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How can I use Project Activities to prepare my project’s budget?

As project activities influence the budgeting of your project, it is important to gain greater clarity about them. If you know the specifications of your project activities, then budgets can be developed more easily and more frequently. We will understand this from the following example. Let us say … [Read more...] about How can I use Project Activities to prepare my project’s budget?

What are the other costs that can be mentioned apart from activity costs in a project budget?

Donor agencies emphasize on covering activity costs. In fact, some donors can only fund activities. However, for larger project proposals, there will be overheads and staff costs on top of the activities that are listed out. To implement activities you are required to have human resources, an office … [Read more...] about What are the other costs that can be mentioned apart from activity costs in a project budget?

How to calculate staff time in a project budget?

In some project proposal formats, you may have come across ‘staff time’ or the number of ‘man hours’ required in the project. Large donors are very meticulous about these details and require minute calculations for the money they are going to give to organizations. So they expect budgets to be clear … [Read more...] about How to calculate staff time in a project budget?

How can I include overhead costs in my project budget?

Overhead costs refer to those expenses that are required by the organization to run its operations and they do not cover any direct expenses of project activities. However, they still form a part of many project budgets. Overheads can include office rent, telephone expenses, accounting fees, … [Read more...] about How can I include overhead costs in my project budget?

What is a Matching Contribution and from where can my NGO get it?

Often you must have come across in RFPs and other donor proposal guidelines that only 90% of funding will be given for the project. So where will the 10% come from? This 10% is referred to as the matching contribution towards the project. It does not mean that the donor agency is refusing to take … [Read more...] about What is a Matching Contribution and from where can my NGO get it?

USAID Global Health Challenges seeking concept notes

Deadline: 13 April 2017 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) through its Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) is inviting applicants for USAID Global Health Challenges to seek opportunities to co-create, co-design, coinvest, and collaborate in the research, development, … [Read more...] about USAID Global Health Challenges seeking concept notes

Open Society Foundation’s Global Drug Policy Advocacy Fellowship Program

Deadline: 25 April 2016 The Global Drug Policy Program under Open Society Foundations (OSF) invites applications to the 2016Asia & Africa Advocacy Fellowship Program on Drug Policy Reform. This program supports those working in sectors related to drug policy in order to increase their … [Read more...] about Open Society Foundation’s Global Drug Policy Advocacy Fellowship Program

FRIDA Grants: Providing Support to Research Projects and Innovative Initiatives

Deadline: 13 May 2016 FRIDA Grants provide funding to support research projects and innovative initiatives that seek to explore the potential of information and communications technology for promoting the region’s social and economic development and Internet access. Funding Information … [Read more...] about FRIDA Grants: Providing Support to Research Projects and Innovative Initiatives

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation: Global Grand Challenges Round 17

Deadline: 11 May 2016 The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has launched a call for ideas for its 17th round of Global Grand Challenges Exploration with an aim to harness advances in science and technology to save lives, and all of the investments are driven by the need to develop and apply … [Read more...] about Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation: Global Grand Challenges Round 17

Swiss Re Foundation’s International ReSource Award 2016

Deadline: 30 April 2016 The Swiss Re Foundation is seeking proposals for its International ReSource Award 2016 to support social entrepreneurial initiatives addressing water-related challenges with new and innovative approaches. The ReSource Award is focused on social entrepreneurial … [Read more...] about Swiss Re Foundation’s International ReSource Award 2016

Water for Health 2016 to Support High Quality Research & Development

Deadline: 24 May 2016 The Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, and the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO) jointly announces a call for proposals under the topic of Water for Health 2016 to support high quality research and development programmes aiming at … [Read more...] about Water for Health 2016 to Support High Quality Research & Development

Conservation, Food and Health (CFH) Foundation Seeking Concept Notes for Round 2 Grants

Deadline: 1 July 2016 The Conservation, Food and Health (CFH) Foundation is seeking concept notes for its second round grants from organizations in the developing countries to support projects that demonstrate strong local leadership, promote professional development in the conservation, … [Read more...] about Conservation, Food and Health (CFH) Foundation Seeking Concept Notes for Round 2 Grants

BNP Paribas Foundation’s 2016 Call for Projects: Climate Change

Deadline: 2 May 2016 The BNP Paribas Foundation has announced a call for projects under the topic of Climate Initiative with an aim to select between 4 and 7 research projects which will improve the understanding of climate change issues. Funding Information The grant requested: Must … [Read more...] about BNP Paribas Foundation’s 2016 Call for Projects: Climate Change

NWO’s Food & Business Applied Research Fund

Deadline: 5 July 2016 The Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO) is currently seeking applications for its Food & Business Applied Research Fund (ARF), providing grants to applied research contributing to innovation for food security and private sector development in the 15 … [Read more...] about NWO’s Food & Business Applied Research Fund

