Deadline: January 16, 2026 The ClimaFii Alliance 2026: Funding Support for Climate and Clean Energy Innovators in Africa (Up to $70,000 Grant) is now open for applications, offering catalytic funding, technical assistance, and strategic venture support to early-stage climate and clean energy innovators across Sub-Saharan Africa. This opportunity is designed to help climate-focused startups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs validate, refine, and scale solutions that improve productivity, resilience, and income for microentrepreneurs while contributing to climate mitigation and adaptation goals. Overview of the ClimaFii Alliance 2026 Programme The Climate and Finance Innovations (ClimaFii) Alliance is a five-year global initiative…
Author: 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: March 20, 2026 The 2026 GCSP Prize for Transformative Futures in Peace and Security is an international award designed to identify, recognise and support bold, forward-thinking ideas that can fundamentally reshape how global peace and security challenges are addressed. Hosted by the Geneva Centre for Security Policy (GCSP), this prestigious prize seeks innovative concepts with the potential to deliver long-term, global impact beyond national boundaries. The initiative forms part of GCSP’s broader commitment to fostering creativity, foresight and practical innovation in the peace and security ecosystem. About the 2026 GCSP Prize for Transformative Futures in Peace and Security The…
Category: Following The Money Lead Investigator: Oluwole Omojofodun (for GrantsDatabase) Period Under Review: February 2020 – December 2025 Primary Objective: To map capital flows, identify institutional recipients, and evaluate the socio-economic return on investment within the Nigerian labour market. 1. The Macro Ledger: The $500 Million “Big Bet” In February 2020, the Mastercard Foundation formalised its Young Africa Works strategy in Nigeria. This was not merely a philanthropic gesture but a calculated multi-year investment of over $500 million (approx. £395 million) designed to catalyse the private sector. The overarching “North Star” goal remains the creation of 10 million dignified and…
Deadline: Unspecified The Youth Climate Justice Fund 2026 Grants is now open for applications, providing an exceptional opportunity for youth-led groups around the world to secure funding for climate justice initiatives. The Fund empowers young people driving change in their communities through impactful environmental, climate, and social justice work. This global grant program is designed to strengthen youth leadership, scale sustainable action, and support community-rooted projects that address climate change and social inequality. About the Youth Climate Justice Fund 2026 Grants The Youth Climate Justice Fund (YCJF) is a global youth-led initiative supporting organizations and movements advancing climate justice and…
Deadline: Unspecified The WASSMAS Agriculture Grant for Agro-Entrepreneurs ($10,000 Grant) is an impactful initiative designed to empower small and mid-scale agricultural entrepreneurs and startups across West Africa. This funding opportunity provides financial support, business development training, and market access to help agripreneurs scale their ventures sustainably. Overview of the WASSMAS Agriculture Grant The WASSMAS Agriculture Grant targets farmers, agripreneurs, and agro-startups within ECOWAS member states — including Nigeria, Ghana, Benin, Senegal, and Niger — who are committed to boosting food security and promoting agricultural innovation in the region. This program aims to strengthen the agricultural value chain, reduce poverty, and…
Deadline: December 28, 2025 Are you passionate about global health, international cooperation, and sustainable development? The GIZ Internship 2026 offers an incredible opportunity to gain professional experience with the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), a leading German organization supporting international development and global sustainability projects. This internship focuses on Global Health Hub Germany (GHHG) — an initiative designed to strengthen Germany’s global health policy by connecting experts, institutions, and stakeholders to improve collaboration and impact. About GIZ Internship 2026 The GIZ Internship 2026 is a unique opportunity for individuals interested in global health, policy development, and international collaboration. As…
Deadline: February 1, 2026 The Nordic Africa Institute Claude Ake Visiting Chair 2026 is a prestigious research fellowship program jointly hosted by the Nordic Africa Institute (NAI) and the Department of Peace and Conflict Research at Uppsala University, Sweden. Established in honor of the late Professor Claude Ake, one of Africa’s most renowned political scientists and humanists, the programme aims to promote research that contributes to social justice, democracy, and sustainable development in Africa. This opportunity provides an exceptional platform for senior African scholars to conduct high-level academic research, engage in public discourse, and strengthen networks with international research communities.…
Deadline: January 25, 2026 The Mindanao Young Leaders Programme (MinYLP) 2026 is an exceptional opportunity for emerging community leaders in Mindanao, Philippines to strengthen their leadership capacity and contribute to peacebuilding and sustainable development. This transformative initiative connects passionate individuals working in civil society with experts and peers from across cultures to create real community impact. Application Deadline: January 25, 2026 (11:59 PM Philippine Time) About the Mindanao Young Leaders Programme (MinYLP) 2026 The Mindanao Young Leaders Programme (MinYLP) 2026 is a capacity-building and leadership development programme designed for dynamic young professionals dedicated to community service. The programme aims to…
Category: Following The Money In January 2025, a seismic shift occurred in the global development landscape.1 The sudden 90-day halt of foreign aid by the United States administration—affecting billions in USAID disbursements—did more than just stall health and education programmes; it acted as a brutal “tide going out,” revealing exactly who had been swimming naked. For years, the phrase “Grantpreneur” has been whispered in the corridors of Abuja and Lagos. These are non-profit leaders who treat development work as a high-stakes corporate venture, running “shadow organisations” that exist only on paper and in polished PowerPoint presentations. When the USAID funding…
Deadline: January 30, 2026 The Kofi Annan Fellowship in Global Health Leadership 2026 is a prestigious, fully funded leadership programme designed to strengthen public health leadership across Africa. The fellowship equips experienced public health professionals with advanced leadership, strategic, and management skills required to drive impactful health programmes and policies across the continent. The Kofi Annan Fellowship in Global Health Leadership 2026 is implemented under the leadership of Africa CDC and targets senior professionals who are already shaping health systems and outcomes in African Union Member States. Fellowship Overview The Kofi Annan Fellowship in Global Health Leadership is a high-level…