Call for proposals – 2.0 April 2026
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| Name of call | Call for Proposals: Africa-Europe Spaces of Culture 2026 |
| Funding agency | EUNIC |
| Amount | EUR 50,000 |
| Deadline | 21 June 2026 |
| Grant summary | The call supports contemporary and innovative projects in areas including the arts, creative industries, digitalisation, education, gender, heritage, human rights, social inclusion, sports, sustainability, tourism, youth, and more. Projects should reflect the principles of cultural relations, including co-creation, dialogue, mutual listening, and joint capacity building among all partners. |
| Link | https://europeanspacesofculture.eu/news/africa-europe-spaces-of-culture-2026 |
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| Name of call | Strategic Nature and Integrated Projects – SIP Environment |
| Funding agency | European Commission |
| Amount | €600 million |
| Deadline | 3 Sep 2026 |
| Grant summary | On 21 April, the European Commission launched the LIFE Programme Calls for proposals 2026. This year, more than €600 million is available to support projects in the areas of nature conservation, environmental protection, climate action, and the clean energy transition. |
| Link | https://cinea.ec.europa.eu/funding-opportunities/calls-proposals/strategic-nature-and-integrated-projects-sip-environment-1_en |
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| Name of call | MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026 |
| Funding agency | Horizon Europe (2021 – 2027) |
| Amount | EUR 399,050,260 |
| Deadline | Sep 9, 2026 |
| Grant summary | Applicants are a single beneficiary (mono-beneficiary) legal entity established in an EU Member State or a Horizon Europe Associated Country (or, for proposals in Euratom research areas, in an EU Member State or a country associated to the Euratom Research and Training Programme. |
| Link | https://www.developmentaid.org/grants/view/1584707/msca-postdoctoral-fellowships-2026 |
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| Name of call | RFAs: The Plant Science Research Fellowship Program |
| Funding agency | The Oak Spring Garden Foundation |
| Amount | USD 10,000 |
| Deadline | 31-May-2026 |
| Grant summary | The Plant Science Research Fellowship supports independent research and writing in plant science, particularly in organismal plant biology. The programme promotes scholarly engagement with plants, landscapes, and sustainable land management while fostering dialogue about the cultural, historical, and ecological significance of plants. |
| Link | https://www2.fundsforngos.org/research/rfas-the-plant-science-research-fellowship-program/ |
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| Name of call | The Conservation, Food and Health Foundation |
| Funding agency | GMA Foundations |
| Amount | $25,000-$50,000 per year range |
| Deadline | June 15, 2026 |
| Grant summary | The Foundation funds applied research, pilot projects, new initiatives, training, and technical assistance, rather than ongoing support for programs that are already well underway. An important goal for the Foundation is to provide seed money to help promising projects, organizations, and individuals develop the track record they need to attract major foundation funding in the future. |
| Link | https://cfhfoundation.grantsmanagement08.com/ |
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| Name of call | Prof. Dominic Kwiatkowski Fellowship |
| Funding agency | Professor Kwiatkowski |
| Amount | $20,000 |
| Deadline | May 27, 2026 |
| Grant summary | This initiative commemorates Professor Kwiatkowski’s legacy and aims to foster the next generation of researchers dedicated to combating malaria in endemic regions. Each recipient of the Kwiatkowski Fellowship will receive $20,000 US designated to advance their research project. |
| Link | https://www.astmh.org/awards-fellowships-medals/professor-dominic-kwiatkowski-fellowship |
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| Name of call | Pre-Doctoral and Post-Doctoral Fellowship Grant Program |
| Funding agency | ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation. |
| Amount | $300,000 |
| Deadline | 08-Jun-2026 |
| Grant summary | The Pre-Doctoral and Post-Doctoral Fellowship Grant Program provides up to $300,000 over three years to support researchers focused on DIPG (Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma). Fellowships fund research time, foster mentorship, and encourage publication and data sharing to advance understanding, treatment, and potential cures for this rare paediatric brain cancer. |
| Link | https://www2.fundsforngos.org/research/pre-doctoral-and-post-doctoral-fellowship-grant-program/ |
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| Name of call | Call for National Research Teams: Digital Public Infrastructure Inclusivity Measurement. |
| Funding agency | The Global Development Network (GDN) |
| Amount | Unspecified |
| Deadline | May 15, 2026 |
