Your Weekly Launchpad: All the, Grants, Fellowships & Climate Events You Need

IMPACTSHIP: Grants. Fellowships. Climate Events. Funding.
All in One Place.

We’ve packed this issue with funding, fellowships, accelerator programs, and major climate events happening in 2025.

🔍 Stop searching- we’ve already done the work for you.
💰 Apply smarter- funding deadlines are closing fast.
📅 Get in the right rooms - climate events where decisions (and deals) happen.

This is just the start. We send updates twice a week with fresh fundings and can’t-miss opportunities. Subscribe now and make sure you never miss out.

THE OPPORTUNITIES DOCK
Your go-to for grants, funding, and investment opportunities- so you don’t waste time searching.

Tutator Forward Grants Program 2025
Funding: $75,000 and $1,000,000 USD | Eligibility: NGOs and social impact initiatives focused on justice, education, and digital transformation | Description: Provides large-scale funding to support innovative, tech-driven solutions for social good across Latin America and globally | Deadline: 22 June 2025 | Link: https://tutatorforward.com/grants/

Swiss Research Foundation Grant Program
Funding: CHF 150,000 | Eligibility: Researchers or institutions with a focus on environmental monitoring and sustainability; open to international applicants with Swiss partners | Description: Supports innovative projects that enhance environmental monitoring systems and foster interdisciplinary collaboration in sustainability science | Deadline: 30 June 2025 | Link: https://www.emf.ethz.ch/en/promotion/call-for-proposal

MUBIL Mobility Awards (5th Edition)
Funding: first Prize-12.500€ & more, Second Prize 4.000€ & more| Eligibility: Emerging architects/designers | Description: Supports mobility, research, and cross-cultural design exchange | Deadline: 20 June 2025 | Link: https://mobilityawards.mubil.eus/en/

Servicewomen: Seen and Heard Programme 2025–26
Funding: up to £100,000 | Eligibility: UK-based charities and organizations working with women in the Armed Forces community | Description: Funds creative or heritage projects that amplify the voices, stories, and contributions of servicewomen-past and present | Deadline: by 12 noon 25 June 2025 | Link: https://covenantfund.org.uk/programme/service-women-seen-heard-programme-2025-26/

Commonwealth Startup Fellowship 2026
Funding: total of £35,000 in equity-free grants | Eligibility: Young changemakers from Commonwealth countries with startup ventures | Description: 6-month hybrid fellowship including training, networking, and summits in Accra and the UK | Deadline: 30 June 2025| Link: https://www.imperialenterpriselab.com/programmes/commonwealth-startup-fellowship/

Kindness in Community Fund for Youth Mental Health
Funding: Up to $150,000 USD | Eligibility: Local mental health organizations supporting youth aged 15–24 in selected countries | Description: Born This Way Foundation & Sephora will fund impactful youth mental health initiatives nominated by the community. | Deadline: 30 June 2025 | Link: https://bornthisway.foundation/kic/

IRPP Postdoctoral Research Fellowship 2025
Funding: $70,000 per year and an additional research allowance of up to $5,000 per year of the fellowship| Eligibility: Indigenous, Black, and other racialized scholars pursuing public policy research in Canada | Description: A two-year research opportunity to conduct original policy work with the Institute for Research on Public Policy. | Deadline: 30 June 2025 | Link: https://irpp.org/postdoctoral-research-fellowship/

Heart of Conservation Initiative
Funding: Total $1M–$2M USD from 2026-2030 | Eligibility: Indigenous Peoples and local community-led conservation projects in selected countries | Description: WWF seeks expressions of interest for on-the-ground efforts protecting global biodiversity and ecosystems, led by frontline communities. | Deadline: 30 June 2025 | Link: https://www.worldwildlife.org/pages/wwf-gef-expressions-of-interest

Inclusive Democracy Accelerator
Funding: Fully-funded mentorship + workshop | Eligibility: CSOs and governments in Latin America, Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe | Description: Six-month program promoting marginalized group participation in participatory programs; includes training and peer exchange. | Deadline: 1 July 2025 | Link: https://www.peoplepowered.org/inclusive-democracy-accelerator

Pulse-Z Digital Democracy Project
Funding: Up to €14,000 EUR per grant | Eligibility: Organizations in the EU engaging youth in activism through journalism and digital content | Description: JA Europe invites proposals to boost youth-led media and storytelling for civic engagement and democratic participation. | Deadline: 4 July 2025 | Link: https://jaeurope.org/tenders/pulse-z-third-party-support-call-for-proposals/

Water Justice Fund Movement Building Grants
Funding: Individual will receive €5,000, and organisations, collectives and networks may receive up to €10,000 per year| Eligibility: Movements based in Kenya, Bangladesh, or Nepal working on water justice, climate resilience, and women’s leadership | Description: Simavi offers small grants to strengthen grassroots movement building and amplify local water justice efforts. | Deadline: 4 July 2025 | Link: https://simavi.nl/water-justice-fund-movement-building-grants

