Deadline: 18 December 2019 Burning Man is accepting Letters of Intent (LOIs) for its 2020 Global Art Grant. Burning Man has a long and rich history of granting seed money to new and emerging artists around the world. This program funds highly interactive, community-driven works of art that prioritize community involvement in their development, execution and display. Values of the Global Art Grant Program: Cultural Experience: The Mission of Burning Man Project is to facilitate and … [Read more...] about 2020 Global Art Grant is now open for Applications
Front Line Defenders seeking Nominations for 2020 Front Line Defenders Award for Human Rights Defenders at Risk
Deadline: 6 January 2020 Nominations are now open for 2020 Front Line Defenders Award for Human Rights Defenders at Risk. The annual Front Line Defenders Award was established in 2005 to honour the work of HRDs who are courageously making outstanding contributions to the promotion and protection of the human rights of others, at great personal risk to themselves. The Award focuses national and international attention on the HRDs work, providing them with a greater national and … [Read more...] about Front Line Defenders seeking Nominations for 2020 Front Line Defenders Award for Human Rights Defenders at Risk
UNV Innovation Challenge Fund – Modelling the Economic and Social Contributions of Volunteers to the SDGs
Deadline: 16 December 2019 UNV is establishing an opportunity for qualified individuals or institutions to develop and showcase approaches to modelling the economic and/or social contributions of volunteer work that governments and policy-makers may consider and apply in the context of the SDGs. Applicants participate in this Innovation Challenge and share their ideas on measuring the economic and social contributions of volunteer work. UNV is based in Bonn, Germany, with around 150 … [Read more...] about UNV Innovation Challenge Fund – Modelling the Economic and Social Contributions of Volunteers to the SDGs
SDGs & Her Competition for Women-led Micro and Small Enterprises
Deadline: 10 January 2020 The World Bank Group in partnership with Wharton School's Zicklin Center for Business Ethics Research, UN Development Programme (UNDP) and UN Women has announced SDGs & Her Competition which is an online competition for women entrepreneurs to showcase how they are supporting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through their business operations. The objectives of the initiative are to: Recognize women implementing the Sustainable Development Goals … [Read more...] about SDGs & Her Competition for Women-led Micro and Small Enterprises
Submit Your Applications for Culture and Animals Foundation’s Grant Program
Deadline: 31 January 2020 The Culture and Animals Foundation (CAF) is accepting applications for its grant program. CAF is an all-volunteer-run, non-profit organization whose mission is to support artists and scholars in advancing their understanding of and commitment to animals. The Culture & Animals Foundation aims to advance animal advocacy through intellectual and artistic expression. Grant Categories The Foundation funds academic and artistic projects that raise public … [Read more...] about Submit Your Applications for Culture and Animals Foundation’s Grant Program
An Opportunity for Leaders working on Climate Change and Sustainability Engagement in NGOs
Deadline 24 January 2020 Are you curious and part of an NGO covering sustainability and climate topics? Are you looking for new and insightful approaches to boost the impact of your work and accelerate change in sustainable behaviours that really matter? If yes, then apply for the Second Round of "The Academy of Change". Humanity is facing unprecedented challenges due to the effects of climate change that are already being felt around the world. To meet emission targets set by governments, … [Read more...] about An Opportunity for Leaders working on Climate Change and Sustainability Engagement in NGOs
European Commission’s 2019 Global Call for Proposals for Democracy and Human Rights
Deadline: 9 January 2020 The European Commission (EC) is seeking proposals for its program entitled "European Instrument for Democracy and Human Rights (EIDHR)" to support NGOs in the protection and promotion of democracy, human rights and fundamental freedoms worldwide. Lots This call for proposals has three lots: Lot 1 – BUSINESS AND HUMAN RIGHTS The EU has a strong interest to improve implementation of the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs) worldwide … [Read more...] about European Commission’s 2019 Global Call for Proposals for Democracy and Human Rights
