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Applications are now open for the Orange Corners Ghana Accelerator Cohort 10 Programme. In partnership with Fidelity Bank, Emergent Payments, Friesland Campina, Vivo Energy Ghana, Meridian Port Services (MPS), Koudijs, Peoples Pension Trust, and Cargill, the programme aims to support the growth of ambitious entrepreneurs while nurturing Ghana’s entrepreneurship ecosystem.
Date Posted: 07 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Fast Forward Startup Accelerator 2025. Need to raise money? They will teach you how. Want to learn about building a board? Hiring technical talent? They can help you with that too. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Aug, 2024
Applications for the SustainE Young Researchers Award 2024 are now open. The SustainE Young Researchers Award aims to recognize and reward outstanding research in sustainability by young scholars. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Whitley Awards 2025 for Grassroots Conservation Leaders. The Whitley Awards fund grassroots conservation leaders in the Global South and put an international spotlight on winners' work. Click here to learn more about this grant opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Charlemagne Prize Fellowship 2024. The Charlemagne Prize Fellowship is an endowed one-year non-resident programme of the European Charlemagne Prize Academy, addressing European junior researchers, next-generation policy experts, innovators, and thought leaders that work toward a better European Union.
Date Posted: 06 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 CSIR Department of Science and Innovation Inter-Programme Bursary Scheme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Aug, 2024
Application for the 2024 Senator Karimi Scholarship Bursary is now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Investigative Reporters & Editors Freelance Fellowship 2024. The fellowship provides cash awards to assist independent journalists with investigative projects. Click here to learn more about this fellowship and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 South African National Parks (SANParks) external bursary programme. The South African National Parks (SANParks) is looking for aspiring youth entering their first year of undergraduate studies in the 2025 academic year to join their external bursary programme.
Date Posted: 03 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Earth Company Impact Hero Class of 2025. The world needs more changemakers who can solve the world's most pressing issues and create a regenerative world that holistically enhances planetary well-being. They are called Impact Heroes.
Date Posted: 03 Aug, 2024
AgroHack Challenge is seeking innovative ideas across the agriculture industry's value chain. These ideas will be accelerated to create new opportunities for many young Nigerians. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the International Youth Math Challenge 2024. This opportunity is open to high school students from all over the world.
Date Posted: 02 Aug, 2024
What opportunities are available to support the brightest minds from around the world? The Global Excellence Scholarship (GES) at the University of Minnesota is a golden opportunity. This scholarship offers substantial support to outstanding international first-year students and transfer students.
Date Posted: 02 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the ‘First 500 Scholarship’ of Kent University for international undergraduate applicants for 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Aug, 2024
The International Centre for Counter-Terrorism (ICCT) is looking for a Visiting Fellow to support its research activities in the fall of 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the Women Of The South Speak Out Fellowship (WOSSO) Fellowship For The Asia-Pacific. WOSSO will offer fellowships to young women from the Global South, including the Asia-Pacific between the ages of 18 and 35 over an initial 18 month period starting from August 2024.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Charles Bullard Fellowship in Forest Research 2025-2026. Harvard University awards a limited number of Bullard Fellowships annually to individuals representing a variety of disciplines and approaches to the study of forested ecosystems. These full-time residential fellowships allow individuals to foster their scientific and professional growth and to contribute to research on forests at Harvard.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
Applications are invited for the Magmatic School of Environmental Journalism 2024/2025. Six to nine early-career journalists based in southern Europe will be selected to participate in this hands-on five-month program. The program aims to enhance their skills in environmental reporting and narrative writing while expanding their portfolios.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
Aftershoot, an industry leading post-processing software for photographers, announces the launch of its grant program - Aftershoot Create Together Fund 2024. This path breaking initiative aims to support photographers in building and nurturing local photography communities through workshops, photowalks, model shoots, meetups, and other such offline events.
Date Posted: 01 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Kokyo Design Award 2025. The Kokyo Design Award is an international competition for product design that aims to co-create with talented designers and support their activities.
Date Posted: 31 Jul, 2024
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.