UNESCO has announced 2018 Prize for Girls’ and Women’s Education to honour outstanding and innovative contributions made by individuals, institutions and organizations to advance girls’ and women’s education. It is the first UNESCO Prize of this nature and is unique in showcasing successful projects … [Read more...] about UNESCO to Honour outstanding contributions of Individuals and Organisations to advance Girls’ and Women’s Education
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Islamabad inaugurates Workshop on countering the menace of Child Abuse
The Government of Balochistan, in collaboration with the United Kingdom’s Department for International Development (DFID) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) inaugurated a two-day national workshop on countering the menace of child abuse was inaugurated here today, bringing together key … [Read more...] about Islamabad inaugurates Workshop on countering the menace of Child Abuse
China provides US$6 million to assist Refugees and People hit by Drought in Ethiopia
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has announced a contribution of US$6 million from the Government of the People’s Republic of China to assist refugees and people suffering because of drought in the Somali region of Ethiopia. Over the last two years, China has contributed a total of … [Read more...] about China provides US$6 million to assist Refugees and People hit by Drought in Ethiopia
Japan announces US$72.3 million to WFP to meet Hunger needs in 23 Countries
The Government of Japan has announced the contribution of US$72.3 million to WFP to meet urgent hunger needs in 23 countries contribution. The generous infusion of funding will enable WFP to provide vital food and nutrition assistance in 23 countries across the Middle East, Africa, and … [Read more...] about Japan announces US$72.3 million to WFP to meet Hunger needs in 23 Countries
Australian Government Grants $1.9 million in Funding for Disadvantaged Women
As part of a five-year initiative of the Australian Government funded Pacific Women Shaping Pacific Development Programme, a total of $1.9 million in funding has been committed towards 14 diverse women's groups, networks and organisations in Fiji. These women groups, networks and organisations … [Read more...] about Australian Government Grants $1.9 million in Funding for Disadvantaged Women
The Africa Innovation Summit Announces its Call for Application to Innovators across Africa
The Africa Innovation Summit (AIS II) has announced a call for applications to innovators across Africa whose solutions have the potential to solve the continent’s challenges. The AIS has partnered with Enterpriseroom, a transformation consultancy specializing in starting, sustaining, and … [Read more...] about The Africa Innovation Summit Announces its Call for Application to Innovators across Africa
Glaucoma Research Foundation Announces $720,000 to support 12 Investigators
Glaucoma Research Foundation (GRF) has announced $720,000 in annual research grants to support 12 investigators at prestigious universities across the United States. The announcement during World Glaucoma Week emphasizes the need to find better treatments and a cure for this disease that affects … [Read more...] about Glaucoma Research Foundation Announces $720,000 to support 12 Investigators
The Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada Announces 2018-2019 Media Fellowship Program
The Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada (APF Canada) has announced the details of its 2018-2019 Media Fellowship Program. The goal of the program is to help Canadian journalists become better informed about this dynamic part of the world in order to write and broadcast insightfully on Asia and the … [Read more...] about The Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada Announces 2018-2019 Media Fellowship Program
John Carroll University Receives $640,000 Grant from National Science Foundation
John Carroll University has received a $640,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to recruit, retain, and provide scholarship support for students working toward degrees in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM). The goal of the grant is to increase the enrollment and … [Read more...] about John Carroll University Receives $640,000 Grant from National Science Foundation
World Food Programme Expands its School Meals Programme in Kyrgyzstan
World Food Programme has expanded its School Meals Programme in Kyrgyzstan to cover more than half of Kyrgyzstan’s primary schools over the next five years, thanks to a contribution of US$10 million from the Russian Federation. The expansion of the programme was announced at a ceremony in the … [Read more...] about World Food Programme Expands its School Meals Programme in Kyrgyzstan
Liberia Receives an Emergency Humanitarian Food Assistance Grant
An Emergency Humanitarian Food Assistance grant to Liberia was signed by the Government of the Republic of Liberia and the People’s Republic of China which aimed at consolidating and strengthening the existing bilateral cooperation between the two countries. The donation was based upon a request … [Read more...] about Liberia Receives an Emergency Humanitarian Food Assistance Grant
France Government launches 4 new Programmes under the Umbrella of Make Our Planet Great Again Initiative
The French government has launched four new programmes build on the interest of the country’s Make Our Planet Great Again Initiative aimed at attracting international students and academics that are keen to study and research earth sciences, climate change, sustainability and the transition to … [Read more...] about France Government launches 4 new Programmes under the Umbrella of Make Our Planet Great Again Initiative
