For Grant Submission by NGOs/CSOs in support of Vulnerable and at Risk Community in Thailand in the Context of COVID-19 within the framework of the project: “Strengthening socio-economic recovery, human security and resilience in Thailand in the context of the COVID-19 outbreak ensuring the Leave No One Behind and Safeguard progress made towards the SDGs.”

Funding information: each grant in the range of USD 20,000 (min.) and USD 50,000 (max.)

Deadline: Oct 29, 2020.

2. Grant Scheme, Union for the Mediterranean (see eligible countries in link)

To enable citizens in the region, particularly the Southern and Eastern Mediterranean countries, to mitigate the labor market challenges following COVID-19 outbreak, by improving the citizens’ employment situation as well as the business environment for entrepreneurs and MSMEs.

Funding information: total EUR 1,130,000; min. EUR 100,000 and max. 300,000

Deadline: Oct 29, 2020.

3. Future Drought Fund for Natural Resource Management Drought Resilience Program, Government of Australia (Australia)

Focused on support for experimentation in NRM practices, systems and approaches that go beyond current best practice. Aims to foster innovation and transformational change in the management of Natural Capital to deliver drought resilience in agricultural landscapes. Through holistic management and new or existing technology and practices, the program will deliver a range of on-ground outcomes achieving benefits that meet local priorities.

Funding information: total of AUD 10 million available

Deadline: Oct 30, 2020.

4. Call for LOIs for Large Grants, Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund (Libya, Morocco, Tunisia)

Strategic Direction 1: Support civil society to engage stakeholders in demonstrating integrated approaches for the preservation of biodiversity in coastal areas.

Strategic Direction 2: Support the sustainable management of water catchments through integrated approaches for the conservation of threatened freshwater biodiversity.

Funding information: USD 20,000 to USD 250,000

Deadline: Oct 30, 2020.

5. Ignacio H. de Larramendi Research Grants 2020, Fundación MAPFRE

To provide financial support for undertaking research projects in areas of Health Promotion.

The grants are open to any academic and professional researcher and research teams wishing to run research programs, independently or as part of the universities, hospitals, companies or research centers to which they are affiliated.

Funding information: total EUR 240,000. Max. amount each grant EUR 30,000

Deadline: Oct 30, 2020.

6. Research Funding Program 2020, Azim Premji University (India)

Program is designed to promote inquiry into areas of particular interest to Azim Premji Foundation and to explore possible responses for some of them. Focus areas: Education and Allied Areas; Labor, Livelihoods, and Employment; Urban Governance and Sustainability; Local Democracy; Climate Change Action.

Funding information: INR 5-20 lakhs depending on the domain

Deadline: Oct 31, 2020.

7. Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund 2020

To provide targeted grants to individual species conservation initiatives, recognize leaders in the field and elevate the importance of species in the broader conservation debate. Its focus is global and eligibility for grants will extend to all plant, animal and fungi species conservation efforts, without discrimination on the basis of region or selected species.

Funding information: up to a maximum of USD 25,000 per project

Deadline: Oct 31, 2020.

8. Grant Program, Conservation Alliance (USA)

Seeks to protect threatened wild places throughout North America for their habitat and recreational values. Looking for: landscape-scale projects; Indigenous led conservation initiatives; projects that benefit underserved communities and organizations that work directly with these; and projects that significantly mitigate the impacts of climate change.

Funding information: accepts requests up to USD 50,000

Deadline: Nov 1, 2020.

9. 1st CDC ERG Call on Development Finance, Private Enterprise Development in Low-Income Countries (see link for eligible countries)

For projects researching the role of development finance: investments in private sector development that are impact-led but commercially rigorous.

Funding information: ERGs are grants of between GBP 10,000 and 40,000

Deadline: Nov 1, 2020.

10. Professional Development Grants, WWF (see link for eligible countries)

Provide support for mid-career conservationists to pursue short-term, non-degree training to upgrade their knowledge and skills. This training can include short courses, certificate training, or conferences among other training opportunities.

Funding information: grants will be awarded up to US 2,000 based on program reqs.

Deadline: Nov 1, 2020.

11. Connection Grants Program, Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (Canada)

Supports events and outreach activities geared toward short-term, targeted knowledge mobilization initiatives. These events/activities represent opportunities to exchange knowledge and to engage on research issues of value to those participating, and may serve as a first step toward more comprehensive and longer-term projects. Supports workshops, colloquiums, conferences, forums, summer institutes, or other events or outreach activities

Funding information: must request min. CAD 7,000; for supporting events CAD 7,000-25,000; for supporting outreach activities CAD 7,000-50,000

Deadline: Nov 1, 2020.

12. Global Public Space Program, UN-Habitat (see link for eligible countries)

The Program helps cities become more sustainable by providing policy advice, capacity building, knowledge sharing and support for public space regeneration and improvement. More concretely, it maps public spaces and works with cities to develop city-wide public space strategies and urban development frameworks.

Funding information: up to USD 80,000

Deadline: Nov 2, 2030.

13. Call for Proposals, IDRC & Sida (Africa)

Proposals from independent policy research organizations from across Africa that are committed to using research to inform and influence national-level artificial intelligence policies and research ecosystems. This opportunity will provide funding to (2) AI policy research organizations representing distinct linguistic regions (anglophone & francophone).

Funding information: budget of CAD 2.5 million for 2 centers

Deadline: Nov 4, 2020.

14. Regional Conservation Partnership Program, Natural Resources Conservation Service, USDA (USA)

RCPP promotes coordination of NRCS conservation activities with partners that offer value-added contributions to expand collective ability to address on-farm, watershed, and regional natural resource concerns. NRCS seeks to co-invest with partners to implement projects that demonstrate innovative solutions to conservation challenges and provide measurable improvements and outcomes tied to the resource concerns they seek to address.

Funding information: max. available for any project (combined financial and technical assistance) is USD 10 million. The min. amount for a project is USD 250,000.

Deadline: Nov 4, 2020.

15. Call for Proposals, Ascend Learning and Innovation Fund (see link for eligible countries in Africa)

To accelerate the control and elimination efforts for up to 5 neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) – lymphatic filariasis, onchocerciasis, schistosomiasis, soil-transmitted helminths and trachoma. Seeks to enhance quality of effective NTD programming by validating innovative ideas, assisting the transition of program learning into scalable and sustainable outcomes.

Funding information: individual grants are available, ranging from GBP 25,000 to 350,000.

Deadline: Nov 6, 2020.

16. 2021 YSEALI Seeds for Future Grants Competition, Cultural Vistas (see link for eligible countries in Asia)

For the region’s most promising young leaders to carry out projects that improve their communities, countries and the region. Projects cover one of the four YSEALI themes: Civic Engagement, Economic Growth, Education, and Sustainable Development.

Funding information: all projects are eligible for up to USD 15,000

Deadline: Nov 8, 2020.

17. Request for Ideas, Grand Challenges for Human Flourishing, Templeton World Charity Foundation

To support new scientific research on human flourishing and to translate related discoveries into practical tools. Priority will go to interdisciplinary scientific research on humanity’s cognitive, affective, social, and spiritual well-being.

Funding information: USD 40 million available

Deadline: Nov 11, 2020.

18. Request for Applications, Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research (USA)

Seeking innovative research focused on improving climate resilience in crops to provide the critical solutions necessary to enhance the sustainable production of nutritious food for a growing global population.

Funding information: range USD 250,000 - 1,000,000

Deadline: Nov 11, 2020.

19. Call for Project Proposals for Micro-Grants 2020-2021, Council of Europe (see link for eligible countries)

Will fund projects promoting Education for Democratic Citizenship and Human Rights Education (EDC/HRE) and aims at contributing to the fostering of inclusive and democratic societies in the States party to the European Cultural Convention.

Funding information: indicative available budget is EUR 200,000

Deadline: Nov 11, 2020.

20. New Call for Proposals for 2021-2022, Habitat Stewardship Program for Aquatic Species at Risk (Canada)

To support and promote the conservation and recovery of Aquatic Species at Risk and their habitats by engaging Canadians in projects that will result in tangible and measurable conservation benefits.

Funding information: typical contributions can range from CAD 25,000 to 100,000.

Deadline: Nov 13, 2020.

21. New Call for Proposals, Aboriginal Fund for Species at Risk - Aquatic Programming, Government of Canada (Canada)

Program invests in organizational capacity, encourages activities that conserve and/or recover species at risk (SAR), and supports community-led documentation and management of Indigenous Knowledge (IK).

Funding information: min. funding request for new single & multi-year projects: CAD 10,000.

Deadline: Nov 13, 2020.

22. Know-how Exchange Program, Central European Initiative (see link for eligible countries)

To contribute to the development of the CEI region, bolstering social cohesion and economic dynamism while strengthening cooperation between/among the CEI Member States.

Funding information: overall amount EUR 180,000; grant ceiling amounts to EUR 40,000

Deadline: Nov 13, 2020.

23. Partnership Development Grants, Government of Canada (Canada)

Provides support over one to three years to teams/partnerships, led by a project director, to: develop research and/or related activities in the social sciences and humanities, by fostering new partnerships with existing and/or potential partners; or design and test new partnership approaches for research and/or related activities that can result in best practices or models.

Funding information: CAD 75,000 - 200,000

Deadline: Nov 15, 2020.

24. Environmental Education Grants Program, NSW Environmental Trust (Australia)

Grants program aiming to support educational projects that develop, broaden and transform the community’s knowledge, skills, and intrinsic motivation to undertake sustainable behavior and encourage participation in the protection of the environment.

Funding information: total allocation is AUD 1,000,000

Deadline: Nov 16, 2020.

25. Call for Concept Notes, Canadian International Development Scholarships Program 2021-2029 (Canada)

The program will provide scholars access to the widest range and variety of Canadian post-secondary institutions. The program must contribute to the achievement of this ultimate outcome: Enhanced social and economic development for women and men, particularly women in eligible Francophonie and Commonwealth countries, as well as other Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and selected countries.

Funding information: up to CAD 80 million

Deadline: Nov 19, 2020.

26. Call for Proposals 2021-2022, Search and Rescue New Initiatives Fund (Canada)

To enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, economy, and innovation of search and rescue activities as it relates to the response and prevention objectives of the National Search and Rescue Program (NSP) which aims for a multi-jurisdictional approach to promoting individual, collective and organizational behaviors that minimize the risk of injury or loss of life while maintaining timely and effective response services.

Funding information: annual SAR NIF budget is CAD 7.6 million

Deadline: Nov 19, 2020.

27. Saltonstall-Kennedy Grant Program, NOAA (USA)

Funds projects that address the needs of fishing communities, optimize economic benefits

by building and maintaining sustainable fisheries, and increase other opportunities to keep

working waterfronts viable.

Funding information: max. funding amount is USD 300,000

Deadline: Nov 20, 2020.

28. 2021 Biodiversity Conservation Grant, National Environmental Education Foundation (USA)

USD 225,000 in grant funding to support biodiversity conservation projects on public lands within the California Floristic Province ecological region. Funding priorities: Conservation Projects, Public Engagement, and Target Location.

Funding information: applicants can request a max. of USD 55,000 to be spent over 2 years.

Deadline: Nov 25, 2020.

29. Reforestation Grants, WWF (see link for eligible countries)

Focuses on supporting communities in regaining ecological integrity and enhancing human well-being in deforested and degraded landscapes through forest restoration and reforestation.

Funding information: a detailed project budget (not exceeding USD 15,000)

Deadline: Nov 25, 2020.

30. Call for Proposals, Global Biodiversity Information Facility (Pacific countries)

Inviting eligible institutions to submit concept notes for the Biodiversity Information for Development (BID) program, funded by the Directorate-General for International Relations of the European Union. The program aims to build capacities for the effective mobilization and use of biodiversity data in support of sustainable development decisions and policies.

Funding information: total funding allocated amounts to approximately EUR 350,000

Deadline: Nov 26, 2020.

31. Call for Proposals, Global Biodiversity Information Facility (Caribbean)

Invites the submission of concept notes for project funding from the Caribbean through Biodiversity Information for Development (BID), a program funded by the Directorate-General for International Partnerships of the European Union. The program aims to enhance capacity for effective mobilization and use of biodiversity data in support of decision- and policymaking for sustainable development.

Funding information: total funding assigned to this call is approximately EUR 450,000

Deadline: Nov 26, 2020.

32. Call for Proposals: Climate Change Adaptation Grant Program, European Union (Turkey)

Designed to support implementation of climate change adaptation actions at local and regional level in Turkey. The specific objective of this call for proposals is to improve resilience of communities and cities, protect natural resources and ecosystems and enhance adaptation capacity of vulnerable economic sectors.

Funding information: overall indicative amount available is EUR 6,800,000. See link for indicative allocation by lot and min./max. amounts.

Deadline: Nov 30, 2020.

33. New Call for Proposals, UK Research and Innovation (UK and India)

To support research collaborations between researchers in India and the UK. Your research should focus on comparing south Asian populations in the two countries to improve our understanding of COVID-19 and have potential for improving health outcomes.

Funding information: UKRI will make up to GBP 4 million available in support of the UK component of the collaborative projects, with matched equivalent resource provided by Department of Biotechnology (India) in support of the Indian components.

Deadline: Dec 1, 2020.

34. Call for Applications, “la Caixa” Foundation (Spain & Portugal)

Fourth edition of the Call for biomedical and health research projects with the aim of identifying and giving support to the most promising initiatives of scientific excellence with potential value and high social impact, whether in basic, clinical or translational research.

Funding information: individual projects – up to EUR 500,000; research consortium projects – up to EUR 1,000,000

Deadline: Dec 3, 2020.

35. Call for Proposals, Water JPI (see link for eligible countries)

“Conservation and restoration of degraded ecosystems and their biodiversity, including a focus on aquatic systems.” To support research projects in which the approaches and skills of natural sciences, social sciences and humanities are integrated as needed to address the specific objectives of each research proposal.

Funding information: total available over EUR 20 million

Deadline: Dec 7, 2020.

36. Call for Proposals, HOPES-LEB (Lebanon)

Invites organizations registered in Lebanon to submit tailor-made project proposals that address the specific needs of vulnerable Lebanese youth and refugees from Syria and alleviate bottlenecks related to access to and completion of higher and further education and labor market integration.

Funding information: all projects can request funds for their actions ranging from EUR 10,000 to 60,000. Total available EUR 1,080,000

Deadline: Dec 15, 2020.

37. Call for Proposals for AI for Accessibility Grants "Smart Cities and Transportation", Microsoft

Supports projects that use AI to empower people living with disabilities. Looking for individuals or teams who are not only passionate about making the world more inclusive, but also firmly rooted in the communities they intend to benefit.

Funding information: In addition to Azure compute credits worth USD 10,000, USD 15,000, or USD 20,000 (depending on your project scope and needs), these grants cover costs related to collecting or labeling data, developing models, or other engineering-related work.

Deadline: Dec 15, 2020.

38. Knowledge Synthesis Grants, Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (Canada)

To mobilize social sciences and humanities research to examine and synthesize existing knowledge on mobility and public transit issues. Grant holders will identify research gaps and opportunities and their work will inform and guide policy-makers and service providers responsible for public transit at the community level.

Funding information: grants are valued at USD 30,000 for one year.

Deadline: Dec 17, 2020.

39. New Call on Development Finance, Private Enterprise Development in Low-Income Countries (see link for eligible countries)

Seeking projects researching the role of development finance: investments in private sector development that are impact-led but commercially rigorous.

Funding information: major research grants are grants of GBP 100,000 or more. There is no formal upper limit, but past MRGs have averaged around GBP 300,000

Deadline: Dec 21, 2020.

40. Solid Waste Management Grant Program, USDA (USA)

Qualified organizations will receive SWM grant funds to reduce or eliminate pollution of water resources in rural areas and improve planning and management of solid waste sites in rural areas.

Funding information: award ceiling USD 1 million; total available USD 4 million

Deadline: Dec 31, 2020.

41. Call for Applications, Elsa U. Pardee Foundation Grant Program (USA)

Inviting applications for its grant program to funds research to investigators in United States non-profit institutions proposing research directed toward identifying new treatments or cures for cancer. The Foundation funds projects for a one-year period which will allow establishment of capabilities of new cancer researchers, or new cancer approaches by established cancer researchers.

Deadline: Dec 31, 2020.

42. Grant Program to Protect Natural Resources, The Conservation, Food and Health Foundation (low- and lower-middle-income countries in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East)

Seeks to protect natural resources, improve the production and distribution of food, and promote public health in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East. The foundation supports projects that demonstrate local leadership and promote professional development in the conservation, agricultural, and health sciences; develop the capacity of local organizations; and address a particular problem or question in the field.

Funding information: avg. grant approx. USD 20,000. Those exceeding USD 30,000 rarely awarded.

Deadline: Jan 1, 2021.

43. Accessible Technology Program, Government of Canada (Canada)

Will co-fund innovative projects led by the private sector, not-for-profit organizations and research institutes to develop new assistive and adaptive digital devices and technologies in order to make it easier for Canadians with disabilities to more fully participate in the digital economy.

Deadline: Jan 2, 2021.

44. Integrating Tradition and Technology for Fermented Foods for Maternal Nutrition, Global Grand Challenges, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (see link for eligible countries)

Seeks to fund pilot studies that investigate the biological effect of traditional locally fermented foods on key microbiome, gut, and health biomarkers in local populations. Goal is to provide investigators in Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia with the resources to build local capacity to investigate fermented foods as novel maternal nutrition interventions.

Funding information: sequencing platforms (funded with up to USD 40K for sequencing technology out of this USD 200K award) and training will be provided

Deadline: Jan 6, 2021.

45. Call for Proposals, Support for Information Measures relating to EU Cohesion Policy, European Commission

The main aim is to provide support for the production and dissemination of information and content linked to EU Cohesion policy, including inter alia the Just Transition Fund and the recovery plan for Europe, while respecting complete editorial independence of the actors involved.

Funding information: total available for co-financing of projects is EUR 5,000,000

Deadline: Jan 12, 2021.

46. Societal Transformations for Climate Action Research Program, Swedish Foundation for Strategic Environmental Research (Sweden)

Inviting research groups, jointly with civil society organizations, the public sector and other stakeholders, to submit proposals to facilitate societal transformation for climate action through research and innovation. In line with Mistra’s statutes, the research program shall be of strategic environmental importance.

Funding information: expected program budget total SEK 40 million over four years; Foundation’s financial contribution maximum of SEK 40 million.

Deadline: Jan 29, 2021.

47. 2020 Mexico-U.S. Innovation Fund Competition, 100K Strong in the Americas (USA and Mexico)

Provides unique opportunities to U.S. universities and colleges to partner with higher education institutions in Latin America and the Caribbean to create partnerships, build capacity, provide students with access to training programs, and strengthen regional education cooperation throughout the Americas.

Funding information: to award up to eleven grants of up to USD 25,000 each.

Deadline: Feb 15, 2021.

48. Smart Farming Innovations for Small-Scale Producers, Global Grand Challenges, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (see link for eligible countries)

Seeks Smart Farming solutions that leverage digital technology innovations that have the potential to drive positive impact for small-scale producer (SSP) entrepreneurs delivered through bundled farmer services and enabled by scalable digital and data platforms.

Funding information: Seed Grants – Up to USD 250,000 to be implemented up to 12 months. Scale-Up Grants – Up to USD 1,500,000 to be implemented up to 24 months.

Deadline: Feb 25, 2021.

49. Call for Proposals, Social Science Research Council

As part of the Just Tech program, seeks proposals from across the social sciences and related fields that address the risks, opportunities, and challenges posed by public health surveillance stemming from the Covid-19 pandemic.

Funding information: awards will range from USD 5,000 to 10,000, with larger amounts directed to projects committed to research partnerships

Deadline: ongoing

50. Collaborate Pacific, New Zealand Foreign Affairs and Trade (see eligible Pacific countries)

Aims to support effective governance, leadership, regional cooperation, and sustainable development in the Pacific through support to one-off, small scale activities that tackle issues that matter to the region. Recognizes that partnership, capacity building, people-to-people links, and knowledge-sharing are critical to ownership of development processes.

Deadline: ongoing

51. Global Water Futures – Affiliate Projects

To deliver risk management solutions, informed by leading-edge water science and supported by innovative decision-making tools to manage water futures in Canada and other regions where global warming is changing landscapes, ecosystems, and water environments.

Deadline: There is no associated closing date with applications.

52. Call for Applications, Urgent Action Fund (Africa)

Urgent Action Fund-Africa is expanding its COVID-19 response towards supporting women, transgender and gender non-conforming defenders with disabilities to: develop and widely disseminate messages and information about the disease in disability friendly formats, simplify and/or translate complex COVID 19 information, and provide practical resources.

Funding information: up to USD 8,000

Deadline: applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

53. COVID-19 Young Leaders Fund

Program is designed to support young leaders who are tackling the Covid-19 pandemic on the frontlines. Applicants should be focused on SDGs 3, 4, 5, 6, and 8. One Young World will prioritize initiatives which can use the funds to impact the maximum number of people to the greatest extent.

Funding information: One Young World recommends requesting between GBP 2,500 - GBP 10,000.

Deadline: Program is open on an ongoing basis.

54. Global Innovation Fund (GIF)

This program seeks to invest in social innovations that aim to improve the lives and opportunities of millions of people in the developing world. Open to funding innovations in any sector as long as they can demonstrate their innovation improves the lives of those living on less than USD 5 PPP per day.

Range: USD 50,000 – 15,000,000

Deadline: Program is open on an ongoing basis.

Fellowships and other opportunities

1. New Webinar: Nature & Agriculture: Pathways to Finance and Scale Nature-Based Solutions, FAO

Land and Water Technical Webinar: Adaptation Fund - Nature & Agriculture

Deadline: Oct 29, 2020.

2. Green Ambassador for the Climate in Africa 2020

The young ambassadors will enjoy international recognition as young climate and environment activists in Africa and will join the Climate Change Africa Opportunities (CCAO) Network to share ideas, learn, connect and act on the environment. global imperative to fight climate change.

Deadline: Oct 31, 2020.

3. New Call for Proposals, Climate Innovation Labs, Climate Technology Center and Network (see link for eligible countries)

To promote the accelerated transfer of environmentally sound technologies for low carbon and climate-resilient development at the request of developing countries. It provides technology solutions, capacity building and advice on policy, legal and regulatory frameworks tailored to the needs of individual countries.

Deadline: Nov 5, 2020.

4. Health Policy Fellows, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (USA)

Seeks outstanding midcareer health professionals, behavioral/social scientists, and others who have a record of exceptional professional accomplishment and are recognized experts within their profession, community, institution, or organization.

Award information: up to six awards of up to USD 165,000 each will be made in 2021

Deadline: Nov 9, 2020.

5. Call for Projects, The Mediterranean Wetlands Initiative (Mediterranean)

As part of its project funded by the French Office for Biodiversity (OFB), the MedWet Initiative is relaunching a call for projects to provide a financial boost for the Mediterranean actors in the realization of awareness and educational animations within the framework of the World Wetlands Day 2021.

Deadline: Nov 10, 2020.

6. New 4Revs Innovation Challenge, Socialab

A unique, co-creative ecosystem that aims to help humanity solve the four survival challenges in one generation - between 2020-2050. Themes: Food, Water, Resources, Energy.

Deadline: Nov 19, 2020.

7. New Call for Applications, AI for Social Good Workshop, Google (see link for eligible countries)

To bring together NGOs working on tough problems in their communities with academic experts and Google researchers in order to encourage new collaborative solutions.

Deadline: Nov 23, 2020.

8. Local Pathways Fellowship Program, SDSN Youth

The 2021 cohort will bring together a network of 100 young thought leaders, urban planners, sustainability advocates, researchers and innovators from 100 different cities across the world to advance local dialogue, collaboration and problem solving around the SDGs and to make cities and urban settlements “smart, fair and sustainable”.

Deadline: Nov 30, 2020.

9. World Justice Challenge: Advancing the Rule of Law in a Time of Crisis

Global competition to identify, recognize, and promote good practices and high-impact projects/policies that protect and advance the rule of law in a time of unprecedented crisis.

Award information: USD 20,000 will go to six projects that show demonstrable results and promising prospects for future progress, replication, and scaling.

Deadline: Dec 11, 2020.

10. Call for Proposals, Global Best Practice Program, EXPO2020 Dubai

Aimed at recognizing and promoting visibility of integrated development best practices for a better 2030 with a particular view on building back better and moving towards a “better normal” as they come out of the ongoing crisis.

Deadline: Dec 31, 2020.

11. 2021-2022 Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellowship (USA)

An 11-month program in which participants develop leadership skills as they gain hands-on experience working to end hunger and poverty in the United States through efforts led by local, state, regional, and national host organizations.

Deadline: Jan 11, 2021.

12. Dorothy Marchus Senesh Fellowship 2021, International Peace Research Association Foundation (see link for eligible countries in Global South)

Available to women from countries in the Global South who have completed a Bachelor's degree, who have been accepted into a graduate program, and whose graduate work is to be focused on issues related to the goals of the IPRA Foundation.

Award information: every other year two women receive school expenses in the amount of USD 5,000 per year for two years.

Deadline: Jan 15, 2021.

13. New Call for Applications, Racial Equity 2030

Global challenge in honor of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation’s 90th anniversary. It is a call for bold solutions to drive an equitable future for children, their families and communities. This $90 million challenge seeks ideas from anywhere in the world and will scale them over the next decade to transform the systems and institutions that uphold inequity. Solutions may tackle the social, economic, political or institutional inequities.

Deadline: Jan 28, 2021.

14. New 2021 Victor J. Goldberg Prize, Institute of International Education

To recognize outstanding work being conducted jointly by two individuals, one Arab and one Israeli, working together to advance the cause of peace in the Middle East.

Deadline: Feb 1, 2021.

15. International Climate Protection Fellowship, Alexander von Humboldt Foundation (see link for eligible countries)

Enables fellows to conduct a one-year research-based project in Germany focusing on combating climate change, on adaptation strategies, on preserving ecosystems and biodiversity, or on the sustainable use of the oceans and seas. Sustainability topics relating to natural resources, resource-efficient consumption or urban development also welcome. Awards up to 15 Fellowships to prospective leaders and up to five to postdoctoral researchers each year.

Deadline: Mar 1, 2021.

16. Call for Female Applicants: AIMS-Canada Research Chairs in Climate Change Science, International Development Research Centre, Canada and Global Affairs Canada (GAC)

Each Chair will be provided up to USD 970,000 over a four-year period and tasked with executing a world-class research program able to contribute significantly towards building both the human capital and the scientific knowledgebase required to solve important climate change-related problems in Africa and beyond.

The application process will remain open until suitable candidates are identified.

17. Scholarship for Displaced Students, Columbia University

Supports displaced students from anywhere in the world who are unable to complete their higher education. These students will receive full tuition, housing, and living assistance while pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees across all 18 Columbia schools and affiliates. Scholarship aims to shift the global dialogue surrounding displaced persons, from one that views them as a burden to one that recognizes them as vital contributors to global innovation and prosperity.

18. Partnering for Change: Link Research to Societal Challenges, University of Basel

Course: How can we address societal challenges with research? Investigate the principles, processes, and uses of transdisciplinarity. Topics include: transdisciplinary projects on sustainable development, migration, and health.

