Funding Sunday
I'm tired and forgot to send this on Friday...
Happy Sunday!
I hope you're doing well this week. Personally, I'm still processing the impact of the USAID stop-work order. We’re hanging in there, but Glean had to start layoffs for our Cambodia office. It’s been a brutal week, but I am hopeful we’ll be able to bring everyone back. So many in our community are out of work or doing everything they can to secure funding. I hope this week's funding roundup helps you or your organization find the support you need.
Wishing you a great week,
Jesse
Global
🌍 LDC Climate Resilience Prize 2025
📝 The LDC Climate Resilience Prize 2025 recognizes and supports innovative solutions that enhance climate resilience in Least Developed Countries (LDCs). This prize aims to highlight projects that address climate-related challenges and promote sustainable adaptation strategies.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Climate Resilience: How can businesses and organizations contribute to building climate resilience in LDCs?
Innovation in Sustainability: What are some groundbreaking approaches to tackling climate change impacts in vulnerable regions?
Scalability of Solutions: How can winning projects be expanded or replicated in other LDCs to maximize impact?
🔗 LDC Climate Resilience Prize 2025 - Funds for Companies
🤖 GSMA Innovation Fund for Impactful AI
📝 The GSMA Innovation Fund for Impactful AI supports startups and small businesses using artificial intelligence (AI) to drive positive social and environmental impact. This initiative aims to accelerate AI-driven solutions that enhance digital inclusion, economic growth, and sustainability.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
AI for Good: How can AI be leveraged to address global challenges like climate change, healthcare, and financial inclusion?
Scaling AI Innovations: What are the key factors that determine whether an AI-driven solution can be successfully scaled?
Ethical AI: How can businesses ensure responsible and unbiased AI development while maximizing impact?
🔗 GSMA Innovation Fund for Impactful AI
🥦 World Food Prize Foundation: Innovate for Impact Challenge
📝 The Innovate for Impact Challenge by the World Food Prize Foundation seeks groundbreaking solutions to global food security challenges. This initiative encourages innovation in agriculture, nutrition, and sustainable food production to combat hunger and promote food resilience worldwide.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Food Security Innovation: How can technology and innovation enhance food security in developing regions?
Sustainable Agriculture: What are the most effective sustainable farming practices to combat climate change?
Scalability of Solutions: How can small-scale food security innovations be expanded for global impact?
🔗 World Food Prize Foundation: Innovate for Impact Challenge
☁️ Impact 2035: Shape the Future with OVHcloud Challenge
📝 The Impact 2035 Challenge by OVHcloud supports startups and innovators working on cloud-based solutions for sustainability, digital inclusion, and technological advancement. The challenge seeks groundbreaking ideas that harness cloud computing to address global challenges and create a positive impact.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Cloud Innovation for Impact: How can cloud computing drive sustainability and social good?
Digital Transformation: What role does cloud technology play in accelerating innovation for businesses and communities?
Scalability and Security: How can startups ensure secure and scalable cloud solutions while maximizing impact?
🔗 Impact 2035: Shape the Future with OVHcloud Challenge
Asia Pacific
🚀 Open Challenge Program (OCP 6.0) – India
📝 The Open Challenge Program (OCP 6.0) in India is designed to support startups and entrepreneurs by providing funding, mentorship, and business development resources. This initiative encourages innovation in technology, sustainability, and social impact.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Startup Ecosystem: How can early-stage startups leverage this program to scale their businesses?
Innovation & Growth: What are the key sectors that benefit most from startup funding initiatives like OCP 6.0?
Sustainability & Technology: How can startups integrate sustainability and technology to create impactful business models?
🔗 Open Challenge Program (OCP 6.0) – India
📚 Industry-Academia Research & Development Programme
📝 The Industry-Academia Research & Development Programme promotes collaboration between academic institutions and industries to drive innovation and technological advancements. This initiative aims to bridge the gap between research and commercial application, fostering economic growth and industrial development.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Bridging Academia and Industry: How can partnerships between universities and industries accelerate innovation?
Technology Transfer: What are the challenges in translating academic research into real-world industrial applications?
Funding for R&D: How can businesses leverage research grants to stay competitive in the evolving tech landscape?
🔗 Industry-Academia Research & Development Programme
Africa
🌿 Building Resilience Against Climate and Environmental Shocks Program
📝 The Building Resilience Against Climate and Environmental Shocks Program aims to support African businesses and organizations in mitigating climate and environmental challenges. The program provides funding and resources to enhance resilience against climate shocks, ensuring sustainable economic and environmental practices.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Climate Resilience: What innovative approaches can businesses implement to adapt to climate shocks?
Sustainable Solutions: How can African enterprises leverage this program to build long-term sustainability?
Scalability of Impact: What strategies can be used to expand climate resilience projects across different regions in Africa?
🔗 Building Resilience Against Climate and Environmental Shocks Program (Africa)
🎨 Orange Corners Designs Programme- South Africa
📝 The Orange Corners Designs Programme in South Africa supports young entrepreneurs in the creative industry by providing business training, mentorship, and funding opportunities. This initiative aims to foster innovation, design, and entrepreneurship in the region.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Creative Industry Growth: How can young designers and entrepreneurs leverage this program to scale their businesses?
Innovation in Design: What role does design play in driving economic development in South Africa?
Entrepreneurship Support: What are the biggest challenges for startups in the creative sector, and how can they be addressed?
🔗 Orange Corners Designs Programme (South Africa) - Funds for Companies
🩺 AFSA Capacity Building Impact on Community Organizations- South Africa
📝 The AIDS Foundation of South Africa (AFSA) is looking for a consultant to evaluate the impact of its capacity-building programs on community-based organizations (CBOs). The assessment will help improve future initiatives by analyzing effectiveness and sustainability in strengthening CBOs in South Africa.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Capacity Building Impact: How can NGOs measure the long-term success of their training and development programs?
Sustainability of Community-Based Organizations: What are the key factors in ensuring CBOs continue to thrive after receiving support?
Improving NGO Support Programs: How can evaluation findings shape better funding and training models for grassroots organizations?
🔗 AFSA Seeks Consultant to Evaluate Capacity Building Impact on Community Organizations (South Africa)
💡 Investing in Innovation Program 2025
📝 The Investing in Innovation (i3) Program 2025 supports African health supply chain startups by providing funding, mentorship, and networking opportunities. This initiative accelerates innovative solutions that enhance healthcare access and improve supply chain efficiency across the continent.
🤔 Thought-Provoking Questions and Insights
Health Supply Chain Innovation: How can technology transform healthcare supply chains in Africa?
Scalability of Health Solutions: What are the challenges in expanding health-tech startups across African markets?
Public-Private Collaboration: How can governments and private investors work together to improve healthcare infrastructure?