Funding Friday
Happy Friday everyone,
This week, we spotlight groundbreaking initiatives across health, renewable energy, cancer research, and sustainable agriculture. From enhancing nutrition monitoring systems to empowering African agritech startups, these global efforts are shaping a better future for communities worldwide.
Have a great weekend,
Jesse
Global
🩺 Enhancing Nutrition Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning in the Health Sector
📝 This program invites organizations and researchers to propose projects that will enhance data collection, analysis, and application for nutrition programs. Successful applicants will receive funding to support innovative approaches aimed at strengthening nutrition policies and interventions, improving health outcomes in targeted regions.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Nutrition Monitoring: How can effective monitoring and evaluation systems improve the outcomes of nutrition programs in underserved communities?
Data-Driven Solutions: What role does data collection and analysis play in shaping more effective nutrition policies and interventions?
Long-Term Health Impact: How can research and learning initiatives contribute to the long-term health improvements of communities affected by malnutrition?
🔗 Enhancing Nutrition Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning in the Health Sector (NUMERL)
⚡ IRENA Youth Forum
📝 The IRENA Youth Forum at the 15th IRENA Assembly is an international platform aimed at empowering young leaders to engage in discussions and initiatives related to renewable energy and sustainable development. The forum provides a unique opportunity for youth from around the world to collaborate with decision-makers, share innovative ideas, and contribute to shaping the future of global energy transitions. Participants will gain insights from energy experts and develop strategies to accelerate the adoption of renewable energy solutions.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Youth Leadership in Renewable Energy: How can young leaders play a pivotal role in shaping the global energy transition and influencing renewable energy policies?
Collaborating with Decision-Makers: What strategies can young innovators adopt to engage effectively with global decision-makers in the energy sector?
Sustainable Development Goals: How can youth-led initiatives contribute to achieving global sustainability goals, especially in the context of renewable energy?
🔗 The New Generation of Decision Makers: IRENA Youth Forum at the 15th IRENA Assembly (2025)
🔬 World Cancer Research Fund International Regular Grant Programme
📝 The World Cancer Research Fund International Regular Grant Programme invites researchers from around the world to apply for funding to support innovative research on the links between diet, nutrition, physical activity, and cancer. This program focuses on cancer prevention and management through evidence-based research and aims to support projects with significant public health implications.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Cancer Prevention through Lifestyle: How can research on diet and physical activity contribute to reducing cancer rates globally?
Public Health Impact: What are the potential global health benefits of improving cancer prevention strategies through nutrition and lifestyle changes?
Policy Influence: How can findings from this research inform public health policies and improve cancer prevention efforts on a global scale?
🔗 World Cancer Research Fund International Regular Grant Programme
🌳 Conservation, Food & Health Foundation Grant
📝 The Conservation, Food, and Health Foundation invites applications from organizations and researchers working on projects that address pressing global challenges in environmental protection, sustainable agriculture, and public health. The grant aims to support initiatives that drive innovation, sustainability, and resilience in these critical areas, with a focus on projects that have a tangible impact on the environment, food systems, and health outcomes.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Environmental Protection and Public Health: How can initiatives focused on protecting the environment contribute to better public health outcomes and sustainable food production?
Sustainable Food Systems: What innovative approaches can be applied to improve food production while reducing environmental impacts?
Global Health and Environment: How can funding help promote the intersection of public health and environmental sustainability, especially in vulnerable communities?
🔗 Grants Available to Protect the Environment, Improve Food Production, and Promote Public Health
Asia Pacific
🌱 Small-Scale Projects- Thailand and Laos
📝 The Small-Scale Projects (SSPs) 2025 in Thailand and Laos support civil society organizations and local communities working on initiatives that contribute to sustainable development, poverty reduction, and environmental conservation. The grant program focuses on small-scale projects that have a direct impact on improving the quality of life for vulnerable populations and addressing pressing local issues. Organizations working on environmental protection, social inclusion, and education are encouraged to apply.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Grassroots Impact: How can small-scale projects contribute to sustainable development and poverty alleviation at the community level in Thailand and Laos?
Environmental and Social Solutions: What innovative approaches can local organizations take to address environmental challenges and promote social inclusion?
Sustainability in Local Development: How can funding for small-scale projects help ensure long-term sustainability and resilience in local communities?
