The Tarbell Fellowship is a one-year fellowship program for young journalists from around the globe. It is a golden chance for early-career journalists to improve their skills by covering emerging technologies, especially AI (artificial intelligence). Apply today!
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2024
Applications are invited for the Documentary Africa (DOcA) Grants 2024 for African Filmmakers. This opportunity provides financial support for the development, production, post-production and impact-production of documentary films to filmmakers and producers from the African continent.
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the American Association of University Women (AAUW) Career Development Grants 2025. The Career Development Grants supports the career progression of women by providing funding to women preparing to advance or change careers or re-enter the workforce.
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 CSIR-SASOL Foundation Bursary Programme. The CSIR bursary programme financially supports full-time, unemployed students in obtaining qualifications in areas that are deemed a priority by the CSIR.
Date Posted: 04 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Thomson Reuters Regional Virtual Training on Illicit Finance in Africa 2024. Thomson Reuters Foundation is looking for journalists based anywhere in Africa who are motivated to understand how their country could be losing money via illicit means. Apply for this training now!
Date Posted: 04 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future Fellowship Program 2025-2026. The program's long-term goal is to accelerate gender equality in STEM by generating conditions that result in more women pursuing scientific careers through alleviating some of the barriers they encounter when enrolling in STEM disciplines.
Date Posted: 04 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 British American Tobacco Nigeria Foundation (BATNF) Farmers for the Future (F4F) Grant.The Farmers for the Future (F4F) Grant is an Agricultural Entrepreneurship grant designed to support young people with viable Agri-Business with equity-free capital and other associated support they may require to scale their businesses.
Date Posted: 03 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars Fellowships. The Wilson Center invites scholars, practitioners, journalists and public intellectuals to take part in its flagship international Fellowship Program and to take advantage of the opportunity to engage actively in the Center’s national mission.
Date Posted: 03 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Louisville Institute Grant 2025 for Researchers. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Just One More Foundation Grants 2024. Just One More Foundation is dedicated to inspiring hope and providing opportunity for individuals who have experienced hardships and the organizations that serve them.
Date Posted: 02 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Earth Prize Environmental Sustainability Competition for students. This contest aims to inspire and empower the next generation of environmental leaders and innovators, creating a global platform for sharing and scaling their solutions.
Date Posted: 02 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Smithsonian Resilience and Sustainability Science Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025. Through the Resilience and Sustainability Fellowship, the Smithsonian seeks to support up to five post-doctoral fellows as they conduct independent research in support of the Smithsonian's goals to understand and expand resilience.
Date Posted: 31 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the MFWA DPI Journalism Fellowship Phase II. The fellowship seeks to host a cohort of 60 experienced journalists from Benin, Ghana, Nigeria, and Togo.
Date Posted: 31 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the Halcyon Health Fellowship 2025. The program will bring together entrepreneurs from across the United States, empowering them to improve physical and mental healthcare outcomes and reduce barriers to quality, affordable healthcare.
Date Posted: 31 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the Climate Resilience & Food Security in Africa Fellowship 2025. The program will bring together entrepreneurs from across Africa, empowering them to address climate resilience and food security.
Date Posted: 31 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the DMV Climate Innovation Fellowship 2025. The program will bring together entrepreneurs from across DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV), empowering them to address climate mitigation, adaptation, and resilience.
Date Posted: 31 Aug, 2024
Applications for the Elsevier Foundation Chemistry for Climate Action Challenge 2025 are now open. The Chemistry for Climate Action Challenge is one of the Elsevier Foundation's flagship partnerships. Together with Elsevier's Chemistry journals, the Elsevier Foundation provides funding for two winning projects per year, implementing green & sustainable chemistry solutions in the Global South - advancing both Climate Action (SDG 13) and Gender Equity (SDG 5).
Date Posted: 30 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship Programme. Pioneering proposals addressing new and emerging fields of research or those introducing creative, innovative approaches are welcomed.
Date Posted: 30 Aug, 2024
Nominations are open for the David Nyhan Prize for Public Policy Journalism 2024. The David Nyhan Prize honors journalists who illuminate the stories behind our politics and policy making.
Date Posted: 29 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the ChangeX/Paramount Global World Mental Health Day Community Fund 2024. The fund will support communities to start or expand projects that positively impact mental health and well-being in the UK, Australia, Canada, Singapore, Mexico, Argentina, Germany, Netherlands, France and Chile.
Date Posted: 29 Aug, 2024
1. What is a Grant?
A grant is a financial award given by an institution, government, or organization to fund a project, research, or study. Unlike loans, grants do not need to be repaid as long as the recipient fulfills the terms and conditions of the grant.
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Eligibility for grants varies depending on the type of grant and the organization offering it. Generally, students, researchers, non-profits, and small businesses may apply for grants. Specific eligibility criteria often depend on factors such as the field of study, research goals, financial need, or project objectives.
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Students can apply for several types of grants, including:
Need-based grants: Awarded based on financial need.
Merit-based grants: Given to students with high academic or extracurricular achievements.
Field-specific grants: Provided to students pursuing degrees in particular fields (e.g., STEM, arts, humanities).
Research grants: For students involved in academic research projects.
4. What is the Difference Between a Grant and a Scholarship?
While both grants and scholarships provide financial support, scholarships are typically merit-based (awarded for academic or extracurricular achievements), while grants are often need-based (awarded based on financial circumstances) or project-based (funding specific research or initiatives).
5. Do I Have to Repay a Grant?
No, grants generally do not have to be repaid, provided the grant recipient complies with the terms and conditions set by the awarding body. However, if the recipient fails to fulfill the grant's obligations (e.g., using the funds for the stated purpose), they may be required to return the money.
6. What can Grant Money be Used for?
Grant money can be used for various purposes, depending on the type of grant. For students, grants may cover tuition, books, and living expenses. For researchers or organizations, grants can fund specific projects, research, equipment, or operational costs.
7. What is a Research Grant?
A research grant is a financial award given to individuals or institutions to support a specific research project. These grants typically cover the costs associated with the research, such as equipment, travel, and personnel. Research grants are commonly awarded by universities, research organizations, government agencies, and private foundations.
8. Can I Get a Grant for my Business?
Yes, many grants are available for small businesses, particularly in specific industries such as technology, agriculture, or sustainable development. Business grants may be offered by government agencies, private organizations, or non-profits to support start-ups, expansion, or innovation.
9. What is the Difference Between a Grant and a Loan?
The main difference between a grant and a loan is that a grant does not need to be repaid, while a loan must be repaid with interest.
10. What Happens if I Don't Use the Grant Money as Intended?
If you misuse grant money or fail to meet the terms and conditions of the grant, you may be required to repay the funds, or the grant may be revoked.