Deadline: 31 July 2020 The 2020 edition of the ITU Innovation Challenge will be taking place amid a global pandemic caused by Covid-19. This has resulted in stress on value chains and countries’ readiness for a digital economy, significantly affecting social conditions worldwide. Global supply, … [Read more...] about Applications Open for ITU Innovation Challenges 2020
Latest Grants and Resources in Puerto Rico
View the latest grants and resources for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals in Puerto Rico.
Japan Foundation, Bangkok accepting Applications for International Cultural Exchanges during COVID-19 Crisis
Deadline: 30 May 2020 The Japan Foundation, Bangkok is seeking for project proposals to raise up new ideas and approaches on how to implement and/or experiment cultural exchange projects with them. This special open call aims to find the possibility to co-organize the project together by the … [Read more...] about Japan Foundation, Bangkok accepting Applications for International Cultural Exchanges during COVID-19 Crisis
SELAVIP Call for Proposals 2021 to support Housing Projects
Deadline: 30 June 2020 SELAVIP is seeking applications to support housing projects (new housing, land title regularization and water systems) for very poor urban families in the cities of Africa, Asia and Latin America, including the Caribbean. It focuses on addressing «extreme social … [Read more...] about SELAVIP Call for Proposals 2021 to support Housing Projects
Spencer Foundation’s Small Research Grants Program on Education
Deadline: 1 July 2020 The Spencer Foundation is seeking applications for Small Research Grants Program to support education research projects that will contribute to the improvement of education, broadly conceived, with budgets up to $50,000 for projects ranging from one to five years. This … [Read more...] about Spencer Foundation’s Small Research Grants Program on Education
Bureau of DRL Evaluation Innovation Fund: Building a Community of Practice of M&E Professionals in Democracy, Rights and Labor
Deadline: 15 June 2020 The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) announces an open competition for organizations interested in submitting applications for projects that nurture a community of practice of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) professionals … [Read more...] about Bureau of DRL Evaluation Innovation Fund: Building a Community of Practice of M&E Professionals in Democracy, Rights and Labor
Call for Nominations: 2021 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards
Deadline: 31 May 2020 Nominations are now open for the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards to support eminent women in science throughout the world. Each year, five Laureates are recognized for their contributions to the advancement of science, in Life Sciences or Physical … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations: 2021 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards
OpenIDEO seeking Applications for COVID-19 Reimagine Learning Challenge
Deadline: 19 May 2020 OpenIDEO has launched a Call for Applications for the COVID-19 Reimagine Learning Challenge. This is a global call to bring together parents, students, and teachers to share approaches that address the educational challenges they are facing amidst COVID-19. You can submit … [Read more...] about OpenIDEO seeking Applications for COVID-19 Reimagine Learning Challenge
GISWatch 2020 Call for Proposals: Technology, the Environment & Sustainable World (Responses from the Global South)
Deadline: 20 May 2020 The Association for Progressive Communications (APC) has announced a Call for Proposals for the Global Information Society Watch (GISWatch) 2020 program. The aim of the Global Information Society Watch (GISWatch) 2020 is to encourage local participation in rights-based … [Read more...] about GISWatch 2020 Call for Proposals: Technology, the Environment & Sustainable World (Responses from the Global South)
Nominations Open for 2021 Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity
Deadline: 31 October 2020 The Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day, the Aurora Humanitarian Initiative officially announced the opening of the nomination period for the 2021 Aurora Prize and called for putting forward inspiring humanitarians who go to extreme lengths to save the lives of others, … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2021 Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity
Beyond COVID-19: Global Open Innovation Challenge
Deadline: 10 June 2020 This global open innovation challenge, is a Call To Action for all communities to collaborate and take action in order to create innovative solutions for the Covid-19 Challenge. Team up with your colleagues, friends and family, or find a team virtually through the Prepr … [Read more...] about Beyond COVID-19: Global Open Innovation Challenge
Mozilla Fellowship Program for Tech + Society (Global South)
Deadline: 28 May 2020 The Ford Foundation and Mozilla are partnering to strengthen organizations in the Global South by layering technology strategies into their work. This will help create a ‘third space’ where key civil society organizations and tech-focused individuals address issues at the … [Read more...] about Mozilla Fellowship Program for Tech + Society (Global South)
Applications Open for FRONTLINE’s Local Journalism Initiative 2021
Deadline: 15 June 2020 The PBS series FRONTLINE's Local Journalism Initiative provides support to local news organizations to produce a specific investigative journalism project, focusing on communities where independent reporting is endangered by financial pressures on news media. FRONTLINE … [Read more...] about Applications Open for FRONTLINE’s Local Journalism Initiative 2021
BIEA University STEM Challenge 2020 “Help us solve the global plastic problem!”
