The XI Regional School Feeding Forum for Latin America and the Caribbean began on 15 July 2025 in San Pedro Sula, Honduras, gathering around 200 participants from 18 countries. Government ministers, UN agencies, civil society, and financial institutions are taking part in the three-day forum co-organized by the Government of Honduras and the UN World… [Read More]
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New Climate Resilience Project Launched in Pakistan to Safeguard Flood-Prone Areas
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), in partnership with the Government of Pakistan and the Green Climate Fund (GCF), has launched the Integrated Climate Risk Management for Strengthened Resilience to Climate project. The initiative, formally introduced through an inception workshop in Islamabad, aims to bolster flood resilience in the vulnerable districts of Buner and… [Read More]
EU Launches EDMO Hub to Counter Disinformation in Ukraine and Moldova
A new regional hub of the European Digital Media Observatory (EDMO), named FACT, has been launched to support Ukraine and Moldova in combating disinformation. This initiative aims to strengthen efforts to detect and analyze manipulation campaigns, with a particular focus on Russian disinformation. FACT will also monitor the electoral period in Moldova, contributing to safeguarding… [Read More]
EU Energy Efficiency Target: Progress, Policies, and Next Steps for 2030
Achieving the European Union’s energy and climate goals requires a significant reduction in overall energy consumption. Energy efficiency—defined as using less energy to perform the same tasks—is a key driver of the EU’s clean energy transition. To this end, the EU has committed to reducing final energy consumption by 11.7% by 2030 compared to 2020… [Read More]
EU–Iceland Agreement Boosts Sustainable Fisheries and Marine Conservation Efforts
The European Union and Iceland have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen their cooperation on fisheries and ocean affairs. This agreement creates a structured framework for collaboration in areas such as sustainable fisheries management, scientific research, and marine conservation. It also supports joint efforts to protect marine biodiversity and promote the energy… [Read More]
IOM Opens New Humanitarian Supply Chain Hub in Greece to Support Global Crises
On 15 July 2025, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Greece to establish a new supply chain centre in Thessaloniki. This advanced logistics facility is designed to significantly enhance IOM’s global humanitarian response capabilities by enabling faster, more efficient, and sustainable delivery of aid to… [Read More]
Lung Cancer Research Foundation Adds $3.75M in Grants for 2025 Research Projects
The Lung Cancer Research Foundation (LCRF) has announced a major expansion of its research funding portfolio for 2025, offering $3.75 million in new grant opportunities through direct donor support and strategic collaborations. In addition to its annual request for proposals (RFP) cycle launched in January, the organization opened submissions in June for two new Team… [Read More]
€498K Awarded to Support Youth Climate Projects, Confirms Minister McEntee
On 14 July 2025, Minister for Education and Youth Helen McEntee announced nearly €500,000 in funding for ten youth-led climate justice projects across Ireland. The funding, provided through the Youth Climate Justice Fund 2025, is aimed at supporting initiatives that engage young people aged 8 to 25 in climate action and awareness. The projects span… [Read More]
SNSF Swiss Postdoctoral Fellowships 2024: 72 Projects Receive Funding Approval
The Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) has allocated a total of 17.8 million Swiss francs for the 2024 SNSF Swiss Postdoctoral Fellowships, a transitional measure supporting early-career researchers in Switzerland. Out of 738 applications received, 72 have been selected for funding, resulting in a competitive success rate of 9.8%. The high number of applications, combined… [Read More]
SVRI Research Grant 2026: Everything You Need to Know from the Official Info Session
The Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) will host an online information session to assist prospective applicants interested in the SVRI Research Grant 2026. The session is scheduled for 22 July 2025, from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. SAST. It aims to equip participants with the knowledge and tools needed to develop strong, ethical, and competitive research… [Read More]
Future of ARC Research Funding Unveiled: What Researchers Need to Know
The Australian Research Council (ARC) has outlined proposed changes to the National Competitive Grants Program (NCGP) aimed at enhancing support for researchers at all career stages. These changes follow the release of the discussion paper A New Plan for ARC Funded Research in February 2025, which received nearly 350 submissions offering a wide range of… [Read More]
EIT Health KIC Prepares New Call for ‘Medicines from Medicines’ Circular Pharma Project
The need for a circular medicine chain has become increasingly urgent due to rising medical waste, supply shortages, and the growing demand for medicines driven by an ageing population and increasing rates of chronic diseases. The healthcare sector consumes significant raw materials, contributes to CO₂ emissions, and generates large amounts of waste. Additionally, geopolitical uncertainties… [Read More]
