TradeMark East Africa Challenge Fund (TRAC) is a $7m fund designed to challenge businesses, private sector organisations and civil society organisations from Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Burundi and Rwanda to develop innovative ideas aimed at promoting cross-border trade in East Africa. TRAC is based … [Read more...] about TradeMark East Africa Challenge Fund
Logistics Innovation for Trade: Managing Transport and Logistics in East Africa
DFID's Logistics Innovation for Trade (LIFT) program is designed to develop and test new ideas that reduce the cost and time of transport and logistics in East Africa. It is open to businesses throughout the world that are operating, or will operate, in the East African Community … [Read more...] about Logistics Innovation for Trade: Managing Transport and Logistics in East Africa
Africa Agriculture Development Company: Reducing Poverty and Improving Food Security
Africa Agriculture Development Company (AgDevCo) invest debt and equity in African Agribusinesses to create jobs, improve food security and boost prosperity. It works with a mission to reduce poverty and improve food security. AgDevCo consider investments in primary agriculture or processing for … [Read more...] about Africa Agriculture Development Company: Reducing Poverty and Improving Food Security
FoodTrade Eastern and Southern Africa Programme: Improving Regional Staple Food Markets
FoodTrade Eastern and Southern Africa (ESA) Programme is by the UK Government and managed by Development Alternatives Incorporated. The programme prioritizes trade enhancement and promotion by focusing on staple crops. FoodTrade East and Southern Africa recognizes the transformative potential … [Read more...] about FoodTrade Eastern and Southern Africa Programme: Improving Regional Staple Food Markets
DFID: Regional Infrastructure Programme for Africa
DFID's Regional Infrastructure Programme for Africa (RIPA) intends to improve the quality of electricity, transport, water and telecommunications infrastructure for households and businesses across Africa. It will increase the supply of priority regional project preparation studies and will … [Read more...] about DFID: Regional Infrastructure Programme for Africa
UK Aid Match: Grants for UK Based NGOs for Poverty Reduction Projects in Developing Countries
UK Aid Match is a demand-led fund that matches public donations to appeals for development activities focused on poverty reduction in developing countries. Its objective is to give the public a say in how a portion of the international development budget is spent. Funding Information UK Aid Match … [Read more...] about UK Aid Match: Grants for UK Based NGOs for Poverty Reduction Projects in Developing Countries
DFID Funding Schemes for NGOs: Ending Extreme Poverty
The Department for International Development (DFID) is a United Kingdom government department responsible for administering overseas aid. It leads the UK’s work to end extreme poverty. DFID is ending the need for aid by creating jobs, unlocking the potential of girls and women and helping to save … [Read more...] about DFID Funding Schemes for NGOs: Ending Extreme Poverty
DM Thomas Foundation’s Central Grants Programme: Inviting Charities working for Children and Young People
Deadline: 26 July 2016 The DM Thomas Foundation (formerly the Hilton Foundation), is currently inviting the registered charities that work with young people, to apply for its Central Grants Programme. The Foundation has a rigorous grant process which aims to identify the most effective projects … [Read more...] about DM Thomas Foundation’s Central Grants Programme: Inviting Charities working for Children and Young People
Noel Buxton Trust’s Africa Grants: Supporting and Protecting Street Children
Deadline: Ongoing The Noel Buxton Trust is currently seeking applications for its Africa Grants, with an aim to support and protect street children, and help them find safe and sustainable livelihoods. Trustees would like to focus their limited funds on economic development rather than service … [Read more...] about Noel Buxton Trust’s Africa Grants: Supporting and Protecting Street Children
USAID: Seeking Applications for Development Food Assistance Projects
Deadline: 13 June 2016 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Office of Food for Peace (FFP) is seeking applications from U.S. and non-U.S. non-profit organizations for funding for program entitled “Development Food Assistance Projects” for Democratic Republic of Congo, … [Read more...] about USAID: Seeking Applications for Development Food Assistance Projects
USAID/South Sudan: LVRP Annual Program Statement to Improve Livelihood in Conflict Affected Areas
