Deadline: 31 July 2018 Applications are open for the DADI Foundation Awards to harness technology to support democracy. This opportunity will help to shape a paradigm shift enabling truly transparent and accountable governance in an era where we are at risk of more elections but ever decreasing … [Read more...] about Applications Open for DADI Foundation Awards to support Democracy!
Latest Grants and Resources in Rwanda
View the latest grants and resources for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals in Rwanda.
Submit Entries for Thomson Foundation’s Young Journalist Award 2018!
Deadline: 17 August 2018 The Thomson Foundation, in partnership with the UK Foreign Press Association (FPA), is inviting young journalists from around the world for its Young Journalist Award 2018. The Young Journalist Award is Thomson Foundation’s annual journalism competition, dedicated to … [Read more...] about Submit Entries for Thomson Foundation’s Young Journalist Award 2018!
Women in News: Inviting Applications for Leadership Development Programme!
Deadline: 15 August 2018 The World Association of Newspaper and News Publishers (WAN-IFRA) is inviting women journalists to apply for the "Women in News (WIN) Leadership Development Programme" to overcome the gender gap in management and senior management positions. The programme seeks to equip … [Read more...] about Women in News: Inviting Applications for Leadership Development Programme!
IPV Request for Proposals: Intimate Partner Violence Initiative
Deadline: 31 July 2018 The Intimate Partner Violence Initiative has announced its second call for proposals from researchers working on randomized evaluations in low income countries. Priorities Add IPV focused survey modules to existing studies:These are smaller grants that would fund the … [Read more...] about IPV Request for Proposals: Intimate Partner Violence Initiative
Applications Open for GSMA Mobile for Humanitarian Innovation Fund!
Deadline: 10 August 2018 Applications open for the GSMA Mobile for Humanitarian Innovation Fund that aims to promote innovation in the use of mobile technology to address humanitarian challenges. The Fund is supported by the UK Department for International Development (DFID), the GSMA, and its … [Read more...] about Applications Open for GSMA Mobile for Humanitarian Innovation Fund!
AI for Earth Program: Seeking Proposals from all over the World
Deadline: 8 October 2018 The National Geographic Society (NGS) and Microsoft’s AI for Earth program are seeking proposals to support the exploration of how Artificial intelligence (AI) can help us understand, engage, and protect the planet. The grants will support the creation and deployment of … [Read more...] about AI for Earth Program: Seeking Proposals from all over the World
The Prince Claus Fund 2nd Open Call: First Aid to Documentary Heritage under Threat
Deadline: 16 September 2018 The Prince Claus Fund, through its Cultural Emergency Response (CER) programme and the Whiting Foundation are accepting proposals for projects in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean to safeguard documentary heritage that is acutely threatened by recent … [Read more...] about The Prince Claus Fund 2nd Open Call: First Aid to Documentary Heritage under Threat
khyentse Foundation: Seeking Applications for Ashoka Grants
Deadline: 15 August 2018 The khyentse Foundation is seeking applications for its Ashoka Grants to preserve and promote the Dharma and working to increase Dharma activity around the world in creative and long-lasting ways. This program identifies and supports organizations and individuals working … [Read more...] about khyentse Foundation: Seeking Applications for Ashoka Grants
Applications Open for ICC Fellowship!
Deadline: 30 July 2018 Applications are open for the Institute for Canadian Citizenship (ICC) Fellowship to deliver programs and special projects that inspire inclusion, create opportunities to connect, and encourage active citizenship. The ICC Fellowship provides a special opportunity for young … [Read more...] about Applications Open for ICC Fellowship!
World Heritage Center- AWHF: Inviting Participants for Workshop on World Heritage and Educational Institutions in Africa
Deadline: 14 September 2018 The World Heritage Centre in collaboration with the African World Heritage Fund (AWHF) is inviting participants for its "Workshop on World Heritage and Educational Institutions in Africa" to mark an important milestone in the involvement of African institutions of higher … [Read more...] about World Heritage Center- AWHF: Inviting Participants for Workshop on World Heritage and Educational Institutions in Africa
Nominations Open for Africa Tourism Leadership Awards!
