When you contact or meet a donor for the first time, what are easiest ways to ruin your shot at getting funded? First impressions count, and avoiding these mistakes will help you put your best foot forward. Mistake #1: Not introducing yourself Do not send an email to a donor without any … [Read more...] about How (Not) to Impress a Donor?
Why Do Donors Hate Me?
Many small, grassroots, and start-up NGOs eagerly look for their first grant to grow their program. But after sending out dozens of request for funding by post and email to scores of donors they either never hear back or are rejected. Why is this? Does the donor not like small NGOs? Are they only … [Read more...] about Why Do Donors Hate Me?
Applications Open for COALAR Australia-Latin America Young Entrepreneur Award 2018!
Deadline: 16 February 2018 The Council on Australia Latin America Relations (COALAR) is seeking applications for its Young Entrepreneur Award 2018 for two young entrepreneurs whose efforts have contributed to building Australia-Latin America relations. The COALAR Board established the Young … [Read more...] about Applications Open for COALAR Australia-Latin America Young Entrepreneur Award 2018!
DHHS-CDC: Evaluation of Policies for the Primary Prevention of Multiple Forms of Violence
Deadline: 21 March 2018 The U.S Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is seeking applications for its grant program entitled "Evaluation of Policies for the Primary Prevention of Multiple Forms of Violence." NCIPC is seeking research proposals focused on … [Read more...] about DHHS-CDC: Evaluation of Policies for the Primary Prevention of Multiple Forms of Violence
UN Women Call for Proposals: Impact Evaluation of Strengthening Peaceful Villages Programme in Kiribati
Deadline: 22 January 2018 UN Women is currently seeking proposals for its "Impact Evaluation of Strengthening Peaceful Villages Programme in Kiribati". The primary aim of the impact evaluation is to assess the effectiveness of the SPV programme in reducing rates of intimate partner violence in the … [Read more...] about UN Women Call for Proposals: Impact Evaluation of Strengthening Peaceful Villages Programme in Kiribati
U.S. Department of State, Bureau of ECA: 2018 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders
Deadline: 22 February 2018 The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) of the U.S. Department of State is seeking proposal submissions for one cooperative agreement to design, implement, and oversee the Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders. The Mandela Washington … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of State, Bureau of ECA: 2018 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders
C&A Foundation’s Request for Proposals: Implementation of Circular Business Models in Companies related to the Apparel Industry
Deadline: 18 February 2018 The C&A Foundation is looking for innovative ways to bridge the gap in the implementation of circular business models in companies at all levels of the apparel value chain. This request for proposals aims to find and fund initiatives that will support the … [Read more...] about C&A Foundation’s Request for Proposals: Implementation of Circular Business Models in Companies related to the Apparel Industry
HOPES Call for Proposals: Supporting Innovative Education Initiatives Targeting Refugees
Deadline: 20 February 2018 Higher and Further Education Opportunities and Perspectives for Syrians (HOPES) has launched a second Call for Proposals to support innovative education initiatives and short-term projects targeting refugees from Syria and vulnerable host communities across Egypt, … [Read more...] about HOPES Call for Proposals: Supporting Innovative Education Initiatives Targeting Refugees
Kenya: SEFA approves US $ 995,000 Grant to Support ‘Waste-To-Energy’ Plant
The Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa (SEFA) has approved US $ 995,000 grant to Asticom Kenya Ltd., to support the construction of a 10 megawatt (MW) grid-connected municipal waste-to-energy (WTE) plant which will generate electricity from municipal solid waste by converting them to biogas/ fuel … [Read more...] about Kenya: SEFA approves US $ 995,000 Grant to Support ‘Waste-To-Energy’ Plant
