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…
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 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…
Deadline: January 23, 2026 Are you an innovative entrepreneur or small business owner looking for financial support to bring your ideas to life? The TIHMC Start-Up Support Programme 2026 is now open for applications — offering promising start-ups and SMMEs a chance to access much-needed funding, resources, and expert support to accelerate their growth and innovation journey. About the TIHMC Start-Up Support Programme 2026 The Innovation Hub Management Company (TIHMC), in partnership with the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) through the Strategic Industrial Bio-innovation Partnership (SIIP), is calling for proposals for the TIHMC Start-Up Support Programme 2026. This initiative…
Deadline: January 15, 2026 The Reporters Without Borders (RSF) Berlin Fellowship 2026 is now open for applications. This fully funded opportunity invites journalists from countries with restricted press freedom or challenging working conditions to spend six months in Berlin, Germany, from June to November 2026. This fellowship, hosted by Reporters Without Borders Germany (RSF), offers selected journalists a valuable opportunity to rest, reflect, and strengthen their skills in digital security, resilience, and professional networking — all while enjoying a supportive environment that prioritizes their safety and well-being. About the Reporters Without Borders (RSF) Berlin Fellowship 2026 The RSF Berlin Fellowship…
Deadline: January 15, 2026 The Generation Leadership Academy – Cohort 5 is now open for applications! This transformative two-week intensive youth leadership mentoring program is designed to empower young people with essential leadership skills, knowledge, and experience needed to drive meaningful change within their communities. Organized by Citizen Voice and Actions (CVA), a youth-led organization based in Rwanda, the academy focuses on developing a new generation of confident, informed, and responsible leaders who are ready to participate actively in decision-making and governance processes. About the Generation Leadership Academy The Generation Leadership Academy is an annual leadership development initiative aimed at…
Deadline: January 15, 2026 The World Food Forum (WFF) Youth Assembly Partner Organizations Programme 2026 invites organizations from around the globe to collaborate in shaping inclusive and action-driven discussions for the transformation of agrifood systems. This programme provides a unique opportunity for organizations working on sustainability, climate action, nutrition, biodiversity, and youth empowerment to take an active role in influencing global policy dialogues. The WFF Youth Assembly Partner Organizations Programme 2026 aims to engage youth-focused organizations and networks to co-design meaningful dialogues that reflect young people’s perspectives and priorities in global food systems transformation. About the WFF Youth Assembly The…
Deadline: February 15, 2026 The Africa NextGen Economist Prize 2026 is now open for applications! This prestigious award celebrates outstanding African economists whose innovative research and policy ideas contribute to shaping sustainable economic development across the continent. The prize seeks to highlight exceptional talent, amplify original work, and connect research with real-world policy impact in Africa. About the Africa NextGen Economist Prize 2026 The Africa NextGen Economist Prize 2026 recognizes the next generation of economists whose work reflects an in-depth understanding of African economic realities and provides actionable insights for the continent’s development. Organized by Jeune Afrique, The Africa Report,…
Deadline: February 2, 2026 Are you passionate about building a sustainable future for Africa through advanced research and innovation? The University of the Witwatersrand & University of Edinburgh Masters by Research in Sustainable African Futures 2026 is now open for applications. This fully funded postgraduate opportunity offers talented individuals across Africa the chance to undertake world-class research training aimed at shaping sustainable African development. About the Programme The Masters by Research in Sustainable African Futures (MScR) is a jointly delivered postgraduate research programme offered by the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) in South Africa and the University of Edinburgh in…