Deadline: 30 July 2018 Nominations are open for Africa Tourism Leadership Awards with an aim to recognize game-changing individuals and/or groups’ initiatives being pursued across the sector, such as those leading to progressive policy-making and business practices, thought leadership, innovation, … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Africa Tourism Leadership Awards!
Applications Open for 2018 Human Rights Prize of the French Republic!
Deadline: 15 October 2018 Applications are now open for the 2018 “Liberty, Equality, Fraternity” Human Rights Prize of the French Republic, awarded by the French Prime Minister. This Prize, created in 1988, is awarded in recognition and support for the completion of individual or collective … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2018 Human Rights Prize of the French Republic!
Submit Applications for National Geographic Society’s Exploration Grant Program!
Deadline: 3 October 2018 National Geographic Society is seeking applications for its Exploration Grant which is a request for funding by an experienced project leader in the areas of conservation, education, research, storytelling, and technology. Funding Information Projects are typically funded … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for National Geographic Society’s Exploration Grant Program!
National Geographic Society: Request for Proposals for Making the Case for Nature Programme
Deadline: 3 October 2018 National Geographic Society is currently inviting applicants for its programme entitled “Making the Case for Nature” to determine effective ways to market wildlife to inspire positive action to save species and ecosystems by applying principles of science … [Read more...] about National Geographic Society: Request for Proposals for Making the Case for Nature Programme
National Geographic Society: Seeking Proposals for ‘Uncovering Human Origins in Asia and Africa’
Deadline: 3 October 2018 The National Geographic Society is accepting proposals for its “Uncovering Human Origins in Asia and Africa” to encourage further investigation of hominid evolution in Africa and Asia, with preference given to projects in relatively unexplored parts of those … [Read more...] about National Geographic Society: Seeking Proposals for ‘Uncovering Human Origins in Asia and Africa’
National Geographic Society: Seeking Proposals for Documenting Human Migrations Program
Deadline: 3 October 2018 The National Geographic Society is seeking proposals for a program entitled “Documenting Human Migrations” to support impactful projects that – through education or storytelling – seek to increase understanding of and acceptance of migrants and migrant communities. These … [Read more...] about National Geographic Society: Seeking Proposals for Documenting Human Migrations Program
National Geographic Society RFPs: Recovery of Species on the Brink of Extinction
Deadline: 3 October 2018 National Geographic Society is inviting proposals for its Recovery of Species on the Brink of Extinction to halt further biodiversity decline by implementing species conservation plans. National Geographic Society will support on the ground priorities of IUCN SSC Species … [Read more...] about National Geographic Society RFPs: Recovery of Species on the Brink of Extinction
National Geographic Society: Seeking Proposals for Reducing Marine Plastic Pollution Program
Deadline: 3 October 2018 The National Geographic Society is seeking proposals for its program entitled “Reducing Marine Plastic Pollution” to measurably reduce plastic pollution before it reaches the ocean. National Geographic Society seeks scientists and innovators, including conservationists, … [Read more...] about National Geographic Society: Seeking Proposals for Reducing Marine Plastic Pollution Program
National Geographic’s Big Cats Initiative: Advancing Conservation Efforts Benefitting Big Cat Populations
Deadline: 3 October 2018 The National Geographic Society is seeking proposals for "Big Cats Conservation Initiative" to advance conservation efforts benefitting big cat populations, protecting and restoring them and their habitats via field-based, action-oriented, direct, and quantifiable strategic … [Read more...] about National Geographic’s Big Cats Initiative: Advancing Conservation Efforts Benefitting Big Cat Populations
National Geographic Society: Seeking Proposals to Support Participatory Science
Deadline: 3 October 2018 National Geographic Society is seeking proposals to support Participatory Science through the development or innovative use of data-driven, technology-powered tools that will increase the understanding, preservation, and protection of our planet. Applicants should design … [Read more...] about National Geographic Society: Seeking Proposals to Support Participatory Science
National Geographic Society: Inviting Applications for Early Career Grant
Deadline: 3 October 2018 The National Geographic Society is inviting applications for its Early Career Grant which is designed to offer less experienced individuals an opportunity to lead a project. The National Geographic Society is currently offering Explorers a variety of funding opportunities … [Read more...] about National Geographic Society: Inviting Applications for Early Career Grant
BASF Call for Proposals: Inaugural Newtrition Health Innovation Challenge
Deadline: 14 September 2018 Newtrition®, BASF’s human nutrition brand is currently inviting innovators and entrepreneurs worldwide to participate in the first-ever Newtrition Health Innovation Challenge, co-hosted by Newtrition and BASF Venture Capital (BVC). The challenge is an opportunity for … [Read more...] about BASF Call for Proposals: Inaugural Newtrition Health Innovation Challenge
Apply for African Climate Change and Environmental Reporting Awards 2018!
