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...]
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 EU Prize for Cultural Heritage and Europa Nostra Awards!
September 21, 2017 By
Deadline: 1 October 2017 Nominations are open for both "EU Prize for Cultural Heritage" and "Europa Nostra Awards" to identify and promote best practices in the conservation of tangible and intangible cultural heritage, to stimulate the trans-frontier exchanges of knowledge and experience throughout Europe, to enhance public awareness and appreciation of Europe's cultural heritage, and to encourage further excellent initiatives through the power of example. Categories ( for both the … [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...]
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...]
Applications Open for EU Prize for Women Innovators 2018!
September 18, 2017 By
Deadline: 15 November 2017 The European Commission is seeking applications for the fifth edition of its EU Prize for Women Innovators to award women entrepreneurs who have achieved outstanding innovations and brought them to market. Prize Information Four cash prizes will be awarded to the most innovative women entrepreneurs: First Prize: €100 000 Second Prize: €50 000 Third Prize: €30 000 Rising Innovator: €20 000 Prize Criteria The originality and marketability of … [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...]
Applications Open for Yves Rocher Foundation’s Women of the Earth Award!
September 18, 2017 By
Deadline: 30 September 2017 Are you committed to protecting the environment? Become a candidate! The Yves Rocher Foundation, under the aegis of the Institut de France (hereinafter referred to as “the Yves Rocher Foundation”), has announced a competition entitled “Women of the Earth Award” (hereinafter “the Earth Award Women”). This competition is intended to support financially exemplary actions by women in favor of the environment. Prize Information Three local grants are awarded each … [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...]
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...]
Thomson Reuters’ Photojournalism Grants: Developing the Next Generation of Photojournalists
September 15, 2017 By
Deadline: 10 November 2017 Thomson Reuters is seeking applications for its Photojournalism grants program to develop a diverse new generation of photojournalists to tell original human stories from around the world. Reuters Pictures is offering up to eight $5,000 USD grants to passionate photojournalists or students of photojournalism who are interested in working on photo assignments and projects to advance their abilities and tell new stories. The photojournalism grants are being launched … [Read more...]
Mohamed Dekkak: Inviting Applicants for Peace & Tolerance Scholarship Award
September 15, 2017 By
Deadline: 31 December 2017 Mohamed Dekkak, a Moroccan businessman, investor, art collector, cultural even promoter and philanthropist; is inviting applicants for its Peace & Tolerance Scholarship Award . A Moroccan expat, he is best known as the Chairman and Founder of Adgeco Group of Companies. Mohamed Dekkak has been overseas for an extended period. He is a business professional and a successful Moroccon entrepreneur with high academic & business qualifications; Mohamed Dekkak … [Read more...]
Applications Open for Frame’s Travel Grant for Foreign Art Experts for Travelling to Finland!
September 15, 2017 By
Deadline: 31 October 2017 Frame is seeking applications for its Travel Grant for Foreign Art Experts for Travelling to Finland to promote the international mobility and networking of art experts in order to promote the opportunities of Finnish art and artists for international interaction and the exhibition of Finnish art internationally. The purpose of grants awarded by Frame is based on the strategy of the Finnish Ministry of Education and Culture and Frame’s own strategy. Frame is an … [Read more...]
EqUIP Call for Proposals: Supporting Research on Sustainability, Equity, Wellbeing and Cultural Connections
September 14, 2017 By
Deadline: 30 November 2017 The EU-India Platform for Social Sciences and Humanities (EqUIP) is pleased to announce its first research funding call with an aim to bring together a number of social science and humanities funders in India and Europe to support excellent and innovative research on sustainability, equity, well-being and cultural connections. Research proposals should focus on societal challenges facing both India and the respective European countries, with suggested themes … [Read more...]
Apply for 4th DNI Innovation Fund: Supporting Innovation in Digital News Journalism!
September 14, 2017 By
Deadline: 12 October 2017 Applications are open for the fourth round of its Digital News Initiative (DNI) Innovation Fund in order to support innovation in digital news journalism. Funding Tracks Prototype Projects: This funding track is open to organisations, individuals, and those organisations comprised of just one individual for projects requiring up to €50k of funding. The projects should be very early stage with ideas that have not been designed or their assumptions tested. Up to … [Read more...]
Nominations Open for Canada Gairdner Awards!
September 13, 2017 By
Deadline: 1 October 2017 Nominations are open for Canada Gairdner Awards that recognize the world’s most creative and accomplished biomedical scientists who are advancing humanity and the world. The awards Sponsored by the Canada foundation that was establish in 957 with the main goal of recognizing and rewarding international excellence in fundamental research impacting human health. The Gairdner Foundation is committed to increasing the diversity and gender equity of Gairdner awards. More … [Read more...]
Japan Foundation: Seeking Proposals for Performing Arts Japan Programme for Europe (PAJ Europe)
September 13, 2017 By
Deadline: 31 October 2017 The Japan Foundation is currently accepting proposals for its Performing Arts Japan Programme for Europe (PAJ Europe) that will take place from 1st April 2018 and 30th June 2019. Objectives To support the effective introduction of carefully selected Japanese performing arts projects that have a plan for an even geographic coverage across Europe. To assist well-envisioned Europe-Japan collaborative projects through the creational phases of new To encourage … [Read more...]
Embassy of Switzerland in Abuja: Inviting Applicants for Small-Scale Development Projects in Nigeria
September 13, 2017 By
Deadline: 31 October 2017 The Embassy of Switzerland in Abuja is currently inviting applicants from NGOs, organisations, groups and institutes for its Small-Scale Development Projects in Nigeria in order to assist local initiatives of groups or of organisations whose works contribute to the country`s overall economic progress. Dynamic actors of the civil society, especially women and minority representatives, are thus helped in their efforts to generate sustainable reforms and overall … [Read more...]