Over €20M in EU Funding to Translate Frontier Science into Practical Innovation
On 14 July 2025, the European Research Council (ERC) announced the first round of recipients for its 2025 Proof of Concept Grants. A total of 150 projects were awarded €22.5 million, with each receiving €150,000 in funding. These grants aim to bridge the gap between frontier research results and their early commercialization or societal implementation…. [Read More]
$26.2 Million NSW Investment Targets Clean Technology and Emissions Reduction
The Minns Labor Government has announced a $26.2 million investment to accelerate the development of low-emissions clean technologies across New South Wales. This funding is aimed at supporting innovative solutions that offer both environmental and economic benefits, contributing to the state’s broader efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The funding, delivered through the Clean Technology… [Read More]
$320,000 Raised for Ovarian Cancer Research at OCRA Rivkin Family SummeRun Event
On July 13, 2025, more than 900 participants gathered at Seward Park in Seattle for the 32nd annual Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA) Rivkin Family SummeRun. The event, a 5K run/walk, brought together survivors, families, friends, and supporters in a collective effort to raise awareness and funds to combat ovarian cancer. This year’s SummeRun successfully… [Read More]
New Project Launched to Promote Economic Independence for Specially Abled Persons
The “Enabling Economic Independence for the Specially Abled Person” project has officially launched in Sierra Leone, representing a collaborative initiative between the Government of Sierra Leone, the Government of India, and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). This project focuses on promoting the rights, dignity, and economic empowerment of persons with disabilities (PWDs) through practical… [Read More]
AfDB Announces Strategic Shift to Prioritize Investment in Africa’s Youth
The African Development Bank (AfDB), in partnership with the International Labour Organization (ILO), has launched the Youth, Jobs and Skills Marker System to systematically embed youth employment, skills development, and entrepreneurship into all of the Bank’s projects. This transformative approach aligns with AfDB’s latest Ten-Year Strategy, which prioritizes investment in Africa’s youth to harness the… [Read More]
Texas Flooding Crisis: Emergency Services Respond to Widespread Damage
A new wave of heavy rainfall and river flooding has struck central Texas, worsening the aftermath of the devastating July 4 flooding event. Several areas already impacted earlier this month experienced renewed flooding, while new regions—such as Lampasas, Schleicher, and San Saba Counties—also faced rising waters. The ongoing disaster has forced the temporary suspension of… [Read More]
IIT (BHU) Foundation Receives $1.6M from Alumnus Dev Goswami, Crosses $10M Mark
The IIT (BHU) Foundation has received a significant $1.6 million donation from alumnus Mr. Dev Goswami, a 1974 Mechanical Engineering graduate and Executive Chairman of IPS LLC, a Berkshire Hathaway company. This generous contribution, made alongside his wife, Dr. Vardhana Goswami, marks a major milestone for the Foundation, pushing its total donations since inception beyond… [Read More]
Asian Development Bank Sanctions $101M Loan to Boost Drinking Water Services in West Bengal
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved an additional $101 million loan to enhance the West Bengal Drinking Water Sector Improvement Project, with a focus on expanding access to safe, sustainable, and inclusive drinking water services in rural regions. This new financing targets areas particularly affected by arsenic, fluoride, and salinity contamination, aiming to improve… [Read More]
Wake Forest’s Educating Character Initiative Awards $15.6M in Grants to 33 Institutions
The Educating Character Initiative (ECI), supported by Lilly Endowment Inc. and Wake Forest University, has awarded $15.6 million in new Institutional Impact Grants to 28 projects across 33 colleges and universities. These three-year grants—each valued at up to $1 million—are designed to enable institutions to implement sustained and significant efforts to integrate character education into… [Read More]
$8.9 Million in Grants Announced by F. M. Kirby Foundation for Early 2025
In the first half of 2025, the F. M. Kirby Foundation’s Board of Directors approved 116 grants totaling $8,937,600 to support nonprofit organizations committed to enriching communities. This total includes both 2025 grant awards and multi-year commitments. Among the approved grants, 67 provided general operating support, and 59 were directed to organizations that have partnered… [Read More]
AfDB Approves $62 Million Emergency Grant to Restore Vital Services in War-Torn Sudan
The African Development Bank Group’s Board of Directors has approved an emergency grant of $62.13 million for the Sudan Integrated Social Sector Infrastructure Rehabilitation Project (SISSIRP). The grant is aimed at restoring essential public services—specifically in health, education, and water—in areas severely impacted by Sudan’s ongoing civil conflict, which began in 2023. This funding represents… [Read More]
