Latest Grants and Resources in Uganda

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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

Applications Open for WAZIHUB IoT Prototyping Competition

Deadline: 15 May 2020 Are you an entrepreneur in the field of IoT? A maker in your soul? Are you keen to learn new things and bring your idea to life? WAZIHUB IoT prototyping competition is for you! The WAZIHUB project, funded by the EU, aims at enabling startups and entrepreneurs to innovate … [Read more...] about Applications Open for WAZIHUB IoT Prototyping Competition

Goethe-Zentrum Kampala/ UGCS offering Funding for Projects in the field of Art and Culture – Uganda

Deadline: 31 July 2020 The Goethe-Zentrum Kampala/ UGCS is offering funding for locally based projects in the different fields of art and culture. This call for projects targets the following disciplines: Visual Arts Performance Art Photography Fashion Design Digital Arts … [Read more...] about Goethe-Zentrum Kampala/ UGCS offering Funding for Projects in the field of Art and Culture – Uganda

U.S. Embassy in Uganda seeking Applications for 2020 Health-Based Journalism Training

Deadline: 28 May 2020 The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Mission in Uganda announces an open competition for media training organizations interested in submitting applications for a grant to implement and manage training of both print and broadcast mid-level journalists on how to effectively … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Uganda seeking Applications for 2020 Health-Based Journalism Training

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

Research4Life Massive Open Online Course on Global Access to Research in Health, Food and Agriculture, Environment, Innovation and Law

Deadline: 31 May 2020 The United Nations Technology Bank for Least Developed Countries (UNTB) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) have announced a new partnership to support the delivery of online training activities for the 47 least-developed countries to … [Read more...] about Research4Life Massive Open Online Course on Global Access to Research in Health, Food and Agriculture, Environment, Innovation and Law

Call for Proposals: Insight into the Relationship between COVID 19 and Power Systems

Deadline: 15 May 2020 The Applied Research Programme on Energy and Economic Growth (EEG) is inviting research proposals to explore the interdependencies between the resilience of populations and the resilience of power systems to large scale health crises such as COVID 19 and through that to … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Insight into the Relationship between COVID 19 and Power Systems

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

IsDB-TWAS Joint Research & Technology Transfer Grant 2020: Quick-Response Research on COVID-19

Deadline: 4 June 2020 The COVID-19 pandemic is a global crisis, affecting human health as well as economies and societies worldwide. TWAS and the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) are offering a competitive grant for research collaboration. The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) and TWAS have … [Read more...] about IsDB-TWAS Joint Research & Technology Transfer Grant 2020: Quick-Response Research on COVID-19

GEF seeking Applications for Inclusive Conservation Initiative (ICI)

Deadline: 31 May 2020 Applications are now open for the Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities organizations to submit Expressions of Interest to join the Inclusive Conservation Initiative (ICI). The Inclusive Conservation Initiative is a pilot initiative of the Global Environment Facility … [Read more...] about GEF seeking Applications for Inclusive Conservation Initiative (ICI)

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

ARASA seeking Applications for 5 Week Online Course on “SOGIE”

Deadline: 15 May 2020 The AIDS and Rights Alliance for Southern Africa (ARASA) has announced a call for applications for 5 Week Online "Advocacy And Monitoring Of Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity And Expression (SOGIE)" Course. This online course will introduce participants to … [Read more...] about ARASA seeking Applications for 5 Week Online Course on “SOGIE”

Entries Open for the Green Prize for Sustainable Africa – 2020

Deadline: 31 July 2020 Climate Change - Africa Opportunities (CCAO) and its partners are looking for approaches, startups and local initiatives from young green entrepreneurs, women and indigenous communities carrying knowledge (traditional and or modern), new ideas and offering initiatives and … [Read more...] about Entries Open for the Green Prize for Sustainable Africa – 2020

Wellcome Trust accepting Applications for Investigator Awards in Science

Deadline: 16 July 2020 The Wellcome Trust is seeking applications for its Investigator Awards in Science to enable independent researchers with a compelling research vision to tackle the most important questions in science. Benefits Investigator Awards provide flexible funding of up to … [Read more...] about Wellcome Trust accepting Applications for Investigator Awards in Science

Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs announces Telecommunications Training Program 2020

Deadline: 12 June 2020 The United States Department of State’s Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs (EB) announces a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to conduct a series of training engagements and workshops on Information and Communications Technology (ICT) policy, Internet and … [Read more...] about Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs announces Telecommunications Training Program 2020

ICYF seeking Applications for “In Solidarity Against Covid-19” Ideation Challenge

Deadline: 10 May 2020 Islamic Cooperation Youth Forum (ICYF) and Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) have launched “In Solidarity Against Covid-19” Ideation Challenge. With the emergence of the Novel Coronavirus, the world is going through a tough time creating new challenges for all. Everyone … [Read more...] about ICYF seeking Applications for “In Solidarity Against Covid-19” Ideation Challenge

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

National Geographic Society inviting Applications for Big Cats Conservation Initiative (BCI)

Deadline: 22 July 2020 The National Geographic Society is seeking applications for the “Big Cats Conservation Initiative (BCI)” to advance conservation efforts benefiting big cat populations, protecting and restoring them and their habitats via field-based, action-oriented, direct, and … [Read more...] about National Geographic Society inviting Applications for Big Cats Conservation Initiative (BCI)

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)

WSSCC launches Pilot Small Grant for Civil Society Strengthening, Accountability and Voice on Sanitation and Hygiene

Deadline: 10 May 2020 The Water Supply and Sanitation Collaborative Council (WSSCC) is very excited to announce the launch of a new pilot small grant for Civil Society Strengthening, Accountability and Voice. The WSSCC Civil Society Strengthening, Accountability and Voices small grants are … [Read more...] about WSSCC launches Pilot Small Grant for Civil Society Strengthening, Accountability and Voice on Sanitation and Hygiene

