Photography 4 Humanity invites amateur and professional photographers worldwide to submit images for its 2026 Global Prize. This year’s theme, “HOME,” asks artists to explore concepts of safety, belonging, and identity in a world shaped by climate change and displacement. The competition is open to individuals at least 18 years of age, and entrants may submit up to five photographs taken within the last three years. The Global Prize recipient receives a US$5 thousand cash award, and their work will be exhibited at the United Nations Headquarters in New York on Human Rights Day. The deadline for submissions is 12 July 2026. Photography 4 Humanity
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Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research — Fellowship Program
The Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR) enables early-career researchers to join a project team from another country for research activities that further our understanding of Antarctica. The fellowship is for PhD students to undertake research at major international laboratories, field facilities, or institutes in SCAR member countries. Applicants should be citizens of both a World Meteorological Organization member country and a developing economy. SCAR will offer three to four fellowships of up to US$15 thousand each. The deadline for fellowship applications is 04 September 2026. Find details
Stockholm International Water Institute — Stockholm Water Prize 2027
The Stockholm Water Prize is awarded annually for outstanding achievements supporting the availability, conservation, and protection of the world’s water resources. The award is open to individuals and organizations of any nationality whose work contributes broadly to the conservation and protection of water resources. The Stockholm Water Prize consists of an award of US$150 thousand and a crystal sculpture. The deadline for nominations is 15 September 2026. Nominate
LHoFT — Catapult: Inclusion LAC
The Luxembourg House of Financial Technology (LHoFT) invites applications for the inaugural edition of Catapult: Inclusion LAC, a bootcamp designed to support fintech startups advancing financial inclusion in Latin America and the Caribbean. The program targets fintech companies in the pre-seed to series A stages that have developed at least a demonstrable minimum viable product and focus on solutions such as agritech, insurtech, or financial education. Selected participants engage in a one-week intensive training and networking program delivered in English, with the potential to proceed to a second week in Luxembourg. While the program does not provide direct cash grants, it is fully funded, covering travel and accommodation costs for one founding member per company. The deadline for applications is 23 September 2026. Details here
Pulitzer Center — Ocean and Fisheries Reporting Grant
The Pulitzer Center invites applications for its Ocean and Fisheries Reporting Grant, which supports in-depth journalism on underreported issues such as illegal fishing, marine pollution, and the impacts of climate change on coastal communities. The program is open to all journalists, including staff reporters, freelancers, photographers, and filmmakers from any country. Proposed projects should focus on systemic threats to marine biodiversity or the global supply chains that drive resource depletion. Grant amounts typically range from US$5 thousand to US$15 thousand, covering hard reporting costs such as travel, lodging, and data analysis. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Ocean and Fisheries Reporting Grant
UNICEF — Sustainable WASH Innovation Hub
UNICEF invites organizations and businesses to share proven solutions that address global challenges in water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH). The program seeks transformative innovations, including new technologies, tools, or business models, that have already demonstrated evidence of impact and have the potential to scale across multiple countries. While UNICEF does not specify a fixed grant amount on the submission page, partners gain access to technical guidance, financial support, and strategic matchmaking within UNICEF’s network of over 190 countries. Submissions are reviewed on a quarterly basis, allowing for ongoing applications throughout the year. Link