Grants, and Funding Opportunities for Entrepreneurs


Call for Nominations: U.S. Chamber Foundation Citizens Awards 2025

Call for Nominations: U.S. Chamber Foundation Citizens Awards 2025

Apply for U.S. Chamber Foundation Citizens Awards 2025 - 2026. Nominations are invited for the U.S. Chamber Foundation Citizens Aw.

07 May, 2025 Deadline: 20 Jun, 2025


Call for Applications: Capacity-Building Programme for Women Energy Entrepreneurs in the SADC Region 2025

Call for Applications: Capacity-Building Programme for Women Energy Entrepreneurs in the SADC Region 2025

The Global Women's Network for the Energy Transition (GWNET), in collaboration with the SADC Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (SACREEE) is proud to launch. This entrepreneurship capacity-building programme is dedicated to advancing the careers of women energy entrepreneurs from the SADC region

07 May, 2025 Deadline: 20 May, 2025


Swiss Re Foundation Bridge for Billions 2025 Changemakers Africa Incubation Programme

Swiss Re Foundation Bridge for Billions 2025 Changemakers Africa Incubation Programme

Apply for Swiss Re Foundation Changemakers Africa Incubation Programme . The Swiss Re Foundation, in partnership with Bridge for Billions, invites you to

06 May, 2025 Deadline: 28 May, 2025


2025 Idea Hatch (iHatch) Startup Incubation Programme

2025 Idea Hatch (iHatch) Startup Incubation Programme

Are you searching for iHatch Startup Incubation Programme 2025. This page contains iHatch Startup Incubation Programme application form, requirements, benefits and application deadline. Apply now

05 May, 2025 Deadline: 10 May, 2025


African Women's Development Fund (AWDF) Siza Grant Program 2025 (Up to $15,000)

African Women's Development Fund (AWDF) Siza Grant Program 2025 (Up to $15,000)

Applications are open for the African Women's Development Fund (AWDF) Siza Grant Program 2025. "Siza" is a Zulu word that means assistance or help and creates a sense of community and collective care. Apply now!

02 May, 2025 Deadline: 27 May, 2025


Call for Applications: Fetola Fire Programme for Entrepreneurs 2025

Call for Applications: Fetola Fire Programme for Entrepreneurs 2025

Apply for Fetola Programme . Fetola Fire (Fuelling Investment and Rapid Expansion), supported by JPMorgan , is designed to help 60 black-owned and managed

02 May, 2025 Deadline: 16 May, 2025


Reckitt Lead2030 Challenge for SDG 6 | Win $50,000 | OYW Summit

Reckitt Lead2030 Challenge for SDG 6 | Win $50,000 | OYW Summit

Looking for a chance to participate in any international conference? If yes, then the Reckitt Lead2030 Challenge for SDG 6 is currently accepting applications. Apply now for the Reckitt Lead2030 Challenge and get a chance to participate in One Young World Summit 2025 in Germany.

02 May, 2025 Deadline: 26 May, 2025


GNBCC Women in Business (WIB) Mentorship Program 2025

GNBCC Women in Business (WIB) Mentorship Program 2025

Through mentorship, training, and networking, the program seeks to create an ecosystem where women can thrive and redefine the narrative of success. This

01 May, 2025 Deadline: 09 May, 2025


Call for Applications: COAL 2025 Grassroots Accelerated Education Micro Grant

Call for Applications: COAL 2025 Grassroots Accelerated Education Micro Grant

Apply for Custodians of African Literature (COAL) Grassroots Accelerated Education Micro Grant. The Custodians of African Literature (COAL) through the Grassroots

01 May, 2025 Deadline: 16 May, 2025


IRENA NewGen Renewable Energy Accelerator (NewGen) Programme 2025

IRENA NewGen Renewable Energy Accelerator (NewGen) Programme 2025

Apply for International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) NewGen Renewable Energy Accelerator (NewGen) Programme

30 April, 2025 Deadline: 10 May, 2025


Amazon Small Business Grants 2025 ($25,000 grant)

Amazon Small Business Grants 2025 ($25,000 grant)

Amazon Business is awarding over $250,000 in monetary grants and prizes to support the growth of 15 small businesses. Existing Amazon Business small business customers based in the US with annual revenues of $1 million or less and have made a purchase on Amazon Business within the 12 months preceding May 1, 2025 can apply for a grant.

