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Research
The Jephcott
Charitable Trust in the UK makes grants for charitable purposes in the subject
areas of population control, natural environment, education, and health.
Projects in the theme of Natural Environment include examples in small-scale
agriculture, livestock production, horticulture, agricultural training,
community water supply, environmental education, tree planting, renewable energy, and others.
Grants are made in the range of £2 thousand to £10 thousand (in exceptional
cases only, up to £20 thousand). Eligibility for grants extends to registered
charities and properly constituted organizations in all parts of the world.
There is no application deadline.
The Network for Social Change supports socially
progressive projects in the UK and developing countries. Supported projects
include some in the area of environment, natural resources, and related fields. The
Network does not accept unsolicited funding applications. However, the Network
is willing to receive project ideas from outside of its membership via its
Project Noticeboard.
The International Foundation makes grants in subject areas
that include agriculture, water and sanitation, environment, and several
others. Grants are to nonprofit tax-exempt charitable organizations in the USA.
Most grant recipients are small and medium NGOs in the USA engaged in
international development assistance. Grants are up to US$25 thousand for
projects of one year. There are no calendar
deadlines for applications.
The Foundation makes grants for sustainable development of
water resources in Latin America. Grant recipients for community water projects
include government agencies, development NGOs, foundations and institutes, and other nonprofit
organizations. To propose projects, applicants should contact the Foundation
via its email address or telephone.
Aqua for All
aims to facilitate sustainable access to water & sanitation and therefore
requests concept notes on solutions to water challenges in Africa or South
Asia. Aqua for All provides
grant money to scale and implement solutions that address drinking water,
sanitation and/or water management. The application is open to companies,
government agencies, knowledge institutes, and non-profit organizations. There
is no application deadline.
The Essential
Electronic Agricultural Library (TEEAL) is a full-text and searchable
database of articles from high-quality research journals in
agriculture and related sciences, housed at Cornell University in the
USA. TEEAL is an offline tool, not requiring internet or a phone line. For
eligible universities and research institutions in low-income EU-ACP
countries (Africa, Caribbean, and Pacific), CTA in the
Netherlands will provide the initial investment for the TEEAL base
collection (equivalent to US$5 thousand) and the update in the
following year. Applications can be made in English or French.
The FAO-EU
FLEGT Program supports governments and private sector organizations that
contribute to the reduction of illegal logging and strengthen the trade of legal
forest products. Projects can apply for project grants of up to US$50 thousand.
Eligible countries from Africa, Asia, and Latin America are listed in the
announcement. Projects are accepted on a rolling basis.
RUFORUM’s
program for Graduate Training Assistantships (GTA) grants support for 325 PhD
training opportunities during the next four years. The GTA aims to improve the
quality of higher education and increase the pool of PhD academic staff in
RUFORUM’s member universities by facilitating cross-university PhD studies and
teaching. Applicants need to be nominated for PhD training by his/her
university. RUFORUM Secretariat assists in facilitating placement of the
nominated staff to universities with the appropriate fields of the required
training. The GTA accepts rolling applications (no deadline).
The Donner Canadian Foundation makes grants for public policy
research, environment, social service projects, and international development.
Grant making includes interests in land and wildlife conservation in Canada and
internationally. Donner’s grants are restricted to organizations that have
Canadian charitable status. The Foundation does not regularly respond to
letters of inquiry or unsolicited requests, however, organizations may send a
brief description of their goals and programs. If there is a potential match
with the Foundation’s interests, Donner will request more information.
The program Scientific Exchanges is aimed at researchers who
want to host their own scientific event in Switzerland; invite colleagues from
abroad for a research visit to Switzerland; or visit their colleagues in
another country. For events, an important criterion is the participation of
women speakers and young researchers. Applicants for scientific exchanges must
be employed in Switzerland, and applications must be submitted at least four
months before the event or visit.
The CS Fund
and Warsh-Mott Legacy take an activist approach in making grants to defend
traditional management of agriculture and natural resources in the Global
South. Specific interests includes protecting local seeds and
reducing chemicals in agriculture; regulating the introduction of
genetically modified organisms; and supporting communities in their
self-governance of natural resources. Recent grants include several for Latin
America and Sub-Saharan Africa. Most grants are under US$20 thousand. Letters
of inquiry can be sent at any time.
The Ocean Foundation provides funding for marine and ocean
conservation. Program areas cover essentially all aspects of marine and ocean
conservation. The Foundation does not accept unsolicited funding requests.
However, it accepts brief letters of inquiry from grant seekers who wish to
partner with the Foundation.
The Development Related Infrastructure Investment
Vehicle (DRIVE) is a program of Dutch support for infrastructural projects in
the areas of water; climate; food security; and sexual and reproductive health
and rights. The program offers funding support to entrepreneurs worldwide for
construction projects in the eligible DRIVE subject areas and countries.
Funding ranges from €5 million to €60 million. Applications are accepted and
reviewed on a continuous basis.
The International SeaKeepers Society supports the Discovery Yachts
Program to promote marine research, education, and conservation. The program
enables marine scientists to conduct oceanographic research by placing them on
member vessels. SeaKeepers maintains a database of yacht owners willing to
donate time, fuel, provisions, and expertise aboard their vessels. Research missions
aboard participating yachts may take place in any coastal or offshore waters
where legally permitted. Proposals are accepted on a rolling (continuous)
basis.
Fondation Segré focuses on the conservation of
threatened species and their habitat, and the restoration of degraded ecosystems.
It supports conservation projects around the world – including in the
developing regions of Africa; Latin America and the Caribbean; Asia and
Australasia; and Europe and the Middle East. The Foundation welcomes proposals
anytime in the preliminary form of a brief concept. If the concept is approved
by the Foundation, the proponent will be invited to submit a full proposal.
IHE Delft offers free online courses
on various water topics on its OCW Platform. Available courses include
Biological Wastewater Treatment, Spate Irrigation Systems, and Ecological
Sanitation, among others. Each online course is divided by topics and course
units for self-learning. Courses are available anytime.
The program Power Africa aims to expand electric energy
across Sub-Saharan Africa. Power Africa has more than 100 private-sector
partners, and it invites others to join. The US Government has a variety of
tools and resources available to assist Power Africa partners and their
projects. The partners include companies that focus on small-scale solutions
for rural areas, including off-grid and mini-grid projects. Expressions of
interest can be submitted at any time.
Well Aware aims to help local communities in East Africa find
sustainable solutions to address water scarcity and contamination. Well Aware
aims to support its water projects with integrated project planning; technical
evaluation; project oversight; promotion of partnerships; community training in
sanitation and hygiene; and community empowerment. While most current projects
are in Kenya, the application form does not restrict the country. Applications
can be submitted at any time; there is no deadline.
The Donner Canadian Foundation makes grants for public policy
research, environment, social service projects, and international development.
Grant making includes interests in land and wildlife conservation in Canada and
internationally. Donner’s grants are restricted to organizations that have
Canadian charitable status. The Foundation does not regularly respond to
letters of inquiry or unsolicited requests; however, organizations may send a
brief description of their goals and programs. If there is a potential match
with the Foundation’s interests, Donner will request more information.
The Lighthouse Foundation promotes science and research,
teaching, culture, and the principles of environmentalism and international
development in relation to the world’s seas and oceans. Funded partners of the
Lighthouse Foundation are conservation NGOs, community NGOs, universities and
educational organizations, and government organizations. There is no
application form.
RUFORUM’s program for Graduate Training Assistantships (GTA)
grants support for 325 PhD training opportunities during the next four years.
The GTA aims to improve the quality of higher education and increase the pool
of PhD academic staff in RUFORUM’s member universities by facilitating
cross-university PhD studies and teaching. Applicants need to be nominated for
PhD training by his/her university. RUFORUM Secretariat assists in facilitating
placement of the nominated staff to universities with the appropriate fields of
the required training. The GTA accepts rolling applications (no deadline).
The FAO-EU FLEGT Program supports governments and private sector
organizations that contribute to the reduction of illegal logging and
strengthen the trade of legal forest products. Projects can apply for project
grants of up to US$50 thousand. Eligible countries from Africa, Asia, and Latin
America are listed in the announcement. Projects are accepted on a rolling
basis.
Tzedek is a Jewish charitable organization aiming to reduce
extreme poverty, focusing on grassroots projects in Africa and Asia. Tzedek
supports local NGOs with the aim to develop partnerships to secure livelihoods
of the poorest and most disadvantaged. The Overseas Project Team (OPT) operates
Tzedek’s Partnership Project Grants scheme. Projects funded in the past
includes vocational training, micro-credit, livelihood startups, livestock,
agriculture and more. The OPT meets 4-6 times a year. Applicants may register
their interest via email anytime.
Sea Pact is a
consortium of seafood companies to support continuous improvements of fisheries
and aquaculture in an international context. Sea Pact accepts applications from
non-profit and for-profit organizations. Past grant recipients include
conservation organizations, marine research organizations, development NGOs,
and others. Grants generally range from US$10 thousand to US$30 thousand.
Letters of Interest (LOI’s) are accepted on an open basis.
The European Commission (EC) seeks to promote female
entrepreneurship in agricultural value chains, by supporting Afghan women in
developing and executing their business ideas, and women-led micro and small
enterprises. The EC will financially support projects that strengthen the
capacity of Afghan women to develop and execute their business ideas and foster
respect for women’s role as economic agents. Applicants may request up to €5
million. Eligibility extends to non-profit organizations established in the
European Union or Afghanistan. The deadline for submission of concept notes
is 03 August 2020.
USAID seeks
to improve human wellbeing and reduce the threats to biodiversity by improving
agriculture and fishing practices in coastal and marine environments of Haiti.
USAID will provide funding for projects that reduce the underlying threats to
coastal and marine resources; enhance the resilience of coastal communities;
conserve flora and fauna in select marine protected areas by strengthening governance structures that
have the ability to adaptively manage protected areas; and ensure long-term
conservation by implementing sustainable natural resource management
strategies. The estimated total project funding is US$500 thousand. Eligibility
is restricted to non-profit organizations and institutions of higher education
based in Haiti. Application must be submitted no later than 06 August 2020.
USAID seeks to improve human wellbeing and reduce the threats
to biodiversity by improving agriculture and fishing practices in coastal and
marine environments of Haiti. USAID will provide funding for projects that
reduce the underlying threats to coastal and marine resources; enhance the
resilience of coastal communities; conserve flora and fauna in select marine
protected areas by strengthening governance structures that have the ability to
adaptively manage protected areas; and ensure long-term conservation by
implementing sustainable natural resource management strategies. The estimated
total project funding is US$500 thousand. Eligibility is restricted to
non-profit organizations and institutions of higher education based in Haiti.
Application must be submitted no later than 06 August 2020.
The Alongside
Wildlife Foundation supports projects that are led by or will increase
involvement of minorities and members of marginalized groups in wildlife
conservation. The Foundation supports the collection of scientific data,
science communication to reduce human/wildlife conflict, and the implementation
of science-based strategies for living alongside wildlife populations. Each
year, the Foundation provides up to US$10 thousand to 1-2 projects.
Applications are invited from all around the world. Proposals may be submitted
on rolling basis; but proposals submitted by 07
August 2020 will be considered for funding in 2020.
The World Water Challenge is an international contest for
water solutions. The Korea International Water Week (KIWW) aims to discover
imminent water problems and to find feasible solutions. Participants are asked
to select a water challenge (identified in the call) and submit their solution.
The total prize amount for the World Water Challenge 2020 is KRW 16 million
(approx. US$16 thousand). Winners will have the chance to be invited to the
WWCH showcase during the KIWW 2021 and/or the 9th World Water Forum.
Individuals or organizations are welcome to participate. Proposals can be
submitted until 07 August 2020.