Deadline: 5 August 2018 Are you a passionate journalist in Africa excited about the health of the planet, future generations and the global discourses around low-carbon, climate resilient green economic development pathways? Have you been following international and local conversations on the … [Read more...] about Apply for African Climate Change and Environmental Reporting Awards 2018!
Apply for PlanetRomeo Foundation’s Grants for Emerging LGBTI Projects!
Deadline: 1 October 2018 PlanetRomeo Foundation is seeking applications to provide funding up to € 5,000 to grassroots emerging LGBTI projects and initiatives, with a focus on achieving societal change in order to improve the position of LGBTI people throughout the world, with an emphasis on the … [Read more...] about Apply for PlanetRomeo Foundation’s Grants for Emerging LGBTI Projects!
Nominations Open for 2019 Grinnell College Innovator for Social Justice Prize!
Deadline: 8 October 2018 Grinnell College is accepting nominations from across the globe for the 2019 Grinnell College Innovator for Social Justice Prize that awards annually to individuals who show creativity, commitment, and extraordinary accomplishment in effecting positive social … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2019 Grinnell College Innovator for Social Justice Prize!
Citypreneurs: Seeking Applications for Urban Innovation Challenge
Deadline: 15 August 2018 Citypreneurs is seeking applications for its "Urban Innovation Challenge" which consists of two main components: a startup competition that works in close collaboration with city governments to solve urban problems as defined by the United Nations' Sustainable Development … [Read more...] about Citypreneurs: Seeking Applications for Urban Innovation Challenge
Call for Proposals: Innovation in Addressing Gender-Based Violence
Deadline: 5 September 2018 The World Bank Group and the Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) has announced a new open call for awards recognizing promising innovations aimed at preventing and responding to gender-based violence. SVRI and the World Bank Group will disburse more than US$1 … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Innovation in Addressing Gender-Based Violence
Apply Now for GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security!
Deadline: 27 September 2018 The Geneva Centre for Security Policy (GCSP) and its Geopolitics and Global Futures Programme, under the umbrella of its Creativity and Innovation Initiative, is seeking applications for its Prize for Innovation in Global Security in order to recognize deserving … [Read more...] about Apply Now for GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security!
Humanitarian Aid Program: Supporting Humanitarian Causes Worldwide
Deadline: 1 September 2018 The International Society of Transport Aircraft Trading Foundation (ISTAT Foundation) is seeking applications for Humanitarian Aid Program to support humanitarian causes that are designed to help save lives, promote human welfare and alleviate suffering. The focus is on … [Read more...] about Humanitarian Aid Program: Supporting Humanitarian Causes Worldwide
Call for Applications: Camargo Foundation Core Program
Deadline: 17 October 2018 Applications are open for the "Camargo Core Program" which offers time and space in a contemplative environment to think, create, and connect. By supporting groundbreaking research and experimentation, it contributes to the visionary work of artists, scholars and thinkers … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Camargo Foundation Core Program
Applications Open for 2019 Future For Nature Award!