ADB Projects secure $190 million from GCF Funding
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has secured $190 million in total funding—comprising of $85 million in grants and $105 million in concessional loans—from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) for its climate change projects in Cambodia, Mongolia, and Tajikistan, shoring up the bank’s efforts to increase its … [Read more...] about ADB Projects secure $190 million from GCF Funding
A new Humanitarian Platform Launches for Ugandan NGOs for more Coordinated Approach
A new humanitarian platform for Ugandan NGOs have been launched by the Uganda National NGO Forum (UNNGOF) in collaboration with Oxfam International to improve their transparency, accountability and coordination during humanitarian response. Following a stakeholders workshop in June last year in … [Read more...] about A new Humanitarian Platform Launches for Ugandan NGOs for more Coordinated Approach
UK Government Announces £300 million for Ageing Society Grand Challenge
UK Government has announced a £300 million competitive fund to develop the innovations and new technologies of tomorrow. The government has committed to invest in harnessing the power of innovation to help meet the diverse needs of an ageing society as part of the government’s plan to build a … [Read more...] about UK Government Announces £300 million for Ageing Society Grand Challenge
DFID Announces £10m Jo Cox Memorial Grants in support of Women and Girls
The Department for International Development has announced a new UK aid in memory of Jo Cox to support women and girls in developing countries for which Jo Cox Memorial Grants of £10m will be available. The one-off competitive UK Aid Direct funding round will focus on two themes. These are … [Read more...] about DFID Announces £10m Jo Cox Memorial Grants in support of Women and Girls
Community Partnership and Impact Grants Round Opening on 4 April 2018
UK Aid Direct has announced a new funding round for Community Partnership and Impact grants, which will open on Wednesday 4 April 2018 and lasts till Wednesday 13 June 2018 to support initiatives that focus on delivering results on a small scale, pilot new or innovative approaches, focus on the … [Read more...] about Community Partnership and Impact Grants Round Opening on 4 April 2018
German Government Announces €50 million to Support Women and Children’s Nutrition in South Somalia
The German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) has announced €50 million for a joint United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) and UNICEF programme to tackle women and children’s nutrition in nine districts in Banadir and six districts in Gedo region in the south of … [Read more...] about German Government Announces €50 million to Support Women and Children’s Nutrition in South Somalia
100 Entrepreneurs in Nigeria to Participate in Startup Europe Week
Over 100 entrepreneurs in Nigeria will join other 100,000 entrepreneurs across 50 countries for Startup Europe Week (SEW) on March 10, to support entrepreneurs across Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America. It is the largest multi-event of its kind for startups in Europe. Promoted by … [Read more...] about 100 Entrepreneurs in Nigeria to Participate in Startup Europe Week
United Arts of Central Florida announces February Cycle of Mini-Grants, Arts Learning Mini-Grants and Diverse Programming Grants
United Arts of Central Florida has announced the recipients of its February cycle of Mini-Grants, Arts Learning Mini-Grants and Diverse Programming Grants. Seven organizations were awarded Mini-Grants totaling $8,400; five organizations were awarded $5,050 for the Arts Learning Mini-Grant; and three … [Read more...] about United Arts of Central Florida announces February Cycle of Mini-Grants, Arts Learning Mini-Grants and Diverse Programming Grants
EU supports New Fund for Early-Stage Digital Companies in Central and Northern Europe
Trind Ventures has announced the first closing of its new fund at €21 million. The three largest investors in the fund are European Investment Fund (EIF) under the Juncker Plan, LHV pension funds (LHV) and Trind Ventures’ team itself. The fund will provide seed capital starting from €100,000 and … [Read more...] about EU supports New Fund for Early-Stage Digital Companies in Central and Northern Europe
EU Grants €123 million to Support 5000 small Businesses in the Baltic Countries
The European Investment Fund (EIF) and Swedbank have signed a microfinance agreement aimed at supporting micro-businesses in Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania under the EU Programme for Employment and Social Innovation (EaSI). The European Investment Fund is providing a guarantee which will enable … [Read more...] about EU Grants €123 million to Support 5000 small Businesses in the Baltic Countries
NBC’s R.I.S.E. America Program Grants $10,000 to Fifty High Schools
Fifty high schools received a $10,000 grant from NBC’s R.I.S.E. America Program. Through R.I.S.E. (Recognizing and Inspiring Student Expression) America, NBC has awarded these schools the grant to further theater programs. NBC is facilitating the program in partnership with the Educational … [Read more...] about NBC’s R.I.S.E. America Program Grants $10,000 to Fifty High Schools
Agritech Startup Gramophone elevates $1 million in pre-Series A Funding
Agricultural inputs startup Gramophone has raised $1 million in pre-Series A funding led by InfoEdge. The startup works with farmers, providing them with agronomy services and the right inputs during the entire cropping cycle. Delhi-based agritech startup Gramophone was Started by IIT Kharagpur … [Read more...] about Agritech Startup Gramophone elevates $1 million in pre-Series A Funding
Two NGOs receive $1 million assistance from Japan Government!