30 April, 2025 Deadline: 23 May, 2025


Call For Applications: WTO & ITC Launch 2025 WEIDE Fund to Empower Women-Led Businesses in the Digital Economy (Up To USD 30,000 Grant)

Call For Applications: WTO & ITC Launch 2025 WEIDE Fund to Empower Women-Led Businesses in the Digital Economy (Up To USD 30,000 Grant)

Applications are open for the WEIDE Fund, offering grants of up to USD 30,000 for women entrepreneurs to enhance their digital and export capabilities, alongside mentorship and access to global business networks. Apply Today:

28 April, 2025 Deadline: 18 May, 2025


Standard Chartered Futuremakers Women in Technology Program 2025($10,000 catalytic grant )

Standard Chartered Futuremakers Women in Technology Program 2025($10,000 catalytic grant )

Apply for a $10,000 catalytic grant from the Standard Chartered Futuremakers Women in Technology Program. The Futuremakers Women in Tech (WiT) Uganda Program is a transformative initiative designed

28 April, 2025 Deadline: 30 May, 2025


$50,000 Up for Grabs! GoGettaz Agripreneur Competition 2025 Opens for Young Africans—Apply!

$50,000 Up for Grabs! GoGettaz Agripreneur Competition 2025 Opens for Young Africans—Apply!

Are you an agripreneur leading the charge against these pressing issues? Do you have a transformative venture that’s making waves in the agrifood landscape?

The GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition 2025 is calling on young African agripreneurs with innovative ventures to compete for $100,000 in prizes and exclusive opportunities to pitch at the Africa Food Systems Forum Summit. Apply below:


27 April, 2025 Deadline: 10 Jun, 2025


New Commons Challenge 2025 for Global Changemakers ($100,000 in funding)

New Commons Challenge 2025 for Global Changemakers ($100,000 in funding)

Applications are open for the New Commons Challenge 2025. The New Commons Challenge is an initiative led by Microsoft and the Open Data Policy Lab, in partnership with DirectRelief, the Harvard Institutional Data Initiative, and UNESCO (international observer).

26 April, 2025 Deadline: 02 Jun, 2025


Lee Kuan Yew Global Business Plan Competition 2025 (Up to $1 Million in Prizes)

Lee Kuan Yew Global Business Plan Competition 2025 (Up to $1 Million in Prizes)

Applications are open for the Lee Kuan Yew Global Business Plan Competition 2025. Named in honor of Singapore's founding Prime Minister - who can be said to have developed the country's defining business plan in pitching Singapore into the global spotlight—it was one of the first international business plan competition platforms for the world's best and brightest next-gen innovators to solve global challenges.

26 April, 2025 Deadline: 30 Apr, 2025


Google for Startups Al Academy : American Infrastructure 2025 [U.S. Only]

Google for Startups Al Academy : American Infrastructure 2025 [U.S. Only]

Applications are open for the Google for Startups Al Academy: American Infrastructure 2025. The Google for Startups Al Academy: American Infrastructure is a four-month program designed for Seed to Series A startups that use Al to create solutions for vital sectors like agriculture, housing, transportation, cybersecurity, manufacturing, and education in the U.S.

25 April, 2025 Deadline: 13 May, 2025


Islamic Development Bank (ISDB) Young Professionals Program 2025

Islamic Development Bank (ISDB) Young Professionals Program 2025

Apply for the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Young Professionals Program. The Young Professionals Program (YPP) is an entry-level talent development program that

25 April, 2025 Deadline: 31 May, 2025


Apply Now: UNICEF StartUp Lab Accelerator Programme 2025 for Ghanaians

Apply Now: UNICEF StartUp Lab Accelerator Programme 2025 for Ghanaians

Apply for the United Nations Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) StartUp Lab Accelerator Programme. UNICEF StartUp Lab is looking for 25 bold, innovative, tech-driven

24 April, 2025 Deadline: 15 May, 2025


The UNFPA 2025 Equalizer Challenge: Scaling Women’s Health Innovations

The UNFPA 2025 Equalizer Challenge: Scaling Women’s Health Innovations

Applications are ongoing for the 2025 UNFPA Equalizer Challenge: Scaling Women’s Health Innovations. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.