AREF Research Development Fellowship 2016 – Africa

Deadline: 6 July 2016 The Africa Research Excellence Fund is seeking applications for its AREF Research Development Fellowship 2016 with an aim to enhance the research competitiveness of early-career African researchers who have research leadership potential and are working on important … [Read more...] about AREF Research Development Fellowship 2016 – Africa

Financial Inclusion Program at Innovations for Poverty Action

Deadline: 29 April 2016 The Financial Inclusion Program at Innovations for Poverty Action is currently accepting Expressions of Interest (EOI) from teams of researchers and financial service providers to conduct rigorous research on financial product innovations for low-income households in … [Read more...] about Financial Inclusion Program at Innovations for Poverty Action

IDRC Doctoral Research Awards 2016: Improving the Lives of People in Developing World

Deadline: 18 May 2016 International Development Research Centre (IDRC) is currently accepting applications for the IDRC DoctoralResearch Awards 2016, to promote the growth of Canadian and developing country capacity in research to improve the lives of people in the developing world. Thematic … [Read more...] about IDRC Doctoral Research Awards 2016: Improving the Lives of People in Developing World

Young Earth Solutions: Seeking Young Researchers across the Globe

Deadline: 27 July 2016 BCFN YES! 2016 is back with a new competition entitled” Young Earth Solutions” that invests in young researchers by supporting PhD level education with a study grant. It is an international competition for young students and researchers from across the globe. Launched … [Read more...] about Young Earth Solutions: Seeking Young Researchers across the Globe

Humanitarian Water and Food Awards 2016

Deadline: 12 June 2016 Applications are open for the Humanitarian Water and Food Awards (WAF Awards) that acknowledges and promotes sustainable initiatives all over the world that help to bring water clean air and food to those who need them most. The award wants to bring exceptional pioneers … [Read more...] about Humanitarian Water and Food Awards 2016

Nominations Open for 2016 Champions of the Earth Awards

Deadline: 30 April 2016 Nominations are open for 2016 Champions of the Earth Awards by United Nations Environment Program. The award is the United Nations highest environmental honour recognizing visionary people and organisations all over the world that exemplify leadership and advocate action on … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2016 Champions of the Earth Awards

Applications Open for the Humanitarian Water and Food Awards 2016

Deadline: 12 June 2016 Applications are open for the Humanitarian Water and Food Awards (WAF Awards) that acknowledges and promotes sustainable initiatives all over the world that help to bring water clean air and food to those who need them most. The award wants to bring exceptional pioneers in … [Read more...] about Applications Open for the Humanitarian Water and Food Awards 2016

BCFN YES! Young Earth Solutions: Seeking Young Researchers across the Globe

Deadline: 27 July 2016 BCFN YES! 2016 is back with a new competition entitled" Young Earth Solutions" that invests in young researchers by supporting PhD level education with a study grant. It is an international competition for young students and researchers from across the globe. Launched for … [Read more...] about BCFN YES! Young Earth Solutions: Seeking Young Researchers across the Globe

The Green Talents Competition on Sustainable Development

Deadline: 24 May 2016 The German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) is currently inviting young researchers from around the world to participate in Green Talents Competition 2016.The award honours 25 young researchers from around the world each year. The prestigious Green Talents … [Read more...] about The Green Talents Competition on Sustainable Development

Apply for African Climate Change and Environmental Reporting Awards!

Deadline: 26 April 2016 African Climate Change and Environmental Reporting Awards (hereafter ACCER Awards) is Africa’s premier environmental and climate change reporting program, run and founded by the Pan African Climate Justice Alliance (PACJA) in 2013. journalists and other media practitioners … [Read more...] about Apply for African Climate Change and Environmental Reporting Awards!

Earth Day Special: Grants and Awards for Environmental Protection

The Earth Day is celebrated each year on 22 April with a mission to broaden and diversify the environmental movement worldwide and to mobilize it as the most effective vehicle to build a healthy, sustainable environment, address climate change, and protect the Earth for future generations. The … [Read more...] about Earth Day Special: Grants and Awards for Environmental Protection

UNICEF: Strengthening Community-Based Nutrition Programme in Afghanistan

Deadline: 5 May 2016 The United Nations Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) is inviting applicants for a programme entitled "Strengthening Community-Based Nutrition Programme" with a focus on IYCF/MNP/SBCC with the integrated management of acute malnutrition continuum through multi-sectorial … [Read more...] about UNICEF: Strengthening Community-Based Nutrition Programme in Afghanistan

European Commission-Growth: Seeking Proposals for the Reduction of Youth Unemployment