U.S. National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Seabird Conservation Program works to improve populations of focal seabirds
through actions that improve survival and reproduction. The 2020 Request for
Proposals (RFP) focuses on several geographies within the Pacific, including
Alaska, Chile, California Current (including Mexico), Hawaii and US overseas lands
and territories in the Pacific. The majority of awards under this program will
fall in the range of US$50 thousand to US$500 thousand. Eligible applicants
include non-profit organizations, government agencies, educational
institutions, businesses, and international organizations. The application date
is 10 August 2020.
The Interdisciplinary Conservation Network (ICN) is a bi-annual
workshop that provides a select group of early-career researchers with the
opportunity to produce a collaborative piece of research, take part in capacity building activities,
and develop global networks with fellow researchers. The ICN 2020-21 workshop
structure includes a series of virtual collaborative meetings (September 2020
to April 2021) and a 3-day in-person event (April 2021) in Oxford, UK. ICN will
provide accommodation and
meals for non-Oxford based attendees. Additionally, up to six total bursaries
will be available to support travel expenses for international attendees.
Eligibility extends to early-career researchers wanting to collaborate and
network with others in conservation science. The application deadline is 12 August 2020.
The U.S. Embassy in Dushanbe announces funding
for its Environmental Awareness and Action Campaign. The Embassy seeks grant
proposals from Tajik non-governmental organizations and independent media
organizations that focus on raising public awareness about air pollution, water
pollution, or waste management in Tajikistan. Projects should be for a period
of 9-12 months and have a budget of US$5 thousand to US$25 thousand. Proposals
must be submitted by 14 August 2020.
The program on international water cooperation
seeks to improve coordination and cooperation over shared waters in regions
where water is, or may become, a source of conflict. A grant for up to US$950
thousand will be awarded for a multi-donor partnership mechanism to support
cooperation on shared waters. Eligibility extends to US and foreign non-profit
organizations, institutions of higher education, and public international
organizations. Applications have to be submitted by 14
August 2020.
The IGES, the
United Nations University Institute for Advanced Studies on Sustainability, and
Japan’s Ministry of the Environment announce the latest round of sub-grants
under the Satoyama Development Mechanism. The International Partnership for the
Satoyama Initiative (IPSI) promotes the sustainable use of Socio-Ecological
Production Landscapes and Seascapes. Grants are up to US$10 thousand for field
projects; research; collaboration activities; and capacity building and
outreach that link ecosystems and community systems on a sustainable basis.
Applicants must be approved members of the IPSI at the date of submitting
project proposals. The application deadline is 14
August 2020.
Samsung Engineering Eco-Generation announces the call for
applications for the 25th Regional Youth Ambassadors Program. Eco-Generation is
a social networking platform offering a range of possibilities for engaging
children and young adults to advance their role and commitment in environmental
conservation and protection. Youth aged between 13 and 24 qualify to become an ambassador and represent
Tunza Eco-Generation. The Ambassador Program provides exceptional experiences
with the opportunities to actively plan, to execute or participate in various
environmental awareness programs around the world. Deadline for applications is
16 August 2020.
International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) launches a
grant program to implement rural youth employment opportunities. The current
call is focused on Mozambique, Kenya, and Cameroon and provides financial
support to integrated agribusiness hubs, for a total amount of up to US$3.5
million. The applicant must ensure a minimum counterpart contribution of US$150
thousand. The recipient can be an governmental organization, a business
development institution, a civil society organization, an academic/research
institution or a private sector entity. The deadline to receive proposals is 17 August 2020.
The Africa-China Reporting Project (ACRP) and China Dialogue
invite African and Chinese journalists interested in environmental journalism
to apply for an online environmental journalism training workshop. ACRP and
China Dialogue aim to provide training and resources to support high quality
journalism on Africa-China relations, particularly focused on African climate
and environmental issues. Applications for participation must be received by 20 August 2020.
The U.S. Embassy announces an open competition for organizations
to submit applications to carry out a program to organize an exchange visit for
5 biotechnology experts from Turkmenistan to the United States for two to three
weeks. The Turkmen experts
will study the experience of US scientific and educational institutions in
developing and applying biotechnologies and then adapt the new biotechnologies
to Turkmenistan’s conditions. Awards may range from US$35 thousand to US$55
thousand. Eligibility extends to U.S. non-profit organizations and US
educational institutions. Applications are due 21
August 2020.
The European Commission (EC) aims to strengthen and stimulate
the dialogue between civil society organizations in the EU and the ASEAN region
in areas of global health, environment challenges, sustainable growth, and
fundamental rights. The EC provides financial assistance to local projects and
think tanks that mitigate the negative impacts on public health (air, water and
soil pollution), research zoonotic diseases, and rethink urban living spaces,
among other priorities detailed in the call for proposals. Applicants may
request up to €300 thousand per project. Eligibility extends to non-profit
organizations and academic institutions established in the European Union,
Indonesia, Thailand, New Zealand or the ASEAN region. The deadline for
submission of concept notes is 25 August 2020.
The AgriFI Kenya Challenge Fund is a European Union initiative to
support smallholder agriculture through the provision of financial support to
agri– enterprises. The Fund awards financial support to smallholder farmers in
Kenya to practice environmentally sustainable and climate-smart agriculture. Any financial support
requested must fall between the minimum amount of €200 thousand and the maximum
amount of €750 thousand. The financial support will require 50% match funding
from the agri-enterprise. The Fund aims to support projects put forward by
small and medium sized agri-enterprises. The deadline is 27 August 2020.
The European Commission (EC) aims to develop an
independent forest observation monitoring systems in order to monitor
forest governance and forest land use in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
The overall amount made available under this call is €1.5 million. Eligibility
extends to non-profit civil society organizations. The deadline for submission
of concept notes is 27 October 2020.
The Global Program Food Security seeks innovative initiatives
to contribute to food systems’ improvements and transformative and sustainable
impacts on poor people. The SDC invites abstracts of project proposals in four
themes related to global food security: (1) Human rights in food systems; (2)
Responsible land-based investment practices; (3) Agrobiodiversity for food
security and nutrition; and (4) Nutrition in secondary cities. Proposals under
theme 3 should focus on improving food security and nutrition of smallholder
farmers in three to four countries in Africa and Asia. SDC’s contribution will
be a maximum of CHF 2,5 million per year and covering a maximum of 50% – 80% of
the total cost of the project for up to 10 years. The deadline for abstracts
is 28 August 2020.
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s
largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide, delivering food assistance
in emergencies and working with communities to improve nutrition and build
resilience. The WFP seeks great ideas and bold solutions to solve hunger
globally. The Innovation Accelerator offers financial support, training and
access to WFP partners and technical experts. Selected teams get an opportunity
to develop their projects and receive up to US$ 100 thousand. Applications for
the 2020 Cohort III have to be submitted by 31 August 2020.
The Agropolis Fondation aims to foster new collaborations
across agricultural research disciplines and/or stakeholders for co-learning
(i.e., cross-learning between researchers from different disciplines, between
academic and non-academic actors, or between researchers and PhD students).
This call will fund the research and training needs of postdoc scientists, PhD
students, young early-career scientists, and summer schools. The Agropolis
Fondation intends to award two Post-doctoral Fellowships (of up to €68 thousand
per project), four partial doctoral Fellowships (of up to €65 thousand per
project), five young scientist research proposals (of up to €20 thousand per
project), and four thematic summer or winter schools (of up to €20 thousand per
project). Please note that the proposal for thematic schools has to be
co-submitted by a Sub-Saharan African institution. The deadline for the submission
of proposals is 01 September 2020.
The
International Centre for development oriented Research in Agriculture (ICRA)
supports education and capacity strengthening in agriculture and the rural
sector in the developing world. ICRA offers specialized training courses for
agricultural professionals each year. ICRA’s courses qualify for OKP/MSP scholarships funded
by the Dutch government. Each scholarship program has separate application
deadlines. Individuals wishing to apply to the Orange Knowledge Program (OKP)
scholarship have to submit their application until 30 June 2020. The MENA
Scholarship Program (MSP) has two application deadlines:
24 May and 02 September 2020
The Bio-based
Industries Consortium (BIC), under the program Horizon 2020, invites
applications for the Bio-based Industries Joint Undertaking (BBI JU) call for
proposals. The objective of this call is to contribute to develop a more resource
efficient and sustainable low carbon economy, particularly in rural areas, by
using renewable biological resources for the production of bio-based products
and biofuels. The call is open worldwide, however, only participants from EU,
associated and developing countries are automatically eligible for funding. The
call is open to academic institutions,
non-profit organizations, and private enterprises. Projects last typically up
to 5 years, and may receive funds to cover the total eligible costs of the project.
The deadline for applications is 03 September
2020.
The European
Commission funds projects that explore new and sustainable aquatic and marine
sources for human food with focus in under-used species and/or side streams
from: (i) marine and aquatic sources; or (ii) the fisheries industry. Proposals
for the cultivation of aquatic and/or marine biomass must include innovative
and sustainable production and harvesting systems. The Commission will provide
funding of up to a maximum of €16 million to address this specific challenge. The application must be
submitted as joint project proposal from at least three legal entities, each of
which must be established in a different EU Member State or Horizon 2020
associated country. The application deadline is 03 September 2020.
The European Commission (EC) aims to support socio-economic
development of Cambodia fishing communities in the coastal regions and promote
integrated and sustainable wetland management and rehabilitation of the Tonle
Sap Biosphere Reserve. Applicants may request up to €4 million to implement
projects that meet the criteria of the European Commission for the region.
Eligibility extends to non-profit organizations established in the European
Union or Cambodia. The deadline for submission of concept notes is 15
September 2020.
The Zicklin
Center for Business Ethics Research at the Wharton School, University of
Pennsylvania, has a new initiative supporting innovators and young
entrepreneurs who are developing solutions to combat COVID-19 in Africa. The
initiative is open to students and young professionals (ages 18 to 35 years
old) from around the world interested in offering innovative ideas for an
effective private and public sector response to the COVID-19 pandemic in
countries throughout Africa. Wharton School is an ecosystem partner of the
Entrepreneurship World Cup, contributing with knowledge used to help inform and
educate participants as well as outreach efforts to foster the participation of
its alumni and leading entrepreneurship stakeholders around the world.
Submission of Proposals must be done by 15
September 2020.
The Energy Catalyst competition seeks innovative,
market-focused energy solutions for Sub-Saharan Africa and/or South Asia.
Projects must encourage the development of products and services that help
countries in Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia access low carbon energy. Early
stage projects (feasibility studies) may apply for up to £300 thousand, mid
stage projects (industrial research) for up to £1.5 million, and late stage
projects (experimental development) for up to £5 million. Eligibility extends
to UK based businesses, charities, or academic institutions. International
partnerships are strongly encouraged. The application deadline is 16
September 2020.
The Small Charities Challenge Fund (SCCF) is designed to support
UK-based grassroots organizations to help priority countries to enhance their
capacity and efforts to help the poor, vulnerable and most marginalized. UK Aid
Direct operates in the lowest 50 countries in the Human Development Index and
in countries considered to be of high or moderate fragility. Thematic areas
include agriculture, climate change, environment, water resources and others.
Grants of up to £50 thousand will be available for projects of up to 2 years.
Applications are reviewed on a 6-monthly basis. The next review of project
grant proposals is 24 September 2020.
NIFA:
Agriculture and Food Research Initiative – Education and Workforce Development
(United States)
The Global Foodtech Accelerator 2020 is open for applications. The Program seeks 10 startups
with innovative solutions and international partners to improve agrifood and
retail sectors. Selected projects will receive an economic contribution, office
space, mentorship and networking opportunities. Eligibility extends to Italian
and foreign companies and individuals. The application deadline is 30 September 2020.