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COVID-19 Extraordinary Call for Proposals, Central European Initiative
Connection Grants, Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (Canada)
Call for Proposals, Partnership for Advanced Computing in Europe
Webinar, Non-Profit Energy Cooperatives as the Catalyst of the Movement of People to Renewable Electricity, University of Houston
Request for Proposals, Science for Nature and People Partnership
Call for Nominations, Young Global Leaders Class 2021
Interactive Open Online Course, Erasmus+ Virtual Exchange (Erasmus+ or Southern Mediterranean countries)
Call for Applications, Novo Nordisk Foundation (Denmark)
Call for Proposals, UN Women and WHO (Arab states region)
Call for Applications, OES Office of Environmental Quality and Transboundary Issues, U.S. Department of State (see eligible countries in SE Asia)

All currently open calls:

Grant-making opportunities

Call for Research Proposals, Al Qasimi Foundation (UAE)
Welcomes research proposals related to coastal and marine systems from a broad array of academic disciplines.
Funding information: Start-up Funding (max. 50,000 AED) for Individuals and Organizations
Deadline: Apr 1, 2020.
Call for Proposals, Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Area
To improve water availability and sustainable agriculture production in a region heavily distressed by climate change, urbanization and population growth.
Funding information: various amounts allocated, depending on the open calls.
Deadline: Apr 1, 2020.
Arctic Species Conservation Fund, WWF (Canada)
Seeks to secure policies and legislation that are effective and appropriate for the conservation of Arctic species, incorporate the best available science and Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) and include the direct engagement of Indigenous peoples.
Funding information: up to CAD 25,000 CAD for the stewardship or research initiative
Deadline: Apr 3, 2020.
Call for Proposals, GEF Small Grants Program (Guatemala, Lesotho, Nepal, Papua New Guinea, Rwanda)
The GEF SGP and UN Mountain Partnership work to leverage resources and increase the resilience of mountain communities through the enhancement of agriculture-food value chains by providing technical assistance, capacity development, communication and events.
Funding information: grant funding available up to a max. of USD 140,000.
Deadline: Apr 5, 2020.
Call for Proposals, Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation
Looking for research and innovation initiatives, which engage researchers from Switzerland and from the Global South and East and implementation partners from other sectors (government, civil society, private sector). Intends to support research initiatives that respond to the needs/interests of implementation partners. No set thematic orientations.
Funding information: finances up to 50% of the total budget, but can cover up to 70% of the total budget if the type of initiative requires it (e.g. new innovative initiative). Contribution will indicatively be around CHF 1 million (m)/year.
Deadline: Apr 5, 2020.
Call for Proposals, Dutch Research Council and Department of Biotechnology of India
To support interdisciplinary research and innovative approaches in order to develop application-oriented solutions for adaptation of agriculture to incremental climate change and/or increased climatic variability. These solutions should aim at balancing trade-offs and amplifying synergies between economic development and social demands while simultaneously preserving the environment.
Funding information: total combined budget for this call is EUR 2,800,000
Deadline: Apr 7, 2020.
Seeding Food Innovation Grant, George Weston Ltd. (Canada)
To provide seed funding for research or technology development that help accelerate solutions to sustainable food challenges. Projects should focus on the intensification of food production in ways that are sustainable: environmentally, economically and culturally.
Deadline: Apr 8, 2020.
New COVID-19 Extraordinary Call for Proposals, Central European Initiative
Purposely aims at addressing quickly the specific needs of communities in CEI Member States. Three areas of intervention are: healthcare and telemedicine, education and e-learning/distance learning, and support to micro, small and medium sized enterprise.
Funding information: EUR 600,000
Deadline: Apr 9, 2020.
Call for Projects South 2020, Brussels International (Belgium)
To support sustainable and inclusive economic development projects in developing countries. Projects must be implemented in an urban or semi-urban context.
Funding information: to support as many projects as possible, in the range of EUR 10,000 to EUR 125,000.
Deadline: Apr 9, 2020.
Recovery of Species on the Brink of Extinction, National Geographic Society
To support priorities of IUCN SSC Species Conservation Plans as well as conservation actions that are endorsed by the relevant IUCN SSC Species Specialist Group. The goal is to halt biodiversity decline by implementing conservation plans for species and groups of species.
Funding information: requests should be less than USD 30,000, but can be up to USD 50,000
Deadline: Apr 10, 2020.
Improving the Quality of Vocational Education and Training (VET) Through Establishment of Sectoral Centers of Excellence Program, European Union (EU/Turkey)
The objective of this call for proposals is: to establish a flexible, transparent, innovative and quality based education system which supports social and economic development and prepares for employment, where all segments of society find the possibility to learn within their own needs.
Funding information: min. amount EUR 200,000; max. amount EUR 600,000
Deadline: Apr 14, 2020.
New Call for Proposals, Partnership for Advanced Computing in Europe
Welcomes proposals requesting computing resources to contribute to the mitigation of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. This applies, without being exhaustive, to: biomolecular research, bioinformatics research, bio-simulations, epidemiologic analysis, & other analyses.
Deadline: Apr 15, 2020.
South Asia Small Grants Program, The Asia Foundation (eligible countries in link)
Will support CSOs to work on critical governance challenges around four core themes: increasing public sector accountability and transparency; strengthening the rule of law; promoting civil society participation and media in these efforts; and strengthening democratic institutions and practices.
Funding information: floor level funding of USD 25,000 and a ceiling of USD 75,000 in equivalent local currency
Deadline: Apr 15, 2020.
Small Grants 2020, The Royal Society of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene
To enable early career researchers and global health professionals in the field of tropical medicine or global health to undertake clinical or scientific research and/or fieldwork, either as stand-alone projects or distinct elements within a larger project. They are ideally for those who have not received funding in their own name before.
Funding information: the max. small grant awarded is GBP 5,000 (including VAT)
Deadline: Apr 15, 2020.
Call for Proposals for Regional Projects in Latin America and Caribbean, IDB
Regional Public Goods (RPG) Initiative provides technical grants to finance solutions to shared challenges via regional cooperation. The proposals must involve a collective solution produced by at least three IDB borrowing member countries. Focus areas: gender equality & diversity; climate change & environmental sustainability; institutional capacity & rule of law.
Funding information: size of the grant typically ranges between USD 500,000 and USD 750,000 per project.
Deadline: Apr 15, 2020.
Publication Program, Nagao Natural Environment Foundation (eligible countries in link)
Supports scientific publications derived from applicant’s own research work and will expand knowledge of nature conservation in developing countries in the Asia-Pacific region.
Funding information: max. grant size JPY 1,000,000 per project for a max. duration of 1 year.
Deadline: Apr 17, 2020.
Research Grant Program, Nagao Natural Environment Foundation (mainly Asia-Pacific region)
To support academic and scientific research that will deepen knowledge of the nature conservation in developing countries in the Asia-Pacific region. Aims at strengthening research capacity of young researchers to enhance their skills, knowledge, and experience through their own research work.
Funding information: max. grant size is JPY 500,000 per project for a max. duration of two years (min. one year).
Deadline: Apr 17, 2020.
Call for Interdisciplinary Research on Mobility – Global Medicine and Health Research, la Caixa Foundation (Denmark, Germany, Portugal, Spain, UK)
To promote multi-perspective research on how global mobility influences general health, various health determinants and the well-being of local and mobile populations, and how the effects of mobility can be addressed in a sustainable way.
Funding information: Up to 15 unrestricted preparatory grants of EUR 50,000 each for a 10-month period will be awarded to the shortlisted 1st stage applicants; A total grant fund of EUR 9,000,000 is available for project grants of up to EUR 1,500,000 per project, for 4 to 6 projects of a 3 to 5-year duration.
Deadline: Apr 17, 2020.
Call for Proposals, World Health Organization (Latin America & Caribbean)
Joint PAHO/TDR Small Grant Scheme for operational research to support the elimination of communicable diseases in the Latin American and Caribbean Region. Promotes and supports research in infectious diseases that leads to health improvement, and helps strengthen individual and institutional research capacity in developing countries.
Funding information: 5 proposals for up to USD 30,000 per grant will be funded. Co-funding from domestic or other sources is encouraged.
Deadline: Apr 19, 2020.
Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects, Department of Health and Human Services (USA)
To plan and conduct research, demonstration projects, training, and related activities, including international activities, to develop methods, procedures, and rehabilitation technology that maximize the full inclusion/integration into society, employment, independent living, family support, & economic/social self-sufficiency of disabled individuals.
Funding information: estimate total USD 500,000; award ceiling: USD 500,000; award floor: USD 495,000
Deadline: Apr 20, 2020.
Call for Proposals, Norway’s International Climate and Forest Initiative (see list of countries)
Civil society organizations are invited to present proposals for projects that contribute to NICFI’s strategic goal, which is that reversed and reduced loss of tropical forest contribute to a stable climate, protect biodiversity and enhance sustainable development.
Funding information: For applications covering a five-year period, priority will be given to projects with a total budget above NOK 20 million.
Deadline: Apr 20, 2020.
Request for Proposals, National Geographic Society
The Enduring Impacts: Archaeology of Sustainability (RFP) focuses on the gathering and analysis of archaeological, paleoenvironmental, and paleoclimatological data for the purposes of increasing understanding of human-environmental interactions over time, to ultimately contribute to mitigating contemporary environmental and climatic crises.
Funding information: applicants may request up to USD 80,000.
Deadline: Apr 22, 2020.
Aquaculture Research Grants Program, USDA - National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USA)
To support the development of an environmentally and economically sustainable aquaculture industry in the United States by generating new, science-based information and technology to address industry constraints.
Funding information: Standard Research Projects – up to USD 300,000 (total project, not per year).
Deadline: Apr 22, 2020.
Social Justice Small Grants, Mercy Foundation (Australia)
Provides seed funding to assist communities and organizations to build capacity that will help create structural change and bring about greater social justice in Australia. The focus for 2020 is ‘Justice in the digital world’. Program is only available to nonprofit organizations.
Funding information: amounts range from AUD 1,000 to AUD 10,000.
Deadline: Apr 27, 2020.
2020 Small Grants Innovation Program, WWF India
To encourage young Indians to respond innovatively and independently to the conservation issues which affect the country. Grants will be used to fund research and initiatives which especially demonstrate innovation that is replicable, scalable and sustainable.
Funding information: offering eligible individuals a one-time grant of up to INR 400,000 over a maximum period of 2 years for undertaking conservation research/ action research.
Deadline: Apr 30, 2020.
Call for Proposals, Caribbean Biodiversity Fund
Focused on Ecosystem-based Adaptation Facility actions that help people adapt to adverse effects of climate change, reduce disaster risk, and build resilient ecosystems and economies.
Funding information: project applications may range from USD 250,000 to USD 2,000,000. Two tiers of funding will be supported – Tier 1: Large grants and Tier 2: Medium-sized grants
Deadline: Apr 30, 2020.
Call for Proposals, Research Grants, International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (see list of eligible ICGEB countries)
Dedicated source of funding aimed at financing projects addressing original scientific problems of particular relevance for the host country and of regional interest. Provides support for research projects in basic science, human healthcare, industrial and agricultural biotechnology and bioenergy.
Funding information: maximum annual contribution is EUR 25,000.
Deadline: Apr 30, 2020.
Grant Program, The Lawrence Foundation
The foundation is focused on making grants to support environmental, human services, disaster relief, and other causes. Grants are awarded twice a year.
Funding information: grants typically range between USD 5,000 – USD 10,000.
Deadline: Apr 30, 2020.
Patagonia: Corporate Grants Program in the United States
Accepting applications for its Corporate Grants Program to fund environmental work that takes place within the United States and is either national in scope or not located near one of their U.S. retail stores. The Corporate Grants Program supports small grassroots activist organizations with provocative direct-action agendas, working strategically on multipronged campaigns to preserve and protect their environment.
Funding Information: The funding range for a corporate grant is typically between USD 10,000 and USD 20,000, depending on the specific needs of the project.
Deadline: Apr 30, 2020.
New Connection Grants, Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (Canada)
Support events and outreach activities geared toward short-term, targeted knowledge mobilization initiatives. These events and activities represent opportunities to exchange knowledge and to engage on research issues of value to those participating
Funding information: for events: CAD 7,000 - 25,000; outreach activities: CAD 7,000 - 50,000
Deadline: May 1, 2020.
Core Infrastructure Fund, Open Technology Fund
Inviting proposals that support the ‘building block’ technologies, infrastructures, and communities relied upon by digital security and circumvention tools strengthening Internet freedom, digital security, and the overall health of the Internet.
Funding information: award ceiling USD 300,000 and award floor USD 5,000
Deadline: May 1, 2020.
2020 Professional Development Grants Program, WWF (list of eligible countries in link)
To provide support for mid-career conservationists to pursue short-term, non-degree training to upgrade their knowledge and skills. These trainings can include short courses, certificate trainings, or conferences among other training opportunities.
Funding information: applicants can request up to USD 6,500 and training may take place anywhere in the world.
Deadline: May 1, 2020.
Small Grants Program, The Fund for Wild Nature (US and Canada)
Provides small grants for North American campaigns to save native species and wild ecosystems, with an emphasis on actions designed to defend threatened wilderness and biological diversity. Supports biocentric goals premised on effective/intelligible strategies.
Funding information: grants awarded currently range USD 3,000 or less. Applicants’ annual budget must be USD 250,000 or less.
Deadline: May 1, 2020.
Small Grants Program for the Purchase of Nature, International Union for Conservation of Nature Netherlands (NGOs in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Pacific)
Provides funds for local NGOs to acquire (through purchase or lease) threatened nature, create safe reserves and connect wildlife habitats for endangered species.
Funding information: maximum financial assistance is EUR 85,000
Deadline: May 1, 2020.
Call for Proposals, Sasaki Foundation (USA)
Looking for interdisciplinary, creative approaches to test new design concepts that address complex challenges in our communities. Recognizes the need for interdisciplinary approaches, diverse community voices, and regional cooperation as key drivers to find shared solutions and create shared impact.
Note: Persons interested in an introduction with the Foundation’s leadership, can contact Lauren.Barredo@unsdsn.org.
Funding information: will award up to 3 grants of USD 15,000 each to winning teams
Deadline: May 8, 2020.
Conservation Innovation Grants, US Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources Conservation Service (USA)
The purpose of On-Farm Trials is to stimulate the adoption and evaluation of innovative conservation approaches in partnership with agricultural producers. On-Farm Trials supports the implementation of innovative approaches that have a positive conservation effect but which, for any number of reasons, have not yet been adopted by producers.
Funding information: max. amount of a single award in either On-Farm Trials or Soil Health Demonstration Trials (SHD) is USD 5,000,000. Min. award is USD 250,000. 15-20 awards
Deadline: May 11, 2020.
International Climate Initiative (IKI) Medium Grants 2020 (Germany)
Focus is on climate change mitigation and biodiversity. IKI primarily funds large-scale programs via thematic and country-specific selection procedures to accelerate transformation towards a sustainable, low-carbon economy and its connected supply structures.
Funding information: A grant of between EUR 300,000 and a maximum of EUR 800,000 can be awarded per project.
Deadline: May 12, 2020.
Call for Proposals, NextGen Grant, Ray C. Anderson Foundation (USA)
Requests proposals that would measurably reduce existing or avoid future emissions of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Will primarily judge proposals on the potential to help reverse global warming. The Committee will give strong consideration to meaningful social and environmental benefits associated with the carbon reduction potential of the project.
Funding information: one USD 100,000 grant
Deadline: May 15, 2020.
Call for Applications, Projects for Happiness 2020, Khind Starfish Foundation (Malaysia)
To encourage student initiative, innovation and entrepreneurship by finding creative ways of helping to uplift the lives of those who are socio economically challenged through sustainable community initiatives. Focus: Education, Helping Underprivileged Communities, Arts & Culture, Environmental Protection, Animal Welfare and Racial Harmony.
Funding information: projects will be selected for funding at a max. of RM 10,000 each.
Deadline: May 15, 2020.
Scientific Product Grants Program, Wildlife Acoustics
To support the advancement of animal biology research, habitat monitoring and environmental conservation. Provides scientists with resources to help further their research into the study of bats, birds, frogs and other vocal wildlife.
Funding information: every quarter, up to USD 5,000 worth of products given to recipients.
Deadline: May 15, 2020.
Intra-Africa Mobility Scheme, European Commission
A joint initiative of the African Union and the European Union, is being implemented under the auspices of the Pan-African Partnership. The overall objective of the program is to enhance human capital development in Africa, while strengthening intra-African collaboration as called for by Agenda 2063
Funding information: EUR 9,800,000
Deadline: May 19, 2020.
New Call for Proposals, UN Women and WHO (Arab states region)
Seeks to partner with an institution or consortium of institutions in the Arab States region to develop and implement the regional capacity development initiative on VAW data, with an aim at enhancing expertise and capacity of national stakeholders in the region on the measurement of VAW in alignment with globally agreed standards and principles.
Funding information: budget range USD 120,000 – USD 200,000.
Deadline: May 20, 2020.
National Environmental Education and Training Program, Environmental Protection Agency (USA)
The purpose is to deliver environmental education (EE) training and long-term support to education professionals across the U.S. in the development and delivery of environmental education and training programs and studies.
Funding information: total expected for year one of this cooperative agreement is USD 2,175,500. Total overall funding is USD 11,000,000.
Deadline: May 29, 2020.
New Call for Applications, OES Office of Environmental Quality and Transboundary Issues, U.S. Department of State (see eligible countries in SE Asia)
Intends to strengthen local capacity to monitor air quality and expand awareness of air quality issues among decision makers and the general public in at least two Southeast Asian countries. More specifically, the project would target key host government entities, universities, and NGOs to develop and enhance air quality monitoring capacity with low or medium cost sensors, educational materials, others.
Funding information: award ceiling/floor USD 296,296
Deadline: May 31, 2020.
Danforth Conservation Biology Fund
To support conservation programs that protect threatened wildlife and habitats worldwide. Field studies and other projects that demonstrate a multi-disciplinary approach to biodiversity and ecosystem conservation, and projects that involve in-country collaborators receive the highest funding priority.
Deadline: Jun 1, 2020.
Call for Proposals for Accessible Technology Program, Government of Canada
Aims to co-fund innovative projects led by the private sector, not-for-profit organizations and research institutes to develop new assistive and adaptive digital devices and technologies in order to make it easier for Canadians with disabilities to more fully participate in the digital economy.
Funding information: remaining available funds for new proposals amounts to approximately CAD 1,000,000
Deadline: Jun 2, 2020.
New Call for Applications, Novo Nordisk Foundation (Denmark)
Thematic call entitled "Societal Responses to and Preparedness for Emerging Viral Infections – 2020". Research can include: surveillance and early detection of disease. Rapid diagnostics of novel viruses. New technologies to prevent or combat epidemic viral infections. Infectious epidemiology. National preparedness to deal with emerging viral infections.
Funding information: up to DKK 20 million for up to 2 grants of up to DKK 10 million for projects lasting up to 3 years.
Deadline: Jun 4, 2020.
New Request for Proposals, Science for Nature and People Partnership
Believes successful solutions require integration of science with strategy, and a process that requires collaboration across sectors and organizations. To find new cross-sector and interdisciplinary teams willing to do science differently for lasting impact, it funds science that leads to tangible and enduring benefits to conservation and sustainable development.
Funding information: up to USD 1 million total across 4-6 approved working groups
Deadline: Jun 10, 2020.
Call for Proposals, Support to CSOs, European Commission
The global objective of this call for proposals is to support civil society organisations as actors of governance in their own right by strengthening their capacity to participate effectively in policy formulation and in the monitoring of policy implementation processes in order to contribute to the achievement of the sustainable development goals (SDGs) and ensure no-one is left behind.
Funding information: EUR 14,000,000
Deadline: Jun 16, 2020.
Energize the Environment Program, Quadratec Cares (US)
Supports enthusiasts working towards improving the environment. Any individual, group, or organization in the US who has a love for all things environmental, and has an idea or event designed to help improve their environment, is eligible.
Funding information: recipient or organization will receive a one-time USD 3,500 payment to be used exclusively towards stated project. Only one grant will be awarded per individual or organization per year.
Deadline: Jun 30, 2020.
Education Fund, Rural Women New Zealand
Available to people over 25 who wish to further their training or education in order to improve their skills. Applicants will need to indicate the benefit of their study to the wider community in addition to their personal development. Preference will be given to those in smaller centers/rural areas. Course to be undertaken at a recognized education provider.
Funding information: grants of up to NZD 500
Deadline: Jul 1, 2020.
Grant, The Conservation, Food and Health Foundation
Seeks to protect natural resources, improve the production and distribution of food, and promote public health in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East. Supports projects that demonstrate local leadership and promote professional development in the conservation, agricultural, and health sciences; develop the capacity of local organizations; and address a particular problem or question in the field.
Funding information: average grant is approx. USD 20,000. Grants exceeding USD 30,000 are rarely awarded.
Deadline: Jul 1, 2020.
Academic Scholarship – Women In STEM, ABC Humane Wildlife Control & Prevention, Inc.
To increase the number of women studying and influencing the future of science, including technology, engineering, and math. Essay Prompt: Why are you passionate about science, technology, engineering, or math, and how will your pursuit of these fields help preserve biodiversity, improve the health of our planet, or alleviate human suffering?
Funding information: One (1) award of USD 1,000 will be granted to the top essay submitted, and up to nine other students may receive awards for their submissions.
Deadline: Jul 1, 2020.
Call for Proposals, CODE (see link for eligible countries in Africa)
CODE, through its Context Matters program funds research initiated, designed and undertaken by African researchers. The intent is to support research which is clearly situated in local contexts and recognizes the multifaceted and complex relationships between the local and global in education.
Funding information: up to five (5) research grants of a maximum CAD 10,000 each
Deadline: Jul 3, 2020.
Friends of the Environment Foundation Grant, TD Bank (Canada)
The Foundation supports a wide range of environmental initiatives, with a primary focus on environmental education and green space programs. Eligible projects include schoolyard greening, park revitalization, community gardens, park programming and citizen science initiatives.
Funding information: majority of TD FEF grants are between CAD 2,000 and CAD 8,000
Deadline: Jul 15, 2020.
Special Grant, Tiara Foundation (India)
One-time grant for students who already have an offer of a place in a University overseas for Post Graduate Studies, with a scholarship/fee waiver and teaching assistantship to finance their study.
Funding information: USD 3,500 for U.S. colleges and GBP 2200 for U.K. colleges.
Deadline: Jul 15, 2020.
Requests for Proposals, National Geographic
National Geographic Society and Microsoft’s AI for Earth program partnered to support novel projects that create and deploy AI tools to improve the way they monitor, model, understand, and ultimately manage Earth’s natural resources for a more sustainable future.
Funding information: applicants may request USD 5,000 to USD 100,000.
Deadline: Jul 22, 2020.
U.S. Embassy Port of Spain Public Affairs Section (PAS) Annual Program
Public Affairs Office in the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy Port of Spain of the U.S. Department of State announced an open competition for assistance awards through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). The purpose of funding projects is to further contributions to economic growth and the development of human and government capacity in Trinidad and Tobago, while developing people-to-people, institutional, and economic ties between the US and Trinidad and Tobago.
Award information: may range from a minimum of USD 500 to a maximum of USD 20,000.
Deadline: Sep 30, 2020.
Global Water Futures – Affiliate Projects
The goal of the program is to deliver risk management solutions - informed by leading-edge water science and supported by innovative decision-making tools - to manage water futures in Canada and other cold regions where global warming is changing landscapes, ecosystems, and the water environment.
Deadline: There is no associated closing date with applications.
Global Innovation Fund (GIF)
This program seeks to invest in social innovations that aim to improve the lives and opportunities of millions of people in the developing world. Open to funding innovations in any sector as long as they can demonstrate their innovation improves the lives of those living on less than USD 5 PPP per day.
Range: USD 50,000 – 15,000,000
Deadline: Program is open on an ongoing basis.

Fellowships and other opportunities

New Webinar, Non-Profit Energy Cooperatives as the Catalyst of the Movement of People to Renewable Electricity, University of Houston
Via Zoom teleconference.
Apr 3, 2020.
Fellowship Program, UNESCO
To enhance the capacity-building and human resources development in the area of sustainable and renewable energy sources in developing countries and countries in transition. The training activities in the framework of these fellowships are tenable in specialized institutions in the Russian Federation.
Benefits: roundtrip travel; travel allowance; accommodation/meal stipend; and more
Deadline: Apr 3, 2020.
Teach for Nigeria Fellowship Program
A 2-year full-time paid commitment designed to build a movement of leaders who will work towards eliminating educational inequity in Nigeria. Equips Fellows with transferable leadership skills to effect change beyond the classrooms in the communities they serve.
Benefits: leadership development training, teacher training, networking, access to Mentoring Program, coaching, business training and skills workshops, stipend for 2 years.
Deadline: Apr 4, 2020.
New Interactive Open Online Course, Erasmus+ Virtual Exchange (Erasmus+ or Southern Mediterranean countries)
'Youth, Peace and Security' is a 4-week interactive online course that introduces participants to core concepts of violence, conflict and peace and provides a space to exchange ideas and perspectives with peers on the role of youth in conflict transformation.
Deadline: Apr 5, 2020.
Peking University Postdoctoral Program, IIASA
Open to applicants of all nationalities and aimed at training highly qualified early-career postdoctoral researchers to carry out research in: advanced methodology, technological, economic, and environmental challenges including pollution and risk analysis, energy, ecology, and ecosystems management, and natural resources including water.
Deadline: Apr 13, 2020.
Fellowship Program for Women in Climate Change Science, African Institute for Mathematical Sciences – Next Einstein Initiative
Seeks to increase women’s participation in, and contribution to, a more sustainable societal response to climate change. To build the intellectual capital needed to better our understanding of the causes of climate change in Africa, and to solve the myriad challenges to Africa’s development resulting from climate change.
Award information: fellowship is worth up to USD 35,000
Deadline: Apr 15, 2020.
International Training Program, Sida
Sida is seeking collaborative organizations active in urban water and sanitation, ready to engage in processes for change and to invest in capable and engaged employees as potential change agents.
Benefits: for participants - Increased knowledge of methods and tools for planning services and systems, increased capacity to initiate and drive organizational change processes, and more. For organizations - professional support for more sustainable and inclusive water and sanitation services, collaboration opportunities, and more.
Deadline: Apr 26, 2020.
New Call for Nominations, Young Global Leaders Class 2021
Do you know a leader under 40 who is making an impact on the world and innovating towards the greater good? The mission of the Forum of Young Global Leaders is to create a dynamic global community of exceptional people with the vision, courage and influence to drive positive change in the world.
Deadline: Apr 30, 2020.
Call for Projects, Paris Peace Forum
To select concrete governance solutions which take on global challenges related to the 6 themes comprising the focus of the annual event: peace and security; development; environment, new technologies, inclusive economy; and culture and education.
Deadline: May 12, 2020.
2021-2022 Fulbright-Nehru Master’s Fellowships (India)
To pursue a master's degree program at select US colleges and universities in the areas of Economics; Environmental Science/Studies; International Affairs; Public Administration; Public Health; Urban and Regional Planning; and Women's Studies/Gender Studies; others.
Benefits: J-1 visa support; roundtrip economy air travel from fellow’s home city to host institution in the US; funding for tuition and fees, living and related costs; accident/sickness coverage per US government guidelines.
Deadline: May 15, 2020.
International Training Program, Geological Survey of Sweden (see eligible African countries in link)
Invites subject professionals, from relevant organizations and agencies in Eastern and Southern Africa, to apply for the Advanced International Training Program – Mine Water and Mine Waste Management.
Deadline: May 24, 2020.
Peace Fellowships, Rotary
Designed for leaders with work experience in peace and development. Fellows are committed to community and international service and the pursuit of peace. Tracks to choose from: Master’s degree programs and professional development certificate program
Award information: up to 130 fully funded fellowships (covers tuition and fees, room and board, round-trip transportation, and all internship and field-study expenses.)
Deadline: May 31, 2020.
Online Course, Ethics in Urban Sustainable Development, Earth Charter
Apr 21 – June 5, 2020
This Earth Charter Cities Course will equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to take urban sustainability practices to higher levels by using the Earth Charter (EC) and the Earth Charter Cities (ECC) Manifesto. It helps participants develop a broad approach to sustainability and make the EC Principles actionable at an urban level.
Tech Fellowship, Global Forest Watch
Seeking forest protection advocates who are passionate about using technology for forest monitoring from a variety of sectors including: science, journalism, law enforcement, advocacy and conservation. Fellowship program is one-year long and offers opportunities for skill-building, networking and mentorship. Program includes participation in a four-day tech camp and the 2019 GFW Summit in Washington, D.C. Fellows will receive a stipend and access to funds for related activities.
Deadline: The call for applications opens on February 15, 2019 and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The Fellowship will run from June 2019 through May 2020.
German Chancellor Fellowship for Tomorrow's Leaders (BRICS & USA)
Offers you an opportunity to take the next career step in Germany – irrespective of your field of work. In order to apply, develop your own project idea and find the host of your choice to mentor you.
Deadline: Sep 15, 2020.
Call for Female Applicants: AIMS-Canada Research Chairs in Climate Change Science, International Development Research Centre, Canada and Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
Each Chair will be provided up to USD 970,000 over a four-year period and tasked with executing a world-class research program able to contribute significantly towards building both the human capital and the scientific knowledgebase required to solve important climate change-related problems in Africa and beyond.
The application process will remain open until suitable candidates are identified.
Scholarship for Displaced Students, Columbia University
Supports displaced students from anywhere in the world who are unable to complete their higher education. These students will receive full tuition, housing, and living assistance while pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees across all 18 Columbia schools and affiliates. Scholarship aims to shift the global dialogue surrounding displaced persons, from one that views them as a burden to one that recognizes them as vital contributors to global innovation and prosperity.

