Deadline: 1 November 2016 Watson U is seeking applications from young social entrepreneurs in order to create a new university model that accelerates the solutions brought forth by the next generation through world-class training, networks, and mentorship from the global leaders, entrepreneurs, and … [Read more...] about Watson U: Applications Open for Young Social Entrepreneurs!
European Union: Supporting Civil Society Organisations for the Implementation of Capacity Building Actions
Deadline: 31 October 2016 The European Union is currently accepting proposals for “IPA II European Union Integration Facility 2014” to Support Civil Society Organisations for the Implementation of Capacity Building Actions to Increase Policy Dialogue and Awareness on European Integration … [Read more...] about European Union: Supporting Civil Society Organisations for the Implementation of Capacity Building Actions
Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Program: Providing Grants to Promote Democracy & Good Governance
Deadline: Ongoing The Embassy of United States in Gambia is seeking applications for its Ambassador's Special Self-Help (SSH) Program which is a grass-roots assistance program that allows U.S. embassies to respond relatively quickly to local requests from small community-based development … [Read more...] about Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Program: Providing Grants to Promote Democracy & Good Governance
UNDP Transformative Governance and Finance Facility Program: Strengthening the Capacities of CSOs in ECIS Region
Deadline: 26 September 2016 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is seeking proposals from civil society actors for "Transformative Governance and Finance Facility (TGFF) Program" which is a UNDP project, supported by the Ministry of Finance of the Slovak Republic. UNDP is looking to … [Read more...] about UNDP Transformative Governance and Finance Facility Program: Strengthening the Capacities of CSOs in ECIS Region
Applications Open for EU Prize for Women Innovators 2017!
Deadline: 3 November 2016 The European Commission-Innovation Union is seeking applicants for its EU Prize for Women Innovators 2017 with an aim to increase public awareness on innovation and to encourage women to exploit the commercial and business opportunities and become entrepreneurs. Women are … [Read more...] about Applications Open for EU Prize for Women Innovators 2017!
Stonewall Community Foundation: Request for Proposals to benefit LGBTQ Youth
Deadline: 20 October 2016 The Stonewall Community Foundation is seeking proposals to benefit LGBTQ Youth with an aim to strengthen the LGBTQ community in New York City by thoughtfully engaging donors and investing in dynamic organizations. The Foundation seeks to fund organizations or projects that … [Read more...] about Stonewall Community Foundation: Request for Proposals to benefit LGBTQ Youth
IUCN Call for Proposals: The Restoration Initiative (TRI)’ Child Project in Myanmar
Deadline: 27 September 2016 IUCN has launched a call for proposals for its GEF-funded ‘The Restoration Initiative (TRI)’ Child Project in Myanmar. Approved by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) Council in July 2016, the project will be implemented by GEF Partner Agency, IUCN. The overall TRI … [Read more...] about IUCN Call for Proposals: The Restoration Initiative (TRI)’ Child Project in Myanmar
Webinar Video: How to Raise Funds from US Foundations
The Webinar Video on "How to Raise Funds from US Foundations" is now available online. Broadening the funding sources at present, has become more challenging for the NGO managers and fundraisers, as sources of funding are numerous, and thus navigation gets complicated. This has caused them to be … [Read more...] about Webinar Video: How to Raise Funds from US Foundations
Elton John AIDS Foundation: LGBT Fund
Deadline: 3 October 2016 The Elton John AIDS Foundation in partnership with the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and UNAIDS, is seeking applications for the LGBT Fund that will offer two types of funding opportunities for CBOs working with LGBT people. The opportunities … [Read more...] about Elton John AIDS Foundation: LGBT Fund
Save Our Seas Emergency Grants: Applications Open Round the Year
Deadline: Ongoing The Save Our Seas Foundation (SOSF) invites applications for its Emergency Grants for projects or situations that require logistical, expertise and/or financial support outside the normal funding cycles can be allocated on special occasions when these require unique, urgent and … [Read more...] about Save Our Seas Emergency Grants: Applications Open Round the Year
European Commission: Promoting the Erasmus+programme in the UK
Deadline: 30 September 2016 The European Commission in the UK is seeking proposals from young people, educational and non-governmental organisations as well as local authorities working closely with youth to promote the Erasmus+ programme in the UK through a wide range of communication … [Read more...] about European Commission: Promoting the Erasmus+programme in the UK
