It's no longer enough for businesses to simply buy and sell their products and services to their customers. Nowadays, corporates voluntarily involve in initiatives to improve the living standards of the local and global communities through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). CSR is a crucial component of a company’s competitiveness that encourages a positive impact through its activities on the environment, consumers, employees, communities, stakeholders and all other members of the public … [Read more...] about CSR Donors for Indian NGOs + A Guide on How to Mobilize Funds through them
How NGOs can identify Genuine Grant Opportunities and Donor Organizations and avoid Scams
What is an Online Scam? An online scam is a fraudulent activity carried out over the Internet by providing incorrect information for the purpose of stealing money or assets from victims. Online scams are one of the biggest threats to businesses and governments around the world as they end up with severe financial losses and mental and emotional harassment of victims. According to the Consumer Sentinel Network, which is maintained by the Federal Trade Commission of the United States … [Read more...] about How NGOs can identify Genuine Grant Opportunities and Donor Organizations and avoid Scams
WORLD DAY AGAINST TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS: Stand Up for Trafficking’s Victims
Human Trafficking is the massive worldwide problem that crosses borders and with very few countries immune to human trafficking. Thousands of men, women and children are trapped in some form of modern-day slavery and end up in the hands of traffickers every year. These people are often tricked and mislead to believe that they are being taken to work that will make their family better off. The victims are then forced into slavery as sex workers, beggars and child soldiers, or as … [Read more...] about WORLD DAY AGAINST TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS: Stand Up for Trafficking’s Victims
Orange Innovation Challenge: Identifying Business Models to boost Orange Economy
Deadline: 31 July 2019 The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), through its innovation laboratory of the IDB Group (IDB Lab) and its Innovation and Creativity Division (ICD) through the DEMAND SOLUTIONS initiative has launched Orange Innovation Challenge to identify business models to boost the Orange Economy. This is a knowledge-based economy, capable of generating employment and wealth, which promotes a socio economic impact. It will contribute to strengthening the creative … [Read more...] about Orange Innovation Challenge: Identifying Business Models to boost Orange Economy
Bureau of INL Grant Program to Professionalize Judicial Sector in Central African Republic Department of State
Deadline: 18 June 2019 The United States Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs INL is seeking applications to implement a program entitled "Professionalizing the Judicial Sector in the Central African Republic." The overarching goal of this cooperative agreement program is to increase the capacity of the Central African Republic (CAR) criminal justice system to deter and sanction criminality and protect victims’ rights, including vulnerable … [Read more...] about Bureau of INL Grant Program to Professionalize Judicial Sector in Central African Republic Department of State
U.S. Embassy Malta: 2019-2020 U.S. Department of State Julia Taft Refugee Fund
Deadline: 5 April 2019 The U.S. Embassy has announced the 2019-2020 U.S. Department of State Julia Taft Refugee Fund opportunity to address issues related to refugee or returnee protection and assistance in Malta. The U.S. Embassy invites local NGOs to submit proposals that feature sustainable, quick-impact projects that meet gaps in assistance for refugees or returnee communities in Malta, including but not limited to projects aimed at providing tools to enhance competitiveness in the … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy Malta: 2019-2020 U.S. Department of State Julia Taft Refugee Fund
Ireland CFPs for the Promotion and Multi-Functional Benefits of Forestry
Deadline: 1 March 2019 Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Andrew Doyle T.D has announced call for proposals in the area of forestry promotion to encourage innovative proposals which will highlight the multi functional benefits of forestry in Ireland over the next two years. This call for proposals will drive some creative and innovative ideas that will increase public awareness of the multi-functional benefits of forestry, to promote a higher level of … [Read more...] about Ireland CFPs for the Promotion and Multi-Functional Benefits of Forestry
Instagram for NGOs: How Media for Social Change can help in Brand Building
If there was a Star Social Media Platform of the Year Award for 2018 Instagram would perhaps emerge victorious. It feels like everyone is on it—organisations, celebrities, individuals, even pets seem to have dedicated profiles! At a time where Instagram claims to have one billion users worldwide, not having a profile for your NGO is a chance missed at reaching a wide audience and marking your digital and social existence. While Facebook clearly has more user profiles, Instagram is a strong … [Read more...] about Instagram for NGOs: How Media for Social Change can help in Brand Building
U.S. Department of State: Countering Violent Extremism in the Philippines through Training, Programming, and Coordination
Deadline: 16 August 2018 U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Conflict and Stabilization Operations (CSO) is seeking applications for its grant programme entitled, "Countering Violent Extremism in the Philippines through Training, Programming, and Coordination" to reduce drivers of VE and increase community resilience in targeted areas where VEO recruitment and radicalization to violence is taking place. Objectives The program comprises the following illustrative objectives: Build the … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of State: Countering Violent Extremism in the Philippines through Training, Programming, and Coordination
Apply for Management Development Program for Western Africa!
Deadline (For Western Africa): 13 July 2018 Applications are open for the Management Development Program which is designed to enhance the leadership and management skills of program managers and leaders of sub-Saharan organisations, governmental and non-governmental, that are devoted to delivering health care services to underserved populations. The MDI program was designed by world-class management faculty from the Anderson School of Management at the University of California Los Angeles … [Read more...] about Apply for Management Development Program for Western Africa!
