Entrepreneurs, nonprofits, researchers, and social innovators have a wide range of grant and funding opportunities this September. From AI-driven projects to grassroots women’s rights initiatives, here are some of the top global opportunities you should not miss:
September 2025 Global Grants & Funding Opportunities for Entrepreneurs, NGOs, and Researchers
1. Salesforce Accelerator
Salesforce is providing funding support to nonprofits for building custom AI solutions.
Deadline: September 10
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2. UNESCO Human Rights Prize
The Commission Nationale Française pour l’UNESCO is awarding €70,000 for projects that protect children’s rights and combat exploitation.
Deadline: September 14
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3. Vital Impacts Environmental Photography Grants
One photographer will receive $20,000, while six others will get $5,000 each to support impactful environmental photography projects.
Deadline: September 15
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4. Czech Embassy in Pretoria – Small-Scale Development Projects
Funding available for initiatives in Angola, Botswana, Eswatini, Madagascar, Mauritius, Mozambique, Lesotho, Namibia, and South Africa.
Deadline: September 15
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5. GTIA Global Grants
The Global Technology Industry Association is offering $25,000–$50,000 to nonprofits and schools using technology to uplift under-resourced communities worldwide.
Deadline: September 15
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6. Challenge Works (Nesta) – Good Start Challenge
Up to 22 teams can win €50,000, while 6 teams will receive €200,000 for solutions that support parents and caregivers in disadvantaged communities across Latin America, Africa, and Asia. Eligible applicants include NGOs, startups, CBOs, and SMEs.
Deadline: September 17
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7. Harvard CID GEM Incubation Fund
Funding research, policy, and tool development for AI in emerging economies. Open to LMICs, with priority for Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
Deadline: September 19
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8. TREE Fund – John Z. Duling Grant
Up to $15,000 for research and technology projects benefiting arborists and tree care.
Deadline: September 15
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9. International AIDS Society Community Project Grants
Up to $10,000 for projects supporting communities in Brazil, Latin America, and the Caribbean.
Deadline: September 19
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10. Womankind Worldwide – Her Voice Fund
Grants for feminist groups in the Global South advocating for women facing intersecting marginalisation, including disabilities, LBTQI+, youth, and incarcerated women.
Deadline: September 25
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11. SAIS Investment Readiness Programme
For African tech startups in agriculture, food, and climate innovation, offering investment readiness support.
Deadline: September 28
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12. Global Focus – Claim Your Space Grants
Supporting civil society organisations and human rights defenders at risk in the Global South.
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13. UK Youth – Active Futures Cohort
Up to £15,200 for UK-based organisations engaging youth through sports and outdoor learning initiatives.
Deadline: September 25
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14. Future of Capitalism Tech Startup Competition
Offering up to $1 million in investment plus a $25,000 cash prize for innovative startups reimagining the future of capitalism.
Deadline: September 26
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15. PepsiCo Foundation & National Geographic – Agriculture Resilience Grants
Funding of up to $150,000 USD for projects that build resilience in agriculture.
Deadline: September 30
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16. Indiana University – Emerging Scholars Research Program
A $4,500 grant for early-career Sub-Saharan African researchers exploring philanthropy and higher education.
Deadline: September 28
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Final Note
These funding calls highlight the growing global commitment to social innovation, women’s rights, technology, climate resilience, and inclusive growth. Entrepreneurs, NGOs, and researchers are encouraged to apply early and align their proposals with the goals of each program.
