Deadline: October 30, 2025 The Rural Business Development Grant Scheme (RBDGS) provides capital grants to support the sustainability and growth of rural micro-businesses across Northern Ireland. The focus areas of the scheme are supporting the sustainability and growth of rural … [Read more...] about Rural Business Development Grant Scheme to Support Micro Enterprises Growth (UK)
Submissions open for Ashford Rural Investment Grant Programme (UK)
Deadline: October 31, 2025 The Ashford Rural Investment Grant provides funding between £3,000 and £10,000 to support commercial projects in rural areas of Ashford Borough, focusing on creating start-up space for food and drink producers, hospitality or tourism businesses, and initiatives that … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Ashford Rural Investment Grant Programme (UK)
Applications open for Ashford Rural Boost Grant Programme (UK)
Deadline: October 31, 2025 The Ashford Rural Boost Grant offers financial support of £500 to £3,000 for commercial businesses in rural areas of the Ashford Borough to enhance productivity, operational processes, and growth. The grant focuses on supporting projects in commercial premises … [Read more...] about Applications open for Ashford Rural Boost Grant Programme (UK)
Call for Applications: AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award 2026 (Australia)
Deadline: November 07, 2025 The AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award is Australia’s leading award empowering and celebrating the inclusive and courageous leadership of women involved in Australia’s rural and emerging industries, businesses, and communities, now and into the future. The focus is … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award 2026 (Australia)
Sustainable Solutions for Hilly Region Development and Livelihood Promotion Challenge (India)
Deadline: September 25, 2025 The Sustainable Solutions for Hilly Region Development & Livelihood Promotion Challenge invites innovative startups to address socio-economic and environmental challenges in hilly regions, with the goal of promoting sustainable development and enhancing … [Read more...] about Sustainable Solutions for Hilly Region Development and Livelihood Promotion Challenge (India)
Call for Applications: merSETA Discretionary Grants Program (South Africa)
Deadline: September 05, 2025 The Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services Sector Education and Training Authority (merSETA) has extended the call for applications for its Special Funding Window for Discretionary Grants for the 2025/26 financial year. This funding window aims to … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: merSETA Discretionary Grants Program (South Africa)
SMART ERA 1st Open Call for Pilots Add-ons for Rural Innovation
Deadline: November 04, 2025 The SMART ERA project is launching its 1st Open Call for Pilots Add-ons to select up to 11 Technology/Solution Providers to develop innovative solutions addressing the socio-economic and environmental challenges in six designated rural pilot regions. The focus … [Read more...] about SMART ERA 1st Open Call for Pilots Add-ons for Rural Innovation
CFAs: Rural England Prosperity Fund (UK)
Deadline: September 05, 2025 Applications are now open for the Rural England Prosperity Fund 2025, inviting eligible small businesses and rural communities in Tees Valley to apply for capital grants of £1,000–£15,000 to support productivity, strengthen the local economy, and enhance community … [Read more...] about CFAs: Rural England Prosperity Fund (UK)
Applications open for the Sustainable Agriculture Award 2025 (UK)
Deadline: September 01, 2025 The NFU Cymru and sponsors Wynnstay Group PLC have launched the 2025 Sustainable Agriculture Award to celebrate Wales’ most outstanding sustainable farmers. The focus of the award is to demonstrate a commitment to the production of high-quality food to world … [Read more...] about Applications open for the Sustainable Agriculture Award 2025 (UK)
Applications open for SAB Foundation Tholoana Enterprise Programme (South Africa)
Deadline: September 08, 2025 The SAB Foundation Tholoana Enterprise Programme is committed to supporting entrepreneurs to build viable, growing and sustainable businesses that can create jobs. They are looking for entrepreneurs who are focused on boosting their business growth and achieving … [Read more...] about Applications open for SAB Foundation Tholoana Enterprise Programme (South Africa)
