Deadline: 5 June 2016 Elhra's Humanitarian Innovation Fund is seeking cutting-edge innovations for its program entitled "Accelerating the Journey to Scale" to provide tailored technical support and funding of up to £400,000 each over a two year period, to innovations demonstrating the greatest … [Read more...] about Humanitarian Innovation Fund: Accelerating the Journey to Scale
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CTI PFAN Call for Proposals: Asia Forum for Clean Energy Financing
Deadline: 20 June 2016 CTI Private Financing Advisory Network (CTI PFAN) is currently accepting proposals for its Asia Forum for Clean Energy Financing (AFCEF-7) Business Plan Competition, to be held in Singapore on 10th February 2017. AFCEF-7 seeks to nurture entrepreneurs, start-up and existing … [Read more...] about CTI PFAN Call for Proposals: Asia Forum for Clean Energy Financing
Call for Applications: Humanitarian Water and Food Awards 2016
Deadline: 12 June 2016 Are you running a sustainable project within water, air or food security? If yes then apply for the WAF Awards 2016! Applications are open for the Humanitarian Water and Food Awards (WAF) 2016, to promote outstanding individuals and organisations who are creating sustainable … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Humanitarian Water and Food Awards 2016
SAB Foundation’s Social Innovation Awards Programme 2016: Finding Innovative Business Solutions
Deadline: 31 May 2016 The SAB Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Social Innovation Awards Programme 2016 with a motive to recognise the work of entrepreneurs who are finding innovative business solutions to challenges facing some of South Africa’s most vulnerable people like … [Read more...] about SAB Foundation’s Social Innovation Awards Programme 2016: Finding Innovative Business Solutions
IIE-SRF Fellowships for Threatened Scholars Around the World
IIE-SRF Fellowships for Threatened Scholars Around the World The Institute of International Education Scholar Rescue Fund (IIE-SRF) is inviting applications for its fellowship program for Threatened Scholars, the idea being the preservation of the lives, voices, and ideas of scholars around the … [Read more...] about IIE-SRF Fellowships for Threatened Scholars Around the World
Biocon Foundation – Grant in Aid Program for NGOs/Societies/Trusts working on Various Social Issues in India
Applications can be submitted anytime Biocon Foundation is proactively seeking partnerships with organizations with a similar vision to deliver sustainable and impactful programs on the field. We plan to reach out to wider geographies in the domain of Healthcare, Education and Rural Development and … [Read more...] about Biocon Foundation – Grant in Aid Program for NGOs/Societies/Trusts working on Various Social Issues in India
Arghyam Grants to Indian NGOs Working for Safe, Sustainable Water and Sanitation for All
Deadline: Ongoing Arghyam aims to work to improve access to clean water and the provision of sanitation in a sustainable and equitable manner. Arghyam considers requests for grants to assist small, medium and large projects in India that meet its vision of safe, sustainable, water and sanitation … [Read more...] about Arghyam Grants to Indian NGOs Working for Safe, Sustainable Water and Sanitation for All
Oak Foundation Grants for Projects above USD 25,000 that support International Human Rights
Letters of Inquiries can be submitted anytime The Oak Foundation commits its resources to address issues of global social and environmental concern, particularly those that have a major impact on the lives of the disadvantaged. The funds support civil society organisations across the world that … [Read more...] about Oak Foundation Grants for Projects above USD 25,000 that support International Human Rights
The Fund for Global Human Rights-Supporting Human rights Defenders around the World
Applications are open for Emergency grants The Fund for Global Human Rights was founded in 2003 to move human rights forward by providing resources and tools to the people and organizations on the ground that have real potential to generate positive change. Fund’s grants and technical assistance … [Read more...] about The Fund for Global Human Rights-Supporting Human rights Defenders around the World
Nippon Foundation’s Overseas Grants for NGOs/NPOs Working to Improve the Basic Human Needs
Deadline: Ongoing The Nippon Foundation accepts grant application throughout the year from Japan as well as overseas non-profit organizations based outside Japan. Applications for overseas cooperative assistance are open throughout the year. There is no upper limit to the amount of grant funding. … [Read more...] about Nippon Foundation’s Overseas Grants for NGOs/NPOs Working to Improve the Basic Human Needs
The Elton John AIDS Foundation’s Robert Key Memorial Fund: Apply for Grants of up to £10,000!