Submit Your Applications for 2020 Emerging Leaders International Fellows Program
Deadline: 20 January 2020 Applications are now open for 2020 Emerging Leaders International Fellows Program. The Fellowship program will provide leadership training through seminars with Third-sector practitioners, research based on best practices, and the application of a comparative framework. Fellows are based at The Graduate Center of The City University of New York (CUNY), where participants will attend weekly seminars, explore work of key agencies and foundations, meet with … [Read more...] about Submit Your Applications for 2020 Emerging Leaders International Fellows Program
Scientific Product Grants Program to support Efforts in Conservation and Environmental Stewardship
Deadline: 15 February 2020 Wildlife Acoustics is accepting applications for its Scientific Product Grants Program to support efforts in conservation and environmental stewardship. The program enables those involved in animal biology, research and conservation to do their best work easily and quickly. Wildlife Acoustics has established a grant program to support bioacoustics research efforts from chiropteran, avian, terrestrial, amphibious and marine wildlife, to everything else in … [Read more...] about Scientific Product Grants Program to support Efforts in Conservation and Environmental Stewardship
GlobalGiving Accelerator: A Crowdfunding Campaign for Registered Nonprofit Organizations
Deadline: 24 January 2020 GlobalGiving is seeking applications from nonprofit organizations for its 2020 Giving Season Accelerator in order to build skills, access tools, and grow their base of supporters to achieve crowdfunding success. GlobalGiving is the largest global crowdfunding community connecting nonprofits, donors, and companies in nearly every country. They help nonprofits from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe (and hundreds of places in between) access the tools, training, and support … [Read more...] about GlobalGiving Accelerator: A Crowdfunding Campaign for Registered Nonprofit Organizations
UN Voluntary Trust Fund for NGOs which Provide Tangible Support to Victims of Human Trafficking
Deadline: Various For Sub-programme 1: 15 December 2019 For Sub-programme 2: 20 January 2020 The UN Voluntary Trust Fund for Victims of Trafficking in Persons has launched the fourth Call for Proposals to provide funding under two sub-programmes: Sub-programme 1 (SB1): Immediate and Essential Direct Assistance for Vulnerable Victims of Trafficking in Persons Sub-programme 2 (SB2): Medium-Term Direct Assistance for Vulnerable Victims of Trafficking in Persons Objectives … [Read more...] about UN Voluntary Trust Fund for NGOs which Provide Tangible Support to Victims of Human Trafficking
2020 UNHCR Nansen Refugee Award to Protect Refugees and Stateless People
Deadline: 9 February 2020 Nominations are now open for the 2020 UNHCR Nansen Refugee Award to honour individuals, groups and organizations who go above and beyond the call of duty to protect refugees, displaced and stateless people. Award Information The winner receives USD 150,000 to invest in their humanitarian work. Four regional winners are also selected and honoured with a certificate. Eligibility Criteria Any individual, group of people or organization that has displayed … [Read more...] about 2020 UNHCR Nansen Refugee Award to Protect Refugees and Stateless People
Schneider Go Green 2020: A Chance to Win A Trip to Las Vegas
Deadlines: 24 January 2020: Greater China 30 January 2020: Middle East & Africa 31 January 2020: Europe 10 February 2020: Greater India 14 February 2020: North America 21 February 2020: South America 20 March 2020: Asia Pacific Entering the 10th anniversary of one of the world's biggest global student competition, called Schneider Go Green. You can register for the 2020 edition now by selecting your region's challenge! Schneider Electric is leading the Digital … [Read more...] about Schneider Go Green 2020: A Chance to Win A Trip to Las Vegas
UAE based Foundation’s $1 million Grant Initiatives for Global Prosperity (Sustainable Development, Trade Innovation, Peacebuilding, Climate Change)