Deadline: 31 July 2020 The ‘British International Education Association (BIEA) University STEM Challenge 2020’ will help young inventors and designers get started on their entrepreneurial career. BIEA is looking for ambitious, creative, curiosity-driven people with a passion for solving … [Read more...] about BIEA University STEM Challenge 2020 “Help us solve the global plastic problem!”
Grant to boost Open, Fair, and Inclusive Standards and Innovation in Web Monetization ($100 million)
Deadline: 12 June 2020 Grant for the Web is a $100 million fund supporting innovation and open standards in Web Monetization. It is funded and led by Coil in collaboration with Mozilla and Creative Commons. Grant for the Web supports open, fair, and inclusive standards and innovation in Web … [Read more...] about Grant to boost Open, Fair, and Inclusive Standards and Innovation in Web Monetization ($100 million)
ImpactAIM announces ANAU AgriTech Accelerator Program
Deadline: 24 May 2020 The program is launched by UNDP ImpactAIM Accelerator and implemented jointly with Armenia National Agrarian University (ANAU), Foundation for Armenian Science and Technology (FAST), International Center for Agribusiness Research and Education (ICARE) Foundation, Nation in … [Read more...] about ImpactAIM announces ANAU AgriTech Accelerator Program
Applications Open for University Startup World Cup 2020
Deadline: 14 June 2020 The best university startups from around the world come together to network, exhibit and pitch for a chance of becoming the world's best university startup! In 2020, the World Cup is hosted by Venture Cup China in Wenzhou, China on October 17th - 20th 2020. Venture … [Read more...] about Applications Open for University Startup World Cup 2020
Caribbean Catastrophe Risk Insurance Facility (CCRIF) Small Grant Program
Deadline: 31 December 2020 Under the Small Grants Programme, Caribbean Catastrophe Risk Insurance Facility (CCRIF) will finance small projects conceptualised and managed by non-governmental organisations (NGOs), community-based organisations (CBOs), charity organisations and/or mandated by … [Read more...] about Caribbean Catastrophe Risk Insurance Facility (CCRIF) Small Grant Program
MY World 360˚ Media: Calling Creators to Share Immersive Stories for a More Sustainable World
Deadline: 31 August 2020 Immersive media creators from across the world are invited to inspire everyone to take action for the Sustainable Development Goals. Since 2018, the MY World 360˚ creators are using immersive storytelling to shine a spotlight on the issues most relevant to them and … [Read more...] about MY World 360˚ Media: Calling Creators to Share Immersive Stories for a More Sustainable World
WLF Ambassador Program inviting Individuals from all over the World
Deadline: 14 June 2020 The World Literacy Foundation (WLF) Ambassador Program aims to bring together individuals from all over the world to be a local voice and fundraise for literacy in their schools, universities, communities or social groups. Throughout the 4-month program, Ambassadors will … [Read more...] about WLF Ambassador Program inviting Individuals from all over the World
Rapid-Response Grants on Covid-19 and the Social Sciences
Deadline: 1 June 2020 In partnership with the Henry Luce Foundation, The Social Science Research Council (SSRC), as part of its Covid-19 Initiative, seeks proposals from across the social sciences and related fields that address the social, economic, cultural, psychological, and political impact … [Read more...] about Rapid-Response Grants on Covid-19 and the Social Sciences
United Nations Unite launches “Reboot the Ocean” Challenge
Deadline: 20 May 2020 United Nations Unite has launched the "Reboot the Ocean" Challenge to bring youth together to develop new solutions that address current sustainability challenges and ensure a healthy and productive ocean. The winning solutions will be showcased on the Unite Ideas page, … [Read more...] about United Nations Unite launches “Reboot the Ocean” Challenge
IDRC seeking Applications for Doctoral Research Awards 2020
Deadline: 17 June 2020 The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) is seeking applications for the Doctoral Research Awards 2020. IDRC has helped graduate students undertake thesis research in the field of international development since 1982. IDRC Doctoral Research Awards are … [Read more...] about IDRC seeking Applications for Doctoral Research Awards 2020
