Deadline: 6 October 2017 The Obama Foundation is inviting applicants for its Fellowship program to support outstanding civic innovators from around the world in order to amplify the impact of their work and to inspire a wave of civic innovation. The Obama Foundation Fellows will be a diverse set … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Obama Foundation’s Fellowship Program!
Latest Grants and Resources in South Sudan
View the latest grants and resources for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals in South Sudan.
Nominations Open for Caine Prize for African Writing!
Deadline: 31 January 2018 Nominations are open for Caine Prize for African Writing that is a literature prize awarded to an African writer of a short story published in English. The prize was launched in 2000 to encourage and highlight the richness and diversity of African writing by bringing it … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Caine Prize for African Writing!
Entries Open for ACCCRN Storytelling Competition 2017!
Deadline: 30 September 2017 The Asian Cities Climate Change Resilience Network (ACCCRN) in partnership with Thomson Reuters Foundation (TRF) is pleased to announce the ACCCRN Storytelling Competition 2017 that is designed to promote important stories on why and how climate change action should … [Read more...] about Entries Open for ACCCRN Storytelling Competition 2017!
Call for Applications: WHO-AFRO/TDR/EDCTP Small Grants Scheme to Implement Research on Infectious Diseases of Poverty
Deadline: 17 November 2017 The World Health Organization’s (WHO) Regional Office for Africa, the Special Programme for Research and Training in Tropical Diseases (TDR), the European & Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership (EDCTP) have jointly announced applications for Small Grants … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: WHO-AFRO/TDR/EDCTP Small Grants Scheme to Implement Research on Infectious Diseases of Poverty
The Minor Foundation for Major Challenges: Seeking LOIs for Grant Program
Deadline: 6 October 2017 The Minor Foundation for Major Challenges is seeking letter of intents (LOIs) to fund communication projects which mitigate anthropogenic climate change. The board grants support to the projects they believe have the greatest impact on influencing public opinion and … [Read more...] about The Minor Foundation for Major Challenges: Seeking LOIs for Grant Program
Applications Open for Wilson Center’s Fellowship Program!
Deadline: 1 October 2017 Applications are open for Wilson Center's Fellowship Program which aims to unite the world of ideas to the world of policy by supporting pre-eminent scholarship and linking that scholarship to issues of concern to officials in Washington. The Center accepts … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Wilson Center’s Fellowship Program!
Nominations Open for Ashden Awards 2018!
Deadline: 7 November 2017 Nominations are open for Ashden Awards that uncover and reward the most exciting sustainable energy pioneers in the UK and developing world, who are leading the way to a thriving low-carbon future. Benefits Award of up to £20,000 National and international media … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Ashden Awards 2018!
Applications Open for Institut français’ Residency Program!
Deadline: 29 September 2017 The Institut français has launched the 2018 call for applications for its residency program at the Cité internationale des arts / Paris. The program is aimed at foreign artists from all around the world who wish to pursue a research project in Paris during a minimum … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Institut français’ Residency Program!
Call for Applications: Africa-China Reporting Workshop & Fieldwork Project in Johannesburg
Deadline: 29 September 2017 The Africa-China Reporting Project at Wits Journalism is seeking applications from African and Chinese journalists to participate in the Africa-China Reporting Workshop & Fieldwork Project in Johannesburg in November 2017. Themes Industrialisation & … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Africa-China Reporting Workshop & Fieldwork Project in Johannesburg
Souter Charitable Trust: Supporting Projects Engaged in the Relief of Human Suffering
Deadline: 22 September 2017 The Souter Charitable Trust is seeking applications for its program to supports projects engaged in the relief of human suffering in all its aspects in the UK and overseas – especially, but not exclusively, those with a Christian emphasis and ethos. The trust has given … [Read more...] about Souter Charitable Trust: Supporting Projects Engaged in the Relief of Human Suffering
Kawamura Arts and Cultural Foundation: Seeking Applications for Socially Engaged Art Support Grant Program
Deadline: 22 October 2017 The Kawamura Arts and Cultural Foundation is seeking applications for its Socially Engaged Art Support Grant Program that will support Socially Engaged Art projects that will take place in Japan and commit to the community and society; implement activities together with … [Read more...] about Kawamura Arts and Cultural Foundation: Seeking Applications for Socially Engaged Art Support Grant Program
International Volunteer HQ: Inviting Applicants for Wildlife & Conservation Volunteer Abroad Scholarship
Deadline: 13 September 2017 The International Volunteer HQ is inviting applicants for its Wildlife & Conservation Volunteer Abroad Scholarship to support the protection and conservation of our natural environment and species in 20 destinations around the world. This Scholarship is supported by … [Read more...] about International Volunteer HQ: Inviting Applicants for Wildlife & Conservation Volunteer Abroad Scholarship
Virginia Gildersleeve International Fund (VGIF): Seeking LOIs for Single-year Grants
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 … [Read more...] about Virginia Gildersleeve International Fund (VGIF): Seeking LOIs for Single-year Grants
Nominations Open for African Union Kwame Nkrumah Awards for Scientific Excellence!