The National
Geographic Society seeks projects that focuses on archaeological,
paleoenvironmental, and palaeoclimatological data for the purposes of
understanding of human-environmental interactions over time which might contribute to mitigating
contemporary environmental and climatic crises. Applicants may request up to
$80 thousand. The deadline for applications is October
2020.
ASSEMBLE Plus provides access to marine biological research
institutions across Europe and overseas to carry out scientific research in the
field of marine biological sciences. Scientists from academia, industry and
policy can apply for funding to use these facilities to carry out research
projects. ASSEMBLE Plus sponsors teams of up to two researchers. The program
covers travel (one round trip per person), meals, accommodation, and shipping
costs of project materials. Eligibility extends to candidates who work in a
recognized academic institution, or are employed by a not-for-profit
organization or company based in a European Union Member State or Associated
Country. Applications can be submitted until 04
October 2020.
The “Swiss Programme for Research on Global issues for
Development” (r4d programme) promotes applied, need-based scientific research
in developing countries. Projects that analyse, develop and test innovative
solutions to sustainable development challenges in developing countries in any
thematic area or field of research are eligible. The program will support
consortia that consist of at least a Swiss research institution, a research
partner in the Global South/East and a non-research implementation partner
(government, civil society, private sector). SDC’s contribution will be CHF 100
thousand to be used over a period of max. 12 months. The deadline for
submitting pre-proposals is 12 October 2020.
The Common Fund for Commodities (CFC) provides financial and
technical instruments to support projects proposed by enterprises,
cooperatives, and institutions. Funding is targeted mainly to for-profit
organizations and social enterprises for production, value chains, and
marketing across a wide group of commodities (agricultural crops, tree crops,
timber, bamboo and rattan, minerals, and others). Projects need to focus on
economic, social, and environmental sustainability. Innovative solutions for
new agritech applications, access to renewable energy, or expanding
environmental services are especially welcome. This 17th call for proposals has
a deadline on 15 October 2020.
Through its
program ‘Freigeist’ the Volkswagen Foundation seeks open-minded, strong and
resistant young researchers with innovative ideas from all around the world.
The ‘Freigeist’ scheme is open to all disciplines and research topics and
offers the opportunity to establish a career within a scientific research
organization or university in Germany. Eligibility extends to junior
researchers (up to 4 years of postdoctoral experience). Depending on the field
of research and career experience, projects in a total amount of up to € 1
million for up to 5 years may be granted. The next deadlines for applications
are 15 October 2020 and 14 October 2021.
ETH Zurich supports early-career scientists and students to
engage in auxiliary education and research activities at ETH Zurich in fields
relevant to the world food system, primarily in topics related to agriculture
and food sciences. ETH Professors who are active mainly in teaching and
research for agricultural or food science are eligible to apply for support.
The application must come from the professor; however, the funding can support
students or researchers in the group. A total of CHF 10 thousand is available
in this call. The deadline for proposals is 16 October 2020.
The French Global Environment Facility (FFEM) launches a new
call for projects to support innovations for “Sustainable Cold Production and
Air Conditioning” in developing countries. Proposed projects should focus the
development of sustainable cooling or air conditioning technologies and
approaches, for example, “natural” refrigerants, which are more energy
efficient. Projects may be proposed in connection with the transfer of skills
and technologies through capacity building programs. Eligibility extends to developing
countries, with priority given to applicants from the African continent.
Funding ranges from €500 thousand to €3 million per project. The deadline for
the submission of project proposals is 16 October 2020.
The Agri-Tech Catalyst aims to increase the pace and scale of
uptake of agricultural innovation by farmers in Africa. Projects should focus
in any of three categories: early-stage technical feasibility; industrial
research; or late-stage experimental development. Project leaders must be UK
businesses (or UK research organizations in the case of early-stage technical
feasibility). Projects should include at least one consortium member from an
eligible African country. The amount of project co-funding available varies
from £100 thousand to £1 million depending on category and business size. The
deadline for registration is 21 October 2020.
The European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA) makes grants
for field-based projects in wildlife conservation; protection of forests and
wetlands; litter clean-up on trails and mountains; environmental education in
local communities; and other initiatives in support of nature-based travel and
tourism. Project applications must protect a threatened species or habitat;
have a link to the outdoor enthusiast; and involve hands-on practical
conservation work. Grants are to nonprofit organizations in amounts up to €30
thousand for projects of one to two years anywhere in the world (except North
America). There are two application period per year. The next application
window is 01-30 November 2020.
The Nagao Natural Environment Foundation (NEF)
launches a new program aiming at capacity building of young scientists in
developing countries of the Asia-Pacific region. Young researchers (under 40
years old) can submit fieldwork based projects in the areas of biology;
biodiversity; wildlife and restoration of ecosystems; and relationships between
nature and humans. The maximum grant size is 1.5 million Japanese yen per
project. Application deadlines are twice a year: 31
July 2020 and 31 January 2021.
Agribusiness
USAID sponsors Development Innovation Ventures (DIV) to
identify, develop, test, and scale innovative approaches in development. DIV’s
portfolio includes projects across the range of USAID’s program areas —
including in agriculture, energy, climate change, water, waste management, and
others related to natural resources and environment. Applicants may apply for
any of the three following stages: Proof of Concept (Up to US$200 thousand for
up to 3 years), Testing and Positioning for Scale (US$200 thousand to $1.5
million for up to 3 years), and Scaling (US$1.5 million to US$5 million for up
to 5 years). Proposals are accepted year-round, from any type of organization
(including private businesses, faith-based organizations, institutions of
higher education, foundations, civic groups, regional organizations, and international
organizations), in any country.
The ASEAN-India Science and Technology
Development Fund supports projects of 2-3 years between research institutions
in India and collaborating institutions in the ASEAN countries. Areas of focus
include environmental management, climate change adaptation and mitigation,
agricultural technologies, alternative energy, biodiversity, and several
others. The funds support mobility of researchers from India to partnering
ASEAN institutions and vice versa, as well as some supplementary expenditures.
Applications must be prepared jointly by the Indian and ASEAN partner
scientists, and must be submitted to India’s DST and the ASEAN Secretariat
simultaneously. The completed joint applications can be submitted during any
time of the year.
The United States Agency for International
Development (USAID) announces the Resilient, Inclusive, & Sustainable
Environments (RISE) Challenge. USAID seeks innovative interventions that
prevent and respond to gender-based violence across programs that address the
access, use and management of natural resources. The challenge aims to fund
organizations to innovatively adapt and implement promising or proven
interventions that enhanced environmental action and women’s empowerment. USAID
will award up to three awards in the amount of up to US$300 thousand.
Eligibility extends to all organizations regardless of type (e.g., NGO; for
profit; not-for-profit; community organizations, etc.) with local presence
where USAID is currently operational. Submissions are due on 05 August 2020.
The UNWTO Sustainable Development Goals Global
Startup Competition seeks innovative startups that directly contribute to
accelerate the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. The
competition features 17 categories, each one representing a Sustainable
Development Goal. Startups from all over the world and all economic sectors are
invited to participate. The winning startups receive a pitch at a UNWTO Demo
Day, capacity and business development training, access to technological
support, and connection to the UNWTO Innovation Network. The deadline for
candidatures is 20 September 2020.
DG Trésor invites companies to submit innovative ideas and
project proposals for innovative solutions for the reduction and recovery of
waste in the developing world. Up to 12 selected French SMEs and start-ups will
receive up to €500 thousand to implement their project idea. Proposed projects
can fall within the areas of general waste management, environmental
management, energy recovery from waste, or agricultural waste management, among
others. Projects have to be implemented in partnership with local partners from
developing countries. Proposals have to be submitted by 01
October 2020.
UN Global Compact invites companies to nominate young talent
within their organizations to collaborate and accelerate business innovation
towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The 10-month accelerator
program is intended for future business leaders and change makers with new
technologies, initiatives, and business models that deliver on their company’s
sustainability objectives. (Note: Companies must be confirmed to
participate in the program before nominating young professionals.) The
program is available for companies located in the following countries:
Bangladesh, Brazil, Canada, Denmark, India, Kenya, Lebanon, Mexico, Nigeria,
Norway, the Philippines, South Africa, Turkey, Ukraine, and UK. Deadlines for
nominations vary by country. The timeline for calls for nominations is May 2020-November 2020.
Bio-diversity, Environment, Climate change
The GCF offers grants up to US$1 million per country per year
to help developing countries understand the GCF program, and to submit
applications for accreditation. Priority for the readiness grants focuses on
the Least Developed Countries (LDCs), Small Island Developing States (SIDS),
and African States. Proposals for readiness grants are submitted through the country’s
National Designated Authority or Focal Point for the GCF. Proposals can be
submitted at any time.
The Darvish Yu Water Fund supports projects that
provide safe drinking water and sanitation facilities at the grass-roots level
in developing countries. Grants are up to US$4 thousand per project. Any
organization working at the grass-roots level aiming at addressing
water-related issues in developing countries is eligible to apply. Applications
are accepted throughout the year.
SOAS University offers free massive open online
courses (MOOCs) to get an introduction in a new subject. MOOCs are general
level courses that require only one to two hours commitment each week. Courses
include one on Global Energy and Climate Policy as well as other thematic areas
in the broad scope of Global Diplomacy. Courses are online and self-paced.
The Development Related Infrastructure Investment
Vehicle (DRIVE) is a program of Dutch support for infrastructural projects in
the areas of water; climate; food security; and sexual and reproductive health
and rights. The program offers funding support to entrepreneurs worldwide for
construction projects in the eligible DRIVE subject areas and countries.
Funding ranges from €5 million to €60 million. Applications are accepted and
reviewed on a continuous basis.
EIT Climate-KIC — Green
Business Idea CompetitionClimateLaunchpad is the world’s largest green
business ideas competition. The competition invites business ideas that
addresses climate change with the goal to support new clean-tech startups.
Selected participants will take part in an idea boot camp and receive intensive
coaching. The winner will
receive €10 thousand, the runner up €5 thousand. The submission deadlines from
February to May vary by country (please check carefully).
Rainforest
Action Network — Climate Action FundThe Climate Action Fund makes small grants to
community groups that active in preventing the extraction of fossil fuels, and
in preventing or decommissioning large point sources of greenhouse gas
emissions. Grants can be made in
all regions, but the Fund’s geographic priority areas are South and North
America. Grants generally do not exceed US$2,500. Applications can be submitted
at any time.
Caribbean
Catastrophe Risk Insurance Facility — Small Grants ProgramCCRIF finances small projects
managed by non-governmental organizations (NGOs), community-based organizations
(CBOs), charity organizations and/or mandated by National Disaster Coordinators
in local communities in
the Caribbean. Projects submitted for consideration should fall within the
thematic areas of disaster risk management and climate change adaptation and
range between US$5 to US$25 thousand. Proposals for small grants may be
submitted anytime.
Climate
Tracker — Online Course: Climate JournalismClimate Tracker’s Train-the-Trainer
course covers basic journalism skills, such as pitching, article-framing,
interviewing, data visualization in the context of human-interest climate
journalism. Participants
will receive a certificate of completion to demonstrate their competence as a
climate communication trainer. The e-course is open for participants
worldwide.
The Quick Response Biodiversity Fund (QRBF) is a rapid
response mechanism set up by the Weeden Foundation and partner organizations to
secure critical habitat for threatened species. Grants are primarily for land
purchases of critical habitat. However, the Fund also considers proposals for
land leases and other arrangements that ensure habitat protection. Recent
grants range from US$10 thousand to US$50 thousand. Applications are welcome
from nonprofit conservation organizations that require immediate funding for
critical habitat acquisition.