Top Donors for Democracy and Good Governance in Africa
The essence of democracy assistance in Africa has focused on various sectors of development but, there still exist issues under-served and that are in need of being put into focus. According to a UN report, African leaders and politicians themselves do recognize the fact that western systems of … [Read more...] about Top Donors for Democracy and Good Governance in Africa
Comic Relief’s Common Ground Initiative Women and Girls’ Rights: Innovation Fund
Deadline: 3 October 2016 Comic Relief is seeking applications for its Innovation Fund with an aim to work which addresses the rights of young women in sub-Saharan Africa. It wants to support innovative and creative campaigning, convening, skills building, inter-generational dialogues, and the use … [Read more...] about Comic Relief’s Common Ground Initiative Women and Girls’ Rights: Innovation Fund
Call for Applications: Zoos Victoria’s International Conservation Grants
Deadline: 30 September 2016 Zoos Victoria, a not-for-profit zoo-based conservation organisation, is currently seeking applications for its International Conservation Grants Program, in pursuit of tangible conservation outcomes for threatened species including a major focus on engaging communities … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Zoos Victoria’s International Conservation Grants
Democracy and Media Foundation Call for Proposals: Providing Financial Support to Organizations
Deadline: 16 October 2016 Do you have an initiative that stimulates independent and critical media or one that sustains or promotes a strong and just democratic state? If yes, then submit a project proposal for Democracy and Media Foundation's grants. The Democracy and Media Foundation is seeking … [Read more...] about Democracy and Media Foundation Call for Proposals: Providing Financial Support to Organizations
13th AWID International Forum: Applications Open for Seed Grants
Deadline: 20 October 2016 The Association for Women’s Rights in Development (AWID) has announced its 13th International Forum on the theme “Feminist Futures: Building Collective Power for Rights and Justice”. AWID is inviting applicants to get inspiration to develop a creative and bold idea to … [Read more...] about 13th AWID International Forum: Applications Open for Seed Grants
NSF Call for Applications: Smart and Connected Health Program
Deadline: 8 December 2016 The National Science Foundation (NSF) is currently inviting applications from eligible entities for its program titled- Smart and Connected Health. The goal of the Smart and Connected Health (SCH) Program is to accelerate the development and use of innovative approaches … [Read more...] about NSF Call for Applications: Smart and Connected Health Program
Apply for The Asia Foundation’s “Love Laos; Keep it Clean” Competition on Littering and Recycling!
Deadline: 1 November 2016 The Asia Foundation is embarking on a new campaign surrounding waste management called “Love Laos; Keep it Clean” and wants films to be part of it! The Foundation is looking for short film or public service announcements (short films with a message to the public) related … [Read more...] about Apply for The Asia Foundation’s “Love Laos; Keep it Clean” Competition on Littering and Recycling!
HRSA Grants: Leadership Education in Adolescent Health (LEAH)
Deadline: 10 November 2016 The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is currently accepting proposals for its programme titled- Leadership Education in Adolescent Health (LEAH). LEAH is a training programme with the purpose to prepare maternal and child health leaders in adolescent … [Read more...] about HRSA Grants: Leadership Education in Adolescent Health (LEAH)
World Bank Group Youth Summit 2016: Rethinking Education for the New Millennium
Deadline: 25 September 2016 Do you have an idea that has the potential to improve how education is designed and/or delivered-and thereby positively impact your community, your country, and/or society at large? If yes, then apply for the Youth Summit 2016 Competition. The World Bank Group (WBG) is … [Read more...] about World Bank Group Youth Summit 2016: Rethinking Education for the New Millennium
The NextGen Global Competition: Engaging Young Entrepreneurs
Deadline: 30 September 2016 Applications are open for the NextGen Global Competition to engage young entrepreneurs who are seeking careers and business opportunities in the franchising industry. The NextGen Global Competition is looking for 20 outstanding young entrepreneurs who are poised to take … [Read more...] about The NextGen Global Competition: Engaging Young Entrepreneurs
Applications Open for Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship Program!
