Climate risks, ecosystem pressure and resource challenges are intensifying across the region — calling for stronger evidence and innovative solutions. This opportunity supports early-career researchers studying the economics of climate impacts, environmental risks, green livelihoods, conservation, air quality and policy action. Cross-border and interdisciplinary proposals are especially encouraged. Grants range from USD 20,000–30,000 for projects up to […]
Global Funding to Preserve Endangered Cultural Knowledge
Across the world, fragile archives holding rare cultural and craft knowledge are at risk of disappearing — from deteriorating field notes to aging recordings and photographs. This opportunity supports projects that digitise vulnerable materials and safeguard heritage for future generations. Individuals, communities and institutions can apply, with a strong emphasis on ethical preservation and long-term […]
New Funding to Strengthen Mountain Research in East Africa
East Africa’s mountain regions are under pressure from climate change, data gaps, and fragile ecosystems — making better information more urgent than ever. This opportunity supports projects that improve mountain monitoring, generate essential data, and build stronger research collaboration. Priority goes to initiatives that boost resilience and provide practical insights for communities and decision-makers. Grants […]
New Funding Opportunity Strengthening Community Conservation in Ghana
Local ecosystems across Ghana face growing threats from climate change, land degradation, and disappearing biodiversity. Community-led action is urgently needed to protect landscapes and support resilient livelihoods. This opportunity supports nonprofits and grassroots groups working on ecosystem restoration, wildlife protection, climate adaptation, renewable energy, and circular-economy solutions. Grant Scale: Small grants up to the mid-five-figure range. […]
🇲🇿 Mozambique Grants for Community-Based Development
Communities across Mozambique continue to face urgent needs in education, health, water, and sanitation. This opportunity supports grassroots organizations driving practical, people-focused solutions that strengthen local well-being. Nonprofits can apply for funding to implement projects such as classroom construction, health facilities, water points, sanitation systems, and other essential community services. Support also helps organizations sustain […]
🌿 Kenya Youth Innovation Call: Driving Green & Digital Change
Young people in Kenya are at the center of urgent shifts in employment, climate resilience, and digital transformation. This opportunity seeks youth-led ventures tackling these challenges through sustainable, tech-driven solutions. Youth entrepreneurs, community groups, and social enterprises working in renewable energy, circular economy, digital skills, and climate-smart agriculture are encouraged to apply. Grant Scale: Includes targeted […]
Nigeria Launches New Call to Boost Local Food Production 🌾
A new community-focused call encourages citizens to turn any available space — from backyards to school plots — into productive food sources. Home growers, youth farmers, fish farmers, and school farm teams are all invited to take part in boosting local food security. The initiative promotes simple, practical farming efforts that support families and strengthen […]
Global Fellowship for Rising Nonprofit Leaders 🌍
Nonprofit leaders worldwide are working to solve urgent social challenges — and many need stronger support to grow their impact. This opportunity helps leaders build confidence, sharpen strategy, and scale their organizations with expert coaching and a global peer network. Designed for organizations of all sizes, the program prioritizes equity and offers accessible participation options […]
Africa: Fashion Awards Calling Creatives to Lead Social Change
Across Africa, young designers are using fashion to challenge stigma, uplift women and girls, and spark conversations that communities urgently need. This opportunity invites fashion students and designers to create powerful visual messages on issues like infertility stigma, girls’ education, women’s empowerment, child marriage, FGM, and GBV. Ten winners will receive support to bring their […]
South Africa: New Call for Community Impact & Skills Development Funding 🇿🇦
South African communities continue to face urgent challenges — from unemployment to limited skills access and deep inequalities. This opportunity supports organisations driving change through youth and women empowerment, rural and township development, disability inclusion, community enterprises, digital skills, and other high-impact interventions. Funding available for transformative, community-focused projects. If you already have an active fundsforNGOs […]
