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)
SIA Incubator Programme for Young Entrepreneurs (Bulgaria)
Deadline Date: May 25, 2026 The Social Impact Award incubator programme supports young entrepreneurs in developing and scaling innovative social impact ideas through structured mentoring, resources, and funding opportunities. The focus areas of this programme include social entrepreneurship … [Read more...] about SIA Incubator Programme for Young Entrepreneurs (Bulgaria)
Open Challenge Program 9.0: Healthcare and Agritech Innovation (India)
Deadline Date: May 11, 2026 The Open Challenge Program 9.0 invites startups and entrepreneurs to develop innovative IT-based solutions in healthcare and agritech sectors while supporting early-stage ventures through incubation and growth support. The focus areas of this program include … [Read more...] about Open Challenge Program 9.0: Healthcare and Agritech Innovation (India)
Entries open for 9th edition of the Pierre Castel Prize
Deadline Date: May 30, 2026 The Pierre Castel Fund - Acting with Africa, in collaboration with Castel Africa is organizing the 9th edition of the Pierre Castel Prize in seven African countries. The program focuses on innovation rooted in real needs, measurable economic, social and … [Read more...] about Entries open for 9th edition of the Pierre Castel Prize
Call for Applications: Spark Accelerator Program (United States)
Deadline Date: May 16, 2026 The Spark Cleantech Accelerator Program is offering applications to support early-stage cleantech entrepreneurs in commercializing innovative technologies. The programme focuses on supporting early stage cleantech businesses and driving commercialization of their … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Spark Accelerator Program (United States)
Funding Opportunity for Sustainable Research Collaboration and Innovation Networks
Deadline Date: September 24, 2026 The European Commission is inviting grant applications to strengthen cooperation and ensure the long-term impact of Centres of Excellence by promoting joint initiatives and collaborative innovation efforts. The programme focuses on strengthening long-term … [Read more...] about Funding Opportunity for Sustainable Research Collaboration and Innovation Networks