Deadline: Ongoing The Elton John AIDS Foundation (EJAF) accepts grant applications for its different kinds of grant programs. One of them is Robert Key Memorial Fund. The applications for these grants can be accepted anytime with no specific deadline. The foundation seeks to fund frontline … [Read more...] about The Elton John AIDS Foundation’s Robert Key Memorial Fund: Apply for Grants of up to £10,000!
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Grants to provide Access to basic Health care & services to Children & Families Living in Urban Poverty
Deadline: Ongoing The Michael & Susan Dell Foundation (MSDF) seeks to fund projects that directly serve or impact children living in urban poverty, particularly in the areas of education, childhood health and family economic stability (including microfinance.) Total Grants committed by the … [Read more...] about Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Grants to provide Access to basic Health care & services to Children & Families Living in Urban Poverty
MAC AIDS Fund’s International Grants of up to $75,000 USD for non-profit organizations in Asia Pacific, Europe/Middle East & Latin America
Deadline: Ongoing The MAC AIDS Fund supports organizations that provide direct services for individuals living with HIV/AIDS and that address the link between poverty and AIDS. The aim is to help fund those direct care services most needed in a particular community based on HIV/AIDS prevalence and … [Read more...] about MAC AIDS Fund’s International Grants of up to $75,000 USD for non-profit organizations in Asia Pacific, Europe/Middle East & Latin America
African Women’s Development Fund
Applications can be submitted anytime The African Women’s Development Fund (AWDF) finances local, national, sub-regional and regional organizations in Africa working towards women’s empowerment. The AWDF aims to help build a culture of learning and partnerships within the African women’s movement. … [Read more...] about African Women’s Development Fund
ELLE Foundation for Women’s Empowerment through Education, Training & Information
Applications can be submitted throughout the year Elle Foundation has been supporting the development, emancipation and women’s place in society since its establishment in 2004. It provides financial support to projects that aim to promote the empowerment of women through education, training and … [Read more...] about ELLE Foundation for Women’s Empowerment through Education, Training & Information
Urgent Action Fund to Protect, Sustain & Strengthen Women Around the World
Grant requests can be made anytime Established in 1997, Urgent Action Fund for Women’s Human Rights is a global women’s fund that protects, strengthens and sustains women and transgender human rights defenders at critical moments. The Urgent Action Fund for Women’s Human Rights is a global women’s … [Read more...] about Urgent Action Fund to Protect, Sustain & Strengthen Women Around the World
Open Society Foundation – The Burma Project to Support Marginalized Communities
Applications can be submitted throughout the year The Open Society Foundation is accepting grant applications for the Burma Project. The Burma Project, established by the Open Society Foundations in 1994, is dedicated to increasing international awareness of conditions in Burma and helping the … [Read more...] about Open Society Foundation – The Burma Project to Support Marginalized Communities
United States Institute of Peace Resolving Violent Conflicts Around the World
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis The United States Institute of Peace works to prevent, mitigate, and resolve violent conflict around the world. USIP does this by engaging directly in conflict zones and by providing analysis, education, and resources to those working for peace. South … [Read more...] about United States Institute of Peace Resolving Violent Conflicts Around the World
Asian Foundation Funds Building Economic Peace around Asia
Application Inquiries can be made anytime The Asian Foundation is a nonprofit international development organization committed to improving lives across a dynamic and developing Asia. The Foundation educates women on their legal rights, safety, and personal health, protects the basic rights of … [Read more...] about Asian Foundation Funds Building Economic Peace around Asia
Sasakawa Peace Foundation Funds for Projects Promoting International Peace, Exchange & Cooperation
The Sasakawa Peace Foundation (SPF) is currently accepting applications from NGOs/ other not for profit organizations to undertake the different types of projects mentioned below while promoting international exchange, cooperation & understanding. SPF contributes to the welfare of humankind and … [Read more...] about Sasakawa Peace Foundation Funds for Projects Promoting International Peace, Exchange & Cooperation