🔗 Small-Scale Projects (SSPs) 2025 in Thailand and Laos
📰 Journalist Fellowship for Infrastructure Reporting in SE Asia
📝 The Journalist Fellowship for Infrastructure Reporting in Southeast Asia 2024-2025 invites journalists from Southeast Asia to apply for a fellowship aimed at enhancing their reporting skills on infrastructure development in the region. The fellowship provides funding, mentorship, and training to help journalists produce impactful stories on infrastructure projects and their effects on communities, economies, and the environment.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Infrastructure and Communities: How can journalism help shed light on the impacts of infrastructure projects on communities and the environment in Southeast Asia?
Journalism and Accountability: What role can investigative journalism play in promoting transparency and accountability in infrastructure development?
Skill Development for Journalists: How can fellowships like this one help journalists develop specialized skills to report on complex infrastructure issues?
🔗 Journalist Fellowship for Infrastructure Reporting in Southeast Asia 2024-2025
🎬 Guwahati Asian Film Festival
📝 The Guwahati Asian Film Festival 2025 is now accepting film submissions from across Asia. This festival aims to celebrate and promote Asian cinema, showcasing a diverse range of films that reflect the cultural, social, and artistic expressions of Asian filmmakers. The festival provides an opportunity for emerging and established filmmakers to gain exposure and connect with a wider audience, while also competing for various awards and recognition.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Cultural Expression through Film: How can film festivals like Guwahati Asian Film Festival provide a platform for diverse cultural narratives and artistic expressions across Asia?
Filmmaker Recognition: What opportunities do film festivals offer emerging filmmakers in terms of exposure, networking, and potential international recognition?
Cinema as a Cultural Bridge: How can Asian film festivals help bridge cultural gaps and foster understanding through storytelling?
🔗 Guwahati Asian Film Festival 2025 - Call for Submissions
Africa
💊 PEPFAR Community Grants Program- Kenya
📝 The PEPFAR Community Grants Program in Kenya offers funding to community-based organizations (CBOs) that are working to combat HIV/AIDS. This program aims to support initiatives that provide care, prevention, and support services for people living with HIV, as well as those affected by the epidemic. Eligible organizations can apply for grants of up to USD 15,000 to enhance their community-based efforts and contribute to the overall goal of reducing the impact of HIV/AIDS in Kenya.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Community-Level Impact: How can community-based organizations in Kenya maximize the effectiveness of small-scale grants in the fight against HIV/AIDS?
Sustainability of HIV/AIDS Programs: What strategies can CBOs employ to ensure the sustainability and long-term impact of their HIV prevention and care programs?
Partnerships for Greater Impact: How can partnerships between CBOs, governments, and international donors strengthen the response to HIV/AIDS in Kenya?
🔗 PEPFAR Community Grants Program for Kenya - Call for Applications
☀️ Halcyon Climate Resilience & Food Security
📝 The Halcyon Climate Resilience & Food Security in Africa Fellowship 2025 is designed to support African entrepreneurs working on innovative solutions in the areas of climate resilience and food security. This fellowship provides early-stage startups with funding, mentorship, and access to networks of investors and experts. Selected fellows will develop and scale projects that address food insecurity and promote climate resilience across Africa.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Climate Resilience in Africa: How can entrepreneurship and innovation help strengthen climate resilience in African communities?
Food Security Solutions: What are the most pressing food security challenges in Africa, and how can startups create impactful solutions?
Support for African Entrepreneurs: How can programs like the Halcyon Fellowship empower African entrepreneurs to scale their climate and food security projects?
🔗 Halcyon Climate Resilience & Food Security in Africa Fellowship 2025
🌾 MEST Africa Challenge
📝 The MEST Africa Challenge 2024 is a premier pitch competition for emerging tech entrepreneurs from 14 West African countries. Focused on early-stage agritech startups, it offers $50,000 in equity investment, access to MEST resources, and a year of business coaching.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Agritech Innovation: How can the MEST Africa Challenge 2024 leverage technology-driven solutions to enhance agricultural productivity and sustainability across Africa?
Supporting African Startups: What role do funding and mentorship, as provided by initiatives like the MEST Africa Challenge, play in empowering agritech startups to scale and address food security issues in Africa?
Sustainable Agriculture: How can agritech innovations foster long-term sustainability and resilience in Africa’s agricultural systems through support from the MEST Africa Challenge?