Monthly Archives: June 2018
Global Fund for Community Foundation (GFCF): Inviting applications for ‘GFCF grants programme, 2018’ to strengthen and support community philanthropy approaches.
Funding brief: The GFCF is inviting concept notes for a grants programme aimed at strengthening and supporting community philanthropy approaches that: ● Strengthen the efforts of CPOs to respond to, change mindsets around and build support for complex, sensitive or apparently intractable issues at the community level (e.g. social cohesion and other community divisions, environmental issues, […]
The Volvo Environment Prize Foundation: Inviting applications for ‘Volvo Environment Prize’ to reward outstanding scientific discoveries or innovations which in broad terms fall within the environmental field.
Funding brief: Since the first award in 1990 the Volvo Environment Prize has become one of the scientific world’s most respected environmental prizes. Laureates represent all fields of environmental and sustainability studies and initiatives. The Volvo Environment Prize is awarded by an independent foundation. A Scientific Committee does the initial screening and evaluation of candidates. […]
Ministry of Youth and Sports Affairs in the Kingdom of Bahrain: Inviting applications for ‘Nasser Bin Hamad (NBH) Youth Creativity Award to attract and develop talents and promote innovation by reducing obstacles faced by many of the world’s youth by providing them with the opportunity to express themselves and their talents and involving them in the development of their nation.
Funding brief: In the framework of strengthening the strategic plan for the Ministry of Youth and Sports Affairs and the implementation of initiatives related to the goals and objectives of the strategy, which in turn is seeking to keep up with global developments in the field of youth and sports. These were then translated into a […]
School of Information Systems (SIS): Inviting applications for ‘SIS Design Challenge 2018’ for the theme-“Redesign Your Business with Digital Technology” to demonstrate their problem solving and design ability to propose solutions for digital-technology issues.
Funding brief: SIS Design Challenge 2018 facilitates students (undergraduate program) from various design and technology backgrounds (e.g. HCI, UX, ICT, industrial design, product design, visual design, interaction design) to demonstrate their problem solving and design ability to propose solutions for digital-technology issues. This year’s competition theme is “Redesign Your Business with Digital Technology”. This theme […]
World Food Programme (WFP): Inviting applications for ‘Innovation Accelerator’ to identify, nurture and scale bold solutions to hunger globally.
Funding brief: WFP’s Innovation Accelerator identifies, nurtures and scales bold solutions to hunger globally. They support WFP innovators and external start-ups and companies through financial support, access to a network of experts and a global field reach. The Accelerator believes the way forward in the fight against hunger is not necessarily in building grand plans, […]
Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement, University of California: Inviting applications for achievements in environmental science, policy, energy and health conferring great benefit upon humanity.
Funding brief: Established in 1973 by the late John and Alice Tyler, the Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement is one of the first international premier awards for environmental science, environmental health and energy. Recipients encompass the spectrum of environmental concerns, including environmental policy, health, air and water pollution, ecosystem disruption and loss of biodiversity, and […]
UNESCO: Inviting applications for ‘L’Oréal-UNESCO for Women in Science Awards 2019’ to ensure that the best female researchers from each continent are recognized and rewarded for their scientific excellence.
Funding brief: Scientists and scientific institutions around the world are invited to present and nominate the most qualified candidates for the 2019 L’Oréal-UNESCO for Women in Science Awards, until 13 July 2018. Their active participation will ensure that the best female researchers from each continent are recognized and rewarded for their scientific excellence. For the […]
Youth LEAD and Y-PEER (Asia Pacific Center): Inviting applications for ‘Innovative Grant 2018’ to address Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) needs of YKP at the regional and country level, pertaining to capacity development, policy influence, service delivery, community mobilization and evidence generation.
Funding brief: Youth LEAD and Y-PEER (Asia Pacific Center) have collaborated together to address SRHR needs of YKP at the regional and country level, pertaining to capacity development, policy influence, service delivery, community mobilization and evidence generation. One of the highlights of this collaboration has been to promote innovative ideas and initiatives from various youth […]
The Robert Carr Fund for civil society networks: Inviting applications from global and regional civil society networks addressing critical factors protecting the rights of inadequately served populations (ISPs) ; scaling up access to HIV prevention, treatment, care and support; and assuring that resources are mobilized and utilized appropriately to respond to the global HIV epidemic.