| Grant summary | The programme focuses on assessing how inclusive existing DPI systems are, identifying who is reached and who is excluded, understanding the reasons behind exclusion, implementing a structured comparative quantitative survey, conducting participatory research through deep-dive studies, generating evidence for policy discussions, and contributing to national and global debates on inclusive digital systems. Digital Public Infrastructure, including systems such as digital identity and digital payments, is increasingly central to government efforts aimed at improving service delivery, financial inclusion, and economic growth. However, despite rapid expansion, there remains limited evidence on the real-world socioeconomic impacts of these systems, particularly on vulnerable and marginalized populations in the Global South. This initiative seeks to address this gap by supporting locally grounded research that can generate actionable insights. |
| Link | https://www.developmentaid.org/grants/view/1633515/call-for-national-research-teams-digital-public-infrastructure-inclusivity-measurement |
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| Name of call | RFAs: The Plant Science Research Fellowship Program |
| Funding agency | The Oak Spring Garden Foundation |
| Amount | USD 10,000 |
| Deadline | 31-May-2026 |
| Grant summary | The Plant Science Research Fellowship supports independent research and writing in plant science, particularly in organismal plant biology. The programme promotes scholarly engagement with plants, landscapes, and sustainable land management while fostering dialogue about the cultural, historical, and ecological significance of plants. |
| Link | https://www2.fundsforngos.org/research/rfas-the-plant-science-research-fellowship-program/ |
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| Name of call | Nominations open for Women in Technology Award |
| Funding agency | The Women in Technology |
| Amount | $250,000 |
| Deadline | 05-Jun-2026 |
| Grant summary | The Women in Technology Award 2026 celebrates early- and mid-career women driving technological innovation with societal and environmental impact. Winners receive $250,000, global recognition, and networking opportunities to advance their research and inspire the next generation of women in technology. |
| Link | https://www2.fundsforngos.org/science/nominations-open-for-women-in-technology-award/ |
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| Name of call | U.S.-Kenya Freedom 250 Tech and Innovation Exchange |
| Funding agency | United States Department of State (USA) |
| Amount | USD 3,300,000 |
| Deadline | May 29, 2026 |
| Grant summary | Implement the Freedom 250 Tech and Innovation Exchange to strengthen U.S.–Kenya universities. U.S.-Kenya Freedom 250 Tech and Innovation Exchange Funding Agency: Department of State Agency: U.S. Mission to Kenya Assistance Listings: 19.989 — State/African Regional – Other Economic Support Funds (ESF) Projects/Programs |
| Link | https://www.developmentaid.org/grants/view/1636098/us-kenya-freedom-250-tech-and-innovation-exchange |
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| Name of call | Apply for Imminent Language Technology Grant Program |
| Funding agency | Other Foundation |
| Amount | USD 100,000 |
| Deadline | Oct 31, 2026 |
| Grant summary | Apply for Imminent Language Technology Grant ProgramImminent invites innovators worldwide to apply for its annual funding program supporting cutting-edge research in language technology and services. The focus areas of this grant include language economic. |
| Link | https://www.developmentaid.org/grants/view/1635905/apply-for-imminent-language-technology-grant-program |
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| Name of call | 2026 Call for Research Proposals on HIV Cure |
| Funding agency | Nonprofit organization |
| Amount | EUR 1,500,000 |
| Deadline | May 10, 2026 |
| Grant summary | 2026 Call for Research Proposals on HIV CureSidaction and Aidsfonds has announced a new call for research proposals aimed at advancing strategies for an HIV cure or remission. The focus areas for this call include exploring mechanisms to target the viral. |
| Link | https://www.developmentaid.org/grants/view/1637867/2026-call-for-research-proposals-on-hiv-cure |
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| Name of call | Submit Applications for Forest Conservation Fund Grant Opportunity |
| Funding agency | Nonprofit organization |
| Amount | Unspecified |
| Deadline | Jun 21, 2026 |
| Grant summary | Submit Applications for Forest Conservation Fund Grant Opportunity The Forest Conservation Fund (FCF) provides financial support to eligible organisations and individuals engaged in the protection, management, and restoration of natural forest areas. |
| Link | https://www.developmentaid.org/grants/view/1635919/submit-applications-for-forest-conservation-fund-grant-opportunity |
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| Name of call | Wellcome Discovery Awards |
| Funding agency | The Wellcome Discovery |
| Amount | £3.5 million |
| Deadline | 22-Sep-2026 |
| Grant Summary | The Wellcome Discovery Awards by Wellcome Trust provide major funding (averaging £3.5 million) to support ambitious, long-term research that advances understanding of human life, health, and wellbeing. Open to established researchers and multidisciplinary teams, the program funds bold, innovative projects across disciplines. Awards can last up to 8 years, enabling transformative scientific breakthroughs. |
