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GCERF Call for EOIs: Strengthening Community Resilience to Violent Extremism in Nigeria

Deadline: 9 July 2018 The Nigeria Country Support Mechanism (CSM) of GCERF has announced a Call for Expressions of Interest from Nigerian organisations to become a Principal Recipient (PR) of funding from GCERF’s Core Funding Mechanism (CFM). The Call for Expression of Interests is for initiatives to strengthen community resilience to violent extremism in Nigeria…. [Read More]

Sophie and Karl Binding Foundation: Promoting and Strengthening Social Cohesion and Equality

Deadline: 15 September 2018 The Sophie and Karl Binding Foundation is inviting applications for its grant program to support projects in the areas of environment, social, education and culture in Switzerland. The Foundation is a non-profit foundation and politically and religiously independent. Goals Promote and strengthen social cohesion and equalization in Switzerland as well as… [Read More]

Resist Grant: Supporting People’s Movements for Justice and Liberation in the U.S.

Deadline: 8 September 2018 Resist Foundation is seeking applications for its grant program to support people’s movements for justice and liberation. The Foundation redistributes resources back to frontline communities at the forefront of change while amplifying their stories of building a better world. Funding Priorities Resist funds organizations that: Resist: Groups that organize, base build,… [Read More]

Apply for KAS Media Africa Scholarship 2019!

Deadline: 13 July 2018 Applications are open for KAS Media Africa Scholarship 2019 which is offering a university scholarship to a promising, young sub-Saharan African journalist to do a full-time Honours or Masters Degree at the University of Witwatersrand’s Journalism Programme in Johannesburg in 2019. The scholarship includes the university fees, return flight to Johannesburg,… [Read More]

Global Fund for Community Foundation: Strengthening & Supporting Community Philanthropy Approaches

Deadline: 20 July 2018 The Global Fund for Community Foundation (GFCF) is currently seeking concept notes for its 2018 grants programme aimed at strengthening and supporting community philanthropy approaches that: Strengthen the efforts of CPOs to respond to, change mindsets around and build support for complex, sensitive or apparently intractable issues at the community level… [Read More]

Arts Council Malta: Inviting Applicants for Project Support Grant Program

Deadline: 15 October 2018 Arts Council Malta is seeking applications for its Project Support Grant to support the development of high-quality artistic projects. This strand focuses on the development and production of an artistic project which has innovation, quality and artistic development as a primary aim. This strand encourages projects aiming at boosting artistic development,… [Read More]

Applications Open for Canon Oceania Grants Program in New Zealand!

Deadline: 20 July 2018 Applications are open for “Canon Oceania Grants Program” to support schools and not-for-profit groups who are addressing both social and environmental issues in their community and inspiring change for future generations. Categories Community Grant: A project with significance to a local community; Educational Grant: A project being run by a primary,… [Read More]

U.S. Fish & Wildlife Services: Seeking Applications for Canada Standard Grants Program

Deadline: 24 August 2018 The Canada Standard Grants Program, a matching grant program, is currently open for applications to support public-private partnerships carrying out wetlands conservation projects in Canada. Their projects contribute to a comprehensive, programmatic approach towards furthering the goals of the North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA). Project activities involve the long-term conservation… [Read More]

Applications Open for Canon Oceania Grants Program in Australia!

Deadline: 20 July 2018 Applications are open for “Canon Oceania Grants Program” to support schools and not-for-profit groups who are addressing both social and environmental issues in their community and inspiring change for future generations. Grant Categories Community Grant: A project with significance to a local community; Educational Grant: A project being run by a… [Read More]

Enovert Community Trust: Supporting Community and Environmental Projects in UK

Deadline: 24 August 2018 Enovert Community Trust (formerly Cory Environmental Trust in Britain) is seeking applications for its grant program to support community and environmental projects across the UK. The Trust awards grants under the terms of the Landfill Communities Fund (LCF), providing funding to a broad range of projects that have as big an… [Read More]

Australian Embassy in Zimbabwe: Direct Aid Program 2018-2019

Deadline: 15 September 2018 Applications are now open for the Direct Aid Program (DAP) 2018-2019 which is a flexible small grants scheme for development activities managed by Heads of Australian Missions. The emphasis of the program is on alleviating basic humanitarian hardships. The Direct Aid Program, managed by the Embassy in Harare provides funding for… [Read More]

U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of INL: Increasing Access to Justice in Bangladesh

Deadline: 16 August 2018 The United States Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, is seeking applications from qualified Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Educational Institutions and other non-profit qualified organizations for a Grant/Cooperative to implement a program entitled “Increasing Access to Justice in Bangladesh”. This project will provide professional and technical development… [Read More]

