Deadline: 18 October 2017 Applications are open for GenH Challenge that is based on the notion that new thinking and new ways to apply everyday ideas can support those on the front lines of health care worldwide. Working together, we can spark the next great idea that will change the trajectory of health. In the landscape of competitions, the GenH Challenge is committed especially to a high standard of openness, fairness, and transparency. Their goal is to provide value for everyone who … [Read more...]
USAID-BAA: Harnessing Local Innovations, Expertise and Partnerships to Solve Development Challenges in Asia
September 21, 2017 By
Deadline: 19 September 2018 The USAID is inviting organizations and interested parties to partner with USAID to identify other new technologies, innovative solutions, and promising activity approaches that can solve development problems in the Asia region. This BAA seeks to incorporate innovative ideas and unorthodox partnerships that can achieve sustainable results. This Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) is seeking opportunities to co-create, co-design, co-invest, and collaborate in the … [Read more...]
CEPI Call for Proposals: Enabling Rapid Vaccine Development for Epidemic Prone Infections
September 21, 2017 By
Deadline: 17 October 2017 Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) has announced a second funding opportunity for the development of vaccines against epidemic infectious diseases. The objective of this Call for Proposals is to identify and fund proposals for vaccine platform technologies that enable rapid vaccine development, fast scale up, and achieve clinical benefit quickly for reactive use in outbreaks of novel or previously unrecognised viruses. Proposals can include new … [Read more...]
Nominations Open for Hilton Humanitarian Prize 2018!
September 21, 2017 By
Deadline: 18 October 2017 The Conrad N. Hilton Foundation is currently inviting applicants for its Hilton Humanitarian Prize 2018 in order to recognize and advance the efforts of the recipient organization, but also to call attention to the worldwide need for humanitarian aid and to encourage others to expand their support. Focus Areas Extraordinary contributions toward alleviating human suffering Established record of achievement Demonstration of long-term sustainable impact … [Read more...]
Safari Club International Foundation: Call for Proposal for Large Grants Program
September 21, 2017 By
Deadline: 31 October 2017 Safari Club International Foundation is inviting applicants for its large grants to contribute to the sustainable management of natural resources or the advance of constructive wildlife research. Conservation projects are awarded grants for their relationship to sustainable use of wildlife, their ability to work towards maintaining healthy ecosystems and providing quality habitat for all wildlife species. The mission of SCI Foundation is to fund and direct wildlife … [Read more...]
NIESBUD: Seeking Applications for Project Management Training and Certification Program
September 20, 2017 By
Deadline: 5 October 2017 The National Institute of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development (NIESBUD), a premier Institution of Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India is offering fully funded International Training Programme on “Project Management Training & Certification” under ITEC fellowship which is flagship capacity building programme of Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India. The project management now becomes a professional … [Read more...]
Center for Ethics and Education: Seeking Applications for Research Grants
September 20, 2017 By
Deadline: 7 November 2017 The Center for Education and Ethics has announced a Research grant program that encourages applicants to understand educational policy and practice in broad terms, including issues that directly relate to K-12 schools and higher education institutions, but also concerning policies that influence children’s growth and development in the family and other institutions. Topics the proper content of moral education and of the rights of parents to choose its … [Read more...]
Sida International Training Programme: Increasing Gender Equality between Women and Men by Using Statistics as a Tool
September 20, 2017 By
Deadline: 1 December 2017 The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) is seeking applications for its International Training Programme, “Gender Statistics” with an aim to contribute to increased gender equality between women and men by using statistics as a tool. Objectives The objective for the programme is that an organizational change should take place so that participating organisations: implement gender statistics in their ongoing work work with, maintain … [Read more...]
ACSS Call for Proposals: Inviting Applicants for Research Grants Program
September 19, 2017 By
Deadline: 27 November 2017 The Arab Council for the Social Sciences (ACSS) is seeking proposals for the fifth cycle of its Research Grants Program on the theme “Environmentalism, Impoverishment and Social Justice Movements: Interdisciplinary Perspectives.” The aim of the grants is to support multidisciplinary research across disciplinary boundaries and methodological approaches on key themes of concern to the Arab region. This competition is funded by a grant provided to the ACSS by the … [Read more...]
The Conservation, Food and Health Foundation: Seeking NGOs to Promote Conservation, Food & Health in Developing World
September 19, 2017 By
Deadline: 1 January 2018 The Conservation, Food and Health Foundation is currently seeking entities for its Grant Program to promote the conservation of natural resources, improve the production and distribution of food, and improve health in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. The foundation supports projects that demonstrate strong local leadership, promote professional development in the conservation, agricultural, and health sciences; develop the capacity of local … [Read more...]