Deadline: 6 October 2016 Applications are open for Women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and Entrepreneurship Programme that aims to support women in STEM and remove barriers that stop women taking part in STEM education and careers, including entrepreneurship. The … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship Program!
Walmart Foundation’s National Giving Program: Addressing Social Issues across the U.S.
Deadline: Ongoing Walmart Foundation is inviting applications for its National Giving Program from nonprofit organizations working to address social issues across the U.S. The program empowers low-income people to help them live better. The program allows working strategically with organizations … [Read more...] about Walmart Foundation’s National Giving Program: Addressing Social Issues across the U.S.
NIH/DHHS: Health Promotion Among Racial and Ethnic Minority Males
Deadline: 7 January 2020 The National Institute of Mental Health, an agency of Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking proposals from eligible organisations for a program entitled “Health Promotion Among Racial and Ethnic Minority Males”. This initiative seeks applications that … [Read more...] about NIH/DHHS: Health Promotion Among Racial and Ethnic Minority Males
Walmart Foundation: Community Grant Program
Deadline: 31 December 2016 Walmart Foundation is currently inviting applications for its Community Grant Program with an aim to support the needs of their communities by providing grants to local organizations. Walmart Foundation's mission is to create opportunities so people can live better. The … [Read more...] about Walmart Foundation: Community Grant Program
Call for Proposals 2016/17: Nigeria Prosperity Fund to Promote the Economic Reform and Development
Deadline: 27 September 2016 The Foreign & Commonwealth Office is seeking proposals for its Nigeria Prosperity Fund to promote the economic reform and development needed for growth in partner countries. The priorities will include improving the business climate, competitiveness and operation of … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals 2016/17: Nigeria Prosperity Fund to Promote the Economic Reform and Development
Results in Education for All Children (REACH) Trust Fund-Knowledge, Learning and Innovation Grant
Deadline: 22 November 2016 The Global Book Alliance is a partnership between USAID, Norad, DfID is seeking proposals for its Results in Education for All Children (REACH) Trust Fund with an aim to support innovations that get the right books to all children at the right time, using results-based … [Read more...] about Results in Education for All Children (REACH) Trust Fund-Knowledge, Learning and Innovation Grant
EU Call for Proposals: Enhancing Local Authorities Contributions to Governance and Development Processes in Israel
Deadline: 30 November 2016 The European Union is seeking proposals from eligible organisations for a programme entitled “Enhancing Local Authorities Contributions to Governance and Development Processes in Israel” with an aim to support CSOs' and LAs' contributions towards reinforced governance, … [Read more...] about EU Call for Proposals: Enhancing Local Authorities Contributions to Governance and Development Processes in Israel
Democracy and Human Rights Fund: Inviting Indigenous CSOs/CBOs to Provide Assistance through Grants
Deadline: Ongoing The Embassy of United States in Gambia is seeking applications for its Democracy and Human Rights Fund (DHRF) Program with an aim to provide assistance through grants to indigenous civil society organizations or Community Based Organizations (CBOs) that will implement small, … [Read more...] about Democracy and Human Rights Fund: Inviting Indigenous CSOs/CBOs to Provide Assistance through Grants
USAID/Madagascar RANO WASH Program: Increasing Access to Sustainable WASH Services in Rural Areas
Deadline: 17 October 2016 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications from qualified organisations to fund a program entitled “RANO WASH (Rural Access to New Opportunities in Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene)” with an aim to increase access to sustainable … [Read more...] about USAID/Madagascar RANO WASH Program: Increasing Access to Sustainable WASH Services in Rural Areas
UNDP/Timor-Leste Call for EOIs : Inviting NGOs, CBOs or Media Institutions for Micro Capital Grants Implementation
Deadline: 26 September 2016 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Timor-Leste is inviting NGOs/CBOs/CSOs or Media Institutions to submit Expressions of Interest (EOI) for its Micro-Capital Grant Project on “Strengthening Political Journalism in Timor-Leste”. Expected Outcomes … [Read more...] about UNDP/Timor-Leste Call for EOIs : Inviting NGOs, CBOs or Media Institutions for Micro Capital Grants Implementation
Nominations Open for British Council‘s Alumni Awards 2017!
