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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
The Waterloo Foundation: Inviting Applicants for Environment’s Marine Programme
Deadline: 1 September 2018 The Waterloo Foundation is inviting applicants for its Environment fund under the theme “Marine Programme” to support initiatives working to halt the decline of fish stocks that communities in developing countries rely on, and those working to bring about sustainable fisheries in Wales. Project Types Local Projects Applications for local projects should demonstrate that they will positively impact upon the marine fisheries they are working to protect, and … [Read more...]
The Russell Sage Foundation/Carnegie Corporation Initiative on Immigration and Immigrant Integration!
Deadline: 24 May 2018 The Russell Sage Foundation is seeking proposals for its initiative on “Immigration and Immigrant Integration” to support innovative research on the effects of race, citizenship, legal status and politics, political culture and public policy on outcomes for immigrants and for the native-born of different racial and ethnic groups and generations. For over 25 years, RSF has supported immigration research that has made significant contributions to the study of: … [Read more...]
Russell Sage Foundation: Seeking LOIs for Future of Work Program
Deadline: 20 August 2018 The Russell Sage Foundation is seeking letter of inquiries for its Future of Work Program that support innovative research on the causes and consequences of changes in the quality of jobs for less- and moderately-skilled workers and their families. The Program seeks investigator-initiated research proposals that will broaden their understanding of the role of changes in employer practices, the nature of the labor market and public policies on the employment, earnings, … [Read more...]
Embassy of Japan in Uganda: Grant Assistance for Grass-roots Human Security Projects
Deadline: 31 July 2018 The Embassy of Japan in Uganda is seeking proposals for its Grant Assistance for Grass-roots Human Security Projects (GGP) to provide financial assistance to non-profit, development-oriented organizations to support community development projects which directly benefit people at the grassroots level. Project Areas Any projects geared towards grassroots assistance are eligible for financing under GGP. Preferable, however, are projects in the areas below. Particular … [Read more...]
Applications Open for Qalaa Holdings Scholarship for Egyptian Nationals!
Deadline: 15 April 2018 Applications are open for Qalaa Holdings Scholarship by the Qalaa Holdings Scholarship Foundation. The Qalaa Holdings Scholarship Foundation was created in 2007, out of a strong will to contribute to national development through creating high caliber professionals to help enhance Egypt’s growth in all sectors. The Foundation is funded by an endowment from Qalaa Holdings to grant academic scholarships for talented and promising young Egyptian men and women to pursue … [Read more...]
U.S. Embassy Panama: Promoting Democratic Institutions and Accountability in Panama
Deadline: 4 May 2018 The U.S. Embassy Panama is seeking applications from qualified Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Public International Organizations (PIOs), Educational Institutions and other qualified organizations for a grant to implement a program entitled “Promoting Democratic Institutions and Accountability in Panama.” Objectives Support for Panama’s Democratic Institutions: Support the efforts of Panamanian authorities to strengthen institutions and promote inclusion and … [Read more...]
U.S. Department of State, Bureau of INL: Supporting Moldovan Civil Society Criminal Justice Sector Oversight
Deadline: 20 April 2018 The United States Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, is seeking applications from qualified U.S. or overseas-based Non-profit/non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and other qualified organizations for a Grant to implement a program entitled “Engagement of Civil Society in Overseeing and Reporting Criminal Justice Sector Abuses”. The overall goal of this NOFO is to help the Government support the rule of law through an … [Read more...]
