Across communities, urgent challenges in health, education, safety, and the environment demand bold solutions. With climate change intensifying, digital transformation accelerating, and public needs evolving, young innovators are uniquely positioned to harness technology and artificial intelligence to drive inclusive development. This opportunity empowers youth to design AI‑driven solutions that strengthen public safety, improve healthcare and […]
Education
Kenya: Youth‑Led Climate Action – Cisco‑Funded DOT Champions
Across communities, climate change is intensifying — threatening livelihoods, ecosystems, and the future of young generations. Yet youth are stepping forward as powerful changemakers, bringing innovation, digital literacy, and community energy to the fight for sustainability. This opportunity empowers young leaders to drive climate action, strengthen community resilience, and amplify voices through environmental education and […]
USD 25K Programme – Strengthening STEM Education in India
Across many schools, weak foundational numeracy, declining proficiency in higher grades, and limited access to digital infrastructure are leaving young learners unprepared for the demands of a fast‑changing economy. In a world increasingly driven by STEM skills, these gaps threaten both future employability and equitable participation in the digital age. This initiative focuses on competency‑based […]
USD 50K–250K Grants – Grassroots Education Access Worldwide
Across underserved regions, children continue to face barriers to learning — from financial hardship and inadequate infrastructure to exclusion of girls and students with disabilities. These challenges not only limit access to education but also weaken community resilience and future opportunities. This fund supports grassroots organizations working to remove these barriers and strengthen equitable access […]
USD 280K Programme – Learning‑to‑Earning Pathways for Adolescents
Across many communities, adolescents and young people face barriers in moving from education into meaningful employment. High youth unemployment, limited access to internships, and weak skilling systems leave millions without structured opportunities to build livelihoods. This initiative responds by creating inclusive pathways that connect learning to earning. The programme supports internship frameworks, digital platforms, and […]
Uganda: Embedding Life & Digital Skills in Education
Uganda’s rapidly growing youth population presents both a challenge and a powerful opportunity. With high unemployment and a persistent skills mismatch, many adolescents risk being left behind without the tools needed for learning, work, and active participation in society. This initiative responds by embedding transferable skills — life skills, digital skills, and social innovation — […]
Global Call: Managing Nationwide Teaching Plan Grants
Education is the foundation of cultural resilience and innovation, yet many schools lack the resources to design and share transformative teaching plans. This initiative responds by supporting primary and secondary schools to develop impactful approaches that strengthen learning, creativity, and community engagement. Over seven months, selected schools will receive guidance, grants, and structured support to […]
Uganda: USD 1.5M Initiative – Accelerated Education for Adolescents
Across refugee settlements and host communities, thousands of adolescents remain out of school, facing compounded risks of poverty, displacement, and exclusion. Without urgent action, these young people risk losing not only their education but also their chance to build secure futures. This initiative invests in accelerated education programmes that help adolescents aged 10–19 return to […]
Sub‑Saharan Africa: $50K Research Grants for Young Education Leaders
Across Sub‑Saharan Africa, education systems face urgent challenges — from limited data use to weak policy frameworks and gaps in research capacity. Without stronger evidence and leadership, millions of children risk being left behind in classrooms that fail to prepare them for the future. This fellowship offers a transformative two‑year journey for young African researchers […]
Global: USD 1K GEAR Conservation Grants 2026
Even the strongest conservation efforts can falter without the right tools, outreach, and organizational growth. This opportunity bridges critical funding gaps by empowering groups to strengthen their fieldwork, engage communities, and build professional capacity. Designed for organizations actively protecting species and habitats, the program supports three key areas: field equipment for monitoring and surveys, outreach […]
