[December 2025]
Empower change and drive impact ! This curated list brings together over 40 grant opportunities designed to support projects, programs, and research focused on women, gender equality, and inclusive development.

Call for Nominations: Vigdís Prize for Women’s Empowerment
Deadline: 27-Mar-2026
The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe and the Government of Iceland have opened nominations for the 2026 Vigdís Prize for Women’s Empowerment, recognizing individuals, organizations, or initiatives advancing gender equality and women’s empowerment…[more]

Nominations open for the Win Win Gothenburg Sustainability Award 2026
Deadline: 11-Jan-2026
The Win Win Gothenburg Sustainability Award is accepting nominations for its 2026 theme, Gender-Equal Societies, celebrating completed sustainability achievements that advance gender equality worldwide…[more]

“Our Work/Environment” Reporting Grant Program
Deadline: 31-Dec-2025
The Pulitzer Center is now accepting applications for its initiative focused on climate change and its effects on workers and work…[more]

CFAs: Princess Sabeeka Bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa Global Award for Women’s Empowerment
Deadline: 20-Mar-2026
The UN Women has launched a prestigious global award to recognize and celebrate the outstanding efforts of individuals, civil society, public institutions, and private sector actors working toward gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls…[more]

Prince Talal International Prize for Affordable and Clean Energy
Deadline: 30-Jan-2026
The Prince Talal International Prize for Affordable and Clean Energy is awarded every year by the Arab Gulf Programme for Development (AGFUND). Its goal is to spark innovation and encourage creative solutions that contribute to human development…[more]

Request for Applications: Diamond Education Grant Programme
Deadline: 15-Apr-2026
The Diamond Education Grant Programme provides financial support for women in SIGBI member countries who want to enter or return to the workforce by gaining new skills…[more]

Open Horizons launches Second Call to elevate Women-led Deep Tech Startups
Deadline: January 29, 2026
The Open Horizons initiative is offering a timely opportunity for founders, investors, entrepreneurs and innovators to come together this November through a series of curated events aimed at deep-tech, digital innovation, and startup collaboration…[more]

Apply Now: I&P Acceleration WE4A – Women Entrepreneurship for Africa
Deadline: January 06, 2026
The I&P Acceleration WE4A program presents a meaningful opportunity for women-led small and medium-sized enterprises in several African countries — especially those in green and transition sectors — to access tailored financial, technical, and mentoring support…[more]

SparkUp Initiative Fellowship to Strengthen Women-Led Organizations
Deadline: 20-Dec-2025
The SparkUp Initiative Fellowship is a two-month global training program that helps women-led organizations strengthen their fundraising skills and expand their impact…[more]

Call for Entries: Amujae Initiative Flagship Program
Deadline: 12-Dec-2025
The Amujae Initiative Flagship Program equips Africa’s most talented women to ascend to senior public leadership roles…[more]

Call for Submissions: BIRAX Healthy Ageing Grant Programme (Israel and UK)
Deadline: 01-Mar-2026
The BIRAX Healthy Ageing programme, supported by the British Council, British Embassy in Israel, and Pears Foundation, funds collaborative UK–Israel research on ageing, multimorbidity, and interventions promoting healthy longevity…[more]

EPIC-X Open Call for Women-Led Deep-Tech Startups
Deadline: January 05, 2026
EPIC-X has launched an Open Call to accelerate innovation and unlock excellence by connecting regional ecosystems across Europe…[more]

Entries open for Circular Business Awards
Deadline: January 07, 2026
The Circular Business Awards by the EU CERC are an annual recognition targeted at enterprises in countries eligible for ODA support, as part of the annual Circular Awards by the EU CERC which also includes a separate Policy Implementation Award…[more]

RFPs: Accelerating Innovation in Vaginal Formulations in Support of Women’s Health
Deadline: 16-Dec-2025
The Gates Foundation is soliciting applications that contribute to development of vaginal formulations that promote optimal drug delivery within the vaginal compartment while positively supporting the vaginal milieu, and that also possess beneficial effects, even if unrelated to the API intended effect, that a user might consider desirable, such as enhancement of sexual pleasure…[more]

