Cultivating Empathy Through Learning from Our Neighbors: Practitioners' Exchange on Common Issues in Asia supports cross-border teams addressing shared social issues through mutual learning and practical work.
Asia Program supports universities, museums, think tanks, and nonprofits with research, public education, policy engagement, and exchange funding to deepen understanding of East and Southeast Asia.
The Grant Program for Community Activities in Japan supports cross-disciplinary teams developing local participation and broader self-governance systems to strengthen communities across Japan.
2026 Research Grant Program: Interlinkages and Innovation for Future Societies supports research teams studying connections among people, nature, and technology to address social issues and rethink social systems.
Indo-Pacific Leadership Lab supports mid-career professionals through collaborative leadership development to advance sustainability, livelihoods, and well-being in coastal and river communities.
The Nippon Foundation’s Grant Opportunities and Priorities supports nonprofit and partner organizations’ projects in ocean affairs, education, inclusion, and other priority areas to advance work in Japan and internationally.