The SwedBio Collaboration Program contributes to ideas,
methods, and policies regarding how biodiversity, ecosystem services, and
resilience help sustain livelihoods. Organizations that would like to be
considered for a potential partnership need to contact the staff at SwedBio for
details. Preferred partners include regional and international network
organizations; action-oriented research institutes; think-tank institutions;
and civil society organizations based in developing countries.
The Weeden Foundation makes grants for biodiversity
conservation in forest ecosystems, riparian corridors, and riverine and aquatic
environments of ecological importance. Weeden’s international priorities are
the Patagonia region of Chile, and the Altai Republic of Russia. The average
grant size is between US$15 and US$20 thousand. The Foundation requests letters
of inquiry (LOI) at least one month before proposal deadlines. The next
deadline for applications (English, Spanish) is 03
August 2020.
Sida funds short-term training in selected development topics
for participants from developing countries. The international training program
“Climate Change – Mitigation and Adaptation” has a strong focus on agriculture
and water resources, planning and communication of climate information. The
course is designed for individuals who have key positions in organizations
related to national, regional, or local community planning, and who are
actively involved in strategic decision making. Participants have to be nominated
by government organizations, private companies or NGOs in Kenya, Sudan,
Mozambique, Zambia, or Zimbabwe. The training program consists of three
compulsory phases. Phase 1 will take place in Mozambique (March 2021), Phase 2
will take place in Sweden (April 2021), Phase 3 will take place in Eastern
and/or Southern Africa (September 2021). All training costs associated with the
workshop, including international travel, will be covered by Sida. Closing date
for applications is 09 August 2020.
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) invites proposals
that meet the needs of local communities in the Philippines. CFLI provides
funding to projects that implement environment and climate action focusing on
adaptation and mitigation, and water management, among other thematic
priorities. The average contribution is C$25 thousand to C$45 thousand per
project. Eligibility extends to community organizations, non-profit
organizations, local governments, academic institutions, and international
non-profit organizations. The deadline for submission is 10 August 2020.
The Minor Foundation for Major Challenges funds communication
projects that mitigate anthropogenic climate change. Proposals should focus on
influencing public opinions, providing inspiration, changing attitudes,
spreading information, etc. The Foundation welcomes applications from all over
the world. The Foundation makes small grants of up to €10 thousand and large grants
ranging from €20 thousand to €200 thousand, although larger projects may be
considered. The deadline to submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) is 15
August 2020.
The European Commission (EC) aims to contribute to the
transformation of agriculture sector in Angola through innovation and research.
The EC seeks applications for applied research and innovation improve action to
address climate change adaptation and resilience of family farming in the
Southern Provinces of Angola. Applicants may request up to €1 million.
Eligibility extends to non-profit organizations established in the European
Union or Angola. The deadline for submission of concept notes is 26
August 2020.
The Global
Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) invites proposals for project funding
from Sub-Saharan Africa under the “Biodiversity Information for Development”
program. GBIF offers support for four types of projects: (1) Regional
biodiversity data mobilization to establish or strengthen international
collaborations (maximum funding: €120 thousand for projects involving three or
more countries); (2) National biodiversity data mobilization to respond to
national priorities (maximum funding: €40 thousand); (3) Institution-level
biodiversity data mobilization to mobilize biodiversity data relevant for
sustainable development (maximum funding: €20 thousand); and (4) Data-use
grants that build on existing
relationships to provide data solutions that respond to a specific policy need
(maximum funding: €60 thousand). Applicants must be legal entities such as government
agencies, natural history museums, research institutes, universities, or NGOs
located in an eligible African country. The deadline for submission of concept
notes is 27 August 2020.
The Private Enterprise Development in Low-Income Countries (PEDL)
Initiative announces a special research grant program specifically related to
understanding the relationship between private sector development and the
environment. The objective of PEDL is to fund cutting-edge, policy-oriented
research that could be published in leading academic journals. Exploratory
Research Grant (ERG) are grants of between £10 thousand and £40 thousand.
Grants will fund research assistance, data collection and new surveys in LICs.
Proposed projects must be relevant to policy in low-income countries in order
to be eligible. The deadline for this special call is 31
August 2020.
Germany’s
International Climate Initiative (IKI) supports projects with focus on
transition to a decarbonized economy; as well as other initiatives with land
use and climate change mitigation relevance in South Africa. The projects should have a
funding volume between €12 million and €15 million each. Non-governmental
organizations, business enterprises, universities and research institutions
from Germany and abroad are eligible to apply. Program outlines can be
submitted until 31 August 2020.
The Allianz Climate Risk Research Award supports scientific
research that improves the understanding of climate change-related risks. The
2020 Award focuses on “how science can help insurers deal with extreme weather
and climate risks.” PhD students from all around the world who are in the final
stage of their research and postdoctoral researchers who have recently finished
their research, are invited to apply. Four finalists will receive a monetary
award of up to €7 thousand. The application deadline is 31
August 2020.
The EU-India Clean Energy and Climate Partnership seeks to
strengthen international cooperation in renewable energy research and
innovation. Proposals should develop and demonstrate novel energy solutions for
higher energy efficiency. The project must be carried out by a consortium of at
least three organizations from India and three entities from Europe. There is
no fixed budget allocation between European and Indian participants. Projects
under this call may range from €5 to €6 million. The submission deadline
is 01 September 2020.
The Darwin Initiative funds capacity building,
training, research, and education in support of the major conventions on
biodiversity — focusing on the developing world. The program invites
applications for main projects, partnership projects, and fellowships.
Applicant organizations can be based in any country. Projects must benefit
biodiversity and local communities in developing countries. Main projects
average about £500 thousand for projects of three years. The application
deadline for main projects (Stage 1) is 01 September
2020. The application deadline for partnership projects and fellowships
is 19 January 2021, and they are applied through
organizations, not individuals.
The Climate Technology Initiative (CTI PFAN) provides funding to
climate or clean energy projects. PFAN accepts applications for projects in
low- and middle-income countries in Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, Southeast
Asia, Pacific Islands, Eastern Europe, and Central Asia, Central America and
Caribbean Islands. Projects may request between US$1 million and US$50 million.
Projects providing energy access or rural electrification (clean cook stoves,
solar home systems, mini grids) may request smaller sums between US$500
thousand and US$50 million. Proposals are invited from companies, individuals
or legal persons; public-private partnerships; and entities which are legally
structured to redistribute profits. The submission deadline is 01 September 2020.
The European Commission (EC) seeks to promote sustainable and
inclusive development in Brazil by supporting and strengthening local civil
society organizations. Proposed projects under this call must: (a) strengthen
the participation of civil society in the implementation of international
agreements in environmental and/or climate areas, (b) develop sustainable
socio-economic post-pandemic activities in the Amazon, or (c) support
indigenous peoples in the Amazon.
Grants requested under this call must be between €400 thousand and €650
thousand. Eligibility extends to Brazilian non-profit civil society
organizations. The deadline for submission of concept notes is 15 September 2020.
The Children’s Climate Prize invites innovative
and groundbreaking ideas and solutions on the issue of climate change. The
prize is awarded to children age 12-17 who have made extraordinary efforts for
the climate and environment. The winners will be invited to Sweden and receive
prize money of SEK 100 thousand to continue to develop their projects.
Individuals, groups or organizations can nominate themselves or be nominated by
someone else. Nominations from all over the world are welcome. The deadline is 30 September 2020.
InVivo’s Quest Competition seeks technological and ecological
innovations to answer to climate change challenges in the AgFood industry. The
competition is open to start-ups which already have a commercialized product or
service with technology focus. The current 4th Quest is open to businesses in Europe, divided
into 7 geographical areas. The laureate of each geographical area will earn a
“business connexions” pack including consulting from leading agfood companies
and a two day stay in Paris, including lunch with the InVivo Executive
Committee. Start-us from Eastern Europe may apply until 30 September 2020.
The Erik
Hosking Trust supports projects of scientific and conservation value on birds
and other subjects of natural history through the media of writing,
photography, painting, and illustration. Grants of up to £750 may be awarded to
suitable candidates from any
country. The application deadline is 30 September each
year.
The Fund for Documentary Film Outreach and
Engagement offers grants to support media projects that can deepen
understanding of the effects of climate change on individuals, families and
communities. The Fund will award 3-5 outreach and engagement grants that range
from US$15 to US$25 thousand. Applications from individual filmmakers and media
makers are welcome. Be aware that all applicants must have a 501c3 fiscal sponsor
based in the United States. Applications must be submitted by 01 October 2020.
Fellowships/scholarships/grants
The Noel
Buxton Trust makes grants up to £5 thousand per year for up to three years for
projects in Africa that promote economic development, or that support the care
of street children. Past recent projects in the theme of economic development
include examples in livestock raising, aquaculture, and credit for women-led
businesses. The Trust especially welcomes applications in support of
initiatives that help build sustainable futures in the semi-arid areas of
Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, Uganda, Sudan, and South Sudan. The Trust invites
applications from registered civil society organisations in Africa, and from
UK-based charities — including from diaspora organisations based in the UK –
for projects in the priority countries. Applications can be submitted at any
time.
The Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting provides grants to
individual journalists and news organizations to support in-depth, high-impact
reporting on topics of global importance. Awards cover reporting costs. Most
awards for international travel are between US$5 thousand and US$10 thousand.
In light of the current pandemic, the Pulitzer Center prioritizes COVID-19
projects as well as other projects that can be completed without much traveling
or where field work can be completed relatively soon and without risking one’s
own safety and the safety of others. Grants are open to journalists,
writers, photographers, radio producers or filmmakers of any nationality.
Collaborate Pacific aims to support effective governance,
leadership, regional cooperation, and sustainable development in the
Pacific. The fund supports small scale activities in the thematic priority
areas: Agriculture, Climate Change, Oceans and Fisheries, Renewable Energy, and
many other development priorities. Funding can cover travel (including
transport, accommodation, and meals) and event costs (including hosting costs).
Pacific Island citizens, NGOs, government agencies, and civil society are
encouraged to apply. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
The Genesis Charitable Trust makes grants to help individuals
and communities in developing countries to improve their standards of living.
The Trust favors projects that aim for long-term income generation and
self-sufficiency, especially projects making a positive impact on communities
currently beyond the reach of traditional government or market-based solutions.
Past projects include examples in small-scale agriculture, renewable energy,
and fisheries — among other focus areas. Grants are restricted to non-profit
organizations in eligible developing countries, or applicants that are
associated with non-profit organizations from the UK, US, Australia, Canada,
Ireland, New Zealand or Singapore. Preliminary grant applications can be
submitted at any time.
The Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting provides
grants to individual journalists and news organizations to support in-depth,
high-impact reporting on topics of global importance. Awards cover reporting
costs. Most awards for international travel are between US$5 thousand and US$10
thousand. In light of the current pandemic, the Pulitzer Center prioritizes
COVID-19 projects as well as other projects that can be completed without much
traveling or where field work can be completed relatively soon and without
risking one’s own safety and the safety of others. Grants are open to
journalists, writers, photographers, radio producers or filmmakers of any
nationality.
Esri is an international supplier of Geographic
Information System (GIS) software, web GIS, and geodatabase management
applications. Esri offers free or discounted GIS software, hardware, data,
training, and services to support groups and individuals working for social and
environmental benefit. Esri’s Conservation Grant Program makes GIS grants to
non-profit organizations, programs, and individuals active in public service
and nature conservation in any country. There are no grant cycles or deadlines.