UNOPS Global Innovation Challenge calling Innovators, Entrepreneurs, Programmers and Developers
Deadline: 31 July 2020 UNOPS Global Innovation Challenge brings together innovators, entrepreneurs, programmers and developers to provide the creative ideas and solutions needed to accelerate progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Through this Global Innovation Challenge, UNOPS … [Read more...] about UNOPS Global Innovation Challenge calling Innovators, Entrepreneurs, Programmers and Developers
Bureau of DRL announces Latin American and Caribbean Independent Media Consortium
Deadline: 15 June 2020 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 cooperative agreements to build a consortium of implementing partners with complementary expertise … [Read more...] about Bureau of DRL announces Latin American and Caribbean Independent Media Consortium
K. Matsushita Foundation seeking Applications for Research Grant
Deadline: 7 May 2020 The Konosuke Matsushita Memorial Foundation is seeking applications for Research Grants to assist original and challenging international research which meets social as well as academic demands in the fields of humanities and social sciences. Targeted Research Areas of … [Read more...] about K. Matsushita Foundation seeking Applications for Research Grant
DDP inviting Applications for Regional Partnership Funding 2020
Deadline: 22 May 2020 The Digital Defenders Partnership (DDP) is currently soliciting applications for Regional Partnership Funding. Regional Partnership Funding (RPF), DDP supports initiatives promoting online freedom and digital protection for human rights defenders, which operate in a … [Read more...] about DDP inviting Applications for Regional Partnership Funding 2020
DDP accepting Applications for Sustainable Protection Funding 2020
Deadline: 22 May 2020 The Digital Defenders Partnership (DDP) is currently soliciting applications for Sustainable Protection Funding. Sustainable Protection Funding (SPF) aims to help human rights organisations (including journalists, grass-roots social movements, etc) build their digital … [Read more...] about DDP accepting Applications for Sustainable Protection Funding 2020
Eyebeam launches Rapid Response for A Better Digital Future
Deadline: 21 May 2020 The Eyebeam is acting immediately to invigorate artistic creation of digital futures at this moment of systemic collapse. As economies and everyday routines are disrupted around the world, Eyebeam is taking action to support artists who are imagining a more humane digital … [Read more...] about Eyebeam launches Rapid Response for A Better Digital Future
Spencer Foundation’s Research Grants on Education: COVID-19 Related Special Grant Cycle
Deadline: 8 June 2020 The COVID-19 Related Research Grants support education research projects that will contribute to understanding the rapid shifts in education in this time of crisis and change. Spencer Foundation is especially interested in supporting two primary categories of projects. … [Read more...] about Spencer Foundation’s Research Grants on Education: COVID-19 Related Special Grant Cycle
USAID announces Global Labor Initiative (GLI)
Deadline: 4 June 2020 Through this Addendum to the Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for Locally Led Development Innovation, USAID is interested in identifying opportunities for co-creation, codesign, co-investment and collaboration on development interventions to address challenges with respect to … [Read more...] about USAID announces Global Labor Initiative (GLI)
Religions for Peace launches Multi-Religious Humanitarian Fund in Response to COVID-19
Deadline: 10 May 2020 Religions for Peace (RfP) has launched the “Multi-religious Humanitarian Fund” to support multi-religious collaborative efforts around COVID-19 and to stimulate creative interventions that promote resilience within and among diverse communities. RfP International, through … [Read more...] about Religions for Peace launches Multi-Religious Humanitarian Fund in Response to COVID-19
2020 D-Prize to support New Entrepreneurs who can Distribute Proven Poverty Interventions
