A non-governmental organization (NGO), Miteda Wellness Initiative, organized a yearly free medical outreach in Ondo state. Around 3,000 people from four local governments have benefited from this medical outreach. There were around 248 medical experts including 39 doctors, over sixty nurses, 12 … [Read more...] about Nigeria: Ondo Indigenes Benefit from Medical Screening
UNICEF Calls On Nations to Join Fight For the Survival Of Newborns
The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) is challenging nations around the world to make sure more newborns survive their first days of life. Nearly 386,000 babies would have been born on New Year's Day – some 90 per cent in less developed regions. UNICEF's Chief of Health Stefan Peterson … [Read more...] about UNICEF Calls On Nations to Join Fight For the Survival Of Newborns
South Korea: 5 Members of the Comfort Women Foundation Resigns
Directors of "comfort women" foundation with Japanese funding have submitted their resignation. Around Five of the eight directors have resigned till now. The resignations of all five private-sector members on the Reconciliation and Healing Foundation's board were dated Dec 26, and raise the … [Read more...] about South Korea: 5 Members of the Comfort Women Foundation Resigns
Applications Open for Anita Borg Systers Pass It On Awards Program!
Deadline: 28 March 2018 Applications are open for Anita Borg Systers Pass It On Awards Program to honor Anita Borg’s desire to create a network of women technologists helping each other. The cash awards, funded by donations from the Systers Online Community and others, are intended as means for … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Anita Borg Systers Pass It On Awards Program!
World Diamond Industry faces Turmoil as NGO Quits
Impact, the Canadian-based organization has announced its withdrawal from the Kimberley Process (KP), the regulatory mechanism that polices the sometimes controversial international diamonds business. It has been one of the most vocal of the advocates of “civil society” — the non-governmental … [Read more...] about World Diamond Industry faces Turmoil as NGO Quits
Tony Elumelu Foundation: Inviting African Applicants for Entrepreneurship Development Programme
Deadline: 1 March 2018 The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) is currently accepting applications for the 4th Cycle of its Entrepreneurship Development Programme for business ideas that can transform Africa. The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) is the leading philanthropy in Africa championing … [Read more...] about Tony Elumelu Foundation: Inviting African Applicants for Entrepreneurship Development Programme
Transnet Foundation Grant: Uplifting Communities for a Brighter Future in South Africa
Deadline: 31 January 2018 The Transnet Foundation is seeking applications for its grant program that contributes to economic growth and poverty alleviation in South Africa through the provision of sustainable development to organisations/projects that comply with good business practices and are … [Read more...] about Transnet Foundation Grant: Uplifting Communities for a Brighter Future in South Africa
U.S. Embassy in Georgia: Democracy Commission Small Grants Program (PAS)
Deadline: 31 January 2018 The U.S. Embassy in Georgia has announced the opening of the Democracy Commission Small Grants Program Competition for 2018. The Commission, co-chaired by the Deputy Chief of Mission and the Public Affairs Officer, will award grants of up to 50,000 U.S. Dollars to … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Georgia: Democracy Commission Small Grants Program (PAS)
Nominations Open for 2018 Canadian Hillman Prize!
Deadline: 15 January 2018 Nominations are open for 2018 Hillman Prizes by Sidney Hillman Foundation to honour excellence in journalism in service of the common good. Since 1950, the Sidney Hillman Foundation has honoured U.S journalists who pursue investigative reporting and deep storytelling in … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for 2018 Canadian Hillman Prize!
Sociological Initiatives Foundation Grants: Supporting Research on Social Change in United States
Deadline: 15 August 2018 The Sociological Initiatives Foundation is currently seeking applications for its grant program to support social change by linking research to social action. It funds research projects that investigate laws, policies, institutions, regulations, and normative practices … [Read more...] about Sociological Initiatives Foundation Grants: Supporting Research on Social Change in United States
Applications Open for YALI Regional Leadership Center West Africa Emerging Leaders Program!
