The Hellman/Hammett Grant is for writers, but even human rights activists who have been writing on issues and face the threat of persecution can also apply. “The grants are made possible by the estate of the American playwright Lillian Hellman with funds set up in her name and that of her long-time … [Read more...] about Funding for Human Rights Activists/Writers under the Hellman/Hammett Grant
Archives for October 2009
Emergency Fund for Human Rights Activists in Near East and South Asia through US Nonprofits
The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) at the US Department of State has issued a request for proposals for US-based nonprofits for disbursing “small, short-term emergency financial support to human rights defenders and advocates of human rights globally or regionally when the … [Read more...] about Emergency Fund for Human Rights Activists in Near East and South Asia through US Nonprofits
Tips to Write a Funding Proposal to seek Grants for Projects on Alleviating the Poverty of Indigenous Communities
Recently, there have been many call for grant proposals and funding opportunities for NGOs working or planning to work with indigenous communities, including women around the world. This reflects the high priority attached towards the development of policies and programmes aimed at promotion of the … [Read more...] about Tips to Write a Funding Proposal to seek Grants for Projects on Alleviating the Poverty of Indigenous Communities
Guidelines for NGOs applying Funding from PRM
Continued from Previous Page 2. NGOs should demonstrate that they would apply Minimum Humanitarian Standards while implementing projects. Minimum Humanitarian Standards in emergency projects like disaster responses can be according to the Sphere Handbook. But for other types of projects, these … [Read more...] about Guidelines for NGOs applying Funding from PRM
What do NGOs ‘need’ to apply for the Funding Support from the US Government’s Bureau of Population, Refugee and Migration?
The Bureau of Population, Refugee and Migration (PRM) at the United States Department of State has recently issued general guidelines, referred to as ‘FY 2010 General NGO Guidelines for Overseas Assistance,’ for NGOs applying and responding to various funding announcements to be released in the year … [Read more...] about What do NGOs ‘need’ to apply for the Funding Support from the US Government’s Bureau of Population, Refugee and Migration?
NGOs working with Indigenous Women can apply for the Indigenous Women’s Fund
The International Indigenous Women’s Forum (IIWF) or FIMI (Foro Internacional de Mujeres Indigenas) in strong support of empowering indigenous women around the world has announced its first call for proposals under the Indigenous Women’s Fund. The areas prioritized under this grant are educational … [Read more...] about NGOs working with Indigenous Women can apply for the Indigenous Women’s Fund
Inter-American Foundation’s Grant Program for Grassroots NGOs in Latin America and the Caribbean
The United States Government’s Inter-American Foundation (IAF) is an independent agency that provides financial support to programs that foster self-help in a sustainable, innovative and participatory manner implemented by NGOs and CBOs in Latin America and the Caribbean. “The IAF primarily funds … [Read more...] about Inter-American Foundation’s Grant Program for Grassroots NGOs in Latin America and the Caribbean
Funding from STARS Foundation, UK’s IHLEFS, LEVE, WSF…20 Oct 2009 Newsletter: Fundsforngos.org
The STARS Foundation’s STARS Impact Awards for NGOs working with Children Deadline: 19 January 2010 Africa, the Middle East, South Asia, South East and East Asia The STARS Impact Awards has awards in three categories of health, education and protection for NGOs which are working in these areas … [Read more...] about Funding from STARS Foundation, UK’s IHLEFS, LEVE, WSF…20 Oct 2009 Newsletter: Fundsforngos.org
17 October 2009 – Newsletter: Fundsforngos.org
King Baudouin International Development Prize for Organizations and Individuals in Developing Countries Deadline: 1 February 2010 Developing Countries This prestigious prize from the King Baudouin Foundation gives international recognition to organizations or individuals with an award of €150,000 … [Read more...] about 17 October 2009 – Newsletter: Fundsforngos.org
14 October 2009 – Newsletter: Fundsforngos.org
Atlas Service Corps’ Fellowship Opportunity for NGOs Deadline: 10 November 2009 All Countries The international nonprofit, Atlas Service Corps is inviting applications from NGO leaders for its fellowship opportunity which includes placement for 50 weeks in US or Columbia in addition to other … [Read more...] about 14 October 2009 – Newsletter: Fundsforngos.org
