International Development Grants Coming in October

October brings a steady stream of opportunities for nonprofits working across the Global South and in international civil society. Whether you're building capacity in early-stage ventures, scaling technology-driven solutions, or strengthening democratic institutions abroad, these funders are actively reviewing proposals. The month ahead offers a mix of rolling deadlines and ongoing cycles, so there's room to move thoughtfully through your applications.

Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation: Grant & Investment for Early-Stage Social Entrepreneurs

Draper Richards Kaplan backs innovative social entrepreneurs with scalable solutions for underserved communities worldwide. Beyond the funding itself, they pair grants or investment capital with deep operational and technical capacity building over three years. If you're an early-stage organization with a proven model and hunger to grow, this is the kind of funder who stays invested in your success. Rolling deadline. Apply here

Cisco Foundation: Grant for Nonprofits Addressing Social Challenges with Technology

Cisco funds technology-driven solutions to social problems in four priority areas: crisis response, education, economic empowerment, and climate resilience. They're looking for early-stage nonprofits and NGOs serving economically underserved communities with scalable, impactful approaches. If your work sits at the intersection of tech and one of those sectors, this is worth your time. Rolling deadline. Apply here

The International Foundation: Grant for International Development Nonprofits

The International Foundation supports nonprofits working in the Global South across agriculture, education, environment, and health. Their application process is structured in stages: eligibility evaluation, Letter of Inquiry, and full proposal. One proposal per organization per cycle. Rolling deadline. Apply here

National Endowment for Democracy: Grant for International Democracy and Civil Society Organizations

NED supports civil society groups abroad working to strengthen democratic institutions, advance civic participation, and promote democratic goals. They fund organizations in more than 90 countries across a wide range of thematic priorities including free expression, human rights, and democratic governance. If your work touches democracy and civil society, this funder has deep reach and long-term relationships. Rolling deadline. Apply here

Episcopal Diocese of Maine: Grant for Faith-Based Congregations Addressing Poverty

The Episcopal Diocese of Maine funds congregations and program groups for international and domestic outreach ministries that help alleviate poverty. Funded projects have included food pantries, community meal programs, medical supply procurement, and support for displaced populations. If you're a faith-based organization with international poverty-focused work, applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year. Rolling deadline. Apply here

These opportunities span the month ahead with rolling cycles, so there's no single sprint. If you're working with a funder relationship that matters to your mission and want Funding Findr to keep an eye on their next cycle, reply and let us know. We're here to help you stay close to the funders who care about the same communities you do.

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