Deadline: 19 January 2018 Applicants are invited to apply for the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Regional Leadership Center (RLC) West Africa Emerging Leaders Program. The YALI was launched by the United States government as a signature effort to invest in the next generation of African … [Read more...] about Applications Open for YALI Regional Leadership Center West Africa Emerging Leaders Program!
EU Call for Proposals: Effective Awareness and Advocacy on Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Programme in Jordan
Deadline: 7 March 2018 The European Union (EU) is seeking proposals from eligible organizations for its program entitled “Effective awareness and advocacy on Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Programme in Jordan (REEE)”. The global objective of this call for proposals is to contribute to the … [Read more...] about EU Call for Proposals: Effective Awareness and Advocacy on Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Programme in Jordan
Future Startup: Seeking Nominations for Bangladeshi Innovators Under 35
Deadline: 10 March 2018 Future Startup ‘Bangladeshi Innovators Under 35’ is an annual list and extensive coverage of young people under the age of 35 who have been doing great work in the field of business, technology, society, agriculture, media, education, medicine, science, art and culture etc … [Read more...] about Future Startup: Seeking Nominations for Bangladeshi Innovators Under 35
2018 U.S. Hillman Prizes: Honoring Investigative Journalism and Commentary in service of the Common Good
Deadline: 30 January 2018 Nominations are open for 2018 Hillman Prizes by Sidney Hillman Foundation to honor investigative journalism and commentary in service of the common good. Since 1950, the Sidney Hillman Foundation has honored journalists, writers and public figures that pursue … [Read more...] about 2018 U.S. Hillman Prizes: Honoring Investigative Journalism and Commentary in service of the Common Good
U.S. Embassy in Kosovo: Call for Applications for AFCP Large Grants Program
Deadline: 19 January 2018 The U.S. Embassy in Pristina, Kosovo and the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) Cultural Heritage Center (“the Center”) has announced the 2018 notice of funding opportunity for the Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2018 Large Grants … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Kosovo: Call for Applications for AFCP Large Grants Program
U.S. Small Business Administration: Women’s Business Center – Initial Phase Grant
Deadline: 12 February 2018 U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is currently inviting applications for its Women’s Business Center – Initial Phase Grant with an aim to provide funding for up to seven existing private non-profit organizations (host organizations) of a Women’s Business Center … [Read more...] about U.S. Small Business Administration: Women’s Business Center – Initial Phase Grant
Apply for ABC Humane Wildlife Control & Prevention, Inc. Academic Scholarship!
Deadline: 1 July 2018 ABC Humane Wildlife Control & Prevention, Inc. is currently inviting applications for its Academic Scholarship with an aim to increase the number of women studying and influencing the future of science, including technology, engineering and math. This scholarship is open … [Read more...] about Apply for ABC Humane Wildlife Control & Prevention, Inc. Academic Scholarship!
U.S. Department of State, Bureau of DRL: Combatting Gender-Based Violence in Morocco
Deadline: 28 February 2018 The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) of the United States Department of State has announced an open competition entitled “Combatting Gender Based Violence in Morocco”. DRL’s objective for this program is to enhance the ability of Moroccan government and … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of State, Bureau of DRL: Combatting Gender-Based Violence in Morocco
ANZ New Zealand Staff Foundation: Inviting Applications for Community Grants Program
Deadline: 15 February 2018 The ANZ New Zealand Staff Foundation is seeking applications for its Community Grants Program to provide grants of up to NZD 25,000 to community organisations throughout New Zealand to help them achieve their goals. Funding Criteria The Foundation supports charitable … [Read more...] about ANZ New Zealand Staff Foundation: Inviting Applications for Community Grants Program
Kuala Lumpur: NGOs to Assist Government to Spread Awareness on ‘Climate Change’
To protect and conserve the exceedingly fragile environment, NGOs have decided to help government in spreading awareness on ‘climate change'. Chairman and Commander of Datuk Seri Ang Lai Soon, St John Ambulance Sarawak said, “The government and non-governmental organisations can play a useful … [Read more...] about Kuala Lumpur: NGOs to Assist Government to Spread Awareness on ‘Climate Change’