Deadline: 30 June 2016 The European Commission-Growth is currently accepting proposals for "Reduction of youth unemployment and the setup of co-operatives” in order to support actions that would contribute to reduce youth unemployment in Europe by ensuring that cooperative form of enterprises is … [Read more...] about European Commission-Growth: Seeking Proposals for the Reduction of Youth Unemployment

European Union Support to the Georgian Competition Agency

Deadline: 22 May 2016 The European Union (EU) is currently accepting proposals from eligible organizations to support the Georgian Competition Agency. The objective of the project is to support the law enforcement capacity of the Competition Agency by strengthening the professional ability of its … [Read more...] about European Union Support to the Georgian Competition Agency

Apply for International ReSource Award 2016 to Enhance Resilience in Water Management!

Deadline: 30 April 2016 The Swiss Re Foundation is seeking proposals for its International ReSource Award 2016 to support social entrepreneurial initiatives addressing water-related challenges with new and innovative approaches. The ReSource Award is focused on social entrepreneurial approaches … [Read more...] about Apply for International ReSource Award 2016 to Enhance Resilience in Water Management!

ViiV Healthcare: Inviting Applicants for Positive Action for MSM and Transgender Small Grants Program

Deadline: 20 May 2016 ViiV Healthcare is seeking applications from organisations for its “Positive Actions for MSM & Transgender" Small Grants programme which is a new global initiative designed to support and inform the global effort to alleviate the impact of HIV and AIDS among MSM (men who … [Read more...] about ViiV Healthcare: Inviting Applicants for Positive Action for MSM and Transgender Small Grants Program

CFH Foundation: Seeking Concept Notes for Round 2 Grants from Organisations in Developing Countries

Deadline: 1 July 2016 The Conservation, Food and Health (CFH) Foundation is seeking concept notes for its second round grants from organizations in the developing countries to support projects that demonstrate strong local leadership, promote professional development in the conservation, … [Read more...] about CFH Foundation: Seeking Concept Notes for Round 2 Grants from Organisations in Developing Countries

ViiV Healthcare: Inviting Organisations for Positive Actions for Girls and Women Funds

Deadline: 26 April 2016 ViiV Healthcare is seeking proposals from organisations for its Positive Actions for Girls and Women Fund with an aim to tackle the harmful practices and norms that limit the aspirations of girls and women and increase their vulnerability to HIV and to fund projects which … [Read more...] about ViiV Healthcare: Inviting Organisations for Positive Actions for Girls and Women Funds

HRSA: International AIDS Education and Training Center to Improve Health Outcomes of People Living with HIV

Deadline: 23 May 2016 The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) under Department of Health and Human Services is seeking applications for the International AIDS Education and Training Center (IAETC) program with an aim to improve health outcomes for people living with HIV (PLWH) along … [Read more...] about HRSA: International AIDS Education and Training Center to Improve Health Outcomes of People Living with HIV

USAID Broad Agency Announcement for Global Health Challenges

Apply for MQ Fellows Award 2016: Supporting Researchers around the World!

Deadline: 5 May 2016 MQ: Transforming Mental Health is seeking applications from talented researchers for its MQ Fellows Award 2016, to support the most promising early career scientists, clinician-scientists and researchers who are asking the difficult and challenging questions that will bring … [Read more...] about Apply for MQ Fellows Award 2016: Supporting Researchers around the World!

SIDA International Training Programmes: Private Sector Growth Strategies

Deadline: 2 May 2016 The SIDA International Training Programme is open for applications on Private Sector Growth Strategies (PSGS) from 21 November – 9 December 2016 in Sweden. The programme aims to prepare you and your organisation to face these challenges: and to nurture, stimulate and develop … [Read more...] about SIDA International Training Programmes: Private Sector Growth Strategies

SIDA International Training Programmes: Strategic Environmental Assessment in Asia and Africa

Deadline: 30 April 2016 The SIDA International Training Programme is open for applications on Strategic Environmental Assessment in Asia from 26 September - 14 October, 2016 and in Africa from 21 November - 9 December, 2016, which will be held at Gothenburg and Stockholm, Sweden. The programme may … [Read more...] about SIDA International Training Programmes: Strategic Environmental Assessment in Asia and Africa

SIDA International Training Programmes: Sustainable Urban Water and Sanitation-Integrated Processes

Deadline: 10 June 2016 The SIDA's International Training Programme is open for applications on Sustainable Urban Water and Sanitation-Integrated Processes. The programme targets public institutions, companies, and Civil Society Organisations that wants to contribute to a constructive change in the … [Read more...] about SIDA International Training Programmes: Sustainable Urban Water and Sanitation-Integrated Processes

SIDA International Training Programmes: Intellectual Property for Least Developed Countries