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Call for Proposals, Fondation Franklinia
Project must contribute to preserve threatened tree species throughout the world, avoid their extinction and improve their conservation status.
Funding information: favors conservation projects with reasonable budget in relation to proposed activities. Costs/benefits ratio will be an important criterion during project selection. Management costs (overheads) must represent less than 10% of the budget.
Deadline: Feb 21, 2020.
Call for Proposals, Wehubit (Belgian bilateral development cooperation countries)
General objective of the program is to support and improve digitization in view of speeding up sustainable development, strengthening prosperity, reducing inequality and empowering people and businesses in the partner countries of the Belgian Development Cooperation.
Funding information: min. amount is EUR 50,0000 and max. amount is EUR 350,000
Deadline: Feb 21, 2020.
2020 Call for Proposals on "Promotion of Family Farming" in West Africa
The Fondation de France and the French Committee for International Solidarity (CFSI) has announced a 2020 Call for Projects "Promotion of Family Farming in West Africa" to promote local initiatives to increase access to food through viable and sustainable West African family farming, to share the gains on a larger scale and to contribute documentation of the sustainability of this agricultural model that is likely to challenge decision-makers to take these issues into account in public policies.
Funding Information: short-term projects (one-year duration) – EUR 10,000 to EUR 15,000;
multi-year projects (3 years maximum) - maximum amount of EUR 50,000
Deadline: Feb 24, 2020.
Call for Proposals, UN Women Lebanon
Welcomes proposals for partnerships to achieve results under the following thematic areas: 1) Women’s Economic Empowerment – with a focus on building resilience across the humanitarian-development next, complemented with protection services. 2) Women, Peace, and Security.
Funding information: budget range should be USD 50,000 to USD 500,000
Deadline: Feb 25, 2020.
Call for Grant Proposals, Canadian Internet Registration Authority
The application period for CIRA's Community Investment Program is open and organizations can apply for a grant to support projects working to address issues like cybersecurity, digital literacy and internet infrastructure. Especially looking for projects that benefit rural, northern and Indigenous communities.
Funding information: Grants are available up to CAD 100,000; In addition, one grant is available up to CAD 250,000.
Deadline: Feb 25, 2020.
Minorities Fellowship Program, Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
OHCHR’s most comprehensive training program for human rights and minority rights defenders belonging to national or ethnic, religious and linguistic minorities. Serves as an opportunity for human rights activists working towards the protection and promotion of minority rights to expand their partners’ base by building a strategic dialogue with fellow activists from across the globe, the UN, relevant Geneva-based NGOs, and other partners.
Funding information: a return ticket (economy class) from the country of residence to Geneva; basic health insurance for the duration of the Program; a stipend to cover modest accommodation and other living expenses for the duration of the Program.
Deadline: Feb 28, 2020.
Species Conservation Projects, Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund
Open to applications for funding support from conservationists based in all parts of the world, and will potentially support projects focused on any and all kinds of plant, animal and fungus species, subject to the approval of an independent evaluation committee.
Funding information: max. grant size is USD 25,000, but the total budget of a project can be higher if there are other sources of funding.
Deadline: Feb 28, 2020.
Peace Research Grants, International Peace Research Association (IPRA) Foundation
The aim is to advance the field of peace research through rigorous investigation into the causes of conflict and examination of alternatives to violence. Especially interested in projects that investigate how the conditions of peace can be advanced and/or the causes of war and other forms of violence be addressed, including their effects on people and society.
Deadline: Feb 29, 2020.
Impact Grants Program, Woodard & Curran Foundation (US)
Will award innovative project(s) that applies or advances technology to address water (e.g. water, wastewater, stormwater) issues. Open to all US-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits that meet the Foundation’s eligibility requirements.
Funding information: up to two Impact Grants (total available is USD 100,000, whether one or two grants are awarded) to be distributed over three consecutive years: 2020-2023.
Deadline: Feb 29, 2020.
Small Grants Program, Mérieux Foundation (list of countries in link)
Contributes towards financing projects that aim to improve the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases. The projects including mothers and children as beneficiaries will be given priority.
Funding information: selected projects will receive financial support of up to EUR 5,000
Deadline: Mar 1, 2020.
Small Grants Fund, Global Forest Watch
Seeking civil society organizations that have innovative ideas for using the near-real-time data on GFW to combat deforestation through monitoring, enforcement, advocacy and capacity building.
Funding information: grant awards between USD 10,000 – 40,000; individualized training and support; form part of the GFW partnereship
Deadline: Mar 1, 2020.
Call for Proposals, IFAD (see list of countries in link)
A three-year IFAD grant financing to implement the project: Stepping up IFAD’s gender transformative agenda - Women’s land rights (WLR) initiative, to contribute to the development and integration of gender-transformative approaches to promoting women’s land rights into development programs, policies and strategies in selected countries.
Funding information: while no upper limit is set, the applicant must ensure a min. counterpart contribution of US 500,000.
Deadline: Mar 2, 2020.
Small Research Grants, Spencer Foundation
Program is “field-initiated” in that proposal submissions are not in response to a specific request for a particular research topic, discipline, design, method, or location. Goal is to support rigorous, intellectually ambitious and technically sound research that is relevant to the most pressing questions and compelling opportunities in education.
Funding information: proposed budgets are limited to USD 50,000
Deadline: Mar 3, 2020.
Small Grants, International Climate Initiative (IKI) (see list of countries)
To provide support to the implementation of both the United Nation Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in implementing the Paris Agreement as well as the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in addressing the global loss of biodiversity (Aichi Targets and the goals of the future post 2020 Global Biodiversity Framework).
Funding information: up to EUR 100,000. Exceeding amounts not considered.
Deadline: Mar 5, 2020.
Travel Grants Program, Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture
To reinforce efforts and resources in the promotion of inclusive and sustainable agricultural and rural development (ISARD) toward food security and poverty alleviation in the region.
Funding information: up to a maximum of US 1,200 to each qualified agriculture and agriculture-related professionals and social scientists including graduate students in SE Asia.
Deadline: Mar 7, 2020.
Letters of Inquiry for Small Grant, Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund & Fundación Futuro Latinoamericano (Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru)
To implement a capacity-building program for CEPF grantees and key stakeholder groups located in the focus countries, including a regional online training course and in-country event workshops in each of the four CEPF priority countries.
Funding information: provides a max. funding of US 49,950 (includes all costs associated with consultants, travel, workshops, coordination, logistics, taxes and other direct costs.
Deadline: Mar 8, 2020.
Request for Proposals for Multi-year Projects, JRS Biodiversity Foundation (see list of African countries)
Focused on biodiversity data, knowledge and information services related to (1) freshwater biodiversity, (2) pollinator biodiversity, and (3) biodiversity informatics capacity development
Funding information: total requested grant for 1‐3 years may range from about USD 50,000 - USD 250,000.
Deadline: Mar 10, 2020.
Pacific Development and Conservation Trust, New Zealand Government
For projects that promote sustainable development in the Pacific and New Zealand, while conserving the natural environment and cultural heritage of its people.
Funding information: about NZD 250,000 grants awarded each year. There is no min. or max. grant amount. Grants usually range from NZD 2,000 to 50,000.
Deadline: Mar 11, 2020.
New Natural Climate Solutions Accelerator Grant Program (USA)
Support projects with potential to substantially increase the use of natural climate solutions. Focuses on helping kick-start innovative and scalable approaches for reducing emissions and storing more carbon on natural and working lands in the United States.
Funding information: Projects may request up to USD 200,000. In addition, recipients will be offered mentorship, and connection to networks and new partnerships.
Deadline: Mar 13, 2020.
Research and Development (R&D) Fund, Efficiency for Access Coalition (see list of focus countries)
The focus is on projects developing enabling technologies or products for weak and off-grid areas, with a particular focus on interoperability and inclusivity. Overall focus is in recognition of SDG 5 to achieve gender equality, SDG 7 to ensure access to affordable, reliable and sustainable energy, and SDG 10 to reduce inequality within/amongst countries.
Funding information: grants are available from GBP 50,000 to GBP 300,000. Up to GBP 2 million in funding has been made available for this call.
Deadline: Mar 15, 2020.
Agriculture Innovation Center Grant Program, USDA (United States)
Seeking applications to provide grants for “Agriculture Innovation Centers” that will provide technical assistance to agricultural producers to market value-added agricultural products.
Funding information: estimated USD 3,500,000; ceiling USD 1,000,000; floor USD 500,000.
Deadline: Mar 20, 2020.
Call for Proposals from CSOs, European Union (Philippines and EU)
To support CSO's contributions towards reinforced governance, social change and inclusive policy-making in the Philippines and strengthen the capacity of Philippines civil society organizations.
Award information: Indicative allocation of funds by lot: Lot 1 for EUR 889,300 and Lot 2 for EUR 889,300. Requested grants must fall between a min. of EUR 300,000 & max. of 500,000.
Deadline: Mar 24, 2020.
Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program, USDA (USA)
Collaborative solutions may include but are not limited to: research; prevention; planning; policy; preparedness; implementation; best management practices; recovery; and reforestation that promotes the resilience of the country’s urban & community forests.
Funding information: total program funding USD 9,000,000. Award ceiling USD 300,000, award floor USD 100,000
Deadline: Mar 30, 2020.
Call for Proposals, International Fund for Agricultural Development (Latin America & Caribbean)
To promote the inclusion of Renewable Energy Technologies (RETs) in existing IFAD projects and programs in Latin America and Caribbean by successfully supporting the implementation of RETs in agriculture in benefit of smallholder farmers, producers, associations and members of medium enterprises.
Funding information: grant amount is up to USD 2,000,000. Co-financing (in-cash and/or in-kind) provided by the applicant and any additional co-financing is part of the selection criteria. While no upper limit is set, the applicant must ensure a minimum counterpart contribution between USD 500,000 and USD 2,000,000.
Deadline: Mar 30, 2020.
Call for Proposals, US Department of State (Japan)
Open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a program that promotes social inclusion for people with disabilities, with a focus on inclusive education and/or promoting job and career development opportunities for people with disabilities.
Funding information: awards may range from a min. of USD5,000 to a max. of USD75,000.
Deadline: Mar 31, 2020.
Grant Program, Mazda Foundation (New Zealand)
Will consider awarding grants to programs promoting: the maintenance and improvement of the natural environment; the advancement of culture and education to achieve excellence at all levels; young people through advancement of education and employment skills development; the arts to educate and expose the public on NZ culture.
Deadline: Mar 31, 2020.
Recovery of Species on the Brink of Extinction, National Geographic Society
To support priorities of IUCN SSC Species Conservation Plans as well as conservation actions that are endorsed by the relevant IUCN SSC Species Specialist Group. The goal is to halt biodiversity decline by implementing conservation plans for species and groups of species.
Funding information: requests should be less than USD 30,000, but can be up to USD 50,000
Deadline: Apr 10, 2020.
Improving the Quality of Vocational Education and Training (VET) Through Establishment of Sectoral Centers of Excellence Program, European Union (EU/Turkey)
The objective of this call for proposals is: to establish a flexible, transparent, innovative and quality based education system which supports social and economic development and prepares for employment, where all segments of society find the possibility to learn within their own needs.
Funding information: min. amount EUR 200,000; max. amount EUR 600,000
Deadline: Apr 14, 2020.
New Call for Proposals for Regional Projects in Latin America and Caribbean, IDB
Regional Public Goods (RPG) Initiative provides technical grants to finance solutions to shared challenges via regional cooperation. The proposals must involve a collective solution produced by at least three IDB borrowing member countries. Focus areas: gender equality & diversity; climate change & environmental sustainability; institutional capacity & rule of law.
Funding information: size of the grant typically ranges between USD 500,000 and USD 750,000 per project.
Deadline: Apr 15, 2020.
Call for Interdisciplinary Research on Mobility – Global Medicine and Health Research, la Caixa Foundation (Denmark, Germany, Portugal, Spain, UK)
To promote multi-perspective research on how global mobility influences general health, various health determinants and the well-being of local and mobile populations, and how the effects of mobility can be addressed in a sustainable way.
Funding information: Up to 15 unrestricted preparatory grants of EUR 50,000 each for a 10-month period will be awarded to the shortlisted 1st stage applicants; A total grant fund of EUR 9,000,000 is available for project grants of up to EUR 1,500,000 per project, for 4 to 6 projects of a 3 to 5-year duration.
Deadline: Apr 17, 2020.
Call for Proposals, Norway’s International Climate and Forest Initiative (see list of countries)
Civil society organizations are invited to present proposals for projects that contribute to NICFI’s strategic goal, which is that reversed and reduced loss of tropical forest contribute to a stable climate, protect biodiversity and enhance sustainable development.
Funding information: For applications covering a five-year period, priority will be given to projects with a total budget above NOK 20 million.
Deadline: Apr 20, 2020.
Request for Proposals, National Geographic Society
The Enduring Impacts: Archaeology of Sustainability (RFP) focuses on the gathering and analysis of archaeological, paleoenvironmental, and paleoclimatological data for the purposes of increasing understanding of human-environmental interactions over time, to ultimately contribute to mitigating contemporary environmental and climatic crises.
Funding information: applicants may request up to USD 80,000.
Deadline: Apr 22, 2020.
Aquaculture Research Grants Program, USDA - National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USA)
To support the development of an environmentally and economically sustainable aquaculture industry in the United States by generating new, science-based information and technology to address industry constraints.
Funding information: Standard Research Projects – up to USD 300,000 (total project, not per year).
Deadline: Apr 22, 2020.
Social Justice Small Grants, Mercy Foundation (Australia)
Provides seed funding to assist communities and organizations to build capacity that will help create structural change and bring about greater social justice in Australia. The focus for 2020 is ‘Justice in the digital world’. Program is only available to nonprofit organizations.
Funding information: amounts range from AUD 1,000 to AUD 10,000.
Deadline: Apr 27, 2020.
New Call for Proposals, Research Grants, International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (see list of eligible ICGEB countries)
Dedicated source of funding aimed at financing projects addressing original scientific problems of particular relevance for the host country and of regional interest. Provides support for research projects in basic science, human healthcare, industrial and agricultural biotechnology and bioenergy.
Funding information: maximum annual contribution is EUR 25,000.
Deadline: Apr 30, 2020.
Grant Program, The Lawrence Foundation
The foundation is focused on making grants to support environmental, human services, disaster relief, and other causes. Grants are awarded twice a year.
Funding information: grants typically range between USD 5,000 – USD 10,000.
Deadline: Apr 30, 2020.
Patagonia: Corporate Grants Program in the United States
Accepting applications for its Corporate Grants Program to fund environmental work that takes place within the United States and is either national in scope or not located near one of their U.S. retail stores. The Corporate Grants Program supports small grassroots activist organizations with provocative direct-action agendas, working strategically on multipronged campaigns to preserve and protect their environment.
Funding Information: The funding range for a corporate grant is typically between USD 10,000 and USD 20,000, depending on the specific needs of the project.
Deadline: Apr 30, 2020.
Small Grants Program, The Fund for Wild Nature (US and Canada)
Provides small grants for North American campaigns to save native species and wild ecosystems, with an emphasis on actions designed to defend threatened wilderness and biological diversity. Supports biocentric goals premised on effective/intelligible strategies.
Funding information: grants awarded currently range USD 3,000 or less. Applicants’ annual budget must be USD 250,000 or less.
Deadline: May 1, 2020.
Small Grants Program for the Purchase of Nature, International Union for Conservation of Nature Netherlands (NGOs in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Pacific)
Provides funds for local NGOs to acquire (through purchase or lease) threatened nature, create safe reserves and connect wildlife habitats for endangered species.
Funding information: maximum financial assistance is EUR 85,000
Deadline: May 1, 2020.
New International Climate Initiative (IKI) Medium Grants 2020 (Germany)
Focus is on climate change mitigation and biodiversity. IKI primarily funds large-scale programs via thematic and country-specific selection procedures to accelerate transformation towards a sustainable, low-carbon economy and its connected supply structures.
Funding information: A grant of between EUR 300,000 and a maximum of EUR 800,000 can be awarded per project.
Deadline: May 12, 2020.
Call for Proposals for Accessible Technology Program, Government of Canada
Aims to co-fund innovative projects led by the private sector, not-for-profit organizations and research institutes to develop new assistive and adaptive digital devices and technologies in order to make it easier for Canadians with disabilities to more fully participate in the digital economy.
Funding information: remaining available funds for new proposals amounts to approximately CAD 1,000,000
Deadline: Jun 2, 2020.
Energize the Environment Program, Quadratec Cares (US)
Supports enthusiasts working towards improving the environment. Any individual, group, or organization in the US who has a love for all things environmental, and has an idea or event designed to help improve their environment, is eligible.
Funding information: recipient or organization will receive a one-time USD 3,500 payment to be used exclusively towards stated project. Only one grant will be awarded per individual or organization per year.
Deadline: Jun 30, 2020.
Academic Scholarship – Women In STEM, ABC Humane Wildlife Control & Prevention, Inc.
To increase the number of women studying and influencing the future of science, including technology, engineering, and math. Essay Prompt: Why are you passionate about science, technology, engineering, or math, and how will your pursuit of these fields help preserve biodiversity, improve the health of our planet, or alleviate human suffering?
Funding information: One (1) award of USD 1,000 will be granted to the top essay submitted, and up to nine other students may receive awards for their submissions.
Deadline: Jul 1, 2020.
U.S. Embassy Port of Spain Public Affairs Section (PAS) Annual Program
Public Affairs Office in the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy Port of Spain of the U.S. Department of State announced an open competition for assistance awards through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). The purpose of funding projects is to further contributions to economic growth and the development of human and government capacity in Trinidad and Tobago, while developing people-to-people, institutional, and economic ties between the US and Trinidad and Tobago.
Award information: may range from a minimum of USD 500 to a maximum of USD 20,000.
Deadline: Sep 30, 2020.
Global Water Futures – Affiliate Projects
The goal of the program is to deliver risk management solutions - informed by leading-edge water science and supported by innovative decision-making tools - to manage water futures in Canada and other cold regions where global warming is changing landscapes, ecosystems, and the water environment.
Deadline: There is no associated closing date with applications.
Global Innovation Fund (GIF)
This program seeks to invest in social innovations that aim to improve the lives and opportunities of millions of people in the developing world. Open to funding innovations in any sector as long as they can demonstrate their innovation improves the lives of those living on less than USD 5 PPP per day.
Range: USD 50,000 – 15,000,000
Deadline: Program is open on an ongoing basis.

Fellowships and other opportunities

European Development Days 2020 Young Leaders Program
Looking for 17 extraordinary young people aged 21-26 who can represent the powerful impact that youth are having in the sustainable development field.
Benefits: 10-day visit to Brussels, where Young Leaders will meet EU experts, stakeholders and play a leading role in the program, which will include speaking in various sessions alongside global leaders.
Deadline: Feb 21, 2020.
Young Leaders Program, UN Youth Envoy
Convened by the Secretary-General’s Envoy on Youth, the Young Leaders come together as a community to support efforts to engage young people in the realization of the SDGs both through strategic opportunities with the UN and through their existing initiatives, platforms, and networks.
Deadline: Feb 22, 2020.
Ideas for Action Challenge
The World Bank Group and the Zicklin Center at Wharton are pleased to announce the 2020 Ideas for Action (I4A) competition, which engages young people (18-35 years old) to develop innovative solutions in support of the implementation of the SDGs.
Deadline: Feb 29, 2020.
International Climate Protection Fellowship, Humboldt Foundation (list of countries)
Enables prospective leaders in academia and industry to implement a research-based proposal in the field of climate protection or climate-related resource conservation during a one-year stay in Germany.
Deadline: March 1, 2020.
Teach for India Fellowship Program
Opportunity for students and professionals with a Bachelor’s degree serve as full-time teachers to children from low-income communities in some of the nation’s most under-resourced schools.
Award information: salary of Rs 20,412 per month, housing allowance ranging from Rs 5,300 to 10,000 (depending on city and if required to relocate), and allowance for school supplies.
Deadline: March 1, 2020.
Young Leaders Program, Women Deliver
Connects outstanding young advocates with the platforms, the people, and the resources that can amplify their influence on a larger scale. With an emphasis on sexual and reproductive health and rights, Women Deliver elevates the work of young people taking a stand for gender equality.
Benefits: global visibility; networking opportunities; alumni membership; continued support
Deadline: Mar 13, 2020.
International Training Program (ITP), Sida (Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia)
Seeking collaborative organizations active in urban water and sanitation, ready to engage in processes for change and invest in employees as potential change agents.
Award information: benefits for participants – increased knowledge of methods/tools for sustainable urban water and sanitation services/systems; increased capacity to initiate and drive organizational change processes; shared experiences from colleagues; extended professional network. Benefits for organizations - professional support for more sustainable and inclusive water/sanitation services; educated and encouraged staff; collaboration opportunities with various organizations, experts and agencies.
Deadline: Mar 13, 2020.
Puerto Rico Youth Fellowship, Open Society Foundations
Human rights projects could include those relating to criminal justice, workers’ rights, LGBTTIQ rights, food justice, environmental justice, education (including the right to public education), health, housing, or immigration, among other subject areas.
Benefits: USD 45,000, structured to cover project related costs as well as a living stipend.
Deadline: Mar 15, 2020.
Call for Proposals, Professional Development Workshops, European Evaluation Society
The professional development sessions constitute a unique opportunity for the community of professionals in evaluation to gain knowledge and experience from stimulating and knowledgeable presenters, and to exchange with colleagues. It also provides presenters with an opportunity to share and discuss their knowledge and experience with highly motivated participants from all over the world.
Deadline: Mar 15, 2020.
Pre- and Post-Doctoral Mellon Fellowships, The Climate Museum
Seeks applications from humanities scholars who wish to engage the public on climate change and inequality. Fellows will work with staff and partners to develop public programs exploring the many ways in which the climate crisis is a social justice crisis.
Benefits: The pre-doctoral fellowship includes a stipend of USD 32,000 a year, as well as health and dental insurance. The post-doctoral fellowship includes a stipend of USD 63,000 a year, as well as health and dental insurance.
Deadline: Mar 15, 2020.
Research Fellowship Program, Jacobs Foundation
Program for early career researchers whose work is dedicated to improving the development, learning and living conditions of children and youth. Thematic priorities include, but are not limited to educational sciences, psychology, economics, sociology, family studies, media studies, political sciences, linguistics, neurosciences, and medical sciences.
Funding information: amount CHF 150,000; period: 3 years; fellowships per year: up to 12
Deadline: Mar 16, 2020.
New Fonds de recherche du Québec Postdoctoral Program, IIASA (Quebec, Canada)
Designed to foster the mobility of new researchers toward scientifically stimulating and dynamic environments. The research interests of the candidates should be aligned with sustainable development goals as stand-alone topics or combined with any of the following: advanced systems analysis, air quality & GHG, ecosystems services & management, energy, evolution & ecology, risk & resilience, transitions to new technologies, water, population.
Deadline: Mar 18, 2020.
Fellowship Program, UNESCO
To enhance the capacity-building and human resources development in the area of sustainable and renewable energy sources in developing countries and countries in transition. The training activities in the framework of these fellowships are tenable in specialized institutions in the Russian Federation.
Benefits: roundtrip travel; travel allowance; accommodation/meal stipend; and more
Deadline: Apr 3, 2020.
New Teach for Nigeria Fellowship Program
A 2-year full-time paid commitment designed to build a movement of leaders who will work towards eliminating educational inequity in Nigeria. Equips Fellows with transferable leadership skills to effect change beyond the classrooms in the communities they serve.
Benefits: leadership development training, teacher training, networking, access to Mentoring Program, coaching, business training and skills workshops, stipend for 2 years.
Deadline: Apr 4, 2020.
New Peking University Postdoctoral Program, IIASA
Open to applicants of all nationalities and aimed at training highly qualified early-career postdoctoral researchers to carry out research in: advanced methodology, technological, economic, and environmental challenges including pollution and risk analysis, energy, ecology, and ecosystems management, and natural resources including water.
Deadline: Apr 13, 2020.
International Training Program, Sida
Sida is seeking collaborative organizations active in urban water and sanitation, ready to engage in processes for change and to invest in capable and engaged employees as potential change agents.
Benefits: for participants - Increased knowledge of methods and tools for planning services and systems, increased capacity to initiate and drive organizational change processes, and more. For organizations - professional support for more sustainable and inclusive water and sanitation services, collaboration opportunities, and more.
Deadline: Apr 26, 2020.
New 2021-2022 Fulbright-Nehru Master’s Fellowships (India)
To pursue a master's degree program at select US colleges and universities in the areas of Economics; Environmental Science/Studies; International Affairs; Public Administration; Public Health; Urban and Regional Planning; and Women's Studies/Gender Studies; others.
Benefits: J-1 visa support; roundtrip economy air travel from fellow’s home city to host institution in the US; funding for tuition and fees, living and related costs; accident/sickness coverage per US government guidelines.
Deadline: May 15, 2020.
New Peace Fellowships, Rotary
Designed for leaders with work experience in peace and development. Fellows are committed to community and international service and the pursuit of peace. Tracks to choose from: Master’s degree programs and professional development certificate program.
Award information: up to 130 fully funded fellowships (covers tuition and fees, room and board, round-trip transportation, and all internship and field-study expenses.)
Deadline: May 31, 2020.
New Online Course, Ethics in Urban Sustainable Development, Earth Charter
Apr 21 – June 5, 2020
This Earth Charter Cities Course will equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to take urban sustainability practices to higher levels by using the Earth Charter (EC) and the Earth Charter Cities (ECC) Manifesto. It helps participants develop a broad approach to sustainability and make the EC Principles actionable at an urban level.
Tech Fellowship, Global Forest Watch
Seeking forest protection advocates who are passionate about using technology for forest monitoring from a variety of sectors including: science, journalism, law enforcement, advocacy and conservation. Fellowship program is one-year long and offers opportunities for skill-building, networking and mentorship. Program includes participation in a four-day tech camp and the 2019 GFW Summit in Washington, D.C. Fellows will receive a stipend and access to funds for related activities.
Deadline: The call for applications opens on February 15, 2019 and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The Fellowship will run from June 2019 through May 2020.
Call for Female Applicants: AIMS-Canada Research Chairs in Climate Change Science, International Development Research Centre, Canada and Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
Each Chair will be provided up to USD 970,000 over a four-year period and tasked with executing a world-class research program able to contribute significantly towards building both the human capital and the scientific knowledgebase required to solve important climate change-related problems in Africa and beyond.
The application process will remain open until suitable candidates are identified.
Scholarship for Displaced Students, Columbia University
Supports displaced students from anywhere in the world who are unable to complete their higher education. These students will receive full tuition, housing, and living assistance while pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees across all 18 Columbia schools and affiliates. Scholarship aims to shift the global dialogue surrounding displaced persons, from one that views them as a burden to one that recognizes them as vital contributors to global innovation and prosperity.