Azim Premji University’s Research Grant Programme: Strengthening the Understanding of Societal Processes
Deadline: 30 January 2018 Azim Premji University is seeking proposals for its Research Grant programme with an aim to strengthen and elevate the state of understanding of societal processes and outcomes. This is designed to promote inquiry into areas of particular interest to the Foundation and … [Read more...] about Azim Premji University’s Research Grant Programme: Strengthening the Understanding of Societal Processes
U.S. Embassy in Kosovo: Call for Applications for AFCP Small Grants Program
Deadline: 19 January 2018 The U.S. Embassy in Pristina, Kosovo and the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) Cultural Heritage Center (“the Center”) has announced the 2018 notice of funding opportunity for the Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2018 Small Grants … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Kosovo: Call for Applications for AFCP Small Grants Program
Entries Open for World Habitat Awards 2018! Recognizing Innovative Housing Ideas
Deadline: 31 March 2018 Entries are open for the World Habitat Awards 2018 to recognise and highlight innovative, outstanding and sometimes revolutionary housing ideas, projects and programmes from across the world. The World Habitat Awards are presented each year in partnership with the United … [Read more...] about Entries Open for World Habitat Awards 2018! Recognizing Innovative Housing Ideas
Call for Applications: Fund for Local Cooperation in Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia
Deadline: 11 February 2018 Applications are open for Finnish Fund for Local Cooperation (FLC) which is a fund managed by the Office of the Ambassador to Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia to support initiatives of local non-governmental organizations, community-based organizations and other … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Fund for Local Cooperation in Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia
DST-CICS Call for Proposals: India-Iran Bilateral Scientific and Technological Cooperation Programme
Deadline: 15 February 2018 The Department of Science and Technology (DST), Ministry of Science & Technology of the Indian Republic and the Centre for International Scientific Cooperation (CISC) are seeking proposals for India-Iran Bilateral Scientific and Technological Cooperation … [Read more...] about DST-CICS Call for Proposals: India-Iran Bilateral Scientific and Technological Cooperation Programme
Nigeria: NGO to Train Youths on ‘Skills Acquisition’
A Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), Majalisa Macido Andaha Foundation (MMAF) in its new humanitarian gesture will train 300 youths on 'Skills Acquisition'. This will benefit over three hundred youths. The NGO is based in Andaha, Akwanga Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. During the … [Read more...] about Nigeria: NGO to Train Youths on ‘Skills Acquisition’
Malaysia: Organise Programmes to Encourage Women, NGOs Urged
In an effort to encourage the group especially those in rural areas, women based non-governmental organisations (NGOs) have been urged to organise more programmes in the future. During the event, a total of 150 less fortunate children received school necessities in conjunction with Jeiwa – Unilife … [Read more...] about Malaysia: Organise Programmes to Encourage Women, NGOs Urged
Gujrat Government Concerns over Bird Fatalities during Kite Festival in India, Directs Bird Care NGOs
In a verbal direction, all voluntary animal care and non-government organisations working under the ‘Karuna Abhiyan’ has been banned by the Animal Husbandry department of the state government to operate in residential areas during the Uttarayan festival this year. The main reason for government’s … [Read more...] about Gujrat Government Concerns over Bird Fatalities during Kite Festival in India, Directs Bird Care NGOs
EJN to provide 11 Grants of up to $20,000 each in 2018
Deadline: 14 January 2018 The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) through its latest call for proposals is going to provide 11 grants of up to $20,000 each in 2018. The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) Asia-Pacific Media Grants are available to support the creation, growth, and capacity building of … [Read more...] about EJN to provide 11 Grants of up to $20,000 each in 2018
DFID: Delivering sustainable and equitable increases in family planning in Kenya
Deadline: 31 December 2018 The UK’s Department for International Development (DFID) is seeking applications for its programme entitled Delivering sustainable and equitable increases in family planning in Kenya. The programme is expected to ensure that women and couples in Kenya can plan their … [Read more...] about DFID: Delivering sustainable and equitable increases in family planning in Kenya
Applications Open for Teach For India Fellowship Program 2018!
