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Applications are open for the Black-Mandated Funding Framework Grant 2024. The Black-Mandated Funding Framework aims to address funding gaps and historical underinvestment in community organizations and groups that serve Toronto's Black communities. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Commonwealth Foundation Grants Programme 2024. Under this call, the Foundation is looking to support projects that seek to facilitate constructive engagement between civil society and government, including civil society participation in policy development and decision making. Apply now!
Date Posted: 04 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the UN WFP PALM Iraq Innovation Challenge 2024. The PALM (Promoting Adaptation through Localized Methods) Iraq Innovation Challenge aims to identify and support local cost-effective solutions, both low-tech and high-tech, to build resilience and enhance climate adaptation of affected communities.
Date Posted: 04 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Wild Animal Initiative Challenge Grants 2024. Wild Animal Initiative's Challenge Grants support researchers exploring critical research questions that will unlock new avenues of wild animal welfare research and are not prioritized by other funders. Apply now!
Date Posted: 03 Oct, 2024
Applications for the BryteBridge Cares Microgrant Program 2024 are now open. The mission of this program is to help nonprofits thrive by providing the education, technology, and expert support they need. Don't miss your chance to receive a $1,000 cash grant or $1,000 in service credits! Apply for the BryteBridge Cares Microgrant Program: Cycle 2.
Date Posted: 03 Oct, 2024
Applications are invited for the Meta Data Center Community Action Grants 2025. Meta's annual Data Center Community Action Grants program provides direct funding to schools, registered nonprofits and community organizations in locations where they have an operational data center. Apply now!
Date Posted: 03 Oct, 2024
Are you an early-stage startup working on innovative climate solutions? Apply now for the Climate Symposium at HBS Startup Pitch Competition 2024. They offer you the chance to accelerate your journey.
Date Posted: 03 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the My 500K Agribusiness Idea Competition 2024. The 500k Agribusiness Idea Competition aims to motivate young entrepreneurs to turn their agribusiness ideas into comprehensive business plans and scale them into thriving ventures, regardless of their initial size. Apply now for this opportunity!
Date Posted: 03 Oct, 2024
The IOM Innovation Facility is a dynamic platform that supports novel and transformative initiatives on migration. By offering seed funding, building innovation capacities, and nurturing an innovation ecosystem, it enables the creation and expansion of impactful and innovative projects. Apply now!
Date Posted: 02 Oct, 2024
Applications for the AAUW International Project Grants 2024/2025 are now open. The International Project Grants support community-based initiatives that advance gender equity for women and girls and that are led by American Association of University Women (AAUW) International Fellowship Alumnae. Apply now!
Date Posted: 02 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the MOPGA Visiting Fellowship Program 2025 for Early Career Researchers. France, as a major player in the fight against climate change and guarantor of the spirit of the Paris Agreement, is launching a new MOPGA visiting fellowship program geared towards strengthening scientific contributions to climate change issues raised by the COPs. Apply now!
Date Posted: 01 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the British Academy International Writing Workshops 2025. The intention of the Writing Workshops is to support early career researchers in developing countries, working to stimulate professional networks, develop research partnerships, encourage skills development, provide advice on career development, and promote the uptake of research emanating from developing countries.
Date Posted: 01 Oct, 2024
Are you a talented early-career scientist who has already produced excellent supervised work, is ready to work independently and shows potential to be a research leader? The ERC Starting Grant could be for you. Apply now!
Date Posted: 30 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the Sholape Animashawun 2024 Academic Scholarship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Sep, 2024
Applications for the Melvin M.S. Goo Writing Fellowship 2025 are now open. The Melvin M.S. Goo Writing Fellowship will award up to three grants to individual journalists, authors, or writers from the United States or China to complete projects that will foster understanding between the two countries.
Date Posted: 28 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the Smithsonian Environmental Justice Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the Smithsonian Climate Change Fellowship. Climate change is dramatically and profoundly altering our planet, and for decades, Smithsonian researchers have been conducting studies and collecting data to understand these changes. Apply now to become a part of this unique opportunity!
Date Posted: 28 Sep, 2024
The GFCF is inviting applications for the third cohort of the #ShiftThePower Fellows, an experimental programme aimed at strengthening the #ShiftThePower movement by supporting and elevating thought leadership and network connectedness among civil society and movement practitioners in the Global South who are deeply immersed in social change at the local level. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the InfoNile Environmental Youth Activism Training Program 2024. InfoNile invites applications from youth activists from the Nile Basin countries (Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Egypt, South Sudan and Sudan) for an activists training program.
Date Posted: 27 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Prince Albert Il of Monaco Foundation Environmental Photography Award 2025. This annual award was created with the aim of rewarding photographers who put their creativity to good use in raising awareness about Earth protection.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 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.