The Acumen Fund seeks to harness the power of social innovation to
create solutions to the world’s most pressing problems. The Fund administers
regional programs in different world regions. In each region, 20 fellows are
selected for a leadership development program of five one-week seminars while
remaining in their jobs. Acumen
covers all program expenses related to travel and accommodations, but it does
not offer scholarships, stipends, or other funding. Past fellows have included
several in smallholder agriculture, renewable energy, waste management, fair
trade, and other subject areas. The deadlines of each regional program vary,
please check carefully. (More programs are scheduled to open later in 2020).
The Fund supports advocacy campaigns, awareness
raising, and citizen engagement in environmental policy and governance. It aims
to strengthen environmental law and justice; to build grassroots coalitions;
and to support media that take progressive positions on social and
environmental issues. Grants are to nonprofit charitable organizations in the
USA and internationally. The application process begins with an online letter
of inquiry.
Each month,
the Awesome Foundation makes a micro-grant of US$1,000 to an organization or
project worldwide. Projects include initiatives in a wide range of areas
including arts, technology, community development, and more. Anyone is eligible
for a grant, including individuals, groups, and organizations. Applications are
accepted on a rolling basis.
UN Women offers free online courses across many subject areas
through the global online platform for training for gender equality. Courses include the
‘2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and Gender Equality’ which is directed
to government representatives and public servants, officials from the UN
System, international organizations, academics and the general public. Courses
are self-paced and online, therefore, can be accessed anytime using a computer.
The EU’s Forest
Law Enforcement, Governance and Trade (FLEGT) Action Plan includes grants of
technical assistance to benefit government institutions and private-sector
organizations. Projects need to address the identified themes in FLEGT.
Currently, requests can be submitted from entities in VPA countries and
non-VPA countries. The VPA countries are Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Central
African Republic, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Gabon, Ghana, Liberia,
Republic of the Congo, Indonesia, Lao, Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam,
Guyana, and Honduras. Grants are up to US$55 thousand. Eligibility extends to
government institutions and non-profit organizations. Applications (English,
French, Spanish) can be submitted at any time.
Urgent Action
Fund Africa (UAF-Africa) is a rapid response fund to offer financial and
technical resources at critical moments of need to African women’s
organizations. Grants are made in five categories, including one category on
natural resources governance & climate change. The Fund aims to respond to
most urgent requests within 24 hours. Grants are up to US$12 thousand.
Applications can be submitted in five languages (English, French, Swahili,
Arabic, Portuguese) at any time.
The Violet
Jabara Trust supports organizations working in the developing countries of the
Middle East to promote sustainable economic development, as well as
reproductive health and women’s welfare. The Trust’s thematic interests include
environmental issues, among others. Priority countries are Lebanon, Jordan,
Syria, Iraq, Iran, Palestine (Occupied Territories), Yemen, Egypt and North
Africa. Countries further afield (such as the Gulf countries, Sudan, or
Afghanistan) may be considered, but will not be given priority. Eligibility for
grants extends to nonprofit groups in the USA and internationally, with
preference for small local organizations. There is no deadline for submitting
letters of inquiry.
Tools with a
Mission (TWAM) supports livelihood projects in Dem Rep Congo, Tanzania, Uganda,
Zambia, and Zimbabwe. The program ships tools and school books to registered
charities and NGOs either working in Africa or based in Africa. Organizations
can apply for different kits, including the Agricultural Tool Kit, the
Electricians Kit, and the Plumbers Tool Kit. TWAM lists the available equipment
and books on its website. There is no application deadline.
The Explorers Club, in partnership with Discovery Channel,
offers expedition grants to field researchers. Grants can be used to cover
fieldwork in biological sciences, archaeology, anthropology, paleontology,
earth sciences, ecology, and astronomy. The grant recipients have access to
Discovery’s global audience through their digital and television programming.
(Note: Grants require exclusive first opportunity to Discovery Inc. on media
coverage of your project). Pre-applications are reviewed on a monthly basis.
Save Our Species (SOS) invites proposals for Rapid Action
Grants targeting terrestrial or freshwater threatened species in continental
Sub-Saharan Africa and Madagascar. Rapid Action Grants are also open to
projects responding to threats linked to COVID-19 crisis and its consequences.
To be eligible projects should respond to emergency situations requiring rapid
action, rather than proposing programmatic action on long-standing issues.
Applicants can request grants up to €100 thousand (no matching funds required)
for projects of 12 months duration. Applications can be submitted at any time.
Applications
are now open for the Covid-19 Young Leaders Fund (CYLF). This is a programme
designed to support young leaders who are tackling the Covid-19 pandemic on the
frontlines. One Young World will prioritize initiatives which can use the funds
to impact the maximum number of people to the greatest extent. Depending on the
scale of the funding, initiatives should aim that: Funds will be used to help
1,000+ people, Funds will be used to help between 500 and 1,000 people.
Submissions of application are currently ongoing.
The Global Fund for Community Foundation (GFCF) accepts
concept notes aimed at strengthening and supporting community philanthropy
approaches. Projects may focus on mobilizing local resources and/or foster the
growth of local philanthropy for progressive social change. (Note: This may
include on or more categories of the Terra Viva Grant directory, including
environmental programs.) Grants will be in the range of US$7 thousand to
US$20 thousand. Eligibility extends to CPOs based in Africa, Asia, the Middle
East, Central and Eastern Europe, or Latin America and the Caribbean. Eligible
applicants are welcome to submit a concept note anytime.
Pennsylvania
State University (USA) announces an 8-week online course about sustainable dairy
production. The course will offer an international perspective on aspects of
dairy management such as genetics, nutrition, reproduction, etc. Target
audiences include the general public interested; professionals; livestock
producers; and educators and students. Financial aid is available to
individuals who cannot afford the course fee. Course lectures are translated into Portuguese and
Chinese. Enrolment is open. The course starts on 03
August 2020.
The
International Society for Infectious Diseases (ISID) and Pfizer Global Medical
Grants has announced a new competitive grant challenge to support programs
working on antimicrobial stewardship campaigns throughout Africa and the Middle
East. Pfizer Global Medical Grants (GMG) supports the global healthcare
community’s independent initiatives to improve patient outcomes in areas of
unmet medical need. These areas include research, quality improvement measures,
and expanded educational opportunities that align with Pfizer’s medical and
scientific strategies. They are seeking innovative quality improvement health
services and/or educational research applications that identify and evaluate
practices for successfully implementing key elements of antimicrobial
stewardship programs. Programs designed for healthcare organizations,
hospitals, tertiary care clinics, and educational settings are all
applicable. Application
ends on 04 August 2020.
The African Future Leaders Fellowship invites applications for the
online Leadership, Career & Entrepreneurship development program.
Participants receive three months online training, workshops and sessions with
professionals, capacity development, and a certificate after the completion of the training
program. Applicants must be students and citizens of an African country (Ghana,
Nigeria, Liberia, or Kenya). The application deadline is 07 August 2020.
The Canon Collins Trust seeks to support exceptional
individuals who are committed to social justice in Southern Africa. The Trust
offers 3-year scholarships for students studying justice, including politics
and the environment, among others. The value of the scholarship ranges from R20
thousand to R100 thousand. Applicants must be nationals of — or have refugee
status — in Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Swaziland, Zambia.
Deadline for applications is 10 August 2020.
The Oak Spring Garden Foundation awards Fellowships in Plant
Conservation Biology to one early-career practitioner working on issues related
to plant and landscape conservation. The award includes a US$10 thousand
individual grant and requires a 2 to 4 week stay at Oak Spring (USA). Applicants must be early-career
practitioners, scholars or scientists, not enrolled in an undergraduate degree
program in 2021. The deadline for applications is 12
August 2020.
The Oak Spring Garden Foundation awards Fellowships in Spring
Fellowship in Plant Science Research to one early-career plant scientist, with
preference given to scientists working in organismal plant biology. The award includes a US$10 thousand
individual grant and requires a 2 to 4 week stay at Oak Spring (USA).
Applicants must be early-career scientists who have completed their
undergraduate degree within the past ten years. The deadline for applications
is 12 August 2020.
The Oak Spring Garden Foundation supports
botanical artists working nationally and internationally who can create
beautiful and scientifically accurate depictions of plant species. This award
includes a US$1 thousand individual grant and a one to three week residence at
Oak Springs (USA) when spring is underway and the gardens and landscape are in
bloom. Applicants must be early-career artists not enrolled in an undergraduate
degree program in 2021. The deadline for applications is 12 August 2020.
The Oak Spring Garden Foundation hosts five
separate five-week interdisciplinary residencies. Each session is designed to
support eight artists, conservation practitioners, researchers, scholars,
scientists or writers who are pursuing work inspired by plants, gardens and
landscapes. Participants will receive a US$2 thousand individual grant and a
five week residence at Oak Springs (USA). Awardees cannot be currently enrolled
in an undergraduate degree program. The deadline for applications is 12 August 2020.
The Oak Spring Garden Foundation awards the
annual Eliza Moore Fellowship for Artistic Excellence to one early-career
artist who is developing new works that address plants, gardens, or landscapes
in the broad sense. The award includes a US$10 thousand individual grant and
requires a 2 to 4 week stay at Oak Spring (USA). Applicants must be
early-career artists not enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in 2021.
The deadline for applications is 12 August 2020.
The Chicago Zoological Society administers
conservation grants funded by the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT). The Fund’s
priority is to support projects that assist directly in the protection of
populations of threatened and endangered species; or that protect a specific
habitat that is of high biological value or that is substantially threatened
(IUCN Red List Status). Grants are up to US$5 thousand. The application
deadline for concept notes is 14 August 2020.
South Africa’s National Research Foundation (NRF) and
Department of Science and Technology (DST), in collaboration with the World
Academy of Sciences (TWAS), invite applications for the NRF-TWAS Doctoral
Fellowships. The program is open to scientists from developing countries (other
than South Africa) to enable them to pursue PhD research in the natural
sciences such as agriculture, biology, and others. The application deadline
is 14 August 2020.
The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) seeks
applications from journalist networks, media organizations, civil society
organizations, or academic institutions throughout the Asia-Pacific region.
With this call, the EJN aims to boost the quantity and quality of environmental
and climate coverage in the region. The proposed projects can focus on capacity
building activities, networking, or be used as a seed grant to build a new
environmental media startup or journalist network. Grants will be given to
organizations looking to implement projects with the maximum duration of one
year. The grant amount can range between US$5 thousand to US$15 thousand. The
application deadline is 15 August 2020.
The Society for Conservation Biology (Marine Section) supports the
Conservation Research Small Grants Program. The program provides grants of
US$750 to US$1 thousand for marine conservation research in areas of acute
need, especially for research in the developing world or for organizations with
limited access to conservation funding. Applicants must be members of the
Society for Conservation Biology and the SCB Marine Section, or join the SCB
before applying for grants. Applications are accepted annually between 1 July and 15 August.
The African Water Resources Mobility Network (AWaRMN) invites
applications for the Scholarship Mobility Program in Water Resources
Management. Candidates can study full-time study in any of the Master of
Science/ Master of Technology (MSc/MTech) academic mobility scholarship
programs of AWaRMN in any of the Higher Education Institutions within the
partnership (namely RU, UNIKIN, FUTMINNA, MU, and ENSH). AWaRMN funding will
cover tuition fees, research cost, subsistence allowance, flight ticket and visa costs, and health
insurance. To be eligible for support, applicants must be a national of an
African Union member state. Deadline for submission of application is 16 August 2020.
The Newton-Bhabha Fund offers short-term (2-4 months) PhD
placements for Indian and UK PhD scholars to spend a period of their study
at UK or Indian higher education or research institutions. Applications are
invited in STEM and life sciences in subjects including environment and food
and agriculture sciences, among others. The application deadline is 16
August 2020.
The Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund (CEPF) is
a global program that provides grants to civil society to safeguard the world’s
biodiversity hotspots. The CEPF intends to engage a consultant to develop an
innovative knowledge product that will document best practice pertaining to the
identification and mapping of areas of social and environmental importance
where “invisible” traditional communities of the Cerrado reside. The
consultancy will be conducted over a six-month period between September 2020 and March 2021.
The total amount of time for the assignment is estimated at 20 days.
Proposals can be submitted in in Portuguese or English. The closing date for
the submission of applications is 21 August 2020.
The Africa Region of the World Bank Group seeks
application for the 2021 WBG-Africa Fellowship Program for Ph.D. Students and
recent Ph.D. graduates who are Sub-Saharan nationals. Fellows will spend a
minimum of six months at the World Bank offices in Washington, D.C. or in a
Sub-Saharan country, getting hands-on experience in development work. While
benefiting from research and innovation in multiple sectors, fellows will also
work on economic policy, technical assistance, and lending for eliminating poverty
and increasing shared prosperity. Fellows will receive consultant fees, economy
class air travel, and worker’s compensation insurance. The program invites
applications from recent Ph.D. graduates, or current doctoral students, in
disciplinary fields that include agriculture, energy, and others. The deadline
to submit applications is 23 August 2020.
The TED Fellows Program provides transformational support to an
international community of visionaries who collaborate across disciplines (many
within the thematic fields of the Terra Viva Grants Directory) to create
positive change around the world. TED Fellows are chosen based on remarkable
achievement, character, and their innovative approach to solving the world’s
tough problems. Selected fellows participate in professional training and
mentoring with public relations experts, and attend regional meet-ups and
retreats for conservation and exchange of ideas. TED pays for economy airfare,
transportation, meals and shared accommodation on site. Applications are due by
24 August 2020.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announces the availability
of research funding to investigate issues related directly to the management of
white-nose syndrome (WNS) in bats. Projects funded through WNS Research Grants
have to provide critical information and resources to maximize conservation
efforts for bats and should focus on knowledge gaps in the fight against WNS.
Applicants may request between US$20 thousand and US$250 thousand in project
funding. The Service provides financial and technical assistance to
non-governmental, university, and private researchers, as well as state and
local governments, Native American tribes, and federal agencies. This funding
opportunity is open to domestic and foreign applicants. The application
deadline is 25 August 2020.
ERC Advanced Grants support ambitious research projects with
up to € 2,5 million for the duration of 5 years. Up to an additional €1 million
can be requested in exceptional cases to cover (a) eligible “start-up” costs,
(b) the purchase of major equipment, (c) access to large facilities, and/or (d)
other major experimental and field work costs. The call is open to researchers
of any nationality who intend to conduct their research activity in any EU
member state. The applicant must be an established research leader with a
recognized track record of research achievements. The call will close on 26
August 2020.
The Joke Waller-Hunter (JWH) Initiative offers grants to
advance the leadership of young individuals working for or affiliated with
environmental civil society organizations in developing and emerging countries.
JWH especially encourages the nomination of young women and local community
leaders. Grants range from €2,500 to €7,000. The next nomination deadline
is 31 August 2020.
The TWAS-BIOTEC Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme offers
fellowships to young scientists from developing countries who wish to pursue
advanced research in biotechnology. BIOTEC will provide a monthly allowance to
cover living costs, such as accommodation and food. Applicants must hold a PhD
degree and may not be older than 40 years. The deadline to apply is 31
August 2020.
The Ireland Fellows Program offers selected students the
opportunity to undertake a fully funded one-year master’s level program at a
higher education institution (HEI) in Ireland. In 2021, fellowships will be
offered for postgraduate study in agriculture, environmental science,
conservation, rural development, food science, biotechnology, tourism, and many
others. The Kader Asmal Fellowships covers tuition, economy travel,
accommodation, books, and a monthly personal living allowance. Applicants must be resident nationals of
South Africa. Submissions are due by 31 August 2020.
The International Development Research Center
(IDRC) seeks to support locally grounded in-depth evaluative and action
research to identify and scale successful solutions for achieving women’s
empowerment and gender equality in the world of work. Evaluative projects will
have a budget of up to CA$500 thousand and a duration of up to 24 months.
Action research projects will have a budget of up to CA$700 thousand and a
duration of up to 36 months. The call is open to research institutions, think
tanks, and non-governmental organizations in Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania,
and Uganda. The submission deadline for proposals is 31
August 2020.
Young Water Solutions supports young entrepreneurs to launch their
water and sanitation related social businesses. The Young Water Fellowship
provides training, seed-funding and mentorship. The workshop aims to empower
its participants to implement projects addressing water, sanitation, and
hygiene (WASH), water pollution, and water scarcity. All training costs
(flights, transportation, accommodation, meals) are covered by the
organization. To be eligible, applicants
must be 18 to 30 years old, be fluent in French, intend to stay in Senegal for
at least 1.5 years after the training and spend at least 15 hours per week to
work on their social business. The call for applications is open until 06 September 2020.
The Embassy of France in New
Zealand seeks projects that contribute to economic, social, cultural and scientific
cooperation with New Caledonia, French Polynesia, Wallis and Futuna. Projects
must fall under at least one of the following categories: fight against climate
change and risk management for natural disasters; economic and industrial
projects (feasibility study, training actions, etc.); food security (e.g.,
fishery managements, etc.). Projects must be jointly financed for at least 50%
of the total project budget. Projects have to be submitted by a New Zealand
partner and must involve at least one local project partner. The call for
application is open until 06 September 2020.
The British Ecological Society (BES) makes Outreach
Grants of up to £2 thousand to encourage the promotion of ecological science to
a wide audience. Proposals must be aimed at a non-academic audience. Awards are
open to individuals and organizations to organize ecological public engagement
events, including BES members, researchers, schools, museums, libraries and
community groups. Additionally, BES offers up to £1 thousand to members who
want to undertake public engagement activities within the UK. The application
deadline is 07 September 2020.
The British Ecological Society (BES) makes grants
for ecologists in Africa to carry out innovative ecological research.
Applicants must be scientists and citizens of a country in Africa or its
associated islands; have at least an MSc or equivalent degree; be working for a
university or research institution in Africa that provides basic research
facilities; and carry out the research in a country in Africa or its associated
islands. The maximum value of a grant is £8 thousand for research. An
additional sum up to £2 thousand may be requested to fund travel to help
grantees develop connections with other ecologists outside their usual peer
groups. The application deadline is 07 September 2020.
The British Ecological Society (BES) makes
Research Grants in support of scientific ecological research where there are
limited alternative sources of funding. Small projects can be awarded up to £5
thousand, and early-career ecologists can apply for funding up to £20 thousand.
Applicants must be members of BES, however, there are no restrictions on
nationality or residence of applicants, or where they carry out their research.
The application deadline is 07 September 2020.
TRACE and Alfred Friendly provide fellowships to
strengthen investigative journalism (including reporting on environmental
crimes, climate change and others). The program provides training seminars at
the Missouri School of Journalism in Columbia (USA). The fellowship covers all
costs of program-related international and domestic travel, health insurance
and provides a monthly stipend to cover basic living expenses. Candidates must
be between 25-35 years old and have at least three years of experience as a
journalist at a print, online or broadcast media outlet. The fellowship is open
to early-career journalists from developing countries. Complete applications must
be submitted by 16 September 2020.
The Hague Academy for Local Governance invites applications
for a practice-oriented blended course on water governance, consisting of two
parts: (1) Online Module (September-November 2020) and (2) Face-to-Face Course
in The Netherlands (November 2020 or later in 2021). Participants will receive
training and visit several Dutch examples of water projects in order to use
this knowledge to develop practical solutions for the challenges they face in
their home country. Participants are predominantly funded by their own
employer, but the program is eligible for Nuffic scholarships, which have a
separate application process and deadlines (please check carefully). The
application deadline for the course is 11 September 2020.
The Regional
Studies Association (RSA) covers issues in the fields of climate change,
energy, migration, and economic development. RSA makes grants to researchers
interested in establishing networks for research collaboration. The maximum
funding is £10 thousand for newly established networks; and £7,500 for renewing
networks. A research network must be organised and managed by active RSA
members. Networks are typically made up of individuals from different
countries, without any geographical limitation. The application deadline
is 20 September 2020.
The Young Professional Development Program (YPDP) is a two-year
program designed to prepare young professionals from OPEC Fund member countries
for a career in global development. The themes include poverty reduction,
energy and sustainable development, environment, and other related science and
technology fields. YPDP offers training, coaching and mentoring, the
opportunity to experience different departments and access to professional networks. To be selected for the
program, applicants must be 30 years of age (or younger) and hold a Master’s
degree. The deadline for applications is 21 September
2020.
Rothamsted International is a nonprofit organization to advance
sustainable agriculture in developing countries. The Rothamsted International
Fellowship Scheme aims to promote the exchange of vital agricultural research skills between
Rothamsted Research and scientist from low- to middle- income countries. The
scheme will support up to 20 fellows for 6-12 months as visiting researchers in
the UK. The deadline for applications is 28 September
2020.
The Mastercard Foundation funds economically
disadvantaged students from Sub-Saharan Africa for study at University of Cape
Town (UCT). The fields of study at UCT include different areas of sciences; and
many others. The scholarship includes comprehensive financial assistance with
visa applications, travel, tuition, living expenses, medical aid and
accommodation. These scholarships cover the full period of study and are
renewable annually. The scholarship application has to be submitted no later
than 30 September 2020.
UNU-WIDER (World Institute for Development
Economics Research) invites applications for its PhD research internships
program in Helsinki, Finland. Preference is for applicants who live or work in
developing countries, and who are in the later stages of their PhD. Program
themes in WIDER include the economics of energy, climate change, food security,
and others. UNU-WIDER provides a travel grant and a monthly stipend of €1,600
during the period of the fellowship. The next application deadline is planned
for 30 September 2020.
The Women for Africa Foundation has launched the
6th Edition of its “Science by Women” program. The program aims to promote
African women’s leadership in scientific research and technology transfer, and
to foster the capacity of the research centers in their home countries.
Thematic areas include agriculture and food security; water; energy and climate
change; and several others. Each of ten Spanish Centers of Excellence will host
one senior woman researcher for a six-month fellowship. Eligibility to apply extends
to women who are nationals of any African country, and who have a PhD, with at
least three years of postdoctoral experience. The application deadline is 30 September 2020.
Online Turf offers £500 for full time education of an
agricultural or horticultural subject field. Eligibility extends to students
enrolled full time in an agricultural or horticultural course in university or
college. The scholarship is not restricted to any nationality, but applicants
must study and reside in the UK. The submission deadline is 30
September 2020.
The Swedish Institute offers funding to Swedish universities,
for projects together with their partners in Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus,
Georgia, Moldova, Russia, and Ukraine. The aim is to strengthened capacity for
internationalization within higher education and research. The program offers
two types of project funding, Seed Funding of SEK 100-300 thousand for projects
with a duration of up to 12 months, and Collaboration Funding of up to SEK 1
million for the duration of 18 months. The main applicant to SI must represent
a Swedish university, but the application should be prepared jointly together
in the partnership. Applications can be submitted until 30
September 2020.
The MAN
Impact Accelerator seeks social entrepreneurs from Europe, South Africa, and
Brazil to tackle social and environmental challenges through innovative
solutions in the transport and logistics industry. Social businesses and
startups in the key areas agriculture, data analytics (including environmental
data), sensors, among others, are invited to apply. The program provides
indirect grants and support of up to US$50 thousand (no equity or cash) for
each startup. This also includes free access to coaches and mentors as well as
to software and data perks. The application deadline is 01 October 2020.
The Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships program
provides funding to postdoctoral applicants, both nationally and internationally,
who will positively contribute to Canada’s economic, social and research-based
growth. A total of 70 fellowships are awarded annually. Foreign citizens who
are not permanent residents of Canada may only apply if they hold their
fellowship at a Canadian institution. Applicants seek endorsement from a host
institution to apply, prepare and submit application (Note: institutions may
have internal deadlines). Fellowships of CA$70 thousand (per year) will be made
for a maximum of two years. The deadline for complete application submission is
01 October 2020.
The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships aim
to promote international exchange and research cooperation between Switzerland
and over 180 other countries. Thematic areas for post-graduate scientific
research include Agriculture, Biodiversity and Sustainability, and Poverty
Reduction, among others. Eligibility extends to young researchers from all
around the world who have completed a master’s degree or PhD. Application
deadlines vary by country (please check carefully). Prepare your application by
01 October 2020.
The Newton Mosharafa PhD Program supports
Egyptian researchers to undertake PhD studies at a UK higher education
institution. The program covers all fees and living/travel expenses. The
program supports projects in five priority areas, including sustainable water
management; renewable energy; and sustainable food production. The application
deadline is 01 October 2020.
AOS makes research grants for student and postdoctoral
research in various areas of avian biology. Applicants must be members of AOS.
Latin American students are particularly encouraged to apply for the Alexander
Wetmore Memorial Research Award for research in avian systematics,
paleo-ornithology, biogeography, and especially neotropical biology. Other AOS
grant programs may also be of international relevance. The maximum annual grant
amount is US$2.500. The applicant must be an AOS member. The deadline for
applications is 12 October 2020.
The Slovak
Agency for International Development Cooperation, in collaboration with the
Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Kyiv, has launched the Call for Proposals for
small grants provided to partners in Ukraine in the year 2020. The submitted
projects must be related to sectors of: Quality education, Good health, Good
governance and civil society building, Food safety and agriculture,
Infrastructure and sustainable use of natural resources, supporting the
creation of a market environment. The proposals must be in accordance with the
Strategy of the Slovak Republic for Development Cooperation for 2019 – 2023.
Project proposals which are not in line with the focus of this call for
proposals will not be accepted. The deadline for applications is 15 October 2020.
The International Fellowship Program in forestry hosts foresters
and other natural resource professionals from around the world for 6 months on
campus in Oregon (USA). Applicants propose research topics (e.g., urban forest
inventory, biomass supply-chain, carbon policy, forestry regulation,
conservation finance, etc.) that
include elements from their home countries and the USA’s Pacific Northwest.
Fellows also engage in professional networking and visitations. The World
Forestry Center offers fellowships that cover 50% of the program fees. The
application deadline is 15 October 2020.
The Deutsches
Museum in Munich offers scholarships to research scholars interested in working
for 6-12 months on projects involving the museum’s collections. The museum for
innovative research focuses on scientific processes and the changing cultures
of technology including Natural Sciences, such as Astronomy, Nanotechnology and
Biotechnology. Applicants have to base their projects on the collections of the
Deutsches Museum and cooperate closely with museum staff when formulating their
research proposals. The museum offers two types of scholar-in residence
stipends: Pre-doctoral stipends of €7,500 (six months) or €15 thousand (full
year); and Post-doctoral stipends of €15 thousand (six months) or €30 thousand
(full year). There are no restrictions regarding nationality. The application
deadline is 16 October 2020.
The Conservation Leadership Program (CLP) makes grants to advance
the leadership capacity of early-career conservationists in the developing
world. Grants combine research with conservation. CLP provides support to small
teams of at least three individuals. Future Conservationist Awards are up to US$15 thousand.
Follow-Up Awards and Leadership Awards are up to US$25 thousand and US$50
thousand, respectively. CLP explains each category of award; eligibility
criteria; and details on how to apply. CLP offers support to early-career
conservationists living and working in low- and middle-income economies in
Africa, Asia, the Pacific, Latin America and the Caribbean, Eastern and South-eastern
Europe and the Middle East. The application deadline is 23 October 2020.
The Earth Institute at Columbia University invites applications
for 2-year postdoctoral fellowships that contribute to understanding critical
scientific and social issues in global sustainable development. Specific areas
of research include food security, energy systems, climate change, poverty
reduction, disease, and environmental degradation. The multi-disciplinary
program is open to U.S. and non-U.S. citizens who received their doctoral
degrees within five years of beginning their appointments. The deadline for
applications is 28 October 2020.
The Seabird Group supports research, survey, and
conservation of seabirds. It awards small grants each year, with priority to
Seabird Group members working on Atlantic seabirds. The maximum grant is
usually £500 per project. Applications should be submitted by 31 October and 28/29 February each
year
The Fund supports doctoral students to collect
specimens and data in disciplines relying heavily on field studies, e.g.,
including biology, ecology, geography, and others. Applicants from the USA may
use the grants for research anywhere in the world. Applicants from other countries
must be based at an institution in the USA, or carry out their work in the USA.
The grants are up to US$5 thousand. The closing date for applications is 16 November 2020.
The British Herpetological Society (BHS) offers
small grants to current students in support of herpetological fieldwork and
other research costs. Projects which benefit species of conservation concern
are likely to be favored. The scheme is open to students and research projects
in any country, but applications from countries where funds are relatively easy
to obtain may be at a disadvantage. Applicants do not have to be BHS members,
though this is encouraged. Small grants are up to £300. The application
deadline is 01 December 2020.
The Hawk Watch Fund offers grants of US$250 to US$1000 to non-profit
hawk watch groups in the Americas. The Fund will support for volunteer-based
projects in research, monitoring, education, and conservation. Hawk Watch
Groups or non-profit organizations may submit applications. The next
application period is from 01 December
2020 through 15 February 2021.
The Chrysalis
Trust makes grants for the relief of poverty and disability, and the promotion
of access to shelter, education, healthcare, and water. The geographical scope
is locally in the North East of England; nationally in the UK; and
internationally in developing countries. Past awards include examples of
small-scale water projects and other support for local communities in
Bangladesh, Zambia, Kenya, Syria, and elsewhere. Most grants are under £10
thousand. Grants are made to UK charities and international charities
registered in the UK.
The application deadlines are 15 May and 15 December of each year.
The Institute of Current World Affairs (ICWA)
makes grants to support Fellows who carry out self-designed independent studies
for a minimum of two years in the developing world. Fellows must hold the
promise of enriching public life in the United States by enhancing the
understanding of foreign countries, cultures and trends, therefore candidates
must show strong and credible ties to US society. Submission on the topics
environment, climate change, sustainability and conservation are especially
encouraged. Candidates who seek fellowships may reside in any developing
country. Applications are due 15 December 2020.
The UK National Research Foundation (NRF) accepts
applications for NRF Postgraduate Student Funding to enable South African
citizens to pursue studies in all areas of Science, Engineering, Technology,
Social Sciences, and Humanities. Scholarships are intended to support either
financially needy (i.e., those whose combined household family income is less
or equal to R350 thousand per annum), living with a disability or exceptional
academic achievers. Successful applicants will be funded either at full cost
study or partial cost of study. The closing date for applications is 18 December 2020.
Right Sharing of World Resources (RSWR) makes seed grants to
support income-generating projects led by women. RSWR’s current priorities are
grassroots organizations selected states and districts of India; Quaker groups
in Kenya and Sierra Leone. Projects include many in the production and sale of
fruits and vegetables; meat and milk; grain crops; fish; fuelwood; and other enterprises associated with small-scale
agriculture and rural livelihoods. Grants are usually up to a maximum US$5,500
per year (but many are considerably smaller), for a maximum of five years. The
next application deadline is 31 December 2020. (However,
RSWR recommends earlier submissions of at least a month prior to the deadline
to allow time for revisions.
Applications
are now open for the Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation 2020 grants program. The
Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation grant is one of the most prestigious grants
available to emerging figurative artists, as well as one of the most
substantial. It is one of the longest standing, with an illustrious history of
recipients spanning more than half a century. It is also unique in its scope;
in that it is available to students and artists around the world. The
application deadline is 31 December 2020.
Candidates
who are interested in conducting postdoctoral research at the Jacob Blaustein
Institutes for Desert Research in Israel are invited to apply for fellowships.
Research topics include desert ecology, solar energy, environmental physics,
architecture, and urban planning, rainfed and irrigated agriculture, hydrology,
aquaculture, environmental microbiology, desalination and water treatment, and
biotechnology. The current value of the BCSC fellowship is US$25 thousand.
Candidates should first select a topic of interest and identify a prospective supervisor. Applications
are open worldwide. The application deadline is 03
March 2021.
The American
Museum of Natural History sponsors a number of research grants and student
exchange fellowships. Unless otherwise noted, there are no restrictions by
nationality or country of residence. The Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Grants
support early-career researchers for research in any phase of wildlife
conservation or related fields of North American fauna, defined as fauna north
of the Isthmus of Panama, including the Caribbean. The Lerner-Gray grants
support research in marine biology at the museum in New York, or in the field.
The Collection Study Grants enable early-career research scientists to study
scientific collections at the museum in New York. Grant support ranges from
US$500 to US$3,500. The application deadline for Theodore Roosevelt Memorial
Grants is 16 February 2021; the deadline for Lerner-Gray Grants is 14
March 2021; the deadline for Collection Study Grants is 01 May 2021.
AWARDS and O T H E R
Kaya is
currently seeking applications for the child protection course. This module is
suitable for humanitarians of any level of seniority, of either technical or
non-technical background, who want to learn the basics about child protection,
and about UNICEF's child protection work. Welcome to the Introduction to child
protection course. Protecting children from violence, exploitation and abuse is
at the core of UNICEF's mandate. This online self-study course describes what
the UNICEF Child Protection programme does and why it’s important. Submission
of Proposals are ongoing
The Core
Humanitarian Standard on Quality and Accountability (CHS) tells organizations
and individuals how to ensure they deliver quality, effective and accountable
humanitarian responses. This course will help you to understand and apply the
Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS), and in doing so improve the quality,
accountability and effectiveness of humanitarian responses. The CHS contains
Nine Commitments, which are explained in this e-Learning course. Each
commitment includes key actions and organizational responsibilities ("what
you should be doing") and indicators ("are you doing it
right?"). This e-learning module introduces the CHS. Even if you do not
work for a humanitarian organization or are not involved in programme delivery,
it is useful for everyone to know about the Nine Commitments, as it will help
you to understand why humanitarian organizations act in certain ways. The course
was developed in partnership with the CHS Alliance, the Sphere Project, Groupe
URD and IECAH. This module is suitable for humanitarians of all levels, and for
others who are interested in an overview of the Core Humanitarian Standard.
Kaya is currently seeking applications
for the Core Humanitarian Standard Course.
The School
Enterprise Challenge is an international business program for schools run by
the educational charity Teach A Man To Fish. It guides and supports teachers
and students to plan and set up real, sustainable school businesses and
generate real profits to help support their school or a social cause of their
choice. Thematic areas include agriculture, drinking water and sanitation, and
the environment, among others. Prizes are between US$250 and US$5 thousand,
including in-kind donations like laptops and cameras. Please note that only
pre-primary schools, primary schools, secondary schools and
technical/vocational colleges are eligible (universities are not eligible to
apply). The deadlines for project submission are 20
February, 20 May, 20 August, and 20 November 2020.
Are you a
startup addressing justice problems and want to grow into an impactful
business? Do you want to be part of the unique ecosystem of justice innovators?
If yes, then HiiL is looking for YOU! The Innovating Justice Challenge invites
all startups that are transforming the justice sector to become part of 2020
accelerator cohort. Since 2011, They have successfully funded, trained and
scaled over 110 startups globally. They are the only accelerator world-wide
dedicated to justice and SDG16. Proposals can be submitted until 05 August 2020.
