Organizations working to advance gender equality now have an opportunity to access international funding through the 2027 Featured Grants Cycle launched by Together Women Rise.

The grant initiative focuses on supporting community-based organizations that improve the lives of women and girls in underserved regions across the Global South.

About the Grant

The Featured Grants Cycle is an annual funding program designed to strengthen grassroots initiatives addressing systemic barriers faced by women and girls living in low-income and marginalized communities.

Selected organizations receive financial support to expand impactful programs that promote equality, dignity, and long-term social change.

Priority Areas

Projects should demonstrate clear impact in areas such as:

• Women’s leadership and empowerment
• Girls’ education and skills development
• Economic inclusion and livelihood opportunities
• Gender equality and social justice initiatives
• Community health, protection, and wellbeing programs

Key Dates

• Applications Open: May 5, 2026 — 9:00 a.m. (ET)
• Application Deadline: June 5, 2026 — 5:00 p.m. (ET)
• Funding Cycle: 2027 Grant Awards

Funding Focus

The grant supports initiatives that:

• Deliver measurable community impact
• Strengthen local leadership and sustainability
• Promote inclusive development solutions
• Advance gender equity through locally driven approaches

Key Takeaways

• International grant opportunity for Global South organizations
• Supports programs advancing gender equality
• Open to grassroots and nonprofit initiatives
• Funding available for impactful women and girls’ programs

Don't miss out on the application deadline which is 5 June 2026.