Norad’s Civil Society Department: Funds for Women’s Rights 2018-2020
September 19, 2017 By
Deadline: 15 October 2017 Norad's Civil Society Department has announced a call for proposals for efforts supporting two Grant Scheme Allocations: Allocation 1: Funds for efforts supporting the follow-up of 1325- Women, Peace and Security Allocation 2: Women’s Rights and Gender Equality (Women’s Economic Participation and Empowerment and Women’s Political Participation and Empowerment) Allocations & Priorities Funds for efforts supporting the follow-up of 1325- Women, … [Read more...]
Swedish Institute: Seeking Applications for She Entrepreneurs 2018
September 18, 2017 By
Deadline: 4 October 2017 Are you a woman with a vision? Do you want to develop as a social entrepreneur to lead change? If yes, then apply for the She Entrepreneurs 2018! Swedish Institute (SI) is seeking applications for its She Entrepreneurs 2018 to support young women social entrepreneurs in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and Sweden and allow them to emerge with a strong and active network of likeminded women who support each other in driving important changes in … [Read more...]
Virginia Gildersleeve International Fund (VGIF): Seeking LOIs for Single-year Grants
September 18, 2017 By
Deadline: 2 October 2017 The Virginia Gildersleeve International Fund (VGIF) is seeking letter of intents (LOIs) for its Single-year Grants program to support Community Based Organizatons (CBOs) and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) that are: Governed and directed primarily by women Grassroots and community-based. All project staff must be in-country. VGIF envisions a world where gender equality prevails and where women and girls can access or create opportunities for … [Read more...]
Women Deliver: Inviting Applicants for Young Leaders Program
September 18, 2017 By
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 Program trains, elevates, and empowers youth advocates to catalyze action for gender equality and the health, rights, and wellbeing of girls and women — with particular emphasis on sexual and … [Read more...]
Nominations Open for 13th Edition of IDB Prize for Women’s Contribution to Development!
September 18, 2017 By
Deadline: 30 November 2017 The Islamic Development Bank established the IDB Prize for Women’s Contribution to Development in 2006 to draw international attention to the vital role women play in developing their communities and the world. The Theme for the 1439H/2018 Prize is “Women’s Contribution to Promoting Peace and Stability”. Objectives Recognize: the important role of women in IDB member countries and Muslim communities globally contributions made by individuals or organizations … [Read more...]
The Maypole Fund: Seeking Applications from Women Only
September 18, 2017 By
Deadline: 31 January 2018 The Maypole Fund is seeking applications to support imaginative, non-violent and politically expressive projects from women and welcomes applications from women only for projects and activities for any of the following: anti-militarism; action against the arms trade; action against nuclear weapons and weapons systems; creating a culture of peace and the prevention of conflict and war; action to support disarmament policies, processes and related … [Read more...]
A List of Open Opportunities on Women and Gender!
September 18, 2017 By
FBA's 1325 Grants: Promoting Women's Participation in Issues Concerning Peace and Security Deadline: 1 November 2017 Do you represent an organization or a foundation working to promote women's participation in issues concerning peace and security? If yes then apply for project grants from the FBA! Each year the FBA grants funds to projects that support the implementation of those resolutions, with a specific focus on projects that promote women’s equal participation in issues concerning peace … [Read more...]
IREX Community Solutions Program 2018–2019: Addressing Issues related to Environment, Women and Gender
September 18, 2017 By
Deadline: 31 October 2017 The International Research & Exchanges Board (IREX) is inviting applicants for its Community Solutions Program (CSP) 2018–2019 with an aim to improve their communities by addressing issues related to the environment, tolerance and conflict resolution, transparency and accountability, and women and gender. Types of Program Four-month Fellowship in the United States: Community Solutions fellows are matched to host organizations throughout the US where they … [Read more...]
Australian Representative Office in Ramallah: Direct Aid Program in the Palestinian Territories
September 18, 2017 By
Deadline: 1 October 2017 The Australian Representative Office in Ramallah is seeking applications for its 2017-18 Direct Aid Program which is a flexible small grants program funded by the Australian Government in over 60 overseas missions. The Australian Representative Office (ARO), Ramallah, runs the DAP program in the Palestinian Territories. The primary objective of DAP is to achieve practical and tangible humanitarian or developmental outcomes in vulnerable communities. DAP funds … [Read more...]
Securing Water for Food: Inviting Applicants for Global Water-Agriculture Photo Contest
September 15, 2017 By
Deadline: 27 September 2017 Securing Water for Food: A Grand Challenge for Development has launched a global water-agriculture photo contest to call attention to the significant issue of water scarcity while recognizing and celebrating steps being taken around the world to improve water and food security. Aims Harness the power of images to tell a story that raises awareness and inspires action to Securing Water for Food’s commitment to enterprises and organizations with innovations … [Read more...]