Deadline: 10 November 2017 The African Union Commission is currently inviting applicants for its African Union Kwame Nkrumah Awards for Scientific Excellence (AUKNASE) Continental Award 2017. Objectives The objectives of AUKNASE are to: Award and honour outstanding African scientists … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for African Union Kwame Nkrumah Awards for Scientific Excellence!
WAAW Foundation: Seeking Applications for STEM Scholarship Program
Deadline: 15 October 2017 The WAAW Foundation is seeking applications for its STEM Scholarship with an aim to support need based African female STEM-focused college education. Goals The overarching goal of this program is to bridge the secondary school to college continuum for STEM and … [Read more...] about WAAW Foundation: Seeking Applications for STEM Scholarship Program
Submit Applications for Swiss Foundation for Solidarity in Tourism’s Grant Program!
Deadline: 24 November 2017 The Swiss Foundation for Solidarity in Tourism (SST) is accepting applications for its grant program. The foundation supports projects or organizations in Switzerland and around the world that : work to improve the economic, cultural or social conditions of the … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Swiss Foundation for Solidarity in Tourism’s Grant Program!
Applications Open for Wildlife Acoustics Scientific Product Grant!
Deadline: 15 November 2017 Wildlife Acoustics is currently inviting applicants for its Scientific Product Grant to support efforts in conservation and environmental stewardship. The programme enables those involved in animal biology, research and conservation to do their best work easily and … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Wildlife Acoustics Scientific Product Grant!
Applications Open for Africa Climate Change Leadership Program!
Deadline: 30 September 2017 Applications are open for Africa Climate Change Leadership Program that seeks to build local climate change leaders who can shape understanding of the extent and severity of climate-related stressors on African economies and ecosystems, and propose solutions on how … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Africa Climate Change Leadership Program!
Application Open for Japan Media Arts Festival!
Deadline: 5 October 2017 Applications are open for Japan Media Arts Festival that is a comprehensive festival of Media Arts (Japanese: Media Geijutsu) that honors outstanding works from a diverse range of media - from animation and comics to media art and games. The festival gives awards in each … [Read more...] about Application Open for Japan Media Arts Festival!
World Economic Forum: Seeking Nominations for Young Global Leader 2019
Deadline: 31 May 2018 The World Economic Forum is seeking nominations for its programme "Young Global Leader". Reflecting the diversity of stakeholders, the Young Global Leaders include leaders from politics, business, civil society, academia, and arts and culture across seven geographic … [Read more...] about World Economic Forum: Seeking Nominations for Young Global Leader 2019
Applications Open for YALI Regional Leadership Center East Africa Program!
Deadline: 11 September 2017 The Young African Leaders Center is currently inviting applicants for its YALI Regional Leadership Center East Africa with an aim to promote three models designed to identify and empower young leaders: the YALI Mandela Washington Fellowship, YALI Network, and the … [Read more...] about Applications Open for YALI Regional Leadership Center East Africa Program!
Submit Nominations for GAPMIL Awards 2017!
Deadline: 11 September 2017 Nominations are open for "Global Alliance for Partnership on Media and Information Literacy (GAPMIL) Awards 2017" that will recognize information/library, media and technology specialists, educators, artists, activists, researchers, policy makers, NGOs, associations and … [Read more...] about Submit Nominations for GAPMIL Awards 2017!
African Women’s Development Fund: Call for Applications for World Aids Day 2017
Deadline: 12 September 2017 The African Women’s Development Fund (AWDF) is seeking applications for its World Aids Day 2017 to offer grants to support activities by African women’s organisations focused on young women’s bodily rights, HIV prevention, and intersections with violence against … [Read more...] about African Women’s Development Fund: Call for Applications for World Aids Day 2017
Submit Your Ideas for the Amplify Reproductive Health Challenge!
Deadline: 17 September 2017 OpenIDEO is seeking ideas from organizations or individuals on how might we provide comprehensive sexual and reproductive health services to girls and women affected by conflict or disaster? Opportunity Areas The challenge is looking for a wide range of solutions … [Read more...] about Submit Your Ideas for the Amplify Reproductive Health Challenge!