Deadline: 10 October 2016 The United States Agency for International Development Mission in South Sudan (USAID/South Sudan) is seeking concept papers from qualified applicants for USAID’s Livelihoods, Vulnerability, and Resilience Program (LVRP) Annual Program Statement (APS) seeks to disseminate … [Read more...] about USAID/South Sudan: LVRP Annual Program Statement to Improve Livelihood in Conflict Affected Areas
The Rockefeller Foundation: Inviting Applicants for 2016 Cassava Innovation Challenge
Deadline: 8 July 2016 The Rockefeller Foundation is seeking applications for its Cassava Innovation Challenge, a global competition 2016 with an aim to reduce food loss in various agricultural value chains. The primary objective of the Challenge is to surface and implement solutions in product, … [Read more...] about The Rockefeller Foundation: Inviting Applicants for 2016 Cassava Innovation Challenge
ACF/ORR Refugee Agricultural Partnership Program: Improving Livelihoods of Refugee Families
Deadline: 6 July 2016 The Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR), within the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) is seeking applications from organisations for the Refugee Agricultural Partnership Program (RAPP) to fund the projects that encourage the development of agricultural and food … [Read more...] about ACF/ORR Refugee Agricultural Partnership Program: Improving Livelihoods of Refugee Families
U.S. Department of State Bureau of PRM: NGO Programs Benefiting Displaced & Conflict-affected Persons
Deadline: 10 June 2016 U.S. Department of State Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM) is seeking proposals from organisations for its NGO programs to provide benefits to displaced and conflict-affected persons in Armenia and Georgia. Funding Information Project proposals … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of State Bureau of PRM: NGO Programs Benefiting Displaced & Conflict-affected Persons
USAID/Nepal Hariyo Ban II: Increasing Ecological and Community Resilience & Climate Change Adaptation Project
Deadline: 23 June 2016 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications from qualified U.S. and Non-U.S. organizations to fund a program entitled "Hariyo Ban II" with an aim to award a five-year Cooperative Agreement for the Hariyo Ban II (Green Forests) … [Read more...] about USAID/Nepal Hariyo Ban II: Increasing Ecological and Community Resilience & Climate Change Adaptation Project
USAID/Ethiopia: Feed the Future Ethiopia Livelihoods for Resilience Activity
Deadline: 25 July 2016 The United States Agency for International Development mission in Ethiopia (USAID/Ethiopia) is seeking applications from qualified organizations to manage and implement Feed the Future Ethiopia Livelihoods for Resilience Activity with an aim to support and enhance livelihood … [Read more...] about USAID/Ethiopia: Feed the Future Ethiopia Livelihoods for Resilience Activity
DFID: Migration and Refugee-Livelihoods Research Program in Ethiopia
Deadline: 26 September 2016 The United Kingdom’s Department for International Development (DFID) is currently inviting applications for its programme titled- Migration and Refugee-Livelihoods Research in Ethiopia. Research into current migration trends in Ethiopia indicates that there is … [Read more...] about DFID: Migration and Refugee-Livelihoods Research Program in Ethiopia
Bureau of International Labor Affairs: Promoting Workplace-Based Training for Vulnerable Youth
Deadline: 18 July 2016 The Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB), U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is seeking applications from eligible entities for a program entitled "Country Projects to Promote Workplace-Based Training for Vulnerable Youth in Argentina, Costa Rica, and Kenya” with an aim … [Read more...] about Bureau of International Labor Affairs: Promoting Workplace-Based Training for Vulnerable Youth
Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity: Nominations Open for those Dedicated towards Humanity
Deadline: 9 September 2016 The Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity, an annual international humanitarian award, is seeking personal stories of individuals who have put themselves at personal risk for the sake of others. The second annual Aurora Prize will be presented on April 24, 2017, in Yerevan, … [Read more...] about Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity: Nominations Open for those Dedicated towards Humanity
Apply for 2018 Fernand Braudel Senior Fellowships!
Deadline: 30 September 2016 European University Institute is currently inviting applicants for its Fernand Braudel Senior Fellowships, which provide a framework for established academics with an international reputation to pursue their research at the EUI. Fellows are encouraged to make contact … [Read more...] about Apply for 2018 Fernand Braudel Senior Fellowships!