European Endowment for Democracy Funds for Civil Society Organizations & Individual Activists
Applications are accepted anytime The European Endowment for Democracy (EED) is a new independent grant giving institution that supports actors of democratic change. EED is a joint initiative of European States and EU institutions, which draws on the EU’s transition experiences and is inspired by … [Read more...] about European Endowment for Democracy Funds for Civil Society Organizations & Individual Activists
Open Society Grants to Support Voices of Pro-Democracy Organisations & Individuals in Eastern Africa
Applications are accepted throughout the year OSIEA is able to support and amplify the voices of Pro-Democracy Organisations and individuals in the region and to strengthen their capacity to hold their governments accountable. This includes efforts to defend and support rights activists and … [Read more...] about Open Society Grants to Support Voices of Pro-Democracy Organisations & Individuals in Eastern Africa
Inter- American Foundation Grants: Enhancing Self Governance & Democracy in Latin America & Caribbean
Proposals can be submitted throughout the year The Inter-American Foundation (IAF) invites proposals for its grant program. The IAF funds the self-help efforts of grassroots groups in Latin America and the Caribbean to improve living conditions of the disadvantaged and the excluded, enhance their … [Read more...] about Inter- American Foundation Grants: Enhancing Self Governance & Democracy in Latin America & Caribbean
US-African Development Foundation: Supporting Marginalized Communities in Africa
Applications are open year round USADF supports African-led development that grows community enterprises by providing seed capital and technical support. This empowers those who are least served by existing markets or assistance programs to become a part of Africa’s growth story. USADF works with … [Read more...] about US-African Development Foundation: Supporting Marginalized Communities in Africa
UNDP’s GEF Small Grants Programme for NGOs/CBOs Working Around the World
Applications are accepted throughout the year The United Nations Development Program (UNDP) provides Global Environment Facility Small Grants to assist developing countries in fulfilling their commitment of protection of the global environment through local actions. Grant Size The maximum grant … [Read more...] about UNDP’s GEF Small Grants Programme for NGOs/CBOs Working Around the World
Fluor Foundation Grants to Promote Education, Environment, Community Development Around the World
Applications are considered on an ongoing basis Fluor Foundation's mission is to promote education, environment, social science and community development in both developed and underdeveloped countries. Fluor considers requests for operating, program, capital, or endowment support. Priority is … [Read more...] about Fluor Foundation Grants to Promote Education, Environment, Community Development Around the World
ABILIS Foundation: Small Grants to Organizations run by People with Disability
Applications are accepted throughout the year The Abilis Foundation provides small grants to Organizations run by People with Disability (related to mobility, vision, hearing or any other type) to implement their projects in developing countries. Primary objective of the Abilis foundation is to … [Read more...] about ABILIS Foundation: Small Grants to Organizations run by People with Disability
The Alert Fund for Youth: Supporting Progressive Projects for Young People
The Alert Fund for Youth is an independent fund which supports progressive projects for young people. It provides funding to diverse range projects like skills training for activists, protest rallies, recycle camps for youth, a LGTB coming out book (where it’s still needed), demonstrations all over … [Read more...] about The Alert Fund for Youth: Supporting Progressive Projects for Young People
Japan Fund for Poverty Reduction: Grants for Projects Supporting Poverty Reduction and Social Development Activities
The Japan Fund for Poverty Reduction provides grants for poverty reduction and related social development activities with priority placed on the poorest and most vulnerable groups living in destitution in ADB developing member countries (DMCs), primarily on innovative programs designed or … [Read more...] about Japan Fund for Poverty Reduction: Grants for Projects Supporting Poverty Reduction and Social Development Activities
The Disney Conservation Fund: Rapid Response Fund for Crises, Environmental & Conservational Needs!
