The GEMS4 Enterprise Challenge Fund provides grants to companies to develop innovative products and business models that create jobs and incomes for the poor in Nigeria. The fund is focused on improving business models and technology in the Wholesale and Retail sector, and also encourages service … [Read more...] about GEMS4 Enterprise Challenge Fund: Creating Jobs and Incomes for the Poor in Nigeria
Latest Grants and Resources in United Kingdom
View the latest grants and resources for NGOs, companies, startups and individuals in the United Kingdom.
Business Innovation Facility: Promoting Inclusive Development in Low-Income Countries
The Business Innovation Facility helps the development and uptake of inclusive business models by companies in developing countries. DFID funded the pilot phase of BIF (2010 to 2013) supporting business innovation to promote inclusive development in low-income countries. The project supported … [Read more...] about Business Innovation Facility: Promoting Inclusive Development in Low-Income Countries
LEGEND: Piloting Responsible Land Related Investments
The Department for International Development, under the New Alliance for Food Security and Nutrition has launched a New LEGEND Challenge Fund to pilot innovative approaches to responsible land based investments. The Challenge Fund is part of DFID’s wider LEGEND: Land: Enhancing Governance for … [Read more...] about LEGEND: Piloting Responsible Land Related Investments
UK Aid Direct: DFID’s Central Funding Mechanism for awarding Grants
UK Aid Direct is DFID’s central funding mechanism for awarding grants to small and medium sized UK and International Civil Society Organisations working to reduce poverty overseas. Previously, it was know as Global Poverty Action Fund (GPAF) and was relaunched in 2014 as UK Aid Direct. Sector: … [Read more...] about UK Aid Direct: DFID’s Central Funding Mechanism for awarding Grants
Common Humanitarian Fund for Somalia: Resources for the Most Urgent Needs
The Common Humanitarian Fund for Somalia (CHF) funds national NGOs, international NGOs, and UN humanitarian agencies in Somalia. It targets activities that have been identified as the most urgent and critical humanitarian needs in alignment with the Somalia Humanitarian Response Plan (HRP). The … [Read more...] about Common Humanitarian Fund for Somalia: Resources for the Most Urgent Needs
Behaviour change in low income households (Unilever partnership)
Behaviour change in low income households is a fund that uses market-based approaches to meet low-income household needs in developing countries around water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) and energy. It funds and provides technical and operational support to business and research projects. Focus … [Read more...] about Behaviour change in low income households (Unilever partnership)
TradeMark East Africa Challenge Fund
TradeMark East Africa Challenge Fund (TRAC) is a $7m fund designed to challenge businesses, private sector organisations and civil society organisations from Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Burundi and Rwanda to develop innovative ideas aimed at promoting cross-border trade in East Africa. TRAC is based … [Read more...] about TradeMark East Africa Challenge Fund
Logistics Innovation for Trade: Managing Transport and Logistics in East Africa
DFID's Logistics Innovation for Trade (LIFT) program is designed to develop and test new ideas that reduce the cost and time of transport and logistics in East Africa. It is open to businesses throughout the world that are operating, or will operate, in the East African Community … [Read more...] about Logistics Innovation for Trade: Managing Transport and Logistics in East Africa
Africa Agriculture Development Company: Reducing Poverty and Improving Food Security
Africa Agriculture Development Company (AgDevCo) invest debt and equity in African Agribusinesses to create jobs, improve food security and boost prosperity. It works with a mission to reduce poverty and improve food security. AgDevCo consider investments in primary agriculture or processing for … [Read more...] about Africa Agriculture Development Company: Reducing Poverty and Improving Food Security
FoodTrade Eastern and Southern Africa Programme: Improving Regional Staple Food Markets
FoodTrade Eastern and Southern Africa (ESA) Programme is by the UK Government and managed by Development Alternatives Incorporated. The programme prioritizes trade enhancement and promotion by focusing on staple crops. FoodTrade East and Southern Africa recognizes the transformative potential … [Read more...] about FoodTrade Eastern and Southern Africa Programme: Improving Regional Staple Food Markets
DFID: Regional Infrastructure Programme for Africa
