Across the world, children and young people are losing vital opportunities for play — a cornerstone of healthy development, learning, and social connection. Without safe and inclusive spaces to move, explore, and imagine, communities risk raising a generation without the joy and resilience that play provides. This challenge invites organisations everywhere to design bold, practical […]
Early Child Development
Uganda Child‑Centred Learning & Resilience Grant
In many regions, poverty, conflict, and climate challenges continue to deny children the chance to learn, grow, and thrive. Girls, children with disabilities, and those from vulnerable households face the greatest barriers, leaving them excluded from opportunities that could transform their futures. This major partnership opportunity supports inclusive education initiatives that strengthen early childhood development, […]
Kenya: USD 1.5M Initiative – Child Nutrition & Early Development
Millions of children still lack access to nutrient‑dense foods, breastfeeding support, and family‑friendly workplace policies. Climate shocks, weak food systems, and social barriers deepen the crisis, leaving caregivers without the tools to protect their children’s health and development. This initiative tackles the challenge head‑on by strengthening food systems, promoting workplace nutrition policies, and engaging private […]
Global: LEVANTE Network Grants – Up to $1M for Developmental Research
Around the world, societies are grappling with how children learn and develop under diverse conditions. Understanding variability in learning processes — and designing rigorous, inclusive research to capture it — is critical for shaping education and policy that truly reflect global realities. This major opportunity invites proposals that push methodological boundaries, strengthen causal inference, and […]
South Africa: Ecosystem-Based Approach to Early Childhood Development
The first 1,000 days of life are critical for brain development, nutrition, and lifelong well-being. Yet across many communities, early childhood services remain fragmented, underfunded, and inaccessible. Strengthening the systems that support young children is essential to ensure they thrive. This opportunity focuses on empowering organizations that enhance the Early Childhood Development (ECD) ecosystem. Support […]
