Deadline Date: May 15, 2026 The Silver Mettle Program is a community-based initiative designed to support women aged 55 and above in building confidence and starting their own small businesses in Canada. The program supports entrepreneurship development, small business creation, skills … [Read more...] about Silver Mettle Program for Women Entrepreneurs Aged 55+ (Canada)
Maruti Suzuki Nurture Pre-Incubation Program (Cohort 4) – India
Deadline Date: June 21, 2026 The Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) has launched Nurture Cohort 4, a pre-incubation program aimed at identifying and supporting early-stage startups across India. The program focuses on sustainability, road safety, skill development, air purification, … [Read more...] about Maruti Suzuki Nurture Pre-Incubation Program (Cohort 4) – India
Nominations Open: Knowledge and Innovation Challenge (Philippines)
Deadline Date: June 15, 2026 The Knowledge and Innovation Challenge for Change (KICK) is a nationwide initiative designed to promote knowledge-driven and innovative solutions that contribute to inclusive and sustainable development in the Philippines. The focus of this programme includes … [Read more...] about Nominations Open: Knowledge and Innovation Challenge (Philippines)
Applications open for Changemakers Program
Deadline Date: May 22, 2026 The Swiss Re Foundation, in partnership with Bridge for Billions, presents the Changemakers Program, a five-month incubation initiative designed to support early-stage social entrepreneurs in refining and validating their business models. The program focuses on … [Read more...] about Applications open for Changemakers Program
Verizon Small Business Digital Ready National Grant (US)
Deadline Date: Ongoing The Verizon Small Business Digital Ready $10,000 National Grant Program supports small businesses in strengthening their digital capabilities and accessing financial assistance to grow in the digital economy. The focus areas include small business development, digital … [Read more...] about Verizon Small Business Digital Ready National Grant (US)
Nominations open for Santander X UK Awards 2026
Deadline Date: May 06, 2026 The Santander X UK Awards 2026 recognise and support ambitious UK-based university ventures, startups, and SMEs by offering funding, recognition, and opportunities for growth. The focus areas include entrepreneurship development, university innovation, startup … [Read more...] about Nominations open for Santander X UK Awards 2026
2026 Leo Space Venture Accelerator Programme (UK)
Deadline Date: May 17, 2026 The Leo is an accelerator programme for space ventures aimed at strengthening business readiness and supporting the transition from validation to commercial growth. The focus areas include space entrepreneurship, business model development, commercialisation … [Read more...] about 2026 Leo Space Venture Accelerator Programme (UK)
RFPs: Microfinance Awareness and Value Chain Financing Campaign (Afghanistan)
Deadline Date: May 12, 2026 The United Nations Development Programme is seeking applications to enhance nationwide awareness and adoption of Shariah-compliant microfinance services in Afghanistan to support inclusive economic growth. The focus areas include Islamic microfinance education, … [Read more...] about RFPs: Microfinance Awareness and Value Chain Financing Campaign (Afghanistan)
Apply for StartBlue Ocean Enterprise Accelerator Program (US)
Deadline Date: June 21, 2026 The StartBlue Ocean Enterprise Accelerator is offering to support ocean intelligence startups in developing and scaling solutions that advance the Blue Economy and ocean enterprise innovation. The focus areas include ocean intelligence innovation, Blue Economy … [Read more...] about Apply for StartBlue Ocean Enterprise Accelerator Program (US)
Call for Entries: Providus Bank SME Program (Nigeria)
Deadline Date: May 31, 2026 The Providus Bank SME Program, in partnership with the Enterprise Development Centre (EDC), is designed to strengthen the capacity of Nigerian business owners by equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and tools required to scale sustainably. The program … [Read more...] about Call for Entries: Providus Bank SME Program (Nigeria)
