Young innovators in Mozambique and Tanzania are invited to showcase solutions that strengthen water and climate resilience. The program empowers youth (18–30) to pilot or scale grassroots ideas through mentorship, visibility, and community support. Eligible projects include watershed restoration, wetland protection, disaster preparedness, sustainable irrigation, and inclusive governance. đź’ˇ Financial awards of $5,000–$7,000 available for selected innovations. […]
Philippines: Innovations for National Growth (GALING) Program
Inventors in the Philippines are invited to apply for support to advance their innovations from prototype to market. The program offers technical assistance, access to laboratories, and financial support for materials, equipment, and labor to strengthen the technical viability and marketability of new technologies. Projects may receive funding in up to two phases, covering technology […]
Ghana: Grants for Peacebuilding and Community Empowerment
Local NGOs in Northern Ghana are invited to design livelihood interventions that strengthen resilience, promote inclusion, and reduce drivers of radicalization. The focus is on empowering women and youth through skills training, mentorship, and income‑generating opportunities that foster peace and stability. Projects may also support small businesses, local value chains, and community savings initiatives to […]
Africa: Next Generation Resource Governance Leaders Program
A new leadership initiative is building a pipeline of young African changemakers to tackle complex governance challenges. Through structured training, mentorship, and hands‑on experience, participants will gain practical skills in resource governance, leadership, digital communication, and career development. Selected fellows will contribute to policy research, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement while receiving a stipend, accommodation, and […]
Global Blue Food Futures Research Fellowship
A six‑month fellowship is now open to support early‑career researchers tackling urgent challenges in blue food sustainability. Fellows will collaborate with civil society, private sector actors, and governments to generate evidence‑based insights that shape global food and climate policy. Participants receive mentorship from leading experts, join international working groups, and present findings at global policy […]
Africa: Case Writing Competition for Emerging Markets
Authors from higher education institutions across Africa are invited to submit teaching cases grounded in real business situations. This competition promotes high‑quality, regionally relevant case material while building case‑writing capacity in dynamic, emerging economies. Winners gain international visibility through global publication, contributing to business education worldwide. đź’ˇ Prize pool of $2,000 (Winner: $1,000; Runners‑up: $500 each). If […]
Bangladesh: Grassroots Human Security Grants for Community Development
A new funding call is supporting local NGOs, public organizations, and institutions in Bangladesh to deliver practical, community‑focused projects that strengthen human security and resilience. Priority areas include health care, education, poverty reduction, water and sanitation, women’s empowerment, child welfare, disability support, agriculture, and disaster risk reduction. đź’ˇ Grants available up to 20 million Japanese Yen per […]
Namibia: Small Grants for Anti-Corruption & Good Governance
Civil society in Namibia is invited to take action against corruption and strengthen transparency. This small grants program supports initiatives that enhance accountability, empower communities, and build stronger oversight of public institutions. Eligible CSOs, NGOs, and community groups can propose activities such as civic education, awareness campaigns, capacity building, and innovative tools to monitor governance. […]
South Africa: Waste Innovation Challenge for Young Green Entrepreneurs
Young innovators in South Africa are invited to transform waste into opportunity. This challenge empowers university students and alumni (18–35) with training, mentorship, and business development support to build sustainable enterprises in the circular economy. From 400 participants, the top 20 plastic waste innovators will advance to a bootcamp, Demo Day, and receive advanced support […]
Philippines: Tech Innovation Grants for 2026
A new program is accelerating research into real‑world technologies for sustainable growth — from clean energy and climate resilience to advanced manufacturing, AI, and smart agriculture. Eligible universities, research institutes, startups, and cooperatives can apply for one‑year projects. Proposals range from ₱5 million to multi‑million peso grants, with no funding cap, to fast‑track commercialization of R&D […]