Deadline: 16 September 2018 Are you a young (under 35 years old), talented and inspiring conservationist, committed to protecting species of wild animals and plants by combining passion with action to create concrete results in nature conservation? If yes, then apply for the 2019 Future For Nature … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2019 Future For Nature Award!
Conquer Cancer Foundation: Seeking Proposals for Career Development Award (CDA)
Deadline: 25 September 2018 The Conquer Cancer Foundation (CCF) is seeking proposals for its Career Development Award (CDA) to provide research funding to clinical investigators, who have received their initial faculty appointment, as they work to establish an independent clinical cancer research … [Read more...] about Conquer Cancer Foundation: Seeking Proposals for Career Development Award (CDA)
Applications Open for Core Infrastructure Fund!
Deadline: 1 September 2018 The Open Technology Fund (OTF) is seeking applications for its Core Infrastructure Fund that supports the ‘building block’ technologies, infrastructures, and communities relied upon by digital security and circumvention tools strengthening internet freedom, digital … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Core Infrastructure Fund!
Applications Open for Power Africa’s Young Women in African Power Leadership Residential Training!
Deadline: 22 July 2018 Are you a young African woman engaged in Africa’s energy sector ready to take your career to the next level? Are you interested in increasing your leadership skills, strengthening your professional networks, gaining new career opportunities, and demonstrating a desire to take … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Power Africa’s Young Women in African Power Leadership Residential Training!
Applications Open for Accenture’s HealthTech Innovation Challenge!
Deadline: 1 September 2018 Applications are open for HealthTech Innovation Challenge, a part of Accenture’s broader HealthTech Innovation program which will also include acceleration and venture opportunities, innovation labs and more. The program supports technologies and drive creative solutions … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Accenture’s HealthTech Innovation Challenge!
Call for Proposals: Women and Young People’s Rights, Inclusion and Empowerment
Deadline: 10 August 2018 Wehubit is seeking proposals to increase women and young people’s rights, inclusion and empowerment by means of digital solutions. The general objective of this Call for Proposals is to increase the use and access to digital solutions offering better living conditions in … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Women and Young People’s Rights, Inclusion and Empowerment
Apply for FINNOVATION Fellowship Program for Impact Entrepreneurs!
Deadline: 15 July 2018 The FINNOVATION Lab has announced the FINNOVATION Fellowship Program for impact entrepreneurs. The Fellowship is a nine month incubator and fellowship program to support impact entrepreneurs who: Are hungry to understand the context and causes behind some of the … [Read more...] about Apply for FINNOVATION Fellowship Program for Impact Entrepreneurs!
Applications Open for Internet Freedom Fund!
Deadline: 1 September 2018 The Open Technology Fund (OTF) is currently seeking applications for its Internet Freedom Fund, a primary way to support projects and people working on open and accessible technology-centric projects that promote human rights, internet freedom, open societies, and help … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Internet Freedom Fund!
Her Abilities Award: Honoring the Achievements of Women with Disabilities
Deadline: 30 September 2018 Nominations are now open for the Her Abilities Award which is the first global award honoring the achievements of women with disabilities. Her Abilities was launched by Light for the World to honor women with disabilities who achieved greatness in their life or field of … [Read more...] about Her Abilities Award: Honoring the Achievements of Women with Disabilities
Applications Open for African Union Kwame Nkrumah Awards for Scientific Excellence 2018!
Deadline: 10 November 2018 The African Union Commission is currently inviting applicants for its African Union Kwame Nkrumah Awards for Scientific Excellence (AUKNASE) Continental & Regional Awards 2018. Objectives The objectives of AUKNASE are to: To award and honour outstanding … [Read more...] about Applications Open for African Union Kwame Nkrumah Awards for Scientific Excellence 2018!