Ansara Family Fund: Accepting Letters of Inquiry to Eradicate Global Poverty
Deadline: 15 September 2016 The Ansara Family Fund at the Boston Foundation is currently accepting Letters of Inquiry from organisations with an aim to help eradicate global poverty. Working on the mission Building capacity to eradicate poverty, the Ansara Family Fund addresses the root causes and … [Read more...] about Ansara Family Fund: Accepting Letters of Inquiry to Eradicate Global Poverty
ELRHA’s R2HC Programme: Up to £3m of research funding
Deadline: 15 July 2016 The Enhancing Learning and Research for Humanitarian Assistance (ELRHA) is accepting applications for its Research for Health in Humanitarian Crises (R2HC) programme with an aim to improve health outcomes by strengthening the evidence base for public health interventions in … [Read more...] about ELRHA’s R2HC Programme: Up to £3m of research funding
European Outdoor Conservation Association: Inviting NGOs from around the World for Conservation Projects
Applications Open: 1 July 2016 Deadline: 31 July 2016 The European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA) is seeking applications from eligible non-profit organisations from around the world to implement conservation projects with a large element of tree/mangrove planting or regeneration. The … [Read more...] about European Outdoor Conservation Association: Inviting NGOs from around the World for Conservation Projects
GEF Small Grants Programme: Support to Rural Areas of Tanzania
Deadline: 24 June 2016 Applicants are invited for Global Environment Facility Small Grant Programme (GEF/SGP) to support community based initiatives, which aim at securing global environmental benefits through community - level actions in the areas of biodiversity conservation, climate change … [Read more...] about GEF Small Grants Programme: Support to Rural Areas of Tanzania
William T. Grant Scholars Program: Inviting Early-Career Researchers in the Social, Behavioral, and Health Sciences
Deadline: 6 July 2016 The William T. Grant Foundation is currently inviting applications form Early-Career Researchers for its Scholars Program with an aim to encourage Scholars to tackle important questions that will advance theory, policy, and practice for youth. To propose research on reducing … [Read more...] about William T. Grant Scholars Program: Inviting Early-Career Researchers in the Social, Behavioral, and Health Sciences
UNDP/Nepal: Inviting Applicants for Livelihood Recovery for Peace Project
Deadline: 8 June 2016 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Nepal is seeking applications from eligible entities for Livelihood Recovery for Peace Project (LRP) to conduct an End Line Survey and Evaluation with an aim to promote peace building at community level and bring marked … [Read more...] about UNDP/Nepal: Inviting Applicants for Livelihood Recovery for Peace Project
USAID’s Biodiversity APS in South Sudan: Strengthening Livelihoods & Resilience to Shocks
Deadline: 25 July 2016 The United States Agency for International Development Mission in South Sudan (USAID/South Sudan) is seeking concept papers from qualified applicants for its Biodiversity Annual Program Statement (APS) in South Sudan in order to build foundations for conservation, … [Read more...] about USAID’s Biodiversity APS in South Sudan: Strengthening Livelihoods & Resilience to Shocks
Open Society Foundations: Applications Open for Leadership in Government Fellowships!
Deadline: 15 July 2016 The Open Society Foundations is currently inviting applications from senior-level government officials and staff in the United States for its Leadership in Government Fellowships with an aim to reflect on their time in government and to undertake a project that advances … [Read more...] about Open Society Foundations: Applications Open for Leadership in Government Fellowships!