28th Call for Proposals by CFC to Strengthen Smallholder Livelihoods
Deadline: 01-Apr-2026
The Common Fund for Commodities (CFC) invites applications from SMEs, cooperatives, social enterprises, NGOs, and public or private sector entities based or operating in its 101 member countries for projects that empower smallholders, enhance local livelihoods, and promote sustainable, inclusive economic development through high-impact interventions…[more]

Fourth Programming Round of Elsie Initiative Fund
Deadline: 31-Jan-2026
The Elsie Initiative Fund for Uniformed Women in Peace Operations (EIF) is set to launch its fourth programming round on 9 October 2025 with a high-level event bringing together United Nations leadership, Member States, donors, and project partners…[more]

Women Entrepreneurship for Africa Programme
Deadline: January 25, 2026
The IYBA-WE4A (Investing in Young Business in Africa- Women Entrepreneurship for Africa) Entrepreneurship Programme is designed to empower women entrepreneurs in Sub-Saharan Africa by enhancing their access to finance and business knowledge…[more]

Rapid Response Funding: Direct Support Stream
Deadline: 31-Dec-2025
The Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) Direct Support Stream is accepting concept notes from eligible applicants in countries with active peace processes…[more]

Short-Term Grants for Women’s Leadership in Peace Processes
Deadline: 31-Dec-2025
The Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) Rapid Response Window (RRW) is accepting concept notes from eligible applicants in countries with active peace processes…[more]

Apply Now: LedBy Corporate Leaders Fellowship Program (India)
Deadline: 31-Dec-2025
The LedBy Corporate Leaders Fellowship is a leadership development program designed for high-potential Indian Muslim women early in their careers…[more]

Submit Applications for Nigerian Women Trust Fund Grant Program
Deadline: 12-Dec-2025
The Nigerian Women Trust Fund (NWTF) 2026 Grant supports women-led and women-focused organizations working to strengthen institutions, advance women’s rights, amplify women’s voices, and end violence against women and girls in Nigeria…[more]

2nd Request for Proposals: Feminist Climate Action Fund
Deadline: 26-Jan-2026
The Feminist Climate Action Fund (FCAF) 2026 call supports women, feminist civil society organizations, and informal young feminist groups across Europe to advance gender-responsive climate justice…[more]

Competition for Project Proposals for the Construction of Waste Collection Centers (Moldova)
Deadline: 26-Dec-2025
The EU-funded and UNDP-implemented project “Facilitating an Inclusive Green Transition in Moldova” invites local public authorities to apply for support to build voluntary waste collection centers…[more]

CFPs: Regional Programme for Local Democracy in the Western Balkans 3 (Bosnia and Herzegovina)
Deadline: 22-Dec-2025
The Municipality of Gacko, in partnership with UNDP and supported by the European Union, invites civil society organizations (CSOs) in Bosnia and Herzegovina to submit project proposals under ReLOaD3…[more]

CFPs: MTN Uganda Launches AWE Program to Boost Women Entrepreneurs
Deadline: December 11, 2025
The Advancing Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) Program is MTN Uganda’s flagship initiative focused on empowering women-owned businesses and promoting inclusive economic growth…[more] NCL Video Contest – Women Safety Provisions (India)
Deadline: 21-Dec-2025
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), in collaboration with MyGov, invites Indian citizens, especially youth, to participate in the “NCL Video Contest – Women Safety Provisions”…[more]

CFAs: Supporting the Role of CSOs as Actors in Sustainable Development in Yemen
Deadline: 29-Jan-2026
The European Commission is funding civil society organisations (CSOs) in Yemen to strengthen governance, social development, and inclusive growth…[more]

