The Government of Canada invites proposals for small-scale, high-impact projects in Mozambique through the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). This program provides funding to local non-governmental organizations, community groups, and other non-profits for initiatives focused on inclusive governance, gender equality, and environmental action. Most grants range from CAN$30 thousand to CAN$50 thousand to support projects with a maximum duration of two years. The deadline for applications is 14 May 2026. CFLI Mozambique
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Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in Eswatini
The Government of Canada invites proposals for small-scale, high-impact projects in Eswatini through the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). This program provides funding to local non-governmental organizations, community groups, and other non-profits for initiatives focused on inclusive governance, gender equality, and environmental action. Most grants range from CAN$30 thousand to CAN$50 thousand to support projects with a maximum duration of two years. The deadline for applications is 14 May 2026. CFLI Eswatini
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in Albania
The Government of Canada invites proposals for small-scale, high-impact projects in Albania through the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). This program provides funding to local non-governmental organizations, community groups, and other non-profits for initiatives focused on inclusive governance, gender equality, and environmental action. Most grants range from CAN$25 thousand to CAN$50 thousand to support projects with a maximum duration of two years. The deadline for applications is 21 May 2026. Link to CFLI
Massachusetts Institute of Technology — Solve Global Challenges
MIT Solve supports social entrepreneurs addressing critical global issues in health, education, and economic prosperity. The program is open to individual entrepreneurs and organizations worldwide that have previously participated in Solve’s programs or are working on scalable solutions aligned with their impact pillars. Selected innovators receive a portion of US$1 million in prize funding to further develop and scale their technological solutions. Applications must be submitted by 21 May 2026. MIT Solve
Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund — Small Grants for the Cerrado
The Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund (CEPF) invites civil society organizations to submit letters of inquiry (LOIs) for small grants to support biodiversity conservation in the Cerrado hotspot in Brazil. This call targets projects that align with the investment priorities detailed in the regional ecosystem profile. Grants are available for amounts of up to US$50 thousand. The deadline for letters of inquiry is 03 June 2026. Small Grants for the Cerrado
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in Jamaica
The Government of Canada provides funding for small-scale, high-impact projects in Jamaica and The Bahamas through the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). This program supports local non-governmental organizations, community groups, and academic institutions for initiatives focused on gender equality, inclusive governance, and climate action. Most grants range from CAN$15 thousand to CAN$25 thousand for projects that address the specific needs of local communities. The deadline for applications is 05 June 2026. More
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change — AI for Climate Action Award
The AI for Climate Action Award is a global competition that celebrates the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in tackling climate change. Anyone above the age of 18 years, with an open-source, AI-powered climate solution developed in or for Least Developed Countries (LDCs) or Small Island Developing States (SIDS) is encouraged to apply. Applications are welcome from individuals, teams, start-ups, organizations, or any other type of entity. The submission deadline is 30 June 2026. AI for Climate Action Award
Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund — Biodiversity Conservation in Madagascar and the Indian Ocean Islands
The Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund (CEPF) invites letters of inquiry for large grants to support biodiversity conservation in the Madagascar and Indian Ocean Islands Hotspot. Non-governmental organizations, community groups, private enterprises, and other civil society entities are eligible to apply for projects that strengthen the protection of priority sites and ecosystems. Grants are available for amounts over US$50 thousand to support conservation actions in Comoros, Madagascar, Mauritius, and the Seychelles. The deadline for submission is 07 July 2026. Visit the Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund
Global Biodiversity Information Facility — Publishing DNA-derived Data
The Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) invites proposals for projects that facilitate the publication of DNA-derived biodiversity data through its network. This program is open to institutions and organizations worldwide that aim to develop or improve technical pipelines for sharing molecular data, such as metabarcoding or environmental DNA results. The initiative offers grants of up to €20 thousand to support technical developments, documentation, and training that enhance the flow of genetic information into the GBIF platform. Applications must be submitted by 03 August 2026. Publishing DNA-derived Data
Global Biodiversity Information Facility — DNA Reference Libraries for Biodiversity Research
The Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) invites proposals for projects that support the creation and integration of DNA reference libraries to enhance biodiversity monitoring. This program is open to research institutions, universities, and non-governmental organizations worldwide that aim to bridge gaps in taxonomic coverage by linking genetic sequences to voucher specimens and publishing the resulting data through the GBIF network. The initiative provides grants of up to €10 thousand to cover costs related to specimen sequencing, data curation, and technical workflows. The deadline for applications is 03 August 2026. More information