India Sustainable Growth Hub Grant
Funding: Up to GBP 40,000 (full) / GBP 15,000 (small) | Eligibility: PhD holders or candidates based in India | Description: Supports empirical research on low-carbon, inclusive economic development across sectors like firms, energy, and urban resilience. | Deadline: 6 July 2025 | Link: https://www.theigc.org/india-sustainable-growth-proposals-2025

Global Initiative for Information Integrity on Climate Change
Funding: $30,000 to $150,000 | Eligibility: Not-for-profit organizations globally working on climate communication, journalism, or research | Description: UNESCO funds projects enhancing the integrity of climate information through investigative journalism, research, and public communications. | Deadline: 6 July 2025 | Link: https://www.ungm.org/Public/Notice/268770

SVRI Research Grant
Funding: $40,000–$100,000 | Eligibility: Research teams in low- and middle-income countries | Description: Funds feminist, ethical, and community-driven research on violence against women and children for 12–18 months. | Deadline: 31 July 2025 | Link: https://www.svri.org/svri-research-grant/#apply-for-svri-research-grant

Spencer Foundation Vision Grants
Funding: $75,000 | Eligibility: Global researchers with a doctorate affiliated to a nonprofit or public institution | Description: 6–12 month grants for interdisciplinary, equity-focused education research planning. | Deadline: 17 September 2025 | Link: https://www.spencer.org/grant_types/vision-grants

IDFA Bertha Fund – IBF Classic: Project Development
Funding: €7,500 | Eligibility: Filmmakers from Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and parts of Oceania | Description: Supports early-stage creative documentary projects with funding for research, scriptwriting, and trailer production | Deadline: December 10, 2025 | Link: https://professionals.idfa.nl/training-funding/funding/about-the-idfa-bertha-fund/#ibf-classic-project-development

The Explorers Club Impact Grants
Funding: $10,000–$25,000 USD | Eligibility: Researchers and explorers (18+) conducting high-impact fieldwork globally | Description: Supports projects in biology, ecology, anthropology, astronomy, and earth sciences that advance science and environmental stewardship. | Deadline: Ongoing | Link: https://www.explorers.org/grants/explorers-club-impact-grants/

📩 Know an opportunity we should feature? Let us know by replying to this email.

🌐 Simplify Global Hiring with Deel

Hiring across borders can be complex, but it doesn't have to be. Deel offers a streamlined solution for organizations looking to build international teams without the administrative burden.

Why Choose Deel?
1. Global Reach: Hire in over 150 countries without setting up local entities.
2. Comprehensive Services: Manage payroll, benefits, contracts, and taxes all in one platform.
3. Compliance Assurance: Stay compliant with local laws and regulations effortlessly.

Deel empowers organizations to focus on their mission while handling the complexities of international employment. 👉 Explore Deel

LEARNING OPPORTUNITY
Decoding complex policy terms into plain English so you can focus on making an impact.

Zeitz MOCAA Museum Fellowship Programme 2026
Funding: Fully funded + postgraduate qualification | Eligibility: Emerging African art and museum professionals | Description: A year-long hands-on fellowship combining museum practice and academic learning in South Africa. | Deadline: 30 June 2025 | Link: https://zeitzmocaa.museum/exhibition/fellowship/open-call-2026-zeitz-mocaa-uwc-museum-fellowship-programme/

Western Union Foundation Fellowship 2025 
Funding: Fully funded | Eligibility: Social impact entrepreneurs aged 21–35 from select countries working with displaced, migrant, or marginalized communities | Description: A 16-week virtual program by Watson Institute offering leadership training, mentorship, and a global community to scale impact ventures. | Deadline: 1 July 2025 | Link: https://watson.is/western-union-global-fellowship-program/

FELLOWSHIPS FOR YOU !
Your go-to for grants, funding, and investment opportunities- so you don’t waste time searching.

Cartier Women’s Initiative
Eligibility: Women founders of early-stage, for-profit, impact-driven businesses from any country and sector | Description: Annual program offering funding, coaching, and visibility to women impact entrepreneurs tackling global challenges | Deadline: 24 June 2025 | Link: https://www.cartierwomensinitiative.com/about

Climate Justice Camp 2025
Funding: Fully funded | Eligibility: Young climate activists from the Global South | Description: A one-week immersive gathering in Colombia for changemakers to learn, strategize, and collaborate on bold climate justice campaigns | Deadline: 22 June 2025 | Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSftZCMLtHR1TrilHMVTLfAkAtUP0DzxccXqrEFwLkThDGTEAg/viewform

Atlantic Dialogues Emerging Leaders Program 2025
Funding: Fully funded, leadership training and interactive workshops and more| Eligibility: Changemakers aged 25–35 from Africa and the Atlantic Basin | Description: A prestigious leadership program in Morocco (Dec 7–11) focused on dialogue, development, and global cooperation across the Atlantic. | Deadline: 22 June 2025 | Link: https://www.policycenter.ma/page/call-applications-atlantic-dialogues-emerging-leaders-program-2025

