The objective of this foundation is to finance projects relating to environmental engineering, management, and education in the areas of waste minimization, recycling, waste conversion, landfills, etc.

There are two annual pre-proposal deadlines on January 6 and July 1. Selected applicants from the pre-proposal phase will be invited to submit full proposals.
 

The mission of the Simons Foundation is to advance the frontiers of mathematics and basic sciences. The foundation funds high-risk basic research in mathematics and physical sciences, life sciences, autism, and education and outreach.

There are a variety of open calls for proposals throughout the year. Here are some examples:

Targeted Grants in Mathematics and Physical Sciences
• Up to five years of funding for high-risk projects
• Applications may be submitted at any time.

Targeted Grants to Institutes for Mathematics and Physical Sciences
• Financing of US$100.000-200.000/year is available for up to five years to support centers of excellence in the mathematical and physical sciences.
• Open calls are available each summer.

Autism Research Initiative
• This fund supports research on the mechanisms of autism and on potential therapeutic approaches.
• One-year projects will be funded for up to US$70.000.
• Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

The EIF funds work on communication in engineering, women in engineering, and developing countries.

It has deadlines in February and August of each year.

 • Enhancing Communication and Use of Information in Engineering

• Women in Engineering: Directed by Engineering Educators

Their foundation generally has 2-3 deadlines per year for each program.

• Earth Engine Awards (remote sensing)