Time to Reintroduce Ourselves : What is ImpactShip?

ImpactShip exists to open doors that too often stay closed, especially for young people, impact Professionals and communities across the Global South. We work to make funding, fellowships, climate programs, and career-defining opportunities easier to access, understand, and secure.

Our goal is simple: put opportunities where they belong in the hands of people ready to create impact.

Over the past six months, our community has grown rapidly, bringing together founders, climate leaders, researchers, innovators, and changemakers from around the world. As the network expands, we’re now opening the door to new collaborations and partnerships that help us serve this community even better.

And as we continue growing, your voice matters to us. If you appreciate what we’re building, or have suggestions on how we can improve, simply reply with feedback, we genuinely use community input to shape what comes next.

If ImpactShip has helped you discover a grant, fellowship, job, partnership, or any meaningful opportunity, we would deeply appreciate hearing your story. Testimonials and feedback help us build credibility and expand our ability to support even more people.

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Climate Intervention Environmental Impact Fund (CIEIF) – Field Test Grants Funding: USD 75,000| Eligibility: Researchers, nonprofits, startups, or institutions proposing climate intervention field tests with a strong focus on EIA, impact modeling, or stakeholder engagement | Description: Grant to support environmental impact assessment, predictive impact modeling, and engagement with affected communities or agencies for innovative, scalable climate intervention field tests
Deadline: 15 March 2026 | Link: https://cieif.org/guidelines-for-grant-applicants/

Youth Action Fund (Laidlaw Foundation)
Funding: Up to $30,000 (CAD) | Eligibility: Grassroots initiatives in Canada supporting underserved youth, including those overrepresented in education, criminal justice, or welfare systems | Description: Flexible funding to support youth-led and community-rooted initiatives advancing equity, access, and opportunities for marginalized young people | Deadline: 5 March 2026 | Link: https://www.laidlawfdn.org/grants-and-programs.html#iycff

Global Social Impact House (GSIH) 2026
Funding: Fully funded program (USD $0; accommodation & meals covered) | Eligibility: Social entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs, creatives, and innovators worldwide with a tested social impact initiative; completion of a CSIS free online course required | Description: A 7-day residential fellowship by the University of Pennsylvania’s Center for Social Impact Strategy offering tailored workshops, global peer learning, and coaching in Costa Rica | Deadline: 25 March 2026 | Link: https://csis.upenn.edu/residential-program/gsih/

Sakharov Fellowship Programme 2026
Funding: Fully funded (travel, accommodation & daily allowance covered) | Eligibility: Human rights defenders from non-EU countries with a proven advocacy record; strong English required; NGO or individual activists eligible | Description: A 2-week intensive fellowship by the European Parliament offering training on EU human rights mechanisms, advocacy, security, and networking in Brussels and an EU Member State | Deadline: 15 February 2026 | Link: https://www.europarl.europa.eu/sakharovprize/en/fellowship/supporting-defenders

Visegrad Grants
Funding: €25,000–€35,000 (up to 100% of project budget; 15% overheads allowed) | Eligibility: NGOs, civil society groups, public institutions, municipalities, nonprofits, private companies, and research/education centers from at least 3 V4 countries (or 2 neighboring V4 countries for cross-border projects) | Description: Supports regional cooperation projects in the Visegrad region across seven focus areas, fostering cross-border collaboration, civic engagement, and regional development (up to 18 months) | Deadline: 1 June 2026/ 1 Oct 2026 | Link: https://www.visegradfund.org/apply/grants/visegrad-grants/

Team Up for Climate 2026
Funding: €17,000 total prizes (€4,000 / €3,000 / €2,000 per team) + €5,000 conditional Boost Prize | Eligibility: Students and young graduates worldwide, teams of 2–4 people, climate adaptation–focused ideas | Description: Global innovation challenge supporting youth-led solutions on climate risk adaptation with mentoring, workshops, and incubation support from experts and Makesense | Deadline: 28 March 2026 | Link: https://egis-impacthub.agorize.com/en/challenges/team-up-for-climate-2026?lang=en

timbuktoo MineTech Accelerator Programme
Funding: USD 25,000 equity-free per startup | Eligibility: Africa-based mining-tech startups; founders must be AU nationals, youth-led teams encouraged (women, PWDs, marginalized groups prioritized) | Description: UNDP-led accelerator supporting tech-enabled solutions in mining with bootcamp, mentorship, global networks, and post-grant scaling support across sustainability, data, drones, and efficiency | Deadline: 13 February 2025 | Link: https://www.undp.org/africa/press-releases/call-applications-join-timbuktoo-minetech-accelerator-programme