Sustainable Fellowship 2025–26
Eligibility: Creative individuals (18+) passionate about sustainability and education in India | Description: A 10-month fellowship to run Creative Learning Labs in government schools, using design thinking and storytelling to foster 21st-century skills in children. Includes training, resources, and weekly facilitation. | Deadline: 22 June 2025 (rolling basis) | Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZ8ExITGxq1mQuumqjWvJ_Txsd4KkE3pcwQ0fPCJ1kMc_D_g/viewform

GLFx Chapters Program 2026
Eligibility: Local and regional groups with a focus on landscape restoration and sustainable development | Description: Empowers chapters to foster local restoration movements with training, funding, and networking. | Deadline: 29 June 2025 | Link: https://lnkd.in/dSRthsvs

ReNew Democracy Foundation Fellowship 2026
Funding: Monthly stipend, professional development opportunities, mentorship, and networking, For 9 months Paid fellows will be placed in a U.S. House of Representatives office | Eligibility: Future U.S. public servants passionate about democracy | Description: A mentorship-driven placement in a congressional office, with policy training and a strong public service alumni network. | Deadline: 30 June 2025 | Link: https://www.renewdemocracyfoundation.org/apply

Commonwealth Startup Fellowship 2025
Funding: Fully funded | Eligibility: Early-stage startup founders from low- and middle-income Commonwealth countries | Description: A 6-month hybrid fellowship combining online training with an in-person bootcamp in Ghana to support innovative, scalable startups solving global challenges. | Deadline: 30 June 2025 | Link: https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/scholarships/commonwealth-startup-fellowship-information-for-candidates/

CAAD Fellowship 2025
Eligibility: Grassroots organizers from the Global South or diaspora communities with experience in climate or democracy work | Description: A 6-month fellowship offering mentorship, media training, and research support to counter climate disinformation, culminating in a presentation at COP30. | Deadline: 30 June 2025 | Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfl3lUzBNkzNiuNGHQRUxHLLdsNNSImzUxACgnYsK69mKQLxQ/viewform

Rhodes Scholarship 2025/26
Funding: Fully funded (tuition, stipend, travel) | Eligibility: Exceptional students from eligible countries pursuing postgraduate study at the University of Oxford | Description: One of the world’s most prestigious scholarships supporting academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to service | Deadline: 23 July 2025 | Link: https://www.rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk/scholarships/the-rhodes-scholarship/

Inlaks–NIROX Residency Program
Funding: Fully funded (travel, production, living costs) | Eligibility: Indian contemporary visual artists born on or after 1 Jan 1990 | Description: A 6–7 week residency in South Africa fostering cross-cultural exchange, artistic development, and community engagement. | Deadline: 30 June 2025 | Link: https://inlaksfoundation.org/opportunities/overseas-residencies/residency-at-the-nirox-residency-south-africa/

LabStart Climate Tech Fellowship 2025–26
Funding: Fully funded | Eligibility: First-time BIPOC, women, or non-traditional founders | Description: A launchpad for bold climate tech ventures, offering tailored support, mentorship, and investor access. | Deadline: 7 July 2025 | Link: https://www.labstart.co/apply

Gender Just Climate Solutions Awards
Funding: €5,000 | Eligibility: Women-led organizations in Kenya, Bangladesh, and Nepal advancing gender equality and climate resilience | Description: Awards recognizing impactful, community-rooted solutions led by women to tackle climate change and promote justice | Deadline: 13 July 2025 | Link: https://gender-just-climate-solutions-2025.selecteev.io/apply

📩 Know an opportunity we should feature? Let us know by replying to this email.

THE JARGON DECODER
Decoding complex policy terms into plain English so you can focus on making an impact.

📌 Term: Loss and Damage →

What it actually means:
Loss and Damage refers to the unavoidable consequences of climate change that can't be prevented through mitigation (cutting emissions) or adaptation (adjusting to impacts). Think: destroyed homes from rising seas, lost crops due to droughts, or cultural heritage sites wiped out by disasters.

Why it matters:
This is one of the most urgent (and contested) areas of global climate finance. At COP27, countries agreed to establish a Loss and Damage Fund to support vulnerable nations. At COP30, eyes will be on how this fund is governed, who pays, and how quickly funds reach frontline communities. If you're working on climate justice, this is the space to watch.

📩 Need help navigating policy? Let us know what topics we should cover by replying to this email.

THE CAPTAIN’S QUARTERS
That’s (not) it for today! Here is how we can help -

🚢 Drop Your Anchor
Got a funding or job opportunity? Share it with the Impactship community so it reaches the right people by replying to this email. (or email us at -[email protected] )

👥 Join the Crew- ImpactShip Directory
Want to connect with peers, get speaking opportunities, or be referred for impact-driven roles? Add yourself to the ImpactShip Directory - we’re here to back you up.

Would you like to Nominate anyone (or yourself!) to feature on this platform and get visibility in front of thousands of Social Impact Professionals? Email us at [email protected]

Because creating impact is complicated. Reading about it shouldn’t be. (And if we can make you laugh along the way, even better.)

📩 Subscribe now and be part of this community.