First Trust Global Funds PLC has published its latest UK regulatory announcement, disclosing updated net asset values (NAVs) across its exchange‑traded funds. The report includes figures for the Bloomberg Nuclear Power UCITS ETF and the NYSE Arca Biotechnology UCITS ETF, reflecting performance as of late May. The Bloomberg Nuclear Power UCITS ETF reported a NAV… [Read More]

East Kootenay — May 26, 2026 — Community Futures East Kootenay (CFEK) has announced the launch of a new affordable housing loan program in partnership with the Vancity Community Foundation, aimed at supporting local non‑profits amid recent government funding cuts. The initiative, unveiled on May 25, introduces the Vancity Affordable Community Housing Loan Fund to the region, providing… [Read More]

Chicago — May 26, 2026 — The Lyric Opera of Chicago has received a $20 million donation from the Illinois‑based Negaunee Foundation, marking one of the largest gifts in the company’s history. The funds will expand Lyric’s educational programming and ensure that Mozart’s works remain a permanent part of its Downtown stage repertoire. Half of the gift will… [Read More]

Toronto — May 26, 2026 — Canadian asset manager AGF Management Limited has announced plans to increase its economic ownership of New Holland Capital LLC (NHC) to 50 percent, effective May 29, 2026. The Toronto‑based firm will convert its existing convertible note into equity and make an additional $20 million USD investment in the New York‑based multi‑strategy hedge fund, which manages more than $7.8 billion USD in assets. The investment builds… [Read More]

The Research and Innovation Foundation (Cyprus) has announced a new €1 million funding call aimed at supporting early-stage startup creation and development, with a focus on internationally oriented innovation. The programme, titled “Creation and Initial Development of Startups with International Orientation (PRE-SEED),” is designed to help entrepreneurs move from idea stage to early product or… [Read More]

The U.S. state of California has launched a new trust fund programme designed to support foster youth and children who have lost a parent or caregiver due to COVID-19 as they transition into adulthood. The programme, called HOPE — short for Hope, Opportunity, Perseverance and Empowerment — was created through legislation passed in 2022 and… [Read More]

A new £15 million funding programme has been launched in Edinburgh to support long-term, community-led projects addressing poverty, racism, and climate change over the next decade. The initiative, called the Regenerative Futures Fund, will distribute funding to 11 organisations and partnerships working across the city. Each selected group will receive up to £1 million spread… [Read More]

The Westfield Education Foundation has awarded nearly $130,000 in scholarships and educational awards to 86 graduating seniors from Westfield High School as part of its annual awards programme for the Class of 2026. The scholarship initiative, which also included support for one alumni recipient, recognized nearly 12 percent of the graduating class and was funded… [Read More]

Miracle Theatre has raised more than C$187,000 to establish a permanent support fund for people living with mobility-related neurological disorders in Prince George. The Prince George Mobility Disorder Support Fund was created using proceeds from the theatre company’s recent production of The Garage Sale, a comedy written by David King. Organizers announced that ticket sales,… [Read More]

The Judith and Norman Alix Foundation has awarded more than $715,000 in grants to support 15 capital projects across Lambton County, funding community infrastructure, cultural initiatives, accessibility improvements, and local recreation projects. One of the largest community projects receiving support is a downtown park development in Forest. The initiative secured a $75,000 grant to help… [Read More]

The Government of Canada has increased its financial support for the future St. Lawrence Shark Pavilion project in Sainte-Anne-des-Monts as construction officially begins on the new tourism and science facility. Federal authorities announced an additional C$700,000 in funding, bringing the total government contribution to C$3.8 million. The project is being developed by Exploramer Museum and… [Read More]

The BIRD Foundation has approved $7.5 million in funding for seven new collaborative projects between American and Israeli companies across sectors including healthcare, cybersecurity, agriculture, food technology, and mental health. The newly announced projects are expected to generate a combined investment of approximately $20 million through additional private-sector funding. The initiative supports joint research and… [Read More]

Lucerne — May 26, 2026 — The Lucerne Pension Fund (LUPK) has announced plans to raise its allocation to private equity with a stronger focus on impact investments, including infrastructure and micro‑finance. The move signals a progressive shift in strategy compared to the broader caution seen among Swiss pension funds. The fund’s decision reflects growing confidence in… [Read More]

The International Finance Corporation is planning a financing package of up to $10 million for Coris Bank International Chad to expand lending to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Chad. According to details released by the IFC, the proposed operation will take the form of a five-year senior loan designed to strengthen the bank’s ability… [Read More]

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank has announced a new $10 billion support facility aimed at helping member countries manage the economic risks linked to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The initiative, named the Energy, Food Security and Economic Resilience Facility, is designed to support governments, businesses, and financial institutions facing disruptions related to… [Read More]

New Delhi — May 27, 2026 — The Union Government has announced the first national call for the BIRAC–RDI Fund, a ₹2,000 crore financing initiative under India’s ₹1 lakh crore Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) framework. The fund aims to scale high‑impact biotechnology innovations and bridge the gap between laboratory research and industrial application. Union Minister Jitendra Singh unveiled the fund at a national event… [Read More]

Togo and the World Bank have reviewed progress on major coastal protection works underway in Aného as part of the regional WACA-ResIP programme aimed at combating coastal erosion and flooding across West Africa. During a recent visit to the coastal area, World Bank Regional Director Harold Tavares joined Togolese officials and project teams to inspect… [Read More]

Paris — May 26, 2026 — Median Technologies, a global leader in AI‑powered medical imaging, has launched a €40 million capital increase, with a potential upsize to €50 million, to support the rollout of its proprietary Eyonis LCS platform in the United States and Europe. The funding will also advance new clinical indications for the Eyonis technology, reinforcing the company’s commitment to… [Read More]

May 27, 2026 — Melbourne — Schools across Victoria’s outer east can now apply for the 2026 capital works fund, a $25.4 million investment aimed at upgrading education infrastructure and keeping public schools modern and accessible. Applications opened on May 21, with funding streams available for small‑scale projects, student inclusion initiatives, and larger upgrades. The fund supports practical improvements… [Read More]

Cameroon’s large-scale tire manufacturing project led by businessman Antoine Ndzengue has moved forward after Indian engineering company GHV Infra Projects Limited announced it had received a letter of intent connected to the planned industrial facility. The project, developed by Cameroon Tyres Factory Project SA, involves the construction of a greenfield tire manufacturing plant in Bekoko,… [Read More]

London — May 26, 2026 — The Premier League, The FA, and the UK Government’s Football Foundation have announced new funding through the Lionesses HERe to Play Fund, designed to meet the growing demand for women’s and girls’ football nationwide. Supported by The National Lottery via Sport England, the initiative will create more opportunities for women and girls to participate in football by covering essential costs… [Read More]

The World Bank Group is increasing its focus on helping resource-rich developing countries transform mineral wealth into long-term economic growth, job creation, and industrial development. As global demand for critical minerals and metals continues to rise due to urbanization, digitalization, and clean energy expansion, developing economies are being positioned to benefit from the growing market…. [Read More]

Malawi is strengthening its capacity for environmental and social development jobs by investing in skills training, higher education reform, and professional development programmes designed to meet growing demand for sustainability expertise. As the country expands infrastructure, climate resilience projects, and natural resource management initiatives, the need for trained professionals in environmental and social risk management… [Read More]