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Grant-making opportunities

Seed Funding for Cooperation Projects in the Baltic Sea Region
The Swedish Institute seeks to strengthen Sweden’s relations and develop cooperation with the countries around the Baltic Sea and in their immediate area. The project activities that the Swedish Institute supports via ‘seed funding’ must be clearly linked to one or more of the challenges identified in the EU Strategy for the Baltic Sea region. Projects including countries in the EU Eastern Partnership must also relate to it.
Funding Information: A project can apply for SEK 100,000 to SEK 500,000.
Deadline: Feb 12, 2020.
Call for Proposals, CEPI
Rolling funding opportunity to rapidly develop and manufacture already proven vaccine technology approach that can be used against the new coronavirus. In coordination with WHO, CEPI is promoting the development of new vaccines against the emerging threat.
Deadline: Feb 14, 2020.
Youth Grants, Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation (United States)
Looking for the best ideas from young people about how they can help end childhood hunger in their communities. Supporting youth leaders ages 5-25 to turn their ideas into action and make an impact on the issue of childhood hunger on Global Youth Service Day (GYSD) – April 17-19, 2020 – and beyond.
Funding information: grants up to USD 1,200
Deadline: Feb 16, 2020.
Call for Project Ideas, European Climate Initiative (EU)
Supports projects that enhance the implementation of the EU climate and energy framework, support the transition to low-emission economies and societies in the EU, conduct trans-national climate education and foster a better understanding of Germany’s climate policy in the EU. The initiative focuses on: creating awareness/pooling knowledge, establishing networks and exchanging successful models, and capacity development.
Funding information: a grant between EUR 50,000 and at most EUR 1,000,000 may be made for each project. The project’s term should not be more than 28 months and must be concluded in March 2023 at the latest.
Deadline: Feb 18, 2020.
Environmental Damages Fund (EDF), Government of Canada
To restore the environment and conserve wildlife and habitats in a scientifically sound, cost-effective, and technically feasible way. Project categories: restoration, environmental quality improvement, research and development, education and awareness.
Funding information: Details on available funds and fund use requirements can be found on the Available Funds page
Deadline: Feb 18, 2020.
New Call for Proposals, Fondation Franklinia
Project must contribute to preserve threatened tree species throughout the world, avoid their extinction and improve their conservation status.
Funding information: favors conservation projects with reasonable budget in relation to proposed activities. Costs/benefits ratio will be an important criterion during project selection. Management costs (overheads) must represent less than 10% of the budget.
Deadline: Feb 21, 2020.
Call for Proposals, Wehubit (Belgian bilateral development cooperation countries)
General objective of the program is to support and improve digitization in view of speeding up sustainable development, strengthening prosperity, reducing inequality and empowering people and businesses in the partner countries of the Belgian Development Cooperation.
Funding information: min. amount is EUR 50,0000 and max. amount is EUR 350,000
Deadline: Feb 21, 2020.
2020 Call for Proposals on "Promotion of Family Farming" in West Africa
The Fondation de France and the French Committee for International Solidarity (CFSI) has announced a 2020 Call for Projects "Promotion of Family Farming in West Africa" to promote local initiatives to increase access to food through viable and sustainable West African family farming, to share the gains on a larger scale and to contribute documentation of the sustainability of this agricultural model that is likely to challenge decision-makers to take these issues into account in public policies.
Funding Information: short-term projects (one-year duration) – EUR 10,000 to EUR 15,000;
multi-year projects (3 years maximum) - maximum amount of EUR 50,000
Deadline: Feb 24, 2020.
Call for Proposals, UN Women Lebanon
Welcomes proposals for partnerships to achieve results under the following thematic areas: 1) Women’s Economic Empowerment – with a focus on building resilience across the humanitarian-development next, complemented with protection services. 2) Women, Peace, and Security.
Funding information: budget range should be USD 50,000 to USD 500,000
Deadline: Feb 25, 2020.
Call for Grant Proposals, Canadian Internet Registration Authority
The application period for CIRA's Community Investment Program is open and organizations can apply for a grant to support projects working to address issues like cybersecurity, digital literacy and internet infrastructure. Especially looking for projects that benefit rural, northern and Indigenous communities.
Funding information: Grants are available up to CAD 100,000; In addition, one grant is available up to CAD 250,000.
Deadline: Feb 25, 2020.
Minorities Fellowship Program, Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
OHCHR’s most comprehensive training program for human rights and minority rights defenders belonging to national or ethnic, religious and linguistic minorities. Serves as an opportunity for human rights activists working towards the protection and promotion of minority rights to expand their partners’ base by building a strategic dialogue with fellow activists from across the globe, the UN, relevant Geneva-based NGOs, and other partners.
Funding information: a return ticket (economy class) from the country of residence to Geneva; basic health insurance for the duration of the Program; a stipend to cover modest accommodation and other living expenses for the duration of the Program.
Deadline: Feb 28, 2020.
Species Conservation Projects, Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund
Open to applications for funding support from conservationists based in all parts of the world, and will potentially support projects focused on any and all kinds of plant, animal and fungus species, subject to the approval of an independent evaluation committee.
Funding information: max. grant size is USD 25,000, but the total budget of a project can be higher if there are other sources of funding.
Deadline: Feb 28, 2020.
Peace Research Grants, International Peace Research Association (IPRA) Foundation
The aim is to advance the field of peace research through rigorous investigation into the causes of conflict and examination of alternatives to violence. Especially interested in projects that investigate how the conditions of peace can be advanced and/or the causes of war and other forms of violence be addressed, including their effects on people and society.
Deadline: Feb 29, 2020.
Impact Grants Program, Woodard & Curran Foundation (US)
Will award innovative project(s) that applies or advances technology to address water (e.g. water, wastewater, stormwater) issues. Open to all US-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits that meet the Foundation’s eligibility requirements.
Funding information: up to two Impact Grants (total available is USD 100,000, whether one or two grants are awarded) to be distributed over three consecutive years: 2020-2023.
Deadline: Feb 29, 2020.
Small Grants Program, Mérieux Foundation (list of countries in link)
Contributes towards financing projects that aim to improve the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases. The projects including mothers and children as beneficiaries will be given priority.
Funding information: selected projects will receive financial support of up to EUR 5,000
Deadline: Mar 1, 2020.
Small Grants Fund, Global Forest Watch
Seeking civil society organizations that have innovative ideas for using the near-real-time data on GFW to combat deforestation through monitoring, enforcement, advocacy and capacity building.
Funding information: grant awards between USD 10,000 – 40,000; individualized training and support; form part of the GFW partnereship
Deadline: Mar 1, 2020.
New Call for Proposals, IFAD (see list of countries in link)
A three-year IFAD grant financing to implement the project: Stepping up IFAD’s gender transformative agenda - Women’s land rights (WLR) initiative, to contribute to the development and integration of gender-transformative approaches to promoting women’s land rights into development programs, policies and strategies in selected countries
Funding information: while no upper limit is set, the applicant must ensure a min. counterpart contribution of US 500,000.
Deadline: Mar 2, 2020.
Small Research Grants, Spencer Foundation
Program is “field-initiated” in that proposal submissions are not in response to a specific request for a particular research topic, discipline, design, method, or location. Goal is to support rigorous, intellectually ambitious and technically sound research that is relevant to the most pressing questions and compelling opportunities in education.
Funding information: proposed budgets are limited to USD 50,000
Deadline: Mar 3, 2020.
Small Grants, International Climate Initiative (IKI) (see list of countries)
To provide support to the implementation of both the United Nation Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in implementing the Paris Agreement as well as the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in addressing the global loss of biodiversity (Aichi Targets and the goals of the future post 2020 Global Biodiversity Framework).
Funding information: up to EUR 100,000. Exceeding amounts not considered.
Deadline: Mar 5, 2020.
Travel Grants Program, Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture
To reinforce efforts and resources in the promotion of inclusive and sustainable agricultural and rural development (ISARD) toward food security and poverty alleviation in the region.
Funding information: up to a maximum of US 1,200 to each qualified agriculture and agriculture-related professionals and social scientists including graduate students in SE Asia.
Deadline: Mar 7, 2020.
New Letters of Inquiry for Small Grant, Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund & Fundación Futuro Latinoamericano (Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru)
To implement a capacity-building program for CEPF grantees and key stakeholder groups located in the focus countries, including a regional online training course and in-country event workshops in each of the four CEPF priority countries.
Funding information: provides a max. funding of US 49,950 (includes all costs associated with consultants, travel, workshops, coordination, logistics, taxes and other direct costs.
Deadline: Mar 8, 2020.
Request for Proposals for Multi-year Projects, JRS Biodiversity Foundation (see list of African countries)
Focused on biodiversity data, knowledge and information services related to (1) freshwater biodiversity, (2) pollinator biodiversity, and (3) biodiversity informatics capacity development
Funding information: total requested grant for 1‐3 years may range from about USD 50,000 - USD 250,000.
Deadline: Mar 10, 2020.
Pacific Development and Conservation Trust, New Zealand Government
For projects that promote sustainable development in the Pacific and New Zealand, while conserving the natural environment and cultural heritage of its people.
Funding information: about NZD 250,000 grants awarded each year. There is no min. or max. grant amount. Grants usually range from NZD 2,000 to 50,000.
Deadline: Mar 11, 2020.
Research and Development (R&D) Fund, Efficiency for Access Coalition (see list of focus countries)
The focus is on projects developing enabling technologies or products for weak and off-grid areas, with a particular focus on interoperability and inclusivity. Overall focus is in recognition of SDG 5 to achieve gender equality, SDG 7 to ensure access to affordable, reliable and sustainable energy, and SDG 10 to reduce inequality within/amongst countries.
Funding information: grants are available from GBP 50,000 to GBP 300,000. Up to GBP 2 million in funding has been made available for this call.
Deadline: Mar 15, 2020.
Agriculture Innovation Center Grant Program, USDA (United States)
Seeking applications to provide grants for “Agriculture Innovation Centers” that will provide technical assistance to agricultural producers to market value-added agricultural products.
Funding information: estimated USD 3,500,000; ceiling USD 1,000,000; floor USD 500,000.
Deadline: Mar 20, 2020.
Call for Proposals from CSOs, European Union (Philippines and EU)
To support CSO's contributions towards reinforced governance, social change and inclusive policy-making in the Philippines and strengthen the capacity of Philippines civil society organizations.
Award information: Indicative allocation of funds by lot: Lot 1 for EUR 889,300 and Lot 2 for EUR 889,300. Requested grants must fall between a min. of EUR 300,000 & max. of 500,000.
Deadline: Mar 24, 2020.
Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program, USDA (USA)
Collaborative solutions may include but are not limited to: research; prevention; planning; policy; preparedness; implementation; best management practices; recovery; and reforestation that promotes the resilience of the country’s urban & community forests.
Funding information: total program funding USD 9,000,000. Award ceiling USD 300,000, award floor USD 100,000
Deadline: Mar 30, 2020.
Call for Proposals, International Fund for Agricultural Development (Latin America & Caribbean)
To promote the inclusion of Renewable Energy Technologies (RETs) in existing IFAD projects and programs in Latin America and Caribbean by successfully supporting the implementation of RETs in agriculture in benefit of smallholder farmers, producers, associations and members of medium enterprises.
Funding information: grant amount is up to USD 2,000,000. Co-financing (in-cash and/or in-kind) provided by the applicant and any additional co-financing is part of the selection criteria. While no upper limit is set, the applicant must ensure a minimum counterpart contribution between USD 500,000 and USD 2,000,000.
Deadline: Mar 30, 2020.
Call for Proposals, US Department of State (Japan)
Open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a program that promotes social inclusion for people with disabilities, with a focus on inclusive education and/or promoting job and career development opportunities for people with disabilities.
Funding information: awards may range from a min. of USD5,000 to a max. of USD75,000.
Deadline: Mar 31, 2020.
Grant Program, Mazda Foundation (New Zealand)
Will consider awarding grants to programs promoting: the maintenance and improvement of the natural environment; the advancement of culture and education to achieve excellence at all levels; young people through advancement of education and employment skills development; the arts to educate and expose the public on NZ culture.
Deadline: Mar 31, 2020.
Recovery of Species on the Brink of Extinction, National Geographic Society
To support priorities of IUCN SSC Species Conservation Plans as well as conservation actions that are endorsed by the relevant IUCN SSC Species Specialist Group. The goal is to halt biodiversity decline by implementing conservation plans for species and groups of species.
Funding information: requests should be less than USD 30,000, but can be up to USD 50,000
Deadline: Apr 10, 2020.
Improving the Quality of Vocational Education and Training (VET) Through Establishment of Sectoral Centers of Excellence Program, European Union (EU/Turkey)
The objective of this call for proposals is: to establish a flexible, transparent, innovative and quality based education system which supports social and economic development and prepares for employment, where all segments of society find the possibility to learn within their own needs.
Funding information: min. amount EUR 200,000; max. amount EUR 600,000
Deadline: Apr 14, 2020.
Call for Interdisciplinary Research on Mobility – Global Medicine and Health Research, la Caixa Foundation (Denmark, Germany, Portugal, Spain, UK)
To promote multi-perspective research on how global mobility influences general health, various health determinants and the well-being of local and mobile populations, and how the effects of mobility can be addressed in a sustainable way.
Funding information: Up to 15 unrestricted preparatory grants of EUR 50,000 each for a 10-month period will be awarded to the shortlisted 1st stage applicants; A total grant fund of EUR 9,000,000 is available for project grants of up to EUR 1,500,000 per project, for 4 to 6 projects of a 3 to 5-year duration.
Deadline: Apr 17, 2020.
Call for Proposals, Norway’s International Climate and Forest Initiative (see list of countries)
Civil society organizations are invited to present proposals for projects that contribute to NICFI’s strategic goal, which is that reversed and reduced loss of tropical forest contribute to a stable climate, protect biodiversity and enhance sustainable development.
Funding information: For applications covering a five-year period, priority will be given to projects with a total budget above NOK 20 million.
Deadline: Apr 20, 2020.
New Request for Proposals, National Geographic Society
The Enduring Impacts: Archaeology of Sustainability (RFP) focuses on the gathering and analysis of archaeological, paleoenvironmental, and paleoclimatological data for the purposes of increasing understanding of human-environmental interactions over time, to ultimately contribute to mitigating contemporary environmental and climatic crises.
Funding information: applicants may request up to USD 80,000.
Deadline: Apr 22, 2020.
New Aquaculture Research Grants Program, USDA - National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USA)
To support the development of an environmentally and economically sustainable aquaculture industry in the United States by generating new, science-based information and technology to address industry constraints.
Funding information: Standard Research Projects – up to USD 300,000 (total project, not per year).
Deadline: Apr 22, 2020.
Social Justice Small Grants, Mercy Foundation (Australia)
Provides seed funding to assist communities and organizations to build capacity that will help create structural change and bring about greater social justice in Australia. The focus for 2020 is ‘Justice in the digital world’. Program is only available to nonprofit organizations.
Funding information: amounts range from AUD 1,000 to AUD 10,000.
Deadline: Apr 27, 2020.
Grant Program, The Lawrence Foundation
The foundation is focused on making grants to support environmental, human services, disaster relief, and other causes. Grants are awarded twice a year.
Funding information: grants typically range between USD 5,000 – USD 10,000.
Deadline: Apr 30, 2020.
Patagonia: Corporate Grants Program in the United States
Accepting applications for its Corporate Grants Program to fund environmental work that takes place within the United States and is either national in scope or not located near one of their U.S. retail stores. The Corporate Grants Program supports small grassroots activist organizations with provocative direct-action agendas, working strategically on multipronged campaigns to preserve and protect their environment.
Funding Information: The funding range for a corporate grant is typically between USD 10,000 and USD 20,000, depending on the specific needs of the project.
Deadline: Apr 30, 2020.
Small Grants Program, The Fund for Wild Nature (US and Canada)
Provides small grants for North American campaigns to save native species and wild ecosystems, with an emphasis on actions designed to defend threatened wilderness and biological diversity. Supports biocentric goals premised on effective/intelligible strategies.
Funding information: grants awarded currently range USD 3,000 or less. Applicants’ annual budget must be USD 250,000 or less.
Deadline: May 1, 2020.
Small Grants Program for the Purchase of Nature, International Union for Conservation of Nature Netherlands (NGOs in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Pacific)
Provides funds for local NGOs to acquire (through purchase or lease) threatened nature, create safe reserves and connect wildlife habitats for endangered species.
Funding information: maximum financial assistance is EUR 85,000
Deadline: May 1, 2020.
Call for Proposals for Accessible Technology Program, Government of Canada
Aims to co-fund innovative projects led by the private sector, not-for-profit organizations and research institutes to develop new assistive and adaptive digital devices and technologies in order to make it easier for Canadians with disabilities to more fully participate in the digital economy.
Funding information: remaining available funds for new proposals amounts to approximately CAD 1,000,000
Deadline: Jun 2, 2020.
Energize the Environment Program, Quadratec Cares (US)
Supports enthusiasts working towards improving the environment. Any individual, group, or organization in the US who has a love for all things environmental, and has an idea or event designed to help improve their environment, is eligible.
Funding information: recipient or organization will receive a one-time USD 3,500 payment to be used exclusively towards stated project. Only one grant will be awarded per individual or organization per year.
Deadline: Jun 30, 2020.
Academic Scholarship – Women In STEM, ABC Humane Wildlife Control & Prevention, Inc.
To increase the number of women studying and influencing the future of science, including technology, engineering, and math. Essay Prompt: Why are you passionate about science, technology, engineering, or math, and how will your pursuit of these fields help preserve biodiversity, improve the health of our planet, or alleviate human suffering?
Funding information: One (1) award of USD 1,000 will be granted to the top essay submitted, and up to nine other students may receive awards for their submissions.
Deadline: Jul 1, 2020.
U.S. Embassy Port of Spain Public Affairs Section (PAS) Annual Program
Public Affairs Office in the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy Port of Spain of the U.S. Department of State announced an open competition for assistance awards through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). The purpose of funding projects is to further contributions to economic growth and the development of human and government capacity in Trinidad and Tobago, while developing people-to-people, institutional, and economic ties between the US and Trinidad and Tobago.
Award information: may range from a minimum of USD 500 to a maximum of USD 20,000.
Deadline: Sep 30, 2020.
Global Water Futures – Affiliate Projects
The goal of the program is to deliver risk management solutions - informed by leading-edge water science and supported by innovative decision-making tools - to manage water futures in Canada and other cold regions where global warming is changing landscapes, ecosystems, and the water environment.
Deadline: There is no associated closing date with applications.
Global Innovation Fund (GIF)
This program seeks to invest in social innovations that aim to improve the lives and opportunities of millions of people in the developing world. Open to funding innovations in any sector as long as they can demonstrate their innovation improves the lives of those living on less than USD 5 PPP per day.
Range: USD 50,000 – 15,000,000
Deadline: Program is open on an ongoing basis.

Fellowships and other opportunities

Soros Equality Fellowship, Open Society Foundation
To support emerging mid-career professionals who will become long-term innovative leaders impacting racial justice. The aim is to incubate new ideas, promote risk-taking, and develop different ways of thinking that challenge and expand our existing assumptions.
Award information: USD 100,000 to support the production of an innovative racial justice project over the course of 18 months.
Deadline: Feb 13, 2020.
FAMAE: Food for Good Challenge to Develop Innovative and Concrete Solution
The FAMAE is seeking applications for the Food for Good Challenge to develop an innovative and concrete solution from field to fork to deliver fair, sustainable & healthy food, for everybody, everywhere. The goal of the FAMAE endowment fund is to seek pragmatic, efficient, durable, universal and money-saving solutions to make life easier for urban citizens while reducing their environmental footprint.
Award information: Funding will be at least EUR 15,000 per category and may reach nearly EUR 2,000,000.
Deadline: Feb 14, 2020.
Women in Wind Global Leadership Program 2020, Global Wind Energy Council & Global Women’s Network for the Energy Transition (list of eligible countries in link)
The program is designed to accelerate the careers of women in the wind industry, support their pathway to leadership positions and foster a global network of mentorship, knowledge-sharing and empowerment.
Benefits: mentorship program, week-long conference in Europe, network-building opportunities, and more.
Deadline: Feb 16, 2020.
European Development Days 2020 Young Leaders Program
Looking for 17 extraordinary young people aged 21-26 who can represent the powerful impact that youth are having in the sustainable development field.
Benefits: 10-day visit to Brussels, where Young Leaders will meet EU experts, stakeholders and play a leading role in the program, which will include speaking in various sessions alongside global leaders.
Deadline: Feb 21, 2020.
New Young Leaders Program, UN Youth Envoy
Convened by the Secretary-General’s Envoy on Youth, the Young Leaders come together as a community to support efforts to engage young people in the realization of the SDGs both through strategic opportunities with the UN and through their existing initiatives, platforms, and networks.
Deadline: Feb 22, 2020.
New Ideas for Action Challenge
The World Bank Group and the Zicklin Center at Wharton are pleased to announce the 2020 Ideas for Action (I4A) competition, which engages young people (18-35 years old) to develop innovative solutions in support of the implementation of the SDGs.
Deadline: Feb 29, 2020.
International Climate Protection Fellowship, Humboldt Foundation (list of countries)
Enables prospective leaders in academia and industry to implement a research-based proposal in the field of climate protection or climate-related resource conservation during a one-year stay in Germany.
Deadline: March 1, 2020.
Teach for India Fellowship Program
Opportunity for students and professionals with a Bachelor’s degree serve as full-time teachers to children from low-income communities in some of the nation’s most under-resourced schools.
Award information: salary of Rs 20,412 per month, housing allowance ranging from Rs 5,300 to 10,000 (depending on city and if required to relocate), and allowance for school supplies.
Deadline: March 1, 2020.
New Young Leaders Program, Women Deliver
Connects outstanding young advocates with the platforms, the people, and the resources that can amplify their influence on a larger scale. With an emphasis on sexual and reproductive health and rights, Women Deliver elevates the work of young people taking a stand for gender equality.
Benefits: global visibility; networking opportunities; alumni membership; continued support
Deadline: Mar 13, 2020.
International Training Program (ITP), Sida (Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia)
Seeking collaborative organizations active in urban water and sanitation, ready to engage in processes for change and invest in employees as potential change agents.
Award information: benefits for participants – increased knowledge of methods/tools for sustainable urban water and sanitation services/systems; increased capacity to initiate and drive organizational change processes; shared experiences from colleagues; extended professional network. Benefits for organizations - professional support for more sustainable and inclusive water/sanitation services; educated and encouraged staff; collaboration opportunities with various organizations, experts and agencies.
Deadline: Mar 13, 2020.
Puerto Rico Youth Fellowship, Open Society Foundations
Human rights projects could include those relating to criminal justice, workers’ rights, LGBTTIQ rights, food justice, environmental justice, education (including the right to public education), health, housing, or immigration, among other subject areas.
Benefits: USD 45,000, structured to cover project related costs as well as a living stipend.
Deadline: Mar 15, 2020.
Call for Proposals, Professional Development Workshops, European Evaluation Society
The professional development sessions constitute a unique opportunity for the community of professionals in evaluation to gain knowledge and experience from stimulating and knowledgeable presenters, and to exchange with colleagues. It also provides presenters with an opportunity to share and discuss their knowledge and experience with highly motivated participants from all over the world.
Deadline: Mar 15, 2020.
Pre- and Post-Doctoral Mellon Fellowships, The Climate Museum
Seeks applications from humanities scholars who wish to engage the public on climate change and inequality. Fellows will work with staff and partners to develop public programs exploring the many ways in which the climate crisis is a social justice crisis.
Benefits: The pre-doctoral fellowship includes a stipend of USD 32,000 a year, as well as health and dental insurance. The post-doctoral fellowship includes a stipend of USD 63,000 a year, as well as health and dental insurance.
Deadline: Mar 15, 2020.
New Research Fellowship Program, Jacobs Foundation
Program for early career researchers whose work is dedicated to improving the development, learning and living conditions of children and youth. Thematic priorities include, but are not limited to educational sciences, psychology, economics, sociology, family studies, media studies, political sciences, linguistics, neurosciences, and medical sciences.
Funding information: amount CHF 150,000; period: 3 years; fellowships per year: up to 12
Deadline: Mar 16, 2020.
New Fellowship Program, UNESCO
To enhance the capacity-building and human resources development in the area of sustainable and renewable energy sources in developing countries and countries in transition. The training activities in the framework of these fellowships are tenable in specialized institutions in the Russian Federation.
Benefits: roundtrip travel; travel allowance; accommodation/meal stipend; and more
Deadline: Apr 3, 2020.
International Training Program, Sida
Sida is seeking collaborative organizations active in urban water and sanitation, ready to engage in processes for change and to invest in capable and engaged employees as potential change agents.
Benefits: for participants - Increased knowledge of methods and tools for planning services and systems, increased capacity to initiate and drive organizational change processes, and more. For organizations - professional support for more sustainable and inclusive water and sanitation services, collaboration opportunities, and more.
Deadline: Apr 26, 2020.
Tech Fellowship, Global Forest Watch
Seeking forest protection advocates who are passionate about using technology for forest monitoring from a variety of sectors including: science, journalism, law enforcement, advocacy and conservation. Fellowship program is one-year long and offers opportunities for skill-building, networking and mentorship. Program includes participation in a four-day tech camp and the 2019 GFW Summit in Washington, D.C. Fellows will receive a stipend and access to funds for related activities.
Deadline: The call for applications opens on February 15, 2019 and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The Fellowship will run from June 2019 through May 2020.
Call for Female Applicants: AIMS-Canada Research Chairs in Climate Change Science, International Development Research Centre, Canada and Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
Each Chair will be provided up to USD 970,000 over a four-year period and tasked with executing a world-class research program able to contribute significantly towards building both the human capital and the scientific knowledgebase required to solve important climate change-related problems in Africa and beyond.
The application process will remain open until suitable candidates are identified.
Scholarship for Displaced Students, Columbia University
Supports displaced students from anywhere in the world who are unable to complete their higher education. These students will receive full tuition, housing, and living assistance while pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees across all 18 Columbia schools and affiliates. Scholarship aims to shift the global dialogue surrounding displaced persons, from one that views them as a burden to one that recognizes them as vital contributors to global innovation and prosperity.