BEARR Trust Small Grants Scheme 2018: Supporting NGOs to Share Experience and Learning
Deadline: 1 February 2018 The British Emergency Aid to Russia and the Republics (BEARR) Trust is currently accepting applications from NGOs and other organizations for its Small Grants Scheme 2018 with an aim to support and encourage NGOs to: share experience and learning among NGOs with … [Read more...] about BEARR Trust Small Grants Scheme 2018: Supporting NGOs to Share Experience and Learning
U.S. Mission to India: Inviting Applicants for Engaging North Indian Youth Leaders Program
Deadline: 16 February 2018 The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy’s North India Office (PAS NI) is seeking proposals for a project entitled “Engaging North Indian Youth Leaders.” Under this program, a grantee will organize and implement a two-day workshop for approximately twenty of North … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to India: Inviting Applicants for Engaging North Indian Youth Leaders Program
Nigeria: Sustainable Support brings Relief to Farmers
For the first time since the onset of the Boko Haram crisis, hunger has considerably declined in northeastern Nigeria, according to the latest Cadre Harmonisé food security analysis. In the three states ravaged by the violence, the number of people facing acute hunger has halved since June-August - … [Read more...] about Nigeria: Sustainable Support brings Relief to Farmers
Call for Proposals 2018: Strengthening Accountability and the Fiduciary Environment (SAFE) Trust Fund
Deadline: 9 February 2018 Applicants are invited to apply for the Strengthening Accountability and the Fiduciary Environment (SAFE) Trust Fund. It is a Trust Fund program administered by the World Bank and was established by the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) and the European … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals 2018: Strengthening Accountability and the Fiduciary Environment (SAFE) Trust Fund
FAO Admires UN Resolution
FAO welcomes the UN's decision to create a decade on family farming, a World Bee Day. This day prompts awareness of the need to combat illegal fishing, and declare international years for camelids and artisanal fisheries and aquaculture. May 20 will mark World Bee Day and 2019 will mark the … [Read more...] about FAO Admires UN Resolution
Urban Innovative Actions Initiative: Providing Resources to Urban Areas throughout Europe
Deadline: 30 March 2018 The Urban Innovative Actions (UIA) Initiative has launched its third Call for Proposals aimed at providing urban areas throughout Europe with resources to test new and unproven solutions to address urban challenges. The UIA Initiative is an instrument of the European Union … [Read more...] about Urban Innovative Actions Initiative: Providing Resources to Urban Areas throughout Europe
Embassy of the Netherlands in Ukraine: Seeking Proposals for Human Rights Fund 2018
Deadline: 1 February 2018 The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Ukraine is currently inviting Ukrainian human rights NGOs to participate in the call for project proposals within the framework of the Human Rights Fund 2018 of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands. In line … [Read more...] about Embassy of the Netherlands in Ukraine: Seeking Proposals for Human Rights Fund 2018
Embassy of the Netherlands in Ukraine: Seeking Proposals for Matra Programme 2018
Deadline: 1 March 2018 Embassy of the Netherlands in Ukraine is seeking Proposals for its Matra Programme 2018 to support initiatives of civil society organisations aimed at assisting and monitoring of the implementation of reforms, both at the central and local levels, promoting transparency and … [Read more...] about Embassy of the Netherlands in Ukraine: Seeking Proposals for Matra Programme 2018
Uganda: Western Union Executives Imparts Leadership Training to Recognize Young Graduates
Recently, Denver-based Western Union Chief Executive Officer Hikmet Ersek and Chief Compliance Officer and Western Union Foundation Board Chair Jacqueline Molnar made a visit Uganda to provide leadership training and had the opportunity to perceive how one non-profit’s peace building initiative is … [Read more...] about Uganda: Western Union Executives Imparts Leadership Training to Recognize Young Graduates