Global Forest Watch Small Grants Fund
Funding: USD 10,000–40,000 | Eligibility: Civil society organisations and community groups in Latin America, Africa, and Asia | Description: Supports projects using Global Forest Watch tools to tackle illegal or unplanned deforestation through monitoring, advocacy, or journalism | Deadline: 6 February 2026 | Link: https://tinker.org/institutional-grants-apply-page/

Environment and Peace International Call for Proposals
Funding: Up to CHF 50,000 (~GBP 47,000) | Eligibility: Environmental organisations with international reach, including those working in conflict-affected contexts | Description: PeaceNexus Foundation grant to strengthen organisational capacity at the intersection of environmental action and peacebuilding | Deadline: 16 February 2026 | Link: https://peacenexus.org/proposal/international-partners-call-conflict-sensitivity-cs/#are-you-eligible7023-2641

Greggs Foundation Community Action Fund
Funding: Up to £20,000 per year for up to 3 years | Eligibility: Not-for-profit community organisations based in Birmingham B12, Dudley DY5, or Middlesbrough | Description: Core funding to support essential running costs for local organisations strengthening community wellbeing, reducing isolation, and expanding networks, confidence, and opportunities | Deadline: Not specified (check application form) | Link: https://www.greggsfoundation.org.uk/apply/greggs-foundation-large-community-action-fund-application-form

Sport for Climate Action Challenge (Go! London, Ashoka)
Funding: £50,000–£100,000 | Eligibility: Organisations and initiatives based in the United Kingdom using sport or physical activity to advance climate action | Description: Funding for projects that leverage sport to build climate awareness and mobilise communities through practical, action-oriented climate initiatives | Deadline: 17 February 2026 | Link: https://www.changemakers.com/en/challenge/sports-climate-action#prize

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Global Internship Program 2026 (Sumitomo Electric)
Funding: Fully funded (airfare, accommodation, commuting & most meals covered) | Eligibility: Undergraduate or graduate students worldwide eligible for internships in Japan; field-specific requirements apply | Description: A hands-on internship program at Sumitomo Electric’s R&D labs and headquarters in Osaka and Itami, offering global exposure, Japanese work culture, and potential full-time roles | Deadline: 6 February 2026 (5:00 PM EST) | Link: https://sumitomoelectric.com/careers/global-internship/2026

WBG Pioneers Internship Program (2026)
Funding: Paid hourly internship (salary provided; accommodation not covered) | Eligibility: Final-year undergraduate students or current Master’s/PhD students (0–6 years experience), open to all nationalities, interest in global development | Description: World Bank Group’s flagship internship offering hands-on project work across economics, climate, health, education, infrastructure, energy, and corporate functions with global exposure | Deadline: 17 February 2026 | Link: https://www.worldbank.org/en/about/careers/programs-and-internships/wbg-pioneers

Youth Leadership Academy (Aga Khan Foundation Canada – AKFC)
Funding: Fully funded (travel, accommodation, program costs) | Eligibility: Young leaders able to attend an in-person program at York University, Canada (global citizenship and development focus) | Description: A 5-day intensive academy (27–31 July 2026) building leadership skills, global awareness, and practical tools for engaging with global challenges and sustainable development | Deadline: 21 February 2026 (11:59 pm EST) | Link: https://akfc.ca/youth-leadership-academy

International Children’s Peace Prize Project Fund (State of Youth Chapters)
Funding: €500–€2,500 | Eligibility: Registered State of Youth Chapters promoting peace and education; must be active on the Movement Platform | Description: Small grants supporting youth-led projects on peacebuilding, refugee empowerment, and inclusive education, linked to the International Children’s Peace Prize | Deadline: 28 February 2026 (23:59 CET) | Link: https://www.kidsrights.org/news/apply-now-international-childrens-peace-prize-project-fund-for-state-of-youth-chapters-peace-and-education/