Funding brief: The Robert Carr Fund for civil society networks is pleased to announce an open Request for Proposals (RFP) for 2019-2021. Through this RFP, the Robert Carr Fund invites proposals from global and regional civil society networks addressing critical factors protecting the rights of inadequately served populations (ISPs); scaling up access to HIV prevention, […]
Asia Pacific Forum on Women, Law and Development (APWLD): Inviting applications for ‘Call for Proposals: Feminist Participatory Action Research – Support to Grassroots Women Organizations for Land Rights and Development Justice 2018-2020’ to strengthen feminist movements for land rights and development justice.
Funding brief: APWLD invites grassroots women’s rights organizations and movements to take part in this exciting Feminist Participatory Action Research (FPAR) programme that aims to develop capacity, tools and resources that support rural, indigenous, migrant and urban poor women (RIMUP) to demand their rights on land, water, soils, biodiversity, and other natural resources. Eight to […]
The Common Fund for Commodities (CFC): Inviting applications for ‘grant’ to provide financing to organizations and enterprises engaged in commodity value chains in its member countries.
Funding brief: CFC supports activities which promote the contribution of the commodity sector to achieving the SDGs in CFC member countries including the following aspects: (i) Social: Create employment (particularly for youth and women), provide sustained increase in household incomes, reduce poverty, and enhance food security. (ii) Economic: Enhance production and productivity, achieve higher local […]
World Photography Organisation: Inviting applications for ‘Sony World Photography Awards’ to showcase the best contemporary photography worldwide.
Funding brief: The Sony World Photography Awards is one of the most celebrated and diverse photography competitions in the world. Now in its 12th year, our goal is to showcase the best contemporary photography worldwide. The Awards are free to enter and open to all levels of photographer, from emerging 12-19-year-olds, enthusiastic hobbyists, and students, […]
U.S Department of State Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement: Inviting applications for the funding theme- ‘Increasing Access to Justice in Bangladesh’ to improve access to justice for indigent Bangladeshis.
Funding brief: This project will provide professional and technical development for defense legal professionals that provide criminal legal aid services in Bangladesh and help develop the organizational capacity of government legal aid committees to improve access to justice for indigent Bangladeshis. The project will provide legal training for defense lawyers to enhance the quality of […]
Journalismfund.eu: Inviting applications for ‘working grants’ for mixed teams of African, Asian and European journalists to investigate cross-border illicit financial flows, tax abuse and corruption in Africa, Asia and Europe.
Funding brief: In Money Trail Journalismfund.eu offers working grants for mixed teams of African, Asian and European journalists to investigate cross-border illicit financial flows, tax abuse and corruption in Africa, Asia and Europe. Grants are awarded to journalists solely by Journalismfund.eu, with no input or oversight at any stage from the consortium as a whole. […]
UNESCO: Inviting applications for ‘UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize for the Use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in Education’ to recognize projects and programmes that leverage innovative technologies to ensure education for excluded vulnerable groups.
Funding brief: UNESCO is launching the call for nominations for the 2018 edition of the UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize for the Use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in Education. Funded by the Kingdom of Bahrain and established in 2005, this year’s Prize will recognize projects and programmes that leverage innovative technologies […]
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC): Inviting applications for ‘Drug Abuse Prevention Centre (DAPC) Grants 2018’ to strengthen the capacity of civil society to prevent drug abuse globally.
Funding brief: This Call for Proposals takes into consideration the importance of harnessing all available resources towards the implementation of activities aimed at meeting the objectives of this Grants programme. The objective of this Grants programme is to strengthen the capacity of civil society to prevent drug abuse globally. Grants may be awarded for activities […]
Girl Rising Creative Challenge: Inviting applications from individuals and organizations from across the world to share how they are helping create a gender equal world.
Funding brief: Is someone you admire doing right by girls? Or maybe YOU are the one making the world a better place! They’re calling on individuals and organizations from across the world to share how they are helping create a gender equal world. Our actions, however big or small, can lead to profound change. So […]
Ministry of Youth and Sports Affairs in the Kingdom of Bahrain: Inviting applications for ‘the King Hamad Award for Youth Empowerment’ to recognize young people’s endeavour to be effective and productive citizens, contributing to the welfare of their communities and environment, as well as institutions that improve the enabling environment and infrastructure for youth to make an impact, in all United Nations Member States.