Deadline: 16 October 2016 British Council is seeking applicants for its Alumni Awards 2017 where awardees are benefited by enhanced global status and strengthened professional networks. Award Categories Professional Achievement Award: recognising alumni who have distinguished themselves … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for British Council‘s Alumni Awards 2017!
USAID/Jordan Water Innovations Technologies: Conserving Water through Adoption of Water-saving Techniques
Deadline: 24 October 2016 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications from qualified organizations to provide technical assistance to USAID/Jordan Water Innovations Technologies (WIT). The USAID/Jordan goal for the 2013-2017 Country Development … [Read more...] about USAID/Jordan Water Innovations Technologies: Conserving Water through Adoption of Water-saving Techniques
ARASA and ITPC Call for Applications: Addressing Intellectual Property Barriers in African Countries
Deadline: 16 September 2016 Applications are invited for participation in the AIDS & Rights Alliance for Southern Africa (ARASA) & International Treatment Preparedness Coalition (ITPC) 2016 online training course on “Addressing Intellectual Property Barriers in African countries: Improving … [Read more...] about ARASA and ITPC Call for Applications: Addressing Intellectual Property Barriers in African Countries
International Tree Foundation: Seeking Applications for Sustainable Community Forestry Programme
Deadline: 17 October 2016 International Tree Foundation is currently seeking applications for its Sustainable Community Forestry Programme that aims to support community scale projects that will: conserve, restore and protect indigenous forest resources, habitats and associated … [Read more...] about International Tree Foundation: Seeking Applications for Sustainable Community Forestry Programme
RWJF Call for Proposals: Increasing Openness and Transparency in Research
Deadline: 5 October 2016 The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) is seeking proposals for its Increasing Openness and Transparency in Research programme with a motive to encourage and support a series of projects aimed at increasing transparency and accountability throughout the research life … [Read more...] about RWJF Call for Proposals: Increasing Openness and Transparency in Research
Apply Now and Become a Young European Ambassador!
Deadline: 15 September 2016 The ‘Young European Ambassadors' (YEAs) is an initiative launched within the framework of the EU OPEN Neighbourhood Programme (EU Neighbours East). It will take place in the six countries of the EU Eastern Partnership (EaP) from September 2016 onward. The YEA network … [Read more...] about Apply Now and Become a Young European Ambassador!
