Deadline: March 15, 2026 The Power the Community International College Design Competition 2025-2026 is an innovative global challenge designed to inspire the next generation of energy professionals. Organised by Energy Mentors, a U.S.-based nonprofit founded by Don Victory (former ExxonMobil chief engineer), this competition invites students worldwide to design sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy systems for communities of the future. With the backing of prestigious sponsors like EY, Aspen Technology, Chart Industries, and MathWorks (software sponsor), the competition is shaping up to be one of the most impactful platforms for energy and sustainability innovation. What is the Power the Community…
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: September 15, 2025 The NEF 10th Africa Energy Innovation Challenge 2025 is now open for applications, providing African youth with an incredible platform to showcase innovative energy solutions. Organised by the Nigeria Energy Forum (NEF), this highly competitive challenge empowers young professionals to design and pitch projects that address pressing energy and sustainability challenges across the continent. With a strong focus on youth employment, agribusiness, green manufacturing, and mobility, the challenge will spotlight Africa’s brightest innovators at the NEF 2025 Forum, which will take place in Lagos (July 8, 2025) and virtually on November 20, 2025. Application Deadline The…
Deadline: September 7, 2025 The Orange Corners Ghana Accelerator Cohort 12 Programme is now accepting applications from innovative and impact-driven entrepreneurs. This exciting opportunity is designed to support Ghanaian businesses that are scaling, sustainable, and aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). With access to funding, mentorship, and an extensive network, this programme provides entrepreneurs with the right tools to expand their businesses and create lasting impact. About the Orange Corners Ghana Accelerator Cohort 12 Programme The programme, powered by the Kingdom of the Netherlands in partnership with GrowthAfrica and a strong coalition of corporate partners, is a…
Deadline: October 1, 2025 The Getty Conservation Guest Scholars Program 2026–2027 is now accepting applications from established professionals and researchers in the heritage conservation field. This highly competitive residency opportunity offers selected scholars the chance to deepen their research, collaborate with peers, and make use of the exceptional resources available at the Getty Conservation Institute in Los Angeles. About the Getty Conservation Guest Scholars Program The Getty Conservation Guest Scholars Program 2026–2027 supports independent scholars and practitioners in conservation, heritage science, and related fields. Participants undertake a three-month residency at the Getty Conservation Institute, benefitting from a stimulating research environment,…
Deadline: September 2, 2025 The Entrepreneurship Exchange Program 2025 is now open for applications. This fully virtual, eight-week certificate programme provides undergraduate students from Egypt, Libya, Morocco, and select U.S. universities with an opportunity to collaborate across borders, tackle real-world challenges, and develop innovative business solutions. Designed and hosted by the William Davidson Institute at the University of Michigan, the programme is built to empower young leaders with entrepreneurial skills, teamwork experience, and mentorship from international experts. About the Entrepreneurship Exchange Program 2025 The Entrepreneurship Exchange Program 2025 is a prestigious opportunity that fosters cross-cultural collaboration and problem-solving. Over eight…
Deadline: August 28, 2025 The TIMEP Bassem Sabry Fellowship 2025–2026 is now open for applications! This prestigious programme, offered by the Tahrir Institute for Middle East Policy (TIMEP) in partnership with the Atlas Corps Fellowship at Cultural Vistas, honours the legacy of Egyptian political writer Bassem Sabry. It is designed to support young professionals committed to advancing democratic values, inclusivity, and policy change across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. If you are a motivated professional from outside the U.S., under 35, and passionate about making a policy impact in MENA, this fellowship could be the perfect opportunity…
Deadline: September 30, 2025 The Asia Research Institute (ARI) Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025 is now open for applications. This prestigious fellowship, hosted by the National University of Singapore (NUS), offers outstanding early career researchers the opportunity to advance their academic careers in humanities and social sciences with a focus on Asia. With a competitive monthly stipend and the chance to engage in high-level research collaborations, this fellowship provides a unique platform to contribute to impactful scholarship on Asia while developing your publication record and academic networks. Fellowship Details Responsibilities of ARI Postdoctoral Fellows Successful applicants to the Asia Research Institute (ARI)…
Deadline: September 15, 2025 The African Changemakers Fellowship Program 2025 – Cohort 7 is now accepting applications. This highly competitive programme empowers young Africans, the diaspora, and allies of Africa to develop leadership, entrepreneurship, and civic engagement skills while connecting with a pan-African community of changemakers. Applications are open until September 15, 2025, and the fellowship training will run from September 30 to October 31, 2025. About the African Changemakers Fellowship Program 2025 The fellowship provides intensive virtual training on topics that directly shape Africa’s future, including entrepreneurship, technology, social enterprise, leadership, and the African Union’s Agenda 2063. By joining…
Deadline: September 14, 2025 The United Nations – Nippon Foundation Fellowship 2026 is now open for applications. This prestigious programme offers mid-level professionals from developing States a unique opportunity to deepen their expertise in ocean affairs and the law of the sea, equipping them with the tools to craft and implement effective ocean governance policies aligned with UNCLOS and SDG-14. If you are a professional in the field of marine science, maritime governance, or legal frameworks related to the oceans, this fellowship could be your gateway to global impact. About the Fellowship The United Nations – Nippon Foundation Fellowship is…
Deadline: August 29, 2025 The IGC Sierra Leone Early-Career Local Researcher Fellowship 2025 is now open for applications. This fellowship offers a unique opportunity for early-career Sierra Leonean researchers to conduct policy-relevant research that directly informs government decision-making. It is part of the Herbert P. M’cleod Local Researchers Programme (HPMLRP), designed to build the capacity of local researchers and strengthen evidence-based policymaking in Sierra Leone. Fellowship Overview The fellowship runs for three months (September – December 2025) and provides a grant of £5,000 to support fieldwork, data collection, and living expenses. Fellows will work closely with relevant ministries and receive…