Deadline: 4 February 2018 Applicants are invited to apply for the Teach for India Fellowship Program 2018, an opportunity for India’s brightest and most promising youth, from the nation’s best universities and workplaces, to serve as full-time teachers to children from low-income communities in … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Teach For India Fellowship Program 2018!
USAID: Seeking Applications for The Farmer-to-Farmer Program
Deadline: 12 February 2018 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID)’s Bureau for Food Security (BFS) under the management of the Office of Country Strategy and Implementation (CSI) is continuing USAID’s long-term support for the Farmer-to-Farmer (F2F) Program. Themes The F2F … [Read more...] about USAID: Seeking Applications for The Farmer-to-Farmer Program
TOMODACHI Grant Program: Developing Future Young Leaders in the United States and Japan
Deadline: 15 January 2018 TOMODACHI Initiative is seeking applications for its TOMODACHI Grant program. TOMODACHI is particularly interested in programs with a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) focus, as well as programs that help prepares young women for careers in STEM or … [Read more...] about TOMODACHI Grant Program: Developing Future Young Leaders in the United States and Japan
2018 Alumni Small Grants: Community Development Initiatives
Deadline: 7 February 2018 Applications are open for Community Development Initiatives to provide small grant opportunities for Global UGRAD-Pakistan alumni to utilize the leadership skills they developed during their program in the United States to create and implement projects that address a need … [Read more...] about 2018 Alumni Small Grants: Community Development Initiatives
Australian High Commission in Malta: Seeking Applications for Direct Aid Program
Deadline: 28 February 2018 Applicants are invited to submit applications for Direct Aid Program (DAP) which is a flexible, small grants scheme for development activities in Tunisia managed by the Australian High Commission in Malta. The emphasis of the program is on alleviating basic humanitarian … [Read more...] about Australian High Commission in Malta: Seeking Applications for Direct Aid Program
Women’s Fund in Georgia: Seeking Applications for Women’s Rights and Environmental Justice Grant Program
Deadline: 16 January 2018 Women's Fund in Georgia is seeking applications for its program entitled “Women’s Rights and Environmental Justice", which is a financial support for the Global Alliance for Green and Gender Action (GAGGA). Grant competition is to social and environmental justice and … [Read more...] about Women’s Fund in Georgia: Seeking Applications for Women’s Rights and Environmental Justice Grant Program
Nigeria: NGO Conducts Free Medical Screening
iRestore Life Foundation conducted free medical screening on the inmates of Kirikiri Medium Security Prison in Lagos on Thursday. The inmates were majorly screened for skin diseases, respiratory tract infections, eye disease, malaria endemic, HIV and tuberculosis, among others. The foundation’s … [Read more...] about Nigeria: NGO Conducts Free Medical Screening
Africa: NGOs Observer Mission Terms Runoff as “Peaceful and Fair Election”
The African NGOs Observer Mission has termed runoff election in Liberia as a “peaceful and fair election with a relative participation of voters.” These NGOs under the banner, International Mission of African Civil Society for Peace, Democracy and Good Governance (IMACS PDGG) praised the Liberian … [Read more...] about Africa: NGOs Observer Mission Terms Runoff as “Peaceful and Fair Election”
Ghana: MTN Foundation Applauds FOTD On Skills Empowerment
MTN Foundation was praised by Friends of the Disabled (FOTD) Vocational and Educational Center, on empowering 96 youths with disability in the past four years to establish their own businesses. The center trains people with disabilities in different skills which include shoe making, sewing, … [Read more...] about Ghana: MTN Foundation Applauds FOTD On Skills Empowerment
Malaysia: Two Foundations Intensify Awareness On HIV
Malaysian Aids Foundation received RM1.2mil from Yayasan Sime Darby (YSD) to advance its Positive Audacious Living (PAL) Scheme over the next three years until 2020. The scheme enables Malaysians living with HIV to obtain second-line anti-retroviral (ARV) treatment at major government hospitals for … [Read more...] about Malaysia: Two Foundations Intensify Awareness On HIV
Papua New Guinea: Conservationist Urges NGOs To Be More Community Oriented
Chief Executive Officer of Tenkile Conservation Alliance has encouraged local and international non-governmental entities to be more community oriented in their various pursuits. The conservationist earlier has worked enthusiastically to save the tree kangaroos of Papua New Guinea. Speaking to … [Read more...] about Papua New Guinea: Conservationist Urges NGOs To Be More Community Oriented
TK Foundation Request for Proposals: 2018 Youth Sailing Programs
Deadline: 1 February 2018 The TK Foundation is seeking proposals for its 2018 Youth Sailing Programs that motivate disadvantaged youth through a combination of program criteria which aims to: Offer an ongoing educational experience Programmatic elements may include: Instruction, … [Read more...] about TK Foundation Request for Proposals: 2018 Youth Sailing Programs
Nominations Open for UNHCR’s Nansen Refugee Award 2018!