REDpreneur Women: €7,000 Business Grant for Female Veterans in Ukraine
Deadline: December 18, 2025
The Recruitment for the first cohort of REDpreneur Women is open – a program to support female veterans through business development and social innovations in Ukraine…[more]

Open Call: DRIP Bangladesh Empowering Women Through Storytelling
Deadline: 11-Dec-2025
UN Women, in partnership with UNDP and SDC, is implementing the “Democratic Reform through Inclusive Participation” (DRIP) project in Bangladesh to promote inclusive democratic practices…[more]

Call for EOIs: Strengthening Child Protection and GBV Response (Rwanda)
Deadline: 19-Dec-2025
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is supporting initiatives in southern Rwanda aimed at strengthening child protection and addressing gender-based violence…[more]

Apply Now: Accelerating Innovation in Vaginal Formulations for Women’s Health (India)
Deadline: 16-Dec-2025
The Global Challenge Initiative (GCI) in partnership with the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) has announced a new call for innovative solutions focused on advancing vaginally administered products tailored for Indian women…[more]

RFPs: Accelerating Innovation in Vaginal Formulations in Support of Women’s Health (Brazil)
Deadline: 16-Dec-2025
The Gates Foundation is soliciting applications that contribute to development of vaginal formulations that promote optimal drug delivery within the vaginal compartment while positively supporting the vaginal milieu, and that also possess beneficial effects, even if unrelated to the API intended effect, that a user might consider desirable, such as enhancement of sexual pleasure…[more]

CFAs: Distinguished Women Scientists Fund (Netherlands)
Deadline: 15-Dec-2025
The Landelijk Netwerk Vrouwelijke Hoogleraren has announced its Distinguished Women Scientists Fund to offer female postdoctoral researchers in the Netherlands an opportunity to advance their academic pursuits through international travel and collaboration…[more]

CFAs: Global Centre of Excellence for Steel Decarbonisation (India)
Deadline: December 11, 2025
BHP, a leading global resources company, and Steel Authority of India Limited, India’s largest government-owned steel producer, invite proposals for the development of a Global Centre of Excellence for Steel Decarbonisation…[more]

Nominations open for Bold Woman Award (Nigeria)
Deadline: January 30, 2026
The Bold Woman Award by Veuve Clicquot celebrates daring women entrepreneurs who make a significant impact in their sector of activity and in society…[more]

Call for Proposals: Right Sharing of World Resources Partner in Kenya
Deadline: 31-Dec-2025
Right Sharing of World Resources (RSWR) invites small, grassroots women’s self-help groups in Kenya to embark on a journey of growth and empowerment through a two-stage partnership that blends training with sustainable financial support…[more]

Agricultural Commercialization Innovation Fund Matching Grants Programme (Malawi)
Deadline: Ongoing
The ACIF Matching Grants Programme supports agricultural commercialization initiatives by providing financial support to qualifying projects that strengthen value chains and improve productivity…[more]

Call for Proposals: SIPRA Challenge Fund Large Grant Facility Program (Sudan)
Deadline: Ongoing Opportunity
MetaMeta, on behalf of ZOA, is pleased to announce the Call for Proposals for the SIPRA Challenge Fund – Large Grant Facility…[more]

LedBy Accelerator for Young Indian Muslim Women (India)
Deadline: Ongoing
This opportunity, powered by LedBy Foundation, supports young Indian Muslim women by equipping them with skill-building and career readiness to accelerate their careers…[more]

Women in Innovation Funding Competition to Strengthen Late-Stage Startups (UK)
Deadline: February 04, 2026
The UK government through the Women in Innovation Award programme has opened a funding opportunity designed to support award winners in accelerating the growth of their late-stage startups…[more]

Apply Now: Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship Grant Program (Round 5) – Australia
Deadline: 18-Feb-2026
The Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship (WiSE) Program funds large-scale Australian initiatives that increase the participation, retention and advancement of girls and women in STEM education, careers and entrepreneurial activities…[more]

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