The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) supports small-scale, high-impact projects in Armenia that focus on inclusive governance, peace and security, and climate action. Local non-governmental organizations, academic institutions, and municipal government bodies are eligible to apply, provided their projects are community-driven. For the 2026 cycle, average grant contributions range from CAN$30 thousand to CAN$60 thousand, with a maximum possible allocation of CAN$100 thousand. Funding can support initiatives spanning up to two years, addressing priorities such as conflict prevention and water management. The deadline for submission is 15 May 2026. CFLI Armenia
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The Pollination Project — Seed Capital for Community Projects Worldwide
The Pollination Project offers seed funding of up to US$1 thousand to compassion-driven individuals, informally organized groups and organizations, and formally registered or incorporated non-profit organizations based anywhere in the world. Topics for projects include education, clean water, afforestation, animal advocacy, and many others. The Pollination Project welcomes applications on a rolling basis. Program Overview
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in the Caribbean Islands
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) provides funding for small-scale, high-impact projects in Dominica, Grenada, Saint Lucia, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. The program supports initiatives designed by local partners that address thematic priorities such as peace and security or inclusive economic growth. Eligible applicants include local non-governmental organizations, community groups, academic institutions, and municipal or national government agencies. The average grant ranges from CAN$30 thousand to CAN$60 thousand, with a maximum limit of CAN$100 thousand per project. The deadline for applications is 30 April 2026. More
D-Prize — Funding Entrepreneurs to Alleviate Poverty
The D-Prize funds pilot projects that more widely distribute relatively low-cost products and services in the fight against poverty. The current challenges include social enterprises for innovations in specified themes of agriculture; energy; WASH; and several other categories. The D-Prize will award 30 teams with up to US$20 thousand each to launch nonprofits or social ventures that can distribute proven poverty interventions to people in need. Eligibility to compete extends to entrepreneurs anywhere in the world and of any age or background. The D-Prize invites concept notes before 17 May (early deadline); 07 June (regular deadline); or 28 June 2026 (limited extension). Link to D-Prize
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in Moldova
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) invites proposals that meet the needs of local communities in the Republic of Moldova. Eligible recipients include local non-governmental organizations, academic institutions, and municipal or national government agencies. Projects must align with thematic priorities such as democratic governance, peace and security, or inclusive economic growth, with a cross-cutting focus on gender equality. While the maximum allocation is CAN$100 thousand, typical contributions range between CAN$30 thousand and CAN$60 thousand. The deadline for applications is 17 April 2026. CFLI Moldova
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in Mongolia
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) invites proposals that meet the needs of local communities in Mongolia. The priorities under this call include women’s economic rights, decent jobs and entrepreneurship, and investing in the poorest and most vulnerable (which may include agriculture or aquaculture projects), as well as environment, climate action focusing on adaptation and mitigation, and water management. The average contribution is C$15 thousand to C$30 thousand per project. Eligibility extends to not-for-profit local, national, or community-based organizations. The deadline for submission is 17 April 2026. CFLI Mongolia
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in Morocco and Mauritania
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) supports small-scale, high-impact projects designed by local partners in Morocco and Mauritania. Funding is primarily available to local, national, or community-based non-governmental organizations and municipal or national government institutions. Projects must align with thematic priorities such as inclusive governance, gender equality, environmental action, or peace and security. Contributions typically range from CAN$20 thousand to CAN$50 thousand per project. The deadline for applications is 01 May 2026. CFLI Morocco
Stiftung Entrepreneurship — Citizen Entrepreneurship Competition 2026
The Citizen Entrepreneurship Competition (CEC) invites entrepreneurs from all around the world to submit innovative answers and ideas to solve the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Young entrepreneurs (age 15-35) submit their ideas and projects in the Youth Citizen Entrepreneurship category. Entrepreneurs over 30 years apply to the Adult Citizen Entrepreneurship category. The winners receive a certificate and international recognition. The deadline for entries is 05 June 2026. About the competition
Global Green Growth Institute — Sustainable and Inclusive Growth
The Global Green Growth Institute invites applications for the sixth call of the BIMP-EAGA–Republic of Korea Cooperation Fund, which supports projects that drive green growth and inclusive development. The program focuses on four priority sectors: environment, connectivity, tourism, and agriculture and fisheries. Eligible applicants include government agencies, public institutions, academic and research institutes, non-governmental organizations, and private sector entities based in South Korea or the BIMP-EAGA region (Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines). Grant amounts range from a minimum of US$100 thousand for one-year projects to a maximum of US$500 thousand for two-year engagements, while multi-country projects may receive up to US$250 thousand per country. The deadline for applications is 27 March 2026. Link
Caribbean Biodiversity Fund — Blue Economy Financing
The Caribbean Biodiversity Fund invites applications for its Caribbean BluEFin project, which supports innovative blue economy initiatives that strengthen nature-based economic opportunities while generating measurable biodiversity and climate resilience benefits. The program focuses on sustainable blue carbon, nature-based solutions, and circular economy approaches to reduce marine pollution. Eligible applicants must be legally registered in one of the five participating countries: the Bahamas, the Dominican Republic, Grenada, Saint Lucia, or Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Grants range from US$200 thousand to US$250 thousand per project for initiatives with a duration of six to 12 months. The deadline for applications is 31 March 2026. Blue Economy Financing