The Disney Conservation Foundation through its Rapid Response Fund provides emergency fund at the time of crises, environmental or conservation needs. The Disney Conservation Fund is a key pillar in Disney’s efforts to protect the planet and help kids develop lifelong conservation values. The fund … [Read more...] about The Disney Conservation Fund: Rapid Response Fund for Crises, Environmental & Conservational Needs!
Wallace Global Fund: Protecting Diversity of Nature
The Wallace Global Fund supports activities and movements that are global or national in scope. Its mission is to promote an informed and engaged citizenry, to fight injustice, and to protect the diversity of nature and the natural systems upon which all life depends. The fund awards grants to high … [Read more...] about Wallace Global Fund: Protecting Diversity of Nature
The Global Fund for Community Foundations: Strengthening Community Foundations and Local Philanthropic Institutions!
The Global Fund for Community Foundations (GFCF) is a grassroots grantmaker working to promote and support institutions of community philanthropy around the world. It works with individual community foundations and other local grantmakers and their networks around the world, with a particular focus … [Read more...] about The Global Fund for Community Foundations: Strengthening Community Foundations and Local Philanthropic Institutions!
The Arab Human Rights Fund: Support for the Promotion and Realization of all Human Rights in the Arab Region!
The Arab Human Rights Fund is a non-profit organization established to support human rights in the Arab Region and it is committed to managing its business according to the principles of transparency and accountability. Arab Human Rights Fund is committed to all the rights listed in the Universal … [Read more...] about The Arab Human Rights Fund: Support for the Promotion and Realization of all Human Rights in the Arab Region!
Paul Hamlyn Foundation: Various Open Grant Opportunities
The Paul Hamlyn Foundation continuously provide various funding opportunities in order to help people overcome disadvantage and lack of opportunity, so that they can realise their potential and enjoy fulfilling and creative lives. The Foundation has a particular interest in supporting young people … [Read more...] about Paul Hamlyn Foundation: Various Open Grant Opportunities
The Pollination Project: Seed Grants to Social Change Projects
The Pollination Project provides small startup grants to individual change makers. The Pollination Project seeks to unleash GOODNESS and expand COMPASSION all over the world. It makes daily seed grants to inspiring social change-makers who are committed to a world that works for all. It seeks to … [Read more...] about The Pollination Project: Seed Grants to Social Change Projects
Apply for AmplifyChange Opportunity Grants: Helping Groups Try out New Ideas
AmplifyChange through its Opportunity Grants helps groups try out new ideas, implement their plans or make the most of circumstances where there may be a good chance to bring about some sort of positive change. This grant serves as an opportunity for the organisations to contribute to making or … [Read more...] about Apply for AmplifyChange Opportunity Grants: Helping Groups Try out New Ideas
The Global Fund for Children: Transforming Lives for a Better Tomorrow!
The Global Fund for Children through its funds transforms the lives of children on the edges of society—trafficked children, refugees, child laborers—and help them regain their rights and pursue their dreams. The fund invests in undercapitalized organizations that provide critical services to … [Read more...] about The Global Fund for Children: Transforming Lives for a Better Tomorrow!
The Coca-Cola Foundation: Investing in Communities Worldwide!
The Coca-Cola foundation awards grants throughout the year to enhance the sustainability of local communities worldwide. The Foundation was established in the U.S. as a registered 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Foundations grants are awarded based on its priorities, tax requirements, legal … [Read more...] about The Coca-Cola Foundation: Investing in Communities Worldwide!