Funding brief: First of its kind, this global award comes as an expression of the firm faith of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, King of Bahrain, in young people’s potential to lead their countries and the world towards a better shared future of peace and prosperity for all people on a healthy […]
Filmmakers Without Borders (FWB): Inviting applications for ‘filmmaking grants’ to support independent filmmakers around the world via grants and other funding initiatives.
Funding brief: Filmmakers Without Borders (FWB) supports independent filmmakers around the world via grants and other funding initiatives. Supported projects include narrative films, documentary films, and new media projects that align with themes of social justice, empowerment, and cultural exchange. Goals & Objectives ● To empower the next generation of digital storytellers ● To promote diverse communities […]
Korea Water Forum: Inviting applications for ‘World Water Challenge 2018’ to present science and technology that are applicable to the real world and come up with optimal solutions to water problems.
Funding brief: World Water Challenge is an international contest for water solutions. As a follow up activity of the 7th World Water Forum in 2015, it has been annually held in conjunction with the Korea International Water Week(KIWW), aiming to discover imminent water problems that world is facing and to find feasible solutions to them. […]
The Spencer Foundation: Inviting applications for ‘Small Research Grants’ to fund academic work that will contribute to the improvement of education, broadly conceived.
Funding brief: The Small Research Grants program is intended to support education research projects with budgets of $50,000 or less. In keeping with the Spencer Foundation’s mission, this program aims to fund academic work that will contribute to the improvement of education, broadly conceived. Historically, the work we have funded through these grants has spanned, […]
Wellcome Trust (WT): Inviting applications for ‘Research Fund’ to offer practicing health professionals the opportunity to carry out humanities or social science research, in any area of health develop and test innovative ways of making health research open, accessible and reusable.
Funding brief: This funding supports researchers to develop and test innovative ways of making health research open, accessible and reusable. Donor Name: Wellcome Trust (WT) Funding name: Research Fund Deadline: 3rd, August, 2018, at 17:00 BST Funding details link: https://wellcome.ac.uk/funding/open-research-fund Funding limit: Up to £50,000 Special Notes: Please contact with the donor directly for further […]
Islamic Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ISESCO): Inviting applications for ‘The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Award for Environmental Management in the Islamic World (KSAAEM)’ to consolidate the broad concept of environmental management in the Islamic world; encouraging interest in the concept of sustainable development; publicizing the outstanding efforts and successful practices in the field of environmental management and mainstreaming them in Member States for wider benefit.
Funding brief: ISESCO announces that application for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Award for Environmental Management in the Islamic World (KSAAEM) at its current edition (2018-2019) will be launched as from 2 April 2018, and the deadline for acceptance of nominations is set on 31 December 2018. The winners will announced at the 8th Islamic […]
The World Bank’s Development Data Group (DECDG): Inviting applications for ‘Collaborative Data Innovations for Sustainable Development’ to support innovative collaborations for data production, dissemination, and use.
Funding brief: The World Bank’s Development Data Group (DECDG), in collaboration with the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development Data (GPSDD), is interested in supporting innovative collaborations for data production, dissemination, and use. The collaborations should take place in low-income countries and lower-middle-income countries, and be directed towards sustainable development generally, and linked to the Sustainable […]
Zayed Sustainability Prize: Inviting applications for ‘prize’ to celebrate achievements that are driving impact, innovation and inspiration across five distinct categories: Health, Food, Energy, Water and Global High Schools.
Funding brief: The Zayed Sustainability Prize is a tribute to the legacy of the late founding father of the UAE, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan – a visionary champion of environmental stewardship and global sustainability. This annual award celebrates achievements that are driving impact, innovation and inspiration across five distinct categories: Health, Food, Energy, […]
FoodForward: Inviting applications for ‘Global Foodtech Accelerator’ to bring top Made in Italy corporates and best international innovators together to disrupt agrifood and retail sectors.
Funding brief: FoodForward is a global Foodtech accelerator that brings top Made in Italy corporates and best international innovators together to disrupt agrifood and retail sectors. They chase innovation along the food supply chain to find the new foodtech stars. The program, held in Milan, is powered by Deloitte and promoted by Corporate partners Amadori, […]
Tree Research and Education Endowment Fund (TREE Fund): Inviting applications for ‘The Jack Kimmel International Grant Program’ to provide much needed funding to arboriculture and urban forestry researchers all over the world.