| Link | https://www2.fundsforngos.org/individuals/submissions-open-wellcome-discovery-awards/ |
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| Name of the call | Infectious Disease Clinical Trial Development Grant Programme |
| Funding agency | The Wellcome |
| Amount | £200,000 |
| Deadline | 19-May-2026 |
| Grant summary | The Infectious Disease Clinical Trial Development Grant Programme funds early-stage clinical trial development research for infectious diseases in LMIC settings. Its goal is to help research teams design and prepare high-quality, scalable clinical trial concepts that can improve the use of licensed interventions in real-world settings. |
| Link | https://www2.fundsforngos.org/innovation/infectious-disease-clinical-trial-development-grant-programme/ |
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| Name of Call | Open Call 1 Supporting Research and Technology Innovation (Africa) |
| Funding agency | The FCI4Africa |
| Amount | €400,000 |
| Deadline | 30-Jun-2026 |
| Grant summary | The FCI4Africa Open Call 1 (OC1) provides up to €50,000 funding per project to support research and technology stakeholders developing innovative tools and solutions. With a total budget of €400,000, the call funds 8 single-applicant sub-projects focused on improving business models, datasets, and technological frameworks. The program aims to accelerate innovation, testing, and validation within the FCI4Africa project ecosystem. |
| Link | https://www2.fundsforngos.org/innovation/open-call-1-supporting-research-and-technology-innovation-africa/ |
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| Name of call | Open Call 1 Supporting Research and Technology Innovation (Africa) |
| Funding agency | The FCI4Africa |
| Amount | €50,000 |
| Deadline | 30-Jun-2026 |
| Grant summary | The FCI4Africa Open Call 1 (OC1) is a strategic funding opportunity for research and technology stakeholders to develop and validate innovative solutions. By supporting focused sub-projects with strong data and technological outputs, the program plays a vital role in advancing innovation ecosystems and research impact across Africa. |
| Link | https://www2.fundsforngos.org/innovation/open-call-1-supporting-research-and-technology-innovation-africa/ |
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| Name of call | Funding Opportunity: Freedom 250 Tech and Innovation Exchange (Kenya) |
| Funding agency | Grants.gov |
| Amount | $3.3 million |
| Deadline | 29-May-2026 |
| Grant summary | The Freedom 250 Tech and Innovation Exchange is a U.S. government-funded international exchange program focused on science, technology, engineering, and innovation (STEMI) collaboration between the United States and Kenya. |
| Link | https://www2.fundsforngos.org/innovation/funding-opportunity-freedom-250-tech-and-innovation-exchange-kenya/ |
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| Name of call | Internet Society Foundation announces Research Grant Program |
| Funding agency | The Internet Society Foundation |
| Amount | US$200,000 to US$500,000 |
| Deadline | 22-May-2026 |
| Grant summary | The Internet Society Foundation Research Grant Program, offered by the Internet Society Foundation, funds high-impact research projects that improve understanding of the Internet and its role in society. The programme prioritizes applied research, open knowledge sharing, and real-world impact, supporting solutions that influence policy, technology, and global digital development. |
| Link | https://www2.fundsforngos.org/innovation/internet-society-foundation-announces-research-grant-program/ |
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| Name of the call | Call for National Research Teams: Digital Public Infrastructure Inclusivity Measurement |
| Funding agency | The Global Development Network |
| Amount | USD 50,000, |
| Deadline | 15-May-2026 |
| Grant summary | The GDN call for national research teams is a strong opportunity for institutions working in digital governance, public policy, development research, and financial inclusion. With up to USD 50,000 in funding, a clear focus on DPI inclusivity, and strong emphasis on policy impact, this programme is ideal for teams that can generate practical evidence on how digital systems can become more inclusive and equitable. |
| Link | https://www2.fundsforngos.org/construction/call-for-national-research-teams-digital-public-infrastructure-inclusivity-measurement/ |
| Name of call | Grants to Strengthen Gender-Responsive Teacher Development initiative |
| Funding agency | The Gender-Responsive Pedagogy |
| Amount | €40,000 |
| Deadline | 29-May-2026 |
| Grant summary | This funding opportunity supports organisations working in Sub-Saharan Africa to scale gender-responsive pedagogy (GRP) in teacher professional development. The initiative focuses on overcoming systemic barriers that limit the sustainable expansion of gender-transformative education programmes. |
| Link | https://www2.fundsforngos.org/education-2/grants-to-strengthen-gender-responsive-teacher-development-initiative/ |
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| Name of call | Driving Innovation for Impact: Stage 3: Scale |
