Global Innovation Fund: Funding Innovations to Improve Lives in Developing Countries

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What We Fund At Global Innovation Fund, we are dedicated to seeking out innovations that have the potential to improve the lives of millions of people living in poverty. We believe that innovation can come from anyone, anywhere, and we accept applications from any sector in any developing country. Who Can Apply We welcome applications … Read more

Open Call for Innovation in Southern and Central Africa

The Open Call for Innovation (OCFI) in Southern and Central Africa aims to overcome barriers and promote the production of food with efficient and sustainable use of water and energy. This initiative seeks to address food security, gender equality, and poverty reduction in an environmentally sustainable manner. Individual awards for this program will range from … Read more

The Minor Foundation for Major Challenges: Supporting Climate Communication

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The Minor Foundation for Major Challenges (MFMC) is a Norwegian foundation that is dedicated to supporting climate communication projects that contribute to the transition to a low carbon economy. The foundation’s focus is on projects that promote urgent, large-scale transformation and aim to change policies and practices in public or private institutions. For the period … Read more

GSMA Innovation Fund for Humanitarian Challenges: Applications Now Open

The GSMA Innovation Fund for Humanitarian Challenges is now accepting applications from for-profit small and growing enterprises. With the aim of addressing humanitarian challenges in low- and middle-income countries, this fund seeks to support innovative projects that leverage mobile and digital technology. As global humanitarian needs continue to increase, there is a growing demand for … Read more