Funding brief: The Jack Kimmel International Grant Program, championed by the Canadian TREE Fund, honors the late Jack Kimmel who was the former Director of Parks for the City of Toronto. He is remembered for his contribution of 46 years of leadership to the ISA and its Ontario chapter. Jack Kimmel grants provide much needed […]
The Institute for Global Environmental Strategies (IGES): Inviting applications for ‘SDM 2018 Call for Proposals’ to contribute to the retention and enhancement of biodiversity in socio-ecological production landscapes and seascapes (SEPLS) for achieving the Aichi Biodiversity Targets.
Funding brief: The Secretariat for the Satoyama Development Mechanism (SDM) is pleased to announce that the call is now open for proposals for SDM 2018 projects. SDM is one of the collaborative activities of the International Partnership for Satoyama Initiative, established jointly by the Institute for Global Environmental Strategies (IGES), the United Nations University Institute […]
Transparency International: Inviting applications for ‘Anti-corruption award’ to honor remarkable individuals and organizations worldwide, including journalists, public prosecutors, government officials and civil society leaders.
Funding brief: Launched in 2000 as the Integrity Award, and renamed in 2016, the Anti-Corruption Award honors remarkable individuals and organizations worldwide, including journalists, public prosecutors, government officials and civil society leaders. Winners are a source of inspiration to the anti-corruption movement because their actions echo a common message: that corruption can be challenged. The […]
Tree Research and Education Endowment Fund (TREE Fund): Inviting applications for ‘JOHN Z. Duling Grant Program’ to provide start-up or seed funding to support innovative research and technology transfer projects that have the potential of benefiting the everyday work of arborists.
Funding brief: The John Z. Duling Grant Program was established and funded by a bequest from the estate of John Z. Duling of Indiana, a strong advocate of research who in 1972 proposed the establishment of the ISA Research Trust. The goal of this program is to provide start-up or seed funding to support innovative […]
King Baudouin Foundation: Inviting applications for ‘Ernest Solvay Fund’ to promote interest in scientific and technological training and development, both in Belgium and abroad.
Funding brief: One of the primary aims of the Ernest Solvay Fund is to promote interest in scientific and technological training and development, both in Belgium and abroad. It does this by supporting initiatives in both education and entrepreneurship in areas of science and technology such as chemistry, physics, biology, mathematics and earth sciences. The […]
The WE Empower Challenge: Inviting applications from women entrepreneurs who are advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals and inspiring entire communities to create the world we want by 2030.
Funding brief: The WE Empower Challenge is a global business competition for women entrepreneurs who are advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals and inspiring entire communities to create the world we want by 2030. Donor Name: The WE Empower Challenge Funding name: The WE Empower Challenge Deadline: July, 1st, 2018 (12:00AM EDT) Funding details link: […]
The International Foundation for Research in Experimental Economics (IFREE): Inviting applications for ‘The IFREE Small Grants Program’.
Funding brief: The International Foundation for Research in Experimental Economics (IFREE) was inspired originally by Mary Caslin Ross and the work of Dr. Vernon L. Smith to support research and education in experimental economics. IFREE is the only foundation annually supporting research projects, educational seminars and outreach workshops in experimental economics. IFREE Promotes Human Betterment […]
Islamic Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ISESCO): Inviting applications for ‘Research Grants’ to give researchers an opportunity to gain experience in their academic field by working as a Research Assistant on a faculty member’s research project or on their own project under the close guidance of academic institution or scientific research center.
Funding brief: The ICPSR grant program is designed to give researchers an opportunity to gain experience in their academic field by working as a Research Assistant on a faculty member’s research project or on their own project under the close guidance of academic institution or scientific research center. These grants are intended to help in […]
The Nordic Culture Fund: Inviting applications for ‘grant’ to support projects that contribute to an innovative and dynamic artistic and cultural scene in the Nordic Region, one that is diverse, accessible and of high quality.