The World
Food Programme is accepting applications for its Innovation Accelerator
Programme. The WFP Innovation Accelerator sources, supports and scales
high-potential solutions to hunger worldwide. They provide WFP staff,
entrepreneurs, start-ups, companies and non-governmental organizations with
access to funding, mentorship, hands-on support and WFP operations.
Applications ends on 07 August 2020.
The Monetary
Authority of Singapore (MAS) has launched the MAS Global FinTech Innovation
Challenge which seeks to identify and recognize ground-breaking solutions that
can enable the financial sector to respond to two pressing global challenges of
today - COVID-19 and climate change. The MAS Global FinTech Innovation
Challenge comprises of 2 distinct competitions - MAS FinTech Awards and MAS
Global FinTech Hackcelerator with a total cash prize of $1,750,000.
Applications for nominations ends 07 August 2020.
The SEAMEO-Japan Education for Sustainable Development Award
invites applications for projects or initiatives related to plastic waste
management practices in schools and communities. The entry should demonstrate
how the school’s program transforms the community, reduces plastic usage, or
cleans the ecosystem of the community. Any public and private kindergarten,
elementary schools, secondary school, vocational or technical school in Brunei
Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines,
Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Vietnam is invited to apply. The winner
receives US$1,500 and a study tour for four to six people to Japan. The
deadline for submissions is 14 August 2020.
The SEAMEO-Japan Education for Sustainable Development Award
invites applications for projects or initiatives related to plastic waste
management practices in schools and communities. The entry should demonstrate
how the school’s program transforms the community, reduces plastic usage, or
cleans the ecosystem of the community. Any public and private kindergarten,
elementary schools, secondary school, vocational or technical school in Brunei
Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines,
Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Vietnam is invited to apply. The winner
receives US$1,500 and a study tour for four to six people to Japan. The
deadline for submissions is 14 August 2020.
The Africa Energy Generation Prize rewards young Africans who have
an innovative project or idea in the energy, health, or agribusiness
sector. Winners will have the chance to enroll in a free 2-year training
program at one of three Energy Generation Business Schools and receive capacity
development training which will allows them to transform their innovative idea
into a viable startup.
Applicants must prepare and submit two videos: a presentation video of the
candidate (2 minutes) and a video presenting the innovative project (5
minutes). Eligibility extends to young African innovators. The applications deadline
is 15 August 2020.
The Indigenous Peoples Awards recognize the
efforts and the achievements of development projects that successfully engage
with indigenous peoples or ethnic minorities living in rural areas. The awarded
projects will gain visibility and recognition throughout IFAD and its network
of partners. The deadline is 20 August 2020.
The Emissions
Reduction Alberta (ERA) has launched its new $40 million Food, Farming, and
Forestry Challenge to accelerate innovation in support of long-term
competitiveness and stimulate growth in the critically important agriculture,
agri-food, fibre, and forestry sectors. It provides near-term capital to
innovators in these critical Alberta industries, while also identifying
opportunities and solutions for longer term economic recovery, investment
attraction, job creation, and emissions reduction. ERA’s $40 million Food,
Farming, and Forestry Challenge is well-aligned with current and future funding
programs through the Agriculture Funding Consortium (AFC) and the Canadian
Agri-Food Automation and Intelligence Network (CAAIN). The application deadline is 27 August 2020.
The Hawk Conservancy Trust supports early-career
researchers working in projects focused on conservation and/or research of
birds of prey. The maximum award amount is £1,000. Preference will be given to
those applying for support for fieldwork, conference fees to present work, or
travel costs (for fieldwork or conference attendance). Applications close on 31 August 2020.
The Future for Nature Award aims to stimulate a new
generation of nature conservation leaders. The award is made to candidates of
any nationality or residence, not older than age 35, who have achieved
substantial and long-term benefit to the conservation status of one or more
animal and/or plant species, or that of a specific population. Work related to
the conservation and protection of endangered species is a priority. The award
is made to individuals, not organizations. Each of three award winners will be
given a cash prize and a sculpture. The winners are expected to invest their
prize of €50 thousand in a conservation project of their own choice. The
application deadline is 15 September 2020.
The United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) invites
submissions for a global contest on flora and fauna in the time of COVID-19 in
support of the restoration of ecosystems. UNECE seeks submissions under the
theme “Humans Locked Down, Nature Unlocked”. Photographs may show animals walking through deserted
cities, ducks and dolphins reappearing in canals and nearing shores, birds settling in gardens,
butterflies flying undisturbed, plants growing in the cracks of empty streets,
etc. Each individual can submit a maximum of 3 photographs. The submitted
photographs may appear in a web-based gallery and will be promoted by the
United Nations. The best 13 photographs will be used to illustrate a 2021
calendar of the United Nations. Photos can be submitted until 15 September 2020.
International Development Research Center (IDRC)
makes research awards to citizens and permanent residents of Canada, and to
citizens of developing countries. The award provides for a one-year paid
program of research in addition to hands-on experience in research management,
grant administration, and the use of knowledge from an international
perspective. Six positions are available at IDRC’s head office in Ottawa
(Canada). Program areas include climate resilience and sustainable food
systems; and several others. Applicants should be enrolled, or have previously
completed, their masters or doctoral degrees at recognized universities. IDRC
identifies countries not eligible for awards, as well as countries requiring
prior approval. The deadline for applications (English, French) is 16 September 2020.
The Ernest du Bois Prize offers €20 thousand for doctoral
studies on the theme of water availability. The awards are made to young
students and engineers who are carrying out research on the theme of water and
its availability — including issues of protecting reserves, managing pollution,
developing processing techniques, and others. Applications need to be submitted
in French or Dutch, even though the doctoral research itself may be written in
English. The application deadline is 28 September 2020.
The Ernest du Bois Prize offers €20 thousand for doctoral
studies on the theme of water availability. The awards are made to young
students and engineers who are carrying out research on the theme of water and its
availability — including issues of protecting reserves, managing pollution,
developing processing techniques, and others. Applications need to be submitted
in French or Dutch, even though the doctoral research itself may be written in
English. The application deadline is 28 September 2020.
The Stockholm Water Prize is awarded annually for outstanding
achievements supporting the availability, conservation, and protection of the
world’s water resources. The award is open to individuals and organizations of
any nationality whose work contributes broadly to the conservation and
protection of water resources. The Stockholm Water Prize consists of an award
of US$150 thousand and a crystal sculpture. The deadline for nominations
is 30 September 2020.
The World Climate Research Programme and the
Global Climate Observing System invite nominations for the WCRP/GCOS
International Data Prize. The prize will be awarded to an early- to mid-career
researcher for outstanding contributions to the Earth system science community.
The prize honors achievements in data collection for climate change research.
Candidates should be within the first ten years of their career, as measured by
receipt of a PhD or equivalent highest qualification. The prize encompasses a certificate,
as well as funding for the recipient to present at a major conference or
meeting of her/his choice. The deadline for nominations is 30 September 2020.
With funding provided by Japan, the Global Development Awards
Competition has been active since year 2000. The Japanese Award for Outstanding
Research on Development identifies outstanding research proposals submitted by
researchers from developing countries whose proposals hold the greatest promise
for improving our understanding of development issues and puts forth policy
implications to address relevant development problems. In 2020, three projects on the topic ‘Unpacking the
health-environment-economic well-being nexus’ will receive research awards.
Prizes are up to US$45 thousand. The first prize winner will receive a grant of
US$ 30 thousand. The second prize and third prize winners will receive a grant
of US$ 10 thousand and US$ 5 thousand respectively. The application deadline is
30 September 2020.
Grinnell College invites nominations for the 2021
Grinnell Prize. The Grinnell Prize of US$50 thousand will be awarded to
individuals who show creativity, commitment, and extraordinary accomplishment
in effecting positive social change. Past nominations have spanned a diversity
of social issues related to agriculture and hunger relief, conservation and
environment, and many other thematic areas. Nominees may be nationals of any
country who have earned a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) between 2005 and
2021. Nominees must be nominated by a third party. The closing date for nominations
is 30 September 2020.
The Khwarizmi International Award recognizes outstanding
scientific achievements made by researchers, inventors, and innovators from all
over the world. The disciplinary fields include Agriculture, Natural Resources,
Animal Sciences & Veterinary Medicine, Biotechnology, Green Technologies,
among others. The deadline for submission is 01
November 2020.
The Stop
Slavery Award recognizes and celebrates those dedicated to the fight against
all forms of modern slavery and human trafficking. The Thomson Reuters Foundation
launched the Stop Slavery Award in 2015 to recognize companies who can be
considered "best-in-class" based on the policies and the processes
they have in place to limit the risk of slavery in their supply chain and
operations, as well as the role they are playing as key agents in the global
fight against slavery. The
application deadline is 30
November 2020.
Nominations are open for the 2020 Arab Gulf Programme for
Development (AGFUND) International Prize. The subject of the 2020 Prince Talal
International Prize is “Eliminating Hunger, Providing Food Security and
Improved Nutrition, and Promoting Sustainable Agriculture”. Projects should highlight
best practices which aim to improve the living conditions of the poor and
disadvantaged with particular emphasis on women and children. The winners
receive between US$400 thousand and US$100 thousand (depending on their
category). Eligibility extends to UN Development Agencies, NGOs, government
ministries, public institutions, social business enterprises and individuals.
There are no geographical restrictions. Nominations are accepted until 15 December 2020.
The Prince
Sultan Bin Abdulaziz International Prize for Water (PSIPW) is an award focusing
on water-related scientific innovation from around the world. The 10th cycle of
the Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz International Prize for Water consists of one
creativity prize and four specialized prizes. The Creativity Prize of US$266
thousand is made for pioneering and innovative research in any water-related
field. The four specialized prizes are worth US$133 thousand each and are made
for research in surface water; groundwater; alternative water (e.g.,
desalinization, wastewater treatment, etc.); and water management and
protection. Candidates for the Creativity Prize are identified through external
nominations. Candidates for the specialized prizes can self-nominate. The
deadline for nominations is 31 December 2020.
The Sony World Photography Awards, one of the
world’s leading photography competitions, recognizes the best single images
from across 10 diverse categories, including ‘Landscape’ and ‘Natural World
& Wildlife’. The overall winner in the Open Competition will receive US$5
thousand plus photography equipment. The closing date for entries is 07 January 2021.
The Olam Prize for Innovation in Food Security, in partnership
with Agropolis Fondation, honors and offers financial support to an outstanding
research project for its potential impact on the availability, affordability,
accessibility, or adequacy of food. Olam invites applications from research
projects in plant science, soil science, nutritional science, agricultural
sciences, and any other field of scientific research impacting food security,
focused on any part of the agricultural supply chain. The winning research
project will receive US$75 thousand in unrestricted funding to support further
development of the research project. The deadline for applications is 11 January 2021.
The Garden Club of America (GCA) offers several grants, prizes,
and fellowships for students enrolled at universities in the USA, including
some awards that have a tropical focus. The GCA Awards in Tropical Botany are
open to PhD candidates (application deadline is 15
January). The Anne Chatham Fellowship in Medicinal Botany is open to PhD
students and recent PhD graduates
(deadline is 31 January). The Lou McCandless
Marks Scholarship in Tropical Horticulture is restricted to U.S. citizens who
are graduate students or advanced undergraduate students (deadline is 01 February). Applicants should review all
programs, criteria, and deadlines.
The Royal Geographical Society invites applications for the
Gilchrist Fieldwork Award. The aim of the award is to support a challenging
overseas fieldwork projects carried out by a team of university academics and
researchers. The team should comprise up to 10 members, the majority of whom
should be British. Previous winning themes include climate change, ecosystem
function, climate science and ocean circulation. The biennial award offers £15
thousand. The deadline for applications is 22 February
2021.
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