DFID's Regional Infrastructure Programme for Africa (RIPA) intends to improve the quality of electricity, transport, water and telecommunications infrastructure for households and businesses across Africa. It will increase the supply of priority regional project preparation studies and will … [Read more...] about DFID: Regional Infrastructure Programme for Africa
UK Aid Match: Grants for UK Based NGOs for Poverty Reduction Projects in Developing Countries
UK Aid Match is a demand-led fund that matches public donations to appeals for development activities focused on poverty reduction in developing countries. Its objective is to give the public a say in how a portion of the international development budget is spent. Funding Information UK Aid Match … [Read more...] about UK Aid Match: Grants for UK Based NGOs for Poverty Reduction Projects in Developing Countries
DFID Funding Schemes for NGOs: Ending Extreme Poverty
The Department for International Development (DFID) is a United Kingdom government department responsible for administering overseas aid. It leads the UK’s work to end extreme poverty. DFID is ending the need for aid by creating jobs, unlocking the potential of girls and women and helping to save … [Read more...] about DFID Funding Schemes for NGOs: Ending Extreme Poverty
DM Thomas Foundation’s Central Grants Programme: Inviting Charities working for Children and Young People
Deadline: 26 July 2016 The DM Thomas Foundation (formerly the Hilton Foundation), is currently inviting the registered charities that work with young people, to apply for its Central Grants Programme. The Foundation has a rigorous grant process which aims to identify the most effective projects … [Read more...] about DM Thomas Foundation’s Central Grants Programme: Inviting Charities working for Children and Young People
Noel Buxton Trust’s Africa Grants: Supporting and Protecting Street Children
Deadline: Ongoing The Noel Buxton Trust is currently seeking applications for its Africa Grants, with an aim to support and protect street children, and help them find safe and sustainable livelihoods. Trustees would like to focus their limited funds on economic development rather than service … [Read more...] about Noel Buxton Trust’s Africa Grants: Supporting and Protecting Street Children
USAID: Seeking Applications for Development Food Assistance Projects
Deadline: 13 June 2016 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Office of Food for Peace (FFP) is seeking applications from U.S. and non-U.S. non-profit organizations for funding for program entitled “Development Food Assistance Projects” for Democratic Republic of Congo, … [Read more...] about USAID: Seeking Applications for Development Food Assistance Projects
USAID/South Sudan: LVRP Annual Program Statement to Improve Livelihood in Conflict Affected Areas
Deadline: 10 October 2016 The United States Agency for International Development Mission in South Sudan (USAID/South Sudan) is seeking concept papers from qualified applicants for USAID’s Livelihoods, Vulnerability, and Resilience Program (LVRP) Annual Program Statement (APS) seeks to disseminate … [Read more...] about USAID/South Sudan: LVRP Annual Program Statement to Improve Livelihood in Conflict Affected Areas
The Rockefeller Foundation: Inviting Applicants for 2016 Cassava Innovation Challenge
Deadline: 8 July 2016 The Rockefeller Foundation is seeking applications for its Cassava Innovation Challenge, a global competition 2016 with an aim to reduce food loss in various agricultural value chains. The primary objective of the Challenge is to surface and implement solutions in product, … [Read more...] about The Rockefeller Foundation: Inviting Applicants for 2016 Cassava Innovation Challenge
U.S. Department of State Bureau of PRM: NGO Programs Benefiting Displaced & Conflict-affected Persons
Deadline: 10 June 2016 U.S. Department of State Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM) is seeking proposals from organisations for its NGO programs to provide benefits to displaced and conflict-affected persons in Armenia and Georgia. Funding Information Project proposals … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of State Bureau of PRM: NGO Programs Benefiting Displaced & Conflict-affected Persons
USAID/Nepal Hariyo Ban II: Increasing Ecological and Community Resilience & Climate Change Adaptation Project
Deadline: 23 June 2016 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications from qualified U.S. and Non-U.S. organizations to fund a program entitled "Hariyo Ban II" with an aim to award a five-year Cooperative Agreement for the Hariyo Ban II (Green Forests) … [Read more...] about USAID/Nepal Hariyo Ban II: Increasing Ecological and Community Resilience & Climate Change Adaptation Project
USAID/Ethiopia: Feed the Future Ethiopia Livelihoods for Resilience Activity
