Multiple Grant 2026: Grants and Funding Opportunities
- Published
- 9 Sept 2026
- Closes
- 7 Oct 2026, 23:59 UTC
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- international-literacy-day-2026-grants-and-funding-opportunities-for-literacy
- Location
- Global / multi-country
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- Other
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[September 2026] In celebration of International Literacy Day 2026, this collection features grants, funding opportunities, awards, and research calls that support literacy and literacy-related initiatives. The opportunities aim to strengthen literacy, expand access to knowledge and learning, and support innovative approaches to addressing literacy challenges.
Open Call: UNESCO World Book Capital Programme
Deadline: 07-October-2026
The UNESCO World Book Capital Programme designates one city each year to promote books, reading, literacy, storytelling, freedom of expression, and cultural diversity. The designation recognizes cities with strong, inclusive, and achievable strategies for creating a lasting culture of reading through a year-long programme of activities…[more] Nominations open for EIFL Public Library Innovation Award 20
Deadline: 26-October-2026
The EIFL Public Library Innovation Award recognizes innovative artificial intelligence (AI) literacy training programmes delivered by public and community libraries in transition and developing economy countries…[more]
RFPs: Digital and Media Literacy as Drivers for Democratic and Civic Resilience
Deadline: 23-September-2026
The European Commission is funding research and innovation actions aimed at improving democratic resilience in the digital age…[more]
Open Call: DOST-PCHRD Regional Research Fund (Philippines)
Deadline: 15-September-2026
The DOST-PCHRD Regional Research Fund (RRF) Initiative is accepting research proposals from qualified researchers and institutions in Region IX, Philippines, to address priority health challenges through evidence-based research…[more]
RFAs: Copyright Agency’s Cultural Fund Supports Australia’s Creative Future
Deadline: 14-September-2026
The 2026 Cultural Fund Grants provide financial support for projects that strengthen Australia’s literary and visual arts sectors while promoting Australian stories, creativity, education, and cultural engagement…[more]
RFPs: Fluency Innovator Grant Program 2026 (US)
Deadline: 15-September-2026
The Fluency Innovator Grant provides U.S.-based educators working with students in Grade 3 and above with free access to the WordFlight reading intervention program for one semester…[more]
Open Call: The Food Literacy Grant (Canada)
Deadline: 15-September-2026
The Government of Yukon’s Food Literacy Grant provides $500 to $5,000 to eligible community organizations, governments, schools, early learning programs, charities, and qualifying Yukon residents for food and cooking projects…[more] St. John Ambulance Mental Health Literacy Grant (Canada)
Deadline: 31-December-2026
The St. John Ambulance Mental Health Literacy Grant provides funding for businesses, organizations, and individuals in Nova Scotia to access certified mental health and wellness training…[more]
Apply Now: Literacy Opportunity Fund (United States)
Deadline: 01-October-2026
The ProLiteracy Literacy Opportunity Fund provides grants of up to $6,000 to U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that directly provide adult literacy services…[more]
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