Rosa’s Woman to Woman Fund: Seeking Applications from Local Grassroots Women’s Organisations across the UK
Deadline: 25 January 2018 Rosa, the UK Fund for Women and Girls, has opened Round 3 of the Woman to Woman Fund, with grants of up to £25,000, local grassroots women’s organisations across the UK will be supported using funds from the ‘Tampon Tax.’ In celebration of the centenary of the women’s … [Read more...] about Rosa’s Woman to Woman Fund: Seeking Applications from Local Grassroots Women’s Organisations across the UK
Islamabad: Seminar Emphasizes Upon the Safe Working Environment for Women
The National Council of Social Welfare organised a one-day seminar titled “Implementation of the Protection against harassment of women at the workplace Act 2010 and Our Social Responsibilities”, in collaboration with District Population Welfare Office. Chairman NCSW Dr Nadeem Shafiq Malik said, … [Read more...] about Islamabad: Seminar Emphasizes Upon the Safe Working Environment for Women
Ghana: Plan International launches ‘Green Skills Project’
Ghana has Plan International Ghana, in its new initiative drive has launched the Green Skills Project in Accra with funding from the European Union. The project is a three year campaign aimed at creating livelihood opportunities for 6,000 youth and women through the promotion of local … [Read more...] about Ghana: Plan International launches ‘Green Skills Project’
IIROSA allocates Relief Supplies to Needy Families
The International Islamic Relief Organization Saudi Arabia (IIROSA), an affiliate of the Muslim World League in its recent initiative launched a project to distribute relief materials to several hundreds of poor families in different parts of South Africa. The relief supplies including wheat, rice, … [Read more...] about IIROSA allocates Relief Supplies to Needy Families
NGO to Light Up Rohingya’s Life with Solar Lights
A nonprofit organization ‘Unite to Light’ founded by John Bowers will ship 9,000 solar lights to Bangladesh for Rohingya refugees which will prioritize midwives, pregnant women and new mothers. The move is a joint effort with RTM International, a Bangladesh-based NGO, and the United Nations … [Read more...] about NGO to Light Up Rohingya’s Life with Solar Lights
UNDP/RFPs: Development of a Training Package on Gender and Preventing Violent Extremism
Deadline: 19 January 2018 The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is seeking proposals for its programme “Development of a Training Package on Gender and Preventing Violent Extremism." Purpose UN Women is currently undertaking programming on PVE in Indonesia, Bangladesh and at the … [Read more...] about UNDP/RFPs: Development of a Training Package on Gender and Preventing Violent Extremism
Submit Proposals for Minor Foundation for Major Challenges’ Grant Program!
Deadline: 5 January 2018 The Minor Foundation for Major Challenges is seeking proposals from all over the world to fund communication projects which mitigate anthropogenic climate change. MFMC shall support the development of innovative communication strategies that engage people, and that … [Read more...] about Submit Proposals for Minor Foundation for Major Challenges’ Grant Program!
Applications Open for Rise Up For Women And Girls in Nigeria Program!
Deadline: 15 January 2018 Rise Up is seeking applications from interested NGOs and Civil Society leaders to participate in a week-long intensive leadership accelerator program to advance social justice, education and opportunities for girls and women in Lagos, Abuja and surrounding environs in … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Rise Up For Women And Girls in Nigeria Program!
Apply for 20th Annual Science Immersion Workshop for Journalists!
Deadline: 12 February 2018 Do you have the knowledge and context to bring your news audience accurate, science-based stories about hurricanes, hazardous drought conditions, coastal storms, flooding and other extreme impacts caused by climate change? Would you like the tools, resources and … [Read more...] about Apply for 20th Annual Science Immersion Workshop for Journalists!