Deadline: 25 July 2016 The United States Agency for International Development mission in Ethiopia (USAID/Ethiopia) is seeking applications from qualified organizations to manage and implement Feed the Future Ethiopia Livelihoods for Resilience Activity with an aim to support and enhance livelihood … [Read more...] about USAID/Ethiopia: Feed the Future Ethiopia Livelihoods for Resilience Activity
DFID: Migration and Refugee-Livelihoods Research Program in Ethiopia
Deadline: 26 September 2016 The United Kingdom’s Department for International Development (DFID) is currently inviting applications for its programme titled- Migration and Refugee-Livelihoods Research in Ethiopia. Research into current migration trends in Ethiopia indicates that there is … [Read more...] about DFID: Migration and Refugee-Livelihoods Research Program in Ethiopia
Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity: Nominations Open for those Dedicated towards Humanity
Deadline: 9 September 2016 The Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity, an annual international humanitarian award, is seeking personal stories of individuals who have put themselves at personal risk for the sake of others. The second annual Aurora Prize will be presented on April 24, 2017, in Yerevan, … [Read more...] about Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity: Nominations Open for those Dedicated towards Humanity
Apply for 2018 Fernand Braudel Senior Fellowships!
Deadline: 30 September 2016 European University Institute is currently inviting applicants for its Fernand Braudel Senior Fellowships, which provide a framework for established academics with an international reputation to pursue their research at the EUI. Fellows are encouraged to make contact … [Read more...] about Apply for 2018 Fernand Braudel Senior Fellowships!
Ansara Family Fund: Accepting Letters of Inquiry to Eradicate Global Poverty
Deadline: 15 September 2016 The Ansara Family Fund at the Boston Foundation is currently accepting Letters of Inquiry from organisations with an aim to help eradicate global poverty. Working on the mission Building capacity to eradicate poverty, the Ansara Family Fund addresses the root causes and … [Read more...] about Ansara Family Fund: Accepting Letters of Inquiry to Eradicate Global Poverty
ELRHA’s R2HC Programme: Up to £3m of research funding
Deadline: 15 July 2016 The Enhancing Learning and Research for Humanitarian Assistance (ELRHA) is accepting applications for its Research for Health in Humanitarian Crises (R2HC) programme with an aim to improve health outcomes by strengthening the evidence base for public health interventions in … [Read more...] about ELRHA’s R2HC Programme: Up to £3m of research funding
European Outdoor Conservation Association: Inviting NGOs from around the World for Conservation Projects
Applications Open: 1 July 2016 Deadline: 31 July 2016 The European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA) is seeking applications from eligible non-profit organisations from around the world to implement conservation projects with a large element of tree/mangrove planting or regeneration. The … [Read more...] about European Outdoor Conservation Association: Inviting NGOs from around the World for Conservation Projects
William T. Grant Scholars Program: Inviting Early-Career Researchers in the Social, Behavioral, and Health Sciences
Deadline: 6 July 2016 The William T. Grant Foundation is currently inviting applications form Early-Career Researchers for its Scholars Program with an aim to encourage Scholars to tackle important questions that will advance theory, policy, and practice for youth. To propose research on reducing … [Read more...] about William T. Grant Scholars Program: Inviting Early-Career Researchers in the Social, Behavioral, and Health Sciences
USAID’s Biodiversity APS in South Sudan: Strengthening Livelihoods & Resilience to Shocks
Deadline: 25 July 2016 The United States Agency for International Development Mission in South Sudan (USAID/South Sudan) is seeking concept papers from qualified applicants for its Biodiversity Annual Program Statement (APS) in South Sudan in order to build foundations for conservation, … [Read more...] about USAID’s Biodiversity APS in South Sudan: Strengthening Livelihoods & Resilience to Shocks
Apply for European Commission’s Erasmus+ Youth Partnership Funding Programme
Deadline: 4 October 2016 The European Commission invites applications for the Erasmus+ Youth Partnership Funding Programme. The programme provides funding to UK organisations/groups of young people active in youth work under Key Action 2 for activities which are part of a Strategic Partnership for … [Read more...] about Apply for European Commission’s Erasmus+ Youth Partnership Funding Programme
