Deadline: January 30, 2026 The Grawemeyer Award for Ideas Improving World Order 2027 is now open for nominations. This prestigious international award recognises powerful, original ideas that offer practical solutions to some of the world’s most pressing global challenges. With a strong focus on impact rather than reputation, the award celebrates ideas that can meaningfully improve peace, justice, cooperation and global governance. The Grawemeyer Award for Ideas Improving World Order 2027 is administered by the University of Louisville in the United States and is one of the most respected global awards for thought leadership on world affairs. About the Grawemeyer…
Author: Oluwole Omojofodun
Oluwole Omojofodun
Oluwole Omojofodun is the Proposal Review Team Lead and Publisher at GrantsDatabase.org. With a strong background in grant writing, nonprofit development, and funding strategy, Oluwole oversees the review and refinement of proposals submitted through the platform. His work ensures that applicants are equipped with compelling, funder-ready applications. Passionate about accessibility and impact, he also curates and publishes timely grant opportunities to empower changemakers across sectors.
Deadline: January 15, 2026 The EJN Story Grants on Fisheries Transparency 2026 offer an important opportunity for journalists and media professionals to receive funding and mentorship to produce high-impact investigative stories on fisheries transparency, accountability, and sustainable marine fisheries. These grants are administered by the Earth Journalism Network (EJN) and are designed to support in-depth reporting that exposes challenges and solutions related to fisheries governance across the world. About the EJN Story Grants on Fisheries Transparency 2026 The EJN Story Grants on Fisheries Transparency 2026 aim to strengthen public understanding of how fisheries are managed, monitored, and regulated, particularly in…
Deadline: January 9, 2026 The EJN Extreme Weather in the Philippines Investigative Reporting Fellowship 2026 is an opportunity for journalists in the Philippines to investigate, report, and expose critical issues around climate change, extreme weather preparedness, disaster risk reduction, and public accountability. This fellowship is designed to support in-depth, high-impact investigative journalism that strengthens public understanding and improves climate resilience across vulnerable communities. About the EJN Extreme Weather in the Philippines Investigative Reporting Fellowship 2026 The EJN Extreme Weather in the Philippines Investigative Reporting Fellowship 2026 is organised by the Earth Journalism Network (EJN), with support from Internews and Sida.…
Deadline: February 1, 2026 The Mongabay Y. Eva Tan Conservation Reporting Fellowship 2026–2028 is a fully remote, paid fellowship designed to support aspiring and early-career environmental journalists from tropical countries. The fellowship aims to strengthen conservation journalism by providing hands-on editorial mentorship, financial support, and international publishing opportunities with Mongabay. The Mongabay Y. Eva Tan Conservation Reporting Fellowship 2026–2028 offers fellows the opportunity to build a strong reporting portfolio while covering critical environmental and conservation issues affecting tropical regions. About the Fellowship The Y. Eva Tan Conservation Reporting Fellowship is an initiative of Mongabay, an independent environmental news organisation that…
Deadline: January 15, 2026 The Wayfinder Society Student Mini-Grant 2026 is a global funding opportunity designed to support student-led projects addressing plastic pollution at its root causes. Offered by the Wayfinder Society in partnership with Algalita, this mini-grant empowers young people to turn ideas into action through education, advocacy, creativity, and systems-level change. The Wayfinder Society Student Mini-Grant 2026 provides financial support, mentorship, and visibility to students committed to creating solutions that move beyond clean-ups and focus on long-term impact. Overview of the Wayfinder Society Student Mini-Grant 2026 This mini-grant is created to help students implement impactful projects that reduce…
Deadline: February 27, 2026 The Niskanen Summer Institute 2026 is a fully funded, one-week academic and leadership programme taking place in Washington, D.C., designed for undergraduate students with a strong interest in politics, public policy, democracy, and governance. This intensive programme offers participants the opportunity to gain firsthand exposure to how public policy debates are shaped in the United States, while engaging directly with policy professionals, researchers, and thought leaders. The Niskanen Summer Institute 2026 combines academic learning, professional development, and real-world policy engagement in one immersive experience. About the Niskanen Summer Institute 2026 The Niskanen Summer Institute is an…
Deadline: February 15, 2026 The UN FAO Innovation Award 2026 is now open for nominations! Organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, this prestigious global award celebrates innovative and transformative solutions that strengthen agrifood systems worldwide. Through this award, FAO aims to recognize forward-thinking individuals, organizations, and institutions whose innovations contribute to the sustainability, resilience, inclusivity, and efficiency of food and agriculture systems — from production to consumption. About the UN FAO Innovation Award 2026 The UN FAO Innovation Award 2026 honors innovations that align with FAO’s mission of ensuring food security and promoting sustainable…
Deadline: January 9, 2026 Are you a passionate, community-driven leader seeking to strengthen your impact and grow your leadership capacity? The Broadbent Institute Emerging Leaders Program 2026 is now open for applications. This prestigious initiative is designed to empower early to mid-career organizers and community leaders dedicated to advancing justice, equity, and inclusive social change across Canada. About the Broadbent Institute Emerging Leaders Program 2026 The Broadbent Institute Emerging Leaders Program 2026 is a 10-month leadership development program that equips participants with the tools, training, and mentorship necessary to take on director-level responsibilities and drive progressive change in their communities.…
Deadline: January 23, 2026 The African Poetry Digital Humanities Grant 2026 is now open for applications. This exciting opportunity supports innovative digital humanities projects centered on African poetry, encouraging scholars and researchers to explore creative intersections between literature, culture, and digital technology. The grant is part of the African Poetry Digital Portal Project, funded by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, and aims to foster digital research and documentation that expand global understanding of African poetic expression. About the African Poetry Digital Humanities Grant 2026 The African Poetry Digital Humanities Grant 2026 provides funding for projects that use digital tools, technologies,…
Deadline: February 15, 2026 The UN FAO Partnership Award 2026 celebrates outstanding and transformative collaborations that have significantly advanced the mission of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). This global recognition highlights innovative partnerships that contribute to building sustainable agriculture, strengthening food systems, and improving nutrition and rural livelihoods worldwide. The UN FAO Partnership Award 2026 aims to honor individuals, organizations, and institutions that have worked hand-in-hand with FAO to accelerate progress toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). About the UN FAO Partnership Award 2026 The Award acknowledges exceptional cooperation and partnership efforts that directly…