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Grant-making opportunities

Call for Proposals, ARCHIPELAGO (see list of African and European countries)
4-year European program, funded by the EU in the framework of the EU Emergency Trust Fund (EUTF) for Africa. Its main objectives are to improve the employability of young people through targeted technical and vocational education and training (TVET) measures and to support the growth of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs).
Funding information: The overall indicative amount made available is EUR 4,500,000. Min. amount EUR 400,000 and max. amount EUR 500,000.
Deadline: Feb 6, 2020.
Secondary Agriculture Education Challenge Grant Program, US Department of Agriculture – National Institute of Food and Agriculture
Seeks to promote and strengthen secondary education and two-year postsecondary education in the food, agriculture, natural resources and human (FANH) sciences in order to help ensure the existence of a workforce in the US that's qualified to serve the FANH sciences system; and encourage more young Americans to pursue and complete a baccalaureate or higher degree in the FANH sciences.
Funding information: estimated total USD 800,000; award ceiling USD 300,000; award floor USD 50,000
Deadline: Feb 6, 2020.
Grant Program, Honnold Foundation
Unrestricted grant funding to organizations or projects that use solar energy to increase social and economic equity and reduce environmental impact.
Funding information: Grant awards are typically no larger than USD 100,000.
Deadline: Feb 7, 2020.
Call for Proposals, Civil Society Organizations as Actors of Governance and Development work in the field, European Commission (South Africa)
The specific objective is to increase the participation of South African CSOs in tackling climate change: mitigating greenhouse gases emissions and adapting to its adverse effects. It intends to tackle climate change while enhancing gender equality and participation of youth and encourages innovative partnerships with the double objective of leaving no-one behind and leveraging the strengths of different stakeholders.
Funding information: overall amount EUR 3,998,003.70; any grant requested must fall between min. amount EUR 300,000 and max. amount EUR 700,000
Deadline: Feb 10, 2020.
Call for Proposals, VIVA Girls Initiative, MADRE
First cycle of its initiative to support the leadership, power, creativity, and organizing of girls around the world. Individual or group must plan to implement, or is currently implementing work that aims to: build a just peace (preventing, surviving, and recovering from war); advance climate justice (including advocating for just economic and environmental policies); end gender-based violence (including protections for women, girls, and LGBTIQ people).
Funding information: USD 100 to 20,000. Financial support that can be used for general support and/or projects, to be used over a period of 12 months.
Deadline: Feb 10, 2020.
Request for Proposals, OPTions Initiative (see list of low- and middle-income countries)
The goal of the Options for Pregnancy Termination Innovation Initiative is to support access to safe abortion. It seeks innovative and transformative approaches that put women and girls in control of where, when and how they terminate their pregnancy. The focus is to support the development and testing of: 1) new approaches to increasing early access to existing abortion products/services, 2) next generation methods of pregnancy termination.
Funding information: seed grants of up to CAD 250,000 over 18 to 24 months.
Deadline: Feb 11, 2020.
Seed Funding for Cooperation Projects in the Baltic Sea Region
The Swedish Institute seeks to strengthen Sweden’s relations and develop cooperation with the countries around the Baltic Sea and in their immediate area. The project activities that the Swedish Institute supports via ‘seed funding’ must be clearly linked to one or more of the challenges identified in the EU Strategy for the Baltic Sea region. Projects including countries in the EU Eastern Partnership must also relate to it.
Funding Information: A project can apply for SEK 100,000 to SEK 500,000.
Deadline: Feb 12, 2020.
New Call for Proposals, CEPI
Rolling funding opportunity to rapidly develop and manufacture already proven vaccine technology approach that can be used against the new coronavirus. In coordination with WHO, CEPI is promoting the development of new vaccines against the emerging threat.
Deadline: Feb 14, 2020.
Youth Grants, Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation (United States)
Looking for the best ideas from young people about how they can help end childhood hunger in their communities. Supporting youth leaders ages 5-25 to turn their ideas into action and make an impact on the issue of childhood hunger on Global Youth Service Day (GYSD) – April 17-19, 2020 – and beyond.
Funding information: grants up to USD 1,200
Deadline: Feb 16, 2020.
Call for Project Ideas, European Climate Initiative (EU)
Supports projects that enhance the implementation of the EU climate and energy framework, support the transition to low-emission economies and societies in the EU, conduct trans-national climate education and foster a better understanding of Germany’s climate policy in the EU. The initiative focuses on: creating awareness/pooling knowledge, establishing networks and exchanging successful models, and capacity development.
Funding information: a grant between EUR 50,000 and at most EUR 1,000,000 may be made for each project. The project’s term should not be more than 28 months and must be concluded in March 2023 at the latest.
Deadline: Feb 18, 2020.
Environmental Damages Fund (EDF), Government of Canada
To restore the environment and conserve wildlife and habitats in a scientifically sound, cost-effective, and technically feasible way. Project categories: restoration, environmental quality improvement, research and development, education and awareness.
Funding information: Details on available funds and fund use requirements can be found on the Available Funds page
Deadline: Feb 18, 2020.
Call for Proposals, Wehubit (Belgian bilateral development cooperation countries)
General objective of the program is to support and improve digitization in view of speeding up sustainable development, strengthening prosperity, reducing inequality and empowering people and businesses in the partner countries of the Belgian Development Cooperation.
Funding information: min. amount is EUR 50,0000 and max. amount is EUR 350,000
Deadline: Feb 21, 2020.
2020 Call for Proposals on "Promotion of Family Farming" in West Africa
The Fondation de France and the French Committee for International Solidarity (CFSI) has announced a 2020 Call for Projects "Promotion of Family Farming in West Africa" to promote local initiatives to increase access to food through viable and sustainable West African family farming, to share the gains on a larger scale and to contribute documentation of the sustainability of this agricultural model that is likely to challenge decision-makers to take these issues into account in public policies.
Funding Information: short-term projects (one-year duration) – EUR 10,000 to EUR 15,000;
multi-year projects (3 years maximum) - maximum amount of EUR 50,000
Deadline: Feb 24, 2020.
New Call for Proposals, UN Women Lebanon
Welcomes proposals for partnerships to achieve results under the following thematic areas: 1) Women’s Economic Empowerment – with a focus on building resilience across the humanitarian-development next, complemented with protection services. 2) Women, Peace, and Security.
Funding information: budget range should be USD 50,000 to USD 500,000
Deadline: Feb 25, 2020.
Call for Grant Proposals, Canadian Internet Registration Authority
The application period for CIRA's Community Investment Program is open and organizations can apply for a grant to support projects working to address issues like cybersecurity, digital literacy and internet infrastructure. Especially looking for projects that benefit rural, northern and Indigenous communities.
Funding information: Grants are available up to CAD 100,000; In addition, one grant is available up to CAD 250,000.
Deadline: Feb 25, 2020.
Minorities Fellowship Program, Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
OHCHR’s most comprehensive training program for human rights and minority rights defenders belonging to national or ethnic, religious and linguistic minorities. Serves as an opportunity for human rights activists working towards the protection and promotion of minority rights to expand their partners’ base by building a strategic dialogue with fellow activists from across the globe, the UN, relevant Geneva-based NGOs, and other partners.
Funding information: a return ticket (economy class) from the country of residence to Geneva; basic health insurance for the duration of the Program; a stipend to cover modest accommodation and other living expenses for the duration of the Program.
Deadline: Feb 28, 2020.
Species Conservation Projects, Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund
Open to applications for funding support from conservationists based in all parts of the world, and will potentially support projects focused on any and all kinds of plant, animal and fungus species, subject to the approval of an independent evaluation committee.
Funding information: max. grant size is USD 25,000, but the total budget of a project can be higher if there are other sources of funding.
Deadline: Feb 28, 2020.
Peace Research Grants, International Peace Research Association (IPRA) Foundation
The aim is to advance the field of peace research through rigorous investigation into the causes of conflict and examination of alternatives to violence. Especially interested in projects that investigate how the conditions of peace can be advanced and/or the causes of war and other forms of violence be addressed, including their effects on people and society.
Deadline: Feb 29, 2020.
Impact Grants Program, Woodard & Curran Foundation (US)
Will award innovative project(s) that applies or advances technology to address water (e.g. water, wastewater, stormwater) issues. Open to all US-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits that meet the Foundation’s eligibility requirements.
Funding information: up to two Impact Grants (total available is USD 100,000, whether one or two grants are awarded) to be distributed over three consecutive years: 2020-2023.
Deadline: Feb 29, 2020.
Small Grants Program, Mérieux Foundation (list of countries in link)
Contributes towards financing projects that aim to improve the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases. The projects including mothers and children as beneficiaries will be given priority.
Funding information: selected projects will receive financial support of up to EUR 5,000
Deadline: Mar 1, 2020.
Small Grants Fund, Global Forest Watch
Seeking civil society organizations that have innovative ideas for using the near-real-time data on GFW to combat deforestation through monitoring, enforcement, advocacy and capacity building.
Funding information: grant awards between USD 10,000 – 40,000; individualized training and support; form part of the GFW partnereship
Deadline: Mar 1, 2020.
Small Research Grants, Spencer Foundation
Program is “field-initiated” in that proposal submissions are not in response to a specific request for a particular research topic, discipline, design, method, or location. Goal is to support rigorous, intellectually ambitious and technically sound research that is relevant to the most pressing questions and compelling opportunities in education.
Funding information: proposed budgets are limited to USD 50,000
Deadline: Mar 3, 2020.
Small Grants, International Climate Initiative (IKI) (see list of countries)
To provide support to the implementation of both the United Nation Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in implementing the Paris Agreement as well as the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in addressing the global loss of biodiversity (Aichi Targets and the goals of the future post 2020 Global Biodiversity Framework).
Funding information: up to EUR 100,000. Exceeding amounts not considered.
Deadline: Mar 5, 2020.
Travel Grants Program, Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture
To reinforce efforts and resources in the promotion of inclusive and sustainable agricultural and rural development (ISARD) toward food security and poverty alleviation in the region.
Funding information: up to a maximum of US 1,200 to each qualified agriculture and agriculture-related professionals and social scientists including graduate students in SE Asia.
Deadline: Mar 7, 2020.
Request for Proposals for Multi-year Projects, JRS Biodiversity Foundation (see list of African countries)
Focused on biodiversity data, knowledge and information services related to (1) freshwater biodiversity, (2) pollinator biodiversity, and (3) biodiversity informatics capacity development
Funding information: total requested grant for 1‐3 years may range from about USD 50,000 - USD 250,000.
Deadline: Mar 10, 2020.
New Pacific Development and Conservation Trust, New Zealand Government
For projects that promote sustainable development in the Pacific and New Zealand, while conserving the natural environment and cultural heritage of its people.
Funding information: about NZD 250,000 grants awarded each year. There is no min. or max. grant amount. Grants usually range from NZD 2,000 to 50,000.
Deadline: Mar 11, 2020
Research and Development (R&D) Fund, Efficiency for Access Coalition (see list of focus countries)
The focus is on projects developing enabling technologies or products for weak and off-grid areas, with a particular focus on interoperability and inclusivity. Overall focus is in recognition of SDG 5 to achieve gender equality, SDG 7 to ensure access to affordable, reliable and sustainable energy, and SDG 10 to reduce inequality within/amongst countries.
Funding information: grants are available from GBP 50,000 to GBP 300,000. Up to GBP 2 million in funding has been made available for this call.
Deadline: Mar 15, 2020.
Agriculture Innovation Center Grant Program, USDA (United States)
Seeking applications to provide grants for “Agriculture Innovation Centers” that will provide technical assistance to agricultural producers to market value-added agricultural products.
Funding information: estimated USD 3,500,000; ceiling USD 1,000,000; floor USD 500,000.
Deadline: Mar 20, 2020.
New Call for Proposals from CSOs, European Union (Philippines and EU)
To support CSO's contributions towards reinforced governance, social change and inclusive policy-making in the Philippines and strengthen the capacity of Philippines civil society organizations.
Award information: Indicative allocation of funds by lot: Lot 1 for EUR 889,300 and Lot 2 for EUR 889,300. Requested grants must fall between a min. of EUR 300,000 & max. of 500,000.
Deadline: Mar 24, 2020.
New Urban and Community Forestry Challenge Cost Share Grant Program, USDA (USA)
Collaborative solutions may include but are not limited to: research; prevention; planning; policy; preparedness; implementation; best management practices; recovery; and reforestation that promotes the resilience of the country’s urban & community forests.
Funding information: total program funding USD 9,000,000. Award ceiling USD 300,000, award floor USD 100,000
Deadline: Mar 30, 2020.
Call for Proposals, International Fund for Agricultural Development (Latin America & Caribbean)
To promote the inclusion of Renewable Energy Technologies (RETs) in existing IFAD projects and programs in Latin America and Caribbean by successfully supporting the implementation of RETs in agriculture in benefit of smallholder farmers, producers, associations and members of medium enterprises.
Funding information: grant amount is up to USD 2,000,000. Co-financing (in-cash and/or in-kind) provided by the applicant and any additional co-financing is part of the selection criteria. While no upper limit is set, the applicant must ensure a minimum counterpart contribution between USD 500,000 and USD 2,000,000.
Deadline: Mar 30, 2020.
New Call for Proposals, US Department of State (Japan)
Open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a program that promotes social inclusion for people with disabilities, with a focus on inclusive education and/or promoting job and career development opportunities for people with disabilities.
Funding information: awards may range from a min. of USD5,000 to a max. of USD75,000.
Deadline: Mar 31, 2020.
Grant Program, Mazda Foundation (New Zealand)
Will consider awarding grants to programs promoting: the maintenance and improvement of the natural environment; the advancement of culture and education to achieve excellence at all levels; young people through advancement of education and employment skills development; the arts to educate and expose the public on NZ culture.
Deadline: Mar 31, 2020.
Recovery of Species on the Brink of Extinction, National Geographic Society
To support priorities of IUCN SSC Species Conservation Plans as well as conservation actions that are endorsed by the relevant IUCN SSC Species Specialist Group. The goal is to halt biodiversity decline by implementing conservation plans for species and groups of species.
Funding information: requests should be less than USD 30,000, but can be up to USD 50,000
Deadline: Apr 10, 2020.
Improving the Quality of Vocational Education and Training (VET) Through Establishment of Sectoral Centers of Excellence Program, European Union (EU/Turkey)
The objective of this call for proposals is: to establish a flexible, transparent, innovative and quality based education system which supports social and economic development and prepares for employment, where all segments of society find the possibility to learn within their own needs.
Funding information: min. amount EUR 200,000; max. amount EUR 600,000
Deadline: Apr 14, 2020.
Call for Interdisciplinary Research on Mobility – Global Medicine and Health Research, la Caixa Foundation (Denmark, Germany, Portugal, Spain, UK)
To promote multi-perspective research on how global mobility influences general health, various health determinants and the well-being of local and mobile populations, and how the effects of mobility can be addressed in a sustainable way.
Funding information: Up to 15 unrestricted preparatory grants of EUR 50,000 each for a 10-month period will be awarded to the shortlisted 1st stage applicants; A total grant fund of EUR 9,000,000 is available for project grants of up to EUR 1,500,000 per project, for 4 to 6 projects of a 3 to 5-year duration.
Deadline: Apr 17, 2020.
Call for Proposals, Norway’s International Climate and Forest Initiative (see list of countries)
Civil society organizations are invited to present proposals for projects that contribute to NICFI’s strategic goal, which is that reversed and reduced loss of tropical forest contribute to a stable climate, protect biodiversity and enhance sustainable development.
Funding information: For applications covering a five-year period, priority will be given to projects with a total budget above NOK 20 million.
Deadline: Apr 20, 2020.
New Social Justice Small Grants, Mercy Foundation (Australia)
Provides seed funding to assist communities and organizations to build capacity that will help create structural change and bring about greater social justice in Australia. The focus for 2020 is ‘Justice in the digital world’. Program is only available to nonprofit organizations.
Funding information: amounts range from AUD 1,000 to AUD 10,000.
Deadline: Apr 27, 2020.
Grant Program, The Lawrence Foundation
The foundation is focused on making grants to support environmental, human services, disaster relief, and other causes. Grants are awarded twice a year.
Funding information: grants typically range between USD 5,000 – USD 10,000.
Deadline: Apr 30, 2020.
Patagonia: Corporate Grants Program in the United States
Accepting applications for its Corporate Grants Program to fund environmental work that takes place within the United States and is either national in scope or not located near one of their U.S. retail stores. The Corporate Grants Program supports small grassroots activist organizations with provocative direct-action agendas, working strategically on multipronged campaigns to preserve and protect their environment.
Funding Information: The funding range for a corporate grant is typically between USD 10,000 and USD 20,000, depending on the specific needs of the project.
Deadline: Apr 30, 2020.
Small Grants Program, The Fund for Wild Nature (US and Canada)
Provides small grants for North American campaigns to save native species and wild ecosystems, with an emphasis on actions designed to defend threatened wilderness and biological diversity. Supports biocentric goals premised on effective/intelligible strategies.
Funding information: grants awarded currently range USD 3,000 or less. Applicants’ annual budget must be USD 250,000 or less.
Deadline: May 1, 2020.
Small Grants Program for the Purchase of Nature, International Union for Conservation of Nature Netherlands (NGOs in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Pacific)
Provides funds for local NGOs to acquire (through purchase or lease) threatened nature, create safe reserves and connect wildlife habitats for endangered species.
Funding information: maximum financial assistance is EUR 85,000
Deadline: May 1, 2020.
Call for Proposals for Accessible Technology Program, Government of Canada
Aims to co-fund innovative projects led by the private sector, not-for-profit organizations and research institutes to develop new assistive and adaptive digital devices and technologies in order to make it easier for Canadians with disabilities to more fully participate in the digital economy.
Funding information: remaining available funds for new proposals amounts to approximately CAD 1,000,000
Deadline: Jun 2, 2020.
Energize the Environment Program, Quadratec Cares (US)
Supports enthusiasts working towards improving the environment. Any individual, group, or organization in the US who has a love for all things environmental, and has an idea or event designed to help improve their environment, is eligible.
Funding information: recipient or organization will receive a one-time USD 3,500 payment to be used exclusively towards stated project. Only one grant will be awarded per individual or organization per year.
Deadline: Jun 30, 2020.
Academic Scholarship – Women In STEM, ABC Humane Wildlife Control & Prevention, Inc.
To increase the number of women studying and influencing the future of science, including technology, engineering, and math. Essay Prompt: Why are you passionate about science, technology, engineering, or math, and how will your pursuit of these fields help preserve biodiversity, improve the health of our planet, or alleviate human suffering?
Funding information: One (1) award of USD 1,000 will be granted to the top essay submitted, and up to nine other students may receive awards for their submissions.
Deadline: Jul 1, 2020.
U.S. Embassy Port of Spain Public Affairs Section (PAS) Annual Program
Public Affairs Office in the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy Port of Spain of the U.S. Department of State announced an open competition for assistance awards through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). The purpose of funding projects is to further contributions to economic growth and the development of human and government capacity in Trinidad and Tobago, while developing people-to-people, institutional, and economic ties between the US and Trinidad and Tobago.
Award information: may range from a minimum of USD 500 to a maximum of USD 20,000.
Deadline: Sep 30, 2020.
Global Water Futures – Affiliate Projects
The goal of the program is to deliver risk management solutions - informed by leading-edge water science and supported by innovative decision-making tools - to manage water futures in Canada and other cold regions where global warming is changing landscapes, ecosystems, and the water environment.
Deadline: There is no associated closing date with applications.
Global Innovation Fund (GIF)
This program seeks to invest in social innovations that aim to improve the lives and opportunities of millions of people in the developing world. Open to funding innovations in any sector as long as they can demonstrate their innovation improves the lives of those living on less than USD 5 PPP per day.
Range: USD 50,000 – 15,000,000
Deadline: Program is open on an ongoing basis.

Fellowships and other opportunities

ReNature Training Course, University of Trento
February 5-7, 2020
Nature-based Solutions in Urban Planning. The course, organized by the ReNature project, will upskill participants in: understanding the ecological foundations of NbS, assessing their impacts on ecosystem services and their socio-economic implications, identifying planning barriers and opportunities, applying key principles for NbS design.
Call for Applications, 2020 Emerging Voices for Global Health (EV4GH)
An innovative multi-partner blended training program for young, promising and emerging health policy & systems researchers, decision makers and other health system actors with an interest to become influential global health voices and/or local change makers. EV4GH coaches “Emerging Voices” to participate actively in international conferences where global health issues are addressed and to raise their voice in scientific and policy debates.
Deadline: Feb 6, 2020.
Soros Equality Fellowship, Open Society Foundation
To support emerging mid-career professionals who will become long-term innovative leaders impacting racial justice. The aim is to incubate new ideas, promote risk-taking, and develop different ways of thinking that challenge and expand our existing assumptions.
Award information: USD 100,000 to support the production of an innovative racial justice project over the course of 18 months.
Deadline: Feb 13, 2020.
FAMAE: Food for Good Challenge to Develop Innovative and Concrete Solution
The FAMAE is seeking applications for the Food for Good Challenge to develop an innovative and concrete solution from field to fork to deliver fair, sustainable & healthy food, for everybody, everywhere. The goal of the FAMAE endowment fund is to seek pragmatic, efficient, durable, universal and money-saving solutions to make life easier for urban citizens while reducing their environmental footprint.
Award information: Funding will be at least EUR 15,000 per category and may reach nearly EUR 2,000,000.
Deadline: Feb 14, 2020.
Women in Wind Global Leadership Program 2020, Global Wind Energy Council & Global Women’s Network for the Energy Transition (list of eligible countries in link)
The program is designed to accelerate the careers of women in the wind industry, support their pathway to leadership positions and foster a global network of mentorship, knowledge-sharing and empowerment.
Benefits: mentorship program, week-long conference in Europe, network-building opportunities, and more.
Deadline: Feb 16, 2020.
New European Development Days 2020 Young Leaders Program
Looking for 17 extraordinary young people aged 21-26 who can represent the powerful impact that youth are having in the sustainable development field.
Benefits: 10-day visit to Brussels, where Young Leaders will meet EU experts, stakeholders and play a leading role in the program, which will include speaking in various sessions alongside global leaders.
Deadline: Feb 21, 2020.
International Climate Protection Fellowship, Humboldt Foundation (list of countries)
Enables prospective leaders in academia and industry to implement a research-based proposal in the field of climate protection or climate-related resource conservation during a one-year stay in Germany.
Deadline: March 1, 2020.
Teach for India Fellowship Program
Opportunity for students and professionals with a Bachelor’s degree serve as full-time teachers to children from low-income communities in some of the nation’s most under-resourced schools.
Award information: salary of Rs 20,412 per month, housing allowance ranging from Rs 5,300 to 10,000 (depending on city and if required to relocate), and allowance for school supplies.
Deadline: March 1, 2020.
International Training Program (ITP), Sida (Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia)
Seeking collaborative organizations active in urban water and sanitation, ready to engage in processes for change and invest in employees as potential change agents.
Award information: benefits for participants – increased knowledge of methods/tools for sustainable urban water and sanitation services/systems; increased capacity to initiate and drive organizational change processes; shared experiences from colleagues; extended professional network. Benefits for organizations - professional support for more sustainable and inclusive water/sanitation services; educated and encouraged staff; collaboration opportunities with various organizations, experts and agencies.
Deadline: Mar 13, 2020.
New Puerto Rico Youth Fellowship, Open Society Foundations
Human rights projects could include those relating to criminal justice, workers’ rights, LGBTTIQ rights, food justice, environmental justice, education (including the right to public education), health, housing, or immigration, among other subject areas.
Benefits: USD 45,000, structured to cover project related costs as well as a living stipend.
Deadline: Mar 15, 2020.
New Call for Proposals, Professional Development Workshops, European Evaluation Society
The professional development sessions constitute a unique opportunity for the community of professionals in evaluation to gain knowledge and experience from stimulating and knowledgeable presenters, and to exchange with colleagues. It also provides presenters with an opportunity to share and discuss their knowledge and experience with highly motivated participants from all over the world.
Deadline: Mar 15, 2020.
Pre- and Post-Doctoral Mellon Fellowships, The Climate Museum
seeks applications from humanities scholars who wish to engage the public on climate change and inequality. Fellows will work with staff and partners to develop public programs exploring the many ways in which the climate crisis is a social justice crisis.
Benefits: The pre-doctoral fellowship includes a stipend of USD 32,000 a year, as well as health and dental insurance. The post-doctoral fellowship includes a stipend of USD 63,000 a year, as well as health and dental insurance.
Deadline: Mar 15, 2020.
International Training Program, Sida
Sida is seeking collaborative organizations active in urban water and sanitation, ready to engage in processes for change and to invest in capable and engaged employees as potential change agents.
Benefits: for participants - Increased knowledge of methods and tools for planning services and systems, increased capacity to initiate and drive organizational change processes, and more. For organizations - professional support for more sustainable and inclusive water and sanitation services, collaboration opportunities, and more.
Deadline: Apr 26, 2020.
Tech Fellowship, Global Forest Watch
Seeking forest protection advocates who are passionate about using technology for forest monitoring from a variety of sectors including: science, journalism, law enforcement, advocacy and conservation. Fellowship program is one-year long and offers opportunities for skill-building, networking and mentorship. Program includes participation in a four-day tech camp and the 2019 GFW Summit in Washington, D.C. Fellows will receive a stipend and access to funds for related activities.
Deadline: The call for applications opens on February 15, 2019 and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The Fellowship will run from June 2019 through May 2020.
Call for Female Applicants: AIMS-Canada Research Chairs in Climate Change Science, International Development Research Centre, Canada and Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
Each Chair will be provided up to USD 970,000 over a four-year period and tasked with executing a world-class research program able to contribute significantly towards building both the human capital and the scientific knowledgebase required to solve important climate change-related problems in Africa and beyond.
The application process will remain open until suitable candidates are identified.
Scholarship for Displaced Students, Columbia University
Supports displaced students from anywhere in the world who are unable to complete their higher education. These students will receive full tuition, housing, and living assistance while pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees across all 18 Columbia schools and affiliates. Scholarship aims to shift the global dialogue surrounding displaced persons, from one that views them as a burden to one that recognizes them as vital contributors to global innovation and prosperity.