Applications Open for IWMF’s Howard G. Buffet Fund for Women Journalists 2018 Round 2!
Deadline: 5 August 2018 International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF) is seeking applications for the 2nd round of its 2018 Howard G. Buffet Fund for Women Journalists to promote the work and advance the role of women in the news media across the globe is critical to transparency and a diversity of … [Read more...] about Applications Open for IWMF’s Howard G. Buffet Fund for Women Journalists 2018 Round 2!
USAID steps-up to support Congolese and Burundian Refugees in Rwanda
USAID has contributed US$6.5 million to the World Food Programme (WFP) in support of Congolese and Burundian refugees in Rwanda to empower WFP to buy locally produced maize grain, beans and fortified blended foods for malnourished children, as well as provide cash-based transfers. WFP will … [Read more...] about USAID steps-up to support Congolese and Burundian Refugees in Rwanda
Nominations Open for UNHCR’s Innovation Award!
Deadline extended till 31st August 2018 Nominations are open for "Innovation Award" to recognize and catalyse creative solutions to improve the lives of refugees, host communities and persons of concern. UNHCR believes innovation is a process of designing, experimenting, and learning and the Award … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for UNHCR’s Innovation Award!
Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund: Addressing the Needs of Species Conservation Initiatives
Deadline: 31 October 2018 Applicants are invited to apply 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 … [Read more...] about Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund: Addressing the Needs of Species Conservation Initiatives
Applications Open for One Young World’s Politician of the Year Award!
Deadline: 15 July 2018 Applications are open for One Young World’s Politician of the Year Award that is an initiative designed to recognise five outstanding politicians under the age of 35, from anywhere in the world, who are using their positions to have a positive impact young people in their … [Read more...] about Applications Open for One Young World’s Politician of the Year Award!
Energy Access Booster: Supporting Entrepreneurs in the Field of Energy Access in Africa
Deadline: 29 July 2018 ENEA Consulting, SEforALL and Acumen have launched the “Energy Access Booster” call for projects to support entrepreneurs in the field of energy access in Africa. Program Topics It concerns projects in the deployment stage focusing on one of the four following topics: … [Read more...] about Energy Access Booster: Supporting Entrepreneurs in the Field of Energy Access in Africa
AmplifyChange Network Grants Round 4: Supporting Multiple Small-to-Medium Sized Civil Society Organisations
Deadline: 31 July 2018 AmplifyChange is currently seeking applications for the 4th round of its Network grants to contribute to the development of stronger and more inclusive movements for Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR). Networks create connections to help like-minded … [Read more...] about AmplifyChange Network Grants Round 4: Supporting Multiple Small-to-Medium Sized Civil Society Organisations
DHHS/NIH: Reducing Stigma to Improve HIV/AIDS Prevention, Treatment and Care in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
Deadline: 1 August 2018 The U.S Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking applications for its program “Reducing Stigma to Improve HIV/AIDS Prevention, Treatment and Care in Low- and Middle-Income Countries”. The overall goals are to understand … [Read more...] about DHHS/NIH: Reducing Stigma to Improve HIV/AIDS Prevention, Treatment and Care in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
African Women’s Development Fund: Call for Proposals for World Aids Day 2018
Deadline: 20 July 2018 The African Women's Development Fund (AWDF) is seeking proposals for its World Aids Day 2018 that offer grants to African women’s organisations and groups to support activities addressing the impact of HIV and AIDS across women’s life cycles. AWDF encourage applications … [Read more...] about African Women’s Development Fund: Call for Proposals for World Aids Day 2018
Nominations Open for the 16th Edition of the UNESCO-Sharjah Prize for Arab Culture!
Deadline: 31 August 2018 The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is seeking nominations for the 16th Edition of its UNESCO-Sharjah Prize for Arab Culture with an aim to encourage the propose qualified candidates who deserve recognition for their literary, … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for the 16th Edition of the UNESCO-Sharjah Prize for Arab Culture!
