Don’t Miss Out: Global Grants Await Your Application
Isaac Agya Koomson (KIA)
ForbesBLK Member | Redefining Africa's Growth Story | Sustainable Development | Startup Ecosystems | Impact Investing | Digital Growth Marketer | Africa Innovation Catalyst | Artificial Intelligence(AI) | YALI Member
It’s time to fuel your passion and bring your ideas to life! This week, we highlight various global grants and fellowship opportunities spanning multiple sectors—from youth leadership and environmental sustainability to cutting-edge research and artistic innovation.
Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a passionate advocate, or a dedicated researcher, there’s likely a funding source waiting for you!
1. Call for Applications: DEPP Youth Advisory Council
Deadline:?Nov 15, 2024
Donor:?Consortium for Elections and Political Process Strengthening
Grant Type:?Events
Grant Size:?$1000 to $10,000
Countries/Regions:
Area:?Democracy & Good Governance, Politics, Leadership, Sustainable Development, Youth & Adolescents
Calling all young change-makers! This program offers a chance to shape the future of democracy by joining the DEPP Youth Advisory Council.
For more information, visit:?https://cepps.org/story/call-for-applications-depp-youth-advisory-council/
2. Entries open for Map Design Competition
Deadline:?Jan 31, 2025
Donor:?Cartography and Geographic Information Society
Grant Type:?Events
Grant Size:?Less than $1000
Countries/Regions:?Worldwide
Area:?Arts & Culture, Children, Education
Calling all map enthusiasts! This competition is an opportunity to showcase your creativity in map design.
For more information, visit:?https://cartogis.org/awards/map-competition/
3. Open Call for Strengthening Innovation and Technology Across West Africa
Deadline:?Nov 04, 2024
Donor:?Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
Grant Type:?Events
Grant Size:?More than $1 million
Countries/Regions:?Ghana, Nigeria
Area:?Innovation, Technology
This program seeks proposals from non-profit organizations to strengthen innovation and technology in West Africa.
For more information, visit:?https://www.gov.uk/international-development-funding/sankore-accountable-grant-early-market-engagement-event
4. Apply for Summer Student Fellowships Program
Deadline:?Feb 03, 2025
Donor:?Parkinson’s Foundation
Grant Type:?Fellowship
Grant Size:?$10,000 to $100,000
Countries/Regions:?Worldwide
Area:?Community Development, Leadership, Research
This fellowship program supports undergraduate and medical students in pursuing Parkinson’s-related research projects.
For more information, visit:?https://www.parkinson.org/advancing-research/for-researchers/award-deadlines
5. YALI RLC Accra announces 52nd Cohort (On-Site Training)
Deadline:?Nov 16, 2024
Donor:?YALI Regional Leadership Center
Grant Type:?Training
Grant Size:?Not Available
Countries/Regions:
Area:?Business & Industry, Entrepreneurship, Capacity Building, Rural Development, Minorities, Leadership, Women & Gender, Youth Development
The YALI Regional Leadership Center offers training for young African leaders to enhance their leadership skills and impact.
For more information, visit:?https://yaliwestafrica.net/rlc/index.php/apply-now/
6. Nominations open for Visiting Scholar Award
Deadline:?Feb 03, 2025
Donor:?Parkinson’s Foundation
Grant Type:?Awards, Prizes and Challenges
Grant Size:?$1000 to $10,000
Countries/Regions:?Worldwide
Area:?Innovation, Research
This award provides graduate students and postdocs with opportunities to expand their Parkinson’s research skillsets.
For more information, visit:?https://www.parkinson.org/advancing-research/for-researchers/award-deadlines
7. Nominations open for Global Change Award
Deadline:?Nov 15, 2024
Donor:?H&M Foundation
Grant Type:?Awards, Prizes and Challenges
Grant Size:?$100,000 to $500,000
Countries/Regions:?Worldwide
Area:?Business & Industry, Climate Change, Environment
This award recognizes innovative solutions for decarbonizing the fashion industry.