Call for Applications: LUIS VALTUEÑA International Humanitarian Photography Competition
Deadline: 10 November 2017 Applications are open for LUIS VALTUEÑA International Humanitarian Photography Competition that is conducted by Doctors of the World–Médicos del Mundo (MdM-Spain). Themes Photographs must be related to any of the following themes: humanitarian action, international … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: LUIS VALTUEÑA International Humanitarian Photography Competition
Applications Open for the 2nd Edition of Innovate for Refugees Competition!
Deadline: 27 November 2017 Applications are open for MITEF Enterprise Forum Pan Arab Innovate for Refugees Competition (IFR Competition) which is designed to attract the best tech-driven solutions addressing the refugee crisis. Launched on World Refugee Day in 2016, the Innovate for Refugees … [Read more...] about Applications Open for the 2nd Edition of Innovate for Refugees Competition!
Getty Foundation: Seeking Applications for Getty Scholar Grants
Deadline: 2 October 2017 The Getty Foundation is seeking applications for its Getty Scholar Grants. The Foundation supports institutions and individuals committed to advancing the greater understanding and preservation of the visual arts in Los Angeles and throughout the world. Benefits … [Read more...] about Getty Foundation: Seeking Applications for Getty Scholar Grants
Apply for Auckland Zoo Conservation Fund Small Grants Programme!
Deadline: 1 October 2017 Applications are open for the Auckland Zoo Conservation Fund Small Grants Programme that exists to help provide relatively small levels of funding for ongoing projects or pilot programmes with clear conservation value. Focus Project Project applications will score … [Read more...] about Apply for Auckland Zoo Conservation Fund Small Grants Programme!
Universities Canada Call for Proposals: Queen Elizabeth Scholarships 2017 Competition
Deadline: 18 October 2017 Applications are open for Canadian Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Scholarships program (QES) that has been created to improve global talent exchange between Canada and other nations. The program aims to develop the next generation of innovative leaders and … [Read more...] about Universities Canada Call for Proposals: Queen Elizabeth Scholarships 2017 Competition
World Bank Group Youth Summit 2017: Technology and Innovation for Impact
Deadline: 10 October 2017 Do you have an idea that has the potential to solve a problem or need by taking advantage of the transformative potential of the digital revolution and the technological advances of our times? Does your idea positively impact your community, your country, and/or society at … [Read more...] about World Bank Group Youth Summit 2017: Technology and Innovation for Impact
Nominations Open for Young Gender Justice Activists Program!
Deadline: 30 August 2017 The Institute for Justice and Reconciliation (IJR) is currently inviting applicants for its Young Gender Justice Activists program on the theme “Achieving Gender Justice & Reconciliation” to recognise the contribution of young people across the continent. IJR … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Young Gender Justice Activists Program!
African Development Bank: Inviting Applicants for Young Professionals Program
Deadline: 11 September 2017 Do you have passion and commitment to development of Africa? Do you have outstanding academic and professional achievements? Are you committed to engage in crucial issues in Africa’s development? Do you wish to make a difference, be part of something bigger than yourself … [Read more...] about African Development Bank: Inviting Applicants for Young Professionals Program
Applications Open for Alan R. and Barbara D. Finberg Fellowship!
Deadline: 6 October 2017 Applications are open for Alan R. and Barbara D. Finberg Fellowship that is established in memory of Alan R. and Barbara D. Finberg, early supporters of Human Rights Watch (“HRW”). This fellowship is open to recent graduates (at the Master's level) in the fields of law, … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Alan R. and Barbara D. Finberg Fellowship!
Applications Open for Swiss Foundation for Solidarity in Tourism’s Grant Program!
Deadline: 1 September 2017 The Swiss Foundation for Solidarity in Tourism (SST) is accepting applications for its grant program. The foundation supports projects or organizations in Switzerland and around the world that: To improve the economic, cultural or social conditions of the … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Swiss Foundation for Solidarity in Tourism’s Grant Program!
African World Heritage Fund: Seeking Proposals for Conservation Grants
Deadline: 29 September 2017 The African World Heritage Fund (AWHF) is seeking proposals for its Conservation Grants to provide grants to African State Parties to implement projects and activities which focus on improving the State of Conservation of World Heritage properties. The African World … [Read more...] about African World Heritage Fund: Seeking Proposals for Conservation Grants
A List of Open Funding Opportunities for Asian Countries!
The Prince Claus Fund: First Aid to Documentary Heritage under Threat Deadline: 31 December 2017 The Prince Claus Fund, through its Cultural Emergency Response programme (CER), and the Whiting Foundation, is seeking proposals for projects in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean to … [Read more...] about A List of Open Funding Opportunities for Asian Countries!