Deadline: 1 June 2020 Can you design a business or NGO that solves one of the Distribution Challenges? If yes, then apply for the 2020 D-Prize. Nominations are open for the 2020 D-Prize to support new entrepreneurs who can distribute proven poverty interventions. The world has already invented … [Read more...] about 2020 D-Prize to support New Entrepreneurs who can Distribute Proven Poverty Interventions
Bureau of OES announces NOFO for Combating Wildlife Trafficking in Latin America and the Caribbean
Deadline: 15 June 2020 The Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs’ (OES) Office of Conservation and Water (ECW) at the Department of State, has announced the Notice of Funding Opportunity (“NOFO”) for Combating Wildlife Trafficking in Latin America and the … [Read more...] about Bureau of OES announces NOFO for Combating Wildlife Trafficking in Latin America and the Caribbean
Submit Applications for Deloitte – One Young World Scholarship 2020
Deadline: 22 May 2020 As a longstanding partner of One Young World, Deloitte is proud to support the Deloitte One Young World Scholarship 2020 which will enable 10 outstanding young leaders to attend the One Young World Summit in Munich, Germany on 14 – 17 October … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Deloitte – One Young World Scholarship 2020
CEPI launches Request for Proposals for “Centralized Laboratory for Measurement of Immune Responses Elicited by SARS-CoV-2 Vaccine Candidates”
Deadline: 10 May 2020 The Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) is launching a Request for Proposals (RfP) to identify and select potential partners. Types of studies that pre-approved providers might be asked to perform could include, but are not limited to, ELISA assays, Wild … [Read more...] about CEPI launches Request for Proposals for “Centralized Laboratory for Measurement of Immune Responses Elicited by SARS-CoV-2 Vaccine Candidates”
Open Contracting Partnership and Hivos announce COVID-19 Research Opportunity
Deadline: 3 May 2020 The Open Contracting Partnership and Hivos are seeking action research partners to contribute to more effective procurement to address the COVID-19 pandemic. This would include projects to collect and analyze data related to emergency procurement (and other relevant … [Read more...] about Open Contracting Partnership and Hivos announce COVID-19 Research Opportunity
J4T – Call for Young Journalists Reporting on COVID-19 Pandemic
Deadline: 8 May 2020 The spread of COVID-19 continues to affect countries around the world, impacting societies and communities, particularly the most vulnerable. In light of this crisis, and as part of the Journalists for Transparency (J4T) Initiative, the International Anti-Corruption … [Read more...] about J4T – Call for Young Journalists Reporting on COVID-19 Pandemic
EE 30 Under 30 Program: Sparkling Leadership for a Sustainable Future
Deadline: 8 May 2020 North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE) has opened the search to find 30 game-changing leaders under 30 years of age who are using environmental education to build a sustainable future for all. NAAEE know that leadership takes many different forms, … [Read more...] about EE 30 Under 30 Program: Sparkling Leadership for a Sustainable Future
Special Rapporteur seeking Applications for 3rd Human Rights Youth Challenge
Deadline: 30 April 2020 The Special Rapporteur on the human rights to safe drinking water and sanitation is organizing the Third Human Rights Youth Challenge and invites youth aged between 18 to 23 years to create an original submission and youth aged between 24 and 32 years to submit a 2000 word … [Read more...] about Special Rapporteur seeking Applications for 3rd Human Rights Youth Challenge
Call for Entries: Tales of Mountain Biodiversity
Deadline: 1 May 2020 The Mountain Partnership and the Global Mountain Biodiversity Assessment have launched the “Tales of Mountain Biodiversity” initiative. The proposal calls for mountain lovers worldwide to submit stories of biodiversity in their mountains. Mountains, as diverse as they are, … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: Tales of Mountain Biodiversity
SCAS offering Global Horizons Residential Fellowship Programme
Deadline: 1 July 2020 The Swedish Collegium for Advanced Study (SCAS) is offering the Global Horizons Residential Fellowship Programme open to scholars from all countries, engaged in research in the field of global governance. The purpose of the Global Horizons Programme is to advance … [Read more...] about SCAS offering Global Horizons Residential Fellowship Programme