23 April, 2025 Deadline: 04 May, 2025


Amazon Literary Partnership Grant 2025 for Nonprofits in the U.S. (up to $20,000)

Amazon Literary Partnership Grant 2025 for Nonprofits in the U.S. (up to $20,000)

Applications are open for the Amazon Literary Partnership Grant 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.

23 April, 2025 Deadline: 18 May, 2025


Climate Launchpad green business ideas competition 2025 for young Entrepreneurs.

Climate Launchpad green business ideas competition 2025 for young Entrepreneurs.

Applications are now open for the 2025 ClimateLaunchpad green business ideas competition.

20 April, 2025 No deadline specified


CanExport SMEs Program 2025 (up to $50,000)

CanExport SMEs Program 2025 (up to $50,000)

Applications for the CanExport SMEs Program 2025 are ongoing. The CanExport SMEs program of Canada's Trade Commissioner Service is designed to encourage small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to export Canadian goods and services to new international markets.

20 April, 2025 Deadline: 31 May, 2025


Mondadori PLAI Scale Up Program 2025

Mondadori PLAI Scale Up Program 2025

Applications are open for the Mondadori PLAI Scale Up Program 2025. The PLAI Scale Up Program is designed for AI-driven companies ready for their next growth phase

19 April, 2025 Deadline: 15 May, 2025


The Intel Community Reach Program 2025

The Intel Community Reach Program 2025

Intel is making a call for proposals for projects that can enable populations in underserved areas (and/or communities) in the member states of the African Union to have access to education, including in STEM, healthcare, agriculture, environmental services, fintech solutions, or digital skills readiness; for financial, social, and tech equity; using or planning to use Artificial Intelligence (AI), especially at the Edge with AI PC and/or broadband connectivity. You will have the opportunity to get our technical, capacity-building, and consultancy support for your respective project

19 April, 2025 Deadline: 13 Jun, 2025


Call for Applications: D-Prize Challenge for Social Entrepreneurs to fight Poverty 2025

Call for Applications: D-Prize Challenge for Social Entrepreneurs to fight Poverty 2025

Apply for the D-Prize Challenge. Applications are now open for the D-Prize Challenge for Social Entrepreneurs to fight Poverty 2025. The D-Prize award startup..

19 April, 2025 Deadline: 29 Jun, 2025


Mondadori PLAI Acceleration Program 2025

Mondadori PLAI Acceleration Program 2025

Applications are open for the Mondadori PLAI Acceleration Program 2025. The PLAI Accelerator is committed to revolutionizing the Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAl) landscape, combining scientific rigor with entrepreneurial vision to drive progress and equip startups to meet the growing demand for sustainable solutions.

18 April, 2025 Deadline: 15 May, 2025


Call for Applications: Global Peace Photo Award 2025

Call for Applications: Global Peace Photo Award 2025

Apply for Global Peace Photo Award Global Peace Photo Award . The Global Peace Photo Award recognizes and promotes photographers from all over the world whose.

18 April, 2025 Deadline: 18 May, 2025


Digital ChangeMakers for Women Entrepreneurs Incubation Program 2025

Digital ChangeMakers for Women Entrepreneurs Incubation Program 2025

Applications are open for the Digital ChangeMakers for Women Entrepreneurs Incubation Program 2025. This project aims to equip women-led micro-enterprises with tailored digital solutions, enabling them to adopt innovative products that meet their needs and foster growth and innovation.

18 April, 2025 Deadline: 26 Apr, 2025


One Young World Summit Brandtech Group AI for Good Scholarship 2025

One Young World Summit Brandtech Group AI for Good Scholarship 2025

One Young World Summit Brandtech Group AI for Good Scholarship 2025


18 April, 2025 Deadline: 26 May, 2025



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