DFID: Support to Adolescent Girls Empowerment in Sierra Leone (SAGE-SL)
Deadline: 14 October 2016 The UK's Department for International Development (DFID), as part of its support to Government of Sierra Leone's (GoSL) efforts to tackle gender inequality, has approved a four year Support to Adolescent Girls Empowerment (SAGE) programme to respond to the multiple and … [Read more...] about DFID: Support to Adolescent Girls Empowerment in Sierra Leone (SAGE-SL)
DFID: Improving Public Financial Management and Accountability (PFMA) Programme
Deadline: 17 October 2016 DFID is currently accepting applications for its programme titled- Improving Public Financial Management and Accountability (PFMA) Programme. The objective of this programme is effective management and implementation of the Improving Public Financial Management and … [Read more...] about DFID: Improving Public Financial Management and Accountability (PFMA) Programme
Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Program: Providing Grants to Assist Small-scale Community Development Projects
Deadline: Ongoing The Embassy of United States in Zimbabwe is seeking applications for its Ambassador's Special Self-Help (SSH) Program with an aim to provide grants to assist small-scale community development projects that improve basic economic or social conditions at the village … [Read more...] about Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Program: Providing Grants to Assist Small-scale Community Development Projects
HIV Research Trust Scholarships 2017: Inviting Applications from LICs and LMICs
Deadline: 31 October 2016 HIV Research Trust is seeking applications for its open competition for Scholarships 2017 from physicians, nurses, scientists and other health care professionals, in particular those who are in the early to mid-stage of their career (for example, undertaking a PhD; a … [Read more...] about HIV Research Trust Scholarships 2017: Inviting Applications from LICs and LMICs
DFID: Monitoring, Evidence, Learning and Review (MELR) provision to the Saving Lives Programme in Sierra Leone
Deadline: 17 October 2016 The UK's Department for International Development (DFID) is seeking applications for its programme titled- Monitoring, Evidence, Learning and Review (MELR) provision to the Saving Lives Programme in Sierra Leone. The overall objective of the monitoring, evidence, learning … [Read more...] about DFID: Monitoring, Evidence, Learning and Review (MELR) provision to the Saving Lives Programme in Sierra Leone
DFID Call for Applications: Seeking to Establish Economic Development Framework across UK
Deadline: 3 November 2016 The UK's Department for International Development (DFID) is seeking participants to establish an Economic Development Framework which can be accessed by other government departments. The aim is to provide technical services that deliver economic development and poverty … [Read more...] about DFID Call for Applications: Seeking to Establish Economic Development Framework across UK
Applications Open for 2016 Pitch AgriHack
Deadline: 25 September 2016 Applications are open for Pitch AgriHack, a new component of the AgriHack Talent program of the Technical Centre for Agricultural and Rural Cooperation ACP-EU (CTA). This first edition (pilot) is implemented in collaboration with the African Development Bank (AfDB) and … [Read more...] about Applications Open for 2016 Pitch AgriHack
View Top 12 Tips for Building Sustainability Here!
The top 12 tips that will help NGOs in building sustainability are mentioned below: 1.Review your current practices Before discussing sustainability with an existing or potential recipient of funding, review your current practices and make improvements. Does your (online) application form include … [Read more...] about View Top 12 Tips for Building Sustainability Here!
How Donors Can Build Sustainable NGOs – 12 Tips
Introduction There is an oft-used saying that applies especially to the field of international development field: "Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime". Perhaps the only piece missing is that the man might also need a quality fishing … [Read more...] about How Donors Can Build Sustainable NGOs – 12 Tips
YSEALI Generation: Go NGO! Workshop for Young NGO Leaders
Deadline: 14 September 2016 Applications are open for the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Generation: Go NGO! Workshop that is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State to advance the professional skills and competencies of young NGO leaders with an aim to grow, scale, and take … [Read more...] about YSEALI Generation: Go NGO! Workshop for Young NGO Leaders
Call for Applications: Improved Accountability in Service Delivery in the Education Sector
Deadline: 19 September 2016 The Zambia Accountability Programme (ZAP) is seeking applications from qualified International Non-Governmental Organisations (INGOs), national Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs), Community Based Organisations (CBOs) and non-discriminatory Faith Based Organisations … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Improved Accountability in Service Delivery in the Education Sector
AFP Call for Proposals: Effective Inter-religious Action in Peacebuilding (EIAP)
Deadline: 5 October 2016 The Alliance for Peacebuilding (AFP), in partnership with CDA Collaborative Learning Projects (CDA) and Search for Common Ground (SFCG) is seeking proposals for its Effective Inter-religious Action in Peacebuilding (EIAP) Program with an aim to improve the evaluation … [Read more...] about AFP Call for Proposals: Effective Inter-religious Action in Peacebuilding (EIAP)
innovateAFRICA Fund: Accelerating Digital Innovation in Media
Deadline: 1 December 2016 Applications are open for innovateAFRICA Fund, run by Code for Africa that aims to accelerate digital innovation in watchdog media and civic news organisations by funding transformational ideas and then continuing to support them through a network of peers and … [Read more...] about innovateAFRICA Fund: Accelerating Digital Innovation in Media