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January 31, 2020

Your Weekly Funding Opportunities: January 31, 2020

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January 31, 2020

New in:

Grant Program, Honnold Foundation
Call for Interdisciplinary Research on Mobility – Global Medicine and Health Research, la Caixa Foundation (Denmark, Germany, Portugal, Spain, UK)
Grant Assistance to Support Strategic Initiatives, Arca Foundation (USA)
Connection Grants Program, Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (Canada)
Grant Program, Visegrad Fund (list of eligible countries in link)
Grant Program, Primate Conservation, Inc. (regions of interest: Asia and West Africa)
Call for Proposals, International Fund for Agricultural Development (Latin America & Caribbean)
Call for Grant Proposals, Canadian Internet Registration Authority
Grant Program, The Lawrence Foundation
Women in Wind Global Leadership Program 2020, Global Wind Energy Council & Global Women’s Network for the Energy Transition (list of eligible countries in link)

All currently open calls:

Grant-making opportunities

Institutional Grants Program, Tinker Foundation (US & Latin America)
Seeks to support changes to policy and practice that improve the lives of Latin Americans. Foundation’s funding encompasses three program areas (democratic governance, education, and sustainable resource management) in which research, innovation, scaling of proven models, and exchange of ideas have the potential for significant, positive impact.
Funding information: grant amount typical range between USD 50,000 - 150,000 per year, for up to three years. Also welcomes requests for smaller grants in support of more bounded projects or to complement other resources.
Deadline: Jan 31, 2020
2020 Innovation for Peace and Justice Challenge is now open for Applications
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.
Deadline: Jan 31, 2020.
Grants, Van Tienhoven Foundation (see list of countries)
Aims to promote the protection, conservation, and sustainable use of ecosystems and it's living organisms, where ever these are threatened or under pressure outside the Netherlands. Project priorities should focus on: threatened species and ecosystems and/or key biodiversity areas; countering human-induced causes for these threats; practicality and hands-on; initiated, owned and supported by local stakeholders; able to raise awareness.
Funding information: maximum requested budget of EUR 10,000 euro from the foundation and a total project budget of no more than EUR 50,000
Deadline: Jan 31, 2020.
Aboriginal Land Clean-up and Prevention Program (ALCUP), NSW Environment Protection Authority
This program aims to protect and enhance land that is culturally significant to Aboriginal people. It seeks to provide support to Local Aboriginal Land Councils (LALCs) to manage illegal dumping on private land owned by Aboriginal communities.
Range: AUS 10,000 – 75,000
Deadline: This program is open on an ongoing basis until 30 September 2019 or until funds are exhausted.
New Grant Assistance to Support Strategic Initiatives, Arca Foundation (USA)
Seeking applications for its grant program to support organizations and projects that work to advance economic and racial justice, an inclusive democracy, peace and security, human rights, and a clean environment.
Funding information: average grant is approximately USD 50,000. However, many are less and a few are larger grants, depending upon the project.
Deadline: Feb 1, 2020.
New Connection Grants Program, Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (Canada)
The goal is to realize the potential of social sciences and humanities research for intellectual, cultural, social and economic influence, benefit and impact on and beyond the campus by supporting specific activities/tools that facilitate the flow/exchange of research knowledge.
Funding information: for events – CAD 7,000 to 25,000; for outreach activities – CAD 7,000 to 50,000; higher amounts may be considered if well justified.
Deadline: Feb 1, 2020.
New Grant Program, Visegrad Fund (list of eligible countries in link)
To support regional partnerships among NGOs and civil society organizations, public institutions and municipalities, private companies and nonprofit organizations as well as education and research centers that contribute to cooperation in the Visegrad region. Focus areas: culture and common identity; education and capacity building; innovation, R&D, entrepreneurship; democratic values and media; public policy and institutional partnership; regional development, environment and tourism; and social development.
Funding information: Grants can cover up to 100% of project budget with 15% for overheads
Deadline: Feb 1, 2020.
New Grant Program, Primate Conservation, Inc. (regions of interest: Asia and West Africa)
To fund field research that supports conservation programs for wild populations of primates. Priority will be given to projects that study, in their natural habitat, the least known and most endangered species. The involvement of citizens from the country in which the primates are found will be a plus.
Funding information: averaged approx. USD 2,500, with a maximum grant of USD 5,000
Deadline: Feb 1, 2020.
Endangered Animal Species small grants project, Fondation Ensemble
Contributes to protecting one or more threatened animal species according to the IUCN classification (‘Critically Endangered’ or ‘Endangered’). Project is participatory and partnership-based: designed and implemented in conjunction with the relevant populations and with recognized local and/or international partners, and fosters capacity building.
Funding information: request should not exceed EUR 8,000 and should not exceed 50% of the total project budget.
Deadline: Feb 1, 2020.
Call for Proposals to Save Endangered Flora and Fauna, Prince Bernhard Nature Fund
To support small, local initiatives worldwide towards the conservation of endangered species (flora & fauna), or other initiatives that promote conservation and wise use of nature and our natural resources base. Preferential support for projects in developing countries, with special focus on tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia and Latin America.
Range: Up to USD/EUR 20,000
Deadline: Feb 1, 2020.
Small Grants Program, Clif Bar Family Foundation (United States)
Supports innovative small and mid-sized groups working to strengthen their food system and communities, enhance public health, and safeguard environment and natural resources.
Deadline: Feb 1, 2020.
Civic Engagement and Environmental Impact Grants to improve the Quality of Life in Communities
First Solar Corporate Charitable Fund announced a Civic Engagement and Environmental Impact Grants Program to improve the quality of life in communities around the world. Emphasis is placed on programs that support the First Solar Corporate giving values which include: focusing on “green” education initiatives, access to clean energy and water in underserved areas, and the development of innovative and sustainable technologies.
Funding Information: grant requests must be for projects or services that cost or exceed USD 10,000.
Deadline: Feb 1, 2020.
Professional Development Grants Program, World Wild Fund (see list of countries)
Provide support for mid-career conservationists to pursue short-term, non-degree training to upgrade their knowledge and skills. These trainings can include short courses, certificate trainings, or conferences among other training opportunities. PDGs support training-related costs, including registration fees and tuition, meals and accommodations, books and materials, international travel, visa fees, and local transportation.
Funding information: applicants can request up to USD 6,500
Deadline: Feb 1, 2020.
Call for Inquiry Forms, 2020 Grant Program, Motorola Solutions Foundation
This year the foundation will focus its giving in three key areas: STEM education, specifically focused on technology and engineering; public safety education; and blended public safety and technology, and engineering education programs.
Funding information: grant max. request USD 50,000
Deadline: Feb 3, 2020.
Call for Proposals, ARCHIPELAGO (see list of African and European countries)
4-year European program, funded by the EU in the framework of the EU Emergency Trust Fund (EUTF) for Africa. Its main objectives are to improve the employability of young people through targeted technical and vocational education and training (TVET) measures and to support the growth of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs).
Funding information: The overall indicative amount made available is EUR 4,500,000. Min. amount EUR 400,000 and max. amount EUR 500,000.
Deadline: Feb 6, 2020.
Secondary Agriculture Education Challenge Grant Program, US Department of Agriculture – National Institute of Food and Agriculture
Seeks to promote and strengthen secondary education and two-year postsecondary education in the food, agriculture, natural resources and human (FANH) sciences in order to help ensure the existence of a workforce in the US that's qualified to serve the FANH sciences system; and encourage more young Americans to pursue and complete a baccalaureate or higher degree in the FANH sciences.
Funding information: estimated total USD 800,000; award ceiling USD 300,000; award floor USD 50,000
Deadline: Feb 6, 2020.
New Grant Program, Honnold Foundation
Unrestricted grant funding to organizations or projects that use solar energy to increase social and economic equity and reduce environmental impact.
Funding information: Grant awards are typically no larger than USD 100,000.
Deadline: Feb 7, 2020.
Call for Proposals, Civil Society Organizations as Actors of Governance and Development work in the field, European Commission (South Africa)
The specific objective is to increase the participation of South African CSOs in tackling climate change: mitigating greenhouse gases emissions and adapting to its adverse effects. It intends to tackle climate change while enhancing gender equality and participation of youth and encourages innovative partnerships with the double objective of leaving no-one behind and leveraging the strengths of different stakeholders.
Funding information: overall amount EUR 3,998,003.70; any grant requested must fall between min. amount EUR 300,000 and max. amount EUR 700,000
Deadline: Feb 10, 2020.
Call for Proposals, VIVA Girls Initiative, MADRE
First cycle of its initiative to support the leadership, power, creativity, and organizing of girls around the world. Individual or group must plan to implement, or is currently implementing work that aims to: build a just peace (preventing, surviving, and recovering from war); advance climate justice (including advocating for just economic and environmental policies); end gender-based violence (including protections for women, girls, and LGBTIQ people).
Funding information: USD 100 to 20,000. Financial support that can be used for general support and/or projects, to be used over a period of 12 months.
Deadline: Feb 10, 2020.
Request for Proposals, OPTions Initiative (see list of low- and middle-income countries)
The goal of the Options for Pregnancy Termination Innovation Initiative is to support access to safe abortion. It seeks innovative and transformative approaches that put women and girls in control of where, when and how they terminate their pregnancy. The focus is to support the development and testing of: 1) new approaches to increasing early access to existing abortion products/services, 2) next generation methods of pregnancy termination.
Funding information: seed grants of up to CAD 250,000 over 18 to 24 months.
Deadline: Feb 11, 2020.
Seed Funding for Cooperation Projects in the Baltic Sea Region
The Swedish Institute seeks to strengthen Sweden’s relations and develop cooperation with the countries around the Baltic Sea and in their immediate area. The project activities that the Swedish Institute supports via ‘seed funding’ must be clearly linked to one or more of the challenges identified in the EU Strategy for the Baltic Sea region. Projects including countries in the EU Eastern Partnership must also relate to it.
Funding Information: A project can apply for SEK 100,000 to SEK 500,000.
Deadline: Feb 12, 2020.
Youth Grants, Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation (United States)
Looking for the best ideas from young people about how they can help end childhood hunger in their communities. Supporting youth leaders ages 5-25 to turn their ideas into action and make an impact on the issue of childhood hunger on Global Youth Service Day (GYSD) – April 17-19, 2020 – and beyond.
Funding information: grants up to USD 1,200
Deadline: Feb 16, 2020.
Call for Project Ideas, European Climate Initiative (EU)
Supports projects that enhance the implementation of the EU climate and energy framework, support the transition to low-emission economies and societies in the EU, conduct trans-national climate education and foster a better understanding of Germany’s climate policy in the EU. The initiative focuses on: creating awareness/pooling knowledge, establishing networks and exchanging successful models, and capacity development.
Funding information: a grant between EUR 50,000 and at most EUR 1,000,000 may be made for each project. The project’s term should not be more than 28 months and must be concluded in March 2023 at the latest.
Deadline: Feb 18, 2020.
Environmental Damages Fund (EDF), Government of Canada
To restore the environment and conserve wildlife and habitats in a scientifically sound, cost-effective, and technically feasible way. Project categories: restoration, environmental quality improvement, research and development, education and awareness.
Funding information: Details on available funds and fund use requirements can be found on the Available Funds page
Deadline: Feb 18, 2020.
Call for Proposals, Wehubit (Belgian bilateral development cooperation countries)
General objective of the program is to support and improve digitization in view of speeding up sustainable development, strengthening prosperity, reducing inequality and empowering people and businesses in the partner countries of the Belgian Development Cooperation.
Funding information: min. amount is EUR 50,0000 and max. amount is EUR 350,000
Deadline: Feb 21, 2020.
2020 Call for Proposals on "Promotion of Family Farming" in West Africa
The Fondation de France and the French Committee for International Solidarity (CFSI) has announced a 2020 Call for Projects "Promotion of Family Farming in West Africa" to promote local initiatives to increase access to food through viable and sustainable West African family farming, to share the gains on a larger scale and to contribute documentation of the sustainability of this agricultural model that is likely to challenge decision-makers to take these issues into account in public policies.
Funding Information: short-term projects (one-year duration) – EUR 10,000 to EUR 15,000;
multi-year projects (3 years maximum) - maximum amount of EUR 50,000
Deadline: Feb 24, 2020.
New Call for Grant Proposals, Canadian Internet Registration Authority
The application period for CIRA's Community Investment Program is open and organizations can apply for a grant to support projects working to address issues like cybersecurity, digital literacy and internet infrastructure. Especially looking for projects that benefit rural, northern and Indigenous communities.
Funding information: Grants are available up to CAD 100,000; In addition, one grant is available up to CAD 250,000.
Deadline: Feb 25, 2020.
Minorities Fellowship Program, Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
OHCHR’s most comprehensive training program for human rights and minority rights defenders belonging to national or ethnic, religious and linguistic minorities. Serves as an opportunity for human rights activists working towards the protection and promotion of minority rights to expand their partners’ base by building a strategic dialogue with fellow activists from across the globe, the UN, relevant Geneva-based NGOs, and other partners.
Funding information: a return ticket (economy class) from the country of residence to Geneva; basic health insurance for the duration of the Program; a stipend to cover modest accommodation and other living expenses for the duration of the Program.
Deadline: Feb 28, 2020.
Species Conservation Projects, Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund
Open to applications for funding support from conservationists based in all parts of the world, and will potentially support projects focused on any and all kinds of plant, animal and fungus species, subject to the approval of an independent evaluation committee.
Funding information: max. grant size is USD 25,000, but the total budget of a project can be higher if there are other sources of funding.
Deadline: Feb 28, 2020.
Peace Research Grants, International Peace Research Association (IPRA) Foundation
The aim is to advance the field of peace research through rigorous investigation into the causes of conflict and examination of alternatives to violence. Especially interested in projects that investigate how the conditions of peace can be advanced and/or the causes of war and other forms of violence be addressed, including their effects on people and society.
Deadline: Feb 29, 2020.
Impact Grants Program, Woodard & Curran Foundation (US)
Will award innovative project(s) that applies or advances technology to address water (e.g. water, wastewater, stormwater) issues. Open to all US-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits that meet the Foundation’s eligibility requirements.
Funding information: up to two Impact Grants (total available is USD 100,000, whether one or two grants are awarded) to be distributed over three consecutive years: 2020-2023.
Deadline: Feb 29, 2020.
Small Grants Program, Mérieux Foundation (list of countries in link)
Contributes towards financing projects that aim to improve the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases. The projects including mothers and children as beneficiaries will be given priority.
Funding information: selected projects will receive financial support of up to EUR 5,000
Deadline: Mar 1, 2020.
Small Grants Fund, Global Forest Watch
Seeking civil society organizations that have innovative ideas for using the near-real-time data on GFW to combat deforestation through monitoring, enforcement, advocacy and capacity building.
Funding information: grant awards between USD 10,000 – 40,000; individualized training and support; form part of the GFW partnereship
Deadline: Mar 1, 2020.
Small Research Grants, Spencer Foundation
Program is “field-initiated” in that proposal submissions are not in response to a specific request for a particular research topic, discipline, design, method, or location. Goal is to support rigorous, intellectually ambitious and technically sound research that is relevant to the most pressing questions and compelling opportunities in education.
Funding information: proposed budgets are limited to USD 50,000
Deadline: Mar 3, 2020.
Small Grants, International Climate Initiative (IKI) (see list of countries)
To provide support to the implementation of both the United Nation Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in implementing the Paris Agreement as well as the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in addressing the global loss of biodiversity (Aichi Targets and the goals of the future post 2020 Global Biodiversity Framework).
Funding information: up to EUR 100,000. Exceeding amounts not considered.
Deadline: Mar 5, 2020.
Travel Grants Program, Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture
To reinforce efforts and resources in the promotion of inclusive and sustainable agricultural and rural development (ISARD) toward food security and poverty alleviation in the region.
Funding information: up to a maximum of US 1,200 to each qualified agriculture and agriculture-related professionals and social scientists including graduate students in SE Asia.
Deadline: Mar 7, 2020.
Request for Proposals for Multi-year Projects, JRS Biodiversity Foundation (see list of African countries)
Focused on biodiversity data, knowledge and information services related to (1) freshwater biodiversity, (2) pollinator biodiversity, and (3) biodiversity informatics capacity development
Funding information: total requested grant for 1‐3 years may range from about USD 50,000 -
USD 250,000.
Deadline: Mar 10, 2020.
Research and Development (R&D) Fund, Efficiency for Access Coalition (see list of focus countries)
The focus is on projects developing enabling technologies or products for weak and off-grid areas, with a particular focus on interoperability and inclusivity. Overall focus is in recognition of SDG 5 to achieve gender equality, SDG 7 to ensure access to affordable, reliable and sustainable energy, and SDG 10 to reduce inequality within/amongst countries.
Funding information: grants are available from GBP 50,000 to GBP 300,000. Up to GBP 2 million in funding has been made available for this call.
Deadline: Mar 15, 2020.
Agriculture Innovation Center Grant Program, USDA (United States)
Seeking applications to provide grants for “Agriculture Innovation Centers” that will provide technical assistance to agricultural producers to market value-added agricultural products.
Funding information: estimated USD 3,500,000; ceiling USD 1,000,000; floor USD 500,000.
Deadline: Mar 20, 2020.
New Call for Proposals, International Fund for Agricultural Development (Latin America & Caribbean)
To promote the inclusion of Renewable Energy Technologies (RETs) in existing IFAD projects and programs in Latin America and Caribbean by successfully supporting the implementation of RETs in agriculture in benefit of smallholder farmers, producers, associations and members of medium enterprises.
Funding information: grant amount is up to USD 2,000,000. Co-financing (in-cash and/or in-kind) provided by the applicant and any additional co-financing is part of the selection criteria. While no upper limit is set, the applicant must ensure a minimum counterpart contribution between USD 500,000 and USD 2,000,000.
Deadline: Mar 30, 2020.
Grant Program, Mazda Foundation (New Zealand)
Will consider awarding grants to programs promoting: the maintenance and improvement of the natural environment; the advancement of culture and education to achieve excellence at all levels; young people through advancement of education and employment skills development; the arts to educate and expose the public on NZ culture.
Deadline: Mar 31, 2020.
Recovery of Species on the Brink of Extinction, National Geographic Society
To support priorities of IUCN SSC Species Conservation Plans as well as conservation actions that are endorsed by the relevant IUCN SSC Species Specialist Group. The goal is to halt biodiversity decline by implementing conservation plans for species and groups of species.
Funding information: requests should be less than USD 30,000, but can be up to USD 50,000
Deadline: Apr 10, 2020.
Improving the Quality of Vocational Education and Training (VET) Through Establishment of Sectoral Centers of Excellence Program, European Union (EU/Turkey)
The objective of this call for proposals is: to establish a flexible, transparent, innovative and quality based education system which supports social and economic development and prepares for employment, where all segments of society find the possibility to learn within their own needs.
Funding information: min. amount EUR 200,000; max. amount EUR 600,000
Deadline: Apr 14, 2020.
New Call for Interdisciplinary Research on Mobility – Global Medicine and Health Research, la Caixa Foundation (Denmark, Germany, Portugal, Spain, UK)
To promote multi-perspective research on how global mobility influences general health, various health determinants and the well-being of local and mobile populations, and how the effects of mobility can be addressed in a sustainable way.
Funding information: Up to 15 unrestricted preparatory grants of EUR 50,000 each for a 10-month period will be awarded to the shortlisted 1st stage applicants; A total grant fund of EUR 9,000,000 is available for project grants of up to EUR 1,500,000 per project, for 4 to 6 projects of a 3 to 5-year duration.
Deadline: Apr 17, 2020.
Call for Proposals, Norway’s International Climate and Forest Initiative (see list of countries)
Civil society organizations are invited to present proposals for projects that contribute to NICFI’s strategic goal, which is that reversed and reduced loss of tropical forest contribute to a stable climate, protect biodiversity and enhance sustainable development.
Funding information: For applications covering a five-year period, priority will be given to projects with a total budget above NOK 20 million.
Deadline: Apr 20, 2020.
New Grant Program, The Lawrence Foundation
The foundation is focused on making grants to support environmental, human services, disaster relief, and other causes. Grants are awarded twice a year.
Funding information: grants typically range between USD 5,000 – USD 10,000.
Deadline: Apr 30, 2020.
Patagonia: Corporate Grants Program in the United States
Accepting applications for its Corporate Grants Program to fund environmental work that takes place within the United States and is either national in scope or not located near one of their U.S. retail stores. The Corporate Grants Program supports small grassroots activist organizations with provocative direct-action agendas, working strategically on multipronged campaigns to preserve and protect their environment.
Funding Information: The funding range for a corporate grant is typically between USD 10,000 and USD 20,000, depending on the specific needs of the project.
Deadline: Apr 30, 2020.
Small Grants Program, The Fund for Wild Nature (US and Canada)
Provides small grants for North American campaigns to save native species and wild ecosystems, with an emphasis on actions designed to defend threatened wilderness and biological diversity. Supports biocentric goals premised on effective/intelligible strategies.
Funding information: grants awarded currently range USD 3,000 or less. Applicants’ annual budget must be USD 250,000 or less.
Deadline: May 1, 2020.
Small Grants Program for the Purchase of Nature, International Union for Conservation of Nature Netherlands (NGOs in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Pacific)
Provides funds for local NGOs to acquire (through purchase or lease) threatened nature, create safe reserves and connect wildlife habitats for endangered species.
Funding information: maximum financial assistance is EUR 85,000
Deadline: May 1, 2020.
Call for Proposals for Accessible Technology Program, Government of Canada
Aims to co-fund innovative projects led by the private sector, not-for-profit organizations and research institutes to develop new assistive and adaptive digital devices and technologies in order to make it easier for Canadians with disabilities to more fully participate in the digital economy.
Funding information: remaining available funds for new proposals amounts to approximately CAD 1,000,000
Deadline: Jun 2, 2020.
Energize the Environment Program, Quadratec Cares (US)
Supports enthusiasts working towards improving the environment. Any individual, group, or organization in the US who has a love for all things environmental, and has an idea or event designed to help improve their environment, is eligible.
Funding information: recipient or organization will receive a one-time USD 3,500 payment to be used exclusively towards stated project. Only one grant will be awarded per individual or organization per year.
Deadline: Jun 30, 2020.
Academic Scholarship – Women In STEM, ABC Humane Wildlife Control & Prevention, Inc.
To increase the number of women studying and influencing the future of science, including technology, engineering, and math. Essay Prompt: Why are you passionate about science, technology, engineering, or math, and how will your pursuit of these fields help preserve biodiversity, improve the health of our planet, or alleviate human suffering?
Funding information: One (1) award of USD 1,000 will be granted to the top essay submitted, and up to nine other students may receive awards for their submissions.
Deadline: Jul 1, 2020.
U.S. Embassy Port of Spain Public Affairs Section (PAS) Annual Program
Public Affairs Office in the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy Port of Spain of the U.S. Department of State announced an open competition for assistance awards through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). The purpose of funding projects is to further contributions to economic growth and the development of human and government capacity in Trinidad and Tobago, while developing people-to-people, institutional, and economic ties between the US and Trinidad and Tobago.
Award information: may range from a minimum of USD 500 to a maximum of USD 20,000.
Deadline: Sep 30, 2020.
Global Water Futures – Affiliate Projects
The goal of the program is to deliver risk management solutions - informed by leading-edge water science and supported by innovative decision-making tools - to manage water futures in Canada and other cold regions where global warming is changing landscapes, ecosystems, and the water environment.
Deadline: There is no associated closing date with applications.
Global Innovation Fund (GIF)
This program seeks to invest in social innovations that aim to improve the lives and opportunities of millions of people in the developing world. Open to funding innovations in any sector as long as they can demonstrate their innovation improves the lives of those living on less than USD 5 PPP per day.
Range: USD 50,000 – 15,000,000
Deadline: Program is open on an ongoing basis.

Fellowships and other opportunities

International Youth Fellow, Aga Khan Foundation Canada
9-month professional development program for Canadians seeking hands-on experience in international development. Includes three streams: International Development Management (IDM) and International Microfinance and Microenterprise (IMM).
Award: most of the costs associated with living and working overseas are covered. Successful candidates required to make a one-time contribution of USD 1000 towards costs.
Deadline: Jan 31, 2020.
ReNature Training Course, University of Trento
February 5-7, 2020
Nature-based Solutions in Urban Planning. The course, organized by the ReNature project, will upskill participants in: understanding the ecological foundations of NbS, assessing their impacts on ecosystem services and their socio-economic implications, identifying planning barriers and opportunities, applying key principles for NbS design.
Call for Applications, Digital Innovation Accelerator
Participants begin by submitting their digital innovation solutions for Gender Equality, EduTech as well as Environmental Climate Action-related topics. 45 short-listed teams will participate in the 6-month Digital Innovation Accelerator program where they will – among others – receive capacity-building support; refine their business models and pitch strategy; optimize their SDG impacts, and work on their investment readiness.
Award: 12 winning teams of the competition stage will receive tailored support packages equivalent to EUR 15,000 each
Deadline: Feb 3, 2020.
Call for Applications, 2020 Emerging Voices for Global Health (EV4GH)
An innovative multi-partner blended training program for young, promising and emerging health policy & systems researchers, decision makers and other health system actors with an interest to become influential global health voices and/or local change makers. EV4GH coaches “Emerging Voices” to participate actively in international conferences where global health issues are addressed and to raise their voice in scientific and policy debates.
Deadline: Feb 6, 2020.
Soros Equality Fellowship, Open Society Foundation
To support emerging mid-career professionals who will become long-term innovative leaders impacting racial justice. The aim is to incubate new ideas, promote risk-taking, and develop different ways of thinking that challenge and expand our existing assumptions.
Award information: USD 100,000 to support the production of an innovative racial justice project over the course of 18 months.
Deadline: Feb 13, 2020.
FAMAE: Food for Good Challenge to Develop Innovative and Concrete Solution
The FAMAE is seeking applications for the Food for Good Challenge to develop an innovative and concrete solution from field to fork to deliver fair, sustainable & healthy food, for everybody, everywhere. The goal of the FAMAE endowment fund is to seek pragmatic, efficient, durable, universal and money-saving solutions to make life easier for urban citizens while reducing their environmental footprint.
Award information: Funding will be at least EUR 15,000 per category and may reach nearly EUR 2,000,000.
Deadline: Feb 14, 2020.
New Women in Wind Global Leadership Program 2020, Global Wind Energy Council & Global Women’s Network for the Energy Transition (list of eligible countries in link)
The program is designed to accelerate the careers of women in the wind industry, support their pathway to leadership positions and foster a global network of mentorship, knowledge-sharing and empowerment.
Benefits: mentorship program, week-long conference in Europe, network-building opportunities, and more.
Deadline: Feb 16, 2020.
International Climate Protection Fellowship, Humboldt Foundation (list of countries)
Enables prospective leaders in academia and industry to implement a research-based proposal in the field of climate protection or climate-related resource conservation during a one-year stay in Germany.
Deadline: March 1, 2020.
Teach for India Fellowship Program
Opportunity for students and professionals with a Bachelor’s degree serve as full-time teachers to children from low-income communities in some of the nation’s most under-resourced schools.
Award information: salary of Rs 20,412 per month, housing allowance ranging from Rs 5,300 to 10,000 (depending on city and if required to relocate), and allowance for school supplies.
Deadline: March 1, 2020.
International Training Program (ITP), Sida (Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia)
Seeking collaborative organizations active in urban water and sanitation, ready to engage in processes for change and invest in employees as potential change agents.
Award information: benefits for participants – increased knowledge of methods/tools for sustainable urban water and sanitation services/systems; increased capacity to initiate and drive organizational change processes; shared experiences from colleagues; extended professional network. Benefits for organizations - professional support for more sustainable and inclusive water/sanitation services; educated and encouraged staff; collaboration opportunities with various organizations, experts and agencies.
Deadline: Mar 13, 2020.
Pre- and Post-Doctoral Mellon Fellowships, The Climate Museum
Seeks applications from humanities scholars who wish to engage the public on climate change and inequality. Fellows will work with staff and partners to develop public programs exploring the many ways in which the climate crisis is a social justice crisis.
Benefits: The pre-doctoral fellowship includes a stipend of USD 32,000 a year, as well as health and dental insurance. The post-doctoral fellowship includes a stipend of USD 63,000 a year, as well as health and dental insurance.
Deadline: Mar 15, 2020.
International Training Program, Sida
Sida is seeking collaborative organizations active in urban water and sanitation, ready to engage in processes for change and to invest in capable and engaged employees as potential change agents.
Benefits: for participants - Increased knowledge of methods and tools for planning services and systems, increased capacity to initiate and drive organizational change processes, and more. For organizations - professional support for more sustainable and inclusive water and sanitation services, collaboration opportunities, and more.
Deadline: Apr 26, 2020.
Tech Fellowship, Global Forest Watch
Seeking forest protection advocates who are passionate about using technology for forest monitoring from a variety of sectors including: science, journalism, law enforcement, advocacy and conservation. Fellowship program is one-year long and offers opportunities for skill-building, networking and mentorship. Program includes participation in a four-day tech camp and the 2019 GFW Summit in Washington, D.C. Fellows will receive a stipend and access to funds for related activities.
Deadline: The call for applications opens on February 15, 2019 and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The Fellowship will run from June 2019 through May 2020.
Call for Female Applicants: AIMS-Canada Research Chairs in Climate Change Science, International Development Research Centre, Canada and Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
Each Chair will be provided up to USD 970,000 over a four-year period and tasked with executing a world-class research program able to contribute significantly towards building both the human capital and the scientific knowledgebase required to solve important climate change-related problems in Africa and beyond.
The application process will remain open until suitable candidates are identified.
Scholarship for Displaced Students, Columbia University
Supports displaced students from anywhere in the world who are unable to complete their higher education. These students will receive full tuition, housing, and living assistance while pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees across all 18 Columbia schools and affiliates. Scholarship aims to shift the global dialogue surrounding displaced persons, from one that views them as a burden to one that recognizes them as vital contributors to global innovation and prosperity.