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI), a philanthropic foundation based in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has launched "The Global Maker Challenge", for leading manufacturers, start-ups and entrepreneurs, governments, UN agencies and philanthropists, academia and researchers, to form a community dedicated to spreading global prosperity through the art of ‘making’. The eight UN entities (the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO); the Food and … [Read more...] about UAE based Foundation’s $1 million Grant Initiatives for Global Prosperity (Sustainable Development, Trade Innovation, Peacebuilding, Climate Change)
IWMF’s Kim Wall Memorial Fund offering Grant of $5,000 for Women Journalists
Deadline: 16 December 2019 The International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF) is currently accepting applications for its 2020 Kim Wall Memorial Fund to provide a $5,000 grant to a journalist whose work embodies the spirit of Kim’s reporting. The grant will fund a woman reporter covering subculture, broadly defined, and what Kim liked to call “the undercurrents of rebellion.” Kim wanted more women to be out in the world, brushing up against life, and the Kim Wall Memorial Fund honors this … [Read more...] about IWMF’s Kim Wall Memorial Fund offering Grant of $5,000 for Women Journalists
2020 Innovation for Peace and Justice Challenge is now open for Applications
Deadline: 31 January 2020 Applications are now open for "Innovation for Peace and Justice - How can displaced populations access affordable and quality services that are essential to their safety and wellbeing?" Challenge with an aim to find and support innovative solutions that will connect refugees and forcibly displaced populations with enduring and effective legal, healthcare, and education services. To do so, the Mohammed bin Rashid Initiative for Global Prosperity welcomes … [Read more...] about 2020 Innovation for Peace and Justice Challenge is now open for Applications
Submit Your Applications for 2020 Climate Change Challenge
Deadline: 31 January 2020 Mohammed bin Rashid Initiative for Global Prosperity is seeking applications for its "2020 Climate Change - How can communities move towards a low-carbon circular economy by eliminating waste and utilizing existing resources?" Challenge with an aim to find and support solutions from startups and entrepreneurs around the world that will empower communities, especially those in developing countries, to eliminate waste and use existing resources through low-carbon, … [Read more...] about Submit Your Applications for 2020 Climate Change Challenge
2020 Innovation for Inclusive Trade Challenge inviting Applications from around the World
Deadline: 31 January 2020 Mohammed bin Rashid Initiative for Global Prosperity is seeking applications for its "Innovation for Inclusive Trade - How can rural communities increase their access to new supply chains and markets in order to create better livelihoods for themselves?" Challenge with an aim to find and support solutions that will enable inclusive trade in rural communities. To do so, the Mohammed bin Rashid Initiative for Global Prosperity is seeking applications from … [Read more...] about 2020 Innovation for Inclusive Trade Challenge inviting Applications from around the World
Mohammed bin Rashid Initiative for Global Prosperity launches “Sustainable and Healthy Food for All” Challenge
Deadline: 31 January 2020 Mohammed bin Rashid Initiative for Global Prosperity has launched the "Sustainable and Healthy Food for All - How can urban populations increase access to healthy and sustainable foods, despite rapid urbanization?" Challenge with an aim to find and support innovative solutions that will promote urban access to healthy and sustainable food for all. To do so, the Mohammed bin Rashid Initiative for Global Prosperity is seeking applications from innovators and … [Read more...] about Mohammed bin Rashid Initiative for Global Prosperity launches “Sustainable and Healthy Food for All” Challenge
STEP Travel Grants to support Creative and Critical Artists and Cultural Changemakers
Deadline: 2 December 2019 The European Cultural Foundation (ECF) is seeking applications for its Supporting Travel for Engaged Partnerships (STEP) Travel Grants to support creative and critical artists and cultural changemakers travelling across Europe and its neighbours, to help foster a society with greater solidarity, participation, equality and a stronger sense of social justice. The STEP travel grants funding programme has been initiated and managed by the European Cultural Foundation … [Read more...] about STEP Travel Grants to support Creative and Critical Artists and Cultural Changemakers
