Honoring Women around the World for their Creativity in Rural Life
Deadline: 30 April 2017 The Women’s World Summit Foundation (WWSF) is currently inviting applicants for its annual Prize to honor women and women's groups around the world exhibiting exceptional creativity, courage and commitment for the improvement of the quality of life in rural … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2017 WWSF Prize! Honoring Women around the World for their Creativity in Rural Life
Nominations Open for IWMF 2017 Courage In Journalism Award! Honoring Women Journalists Worldwide
Deadline: 15 March 2017 International Women's Media Foundation (IWMF) is seeking nominations for its 2017 Courage In Journalism Award with an aim to honor three women journalists who have demonstrated extraordinary strength of character in pursuing their profession under difficult or dangerous … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for IWMF 2017 Courage In Journalism Award! Honoring Women Journalists Worldwide
Call for Applications: Magnum Foundation Photography and Social Justice Fellowship
Deadline: 19 January 2017 Applications are open for Magnum Foundation's Photography and Social Justice Fellowship program, to support and train early career and emerging photographers, artists, journalists, scholars, and activists who are passionate about challenging injustice, pursuing social … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Magnum Foundation Photography and Social Justice Fellowship
Nominations Open for GEN’s Maria Contreras-Sweet Award for Global Impact!
Deadline: 27 January 2017 The Global Entrepreneurship Network is inviting applicants for its Maria Contreras-Sweet Award for Global Impact that recognizes leaders that empower new communities to innovate and advance social and environmental goals globally via entrepreneurship. The award highlights … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for GEN’s Maria Contreras-Sweet Award for Global Impact!
Applications Open for Partnerships for Enhanced Engagement in Research (PEER) Cycle 6!
Deadline: 13 January 2017 Partnerships for Enhanced Engagement in Research (PEER) has launched a Call for Pre-Proposals for its Cycle 6 grant program with an aim to leverage USG scientific investment in R&D to support USAID’s development goals in priority countries. The United States … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Partnerships for Enhanced Engagement in Research (PEER) Cycle 6!
ICATCH Grants Program: Improving Child Health in Low-Income and Lower-Middle Income Countries
Deadline: 10 February 2017 The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Section on International Child Health (SOICH) is seeking applicants for its International Community Access to Child Health (ICATCH) Grant program with an aim to provide both financial and technical support to grant recipients who … [Read more...] about ICATCH Grants Program: Improving Child Health in Low-Income and Lower-Middle Income Countries
IWMF Call for Applications: Colombia and El Salvador Reporting Fellowships
Deadline: 17 January 2017 The International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF) has announced reporting trips to El Salvador and Colombia. A group of six journalists will report on Women, Peace, and Security in Colombia. The trip will be base in Quibdó, Department of Chocó. Concurrently, another group … [Read more...] about IWMF Call for Applications: Colombia and El Salvador Reporting Fellowships
Call for Proposals: Bloomberg Initiative To Reduce Tobacco Use Grants Program
Deadline: 1 February 2017 The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease and the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids are seeking applications for its "Bloomberg Initiative To Reduce Tobacco Use Grants Program" to support projects to develop and deliver high-impact evidence-based tobacco … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Bloomberg Initiative To Reduce Tobacco Use Grants Program
Applications Open for Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative (CYFI) for Citizens of Nigeria!
Deadline: 31 December 2016 Applications are open for 2017 Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative (CYFI) for all citizens and permanent residents of Nigeria currently residing in Lagos. The Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative (CYFI) seeks to develop a select group of young Nigerians into … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative (CYFI) for Citizens of Nigeria!
Entries Open for “Solution Search: Farming for Biodiversity Contest” Worldwide!
Deadline: 10 March 2017 Do you now someone using innovative agricultural practices to support biodiversity? If yes, then Solution Search contest is open for entries! Rare and IFOAM-Organics are inviting applicants for its “Solution Search: Farming for Biodiversity “contest with an aim to increase … [Read more...] about Entries Open for “Solution Search: Farming for Biodiversity Contest” Worldwide!
A list of Open Opportunities on Agriculture, Food and Nutrition
In the world, consisting of 805 million people, every single person who has taken birth posses the right to be free from hunger since food is the basic unit of life. Nutrition from food helps us remain free from diseases and any health issue therefore, nutritious food is everyone's first and the … [Read more...] about A list of Open Opportunities on Agriculture, Food and Nutrition
10 YFP Call for Proposals: Sustainable Food Systems Programme across Developing Countries
Deadline: 15 January 2017 Applications are open for The Sustainable Food Systems (SFS) Programme under the theme "Tackling the food and nutrition challenge through multi-stakeholder collaboration – Adopting a systems approach to promote sustainability along the food value chain”. The Programme … [Read more...] about 10 YFP Call for Proposals: Sustainable Food Systems Programme across Developing Countries
European Commission Call for Proposals: Innovative Solutions for Sustainable Food Packaging
Deadline: 14 February 2017 The European Commission is seeking proposals for its program "Innovative Solutions for Sustainable Food Packaging" with an aim to produce plans and arrangements or designs for new, modified or improved products, processes or services. Proposals should clearly address the … [Read more...] about European Commission Call for Proposals: Innovative Solutions for Sustainable Food Packaging
Agropolis Foundation: 2017 Louis Malassis International Scientific Prize for Agriculture and Food
Deadline: 25 January 2017 Applications are open for the " Louis Malassis International Scientific Prize for Agriculture and Food" in order to recognize individuals, or a group of individuals, for their exemplary and promising contribution in promoting innovation through research, development and … [Read more...] about Agropolis Foundation: 2017 Louis Malassis International Scientific Prize for Agriculture and Food
EU’s Permanent Grassland Program: Seeking Proposals to Develop Farming Systems and Policies
Deadline: 14 February 2017 The European Union (EU) is seeking proposals for its program entitled "Permanent Grassland Program" to develop Farming Systems and Policies. Projects will develop farm-level decision support tools for the management of permanent grassland so as to enhance biomass … [Read more...] about EU’s Permanent Grassland Program: Seeking Proposals to Develop Farming Systems and Policies
Apply for Food-Water-Energy Challenge from Around the World!
Deadline: 31 December 2016 Applications are inviting from children and young people from around the world for the "Food-Water-Energy Challenge" to gather different interpretations and experiences of the nexus in everyday life. This competition is being run as part of the (Re) Connect the Nexus … [Read more...] about Apply for Food-Water-Energy Challenge from Around the World!
EU Innovative Agri-Food Chains: Unlocking the Potential for Competitiveness and Sustainability
Deadline: 14 February 2017 The European Commission is seeking applications for its program "Innovative Agri-Food Chains: Unlocking the Potential for Competitiveness and Sustainability" to provide in-depth insight into linkages and interactions between agri-food chain stakeholders, including … [Read more...] about EU Innovative Agri-Food Chains: Unlocking the Potential for Competitiveness and Sustainability
Apply for The Olam Prize for Innovation in Food Security!
Deadline: 25 January 2017 The Agropolis Foundation has launched the second edition of Olam Prize for Innovation in Food Security in partnership with global agri-business Olam International, to recognise an outstanding innovation for its potential impact on the availability, affordability, … [Read more...] about Apply for The Olam Prize for Innovation in Food Security!
EU Call for Proposals: Contentious Inputs in Organic Farming
Deadline: 14 February 2017 The European Union (EU) is seeking applications for its program "Organic inputs – contentious inputs in organic farming" to provide a comprehensive overview of the current use of and need for external inputs in various types of organic plant and animal farming … [Read more...] about EU Call for Proposals: Contentious Inputs in Organic Farming