U.S. Embassy in Mali: Seeking Applications for ‘Community-Based Activities to Build Civil Society and Youth Capacity in Mali’

Deadline: 20 August 2018 The U.S. Embassy in Mali of the U.S. Department of State has announced an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a program (or programs) to help counter violent extremism through cultural events and civic dialogue. Programs should also include a media / outreach component to broaden local… [Read More]

RAF Community Grants Program 2019: Supporting Sustainable Cultural Development in Australia

Deadline: 10 August 2018 The Australian Government’s Regional Arts Fund is seeking applications for its Community Grants program 2019 to support sustainable cultural development in regional and remote communities in Australia. The program is managed by Regional Arts Australia and, in NSW, by Regional Arts NSW. The Regional Arts Fund is designed to benefit regional… [Read More]

Applications Open for Souter Charitable Trust’s Grant Program!

Deadline: 17 August 2018 The Souter Charitable Trust (SCT) is seeking applications for its grant program to support projects engaged in the relief of human suffering in all its aspects in the UK and overseas especially, but not exclusively, those with a Christian emphasis and ethos. Funding Information Whilst there are no minimum or maximum… [Read More]

GCRF Networking Grants Round 3: Addressing Global Issues faced by Developing Countries

Deadline: 8 August 2018 The Academy of Medical Sciences in partnership with the British Academy, the Royal Academy of Engineering, and the Royal Society, has launched its third call for Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF) Networking Grants Program with an aim to support cutting-edge interdisciplinary research that addresses the global issues faced by developing countries…. [Read More]

Submit Applications for Girl Rising Creative Challenge!

Deadline: 15 August 2018 Girl Rising is seeking applications from individuals and organizations from across the world for its Girl Rising Creative Challenge to share how they are helping create a gender equal world. The actions, however big or small, can lead to profound change. The Challenge is sponsored by Girl Rising. Participation in the “Girl… [Read More]

IIEP-UNESCO/UNICEF’s Upcoming Round Table addressing issues related to Education in Children with Disabilities

The UNESCO International Institute for Educational Planning (IIEP-UNESCO) has partnered with UNICEF to host a Technical Round Table to support ministries of education in planning education systems to include children with disabilities. It will be held from 18-20 July 2018 in Paris, France. The upcoming round table will address issues related to children with disabilities,… [Read More]

Entries Open for 23rd United Nations Correspondents Association (UNCA) Awards!

Deadline: 15 September 2018 The United Nations Correspondents Association (UNCA) is currently inviting applicants to submit entries for its 23rd annual UNCA Awards for the best print, broadcast (TV & Radio) and online, web-based media coverage of the United Nations, U.N. agencies and field operations. 2018 marks UNCA’s 70th anniversary celebrating seven decades of journalism… [Read More]

Webinar Video: How to Raise Funds for Humanitarian Relief

The webinar video on “How to Raise Funds for Humanitarian Relief” is now available online. The number of emergency situations around the world is increasing. When a crisis erupts, or within the context of an ongoing emergency, there are many funding mechanisms that are available. However, it can be difficult to access this funding, due… [Read More]

Upcoming Funding Opportunities of 2018 for NGOs in Kenya

Kenya is known for its wildlife, culture, history, beauty and friendly, welcoming people. In Africa, Kenya is a largest producer of agricultural products. Though being at the core of development, Kenya is facing several challenges that are needed to be solved. Unemployment is continual challenge, as well as health, crime and poverty. The non-governmental organizations… [Read More]

Upcoming Funding Opportunities of 2018 for NGOs in India

India is the most populous democratic country in the world. It is among the top five fastest growing economies in the world, development being the core to it. This development has been led from individual and community growth in India. The Indian government through its various schemes and programs is working to eradicate poverty, gender… [Read More]

Upcoming Funding Opportunities of 2018 for NGOs in Uganda

Uganda has made enormous progress in poverty reduction. Uganda needs better government determination to end corruption, to improve the weak educational reforms. Illiteracy is common in Uganda, especially in the female population which ultimately leads to low economic and health progress. Non Governmental Organisations (NGOs) have come to play a significant role in Uganda in… [Read More]

Upcoming Funding Opportunities of 2018 for NGOs in Nigeria

Nigeria is one of the largest countries in Africa. Nigeria is a developing West African country that has experienced periods of political instability, corruption, and mismanagement at the hands of its government. The development of a country can be defined using a variety of factors like Economy, poverty, education, healthcare, and unemployment. Nigeria has made… [Read More]

Upcoming Funding Opportunities of 2018!