Gang in Girls Initiative by Comic Relief: Inviting Collaborations to Support Young Women and Girls
Deadline: 13th July 2016 The Comic Relief invites proposals for its Gang in Girls Initiative, to fund collaborative, multi-partner projects supporting young women and girls effectively in reducing their likelihood of joining gangs, reducing the harm they face within gangs and supporting them to … [Read more...] about Gang in Girls Initiative by Comic Relief: Inviting Collaborations to Support Young Women and Girls
Active Citizens Project Delivery 2016: Connecting Organisations working for Community Development
Deadline: 11 June 2016 The British Council's Active Citizens Project Delivery 2016 invites organisations and individuals across the globe that are working to make a difference in their community, providing them with tools and assistance to develop cross cultural engagement skills and to run social … [Read more...] about Active Citizens Project Delivery 2016: Connecting Organisations working for Community Development
Canon Foundation’s Research Fellowships: Seeking Highly Qualified European Researchers
Deadline: 15 September 2016 The Canon Foundation in Europe is currently accepting applications for its Research Fellowships with an aim to pursue a period of research in Japan whereas Japanese Fellows are expected to do their research in Europe. The Canon Foundation Research Fellowships may be … [Read more...] about Canon Foundation’s Research Fellowships: Seeking Highly Qualified European Researchers
Nominations Open for GEM-TECH Awards 2016!
Deadline: 31 July 2016 The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) along with UN Women is seeking nominations for its GEM-TECH Awards with an aim to celebrate personal or organizational achievements and innovative strategies to advance Gender Equality and Mainstreaming in the area of … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for GEM-TECH Awards 2016!
Department of State Bureau of DRL: Enhancing Judicial Accountability in Tanzania
Deadline: 30 June 2016 The U.S. Department of State Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) is seeking applications from organisations for a program entitled "Enhancing Judicial Accountability in Tanzania" with an aim to increase effectiveness and accountability in the judicial sector, … [Read more...] about Department of State Bureau of DRL: Enhancing Judicial Accountability in Tanzania
The Endeavour Scholarships and Fellowships Program!
Deadline: 30 June 2016 The Australian Government Department of Education and Training is currently inviting applicants for its Endeavour Scholarships and Fellowships Program with an aim to build Australia’s reputation for excellence in the provision of education and research, support the … [Read more...] about The Endeavour Scholarships and Fellowships Program!
OCLC/ALISE: Call for Proposals for the 2017 Science Research Grant Program
Deadline: 15 September 2016 The Online Computer Library Center (OCLC) in collaboration with the Association for Library and Information Science Education (ALISE), is currently inviting research proposals for its Science Research Grant Program. In recognition of the importance of research to the … [Read more...] about OCLC/ALISE: Call for Proposals for the 2017 Science Research Grant Program
DRILL Call for Applications: Inviting Disabled People for the Multi Million Research Programme
Deadline: 27 July 2016 The Disability Research in Independent Living & Learning (DRILL) invites applications for its Multi Million Research Programme led by disabled people, to find out how they, and those with long term conditions, can participate fully in society, achieving independent … [Read more...] about DRILL Call for Applications: Inviting Disabled People for the Multi Million Research Programme
EU/Kyrgyz Republic: Support to the Reform of the Education Sector!
Deadline: 22 July 2016 The European Union is currently accepting proposals from eligible organisations for "Support to the reform of the education sector in the Kyrgyz Republic" with an aim to support the development of partnerships between local authorities, social partner organisations, civil … [Read more...] about EU/Kyrgyz Republic: Support to the Reform of the Education Sector!
Public Affairs Section: Programming for Women’s Dormitory at Balkh University
Deadline: 6 June 2016 The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan is seeking proposals from eligible organisations for a program entitled "Programming for the Women’s Dormitory at Balkh University" with an aim to provide educational programming for approximately 800 … [Read more...] about Public Affairs Section: Programming for Women’s Dormitory at Balkh University
EaP Call for Proposals: Enlighten Your Research (EYR) Program Open for Researchers!