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

WTO inviting Candidates for 2021 Young Professionals Programme

Deadline: 29 May 2020 The World Trade Organization (WTO) has issued a call for candidates for the 2021 Young Professionals Programme (YPP). Candidates up to the age of 32, as of 1 January 2021, from eligible developing and least-developed countries are invited to submit their application. The … [Read more...] about WTO inviting Candidates for 2021 Young Professionals Programme

Apply Now for Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships

Deadline: 4 May 2020 Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships are offered for citizens of certain developing Commonwealth countries. These scholarships are funded by the UK Department for International Development (DFID), with the aim of contributing to the UK’s international development aims … [Read more...] about Apply Now for Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships

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

Call for Proposals: Inter-Agency Community Outreach and Communications Fund on Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA)

Deadline: 15 May 2020 UNHCR and International Council of Voluntary Agencie (ICVA) have jointly launched the Inter-Agency Community Outreach and Communications Fund on Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA). The Inter-Agency Community Outreach and Communications Fund on Protection … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Inter-Agency Community Outreach and Communications Fund on Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA)

Submit Applications for Google Africa Developer Scholarship 2020

Deadline: 13 May 2020 Grow with Google, Andela and Pluralsight have partnered to provide a new program to support software developers in Africa on Android, Google Cloud and Mobile Web skills development tracks. The aim of this program is to continuously engage with aspiring and existing … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Google Africa Developer Scholarship 2020

Future Leaders – African Independent Research (FLAIR) Fellowships

Deadline: 27 May 2020 The African Academy of Sciences and the Royal Society have partnered to deliver a postdoctoral fellowship programme supported by the Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF): Future Leaders – African Independent Research (FLAIR) Fellowships. The FLAIR Fellowships Programme … [Read more...] about Future Leaders – African Independent Research (FLAIR) Fellowships

Basel and Stockholm Conventions’ Regional Centre Small Grants Programme on Plastic Waste

Deadline: 15 July 2020 A series of projects on plastic waste will be undertaken under the Basel and Stockholm Conventions’ Regional Centre Small Grants Programme (SGP) - in short ‘SGP on plastic waste’. Funded by the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (Norad), these projects will be … [Read more...] about Basel and Stockholm Conventions’ Regional Centre Small Grants Programme on Plastic Waste

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

GSMA Innovation Fund for Mobile Internet Adoption and Digital Inclusion

Deadline: 22 May 2020 Are you a start-up or SME in Sub-Saharan Africa or Asia? Are you helping people get online for the first time using mobile internet? If yes, then apply now for GSMA Innovation Fund for Mobile Internet Adoption and Digital Inclusion. The GSMA Innovation Fund for Mobile … [Read more...] about GSMA Innovation Fund for Mobile Internet Adoption and Digital Inclusion

PEDL launches Special ERG Call on the Economic Impacts of Coronavirus

Deadline: 1 June 2020 Private Enterprise Development in Low-Income Countries (PEDL) is inviting applications to this special Exploratory Research Grant (ERG) call for projects addressing the economic impacts of coronavirus. These impacts are already being severely felt across the world and for … [Read more...] about PEDL launches Special ERG Call on the Economic Impacts of Coronavirus

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

Request for EOIs to Conduct Desk Research on Women, Peace and Justice in the Great Lakes Region

Deadline: 4 May 2020 The Women’s International Peace Centre (The Peace Centre) is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOIs) and Quotations to Conduct Desk Research on Women, Peace and Justice in the Great Lakes Region. Women’s International Peace Centre (The Peace Centre) formerly Isis-Women’s … [Read more...] about Request for EOIs to Conduct Desk Research on Women, Peace and Justice in the Great Lakes Region

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

UN Women inviting Women Led Civil Society/Media Organizations or Local NGOs in Uganda

Deadline: 4 May 2020 UN Women Uganda with financial support from the EU-UN Spotlight Initiative and the Government of Sweden is seeking Proposals from women-led Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and Local Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) with experience in strategic engagement of the mass … [Read more...] about UN Women inviting Women Led Civil Society/Media Organizations or Local NGOs in Uganda

Applications Open for 2020 Patrice L. Engle Dissertation Grant for Global Early Child Development

Deadline: 30 June 2020 Applications are currently being accepted for the 2020 Patrice L. Engle Dissertation Grant for Global Early Child Development. The Patrice L. Engle Dissertation Grant provides support for junior students interested in a career in global early child development who are … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2020 Patrice L. Engle Dissertation Grant for Global Early Child Development

Apply Now for MIT’s Africa Takes on COVID-19 Challenge

Deadline: 28 April 2020 The Africa Takes on COVID-19 Challenge event is the third in a series of virtual hackathons. Over the course of two days, multi-disciplinary teams will collaborate to develop innovative solutions that can help address the COVID-19 crisis. MIT is rallying the innovation … [Read more...] about Apply Now for MIT’s Africa Takes on COVID-19 Challenge

G²LM|LIC launches Special Call of Interests for Research on COVID-19 in Low-Income Countries

Deadline: 3 May 2020 The current COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a global crisis with short- and long-term implications for health, the economy, and social relations. The negative impacts of the crisis are expected to be more pronounced in developing countries. Therefore, there is an urgent … [Read more...] about G²LM|LIC launches Special Call of Interests for Research on COVID-19 in Low-Income Countries

PFAN Call for Climate or Clean Energy Projects

Deadline: 1 November 2020 Are you looking for funding for your climate or clean energy project or to scale up your existing business? PFAN accepts applications for projects in low- and middle-income countries in Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, Pacific Islands, Eastern Europe and … [Read more...] about PFAN Call for Climate or Clean Energy Projects

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