The European Commission (EC) aims to promote capacity development of local civil society in the Pacific Island Countries. The action aims to contribute to contribute to the achievement of the following SDGs: 1 (No Poverty), 5 (Gender Equality),6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), 8 (Decent work and economic growth), 10 (Reduced inequalities), 13 (Climate Action) and 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions). Applicants may request between €150 thousand to €600 thousand in project funding. Eligibility extends to non-profit organizations. The deadline for submission of concept notes is 13 June 2023. More information
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U.S. African Development Foundation — Financing for Agriculture
The U.S. African Development Foundation (USADF) invites applications from registered African agricultural cooperatives and enterprises for grant financing. Grants will support solutions that increase revenues, create jobs, improve farmer incomes, and achieve sustainable market-based growth. USADF accepts applications in Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cote d’Ivoire, DRC, Liberia, Malawi, Mauritania, Niger, Senegal, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia. Applicants can request no more than US$250 thousand. The application deadline is 30 June 2023. More
Ocean Risk and Resilience Action Alliance — Blue Planet Fund
The Ocean Risk and Resilience Action Alliance (ORRAA) invites proposals for financial support to accelerate research and modeling on ocean risk and resilience. The Blue Planet Fund supports developing countries to protect the marine environment and reduce poverty. Pilot grants (US$50 thousand – US$150 thousand) are tailored for organizations to test and pilot innovative solutions. Project grants (US$150 thousand – US$500 thousand) are tailored for organizations to pilot innovative solutions and scale up and replicate proven ideas in new contexts. Projects should either be located or deployed in coastal countries. Applications close 02 July 2023. Blue Planet Fund
Earth Journalism Network — Story Grants to Support Environmental Reporting from Asia-Pacific Island Countries
The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) offers reporting grants to journalists from island countries in the Asia-Pacific region to support the production of in-depth stories on climate, health and environmental issues, and solutions to address them. Journalists from low- and middle-income island countries will be prioritized. Applications are open to journalists working in any medium (online, print, television, radio) and other expert media practitioners with professional reporting experience and a history of covering ocean issues. EJN plans to issue approximately 20 grants of up to US$2,000 each. The application deadline is 17 May 2023. Environmental Reporting
U.S. Mission to Angola — Self-Help Program
The special self-help program of the U.S. Embassy to Angola supports small, sustainable community-based initiatives that have an immediate and strong impact on the local community. The Embassy expects to support different types of projects: from development projects such as agricultural and aquacultural cooperatives to women’s empowerment and the environment. Grants typically range from US$2.5 thousand to US$10 thousand per project. All applicants must include a significant community contribution. The Embassy welcomes applications from Angola-based nonprofit organizations, community based organizations, and citizens. The closing date for applications is 27 June 2023. Self-Help Program
Sustainable Ocean Alliance and Environmental Defense Fund — Climate-Resilient Fisheries Fellowship
Sustainable Ocean Alliance and Environmental Defense Fund offers a Fellowship to early-career entrepreneurs and organizations working on projects anywhere in the world that benefit fisheries and promote community resilience to climate change. Fellows receive grant funding and special access to mentorship and online courses to develop new leadership and technical skills. Fellows must be between 18-36 years old and be affiliated with an organization. The last day to submit an application is 16 April 2023. Details here
Swedish Research Council — Research Grants in Development Research
The Swedish Research Council funds research projects relevant to the fight against poverty and for sustainable development in low income countries. The applicant for a research project grant must be an individual researcher. Research cooperation between scientists in Sweden and scientists in selected low and middle-income countries is encouraged. The maximum amount is SEK 1.5 million per year for a period of four years. The closing date for applications is 18 April 2023. More
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in Mauritius
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives invites proposals that meet the needs of local communities in Mauritius. The priorities under this call include women’s economic rights, decent jobs and entrepreneurship, enabling greater participation in digital and green economies. The average contribution is C$30 thousand to C$40 thousand per project. Eligibility extends to local community organizations, non-profit organizations, and academic institutions. The deadline for submission is 20 April 2023. CFLI Mauritius
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in Madagascar
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives invites proposals that meet the needs of local communities in Madagascar. The priorities under this call include women’s economic rights, decent jobs and entrepreneurship, improving access to food, water, and healthcare for vulnerable populations, and enabling greater participation in digital and low-carbon economies. The average contribution is C$30 thousand to C$40 thousand per project. Eligibility extends to local community organizations, non-profit organizations, and academic institutions. The deadline for submission is 20 April 2023. CFLI Madagascar
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in South Africa
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives invites proposals that meet the needs of local communities in South Africa. The priorities under this call include women’s economic rights, decent jobs and entrepreneurship, and enabling greater participation in digital and low-carbon economies. The average contribution is C$30 thousand to C$40 thousand per project. Eligibility extends to local community organizations, non-profit organizations, and academic institutions. The deadline for submission is 20 April 2023. CFLI South Africa