Deadline: 30 June 2016 Eastern Partnership (EaP) Connect is seeking proposals for its internationally renowned Enlighten Your Research (EYR) program to encourage collaboration between researchers using specialised IT and network services. EYR@EaP is organised within EaPConnect in collaboration … [Read more...] about EaP Call for Proposals: Enlighten Your Research (EYR) Program Open for Researchers!
Applications Open for Tandem Shaml: Establishing Cross-Border Cooperation Links between Europe and the Arab Region
Deadline: 20 June 2016 Tandem Shaml is currently inviting applications for its Tandem Shaml Programme with an aim to offer a unique opportunity to establish cross-border cooperation links between Europe and the Arab region. Tandem Shaml invites 16 cultural organizations, 8 from Europe and 8 from … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Tandem Shaml: Establishing Cross-Border Cooperation Links between Europe and the Arab Region
International Tropical Timber Organization: Freezailah Fellowship Fund to Promote Human Resource Development
Deadline: 15 August 2016 International Tropical Timber Organization (ITTO) is offering fellowships through the Freezailah Fellowship Fund to promote human resource development and to strengthen professional expertise in member countries in tropical forestry and related disciplines. The goal is to … [Read more...] about International Tropical Timber Organization: Freezailah Fellowship Fund to Promote Human Resource Development
Applications Open for Harvard University’s Fellowship Program in Arts, Humanities & Social Science
Deadline: 15 September 2016 & 6 October 2016 The Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at Harvard University is currently inviting applications for its 2017‒2018 Fellowship Program. Fellows are expected to reside in the Boston area during that period and to have their primary office at the … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Harvard University’s Fellowship Program in Arts, Humanities & Social Science
Bureau of Conflict and Stabilization Operations: Promoting Effective and Sustainable Peace Processes in Troubled Countries
Deadline: 3 June 2016 The Department of State’s Bureau of Conflict and Stabilization Operations (CSO) is seeking applications for Statements of Interest and Capacity (SOIC) from interested non-governmental or academic organizations with demonstrated expertise in peace processes to inform and … [Read more...] about Bureau of Conflict and Stabilization Operations: Promoting Effective and Sustainable Peace Processes in Troubled Countries
USAID/BAA: Promoting Rights and Accountability through Responsible Business Conduct
Deadline: 26 May 2017 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications from the eligible organizations and companies for its Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for Promoting Rights and Accountability through Responsible Business Conduct to seek opportunities to … [Read more...] about USAID/BAA: Promoting Rights and Accountability through Responsible Business Conduct
BBC Children in Need Small Grants Programme: Making Difference in Children’s Lives
Deadline: 1 June 2016 BBC Children in Need is currently inviting applications from charities and not-for-profit organizations for its Small Grants Programme with an aim to make difference in children’s lives by preventing and overcoming the effects of the disadvantages they face. Projects achieve … [Read more...] about BBC Children in Need Small Grants Programme: Making Difference in Children’s Lives
Bureau of INL Enforcement Affairs: Pacific Islands and Southeast Asia Regional Rule of Law Response Fund
Deadline: 8 July 2016 United States Department of State Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) is seeking applications from eligible organisations for a program entitled "Pacific Islands and Southeast Asia Regional Rule of Law Response Fund" with an aim to identify and … [Read more...] about Bureau of INL Enforcement Affairs: Pacific Islands and Southeast Asia Regional Rule of Law Response Fund
Bureau of DRL: Financial Management Capacity Building for Implementing Partners
Deadline: 24 June 2016 The U.S. Department of State Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) is seeking applications from organisations for “Financial Management Capacity Building for Implementing Partners” with an aim to provide technical assistance and financial management capacity … [Read more...] about Bureau of DRL: Financial Management Capacity Building for Implementing Partners
Abilis Foundation Small Grants to the Projects Initiated by Disabled Persons around the World
Applications are accepted throughout the year The Abilis Foundation provides small grants to Organizations run by People with Disability (related to mobility, vision, hearing or any other type) to implement their projects in developing countries. Primary objective of the Abilis foundation is to … [Read more...] about Abilis Foundation Small Grants to the Projects Initiated by Disabled Persons around the World