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January 23, 2020

Your Weekly Funding Opportunities: Jan 23, 2020

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January 23, 2020

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Pre- and Post-Doctoral Mellon Fellowships, The Climate Museum
Impact Grants Program, Woodard & Curran Foundation (US)
Small Grants Program, The Fund for Wild Nature (US and Canada)
Call for Proposals, Norway’s International Climate and Forest Initiative (see list of countries)
Request for Proposals for Multi-year Projects, JRS Biodiversity Foundation (see list of African countries)
Small Grants Program for the Purchase of Nature, International Union for Conservation of Nature Netherlands (NGOs in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Pacific)
Improving the Quality of Vocational Education and Training (VET) Through Establishment of Sectoral Centers of Excellence Program, European Union (EU/Turkey)
Research and Development (R&D) Fund, Efficiency for Access Coalition (see list of focus countries)
Environmental Damages Fund (EDF), Government of Canada
Webinar, Climate Change and Agriculture in Central America and the Andean Region

All currently open calls:

Grant-making opportunities

Environmental Curriculum Development Grants, Melinda Gray Ardia Environmental Foundation
To assist educators in the design and implementation of holistic environmental curricula.
The Foundation seeks to contribute to the development, implementation and/or field testing of environmental curricula that meet the mission, goals and requirements.
Deadline: Jan 25, 2020.
Call for Proposals: Grant Scheme for Common Cultural Heritage (EU-Turkey)
The call for proposals aims the promotion of cross-border dialogues and networking between civil society organisations (CSOs) in Turkey and the EU in the areas of culture and arts including creative sectors and cultural heritage.
Funding information: total amount EUR 3,000,000; all grants must fall between min. amount EUR 60,000 and max. amount EUR 150,000. See link for further details.
Deadline: Jan 28, 2020.
Call for Proposals, African Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) Innovation Fund, European Union
The global objective is to unlock the inclusive innovation potential of ACP countries and support their transition into knowledge-based economies for sustainable development and poverty reduction. The specific objective is to contribute to a conducive and inclusive environment for Research and Innovation in ACP countries.
Funding information: Any grant requested must fall between a minimum amount of EUR 4,000,000 and a maximum amount of EUR 4,200,000
Deadline: Jan 29, 2019.
Institutional Grants Program, Tinker Foundation (US & Latin America)
Seeks to support changes to policy and practice that improve the lives of Latin Americans. Foundation’s funding encompasses three program areas (democratic governance, education, and sustainable resource management) in which research, innovation, scaling of proven models, and exchange of ideas have the potential for significant, positive impact.
Funding information: grant amount typical range between USD 50,000 - 150,000 per year, for up to three years. Also welcomes requests for smaller grants in support of more bounded projects or to complement other resources.
Deadline: Jan 31, 2020
2020 Innovation for Peace and Justice Challenge is now open for Applications
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.
Deadline: Jan 31, 2020.
Grants, Van Tienhoven Foundation (see list of countries)
Aims to promote the protection, conservation, and sustainable use of ecosystems and it's living organisms, where ever these are threatened or under pressure outside the Netherlands. Project priorities should focus on: threatened species and ecosystems and/or key biodiversity areas; countering human-induced causes for these threats; practicality and hands-on; initiated, owned and supported by local stakeholders; able to raise awareness.
Funding information: maximum requested budget of EUR 10,000 euro from the foundation and a total project budget of no more than EUR 50,000
Deadline: Jan 31, 2020.
Aboriginal Land Clean-up and Prevention Program (ALCUP), NSW Environment Protection Authority
This program aims to protect and enhance land that is culturally significant to Aboriginal people. It seeks to provide support to Local Aboriginal Land Councils (LALCs) to manage illegal dumping on private land owned by Aboriginal communities.
Range: AUS 10,000 – 75,000
Deadline: This program is open on an ongoing basis until 30 September 2019 or until funds are exhausted.
Endangered Animal Species small grants project, Fondation Ensemble
Contributes to protecting one or more threatened animal species according to the IUCN classification (‘Critically Endangered’ or ‘Endangered’). Project is participatory and partnership-based: designed and implemented in conjunction with the relevant populations and with recognized local and/or international partners, and fosters capacity building.
Funding information: request should not exceed EUR 8,000 and should not exceed 50% of the total project budget.
Deadline: Feb 1, 2020.
Call for Proposals to Save Endangered Flora and Fauna, Prince Bernhard Nature Fund
To support small, local initiatives worldwide towards the conservation of endangered species (flora & fauna), or other initiatives that promote conservation and wise use of nature and our natural resources base. Preferential support for projects in developing countries, with special focus on tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia and Latin America.
Range: Up to USD/EUR 20,000
Deadline: Feb 1, 2020.
Small Grants Program, Clif Bar Family Foundation (United States)
Supports innovative small and mid-sized groups working to strengthen their food system and communities, enhance public health, and safeguard environment and natural resources.
Deadline: Feb 1, 2020.
Civic Engagement and Environmental Impact Grants to improve the Quality of Life in Communities
First Solar Corporate Charitable Fund announced a Civic Engagement and Environmental Impact Grants Program to improve the quality of life in communities around the world. Emphasis is placed on programs that support the First Solar Corporate giving values which include: focusing on “green” education initiatives, access to clean energy and water in underserved areas, and the development of innovative and sustainable technologies.
Funding Information: grant requests must be for projects or services that cost or exceed USD 10,000.
Deadline: Feb 1, 2020.
Professional Development Grants Program, World Wild Fund (see list of countries)
Provide support for mid-career conservationists to pursue short-term, non-degree training to upgrade their knowledge and skills. These trainings can include short courses, certificate trainings, or conferences among other training opportunities. PDGs support training-related costs, including registration fees and tuition, meals and accommodations, books and materials, international travel, visa fees, and local transportation.
Funding information: applicants can request up to USD 6,500
Deadline: Feb 1, 2020.
Call for Inquiry Forms, 2020 Grant Program, Motorola Solutions Foundation
This year the foundation will focus its giving in three key areas: STEM education, specifically focused on technology and engineering; public safety education; and blended public safety and technology, and engineering education programs.
Funding information: grant max. request USD 50,000
Deadline: Feb 3, 2020.
Call for Proposals, ARCHIPELAGO (see list of African and European countries)
4-year European program, funded by the EU in the framework of the EU Emergency Trust Fund (EUTF) for Africa. Its main objectives are to improve the employability of young people through targeted technical and vocational education and training (TVET) measures and to support the growth of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs).
Funding information: The overall indicative amount made available is EUR 4,500,000. Min. amount EUR 400,000 and max. amount EUR 500,000.
Deadline: Feb 6, 2020.
Secondary Agriculture Education Challenge Grant Program, US Department of Agriculture – National Institute of Food and Agriculture
Seeks to promote and strengthen secondary education and two-year postsecondary education in the food, agriculture, natural resources and human (FANH) sciences in order to help ensure the existence of a workforce in the US that's qualified to serve the FANH sciences system; and encourage more young Americans to pursue and complete a baccalaureate or higher degree in the FANH sciences.
Funding information: estimated total USD 800,000; award ceiling USD 300,000; award floor USD 50,000
Deadline: Feb 6, 2020.
Call for Proposals, Civil Society Organizations as Actors of Governance and Development work in the field, European Commission (South Africa)
The specific objective is to increase the participation of South African CSOs in tackling climate change: mitigating greenhouse gases emissions and adapting to its adverse effects. It intends to tackle climate change while enhancing gender equality and participation of youth and encourages innovative partnerships with the double objective of leaving no-one behind and leveraging the strengths of different stakeholders.
Funding information: overall amount EUR 3,998,003.70; any grant requested must fall between min. amount EUR 300,000 and max. amount EUR 700,000
Deadline: Feb 10, 2020.
Call for Proposals, VIVA Girls Initiative, MADRE
First cycle of its initiative to support the leadership, power, creativity, and organizing of girls around the world. Individual or group must plan to implement, or is currently implementing work that aims to: build a just peace (preventing, surviving, and recovering from war); advance climate justice (including advocating for just economic and environmental policies); end gender-based violence (including protections for women, girls, and LGBTIQ people).
Funding information: USD 100 to 20,000. Financial support that can be used for general support and/or projects, to be used over a period of 12 months.
Deadline: Feb 10, 2020.
Request for Proposals, OPTions Initiative (see list of low- and middle-income countries)
The goal of the Options for Pregnancy Termination Innovation Initiative is to support access to safe abortion. It seeks innovative and transformative approaches that put women and girls in control of where, when and how they terminate their pregnancy. The focus is to support the development and testing of: 1) new approaches to increasing early access to existing abortion products/services, 2) next generation methods of pregnancy termination.
Funding information: seed grants of up to CAD 250,000 over 18 to 24 months.
Deadline: Feb 11, 2020.
Seed Funding for Cooperation Projects in the Baltic Sea Region
The Swedish Institute seeks to strengthen Sweden’s relations and develop cooperation with the countries around the Baltic Sea and in their immediate area. The project activities that the Swedish Institute supports via ‘seed funding’ must be clearly linked to one or more of the challenges identified in the EU Strategy for the Baltic Sea region. Projects including countries in the EU Eastern Partnership must also relate to it.
Funding Information: A project can apply for SEK 100,000 to SEK 500,000.
Deadline: Feb 12, 2020.
Youth Grants, Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation (United States)
Looking for the best ideas from young people about how they can help end childhood hunger in their communities. Supporting youth leaders ages 5-25 to turn their ideas into action and make an impact on the issue of childhood hunger on Global Youth Service Day (GYSD) – April 17-19, 2020 – and beyond.
Funding information: grants up to USD 1,200
Deadline: Feb 16, 2020.
Call for Project Ideas, European Climate Initiative (EU)
Supports projects that enhance the implementation of the EU climate and energy framework, support the transition to low-emission economies and societies in the EU, conduct trans-national climate education and foster a better understanding of Germany’s climate policy in the EU. The initiative focuses on: creating awareness/pooling knowledge, establishing networks and exchanging successful models, and capacity development.
Funding information: a grant between EUR 50,000 and at most EUR 1,000,000 may be made for each project. The project’s term should not be more than 28 months and must be concluded in March 2023 at the latest.
Deadline: Feb 18, 2020.
New Environmental Damages Fund (EDF), Government of Canada
To restore the environment and conserve wildlife and habitats in a scientifically sound, cost-effective, and technically feasible way. Project categories: restoration, environmental quality improvement, research and development, education and awareness.
Funding information: Details on available funds and fund use requirements can be found on the Available Funds page
Deadline: Feb 18, 2020.
Call for Proposals, Wehubit (Belgian bilateral development cooperation countries)
General objective of the program is to support and improve digitization in view of speeding up sustainable development, strengthening prosperity, reducing inequality and empowering people and businesses in the partner countries of the Belgian Development Cooperation.
Funding information: min. amount is EUR 50,0000 and max. amount is EUR 350,000
Deadline: Feb 21, 2020.
2020 Call for Proposals on "Promotion of Family Farming" in West Africa
The Fondation de France and the French Committee for International Solidarity (CFSI) has announced a 2020 Call for Projects "Promotion of Family Farming in West Africa" to promote local initiatives to increase access to food through viable and sustainable West African family farming, to share the gains on a larger scale and to contribute documentation of the sustainability of this agricultural model that is likely to challenge decision-makers to take these issues into account in public policies.
Funding Information: short-term projects (one-year duration) – EUR 10,000 to EUR 15,000; multi-year projects (3 years maximum) - maximum amount of EUR 50,000
Deadline: Feb 24, 2020.
Minorities Fellowship Program, Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights
OHCHR’s most comprehensive training program for human rights and minority rights defenders belonging to national or ethnic, religious and linguistic minorities. Serves as an opportunity for human rights activists working towards the protection and promotion of minority rights to expand their partners’ base by building a strategic dialogue with fellow activists from across the globe, the UN, relevant Geneva-based NGOs, and other partners.
Funding information: a return ticket (economy class) from the country of residence to Geneva; basic health insurance for the duration of the Program; a stipend to cover modest accommodation and other living expenses for the duration of the Program.
Deadline: Feb 28, 2020.
Species Conservation Projects, Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund
Open to applications for funding support from conservationists based in all parts of the world, and will potentially support projects focused on any and all kinds of plant, animal and fungus species, subject to the approval of an independent evaluation committee.
Funding information: max. grant size is USD 25,000, but the total budget of a project can be higher if there are other sources of funding.
Deadline: Feb 28, 2020.
Peace Research Grants, International Peace Research Association (IPRA) Foundation
The aim is to advance the field of peace research through rigorous investigation into the causes of conflict and examination of alternatives to violence. Especially interested in projects that investigate how the conditions of peace can be advanced and/or the causes of war and other forms of violence be addressed, including their effects on people and society.
Deadline: Feb 29, 2020.
New Impact Grants Program, Woodard & Curran Foundation (US)
Will award innovative project(s) that applies or advances technology to address water (e.g. water, wastewater, stormwater) issues. Open to all US-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits that meet the Foundation’s eligibility requirements.
Funding information: up to two Impact Grants (total available is USD 100,000, whether one or two grants are awarded) to be distributed over three consecutive years: 2020-2023.
Deadline: Feb 29, 2020.
Small Grants Program, Mérieux Foundation (list of countries in link)
Contributes towards financing projects that aim to improve the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases. The projects including mothers and children as beneficiaries will be given priority.
Funding information: selected projects will receive financial support of up to EUR 5,000
Deadline: Mar 1, 2020.
Small Grants Fund, Global Forest Watch
Seeking civil society organizations that have innovative ideas for using the near-real-time data on GFW to combat deforestation through monitoring, enforcement, advocacy and capacity building.
Funding information: grant awards between USD 10,000 – 40,000; individualized training and support; form part of the GFW partnereship
Deadline: Mar 1, 2020.
Small Research Grants, Spencer Foundation
Program is “field-initiated” in that proposal submissions are not in response to a specific request for a particular research topic, discipline, design, method, or location. Goal is to support rigorous, intellectually ambitious and technically sound research that is relevant to the most pressing questions and compelling opportunities in education.
Funding information: proposed budgets are limited to USD 50,000
Deadline: Mar 3, 2020.
Small Grants, International Climate Initiative (IKI) (see list of countries)
To provide support to the implementation of both the United Nation Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in implementing the Paris Agreement as well as the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in addressing the global loss of biodiversity (Aichi Targets and the goals of the future post 2020 Global Biodiversity Framework).
Funding information: up to EUR 100,000. Exceeding amounts not considered.
Deadline: Mar 5, 2020.
Travel Grants Program, Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture
To reinforce efforts and resources in the promotion of inclusive and sustainable agricultural and rural development (ISARD) toward food security and poverty alleviation in the region.
Funding information: up to a maximum of US 1,200 to each qualified agriculture and agriculture-related professionals and social scientists including graduate students in SE Asia.
Deadline: Mar 7, 2020.
New Request for Proposals for Multi-year Projects, JRS Biodiversity Foundation (see list of African countries)
Focused on biodiversity data, knowledge and information services related to (1) freshwater biodiversity, (2) pollinator biodiversity, and (3) biodiversity informatics capacity development
Funding information: total requested grant for 1‐3 years may range from about USD 50,000 -USD 250,000.
Deadline: Mar 10, 2020.
New Research and Development (R&D) Fund, Efficiency for Access Coalition (see list of focus countries)
The focus is on projects developing enabling technologies or products for weak and off-grid areas, with a particular focus on interoperability and inclusivity. Overall focus is in recognition of SDG 5 to achieve gender equality, SDG 7 to ensure access to affordable, reliable and sustainable energy, and SDG 10 to reduce inequality within/amongst countries.
Funding information: grants are available from GBP 50,000 to GBP 300,000. Up to GBP 2 million in funding has been made available for this call.
Deadline: Mar 15, 2020.
Agriculture Innovation Center Grant Program, USDA (United States)
Seeking applications to provide grants for “Agriculture Innovation Centers” that will provide technical assistance to agricultural producers to market value-added agricultural products.
Funding information: estimated USD 3,500,000; ceiling USD 1,000,000; floor USD 500,000.
Deadline: March 20, 2020.
Grant Program, Mazda Foundation (New Zealand)
Will consider awarding grants to programs promoting: the maintenance and improvement of the natural environment; the advancement of culture and education to achieve excellence at all levels; young people through advancement of education and employment skills development; the arts to educate and expose the public on NZ culture.
Deadline: Mar 31, 2020.
Recovery of Species on the Brink of Extinction, National Geographic Society
To support priorities of IUCN SSC Species Conservation Plans as well as conservation actions that are endorsed by the relevant IUCN SSC Species Specialist Group. The goal is to halt biodiversity decline by implementing conservation plans for species and groups of species.
Funding information: requests should be less than USD 30,000, but can be up to USD 50,000
Deadline: Apr 10, 2020.
New Improving the Quality of Vocational Education and Training (VET) Through Establishment of Sectoral Centers of Excellence Program, European Union (EU/Turkey)
The objective of this call for proposals is: to establish a flexible, transparent, innovative and quality based education system which supports social and economic development and prepares for employment, where all segments of society find the possibility to learn within their own needs.
Funding information: min. amount EUR 200,000; max. amount EUR 600,000
Deadline: Apr 14, 2020.
New Call for Proposals, Norway’s International Climate and Forest Initiative (see list of countries)
Civil society organizations are invited to present proposals for projects that contribute to NICFI’s strategic goal, which is that reversed and reduced loss of tropical forest contribute to a stable climate, protect biodiversity and enhance sustainable development.
Funding information: For applications covering a five-year period, priority will be given to projects with a total budget above NOK 20 million.
Deadline: Apr 20, 2020.
Patagonia: Corporate Grants Program in the United States
Accepting applications for its Corporate Grants Program to fund environmental work that takes place within the United States and is either national in scope or not located near one of their U.S. retail stores. The Corporate Grants Program supports small grassroots activist organizations with provocative direct-action agendas, working strategically on multipronged campaigns to preserve and protect their environment.
Funding Information: The funding range for a corporate grant is typically between USD 10,000 and USD 20,000, depending on the specific needs of the project.
Deadline: Apr 30, 2020.
New Small Grants Program, The Fund for Wild Nature (US and Canada)
Provides small grants for North American campaigns to save native species and wild ecosystems, with an emphasis on actions designed to defend threatened wilderness and biological diversity. Supports biocentric goals premised on effective/intelligible strategies.
Funding information: grants awarded currently range USD 3,000 or less. Applicants’ annual budget must be USD 250,000 or less.
Deadline: May 1, 2020.
New Small Grants Program for the Purchase of Nature, International Union for Conservation of Nature Netherlands (NGOs in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Pacific)
Provides funds for local NGOs to acquire (through purchase or lease) threatened nature, create safe reserves and connect wildlife habitats for endangered species.
Funding information: maximum financial assistance is EUR 85,000
Deadline: May 1, 2020.
Call for Proposals for Accessible Technology Program, Government of Canada
Aims to co-fund innovative projects led by the private sector, not-for-profit organizations and research institutes to develop new assistive and adaptive digital devices and technologies in order to make it easier for Canadians with disabilities to more fully participate in the digital economy.
Funding information: remaining available funds for new proposals amounts to approximately CAD 1,000,000
Deadline: Jun 2, 2020.
Energize the Environment Program, Quadratec Cares (US)
Supports enthusiasts working towards improving the environment. Any individual, group, or organization in the US who has a love for all things environmental, and has an idea or event designed to help improve their environment, is eligible.
Funding information: recipient or organization will receive a one-time USD 3,500 payment to be used exclusively towards stated project. Only one grant will be awarded per individual or organization per year.
Deadline: Jun 30, 2020.
Academic Scholarship – Women In STEM, ABC Humane Wildlife Control & Prevention, Inc.
To increase the number of women studying and influencing the future of science, including technology, engineering, and math. Essay Prompt: Why are you passionate about science, technology, engineering, or math, and how will your pursuit of these fields help preserve biodiversity, improve the health of our planet, or alleviate human suffering?
Funding information: One (1) award of USD 1,000 will be granted to the top essay submitted, and up to nine other students may receive awards for their submissions.
Deadline: Jul 1, 2020.
U.S. Embassy Port of Spain Public Affairs Section (PAS) Annual Program
Public Affairs Office in the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy Port of Spain of the U.S. Department of State announced an open competition for assistance awards through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). The purpose of funding projects is to further contributions to economic growth and the development of human and government capacity in Trinidad and Tobago, while developing people-to-people, institutional, and economic ties between the US and Trinidad and Tobago.
Award information: may range from a minimum of USD 500 to a maximum of USD 20,000.
Deadline: Sep 30, 2020.
Global Water Futures – Affiliate Projects
The goal of the program is to deliver risk management solutions - informed by leading-edge water science and supported by innovative decision-making tools - to manage water futures in Canada and other cold regions where global warming is changing landscapes, ecosystems, and the water environment.
Deadline: There is no associated closing date with applications.
Global Innovation Fund (GIF)
This program seeks to invest in social innovations that aim to improve the lives and opportunities of millions of people in the developing world. Open to funding innovations in any sector as long as they can demonstrate their innovation improves the lives of those living on less than USD 5 PPP per day.
Range: USD 50,000 – 15,000,000
Deadline: Program is open on an ongoing basis.

Fellowships and other opportunities

Opportunity for Leaders working on Climate Change and Sustainability Engagement within the NGOs
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".
Deadline: Jan 24, 2020
Economic Opportunity Challenge (United States)
Aims to build a more vibrant economic ecosystem by scaling an impactful, evidence-based solution that sustainably creates economic opportunity for low-income families. Public competition launched with the support of Lever for Change, it is looking for proven, data-driven solutions ready to serve as a model for communities across the United States.
Deadline: Jan 28, 2020.
New Webinar, Climate Change and Agriculture in Central America and the Andean Region
The webinar will present results from a multiyear study assessing the potential impact of climate change on the agriculture sector in the region through 2050.
Deadline: Jan 29, 2020.
International Youth Fellow, Aga Khan Foundation Canada
9-month professional development program for Canadians seeking hands-on experience in international development. Includes three streams: International Development Management (IDM) and International Microfinance and Microenterprise (IMM).
Award: most of the costs associated with living and working overseas are covered. Successful candidates required to make a one-time contribution of USD 1000 towards costs.
Deadline: Jan 31, 2020.
ReNature Training Course, University of Trento
February 5-7, 2020
Nature-based Solutions in Urban Planning. The course, organized by the ReNature project, will upskill participants in: understanding the ecological foundations of NbS, assessing their impacts on ecosystem services and their socio-economic implications, identifying planning barriers and opportunities, applying key principles for NbS design.
Call for Applications, Digital Innovation Accelerator
Participants begin by submitting their digital innovation solutions for Gender Equality, EduTech as well as Environmental Climate Action-related topics. 45 short-listed teams will participate in the 6-month Digital Innovation Accelerator program where they will – among others – receive capacity-building support; refine their business models and pitch strategy; optimize their SDG impacts, and work on their investment readiness.
Award: 12 winning teams of the competition stage will receive tailored support packages equivalent to EUR 15,000 each
Deadline: Feb 3, 2020.
Call for Applications, 2020 Emerging Voices for Global Health (EV4GH)
An innovative multi-partner blended training program for young, promising and emerging health policy & systems researchers, decision makers and other health system actors with an interest to become influential global health voices and/or local change makers. EV4GH coaches “Emerging Voices” to participate actively in international conferences where global health issues are addressed and to raise their voice in scientific and policy debates.
Deadline: Feb 6, 2020.
Soros Equality Fellowship, Open Society Foundation
To support emerging mid-career professionals who will become long-term innovative leaders impacting racial justice. The aim is to incubate new ideas, promote risk-taking, and develop different ways of thinking that challenge and expand our existing assumptions.
Award information: USD 100,000 to support the production of an innovative racial justice project over the course of 18 months.
Deadline: Feb 13, 2020.
FAMAE: Food for Good Challenge to Develop Innovative and Concrete Solution
The FAMAE is seeking applications for the Food for Good Challenge to develop an innovative and concrete solution from field to fork to deliver fair, sustainable & healthy food, for everybody, everywhere. The goal of the FAMAE endowment fund is to seek pragmatic, efficient, durable, universal and money-saving solutions to make life easier for urban citizens while reducing their environmental footprint.
Award information: Funding will be at least EUR 15,000 per category and may reach nearly EUR 2,000,000.
Deadline: Feb 14, 2020
International Climate Protection Fellowship, Humboldt Foundation (list of countries)
Enables prospective leaders in academia and industry to implement a research-based proposal in the field of climate protection or climate-related resource conservation during a one-year stay in Germany.
Deadline: March 1, 2020.
Teach for India Fellowship Program
Opportunity for students and professionals with a Bachelor’s degree serve as full-time teachers to children from low-income communities in some of the nation’s most under-resourced schools.
Award information: salary of Rs 20,412 per month, housing allowance ranging from Rs 5,300 to 10,000 (depending on city and if required to relocate), and allowance for school supplies
Deadline: March 1, 2020.
International Training Program (ITP), Sida (Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia)
Seeking collaborative organizations active in urban water and sanitation, ready to engage in processes for change and invest in employees as potential change agents.
Award information: benefits for participants – increased knowledge of methods/tools for sustainable urban water and sanitation services/systems; increased capacity to initiate and drive organizational change processes; shared experiences from colleagues; extended professional network. Benefits for organizations - professional support for more sustainable and inclusive water/sanitation services; educated and encouraged staff; collaboration opportunities with various organizations, experts and agencies.
Deadline: Mar 13, 2020.
New Pre- and Post-Doctoral Mellon Fellowships, The Climate Museum
Seeks applications from humanities scholars who wish to engage the public on climate change and inequality. Fellows will work with staff and partners to develop public programs exploring the many ways in which the climate crisis is a social justice crisis.
Benefits: The pre-doctoral fellowship includes a stipend of USD 32,000 a year, as well as health and dental insurance. The post-doctoral fellowship includes a stipend of USD 63,000 a year, as well as health and dental insurance.
Deadline: Mar 15, 2020.
International Training Program, Sida
Sida is seeking collaborative organizations active in urban water and sanitation, ready to engage in processes for change and to invest in capable and engaged employees as potential change agents.
Benefits: for participants - Increased knowledge of methods and tools for planning services and systems, increased capacity to initiate and drive organizational change processes, and more. For organizations - professional support for more sustainable and inclusive water and sanitation services, collaboration opportunities, and more.
Deadline: Apr 26, 2020.
Tech Fellowship, Global Forest Watch
Seeking forest protection advocates who are passionate about using technology for forest monitoring from a variety of sectors including: science, journalism, law enforcement, advocacy and conservation. Fellowship program is one-year long and offers opportunities for skill-building, networking and mentorship. Program includes participation in a four-day tech camp and the 2019 GFW Summit in Washington, D.C. Fellows will receive a stipend and access to funds for related activities.
Deadline: The call for applications opens on February 15, 2019 and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The Fellowship will run from June 2019 through May 2020.
Call for Female Applicants: AIMS-Canada Research Chairs in Climate Change Science, International Development Research Centre, Canada and Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
Each Chair will be provided up to USD 970,000 over a four-year period and tasked with executing a world-class research program able to contribute significantly towards building both the human capital and the scientific knowledgebase required to solve important climate change-related problems in Africa and beyond.
The application process will remain open until suitable candidates are identified.
Scholarship for Displaced Students, Columbia University
Supports displaced students from anywhere in the world who are unable to complete their higher education. These students will receive full tuition, housing, and living assistance while pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees across all 18 Columbia schools and affiliates. Scholarship aims to shift the global dialogue surrounding displaced persons, from one that views them as a burden to one that recognizes them as vital contributors to global innovation and prosperity.

