Communities are on the frontlines of climate change, biodiversity loss, and land degradation. Grassroots initiatives have the power to turn the tide — restoring ecosystems, improving livelihoods, and linking local resilience to global environmental benefits. This opportunity supports innovative, community-driven projects that tackle urgent environmental challenges while promoting sustainable development. Eligible initiatives may focus on […]
Community Development
South Africa: Ubuntu Initiatives – Community Grants for Social Cohesion
In a world fractured by inequality, division, and poverty, communities need more than material support — they need values that inspire unity, empathy, and shared responsibility. Ubuntu, rooted in compassion and collective humanity, offers a powerful path to rebuild trust, strengthen cohesion, and foster nation-building. This opportunity supports community-driven projects that embed Ubuntu into everyday […]
Global: Funding Nutrition & Community‑Driven Food Projects
Across communities, children often face limited access to safe, nutritious meals at school. Poor diets affect learning, health, and long-term well-being, while canteens struggle to sustain food systems that are both affordable and inclusive. This opportunity supports impactful projects that strengthen school meal systems through sustainable supply chains, vegetable gardens, and partnerships with local farmers. […]
Global: Supporting Women’s Leadership & Innovation
Around the world, women are driving change in their families, communities, and economies — yet many lack access to even small amounts of funding that could transform their ideas into reality. This opportunity is designed to strengthen women’s leadership, dignity, and independence by supporting practical, creative projects that deliver real impact. Selected applicants will receive […]
Uganda: Education, Nutrition & Community Accountability
Across many communities, children still arrive at school hungry, limiting their ability to learn and thrive. Weak food systems, poor nutrition, and lack of resources leave families struggling to provide daily meals, while schools face challenges in sustaining feeding programs that connect education with health and opportunity. This opportunity supports initiatives that strengthen school meal […]
Africa: Empowering Communities Through Environmental Transparency
Across Africa, ecosystems and communities are under mounting pressure from harmful practices, weak governance, and climate impacts. Corruption, conflicts of interest, and poor regulation often silence the voices of those most affected — Indigenous peoples, marginalized groups, and young citizens. This funding opportunity supports grassroots organizations and civil society groups to creatively connect journalism with […]
West Africa: Democracy Fund – Grants up to $500K
Citizens across West Africa are demanding more inclusive, accountable, and resilient governance. This fund is designed to amplify their voices by supporting initiatives that expand civic space, strengthen institutions, and embed citizen perspectives into policy-making. Projects may focus on multi-stakeholder dialogues, advocacy for institutional reform, innovative approaches to democratic outcomes, and youth-led civic participation. Collaboration […]
India: Inclusion Youth Fund – INR 1–5L Grants
Young people are driving change across communities, but shrinking aid flows have left many youth-led organizations struggling to sustain their work. This fund recognizes their role as vital grassroots actors, equipping them with resources to design locally relevant solutions in education, livelihoods, gender rights, democracy, and climate justice. Through small, flexible grants, youth collectives can […]
Nigeria: Strengthening Community Health Emergency Response
Persistent outbreaks of epidemic-prone diseases continue to strain health systems and disrupt lives, especially in vulnerable communities with limited access to clean water, sanitation, and healthcare. Children, women, and marginalized groups are often the most affected, facing heightened risks from preventable illnesses. This opportunity supports organizations working at the grassroots level to build stronger preparedness […]
Zimbabwe: UNICEF Nutrition & Youth Empowerment – $625K Initiative
Across many regions, families struggle with nutrition gaps and limited livelihood opportunities, leaving young children and communities vulnerable. At the same time, youth often lack the tools to turn their energy and ideas into sustainable solutions. This funding call supports integrated initiatives that strengthen community health systems while equipping young people with entrepreneurial and innovation […]