Apply for 2017 Ockenden International Prize! Rewarding Successful Projects for Refugees and Displaced People Worldwide
Deadline: 31 August 2016 Entries are open for 2017 Ockenden International Prize that rewards projects and programmes that excel in developing independence for refugees and internally displaced people – anywhere in the world. The cash prizes recognize and reward innovative work that can be shown to … [Read more...] about Apply for 2017 Ockenden International Prize! Rewarding Successful Projects for Refugees and Displaced People Worldwide
Call for Seed Projects: National Science Challenge for Technological Innovation
Deadline: 16 June 2016 Callaghan Innovation is seeking proposals for its National Science Challenge for Technological Innovation (the Challenge) Seed Projects with an aim to enhance the capacity of New Zealand to use physical sciences and engineering research for economic growth through … [Read more...] about Call for Seed Projects: National Science Challenge for Technological Innovation
2016-17 South Asia Women’s Fund: Supporting Women’s Rights Initiatives
Deadline: 30 June 2016 The South Asia Women's Fund has announced a call for applications for its 2016-17 phase grants. Applications are invited from women’s organisations and individual women from Bangladesh, Nepal, India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. Objectives Promoting a rights based … [Read more...] about 2016-17 South Asia Women’s Fund: Supporting Women’s Rights Initiatives
Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs: Inviting Applicants for Small Business Regional Training
Deadline: 7 June 2016 The United States Department of State’s Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA) is seeking applications from eligible organisations for a program entitled "Small Business Regional Training" with an aim to support small business development, enhance the competitiveness of … [Read more...] about Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs: Inviting Applicants for Small Business Regional Training
Apply for European Commission’s Erasmus+ Youth Partnership Funding Programme
Deadline: 4 October 2016 The European Commission invites applications for the Erasmus+ Youth Partnership Funding Programme. The programme provides funding to UK organisations/groups of young people active in youth work under Key Action 2 for activities which are part of a Strategic Partnership for … [Read more...] about Apply for European Commission’s Erasmus+ Youth Partnership Funding Programme
Gang in Girls Initiative by Comic Relief: Inviting Collaborations to Support Young Women and Girls
Deadline: 13th July 2016 The Comic Relief invites proposals for its Gang in Girls Initiative, to fund collaborative, multi-partner projects supporting young women and girls effectively in reducing their likelihood of joining gangs, reducing the harm they face within gangs and supporting them to … [Read more...] about Gang in Girls Initiative by Comic Relief: Inviting Collaborations to Support Young Women and Girls
Active Citizens Project Delivery 2016: Connecting Organisations working for Community Development
Deadline: 11 June 2016 The British Council's Active Citizens Project Delivery 2016 invites organisations and individuals across the globe that are working to make a difference in their community, providing them with tools and assistance to develop cross cultural engagement skills and to run social … [Read more...] about Active Citizens Project Delivery 2016: Connecting Organisations working for Community Development
Roslyn S. Jaffe Awards: Inviting Nominations from Social Impact Organizations in the US Benefitting Women and Children
Deadline: 15 June 2016 The Rosalyn S. Jaffe Awards is inviting nominations from the US-based organizations working for the benefit of Women and Children,especially in the areas of health, education, social reform and esteem. The program is sponsored by The Ascena Foundation. Award Criteria Total … [Read more...] about Roslyn S. Jaffe Awards: Inviting Nominations from Social Impact Organizations in the US Benefitting Women and Children
CAF Development Bank of Latin America: Seeking Proposals on Energy Environment and Development
Deadline: 30 June 2016 CAF Development Bank of Latin America is currently inviting applications form community of academics and experts for its Proposals on Energy Environment and Development with an aim to analyze the role of energy as a sustainable development factor. Themes Analysis of … [Read more...] about CAF Development Bank of Latin America: Seeking Proposals on Energy Environment and Development
Bureau of Counterterrorism: Building Civilian Criminal Justice Capacity to address Terrorism
Deadline: 12 June 2016 The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Counterterrorism (CT) is seeking applications from eligible entities for a program entitled "Building Civilian Criminal Justice Capacity to Address Terrorism" with an aim of implementing projects to strengthen the capacity of civilian … [Read more...] about Bureau of Counterterrorism: Building Civilian Criminal Justice Capacity to address Terrorism
Using videos for storytelling
With the advent of internet and social media, plus a surge in the number of people having mobile phones, communication is getting easier, faster and more accessible for everyone. Clicking pictures and recording videos is so easy these days, with a click on your mobile phone. Visual storytelling is a … [Read more...] about Using videos for storytelling
How NGOs can raise non-financial support for their cause
Non-profits need resources to run themselves. These resources are not limited to financial resources. If properly planned and sought, non-financial resources can also play a crucial role in the growth and development of a non-profit organization. What are these non-financial resources that NGOs must … [Read more...] about How NGOs can raise non-financial support for their cause
Canon Foundation’s Research Fellowships: Seeking Highly Qualified European Researchers
Deadline: 15 September 2016 The Canon Foundation in Europe is currently accepting applications for its Research Fellowships with an aim to pursue a period of research in Japan whereas Japanese Fellows are expected to do their research in Europe. The Canon Foundation Research Fellowships may be … [Read more...] about Canon Foundation’s Research Fellowships: Seeking Highly Qualified European Researchers
Nominations Open for GEM-TECH Awards 2016!