Global Innovation Fund: Transforming Ideas into Impact
The Global Innovation Fund invests in social innovations that aim to improve the lives and opportunities of millions of people in the developing world. The fund is always open to the best approaches to solve any major development problem in low- or lower-middle income countries to scale up … [Read more...] about Global Innovation Fund: Transforming Ideas into Impact
Japan International Award 2016: Inviting Young Agricultural Researchers
Deadline: 17 June 2016 Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences (JIRCAS) is currently accepting applications from young agricultural researchers for its 2016 Japan International Award with an aim to increase motivation among young researchers contributing to research and … [Read more...] about Japan International Award 2016: Inviting Young Agricultural Researchers
The Maypole Fund: Supporting Imaginative, Non-Violent & Politically Expressive Projects from Women
Deadline: 30 June 2016 Are you women? Do you have an imaginative project on anti-militarism; action against the arms trade; creating a culture of peace and preventing conflict and war; disarmament; or against nuclear weapons and weapons systems? Are you looking for funds to support your project? If … [Read more...] about The Maypole Fund: Supporting Imaginative, Non-Violent & Politically Expressive Projects from Women
Wellcome Trust Seed Awards: Supporting Research in any Field of Humanities & Social Sciences
Deadline: 27 September 2016 Wellcome Trust is inviting applicants for its Seed Awards in Humanities and Social Science, to provide flexible, responsive funding, enabling researchers to develop a novel idea to a position. They can support research in any field of the humanities and social sciences … [Read more...] about Wellcome Trust Seed Awards: Supporting Research in any Field of Humanities & Social Sciences
CRDF Global: Seeking Proposals for 2016 U.S.-Ukraine Agricultural Research Competition
Deadline: 15 June 2016 CRDF Global is accepting proposals for its 2016 U.S.-Ukraine Agricultural Research Competition. CRDF Global’s Research Partnerships (RP) competitions enable cross-border collaboration and the strengthening of international research through the implementation of peer-reviewed … [Read more...] about CRDF Global: Seeking Proposals for 2016 U.S.-Ukraine Agricultural Research Competition
Call for Applications: Training Course on Managing Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies
Deadline: 20 May 2016 The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), International Medical Corps, and Human Rights Education Associates (HREA) are offering a five-day training course on Managing Gender-Based Violence Programs in Emergencies. The aim of the program is to build both technical knowledge … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Training Course on Managing Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies
Nominations Open for World Summit Awards 2016!
Deadline: 15 July 2016 Nominations are open for World Summit Awards 2016 with an aim to promote world’s best digital innovation with an impact on society. Objectives Selection and promotion of best practices in digital innovation with local relevance, content depth and user value from all … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for World Summit Awards 2016!
Call for Proposals: GBIF Young Researchers Award 2016!
Deadline: 15 July 2016 The Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) is accepting proposals for its Young Researchers Award 2016 to foster innovative research and discovery in biodiversity informatics by graduate students who are deploying GBIF-enabled data in master’s and doctoral … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: GBIF Young Researchers Award 2016!
2nd Call for Proposals: €20 Million for Transnational RDD Projects
Deadline: 15 June 2016. The ERA-Net Smart Grids Plus has announced a Second call for transnational RDD projects on smart grids with an aim to support deep knowledge sharing between European smart grids initiatives by promoting and financing joint projects. Challenges Enabling an increased … [Read more...] about 2nd Call for Proposals: €20 Million for Transnational RDD Projects
What does the donor look for in a proposal?
This is a very important question because a project proposal is a lengthy document comprising of several different components. There is an introduction part, a background story, an explanation to justify the project, there are of course goals, objectives and strategies. But what is that single page … [Read more...] about What does the donor look for in a proposal?
What are the types of budget?
There are two types of budgets: Activity Budget and Line-Item Budget. Activity budget, as the name suggests, covers the costs required for implementing a project activity. For example, if your project strategy is about building the capacity of civil society leaders in your area, then you usually … [Read more...] about What are the types of budget?
How can I start developing a project budget?
A project proposal has several components such as project goals, objectives, results, strategies and activities. With so many sections, how and from where you can start the process of developing a project budget. An ideal way of starting to develop a project budget is to look at your project … [Read more...] about How can I start developing a project budget?














