Zayed Sustainability Prize 2025 Call for Applications is now open! If you’re an innovator in sustainability—whether leading a nonprofit, running an SME or startup, or organizing a student-led initiative at your high school—this global award could be your gateway to scaling impact and receiving significant funding. What Is the Zayed Sustainability Prize? Launched in 2008 in honour of the UAE’s founding father, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the Zayed Sustainability Prize recognizes pioneering solutions in six critical areas of sustainable development. Over the years, it has awarded more than $20 million to 128 winners and positively impacted over 400…
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.
Are you a community-based organization or social enterprise in Nigeria tackling plastic pollution in innovative ways? Here’s your chance to scale your impact. The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has launched a powerful new Call for Proposals: Reimagining Nigeria’s Plastic Crisis Through Grassroots Innovation—a funding opportunity aimed at empowering local change-makers driving grassroots innovation in the circular plastics economy. This post breaks down everything you need to know to apply successfully and stand out. About the Call for Proposals This UNDP initiative, under the Global Plastics Innovation Programme (GPIP), seeks to identify and support early-stage, community-rooted innovations that aim to…
The UNFCCC AI for Climate Action Award 2025 is an exciting opportunity for innovators, developers, researchers, and startups to showcase open-source AI-powered solutions tackling climate change, especially in Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and Small Island Developing States (SIDS). Winners will gain global recognition and the chance to present their solutions at COP30 in Belém, Brazil. If you’re developing a project that leverages artificial intelligence to drive climate resilience or emissions reduction, this is your opportunity to scale your impact. What is the UNFCCC AI for Climate Action Award 2025? The UNFCCC AI for Climate Action Award 2025 is a global…
Are you an African startup leveraging AI to drive impact in healthcare, education, agriculture, safety, or public services? The Llama Impact Accelerator Program 2025 for African Startups is now accepting applications! This prestigious program offers equity-free funding, expert mentorship, and the opportunity to scale with Meta’s open-source Llama large language models. This is your chance to build powerful AI solutions and gain the resources you need to grow—right from the heart of Africa. About the Llama Impact Accelerator Program 2025 The Llama Impact Accelerator Program 2025 for African Startups is an initiative supporting innovative startups based in Nigeria, Kenya, Senegal,…
Are you a grassroots leader passionate about data justice and community empowerment? The Data Values Advocate Program 2025 is now accepting applications, offering a powerful opportunity to lead projects grounded in equitable data practices. This fully funded, one-year global advocacy program supports changemakers in advancing inclusive data norms within their communities. Keep reading to find out everything you need to apply — including eligibility, benefits, timelines, and expert tips from GrantsDatabase.org on crafting a standout application. What is the Data Values Advocate Program 2025? The Data Values Advocate Program 2025, launched by the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development Data (GPSDD),…
The 2025 Intel Community Reach Program (ICRP 2.0) is back—bigger, bolder, and more focused than ever on uplifting underserved communities across Africa. Spearheaded by Intel in partnership with AfriLabs, this second edition of the program seeks to fund groundbreaking solutions powered by AI and broadband technologies. Whether your initiative is in STEM education, agriculture, digital skills, healthcare, fintech, or climate, this opportunity could be the fuel you need to scale and sustain impact. Deadline to apply: June 13, 2025. What is the 2025 Intel Community Reach Program? The 2025 Intel Community Reach Program is a flagship grant initiative designed to:…
Are you an emerging startup founder in the Niger Delta region with a passion for tech and innovation? The 2025 Niger Delta Digital Summit presents a unique opportunity to gain visibility, network with investors, and secure seed funding worth ₦1.8 million. This event is poised to reshape the digital landscape in Nigeria’s oil-rich region—and your startup could be part of the transformation. What is the 2025 Niger Delta Digital Summit? The 2025 Niger Delta Digital Summit is an annual innovation-centered gathering aimed at fostering digital transformation across the nine states of the Niger Delta. Themed “Beyond Oil: Shaping a Digital…
Are you a bold, innovative startup looking for global exposure, investor connections, and a shot at $100,000 in equity-free funding? Then don’t miss your chance to apply for Startup Battlefield 200 at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 — one of the world’s most prestigious startup competitions. Applications are open now and close soon! In this post, we’ll cover everything you need to know: eligibility, benefits, application deadlines, expert tips, and how to get help with your proposal. What Is Startup Battlefield 200 at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025? Startup Battlefield 200 at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 is an elite startup competition held during TechCrunch Disrupt,…
Are you a young changemaker with an innovative idea that tackles today’s biggest social or environmental problems? The Social Shifters Global Innovation Challenge 2025 is now accepting applications, offering young entrepreneurs the opportunity to win up to $15,000 in grant funding, gain global exposure, and receive expert mentorship to grow their ventures. This is your chance to join a powerful movement of socially driven innovators shaping a better world. Here’s everything you need to know about the Social Shifters Global Innovation Challenge 2025, including how to apply, who’s eligible, and expert tips for submitting a winning proposal. What Is the…
Are you an Indigenous entrepreneur or a startup under three years old with a bold tourism initiative that respects culture, empowers communities, and protects the environment? The Indigenous Tourism Innovation Challenge 2025 is now open for applications, offering funding and global exposure to innovative projects across Latin America and the Caribbean. In collaboration with the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF), UN Tourism is calling for entries that combine ancestral wisdom, sustainability, and innovative travel experiences. This is your chance to turn your vision into a reality — and put your community on the world tourism map.…