AsiaGlobal Fellows Program (Asia Global Institute, HKU)
Funding: Fully funded fellowship (amount not specified) | Eligibility: Mid-career professionals with 8–25 years of experience engaged in policy, politics, civil society, research, or business, with a strong interest in Asia-Pacific and high English proficiency | Description: A prestigious global fellowship bringing together leaders to tackle complex regional and global challenges through policy dialogue, leadership development, and a diverse international network | Deadline: 31 March 2026 | Link: https://www.asiaglobalinstitute.hku.hk/agf/application-guidelines

International Climate Protection Fellowship (Alexander von Humboldt Foundation)
Funding: Fully funded fellowship (stipend + research support; amount not specified) | Eligibility: Prospective leaders or postdocs from non-European developing or transition countries working in climate protection or climate-relevant resource conservation | Description: A 12–24 month fellowship in Germany supporting applied or academic research on climate mitigation, adaptation, biodiversity, oceans, and sustainable resource use, funded under the International Climate Initiative | Deadline: 10 February 2026 | Link: https://www.humboldt-foundation.de/en/apply/sponsorship-programmes/international-climate-protection-fellowship

Youth Climate Justice Fund (YCJF) 2026
Funding: Up to USD 20,000 (local groups) or USD 40,000 (national groups) | Eligibility: Youth-led groups (members aged ≤35) across global regions; high-income country groups must represent marginalized communities | Description: Direct funding for youth-led, community-rooted climate justice movements strengthening inclusive leadership, accountability, and policy engagement | Deadline: 2026 (4-week call period; exact dates per region) | Link: https://ycjf.org/how-to-apply

BYkids Film Development Fund (FDF)
Funding: $1,500 cash prize + mentorship | Eligibility: Young people aged 13–18 worldwide with a documentary film idea focused on climate action | Description: Supports youth filmmakers with one-on-one mentorship from experienced BYkids filmmakers to develop production-ready climate documentaries | Deadline: 22 April 2026 (Earth Day) | Link: https://bykids.org/for-kids/

Vast x Explorers Club Grant
Funding: $20,000–$25,000 (USD) | Eligibility: Early-career and established researchers, technologists, and explorers working on space science or human adaptation beyond Earth | Description: Supports innovative research advancing human habitability, health, and sustainability in space, including life-support systems, space medicine, materials, and long-duration mission challenges | Deadline: 15 February 2026 | Link: https://www.explorers.org/grants/vast-x-explorers-club-grant/

Young Nature Leaders Grant (Women for Nature / Nature Canada)
Funding: $1,000 (CAD) | Eligibility: Individuals under 30 based in Canada proposing youth-led, community-based nature or sustainability projects | Description: Supports young leaders to design and implement projects celebrating nature’s role in Canadian identity, with priority for conservation, restoration, oceans, and Indigenous-led initiatives | Deadline: 20 February 2026 (5:00 pm ET) | Link: https://naturecanada.ca/young-leader-grant/

New Roots Institute Fellowship
Funding: Up to $2,500 (USD) per fellow | Eligibility: Students and early-career advocates interested in food systems, advocacy, and campus-based change (virtual, global) | Description: A selective virtual fellowship offering mentorship, advocacy training, campaign experience, and access to a 600+ alumni network to drive real-world food system change | Deadline: Priority: 25 February 2026; Final: 13 May 2026 (rolling) | Link: https://www.newrootsinstitute.org/leadership/apply

International Young Eco-Hero Award 2026
Funding: Cash prizes up to $1,000 (USD) | Eligibility: Young people aged 8–16 worldwide who have completed an environmental project | Description: A global award recognizing youth-led environmental action with cash prizes, certificates, and international media recognition | Deadline: 28 February 2026 | Link: https://actionfornature.org/

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📌 Term: Climate Finance Gap →
he massive shortfall between how much money is needed to help communities mitigate and adapt to climate change and how little funding actually reaches them, especially in the Global South.

In theory, wealthy countries and institutions pledge billions for climate action. In practice, much of that money arrives late, as loans (not grants), or not at all, leaving frontline communities to foot the bill for a crisis they didn’t cause.

Equity lens:
The climate finance gap turns climate change into a pay-to-survive problem. Closing it isn’t charity, it’s climate justice.

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