Two NGOs- Japan Mine Action Service (JMAS) and World Vision Japan has received over $1 million assistance from the government of Japan. Japanese Ambassador Hidehisa Horinouchi signed the contracts on Friday endowing the NGOs with a total of $1,131,547. JMAS receives $676,019 to JMAS for its … [Read more...] about Two NGOs receive $1 million assistance from Japan Government!
India: Dasra Initiates ‘ImpactFirst – Prioritizing Lives in Philanthropy’ to accomplish SDGs by 2030!
Dasra, a strategic philanthropy organization has launched an innovative initiative 'ImpactFirst' - Prioritizing Lives in Philanthropy', to enable adoption of a mindset that puts actual lives at the forefront of philanthropic work. Through ImpactFirst, Dasra aims to inspire accountability and … [Read more...] about India: Dasra Initiates ‘ImpactFirst – Prioritizing Lives in Philanthropy’ to accomplish SDGs by 2030!
Hungary’s Leader advocates ‘Stop Soros’ Laws against NGOs supporting Migrants!
The alliance between Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and Hungarian-American billionaire George Soros is long over. Three decades ago, they both worked to topple communism in their homeland. Orbán accuses Soros — a Jewish émigré who survived Nazi-occupied Hungary of trying to wrest control of … [Read more...] about Hungary’s Leader advocates ‘Stop Soros’ Laws against NGOs supporting Migrants!
Haiti- Humanitarian suspends Oxfam Great Britain for 2 Months!
Oxfam International Regional Director for Latin America and the Minister of Planning and External Cooperation the Caribbean, Aviol Fleurant has announced a precautionary measure against the NGO, Oxfam Great Britain (Oxfam GB). There is a suspension of two months of the recognition granted to this … [Read more...] about Haiti- Humanitarian suspends Oxfam Great Britain for 2 Months!
French government ends Funding to Jewish French Union for Peace!
A radical organization—the Jewish French Union for Peace (UJFP) will no longer receive funding from the French government. The government has ended its funding this month. Earlier in October 2017, the Jerusalem-based watchdog had found that UJFP was receiving funding from the French government for a … [Read more...] about French government ends Funding to Jewish French Union for Peace!
Dropbox Foundation Announces Funds for 4 Charities!
The Dropbox Foundation has announced funds to the UK-based charity and to the Irish humanitarian crisis charity Goal, the San Francisco youth charity Larkin Street Youth Services and Witness, a New York organisation that uses video and technology to help global activists document human rights … [Read more...] about Dropbox Foundation Announces Funds for 4 Charities!
A Call for the South African NGO Sector: Revitalizing NGOs to Reclaim their Rightful Place!
The call for renewal of the South African NGO sector towards pledge and activism has been announced. All national NGO sectors and networks of South Africa are invited to this inaugural consultative process. This is a call to begin the long journey of re-uniting and revitalizing NGOs to reclaim … [Read more...] about A Call for the South African NGO Sector: Revitalizing NGOs to Reclaim their Rightful Place!
