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Applications are open for the Bayer Foundation Scientific Fellowships for Master, PhD & Medical Students 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Bayer Foundation Fellowship 2025 for STEM Student Teachers & Teachers. This fellowship is established in memory of Kurt Hansen, former Chairman of the Board of Management at Bayer.
Date Posted: 10 Mar, 2025
The UNICEF Venture Fund is calling for applications from start-ups developing cutting edge tech solutions improving access to quality health care and services, and ensuring socio-economic participation of women and girls.
Date Posted: 08 Mar, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Mastercard Foundation BRIDGE-in Agriculture Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the TWAS-CAS Young Scientists Award for Frontier Science 2025. This annual prize, instituted in 2020, recognizes the scientific achievements of young scientists who work and reside in developing countries.
Date Posted: 07 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Field Inclusive Travel Awards 2025. Field Inclusive Travel Awards help support students (undergraduate, masters, doctoral, or postdoc), to attend a scientific conference, training, or workshop. The award helps cover travel expenses, ensuring that students with financial need can access valuable academic and professional opportunities.
Date Posted: 07 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Resilience Innovation through Scaling Entrepreneurship (RISE) Urban Challenge 2025. The Challenge aims to convert innovative urban ideas that are meeting resilience needs in informality contexts and scale them to sustainable ideas.
Date Posted: 06 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the VISA She's Next Grant Program Canada 2025. Visa is empowering women entrepreneurs across Canada, offering twenty $10,000 grants and access to an accelerated mentorship program through Space, York University. Apply now!
Date Posted: 06 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Data Governance in Africa Research Fund 2025. Join the Data Governance in Africa Research Fund to shape data governance and data policies in African countries. The Initiative seeks African-based researchers to study current data governance trends and identify policy recommendations.
Date Posted: 06 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the |TU-Huawei Generation Connect Young Leadership Programme (GCYLP) 2025. The Generation Connect Young Leadership Programme (GCYLP) is an exciting programme to engage, empower, and inspire young digital leaders and changemakers. GCYLP is supporting young visionaries from around the world who propose creative, far-reaching, innovative, and feasible community-driven projects aimed at creating a more inclusive and empowered digital future.
Date Posted: 06 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Africa Fellows in Education Program 2025/2026. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Mar, 2025
Are you a young Black leader passionate about climate justice and transforming your community? The People's Climate Innovation Center (Climate Innovation) is excited to announce the next round of the Young Black Climate Leaders (YBCL) Youth Futures Fund!
Date Posted: 05 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the W.E. Build Accelerator 2025 for Women-led Startups. W.E. (Women Entrepreneurs) Build is a holistic business accelerator designed to level the playing field and help women with limited access to resources and funding. W.E. Build helps founders advance their professional development, achieve personal growth, and build companies that catalyze multigenerational wealth.
Date Posted: 05 Mar, 2025
Are you a dedicated Canadian entrepreneur, startup, or small business owner with a captivating story? Zensurance is offering an amazing opportunity to boost your business growth with the Zensurance Grant 2025. Win up to $10,000 to grow your small business. Apply now!
Date Posted: 05 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the York Black Research Seed Fund 2025. The York Black Research Seed Fund is intended to support new and early career researchers (ECR) who have a project in a development phase and require funds along with mentorship to generate primary results. Emerging researchers may also apply for this fund to further their research project and better position themselves for future funding applications.
Date Posted: 04 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Mama Cash Resilience Fund 2025. The Resilience Fund supports feminist groups, collectives and initiatives that are founded, led, and/or run by people who belong to the communities whose rights they seek to advance.
Date Posted: 04 Mar, 2025
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
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.