Funding brief: The Nordic Culture Fund supports projects that contribute to an innovative and dynamic artistic and cultural scene in the Nordic Region, one that is diverse, accessible and of high quality. Donor Name: The Nordic Culture Fund Funding name: No specific fund name Deadline: Application deadlines in 2018 (Danish time, UTC + 1) ● 1st, […]
Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity: Inviting applications for ‘Prize’ to recognize and support those who risk their life, health, freedom, reputation or livelihood in order to save and aid individuals that suffer as a result of today’s tragedies, especially man-conceived disasters and crimes against humanity.
Funding brief: The Aurora Prize aims to recognize and support those who risk their life, health, freedom, reputation or livelihood in order to save and aid individuals that suffer as a result of today’s tragedies, especially man-conceived disasters and crimes against humanity. Criteria Courage: The extent to which the Nominee’s actions demonstrate: ● Courage in helping […]
Cartier international: Inviting applications for ‘Cartier Women’s Initiative Awards’ to find committed female entrepreneurs heading initiatives with the potential to grow significantly in the years to come.
Funding brief: The Cartier Women’s Initiative Awards is looking for committed female entrepreneurs heading initiatives with the potential to grow significantly in the years to come. It is a unique opportunity for early-phase women entrepreneurs to take their companies to the next level. Donor Name: Cartier international Funding name: Cartier Women’s Initiative Awards’ Deadline: 31st, […]
The Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI): Inviting applications for ‘Stockholm Water Prize’ to recognize women, men and organizations who have made outstanding contributions to the sustainable use and protection of the world’s water resources.
Funding brief: The Stockholm Water Prize recognizes women, men and organizations who have made outstanding contributions to the sustainable use and protection of the world’s water resources. Donor Name: The Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) Funding name: 2019 Stockholm Water Prize Deadline: 30th, September, 2018 Funding details link: http://www.siwi.org/prizes/stockholmwaterprize/nominate/ Funding limit: Not found Special Notes: […]
European Commission: Inviting applications for ‘Individual Fellowships’ to give your career a boost by working abroad.
Funding brief: Individual Fellowships (IF) are a great option if you are an experienced researcher looking to give your career a boost by working abroad. They offer exciting new learning opportunities and a chance to add some sparkle to your CV. Types of Individual Fellowships: There are two types of Individual Fellowships: ● European Fellowships ● Global […]
The Toyota Foundation: Inviting applications for ‘Research Grant Program’ for the topic -“Exploring New Values for Society”
Funding brief: The main topic of Research Grant Program 2018, titled “Exploring New Values for Society”, supports ambitious projects that adopt a panoramic view of the world and look generations into the future in order to seek new values for society by fundamentally exploring novel philosophies and arts to address difficult issues to be faced […]
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and its World Commission on Protected Areas (WCPA): Inviting applications for ‘Pathfinder Award’ to recognize outstanding and innovative solutions for protected and conserved areas, developed and implemented by individuals, organizations or groups.
Funding brief: The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and its World Commission on Protected Areas (WCPA) as well as WildArk- A Movement for the Wild present the inaugural Pathfinder Award. The Pathfinder Award recognizes outstanding and innovative solutions for protected and conserved areas, developed and implemented by […]
The International Quality Awards: Inviting applications for ‘The International Quality Awards’ to celebrate excellence in the quality sector.
Funding brief: The International Quality Awards celebrates excellence in the quality sector. Judged via a rigorous evidence-based process, these awards acknowledge the contribution of the quality profession in enhancing the reputation of organizations around the world. The success of the 2017 International Quality Awards has led to the categories being broadened from six to nine, […]
The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD): Inviting applications for ‘UNCTAD Youth Forum 2018’ with the theme of ‘A Force Towards Inclusive and Sustainable Growth’.
Funding brief: Every two years, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) organizes a Youth Forum. This year’s Forum will take place as part of a larger event, the UNCTAD 2018 World Investment Forum. The 2018 theme is Youth Entrepreneurship: A Force Towards Inclusive and Sustainable Growth. The UNCTAD Youth Forum 2018 offers […]
Elrha: Inviting applications for ‘Research for Health in Humanitarian Crises (R2HC) Programme’ to improve health outcomes by strengthening the evidence base for public health interventions in humanitarian crises.
Funding brief: R2HC aims to improve health outcomes by strengthening the evidence base for public health interventions in humanitarian crises. The R2HC programme is the product of a strategic partnership between the UK Government (DFID), the Wellcome Trust, and the UK National Institute for Health Research (NIHR). Within the 6th call, applicants may seek funding […]
The Medical Research Council (MRC): Inviting applications for ‘Cancer research and global health initiative’.
