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EPA Green Enterprise 2018: Innovation for a Circular Economy Programme
Deadline: 19 July 2018 The EPA has launched its Innovation for a Circular Economy Programme that will support companies and organisations in Ireland to develop and demonstrate consumer and business solutions that will stimulate resource efficiency and the circular economy. Funding for the Innovation for a Circular Economy Programme is provided by the Irish Government… [Read More]
World Photography Organisation: Seeking Nominations for Sony World Photography Awards
World Photography Organisation is seeking nominations for its Sony World Photography Awards which is one of the most celebrated and diverse photography competitions in the world. The objective of the awards is to establish a platform for the continuous development of photographic culture. The Awards do this by recognizing great contributions to photography in the past… [Read More]
Applications Open for WE Empower Challenge!
Deadline: 1 July 2018 Applications are open for “WE Empower Challenge” which is a global business competition for women entrepreneurs who are advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals and inspiring entire communities to create the world they want by 2030. Benefits Five selected awardees, one from each UN region, will be chosen from those who… [Read More]
British Embassy in Ankara: Seeking Project Proposals for British Embassy Programme Fund
Deadline: 29 June 2018 The British Embassy (BE) in Ankara is currently accepting project proposals for its 2018/2019 British Embassy Programme Fund to support programme activity in line with the UK government’s foreign policy objectives in Turkey annually. The programme’s main priority areas are promoting democratic values and structures, human rights, social inclusion and the… [Read More]
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Seeking Applications for ‘Australian Aid-Friendship Grants’ Program
Deadline: 27 August 2018 The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is seeking applications for the first Round of its “Australian Aid: Friendship Grants” that aims to bring a new and diverse group of partners from across Australia to contribute to the delivery of Australia’s aid program. The program is designed to support organisations… [Read More]
U.S. Embassy in Kazakhstan: Inviting Organizations for “GoViral Festival”
Deadline: 3 August 2018 The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Kazakhstan has announced a full and open competition for organizations to submit applications to manage ongoing programming for the “Go Viral” Festival and corresponding Network. The goals of Go Viral Festival and Network include expanding access to alternative sources… [Read More]
AYNI-FIMI Call for Applications: Leading from the South Program
Deadline: 31 July 2018 Applications are open for “Leading from the South” grant program with an aim to promote reflections and collective actions, learnings and constructions of solidarity networks between countries and regions to link the voices and experiences of indigenous women, so that, from their worldview and identity in the local spaces, articulate with… [Read More]
Mission Innovation: Sustainable Biofuels Innovation Challenge (IC#4)
Deadline: 31 August 2018 Applications are now open for the Sustainable Biofuels Innovation Challenge (IC#4) by Mission Innovation India Unit, set up by Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology. The purpose of developing a Sustainable Biofuels Joint call is to develop ways to produce, at scale, widely affordable, advanced biofuels for transportation and… [Read More]
Applications Open for Transforming Education Conference for Humanity!
Deadline: 1 August 2018 The UNESCO Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Education for Peace and Sustainable Development (MGIEP) is inviting applications for its Transforming Education Conference for Humanity (TECH) to showcase the role of digital technologies in enabling a shift from “transmissive pedagogies” to “transformative pedagogies” to create peaceful and sustainable societies. The conference will take place… [Read More]
U.S. Department of State, Bureau of OES: Inviting Applicants for Fisheries Management and Governance Program
Deadline: 27 July 2018 The Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs’ (OES) Office of Environmental Quality and Transboundary Issues at the Department of State, has announced the Notice of Funding Opportunity (“NOFO”): Fisheries Management and Governance in U.S. Free Trade Agreement Countries. The project will be implemented in one or more of… [Read More]
USAID-Port Au Prince: Seeking Applications for Orphans and Vulnerable Children II (OVC II) Activity
Deadline: 30 July 2018 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for a Cooperative Agreement from qualified U.S. and Non-U.S. organizations to fund a program entitled “Orphans and Vulnerable Children II (OVC II) Activity”. This new four-year Activity will support Haitian children living with and/or affected by HIV/AIDS to grow into… [Read More]
EPSRC: Seeking Proposals for Healthcare Impact Partnerships 2018/2019
Deadline: 12 July 2018 The Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) is seeking proposals for its Healthcare Impact Partnerships 2018/2019. This call is supported by EPSRC’s Healthcare Technologies theme, which aims to accelerate the impact of EPSRC funded research through to products and practices by working to develop partnerships with key stakeholders across the… [Read More]
British Embassy in Hanoi: Call for Proposals on Media Environment in Vietnam
Deadline: 5 July 2018 The British Embassy in Hanoi has announced a call for proposals under its theme “Media Environment”. This UK Vietnam Fund is a flexible and effective tool enabling the British Embassy in Hanoi to support projects linked to the UK government’s priorities in Vietnam. This call is under the UK Vietnam Fund… [Read More]
Call for Proposals: Grants for Local Self-governments in Serbia
Deadline: 6 July 2018 Within the scope of the European Union and the Council of Europe programmatic framework “Horizontal Facility for the Western Balkans and Turkey” (Horizontal Facility) – Action “Strengthening the protection of national minorities in Serbia”, the Council of Europe has launched a call for proposals for grants for local self-governments in Serbia…. [Read More]
U.S. Embassy in Jordan: Small Grants Program 2018
Deadline: 15 September 2018 The Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Embassy in Amman is inviting applicants for its Small Grants Program which is designed to assist worthy organizations implement programs that promote the U.S.-Jordanian partnership. Priorities Priorities include, but are not limited to: Improving mutual understanding between Jordanians and Americans Supporting English language teaching… [Read More]
IWMF: Seeking Applications for Adelante Reporting Initiative Fellowship
Deadline: 9 July 2018 The International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF) is seeking applications for its Adelante Reporting Initiative Fellowship. As part of Adelante, IWMF’s Latin America reporting initiative, a group of women journalists will travel to Mexico to report on Economic Development after the Elections from September 20 – October 5, 2018. Reporting fellows will… [Read More]
Apply for World Bank Group’s Young Professionals Program!
Deadline: 31 July 2018 The World Bank is currently seeking applications for its Young Professionals Program (YPP) with an aim to provide opportunity for younger talent who have both a passion for international development and the leadership potential to grow in fascinating top technical and managerial roles in the World Bank Group. The program is… [Read More]
USAID: Advancing Human Rights and Democratic Values
Deadline: 16 July 2018 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for a cooperative agreement from qualified U.S. and non-U.S. organizations to provide services to empower citizens to participate in the advancement of human rights and democratic values in their country. Consistent with the Administration’s 2017 “National Security Presidential Memorandum on… [Read More]
William T. Grant Foundation: Inviting Applications for Institutional Challenge Grant
Deadline: 7 September 2018 William T. Grant Foundation is seeking applications for its Institutional Challenge Grant to encourage university-based research institutes, schools, and centers to build sustained research-practice partnerships with public agencies or nonprofit organizations in order to reduce inequality in youth outcomes. Applications are welcome from partnerships in youth-serving areas such as education, justice,… [Read More]
Apply for Management Development Program for Western Africa!
Deadline (For Western Africa): 13 July 2018 Applications are open for the Management Development Program which is designed to enhance the leadership and management skills of program managers and leaders of sub-Saharan organisations, governmental and non-governmental, that are devoted to delivering health care services to underserved populations. The MDI program was designed by world-class management… [Read More]
Premium Resources
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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