OutRight Action International accepting Applications for COVID-19 LGBTIQ Emergency Response Fund
Deadline: Ongoing To respond to this crisis and support LGBTIQ organizations around the world who are serving people impacted by COVID-19 while facing an uncertain future themselves, OutRight Action International has set up a COVID-19 LGBTIQ Emergency Response Fund. The global health crisis … [Read more...] about OutRight Action International accepting Applications for COVID-19 LGBTIQ Emergency Response Fund
Art Competition “United against Corona- Express through Art”
Deadline: 1 May 2020 The Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) with its focus on building cultural links with countries around the world and connecting people to people through Cultural and Educational exchanges, calls on Indians and citizens of the world to express these emotions – … [Read more...] about Art Competition “United against Corona- Express through Art”
Seed Money Grants 2020: Scientific Exchange between Researchers from Swiss and Latin American
Deadline: 3 June 2020 The State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation (SERI) has mandated the University of St.Gallen as Leading House for the Latin American Region (LH) for the bilateral collaboration with partner institutions in Switzerland and Latin America for the period … [Read more...] about Seed Money Grants 2020: Scientific Exchange between Researchers from Swiss and Latin American
Kroc IPJ’s 2020/2021 Women PeaceMakers Fellowship
Deadline: 1 May 2020 The Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (Kroc IPJ) has announced the 2020/2021 Women PeaceMakers fellowship. The unique 12-month fellowship, including a 6-week residency at the Kroc IPJ in San Diego, focuses on strengthening and improving peace efforts around the world by … [Read more...] about Kroc IPJ’s 2020/2021 Women PeaceMakers Fellowship
Applications Open for Lumiata COVID-19 Global AI Hackathon
Deadline: 1 May 2020 Lumiata is inviting data scientists, machine learning practitioners, developers, health IT professionals, public health experts and others around the globe, to participate in the Lumiata COVID-19 Global AI Hackathon. Participants will develop solutions that address the … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Lumiata COVID-19 Global AI Hackathon
AXA Research Fund seeking Proposals for “Mitigating risk in the wake of the Covid-19 Pandemic”
Deadline: 7 May 2020 The AXA Research Fund has announced an Exceptional Flash Call for Proposals for Mitigating risk in the wake of the Covid-19 Pandemic. The AXA Research Fund’s mission is to support outstanding researchers committed to improving peoples’ lives through innovative research in … [Read more...] about AXA Research Fund seeking Proposals for “Mitigating risk in the wake of the Covid-19 Pandemic”
USAID inviting Concept Notes for Women’s Global Development and Prosperity (W-GDP) Fund
Deadline: 6 May 2020 The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), Bureau for Economic Growth, Education and Environment (E3), Office of Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment (GenDev) invites interested Applicant(s) to submit a Concept Note(s) that aim to increase women's economic … [Read more...] about USAID inviting Concept Notes for Women’s Global Development and Prosperity (W-GDP) Fund
Submit Applications for BBVA EduFin Research Grants 2020
Deadline: 18 May 2020 The Center for Financial Education and Capability is launching the third Call for Expressions of Interest, named BBVA EduFin Research Grants. The Center for Financial Education and Capability is a non-profit reputed initiative with no legal personality created within … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for BBVA EduFin Research Grants 2020
UNDP and Hackster.io launch Global Innovation Challenge to tackle COVID-19
Deadline: 30 June 2020 The United Nations Development Programme Centre for Technology, Innovation and Sustainable Development announces the COVID-19 detect and protect challenge. The fight against COVID-19 is at a crucial tipping point, so the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and … [Read more...] about UNDP and Hackster.io launch Global Innovation Challenge to tackle COVID-19