Deadline: 1 May 2016 Sida’s International Training Programmes are open for application on Intellectual Property for Least Developed Countries from August 28th - September 16th in Stockholm, Sweden. The Program aims to increase the capacity of the participant and her/his organisation to develop … [Read more...] about SIDA International Training Programmes: Intellectual Property for Least Developed Countries

Short Course on Conflict, Rule of Law and Local Security (November 7 – November 18, 2016)

Deadline: 23 September 2016 The Hague Academy on Local Governance is conducting a short course on Conflict, Rule of Law and Local Security from November 7 to November 18, 2016. The key training issues are: How can governments promote citizen security and protect human rights after violent … [Read more...] about Short Course on Conflict, Rule of Law and Local Security (November 7 – November 18, 2016)

Short Course on Local Economic Development (September 19 – 30, 2016)

Deadline: 22 July 2016 The Hague Academy on Local Governance is conducting a short course on Local Economic Development (September 19 – 30, 2016) in Netherlands. This course focuses on strengthening the economic capacity of a local or regional community to make optimal use of the existing and … [Read more...] about Short Course on Local Economic Development (September 19 – 30, 2016)

Short Course on Local Service Delivery (October 3 – October 14, 2016)

Deadline: 5 August 2016 The Hague Academy on Local Governance is conducting a short course on Local Service Delivery (October 3 – October 14, 2016) in Netherlands. In this course, participants learn how local governments can effectively deliver services to their citizens and how they can plan and … [Read more...] about Short Course on Local Service Delivery (October 3 – October 14, 2016)

The Hague Academy and SIDA’s Training Courses 2016

Summercourse: A local perspective to the Sustainable Development goals Deadline: 20 May 2016 The Hague Academy on Local Governance is conducting a short Summer course on- A local Perspective to the Sustainable Development Goals (July 11 – July 15, 2016) in Netherlands. During this Summercourse it … [Read more...] about The Hague Academy and SIDA’s Training Courses 2016

SIDA International Training Programmes: Strategic Business Management

Deadline: 2 May 2016 The SIDA International Training Programme is open for applications on Strategic Business Management from 21 November – 9 December 2016 in Sweden. The advanced international training programme Strategic Business Management (SBM) aims to prepare the participant and his/her … [Read more...] about SIDA International Training Programmes: Strategic Business Management

The Lasallian Foundation: Supporting Development and Emergency Relief Projects

Deadline: 15 July 2016 The Lasallian Foundation works in order to assess and understand local needs and to create appropriate, sustainable solutions to meet these needs. It works with its in-country Lasallian Partner Organisations (LPOs) and the local grassroots communities. The foundation focuses … [Read more...] about The Lasallian Foundation: Supporting Development and Emergency Relief Projects

South Africa/Argentina Joint Science and Technology Research Collaboration 2017

Deadline: 10 June 2016 National Research Foundation (NRF) has announced the fourth call for joint research project proposals between South Africa and Argentina researchers to contribute to scientific advancement in both countries. The projects will be supported for a period of three years. Aims … [Read more...] about South Africa/Argentina Joint Science and Technology Research Collaboration 2017

Applications Open for WAITRO Innovation Award 2016 for Sustainable Development!

Deadline: 29 July 2016 Applications are open for the WAITRO Innovation Award 2016 with a motive to reward innovations with significant social or economic impact produced with major contribution. WAITRO´s objective is to enable the development of action-oriented partnerships for sustainable … [Read more...] about Applications Open for WAITRO Innovation Award 2016 for Sustainable Development!

Call for Proposals 2016/17: Kazakhstan Prosperity Fund to Promote the Economic Reform & Development

Deadline: 4 May 2016 The British Embassy Astana has announced a £1.3bn Prosperity Fund over the next 5 years to promote the economic reform and development needed for growth in partner countries. The Funding priorities will include improving the business climate, competitiveness and operation of … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals 2016/17: Kazakhstan Prosperity Fund to Promote the Economic Reform & Development

U.S.-Egypt Higher Education Initiative: Scholarship Program for Egyptian Students

Deadline: 31 May 2016 The USAID-funded Public University Scholarships program through the U.S.-Egypt Higher Education Initiative is currently inviting applicants for its scholarship Program from high school graduates to attend excellence programs at public universities in parallel with … [Read more...] about U.S.-Egypt Higher Education Initiative: Scholarship Program for Egyptian Students

Women’s Learning Partnership Program

Deadline: 28 April 2016 Women’s Learning Partnership (WLP) is currently inviting researchers for Family Law Reform and Gender-Based Violence Project, a research-based advocacy project designed to meet a critical need identified by women throughout the Global South. The project is funded by … [Read more...] about Women’s Learning Partnership Program

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