India: Bengaluru-based Entrepreneurial Couple launches Self-Funded NGO, ‘NEW INDIA’
A Bengaluru-based entrepreneurial couple has announced the launch of their self-funded NGO, ‘NEW INDIA’ on Wednesday and committed Rs 200 crores for the underprivileged. Actor Emraan Hashmi was the chief guest on the occasion. The couple – Vijay Tata and his wife Amrita, have been sheltering 40 … [Read more...] about India: Bengaluru-based Entrepreneurial Couple launches Self-Funded NGO, ‘NEW INDIA’
Liberia: National Youth NGO Summit Provides Leadership Skills in Sustainable Development to Several NGOs
A one day National Youth NGO Summit was organised under the theme, "Sustaining the Growth of Youth NGOs through the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)" at the US Embassy in Monrovia, Liberia. The summit aimed at providing leadership skills in sustainable development to several NGOs. The daylong … [Read more...] about Liberia: National Youth NGO Summit Provides Leadership Skills in Sustainable Development to Several NGOs
Belgium: Shipbreaking Platform Publishes List of Ships Dismantled Worldwide in 2017
The NGO Shipbreaking Platform today has released a new data of ships dismantled worldwide in 2017. According to the Platform, 835 large ocean-going commercial vessels were sold to the scrap yards in 2017. 543 were broken down by hand on the tidal beaches of Bangladesh, India and Pakistan: amounting … [Read more...] about Belgium: Shipbreaking Platform Publishes List of Ships Dismantled Worldwide in 2017
NGO “People in Need” Launches Project to Improve Food Security in Angola
"People in Need", a non-governmental organisation has launched a project in February to improve the food security of the vulnerable communities in central Bie province. The fact was announced on Tuesday by Manager of NGO's Health Programme, Elena Catalan. Speaking to Angop, Elena Catalan spoke … [Read more...] about NGO “People in Need” Launches Project to Improve Food Security in Angola
Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships 2018
The Association of Commonwealth Universities is inviting applications for Commonwealth Master's Scholarships 2018. The last date of submission of application is March 11, 2018. These Commonwealth Master's Scholarships allow successful applicants to benefit from the expertise provided by … [Read more...] about Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships 2018
UNESCO seeks Nominations for the UNESCO-Madanjeet Singh Prize for the Promotion of Tolerance and Non-Violence 2018
UNESCO invites governmental and non-governmental entities, civil society actors and individuals active in strengthening foundations for peace and tolerance to propose candidates for the 2018 UNESCO-Madanjeet Singh Prize for the Promotion of Tolerance and Non-Violence. The closing date for … [Read more...] about UNESCO seeks Nominations for the UNESCO-Madanjeet Singh Prize for the Promotion of Tolerance and Non-Violence 2018
Prostate Cancer Foundation Receives $2.5 Million Dedicated to Advancing Prostate Cancer Research in African-American Men
The Prostate Cancer Foundation has announced a $2.5 million gift from Robert F. Smith, the founder, chair, and CEO of Vista Equity Partners, in support of research focused on African-American men and to launch a precision oncology center in Chicago- to aid veterans in the metropolitan area and … [Read more...] about Prostate Cancer Foundation Receives $2.5 Million Dedicated to Advancing Prostate Cancer Research in African-American Men
FENS and IBRO/PERC Announces Travel Grants for Students and Young Investigators
FENS and IBRO/PERC has announced travel grants for students and young investigators to attend the FENS Forum 2018. Application for the FENS – IBRO/PERC Travel Grants is open from the time of registration for the FENS Forum 2018 until 13 February 2018, (00:00 hours HAST). Travel Grants (€ 750 each) … [Read more...] about FENS and IBRO/PERC Announces Travel Grants for Students and Young Investigators
Kresge Expands Detroit Project With $6 Million Commitment
The Kresge Foundation has committed an additional $6 million over the next three years to spur and support neighborhood projects across its hometown through Kresge Innovative Projects: Detroit. The commitment builds on a three-year, $5 million pilot initiative that supported 40 projects and 16 … [Read more...] about Kresge Expands Detroit Project With $6 Million Commitment
PENN-UNESCO Fellowships for Developing Country Scholars in USA, 2018
The University of Pennsylvania’s Graduate School of Education is inviting applications to apply for PENN-UNESCO Fellowships to pursue a master degree. There are up to two full-tuition fellowships available for developing country students. The application must be submitted by April 1, 2018. This … [Read more...] about PENN-UNESCO Fellowships for Developing Country Scholars in USA, 2018
