Violence and division continue to destabilize communities worldwide, leaving marginalized groups vulnerable and silencing voices that deserve protection. Yet young leaders are rising to challenge these realities — building dialogue, defending rights, and creating pathways to peace. This award celebrates and accelerates their impact. Ten finalists will be recognized for bold initiatives that prevent conflict, […]
Peace & Conflict Resolution
Call for Applications: Youth for Peace and Climate Bootcamp (Nigeria)
Climate change is increasingly fueling tensions, displacement, and resource conflicts in many communities. Young leaders are stepping forward with innovative ideas to address these challenges, but many still need stronger skills, networks, and platforms to turn their ideas into lasting impact. A new opportunity is inviting young changemakers, climate advocates, and peacebuilders to strengthen their […]
Malawi: UN Women – Girls’ Education & Child Marriage Prevention
Too many girls are forced to leave school early, robbed of their childhood and future by harmful social norms and child marriage. This initiative tackles the root causes — limited opportunities for girls and entrenched cultural practices — by combining education support with community-driven advocacy. Projects will strengthen girls’ enrolment and retention in school, provide […]
Global: Feminist Grants for Peace & Justice
Supports feminist, non‑violent projects challenging militarism, war, arms trade & nuclear weapons. 💡 Funding: Up to £1,000 If you already have an active fundsforNGOs Premium Membership, simply log in to access complete details, including eligibility criteria, application guidelines, and deadlines — all in one place. Not yet renewed your Premium Membership account? Renew now at 85% Massive New Year Discount available for a limited […]
Funding at the Crossroads of Climate Action and Peace
This opportunity supports environment-focused organisations to strengthen their ability to manage social risks while advancing conservation and climate goals. It combines flexible funding with tailored organisational support to help teams better understand their contexts, adapt strategies, and contribute positively to social cohesion and peace. Grant Scale: Small grants up to five figures, plus hands-on capacity support. If you […]
Zimbabwe Pathways: UN Women Grants for Women’s Political Advancement
UN Women Zimbabwe is awarding four grants of USD 40,000–50,000 to Civil Society Organisations advancing women’s leadership, governance reform, and peacebuilding. The initiative strengthens women’s movements, enhances gender-responsive laws and policies, and fosters safer, more inclusive environments for women’s political participation. 💡 Focus: Electoral reform, gender equality, leadership capacity, and inclusive governance If you already have an active fundsforNGOs […]
Conflict-Sensitive Support for Environmental Action
Environmental organizations across West and Central Africa face mounting pressures from climate change, resource scarcity, and fragile governance. Strengthening biodiversity protection and climate resilience requires approaches that also foster peace and social cohesion. A new opportunity offers targeted financial and technical support to integrate conflict sensitivity into conservation and climate initiatives. Eligible organizations can enhance […]
Rapid Response Grants for Women in Peacebuilding
A global initiative is opening its Rapid Response Window to strengthen women’s meaningful participation in peace processes and the implementation of peace agreements. This opportunity addresses urgent funding gaps faced by women peacebuilders and rights organizations working in fragile and conflict‑affected settings. Selected NGO partners will manage and disburse grants to local women‑led groups, while […]
Global Call for Breakthrough Ideas Shaping a Safer Future
Rising conflicts, climate shocks, and emerging threats are reshaping our world and bold new solutions are urgently needed. This global opportunity invites innovative thinkers and organisations to submit transformative concepts that can strengthen peace, resilience, and security. Eligible ideas may span technology, climate action, human rights, biosafety, education, disarmament, and other fields with potential for […]
Strengthen Communities and Build Lasting Peace in Lebanon
Communities in Lebanon face recurring tensions, misinformation, and local disputes that threaten social cohesion. Strengthening local capacity for conflict prevention is urgent. This opportunity supports experienced NGOs to train local leaders, facilitate peacebuilding activities, and establish early warning and rapid response mechanisms. Projects also promote inclusive dialogue, counter harmful narratives, and embed sustainable structures to […]