Deadline: 31 July 2016 The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) along with UN Women is seeking nominations for its GEM-TECH Awards with an aim to celebrate personal or organizational achievements and innovative strategies to advance Gender Equality and Mainstreaming in the area of … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for GEM-TECH Awards 2016!
SACO Scholarship Programme: Developing Talented Young Researchers
Deadline: 15 June 2016 The SOUTH African Cultural Observatory (SACO) is currently inviting applications for its Scholarship Programme with an aim to develop talented young researchers interested in pursuing a post-graduate degree related to arts, culture, research or statistics in an effort to grow … [Read more...] about SACO Scholarship Programme: Developing Talented Young Researchers
Applications Open for Canon Foundation’s Co-sponsored Research Fellowships
Deadline: 15 September 2016 The Canon Foundation in Europe, in co-operation with the European University Institute in Florence is currently inviting applications for its Co-sponsored Research Fellowships. In this programme, one Japanese national or permanent resident of Japan will go to Florence, … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Canon Foundation’s Co-sponsored Research Fellowships
High Commission of Canada in Malaysia: 2016-2017 Canada Fund for Local Initiatives
Deadline: 19 June 2016 The High Commission of Canada in Malaysia has launched 2016-2017 call for proposals for its Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) to fund small but visible, high impact, results-oriented projects that are proposed and implemented by local NGOs and other grassroots … [Read more...] about High Commission of Canada in Malaysia: 2016-2017 Canada Fund for Local Initiatives
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives: Supporting Small Projects Implemented by Local NGOs-Hungary
Deadline: 24 June 2016 The Government of Canada in Hungary is seeking proposals for its Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) with an aim to support small projects proposed and implemented by local NGOs and other grassroots organizations such as village councils, cooperatives and women’s … [Read more...] about Canada Fund for Local Initiatives: Supporting Small Projects Implemented by Local NGOs-Hungary
Applications Open for Netaji Subhas/ICAR International Fellowships 2016-17!
Deadline: 30 June 2016 The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) is currently accepting applications from the Indian as well as overseas national having Master’s degree in Agriculture and allied sciences for the “Netaji Subhas - ICAR International Fellowships (NS ICAR IFs)” for the year … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Netaji Subhas/ICAR International Fellowships 2016-17!
Department of State Bureau of DRL: Enhancing Judicial Accountability in Tanzania
Deadline: 30 June 2016 The U.S. Department of State Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) is seeking applications from organisations for a program entitled "Enhancing Judicial Accountability in Tanzania" with an aim to increase effectiveness and accountability in the judicial sector, … [Read more...] about Department of State Bureau of DRL: Enhancing Judicial Accountability in Tanzania
John Dillon Memorial Fellowship: Inviting mid-career Agricultural Scientists
Deadline: 31 August 2016 The John Dillon Memorial Fellowship, established by Australian Centre for INternational Agricultural Research (ACIAR), invites applications outstanding young agricultural scientists or economists from ACIAR partner countries who are involved in a current or recently … [Read more...] about John Dillon Memorial Fellowship: Inviting mid-career Agricultural Scientists
TMU Call for Proposals: Awarding American Non-profits Working for Cultural Exchange
Deadline: 1 November 2016 The Trust for Mutual Understanding (TMU) is inviting American NGOs working to support the international travel component of cultural and environmental exchanges conducted in partnership with institutions and individuals in Russia and Central and Eastern Europe. Projects … [Read more...] about TMU Call for Proposals: Awarding American Non-profits Working for Cultural Exchange