Positive Action Challenges: Reducing New HIV Infection in Children
Positive Action Challenges is inviting applications for replicable innovations at a local level which can speed up the progress being made to reach the super-fast-track target to reduce new HIV infections in children to less than 40,000 by 2018 and 20,000 by 2020. Concept note deadline is 23:59 GMT … [Read more...] about Positive Action Challenges: Reducing New HIV Infection in Children
Second Call for Sustainable Bioinnovations towards Value Addition and Agro/Bioprocessing for Smallholder Farmers and Communities in Eastern Africa
Bioresources Innovations Network for Eastern African Development is inviting applications for BioInnovate Africa Programme Phase II. The last date of application is February 2, 2018. Grant period is up to 3 years (2018- 2021). Partners per project should be minimum 3 and maximum 5 from at least … [Read more...] about Second Call for Sustainable Bioinnovations towards Value Addition and Agro/Bioprocessing for Smallholder Farmers and Communities in Eastern Africa
Call for Submissions: Cultivate Africa’s Future – Phase 2
'Cultivate Africa’s Future- Phase 2' program is inviting applications from organisations to carry out research projects with the potential to generate high impact and innovative results with particular impact on the food insecure and poor in eligible eastern and southern African countries. … [Read more...] about Call for Submissions: Cultivate Africa’s Future – Phase 2
Open Society Foundation: Civil Society Scholar Awards 2018–2019
Open Society Foundation ids inviting applications for 'Civil Society Scholar Awards 2018–2019'. The Civil Society Scholar Awards (CSSA) support international academic mobility to enable doctoral students and university faculty to access resources that enrich socially-engaged research and critical … [Read more...] about Open Society Foundation: Civil Society Scholar Awards 2018–2019
Open Society Foundations U.S. Drug Policy Project: RFP for Impact & Innovation Grants
The Open Society U.S. Programs Drug Policy Project aims to support viable alternatives to mass criminalization and mass incarceration, to strengthen community-driven health services, and to provide resources for interventions made prior to or instead of arrests. To support grantees in achieving … [Read more...] about Open Society Foundations U.S. Drug Policy Project: RFP for Impact & Innovation Grants
The Global Fund Invites Application under Tuberculosis: TB/MDR-TB Interventions among Afghan Refugees, in Afghanistan, Iran and Pakistan
The Global Fund is calling for proposals from qualified organizations to provide programming for the strategic priority area “Finding Missing TB Cases” under the Multicountry catalytic funding modality for the 2017-2019 Allocation Period. The last date of submission of application is April 30, … [Read more...] about The Global Fund Invites Application under Tuberculosis: TB/MDR-TB Interventions among Afghan Refugees, in Afghanistan, Iran and Pakistan
Onassis Foundation Announces 24th Annual Program of Scholarships for the Academic Year 2018-2019
The Onassis Foundation has announced its twenty-fourth (24th) annual Program of scholarships for the academic year 2018-2019 which is addressed to non-Greeks, Professors, Postdoctoral Researchers and Ph.D. Candidates for research in Greece on topics linked to greek culture, society or economy. A … [Read more...] about Onassis Foundation Announces 24th Annual Program of Scholarships for the Academic Year 2018-2019
Middle East Partnership Initiative Local Grants- 2018
The Office of Assistance Coordination’s Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI) Program seeks single-country proposals for its Local Grants Program. The Local Grants Program serves as the MEPI Program’s most direct means of supporting organizations in the Middle East and North Africa. Proposals … [Read more...] about Middle East Partnership Initiative Local Grants- 2018
Global Fund Invite Applications under HIV: Sustainability of Services for Key populations in Eastern Europe and Central Asia Region
The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (the “Global Fund”) is seeking proposals from regional stakeholders to implement a multicountry program under the Catalytic Investments for the 2017-2019 Allocation Period. Of the US$ 50,000,000 made available for this strategic priority area, … [Read more...] about Global Fund Invite Applications under HIV: Sustainability of Services for Key populations in Eastern Europe and Central Asia Region