Ecologists in Africa Grant Program: Developing Skills & Knowledge for Innovative Ecological Research
Deadline: 11 September 2017 The British Ecological Society (BES) is currently inviting applicants for its Ecologists in Africa Grant Program to carry out innovative ecological research. The grant is designed to develop their skills, experience and knowledge base as well as making connections with … [Read more...] about Ecologists in Africa Grant Program: Developing Skills & Knowledge for Innovative Ecological Research
Apply for Euromena Awards: Celebrating the Richness and Strength of African Innovation!
Deadline: 22 October 2017 Euromena Consulting is currently accepting applications for its Euromena Awards with an aim to discover and show the world the talents and capacity for innovation in Africa. The Awards are an opportunity to celebrate the richness and strength of African innovation. The … [Read more...] about Apply for Euromena Awards: Celebrating the Richness and Strength of African Innovation!
Applications Open for Next Einstein Forum (NEF) Ambassadors Programme!
Deadline: 3 September 2017 Applicants are invited to apply for the Next Einstein Forum (NEF) Ambassadors Programme to build a targeted team of 54 young Ambassadors, one from each African country. NEF Ambassadors, who are all under 42 years, drive the NEF’s local public engagement activities while … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Next Einstein Forum (NEF) Ambassadors Programme!
OECD: 17th International Economic Forum on Africa 2017
Deadline: 4 September 2017 Are you a young entrepreneur? Do you reside in Africa? Here's your chance to participate in the 2017 International Economic Forum on Africa 2017! The 2017 International African Economic Forum will be held in Paris on October 4th 2017, gathering OECD officials and African … [Read more...] about OECD: 17th International Economic Forum on Africa 2017
Applications Open for 7th Edition of Norbert Zongo Investigative Journalism Award!
Deadline: 30 August 2017 The Norbert Zongo Investigative Prize is an award of excellence to reward the best works of investigative journalism. The Prize is opened to all the professional journalists of Africa regularly employed in press or collaborating with African press. Works must be published … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 7th Edition of Norbert Zongo Investigative Journalism Award!
CODESRIA: Applications Open for Meaning-making Research Initiatives (MRI)
Deadline: 31 August 2017 The Council for the Development of Social Science Research in Africa (CODESRIA) is currently seeking applications for its Meaning-making Research Initiatives (MRI) to support research that contributes to agendas for imagining, planning and creating African futures. MRI … [Read more...] about CODESRIA: Applications Open for Meaning-making Research Initiatives (MRI)
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!
Africa Energy Prize: Tackling the African Continent’s Energy Challenges
Deadline: 1 December 2017 Seedstars & Enel has announced partnership to create the Africa Energy Prize. Partnering with Enel will give Seedstars a unique opportunity to reward tech startups striving to tackle the African continent’s energy challenges. This challenge is surmountable and the … [Read more...] about Africa Energy Prize: Tackling the African Continent’s Energy Challenges
Apply 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 Apply for 2nd Annual Africa Youth in Agribusiness Day Challenge 2017
Applications Open for Peace Revolution’s 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 Applications Open for Peace Revolution’s African Youth Amani Fellowship III!
The Africa Art Box Award: Supporting System for Digital Creation
Deadline: 30 September 2017 Applications are open for “The Africa Art Box Award” which is a support system for digital creation and offers award-winning artists the opportunity to realize their creative project in an international, collaborative space and surrounded by an experienced and … [Read more...] about The Africa Art Box Award: Supporting System for Digital Creation
EDCTP Call for Proposals: Career Development Fellowships
Deadline: 21 November 2017 The European and Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership (EDCTP) is currently inviting applicants for its Career Development Fellowships to provide funding to actions that aim to support junior to mid-career researchers (‘fellows’) to train and develop their … [Read more...] about EDCTP Call for Proposals: Career Development Fellowships
Palliative Care Development in Africa: Seeking Applications for Small Grants Programme
Deadline: 1 September 2017 The Trustees of the True Colours Trust have set aside funds towards a small grants programme for hospices and palliative care providers across Africa to support the development of palliative care. Applications and approved grants are administered by the African … [Read more...] about Palliative Care Development in Africa: Seeking Applications for Small Grants Programme
EDCTP Call for Proposals: Ethics and Regulatory Capacities Programme
Deadline: 21 November 2017 The European and Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership (EDCTP) is currently inviting applications for its Ethics and Regulatory Capacities Programme in order to provide funding to actions that aim to support sub-Saharan African countries to establish and … [Read more...] about EDCTP Call for Proposals: Ethics and Regulatory Capacities Programme