UN Grants $3 Million to support Cyclone hit Somaliland
The United Nations has released approximate $3 million to help people affected by an unprecedented storm which delivered a full year's worth of rain in just a few days, compounding damage caused by recent severe flooding. This grant will help to tackle the effects of climate change among the most vulnerable local populations, as resilience in these communities had already been extremely strained due to at least four failed rainy seasons. UN Humanitarian Coordinator for Somalia, Peter de Clercq … [Read more...] about UN Grants $3 Million to support Cyclone hit Somaliland
15 Voluntary Organisations receive Funding under 2018 Communicating Europe Initiative
The Minister for European Affairs, Helen McEntee TD has announced funding to 15 voluntary organisations including NGOs, local community groups and others under the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade’s 2018 Communicating Europe Initiative. This year, €100,000 has been provided for Communicating Europe Initiative funded projects. The successful projects include the recording of a special Blindboy Podcast on Europe live at the MindField Arena at the Electric Picnic Festival, a Young … [Read more...] about 15 Voluntary Organisations receive Funding under 2018 Communicating Europe Initiative
U.S. Department of State: East Africa Counter terrorism Finance Initiative
Deadline: 11 June 2018 The United States Department of State’s Bureau of Counter terrorism (CT) has announced Notification of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for its 'East Africa Counter terrorism Finance Initiative', to support counter terrorism finance programming in East Africa. Primary focus countries of this project are Tanzania, Uganda, and Kenya with the potential for regional efforts in secondary countries such as Djibouti and Ethiopia. CT seeks proposals to strengthen the capacity of law … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of State: East Africa Counter terrorism Finance Initiative
HealthRight International collaborates with PCAF for the betterment of Mental Health needs of the Marginalized Communities
HealthRight International and the Peter C. Alderman Foundation (PCAF) has announced there merger in order to better meet the mental health needs of the marginalized communities they serve around the world. Integrating PCAF’s considerable experience and expertise in global mental health across Health Right’s existing and future programs will greatly enhance its ability to deliver comprehensive, transformational health solutions. Executive Director, HealthRight International, Peter Navario … [Read more...] about HealthRight International collaborates with PCAF for the betterment of Mental Health needs of the Marginalized Communities
9th Spirit of Humanity Awards: Inviting Charitable Organizations from India
Deadline: 15 May 2018 Nominations are open for 9th Spirit of Humanity Awards that is an excellent platform for charitable organizations to showcase their work and receive recognition and feedback from CSR professionals, industry leaders and other esteemed jury members. This is the philosophy which inspired the inception of Spirit of Humanity as a recognition and reward platform for exemplary contributions made towards the society. Over the years, Spirit of Humanity has expanded its scope to … [Read more...] about 9th Spirit of Humanity Awards: Inviting Charitable Organizations from India
Brussels Conference: Day of Dialogue – Supporting the Future of Syria and the Region (24 April 2018)
Brussels Conference: Supporting the future of Syria and the region will be conducted on 24 April 2018. The delegates include, EU Commissioners Johannes Hahn and Christos Stylianides, European Commission Directors-General Monique Pariat and Christian Danielsson and high level representatives from the UN along with over 200 NGOs from Jordan, Lebanon, Syria and Turkey. The event aims to facilitate exchanges of views in order to identify major challenges, share best practices, and foster … [Read more...] about Brussels Conference: Day of Dialogue – Supporting the Future of Syria and the Region (24 April 2018)
CPDC: Call for EOls to Undertake Small Scale Advocacy Actions
Deadline: 20 April 2018 The Caribbean Policy Development Centre (CPDC) is currently inviting registered NGOs located in the CARIFORUM region to submit Expressions of Interest to undertake Small Scale Advocacy Actions that engage policymakers at the national level to create enabling legislative environments for NGOs to improve their operations. The Caribbean Policy Development Centre (CPDC) in partnership with the European Union (EU) is implementing a joint 3-year grant partnership that seeks … [Read more...] about CPDC: Call for EOls to Undertake Small Scale Advocacy Actions
U.S. Mission in Bogota, Colombia: Mission’s Public Affairs Small Grant Program
Deadline: 31 May 2018 The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Mission in Bogota Colombia has announced funding availability through the Mission’s Public Affairs Small grant program. This grants program supports projects proposed by Colombian non-governmental organizations (NGOs), individuals, and cultural/educational organizations that aim to promote mutual understanding between the United States and Colombia. The Embassy has particular interest in projects that have a strong link to the … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission in Bogota, Colombia: Mission’s Public Affairs Small Grant Program
U.S. Embassy in Morocco: Inviting Applicants for Public Diplomacy Grant Program
Deadline: 15 May 2018 The U.S. Mission in Morocco’s Public Affairs Office (PAO) has announced that funding is available through the Public Diplomacy Grant Program for projects ranging in value from $5,000 to $25,000. Projects for lesser or greater values will be considered on a case by case basis. Grants are intended for committed and organized civil-society organizations, local representatives of civil society, think tanks, non-governmental organizations, cultural institutions, and academic … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Morocco: Inviting Applicants for Public Diplomacy Grant Program
USAID: Augmenting Capacity for Humanitarian Emergencies of Infectious Diseases
Deadline: 27 April 2018 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for a cooperative agreement from qualified U.S. and Non-U.S. organizations to fund a program entitled “Augmenting Capacity for Humanitarian Emergencies of Infectious Diseases with Epidemic or Pandemic Potential”. The overall scope, goal of the program(s) to be funded under the award(s) resulting from this APS includes: establishing standby capacity by strengthening and augmenting … [Read more...] about USAID: Augmenting Capacity for Humanitarian Emergencies of Infectious Diseases