We are glad that one more year has been added in the process of assisting you in providing information about relevant opportunities and beneficial resources for the success of NGOs worldwide. 2017 has been a great year and we will keep up the good work in 2018 and coming years too. To assist you better… [Read More]

Where can NGOs look for Research Grants?

Research has always been the basis to development. In this 21st century where the research of a micro to a macro product in on high peak, the procedures and machinery required are also on high demand. Thousands of scientists, institutes, organizations all over the world are working on different sectors of research in order to… [Read More]

Webinar Video: Donor Networking – Creating Lasting Relationships

The webinar video on “Donor Networking – Creating Lasting Relationships” is now available online. One of the most important strategies for successful fundraising is to develop strong and long-lasting relationships with institutional donors. But where do we start, and how do we build relationships successfully? Whether your NGO is working with governmental, foundation, or other… [Read More]

Webinar Video: How to Raise Funds from USAID

The webinar video on “How to Raise Funds from USAID” is now available online. The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is a major source of funds and partnership opportunities for NGOs around the world. USAID offers a significant amount of funding resources for NGOs through grant opportunities and requests for applications. USAID’s funding… [Read More]

Webinar Video: How to Raise Funds from US State Department Bureaus

The webinar video on “How to Raise Funds from US State Department Bureaus” is now available online. The US Department of State is a major donor to NGOs on a worldwide basis and is active in all major regions of the world. In generally, they are considered to be a donor that is easy-to-work-with, with… [Read More]

5 Bilateral Donors for Nepal after Denmark

For years, the Danish people have been large supporter of development in Nepal. However, recent budget cuts and a shift in priorities means that the Danish Embassy in Katmandu will be closing by the end of 2017. Denmark will still fund Nepal projects through EU initiatives, however they leave behind a large funding gap. We… [Read More]

EU funding for Sub-Saharan Africa: Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya, and Nigeria

The National Indicative Programmes 2014-2020 by the European Commission The NIPs were developed by the EC in conjunction with the national governments of receiving countries and provide six-year strategic plans (2014-2020) for sustainable development cooperation. Per country, three ‘focal sectors’ were selected that are deemed priority development areas, including the indicative funding amount. The NIPs… [Read More]

Email Etiquette- A guide to writing more effective emails

Every professional today needs to communicate via email, but not everyone knows how to do it right. When writing an email, you walk a thin line between formal and informal. The technology allows for a more casual tone and immediate conversation,which causes many people to take it lightly, and use it in ways that are… [Read More]

Primer in Funding Streams: Vocabulary and Recommendations for NGOs New at Fundraising

There are millions of NGOs in the world today, and all of them need funding in one way or the other. Fortunately, billions of dollars every year go to NGOs and their causes. But how can NGOs access these funds? Where should they look to? The fundraising landscape is a complex and competitive environment, and… [Read More]

Developing a Project Plan

If you have a great idea for a project you would like to implement in your organization, you likely will need to write a project plan to present it to your fellow workers or your boss. A project plan is a comprehensive plan about what you want to do and how. It is a great… [Read More]

Webinar Video: How to Raise Funds from DFID

The webinar video on “How to Raise Funds from DFID” is now available online. DFID‘s funding resources support a wide range of issues areas: education, health, poverty reduction, the environment, water and sanitation. Despite this, many NGOs often do not apply for funding with DFID because of the complexity and highly competitive nature of the… [Read More]

A List of CSR Donors in Kenya

Fundraising from companies is quite different from other types of fundraising. Getting foundations, government agencies, individuals and companies to support your cause requires different approaches. In their philanthropy, companies are often motivated by reasons that differ from other donors. Programs that have good PR value are often in high demand. Those NGOs that work in… [Read More]

Webinar Video: Donor Research and Identification

The webinar video on “Donor Research and Identification: Finding Great Funders for your Organization” is now available online. Conducting research on prospective institutional donors can be an overwhelming process and many NGOs don’t know where to start. This webinar video will provide some basic approaches to effective donor research methods. A key focus will be… [Read More]

Youth Development Foundations in Nigeria

Youth Development is the prerequisite today for the growth of every nation. In order to seek the long term development and growth of a nation, youths in the countries should be well trained and educated as the leadership skills that the youth today posses will automatically direct the gradation of a country. Nigeria is the… [Read More]

Foundations supporting Christian and Muslim Faith-Based Organizations

Despite a lot of NGOs are working on various issues like health, education, water and sanitation, community development, agriculture etc, there are still hundreds of faith based organizations whose values are based on faith and have a mission based on the social values of particular faith. With their extraordinary moral authority and power, faith-based organisations… [Read More]

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