Tampon Tax Fund: Improving the Lives of Disadvantaged Women And Girls in UK
Deadline: 28 January 2018 Applications are open for Tampon Tax Fund with an aim to support projects that improve the lives of vulnerable and disadvantaged women and girls across the United Kingdom. The purpose of the Tampon Tax Fund is to allocate the funds generated from the VAT on sanitary … [Read more...] about Tampon Tax Fund: Improving the Lives of Disadvantaged Women And Girls in UK
UN hails the Safe Return of missing Six Aid-Workers
Six aid workers who went missing four days ago in the South Sudan had made a safe return. The UN humanitarian coordinator for South Sudan confirmed the news. The employees of two foreign and one national organization went missing during the clashes between government and rebel forces in the Bahr … [Read more...] about UN hails the Safe Return of missing Six Aid-Workers
Cambodia: International NGO to Guide Drug Offenders
In its new social drive, an international NGO 'This Life Cambodia' will soon begin offering vocational education to young drug offenders under a new agreement signed with the Ministry of Interior’s General Department of Prisons. The NGO also provides vocational education to youth in three prisons in … [Read more...] about Cambodia: International NGO to Guide Drug Offenders
Call for Proposals: Voice’s Mali Empowerment Grants
Deadline: 5 March 2018 Voice is accepting proposals from informal groups or small organizations for its Empowerment Grants to raise awareness, promote transformational leadership, build self-confidence and fight stigma against the most marginalized and discriminated groups. Voice Mali encourages … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Voice’s Mali Empowerment Grants
Islamabad: PCSF voices Concern over Diminishing Civil Actions
The Pakistan Civil Society Forum (PCSF) and other civil society organizations expressed their concern over the attempts for curbing the voices of civil society activists; mainly international and national NGOs working on human rights, democracy and social justice. The recent decision to dismiss … [Read more...] about Islamabad: PCSF voices Concern over Diminishing Civil Actions
Nigeria: LCCI slams National Assembly against NGO Bill
The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has criticized the National Assembly over the draft NGO Bill presently under consideration. The bill consists of an act for the establishment of a Non-Governmental Organisations Regulatory Commission for the supervision, coordination, and monitoring … [Read more...] about Nigeria: LCCI slams National Assembly against NGO Bill
UNICEF Announces New Funding for Vaccine Independence Initiative
UNICEF has announced funding for its Vaccine Independence Initiative(VII), a mechanism to help countries secure a sustainable supply of life-saving vaccines, has more than doubled in the past year, increasing from $15 million to $35 million. The increase was made possible especially by a $15 million … [Read more...] about UNICEF Announces New Funding for Vaccine Independence Initiative
MacArthur Foundation Awards $100 million Grant for the Welfare of Syrian Children
MacArthur Foundation awarded a $100 million grant to Sesame Workshop and International Rescue Committee (IRC) to educate young children displaced by conflict and persecution in the Middle East(Syria). The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation announced Sesame Workshop and the International … [Read more...] about MacArthur Foundation Awards $100 million Grant for the Welfare of Syrian Children
USAID-West Bank: Seeking Applications for Positive Youth Engagement Program
Deadline: 31 January 2018 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications from qualified organizations to fund an activity entitled "Positive Youth Engagement" to expand educational and leadership opportunities for youth ages 14-29 throughout the West Bank by … [Read more...] about USAID-West Bank: Seeking Applications for Positive Youth Engagement Program
Applications Open for MasterCard Foundation’s Fund for Rural Prosperity 2017/2018 Competition!
Deadline: 31 January 2018 The MasterCard Foundation Fund for Rural Prosperity (FRP) is seeking applications for the fourth round of its 2017/2018 Competition to support innovative financial products, services or processes from organizations that will design, pilot and test new ideas, as well as … [Read more...] about Applications Open for MasterCard Foundation’s Fund for Rural Prosperity 2017/2018 Competition!
USAID-Serbia: Seeking Applications for Local Engagement and Asset Development Activity
Deadline: 23 February 2018 The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for its program entitled “Local Engagement and Asset Development Activity”. USAID is seeking to fund an activity that will strengthen new and established, formal and informal local citizen … [Read more...] about USAID-Serbia: Seeking Applications for Local Engagement and Asset Development Activity
IWMF’s Underreported Stories Grants: Supporting Journalism Produced by Women Journalists
Deadline: 19 January 2018 Applications are open for the IWMF’s Underreported Stories Grants which is a new funding initiative to support journalism produced by women journalists on underreported issues around the world. This round of funding will support journalism covering the issue of forced … [Read more...] about IWMF’s Underreported Stories Grants: Supporting Journalism Produced by Women Journalists
