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Are you leading an NGO, social enterprise, research institution, or impact-driven organization with a scalable solution? Explore these major global funding opportunities supporting social innovation, community development, health, education, economic empowerment, and sustainable development. 1. Global Innovation Fund Funding Up to USD 15 million Applications Rolling GIF invests in social innovations that aim to improve…
The Oneness Revival Team (ORT), a humanitarian and philanthropic foundation, has announced its fourth annual grant cycle for 2026. This initiative is designed to empower grassroots organizations worldwide that operate with limited annual budgets, offering funding ranging from $25,000 to $50,000 USD to drive sustainable development and strengthen the operational capacity of NGOs focused on social, economic,…
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has launched a landmark Call for Proposals that presents a significant opportunity for African nations to strengthen public health and environmental protection through harmonised Wastewater and Environmental Surveillance (WES) approaches. This initiative, backed by the European Union’s Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Authority (HERA) and implemented with partners including…
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in partnership with the Smart Africa Secretariat, has launched the third edition of the Innovate Africa Challenge. This continental initiative aims to accelerate the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions that address some of Africa’s most pressing agricultural and climate challenges. Under the theme “From Ideation to…
📅 LOI Deadline: August 28, 2026 The Belonging in Oakland: A Just City Cultural Fund has opened applications for its fourth annual round of funding, offering three grants of $100,000 annually for three years to collaborations between Oakland-based cultural and social change organizations serving BIPOC communities. The funding will ensure that artists, culture bearers, and organizers can work side-by-side…
Deadline: 4 September 2026 Applications are now open for the Resilient Futures Open Call 2026, a global funding opportunity for innovators with bold ideas that connect democratic political leadership and climate resilience. The programme supports early-stage, non-partisan projects that can create lasting impact in communities around the world. The initiative brings together four leading funders: the Better…
📍 Location: Nairobi (Kenya), Addis Ababa (Ethiopia), or Kigali (Rwanda)⏳ Deadline: 18 August 2026 The World Resources Institute (WRI) is seeking a visionary leader to serve as the Energy Director for WRI Africa . This is a rare opportunity to shape the trajectory of Africa’s energy transition and lead a program driving equitable, sustainable energy access across…
The Africa Agriculture and Trade Investment Fund (AATIF) provides an important financing avenue for agribusinesses and financial institutions working to strengthen African agricultural value chains. Established in 2011 by KfW with support from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and Deutsche Bank, the fund has deployed over USD 550 million in investment capital across the…
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | Deadline: 21 August 2026 Are you an experienced climate finance professional ready to drive transformative green investment across Africa? The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is seeking a Climate Finance Senior Officer / Project Manager to lead the implementation of the Phase 2 Transformative Climate Finance Program of the African Union – Green Recovery Action…
📢 Calling Women-Led Enterprises in Kigali! Are you a woman entrepreneur looking to grow your business and access new opportunities? The WE-COLLABO Initiative, led by UN Women Rwanda in partnership with the PSF Specialized Cluster and stakeholders, invites eligible women-led enterprises based in Kigali to apply. About the Programme The WE-COLLABO Initiative is designed to empower women entrepreneurs by providing…