Funding brief: In 2015 the Government launched the Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF) to ensure UK research takes the lead in addressing some of the diverse challenges faced by developing countries. Through GCRF, the MRC has increased its support for research that addresses the health challenges faced by low and middle income countries (LMICs). GCRF […]
The Waterloo Foundation (TWF): Inviting applications for ‘Child Development Fund’.
Funding brief: The Waterloo Foundation is delighted to announce our deadlines for the Child Development Fund 2018. They are currently inviting applications for research funding into Motor Impairments or Diet and/or the microbiome in relation to child development outcomes (cognitive/ emotional/psychological) and look forward to supporting projects that complement their research interests in these areas. […]
Bloomberg Philanthropies: Inviting applications for ‘The Bloomberg Initiative’ to supports projects to develop and deliver high-impact evidence-based tobacco control interventions.
Funding brief: The Bloomberg Initiative to Reduce Tobacco Use Grants Program is an important component of the Bloomberg Initiative to Reduce Tobacco Use. With funds from Michael R. Bloomberg, through his charitable foundation Bloomberg Philanthropies, the Grants Program is competitive and supports projects to develop and deliver high-impact evidence-based tobacco control interventions. A global initiative […]
The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC): Inviting applications for ‘Global youth video competition’.
Funding brief: Are you 18-30 and taking part in activities to fight climate change? Send a 3 minute video for a chance to be a youth reporter at the UN Climate Change Conference in Poland in December. The Global Youth Video Competition on Climate Change is co-organized by the UNFCCC secretariat and the UNDP-GEF Small […]
NASA and Houston Cinema Arts Society (HCAS): Inviting applications for ‘short film competition’ to share their works inspired by, and using, actual NASA imagery.
Funding brief: CineSpace, short film competition, is a collaboration between NASA and Houston Cinema Arts Society (HCAS) that offers filmmakers around the world a chance to share their works inspired by, and using, actual NASA imagery. Winners are announced and screened along with all finalists at the annual Houston Cinema Arts Festival which is held […]
The Overseas Aid & Development Commission, the States of Guernsey (GOAC): Inviting applications for ‘Grant Aid’ with the theme-‘Helping the world’s least developed countries through a hand up rather than a hand-out’.
Funding brief: The Overseas Aid & Development Commission distributes money provided by the States of Guernsey to charities undertaking development and humanitarian work in the world’s least developed countries. In defining “basic needs”, the following are examples of projects the Commission has supported: ● Sustainable supply of clean water – these projects may include: Providing wells, […]
British Council: Inviting applications for ‘World Book Day 2018 Book Reading Competition’ to encourage children and adults of Bangladesh to explore the pleasures of book reading by providing them with the opportunity to have a book of their own.
Funding brief: The British Council and Daffodil Education Network (DEN) are jointly organizing a book reading competition aimed to celebrate World Book Day 2018 in Bangladesh. World Book Day is a celebration of authors, illustrators and books. In fact, it’s the biggest celebration of its kind, designated by UNESCO as a worldwide celebration of books […]
The European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA): Inviting applications for ‘grant’ to implement a conservation project in any country around the world except North America (US and Canada – where the Conservation Alliance provides funding for conservation efforts from the North American outdoor industry).
Funding brief: Non profit organizations can apply to EOCA for grants of up to €30,000 to implement a conservation project in any country around the world except North America (US and Canada – where the Conservation Alliance provides funding for conservation efforts from the North American outdoor industry). Project applications MUST: – protect a threatened […]
International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF): Inviting applications for ‘Reporting Grants for Women’s Stories’ to support journalism produced by and about women.
Funding brief: The IWMF’s Reporting Grants for Women’s Stories, sponsored by The Secular Society, is a new funding initiative supporting journalism produced by and about women. In an era of increased globalization, the need for varied coverage of gendered topics is critical to a free and representative press. These grants will be a catalyst for […]
The Pro Natura Foundation: Inviting applications for ‘Pro Natura Fund’ to conserve nature by supporting scientific researches and activities in areas other than Japan, especially in developing countries.
