The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) supports small-scale, high-impact projects in Benin. Eligible applicants include local non-governmental organizations, community groups, academic institutions, and municipal or national government agencies. Projects must align with thematic priorities such as inclusive governance, peace and security, and economic growth that works for everyone. The average grant size ranges from CAN$45 thousand to CAN$50 thousand, with a maximum allocation of CAN$100 thousand per project. The deadline for applications is 22 May 2026. Know more
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Association of Commonwealth Universities — Fellowships
The Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) provides fellowships for the academic and professional staff to facilitate collaboration at a distance and the creation of valuable new partnerships between ACU member universities across the Commonwealth. ACU provides financial support of up to £5,000 per fellowship. Applications close on 25 June 2026. ACU Fellowships
Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development — Co-Operative Research Program
The Co-operative Research Program (CRP) provides funding for international events (such as conferences, workshops, congresses, and symposia) and research fellowship grants. Applications are invited from research scientists working in agriculture, forestry, or fisheries who would like to conduct research projects abroad or visit international events. The deadline to apply is 10 September 2026. Co-operative Research Program
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in Armenia
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
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