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January 5, 2020

Your Weekly Funding Opportunities: January 5, 2020

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January 5, 2020

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Call for Proposals: Grant Scheme for Common Cultural Heritage (EU-Turkey)
Grants, Van Tienhoven Foundation (see list of countries)
Small Grants Program, Mérieux Foundation (list of countries in link)
International Training Programme (ITP), Sida (Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia)
Call for Proposals, Civil Society Organizations as Actors of Governance and Development work in the field, European Commission (South Africa)
Call for Inquiry Forms, 2020 Grant Program, Motorola Solutions Foundation
Request for Applications, Grant Competition, US Institute of Peace
Call for Proposals, VIVA Girls Initiative, MADRE
Endangered Animal Species small grants project, Fondation Ensemble
Call for Applications, Grant Program 2020-2021, Kubota Fund

All currently open calls:

Grant-making opportunities

Applications Open for Generation Unlimited Youth Challenge in Kenya
Applications are now open for Generation Unlimited Youth Challenge, which is an opportunity to identify solutions that can have a positive impact around education, skills, training, employment opportunities and empowerment of young people. Kenya is one of the first countries to pilot Generation Unlimited with President Uhuru Kenyatta as a Global Champion for youth empowerment. This year, the Generation Unlimited Youth Challenge is back in Kenya as one of 41 countries participating globally.
Award Information: Winners will receive USD 20,000 each
Deadline: Jan 6, 2020.
Environmental Education Grants, Environmental Protection Agency (United States)
Seeks grant applications from eligible applicants to support environmental education projects that promote environmental awareness and stewardship and help provide people with the skills to take responsible actions to protect the environment. This grant program provides financial support for projects that design, demonstrate, and/or disseminate environmental education practices, methods, or techniques.
Funding Information: USD 2,000,000 – 5,000,000
Deadline: Jan 6, 2020.
Call for Proposals, Grand Challenges Africa – Innovation Seed Grants
Focused on top priorities for Maternal Neonatal & Child Health in Africa – solutions to meet the Sustainable Development Goal 3 targets for maternal, neonatal and child health. The research priorities are across the spectrum of health research and in all four domains of description (epidemiology), discovery (new interventions), development (improvement of existing interventions), and delivery (implementation research, including health systems).
Funding information: will fund projects up to USD 100,000 for 2 years.
Deadline: Jan 14, 2020.
Big Cats Conservations Initiative, National Geographic Society
To advance conservation efforts benefiting big cat populations, protecting and restoring them and their habitats via field-based, action-oriented, direct, and quantifiable strategic programs. To identify projects that will help reduce the decline of African big cats.
Funding information: applicants may request up to USD 100,000 to be used over 1 or 2 years
Deadline: Jan 15, 2020.
Request for Proposals, National Geographic Society
Seeking proposals for the grant program entitled "Biodiversity Exploration and Discovery" to support inventories, surveys, and research expeditions in regions of the world where species discoveries are more likely to occur and where little or no information is available.
Funding information: Applicants may request up to USD 50,000, with clear budget justification for use of the grant
Deadline: Jan 15, 2020.
New Call for Applications, Grant Program 2020-2021, Kubota Fund
To provide a grant for research analysts, trainees and students from developing countries who join in academic or training program(s) provided by research/educational institutes or private enterprises located in Japan. Prioritized fields: civil engineering, electrical/electronic engineering, agronomic/agricultural engineering, energy engineering, environmental science, and development economics.
Funding information: YEN 80,000 to 100,000 per month.
Deadline: Jan 17, 2020.
New Request for Applications, Grant Competition, US Institute of Peace
Fund to support research that will increase the overall understanding of the complex relationships between the environment, violent conflict, and peacebuilding. Expanding knowledge about how changes in the natural environment affect the relationship between state and society, and the relationship between groups (ethnic, religious, other identities).
Funding information: seeks applications in two categories: exploratory projects with budgets between USD 75,000 - 100,000 and advanced research projects with budgets between USD 225,000 - 300,000.
Deadline: Jan 22, 2020.
Environmental Curriculum Development Grants, Melinda Gray Ardia Environmental Foundation
To assist educators in the design and implementation of holistic environmental curricula.
The Foundation seeks to contribute to the development, implementation and/or field testing of environmental curricula that meet the mission, goals and requirements.
Deadline: Jan 25, 2020.
New Call for Proposals: Grant Scheme for Common Cultural Heritage (EU-Turkey)
The call for proposals aims the promotion of cross-border dialogues and networking between civil society organisations (CSOs) in Turkey and the EU in the areas of culture and arts including creative sectors and cultural heritage.
Funding information: total amount EUR 3,000,000; all grants must fall between min. amount EUR 60,000 and max. amount EUR 150,000. See link for further details.
Deadline: Jan 28, 2020.
Call for Proposals, African Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) Innovation Fund, European Union
The global objective is to unlock the inclusive innovation potential of ACP countries and support their transition into knowledge-based economies for sustainable development and poverty reduction. The specific objective is to contribute to a conducive and inclusive environment for Research and Innovation in ACP countries.
Funding information: Any grant requested must fall between a minimum amount of EUR 4,000,000 and a maximum amount of EUR 4,200,000
Deadline: Jan 29, 2019.
2020 Innovation for Peace and Justice Challenge is now open for Applications
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.
Deadline: Jan 31, 2020.
New Grants, Van Tienhoven Foundation (see list of countries)
Aims to promote the protection, conservation, and sustainable use of ecosystems and it's living organisms, where ever these are threatened or under pressure outside the Netherlands. Project priorities should focus on: threatened species and ecosystems and/or key biodiversity areas; countering human-induced causes for these threats; practicality and hands-on; initiated, owned and supported by local stakeholders; able to raise awareness.
Funding information: maximum requested budget of EUR 10,000 euro from the foundation and a total project budget of no more than EUR 50,000
Deadline: Jan 31, 2020.
Aboriginal Land Clean-up and Prevention Program (ALCUP), NSW Environment Protection Authority
This program aims to protect and enhance land that is culturally significant to Aboriginal people. It seeks to provide support to Local Aboriginal Land Councils (LALCs) to manage illegal dumping on private land owned by Aboriginal communities.
Range: AUS 10,000 – 75,000
Deadline: This program is open on an ongoing basis until 30 September 2019 or until funds are exhausted.
New Endangered Animal Species small grants project, Fondation Ensemble
Contributes to protecting one or more threatened animal species according to the IUCN classification (‘Critically Endangered’ or ‘Endangered’). Project is participatory and partnership-based: designed and implemented in conjunction with the relevant populations and with recognized local and/or international partners, and fosters capacity building.
Funding information: request should not exceed EUR 8,000 and should not exceed 50% of the total project budget.
Deadline: Feb 1, 2020.
Call for Proposals to Save Endangered Flora and Fauna, Prince Bernhard Nature Fund
To support small, local initiatives worldwide towards the conservation of endangered species (flora & fauna), or other initiatives that promote conservation and wise use of nature and our natural resources base. Preferential support for projects in developing countries, with special focus on tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia and Latin America.
Range: Up to USD/EUR 20,000
Deadline: Feb 1, 2020.
Small Grants Program, Clif Bar Family Foundation (United States)
Supports innovative small and mid-sized groups working to strengthen their food system and communities, enhance public health, and safeguard environment and natural resources.
Deadline: Feb 1, 2020.
Civic Engagement and Environmental Impact Grants to improve the Quality of Life in Communities
First Solar Corporate Charitable Fund announced a Civic Engagement and Environmental Impact Grants Program to improve the quality of life in communities around the world. Emphasis is placed on programs that support the First Solar Corporate giving values which include: focusing on “green” education initiatives, access to clean energy and water in underserved areas, and the development of innovative and sustainable technologies.
Funding Information: grant requests must be for projects or services that cost or exceed USD 10,000.
Deadline: Feb 1, 2020.
Professional Development Grants Program, World Wild Fund (see list of countries)
Provide support for mid-career conservationists to pursue short-term, non-degree training to upgrade their knowledge and skills. These trainings can include short courses, certificate trainings, or conferences among other training opportunities. PDGs support training-related costs, including registration fees and tuition, meals and accommodations, books and materials, international travel, visa fees, and local transportation.
Funding information: applicants can request up to USD 6,500
Deadline: Feb 1, 2020.
New Call for Inquiry Forms, 2020 Grant Program, Motorola Solutions Foundation
This year the foundation will focus its giving in three key areas: STEM education, specifically focused on technology and engineering; public safety education; and blended public safety and technology, and engineering education programs.
Funding information: grant max. request USD 50,000
Deadline: Feb 3, 2020.
Call for Proposals, ARCHIPELAGO (see list of African and European countries)
4-year European programme, funded by the EU in the framework of the EU Emergency Trust Fund (EUTF) for Africa. Its main objectives are to improve the employability of young people through targeted technical and vocational education and training (TVET) measures and to support the growth of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs).
Funding information: The overall indicative amount made available is EUR 4,500,000. Min. amount EUR 400,000 and max. amount EUR 500,000.
Deadline: Feb 6, 2020.
Secondary Agriculture Education Challenge Grant Program, US Department of Agriculture – National Institute of Food and Agriculture
Seeks to promote and strengthen secondary education and two-year postsecondary education in the food, agriculture, natural resources and human (FANH) sciences in order to help ensure the existence of a workforce in the US that's qualified to serve the FANH sciences system; and encourage more young Americans to pursue and complete a baccalaureate or higher degree in the FANH sciences.
Funding information: estimated total USD 800,000; award ceiling USD 300,000; award floor USD 50,000
Deadline: Feb 6, 2020.
New Call for Proposals, Civil Society Organizations as Actors of Governance and Development work in the field, European Commission (South Africa)
The specific objective is to increase the participation of South African CSOs in tackling climate change: mitigating greenhouse gases emissions and adapting to its adverse effects. It intends to tackle climate change while enhancing gender equality and participation of youth and encourages innovative partnerships with the double objective of leaving no-one behind and leveraging the strengths of different stakeholders.
Funding information: overall amount EUR 3,998,003.70; any grant requested must fall between min. amount EUR 300,000 and max. amount EUR 700,000
Deadline: Feb 10, 2020.
New Call for Proposals, VIVA Girls Initiative, MADRE
First cycle of its initiative to support the leadership, power, creativity, and organizing of girls around the world. Individual or group must plan to implement, or is currently implementing work that aims to: build a just peace (preventing, surviving, and recovering from war); advance climate justice (including advocating for just economic and environmental policies); end gender-based violence (including protections for women, girls, and LGBTIQ people).
Funding information: USD 100 to 20,000. Financial support that can be used for general support and/or projects, to be used over a period of 12 months.
Deadline: Feb 10, 2020.
Request for Proposals, OPTions Initiative (see list of low- and middle-income countries)
The goal of the Options for Pregnancy Termination Innovation Initiative is to support access to safe abortion. It seeks innovative and transformative approaches that put women and girls in control of where, when and how they terminate their pregnancy. The focus is to support the development and testing of: 1) new approaches to increasing early access to existing abortion products/services, 2) next generation methods of pregnancy termination.
Funding information: seed grants of up to CAD 250,000 over 18 to 24 months.
Deadline: Feb 11, 2020.
Seed Funding for Cooperation Projects in the Baltic Sea Region
The Swedish Institute seeks to strengthen Sweden’s relations and develop cooperation with the countries around the Baltic Sea and in their immediate area. The project activities that the Swedish Institute supports via ‘seed funding’ must be clearly linked to one or more of the challenges identified in the EU Strategy for the Baltic Sea region. Projects including countries in the EU Eastern Partnership must also relate to it.
Funding Information: A project can apply for SEK 100,000 to SEK 500,000.
Deadline: Feb 12, 2020.
Youth Grants, Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation (United States)
Looking for the best ideas from young people about how they can help end childhood hunger in their communities. Supporting youth leaders ages 5-25 to turn their ideas into action and make an impact on the issue of childhood hunger on Global Youth Service Day (GYSD) – April 17-19, 2020 – and beyond.
Funding information: grants up to USD 1,200
Deadline: Feb 16, 2020.
2020 Call for Proposals on "Promotion of Family Farming" in West Africa
The Fondation de France and the French Committee for International Solidarity (CFSI) has announced a 2020 Call for Projects "Promotion of Family Farming in West Africa" to promote local initiatives to increase access to food through viable and sustainable West African family farming, to share the gains on a larger scale and to contribute documentation of the sustainability of this agricultural model that is likely to challenge decision-makers to take these issues into account in public policies.
Funding Information: short-term projects (one-year duration) – EUR 10,000 to EUR 15,000; multi-year projects (3 years maximum) - maximum amount of EUR 50,000
Deadline: Feb 24, 2020.
New Small Grants Program, Mérieux Foundation (list of countries in link)
Contributes towards financing projects that aim to improve the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases. The projects including mothers and children as beneficiaries will be given priority.
Funding information: selected projects will receive financial support of up to EUR 5,000
Deadline: Mar 1, 2020.
Small Research Grants, Spencer Foundation
Program is “field-initiated” in that proposal submissions are not in response to a specific request for a particular research topic, discipline, design, method, or location. Goal is to support rigorous, intellectually ambitious and technically sound research that is relevant to the most pressing questions and compelling opportunities in education.
Funding information: proposed budgets are limited to USD 50,000
Deadline: Mar 3, 2020.
Small Grants, International Climate Initiative (IKI) (see list of countries)
To provide support to the implementation of both the United Nation Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in implementing the Paris Agreement as well as the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in addressing the global loss of biodiversity (Aichi Targets and the goals of the future post 2020 Global Biodiversity Framework).
Funding information: up to EUR 100,000. Exceeding amounts not considered.
Deadline: Mar 5, 2020.
Travel Grants Program, Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture
To reinforce efforts and resources in the promotion of inclusive and sustainable agricultural and rural development (ISARD) toward food security and poverty alleviation in the region.
Funding information: up to a maximum of US 1,200 to each qualified agriculture and agriculture-related professionals and social scientists including graduate students in SE Asia.
Deadline: Mar 7, 2020.
Agriculture Innovation Center Grant Program, USDA (United States)
Seeking applications to provide grants for “Agriculture Innovation Centers” that will provide technical assistance to agricultural producers to market value-added agricultural products.
Funding information: estimated USD 3,500,000; ceiling USD 1,000,000; floor USD 500,000.
Deadline: March 20, 2020.
Grant Program, Mazda Foundation (New Zealand)
Will consider awarding grants to programmes promoting: the maintenance and improvement of the natural environment; the advancement of culture and education to achieve excellence at all levels; young people through advancement of education and employment skills development; the arts to educate and expose the public on NZ culture.
Deadline: Mar 31, 2020.
Recovery of Species on the Brink of Extinction, National Geographic Society
To support priorities of IUCN SSC Species Conservation Plans as well as conservation actions that are endorsed by the relevant IUCN SSC Species Specialist Group. The goal is to halt biodiversity decline by implementing conservation plans for species and groups of species.
Funding information: requests should be less than USD 30,000, but can be up to USD 50,000
Deadline: Apr 10, 2020.
Patagonia: Corporate Grants Program in the United States
Accepting applications for its Corporate Grants Program to fund environmental work that takes place within the United States and is either national in scope or not located near one of their U.S. retail stores. The Corporate Grants Program supports small grassroots activist organizations with provocative direct-action agendas, working strategically on multipronged campaigns to preserve and protect their environment.
Funding Information: The funding range for a corporate grant is typically between USD 10,000 and USD 20,000, depending on the specific needs of the project.
Deadline: Apr 30, 2020.
Academic Scholarship – Women In STEM, ABC Humane Wildlife Control & Prevention, Inc.
To increase the number of women studying and influencing the future of science, including technology, engineering, and math. Essay Prompt: Why are you passionate about science, technology, engineering, or math, and how will your pursuit of these fields help preserve biodiversity, improve the health of our planet, or alleviate human suffering?
Funding information: One (1) award of USD 1,000 will be granted to the top essay submitted, and up to nine other students may receive awards for their submissions.
Deadline: Jul 1, 2020.
U.S. Embassy Port of Spain Public Affairs Section (PAS) Annual Program
Public Affairs Office in the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy Port of Spain of the U.S. Department of State announced an open competition for assistance awards through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). The purpose of funding projects is to further contributions to economic growth and the development of human and government capacity in Trinidad and Tobago, while developing people-to-people, institutional, and economic ties between the US and Trinidad and Tobago.
Award information: may range from a minimum of USD 500 to a maximum of USD 20,000.
Deadline: Sep 30, 2020.
Global Water Futures – Affiliate Projects
The goal of the program is to deliver risk management solutions - informed by leading-edge water science and supported by innovative decision-making tools - to manage water futures in Canada and other cold regions where global warming is changing landscapes, ecosystems, and the water environment.
Deadline: There is no associated closing date with applications.
Global Innovation Fund (GIF)
This program seeks to invest in social innovations that aim to improve the lives and opportunities of millions of people in the developing world. Open to funding innovations in any sector as long as they can demonstrate their innovation improves the lives of those living on less than USD 5 PPP per day.
Range: USD 50,000 – 15,000,000
Deadline: Program is open on an ongoing basis.

Fellowships and other opportunities

U.S. Embassy in Lebanon launches 2020 SUSI for Student Leaders Women’s Leadership program
U.S. Embassy in Beirut announces the 2020 Study of the United States Institutes (SUSI) for Student Leaders Women’s Leadership program. Women’s Leadership Program is an intensive short-term academic program whose purpose is to provide groups of undergraduate students with a deeper understanding of the United States, while simultaneously enhancing their leadership skills. The five-week program will consist of a balanced series of seminar discussions, readings, group presentations, and lectures.
Deadline: Jan 6, 2020.
SDGs & Her Competition for Women-led Micro and Small Enterprises
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.
Deadline: Jan 10, 2020.
Young Scientists Summer Program, International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA)
The annual 3-month (YSSP) program offers research opportunities to talented young researchers whose interests correspond with the institute’s ongoing research on issues of global environmental, economic, and social change.
Deadline: Jan 11, 2020.
2020 Kingship Conservation Fellowship
Using a case study methodology, Fellows identify new solutions to real life conservation challenges. Over the course of the month, Fellows attend dynamic sessions, participate in collaborative and independent projects, and attend field trips.
Deadline: Jan 12, 2020.
Bill Emerson National Hunger Fellows Program (United States)
Fellows spend five months with community-based organizations throughout the United States. In mid-February fellows return to Washington for a second placement with organizations and government agencies focused on national anti-hunger and anti-poverty policy.
Award: Typically receive financial packages in the range of USD 38,000 to USD 43,000.
Deadline: Jan 13, 2020.
Rethink Plastics Challenge (list of eligible countries)To reduce or eliminate the production of single-use plastic and plastic waste in Latin America and the Caribbean, the Inter-American Development Bank is seeking innovative solutions.
Award: USD 60,000 in cash prizes, with a top prize of USD 30,000. The winning submissions could be considered for a pilot project financed by the IDB Group up to USD 250,000 subject to due diligence and internal approvals.
Deadline: Jan 14, 2020.
PhD Workshop, Indian Institute for Human Settlements (IIHS)
IIHS Bengaluru City Campus, Jan 13 -15, 2019
The workshop is designed to provide a platform for early and mid to late stage PhD students from across a wide range of disciplinary mix to explore in-depth, and further fine-tune, their work over an intensive three-day period.
2020 Dorothy Marchus Senesh Fellowship, International Peace Research Association (IPRA) Foundation
Fellowship in Peace and Development Studies for Women (Global South). This fellowship is not for research purposes and proposals.
Award: two women receive school expenses in the amount of USD 5,000 p/year for 2 years.
Deadline: Jan 15, 2020.
Sustainable Investing Challenge, Kellogg-Morgan Stanley
Harnesses capital markets and student creativity to create positive impact in a world of perpetual resource scarcity and continued population growth. Invites teams of graduate students from around the world to develop and pitch creative financial approaches to tackle pressing social and environmental challenges.
Funding information: USD 15,000 in prizes will be awarded to the winning teams. Overall first place: USD 10,000; overall runner-up USD 5,000.
Deadline: Jan 17, 2020.
2020 (YSI) Southeast Asia Innovation Programme
Programme to bring together South east Asian Youth to innovate for sustainable development. Focuses on shaping applicants into an innovator, and enables them to work in strong teams or individually to create lasting solutions to Southeast Asia’s pressing Energy, Food & Circular Economy problems.
Benefits: fully funded 5-month innovation programme, including: teammates, practical learning opportunities, trip to Singapore, and up to USD 5,000.
Deadline: Jan 18, 2020.
Europeans for Peace Program, Foundation “Remembrance, Responsibility and Future” (EVZ) (Central, Eastern and South-Eastern Europe, Israel and Germany)
Wants to get young people interested and invested in moral courage and social commitment. Doing joint project work, young people address diversity, respect and social cohesion.
Benefits: Travel expenses, accommodation and board costs, fees, presentation materials
Deadline: Jan 20, 2020.
Opportunity for Leaders working on Climate Change and Sustainability Engagement within the NGOs
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".
Deadline: Jan 24, 2020
Economic Opportunity Challenge (United States)
Aims to build a more vibrant economic ecosystem by scaling an impactful, evidence-based solution that sustainably creates economic opportunity for low-income families. Public competition launched with the support of Lever for Change, it is looking for proven, data-driven solutions ready to serve as a model for communities across the United States.
Deadline: Jan 28, 2020.
International Youth Fellow, Aga Khan Foundation Canada
9-month professional development program for Canadians seeking hands-on experience in international development. Includes three streams: International Development Management (IDM) and International Microfinance and Microenterprise (IMM).
Award: most of the costs associated with living and working overseas are covered. Successful candidates required to make a one-time contribution of USD 1000 towards costs.
Deadline: Jan 31, 2020.
ReNature Training Course, University of Trento
February 5-7, 2020
Nature-based Solutions in Urban Planning. The course, organized by the ReNature project, will upskill participants in: understanding the ecological foundations of NbS, assessing their impacts on ecosystem services and their socio-economic implications, identifying planning barriers and opportunities, applying key principles for NbS design.
Call for Applications, Digital Innovation Accelerator
Participants begin by submitting their digital innovation solutions for Gender Equality, EduTech as well as Environmental Climate Action-related topics. 45 short-listed teams will participate in the 6-month Digital Innovation Accelerator program where they will – among others – receive capacity-building support; refine their business models and pitch strategy; optimize their SDG impacts, and work on their investment readiness.
Award: 12 winning teams of the competition stage will receive tailored support packages equivalent to EUR 15,000 each
Deadline: Feb 3, 2020.
Call for Applications, 2020 Emerging Voices for Global Health (EV4GH)
An innovative multi-partner blended training program for young, promising and emerging health policy & systems researchers, decision makers and other health system actors with an interest to become influential global health voices and/or local change makers. EV4GH coaches “Emerging Voices” to participate actively in international conferences where global health issues are addressed and to raise their voice in scientific and policy debates.
Deadline: Feb 6, 2020.
Soros Equality Fellowship, Open Society Foundation
To support emerging mid-career professionals who will become long-term innovative leaders impacting racial justice. The aim is to incubate new ideas, promote risk-taking, and develop different ways of thinking that challenge and expand our existing assumptions.
Award information: USD 100,000 to support the production of an innovative racial justice project over the course of 18 months.
Deadline: Feb 13, 2020.
FAMAE: Food for Good Challenge to Develop Innovative and Concrete Solution
The FAMAE is seeking applications for the Food for Good Challenge to develop an innovative and concrete solution from field to fork to deliver fair, sustainable & healthy food, for everybody, everywhere. The goal of the FAMAE endowment fund is to seek pragmatic, efficient, durable, universal and money-saving solutions to make life easier for urban citizens while reducing their environmental footprint.
Award information: Funding will be at least EUR 15,000 per category and may reach nearly EUR 2,000,000.
Deadline: Feb 14, 2020
International Climate Protection Fellowship, Humboldt Foundation (list of countries)
Enables prospective leaders in academia and industry to implement a research-based proposal in the field of climate protection or climate-related resource conservation during a one-year stay in Germany.
Deadline: March 1, 2020.
Teach for India Fellowship Program
Opportunity for students and professionals with a Bachelor’s degree serve as full-time teachers to children from low-income communities in some of the nation’s most under-resourced schools.
Award information: salary of Rs 20,412 per month, housing allowance ranging from Rs 5,300 to 10,000 (depending on city and if required to relocate), and allowance for school supplies.
Deadline: March 1, 2020.
New International Training Programme (ITP), Sida (Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia)
Seeking collaborative organizations active in urban water and sanitation, ready to engage in processes for change and invest in employees as potential change agents.
Award information: benefits for participants – increased knowledge of methods/tools for sustainable urban water and sanitation services/systems; increased capacity to initiate and drive organizational change processes; shared experiences from colleagues; extended professional network. Benefits for organizations - professional support for more sustainable and inclusive water/sanitation services; educated and encouraged staff; collaboration opportunities with various organizations, experts and agencies.
Deadline: Mar 13, 2020.
Tech Fellowship, Global Forest Watch
Seeking forest protection advocates who are passionate about using technology for forest monitoring from a variety of sectors including: science, journalism, law enforcement, advocacy and conservation. Fellowship program is one-year long and offers opportunities for skill-building, networking and mentorship. Program includes participation in a four-day tech camp and the 2019 GFW Summit in Washington, D.C. Fellows will receive a stipend and access to funds for related activities.
Deadline: The call for applications opens on February 15, 2019 and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The Fellowship will run from June 2019 through May 2020.
Call for Female Applicants: AIMS-Canada Research Chairs in Climate Change Science, International Development Research Centre, Canada and Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
Each Chair will be provided up to USD 970,000 over a four-year period and tasked with executing a world-class research program able to contribute significantly towards building both the human capital and the scientific knowledgebase required to solve important climate change-related problems in Africa and beyond.
The application process will remain open until suitable candidates are identified.
Scholarship for Displaced Students, Columbia University
Supports displaced students from anywhere in the world who are unable to complete their higher education. These students will receive full tuition, housing, and living assistance while pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees across all 18 Columbia schools and affiliates. Scholarship aims to shift the global dialogue surrounding displaced persons, from one that views them as a burden to one that recognizes them as vital contributors to global innovation and prosperity.