| Funding agency | Nonprofit organization |
| Amount | Unspecified |
| Deadline | Ongoing |
| Grant Summary | Driving Innovation for Impact: A Guide to the 2026 DIV Fund and How to Apply The DIV Fund (Development Innovation Ventures Fund) serves as a global R&D engine for development, backing bold innovations that aim to improve millions of lives in a cost. |
| Link | https://www.bing.com/search?q=latest+calls+for+proposal+2026&gs_lcrp=EgRlZGdlKgc |
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| Name of Call | PTES Conservation Insight Grant Programme |
| Funding agency | The PTES Conservation Insight |
| Amount | £20,000 per project |
| Deadline | 28-May-2026 |
| Grant summary | The PTES Conservation Insight Grant Programme supports applied conservation research that produces actionable scientific evidence for protecting endangered species. The programme is designed to bridge the gap between scientific research and real-world conservation outcomes. |
| Link | https://www2.fundsforngos.org/individuals/apply-for-ptes-conservation-insight-grant-programme/ |
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| Name of call | Japanese Award for Development Research |
| Funding agency | The Japanese Award |
| Amount | US$60,000 |
| Deadline | 17-Jun-2026 |
| Grant summary | The Japanese Award supports outstanding research from low- and middle-income countries that uses science, technology, and innovation (STI) to address development challenges and promote peace and human security. The programme funds policy-relevant research with strong development impact potential and provides mentorship from academic experts. |
| Link | https://www2.fundsforngos.org/innovation/apply-now-japanese-award-for-development-research/ |
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| Name of the call | Open Call for Scaling Sustainable Agricultural Solutions |
| Funding agency | The PRIMARY |
| Amount | €150,000 |
| Deadline | 08-Jun-2026 |
| Grant summary | The PRIMARY Open Call is accepting applications from 2–3 partner consortia in Europe for grants to validate, adapt, and scale sustainable agricultural solutions. The programme supports projects focused on agricultural waste valorisation, real-world testing, and building profitable value chains from underused agricultural feedstocks. |
| Link | https://www2.fundsforngos.org/agriculture-food-nutrition/open-call-for-scaling-sustainable-agricultural-solutions/ |
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| Name of the call | Research Grants for Health, Food, and Natural Medicine |
| Funding agency | Ekhagastiftelsen |
| Amount | Not mentioned |
| Deadline | 20-May-26 |
| Grant summary | Ekhagastiftelsen funds research and development projects that improve public health through healthier food, organic agriculture, nutrition, natural medicine, complementary healing, and healthier lifestyles. The foundation accepts applications globally from universities, research institutes, foundations, associations, companies, and individuals, with a strong focus on preventive health rather than reactive care. |
| Link | https://www2.fundsforngos.org/individuals/research-grants-for-health-food-and-natural-medicine/ |
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| Name of the call | Apply for Early-Career Research Fellowship Program |
| Funding agency | The (ARUA) African Research Universities Alliance |
| Amount | $2,000 monthly stipend |
| Deadline | 15-Jul-2026 |
| Grant summary | The ARUA Early-Career Research Fellowship is a transformative opportunity for African researchers to advance their careers and contribute to impactful research. By providing funding, collaboration opportunities, and institutional support, the program plays a critical role in strengthening Africa’s research capacity and global academic presence. |
| Link | https://www2.fundsforngos.org/innovation/apply-for-early-career-research-fellowship-program/ |
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| Name of the call | Apply for Imminent Language Technology Grant Program |
| Funding agency | The Imminent |
| Amount | $100,000 annually to support five projects |
| Deadline | 31-Oct-2026 |
| Grant summary | The Imminent funding program is an international initiative supporting innovation in language technology and multilingual communication systems. Its goal is to reduce language barriers and improve global communication through research and applied innovation. It funds projects that advance translation technologies, language science, and human–machine interaction. |
| Link | https://www2.fundsforngos.org/science/apply-for-imminent-language-technology-grant-program/ |
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| Name of the call | Applications open for OBEL Teaching Fellowship Program |
| Funding agency | the OBEL Foundation |
| Amount | €75,000 |
| Deadline | 01-Aug-2026 |
| Grant summary | The OBEL Teaching Fellowship Program invites global applicants to partner with accredited academic institutions to create and teach new architecture courses focused on transformative architectural practices |
| Link | https://www2.fundsforngos.org/education/applications-open-for-obel-teaching-fellowship-program/ |