For more information, visit:?https://hmfoundation.com/gca/about-global-change-award/
8. Apply for Riddergade AIR Residency Program
Deadline:?Nov 24, 2024
Donor:?Viborg Art Gallery
Grant Type:?Events
Grant Size:?Less than $1000
Countries/Regions:?Worldwide
Area:?Arts & Culture, Visual Arts, Research
This three-month residency program offers visual artists from around the world the chance to develop their practice and connect with others.
For more information, visit:?https://viborgkunsthal.viborg.dk/riddergade-air/
9. Submit Applications for the Diamond Challenge
Deadline:?Jan 16, 2025
Donor:?University of Delaware
Grant Type:?Awards, Prizes and Challenges
Grant Size:?$10,000 to $100,000
Countries/Regions:?Worldwide
Area:?Business & Industry, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Youth Education
This global competition invites young entrepreneurs to develop business or social venture ideas.
For more information, visit:?https://diamondchallenge.org/competition/?utm_content=313484901&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter&hss_channel=tw-927755484
10. Call for Entries: Expense Support Grant Program
Deadline:?Dec 31, 2024
Donor:?Institute for Humane Studies
Grant Type:?Grant
Grant Size:?$1000 to $10,000
Countries/Regions:?Worldwide
Area:?Education, Research, Youth & Adolescents
This grant program supports faculty members and graduate students in funding their academic research.
For more information, visit:?https://www.theihs.org/funding-opportunities/expense-support/
11. Submit Applications for Event Support Grant Program
Deadline:?Dec 31, 2024
Donor:?Institute for Humane Studies
Grant Type:?Grant
Grant Size:?$1000 to $10,000
Countries/Regions:?Worldwide
Area:?Arts & Culture, Research, Youth & Adolescents
This program supports graduate students and faculty in funding academic events such as conferences and workshops.
For more information, visit:?https://www.theihs.org/funding-opportunities/event-support/
12. Open Call for Knight-Wallace Fellowship Program
Deadline:?Feb 01, 2025
Donor:?Wallace House Center for Journalists
Grant Type:?Fellowship
Grant Size:?Not Available
Countries/Regions:?Worldwide
Area:?Education, Environment, Health, Innovation, Journalism, Media, Technology, Sports & Recreation, Transportation
This fellowship program supports journalists seeking to explore important issues in their fields.
For more information, visit:?https://wallacehouse.umich.edu/knight-wallace/how-to-apply/
13. Open Call: G & A Mamidakis Foundation Art Prize
Deadline:?Dec 22, 2024
Donor:?George & Aristea Mamidakis Foundation
Grant Type:?Awards, Prizes and Challenges
Grant Size:?$10,000 to $100,000
Countries/Regions:?Worldwide
Area:?Arts & Culture, Exhibition, Sculpture, Visual Arts, Innovation
This prize seeks to promote and support contemporary artists.
For more information, visit:?https://gnamamidakisfoundation.org/en/vraveio-technis/
14. Call for Applications: Sustainable Food Solutions Challenge 2025
Deadline:?Nov 18, 2024
Donor:?MassChallenge
Grant Type:?Awards, Prizes and Challenges
Grant Size:?Not Available
Countries/Regions:?Worldwide
Area:?Farming, Food Safety, Nutrition, Business & Industry, Sustainable Development
This challenge seeks innovative solutions to advance sustainable food systems.
For more information, visit:?https://apply.masschallenge.org/en-us/mcch-sustainable-food-solutions-challenge-2025
15. Nominations open for Win Win Gothenburg Sustainability Award
Deadline:?Jan 12, 2025
Donor:?WIN WIN Gothenburg Sustainability Award
Grant Type:?Awards, Prizes and Challenges
Grant Size:?$10,000 to $100,000
Countries/Regions:?Worldwide
Area:?Leadership, Sustainable Development
This award recognizes outstanding solutions for addressing global sustainability challenges.
For more information, visit:?https://www.winwinaward.org/home
Conclusion
From supporting youth leadership to promoting sustainable food systems, there are a plethora of funding opportunities waiting to be tapped. Don’t miss out on the chance to secure support for your impactful project! Be sure to review eligibility requirements and deadlines carefully before submitting your application.
Happy funding!