Deadline: 8 February 2018 Do you know a hero making a difference to the lives of families forced to flee their homes? Who deserves recognition for selflessly devoting their time to the displacement cause? If yes, then nominate someone today for UNHCR’s Nansen Refugee Award 2018. UNHCR are searching … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for UNHCR’s Nansen Refugee Award 2018!
European Commission: Seeking Applications for Say No! Stop Violence against Women
Deadline: 10 February 2018 As part of its NON.NO.NEIN. Say No! Stop Violence against Women campaign, the European Commission in cooperation with Edcom is launching a competition inviting young professionals and students in creative schools to pitch a concept for an awareness raising video to be … [Read more...] about European Commission: Seeking Applications for Say No! Stop Violence against Women
Global Grants to Combat Discrimination Around the World
To deal with discrimination in football during the 2018 World Cup pre-match, a $ 110,000 fund is available as part of a project between Fare and FIFA. Fare has set in motion one new series of grants to support the work of organizations in Africa, Asia, America and Oceania. The purpose is to … [Read more...] about Global Grants to Combat Discrimination Around the World
Applications Open for Auckland Zoo Conservation Fund Small Grants Programme!
Deadline: 25 March 2018 Applications are open for the Auckland Zoo Conservation Fund Small Grants Programme that exists to help provide relatively small levels of funding for ongoing projects or pilot programmes with clear conservation value. Types of Project Project applications will score more … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Auckland Zoo Conservation Fund Small Grants Programme!
U.S. Department of State, Bureau of INL: Mali Law Enforcement Training Reform Project
Deadline: 28 February 2018 The United States Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, is seeking applications from qualified Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) to implement a program entitled “Mali Law Enforcement Training Reform Project.” The purpose … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of State, Bureau of INL: Mali Law Enforcement Training Reform Project
Hadassah Foundation Grants: Leadership Development for Adolescent Girls and Young Women in U.S.
Deadline: 5 February 2018 The Hadassah Foundation is currently seeking applications from United States organizations for its grants to improve the status, health, and well-being of women and girls; bring their contributions, issues and needs from the margins to the center of Jewish concern; and … [Read more...] about Hadassah Foundation Grants: Leadership Development for Adolescent Girls and Young Women in U.S.
Applications Open for Bank of Bermuda Foundation Grant Program!
Deadline: 16 February 2018 Bank of Bermuda Foundation is inviting applicants for its grant program to improve the lives of young children, including learning readiness and strong social-emotional foundations. The Foundation’s goals for grantmaking are driven by their commitment to their … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Bank of Bermuda Foundation Grant Program!
U.S. Embassy in South Africa: 2018/2019 EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program
Deadline: 18 January 2018 U.S. Embassy South Africa Public Affairs Section, U.S. Department of State (PAS) has announced that funding has been requested for the following project: The grantee will work in coordination with the Public Affairs Sections in Pretoria, Durban, Cape Town, and … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in South Africa: 2018/2019 EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program
