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The 2025 Call for Proposals to Community-Based Archives is now open. Through this program, direct support will be provided to community-based archives that represent and serve communities marginalized due to oppression.
Date Posted: 28 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Siakam EdTech Engine Accelerator Program 2025. The Siakam EdTech Engine is a 12-week virtual accelerator program designed to help early-stage EdTech startups scale their impact. Co-founded by NBA champion Pascal Siakam's PS43 Foundation and powered by DMZ, the program offers mentorship, resources, real-world testing, and funding opportunities.
Date Posted: 28 Feb, 2025
Applications for the Eliza Moore Fellowship for Artistic Excellence 2026 are now open. The Eliza Moore Fellowship for Artistic Excellence is awarded annually to one outstanding, early-career artist who is developing new works that address plants, gardens, or landscapes in the broad sense.
Date Posted: 28 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the L'Oréal-UNESCO for Women in Science Young Talents - Germany 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Young Talents - Sub-Saharan Africa 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Feb, 2025
Youth4Climate’s Call for Solutions 2025 is now open for applications. This is their 3rd round of funding and learning opportunities, to support youth-led climate solutions in 6 thematic areas. Apply now!
Date Posted: 27 Feb, 2025
The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) is inviting applications from journalists in Benin, Ghana, Nigeria and Togo to apply for story grants to produce quality indepth and impactful stories on Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and Digital Public Goods and Services.
Date Posted: 27 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Joan Cogswell Donner Field School Scholarship 2025. This scholarship was created through a generous gift from Leakey Foundation Life Trustee Joan Cogswell Donner.
Date Posted: 26 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Y Combinator Summer Fellows Grants 2025. This summer, Y Combinator will be giving grants to college students to work on their own technical projects.
Date Posted: 26 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the BRIDGE-ing the Gap for African Entrepreneurs in Canada 2025. This accelerator program, running from May 2025 to May 2026, is designed to empower African immigrant entrepreneurs in Canada who've launched businesses here, and are now looking for extra support to scale.
Date Posted: 26 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Next Challenge for Media & Journalism 2025. The Next Challenge for Media & Journalism is the largest startup competition open to nonprofit and for-profit media companies in the United States. The annual 16-week challenge promotes groundbreaking ideas and trailblazing startups that will reinvent journalism and media over the coming decade.
Date Posted: 25 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Access Bank Youthrive Program 2025. This is a transformative initiative by Access Bank designed to empower, uplift, and accelerate the next generation of MSMEs. The program is set to impact over 4 million individuals by enhancing capacity, providing financial empowerment, and fostering invaluable business exchange programs.
Date Posted: 25 Feb, 2025
Are you a postdoctoral researcher passionate about tackling global challenges? Or are you a tenured professor at the University of Bonn seeking to collaborate with international scholars? Apply for the University of Bonn SDG Fellowship now!
Date Posted: 24 Feb, 2025
Are you currently working on a decentralized energy solution or an innovative green energy idea? The Energy Innovation Challenge 2025 invites individuals and teams to pitch their groundbreaking energy solutions for a chance to win $1500 to develop their project.
Date Posted: 24 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the IOCAfrica Travel Grants for African COPs to Attend the UN Ocean Conference and the One Ocean Science Congress 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Metascience & Al Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025. This is a postdoctoral fellowship program for grants of up to $250,000 USD to support early career researchers in the social sciences and humanities (with particular emphasis on philosophy, sociology of science, and metascience) who are interested in building a career in understanding the implications of Al for the science and research ecosystem.
Date Posted: 21 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Association of American Educators Foundation (AAEF) National Scholarship & Grant Program 2025. Teacher scholarships and classroom grants are competitive awards available to all educators. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Feb, 2025
Are you an aspiring or new entrepreneur with big ideas but lacking the funding to bring them to life? The Greatness Grant by Nehemiah Davis is here to help you turn your vision into reality. Nehemiah Davis created this grant-to give back and empower the next generation of business owners to chase greatness and achieve success.
Date Posted: 21 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the GrowthAfrica Nairobi Circular Economy ClimAccelerator 2025. ClimAccelerator is a global programme for startups to innovate, catalyse and scale the potential of their climate solutions. The Circular Economy ClimAccelerator in Nairobi is a result-oriented programme targeted at local Circular Economy (relatively mature) solutions that are shifting the local ecosystem towards more circularity. Don't miss this opportunity to join the Circular Economy ClimAccelerator and take your business to new heights. Apply now to be part of a transformative journey towards a more sustainable future!
Date Posted: 19 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Eleanor Taylor Bland Crime Fiction Writers of Color Award 2025. This grant is intended to support the recipient in crime fiction writing and career development activities. The grantee may choose to use the grant for activities that include workshops, seminars, conferences, retreats, online courses, and research activities required for completion of the work.
Date Posted: 18 Feb, 2025
1. What is a Grant?
A grant is a financial award given by an institution, government, or organization to fund a project, research, or study. Unlike loans, grants do not need to be repaid as long as the recipient fulfills the terms and conditions of the grant.
2. Who is Eligible to Apply for a Grant?
Eligibility for grants varies depending on the type of grant and the organization offering it. Generally, students, researchers, non-profits, and small businesses may apply for grants. Specific eligibility criteria often depend on factors such as the field of study, research goals, financial need, or project objectives.
3. What Types of Grants are Available for Students?
Students can apply for several types of grants, including:
Need-based grants: Awarded based on financial need.
Merit-based grants: Given to students with high academic or extracurricular achievements.
Field-specific grants: Provided to students pursuing degrees in particular fields (e.g., STEM, arts, humanities).
Research grants: For students involved in academic research projects.
4. What is the Difference Between a Grant and a Scholarship?
While both grants and scholarships provide financial support, scholarships are typically merit-based (awarded for academic or extracurricular achievements), while grants are often need-based (awarded based on financial circumstances) or project-based (funding specific research or initiatives).
5. Do I Have to Repay a Grant?
No, grants generally do not have to be repaid, provided the grant recipient complies with the terms and conditions set by the awarding body. However, if the recipient fails to fulfill the grant's obligations (e.g., using the funds for the stated purpose), they may be required to return the money.
6. What can Grant Money be Used for?
Grant money can be used for various purposes, depending on the type of grant. For students, grants may cover tuition, books, and living expenses. For researchers or organizations, grants can fund specific projects, research, equipment, or operational costs.
7. What is a Research Grant?
A research grant is a financial award given to individuals or institutions to support a specific research project. These grants typically cover the costs associated with the research, such as equipment, travel, and personnel. Research grants are commonly awarded by universities, research organizations, government agencies, and private foundations.
8. Can I Get a Grant for my Business?
Yes, many grants are available for small businesses, particularly in specific industries such as technology, agriculture, or sustainable development. Business grants may be offered by government agencies, private organizations, or non-profits to support start-ups, expansion, or innovation.
9. What is the Difference Between a Grant and a Loan?
The main difference between a grant and a loan is that a grant does not need to be repaid, while a loan must be repaid with interest.
10. What Happens if I Don't Use the Grant Money as Intended?
If you misuse grant money or fail to meet the terms and conditions of the grant, you may be required to repay the funds, or the grant may be revoked.