OSISA Call for Proposals: Supporting Active Civic Engagement in the Political Transition in Zimbabwe
Deadline: 8 January 2018 The Open Society Initiative for Southern Africa (OSISA) has announced the Call for Proposals for its continuing work in Zimbabwe through grant-making and advocacy on democratic and economic reforms. This includes support for public participation in the political and … [Read more...] about OSISA Call for Proposals: Supporting Active Civic Engagement in the Political Transition in Zimbabwe
Climate CoLab Contest: Exploring Synergistic Solutions for Sustainable Development
Deadline: 7 January 2018 The Climate CoLab contest is inviting applicants to submit proposals on Exploring Synergistic Solutions for Sustainable Development. Key Issues As decision-makers are deciding and implementing strategies to pursue the seventeen Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), … [Read more...] about Climate CoLab Contest: Exploring Synergistic Solutions for Sustainable Development
AHCJ Call for Applications: Awards for Excellence in Health Care Journalism
Deadline: 8 January 2018 The Association of Healthcare Journalists (AHCJ) is currently seeking nominations for its Awards for Excellence in Health Care Journalism, that have recognized the best health reporting in print, broadcast and online media. Entries can include a wide range of health … [Read more...] about AHCJ Call for Applications: Awards for Excellence in Health Care Journalism
DFID: Burma-UK Healthcare Partnership Programme in Burma
Deadline: 31 December 2017 The UK’s Department of International Development (DFID) is accepting applications for its Burma-UK Healthcare Partnership Programme in Burma. The comprehensive health programme is designed to tackle extreme poverty, strengthen resilience and provide improved peace and … [Read more...] about DFID: Burma-UK Healthcare Partnership Programme in Burma
Nigeria: NGO warns Akwa Ibom’s Lawmakers
A non-governmental organisation, 'Policy Alert', has warned the Akwa Ibom House of Assembly against passage of the 2018 budget estimate, as presented by the Executive. Acting Executive Director of the organisation Mr Tijah Bolton-Akpan said, “Among the important indices that should inform growth in … [Read more...] about Nigeria: NGO warns Akwa Ibom’s Lawmakers
Government of Canada’s Social Development Partnerships Program – Disability: Performance and Accountability Framework
Deadline: 10 January 2018 The Government of Canada is seeking expressions of interest from organizations interested in receiving operating funding from the Social Development Partnerships Program - Disability (SDPP-D) component related to the Performance and Accountability Framework. The objective … [Read more...] about Government of Canada’s Social Development Partnerships Program – Disability: Performance and Accountability Framework
Call for Proposals: 2017 Joint Programme “Democratic and Inclusive School Culture in Operation (DISCO)”
Deadline: 12 February 2018 The EU/Council of Europe Joint Programme “Democratic and Inclusive School Culture in Operation” (DISCO) is currently accepting applications for project proposals for the next cycle of the Programme. The Call for Project Proposals 2017 will support projects designed to … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: 2017 Joint Programme “Democratic and Inclusive School Culture in Operation (DISCO)”
India: 1M1B only Indian NGO to Collaborate with UNDP this Year
1 Million for 1 Billion (1M1B) gets its affiliation from the United Nations Department of Public Information (UNDPI). 1M1B also emphasized that it will be the only Indian NGO to partner the Department this year for disseminating information about priority issues of the United Nations. 1M1B … [Read more...] about India: 1M1B only Indian NGO to Collaborate with UNDP this Year
New Delhi: Drastic Fall of Foreign Funding, A Major Concern
The drastic fall of the foreign funding of non-government organisations (NGOs) has become a major concern. Government informed the Parliament that the funding has come down from Rs 17,773 crore received from abroad in 2015-16 to only Rs 6,499 crore received in 2016-17. The registrations of 18,868 … [Read more...] about New Delhi: Drastic Fall of Foreign Funding, A Major Concern
Nigeria: Foundation Urges Government for Proper Inclusion of Disable Persons
The Cedar Seed Foundation, an organisation fighting for the rights of People Living with Disability (PWDs) has asked government at all levels and other players to ensure proper inclusion of disable persons. The foundation also criticized Nigerian society for creating unlivable aura for their … [Read more...] about Nigeria: Foundation Urges Government for Proper Inclusion of Disable Persons
UN Women: Call for Proposals for Femicide Review Investigation
Deadline: 15 January 2018 UN Women is currently inviting women civil society organizations (CSOs) and networks to submit proposals aimed advocating for the introduction of the Femicide Review Investigation, an internal state investigation of the institutions and service providers for women victims … [Read more...] about UN Women: Call for Proposals for Femicide Review Investigation
