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Piper Serica has launched a new venture capital fund named the Bharat Tech Fund with a target corpus of ₹800 crore, marking a significant push into India’s deeptech investment ecosystem. The fund is structured as a Category II Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) with a base target of ₹600 crore and an additional ₹200 crore greenshoe… [Read More]

The Global Partnership for Education (GPE) has welcomed a $10 million pledge from the Let’s Build Foundation, announced during a global education discussion hosted by Norwegian author Jo Nesbø in Oslo. The event, held at Restaurant Schrøder, brought together youth representatives, philanthropy leaders, civil society organizations, and government officials to highlight the importance of investing… [Read More]

Macmillan Cancer Support has launched a new £30 million investment fund aimed at accelerating innovation and transforming cancer care across the United Kingdom. The initiative, operating through Macmillan Ventures, will invest in early-stage healthcare and technology startups developing solutions that can improve cancer diagnosis, treatment, care delivery, and long-term patient support. The new fund follows… [Read More]

The Minnesota FastBreak Foundation, the charitable arm associated with the Minnesota Timberwolves and Minnesota Lynx, has announced two additional Community Response Grants aimed at supporting organizations addressing urgent local community needs. The initiative forms part of the foundation’s broader effort to strengthen social support systems and provide rapid assistance to vulnerable populations across Minnesota. The… [Read More]

The Rockefeller Foundation has released its 2025 Impact Report, Big Bets, Real Results, highlighting significant achievements in mobilising capital and advancing global development. In 2025, the Foundation distributed more than US$350 million through 235 grants and programme-related investments, working with 204 partner organisations worldwide. The report notes that these efforts directly mobilised nearly US$3 billion… [Read More]

Oister Global has launched its third secondaries fund with a target corpus of ₹500 crore, further expanding its presence in India’s growing startup secondary market. The new fund is designed to provide liquidity opportunities for startup employees, early investors, and founders looking to partially exit their holdings before traditional public listings or acquisitions. The investment… [Read More]

The City of Fort Wayne has announced new funding opportunities aimed at supporting neighborhood improvement, community development, and local revitalization efforts. The initiative is part of the city’s broader strategy to strengthen community infrastructure, improve quality of life, and encourage long-term economic and social development across local neighborhoods. The funding programs are expected to support… [Read More]

Local cultural events in Burlington are set to receive a major financial boost after the Ontario provincial government and the incite Foundation announced more than $100,000 in combined funding support. The investment is intended to strengthen community-based arts, heritage, and cultural programming while helping local organizers expand public engagement and event accessibility. The funding will… [Read More]

The Li Ka Shing Foundation has announced a new charitable medical initiative that will provide Histotripsy treatment for 200 eligible liver cancer patients in Hong Kong over a three-year period. The programme forms part of the foundation’s broader “Love Can Help” healthcare support initiative aimed at improving access to advanced medical technologies. Histotripsy is a… [Read More]

Cheshire FA is promoting the latest phase of the Lionesses HERe to Play Fund, a national funding initiative aimed at increasing participation opportunities for women and girls in grassroots football across England. The programme is delivered by the Football Foundation with support from the Premier League, The FA, the UK Government, and National Lottery funding… [Read More]

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority has announced the first tranche of projects under its £2 billion Investment Fund, aimed at accelerating regional economic growth, commercial development, and job creation. The initial phase is expected to unlock more than 520,000 square feet of premium commercial space while supporting over 2,800 jobs across the region. The… [Read More]

Innovate UK has announced a diverse set of funding opportunities aimed at accelerating innovation across strategically important industries. These competitions are designed to help UK-registered organisations advance research, development, and commercialisation activities in areas ranging from advanced materials and aviation technologies to clean heat solutions, cyber security, and freight innovation. The National Materials Innovation Programme… [Read More]

Indus Infra Trust has initiated a postal ballot process to seek approval from unitholders for a major capital raising plan worth up to ₹50,000 million. The proposal has been put forward by GR Highways Investment Manager Private Limited, which acts as the investment manager for the infrastructure investment trust (InvIT). The proposed fundraising may take… [Read More]

Josh Chen, a postdoctoral associate at Binghamton University, is working at the forefront of cancer detection through the Excellence in Entrepreneurship and Discovery (EXCEED) program. Previously a research scientist in New York City medical centers, Chen’s work often involved medical AI technology. Now, alongside Professor Nancy Guo, he is helping develop AI tools for biometric… [Read More]

The Open Society Foundations (OSF), founded by billionaire philanthropist George Soros and now chaired by his son Alex Soros, has announced a new $300 million commitment aimed at strengthening democracy, civil rights, and economic security in the United States over the next five years. The initiative comes at a time when nonprofit organizations and advocacy… [Read More]

JSW Motors, part of the JSW Group led by Sajjan Jindal, has secured approximately $826 million in funding from India’s largest public sector lender, the State Bank of India. The financing is aimed at accelerating the company’s entry into the passenger vehicle market, particularly in electric and hybrid mobility segments. The funds will be used… [Read More]

A new call has been made for reforms to emergency recovery funding systems to ensure more equitable and effective support for communities affected by disasters. The proposal highlights concerns that current funding models may not distribute resources fairly or efficiently, particularly in regions that experience repeated or large-scale natural disasters. Advocates argue that existing emergency… [Read More]

The New Zealand Government has announced a new funding initiative aimed at improving outcomes for young people in Wairoa through collaborative, partnership-based investment. The programme is designed to support community organisations, iwi, and service providers working directly with rangatahi aged 12 to 24. The initiative forms part of a broader approach focused on outcomes-based funding,… [Read More]

Metro Nashville departments and city programs are requesting additional funding as part of the newly proposed city budget plan, according to officials and budget discussions highlighted by WKRN. The requests come as the city evaluates priorities for the upcoming fiscal year, balancing public service needs with available revenue. The proposed budget process includes multiple departments… [Read More]

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Virginia has announced the launch of an Emergency Response Fund aimed at providing urgent assistance to refugees, immigrants, and survivors of trafficking who are facing sudden crises. The initiative is designed to respond quickly to emergencies caused by policy changes, loss of public benefits, and increasing economic and legal… [Read More]

Imperagen, a UK-based biotech startup, has raised $5 million in seed funding to develop its quantum physics and AI-driven platform for enzyme engineering. The company is focused on making enzyme design faster, more efficient, and more cost-effective compared to traditional laboratory-based trial-and-error methods used in biotechnology and pharmaceutical development. The startup uses a combination of… [Read More]

Applications are now open for a Natural Area grant program aimed at supporting conservation, restoration, and protection of environmentally significant lands. The initiative is designed to help local governments, conservation groups, and eligible organizations fund projects that preserve natural habitats and improve ecological health. The grant program focuses on protecting natural areas such as forests,… [Read More]

AI gaming infrastructure is increasingly being recognized as a new investment opportunity, particularly in regulated markets where compliance requirements, data governance, and operational restrictions shape how gaming platforms are built and scaled. The sector is evolving beyond traditional gaming software into a more complex ecosystem that integrates artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and real-time data processing…. [Read More]