Funding brief: “PRO NATURA FUND” is a conservation grant programme managed by Pro Natura Foundation Japan (PNFJ). The mission of this programme is to conserve nature by supporting scientific researches and activities in areas other than Japan, especially in developing countries. Projects that are qualified to be granted by PRO NATURA FUND include: 1) Research […]
Lush Retail Inc.: Inviting applications for ‘The 2018 Lush Prize’ to reward initiatives across science and campaigning that work to end or replace animal testing, particularly in the area of toxicology research.
Funding brief: The Lush Prize rewards initiatives across science and campaigning that work to end or replace animal testing, particularly in the area of toxicology research. Now in our seventh year, they have awarded £1.8 million in prizes, aiming to bring forward the day when safety testing takes place without the use of animals. They […]
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Japan: Inviting applications for ‘The 12th Japan International MANGA Award’ to spread MANGA culture overseas and promote international cultural exchanges through MANGA.
Funding brief: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Japan Invites applications for ‘The 12th Japan International MANGA Award.’ to spread MANGA culture overseas and promote international cultural exchanges through MANGA. They are looking forward to entries from MANGA artists all over the world! Donor Name: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Japan Funding name: The 12th Japan […]
The BBVA Foundation: Inviting applications for ‘The BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Awards’ to recognize fundamental contributions in a broad array of areas of scientific knowledge, technology, humanities and artistic creation.
Funding brief: The BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Awards recognize fundamental contributions in a broad array of areas of scientific knowledge, technology, humanities and artistic creation, as listed in point 2 of these call conditions. The disciplines and domains of the BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Awards are: ● Basic Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) ● […]
The Open Technology Fund (OTF): Inviting applications for ‘The Core Infrastructure Fund’ to 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 brief: The Core Infrastructure Fund supports 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. The Core Infrastructure Fund (CIF) strives to uphold and increase capacity for individuals, organizations, and companies working to fortify the foundational […]
Association of Illustrators (AOI): Inviting applications for ‘Poster Prize for Illustration competition 2019’.
Funding brief: They are delighted to announce that submissions are now open for the Poster Prize for Illustration 2019, in partnership with London Transport Museum (LTM). This year the theme is London Stories. Across the ages, London has produced and inspired countless stories. Fictitious or real characters and events in this amazing city have always […]
The Japan Water Forum (JWF): Inviting applications for ‘JWF Fund 2018’ to provide grants for organizations which aim at solving water-related issues at grassroots level.
Funding brief: Japan Water Form Fund will provide grants for organizations which aim at solving water-related issues at grassroots level. They hope that it will be a small but certain step to solve water-related issues while meeting local needs as well as utilizing local resources. Japan Water Forum (JWF) carries out JWF Fund 2018 to […]
The Feminist Review Trust: Inviting applications for ‘grant’ to represent the diversity of women’s lives globally and support the creativity which with women fight the inequalities they face.
Funding brief: Set up in 2001, the Trust was funded by Feminist Review. Run as a collective since its inception in 1979, the voluntary work of Feminist Review’s editorial teams over the years has provided the means for the Trust to share the success of the journal with groups of women throughout the world similarly […]
The Open Technology Fund (OTF): Inviting applications for ‘The Internet Freedom Fund’ to support projects and people working on open and accessible technology-centric projects that promote human rights, internet freedom, open societies, and help advance inclusive and safe access to global communications networks for at-risk users including journalists, human rights defenders, civil society activists, and every-day people living within repressive environments who wish to speak freely online.
Funding brief: The Internet Freedom Fund is OTF’s primary way to support projects and people working on open and accessible technology-centric projects that promote human rights, internet freedom, open societies, and help advance inclusive and safe access to global communications networks for at-risk users including journalists, human rights defenders, civil society activists, and every-day people […]
UNESCO: Inviting applications for ‘Youth Eyes on the Silk Roads Photo Contest’ to represent the theme “Reveal the Silk Roads” through culture, monuments, landscape, and people.
Funding brief: The International Photo Contest ”Youth Eyes on the Silk Roads”, taking place from 11 April to 15 July 2018, is organized within the framework of UNESCO Silk Roads Project (https://en.unesco.org/silkroad/unesco-silk-road-online-platform), UNESCO Youth Programme and the International Decade for the Rapprochement of Cultures (2013-2022). This initiative, which benefits from the kind support and valuable […]
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