Request for Application (RFA):Higher Education Solutions Network(USAID)

Deadline-March 22, 2012

United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is taking a new approach to solving major development challenges. By partnering with universities and research institutions, both in the United States and abroad, USAID will create and leverage a virtual network of experts who are focused on solving distinct global . . . → Read More: Request for Application (RFA):Higher Education Solutions Network(USAID)

USAID Request for Concept Papers from Disabled People’s Organizations (USAID/Georgia)

Deadline-February 24, 2012

Countries/Region- Georgia

The United States Government, represented by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking Concept Papers from Georgian entities, such as private, nonprofit organizations, including private voluntary organizations, universities, research organizations, professional associations, and relevant special interest associations for funding to support . . . → Read More: USAID Request for Concept Papers from Disabled People’s Organizations (USAID/Georgia)

Request for Applications – Agro-Inputs Project Bangladesh (USAID/Bangladesh)

Deadline- March 20,2012

Countries/Region- Bangladesh

The United States Agency For International Development in Bangladesh(USAID/Bangladesh) is seeking application for a cooperative agreement from qualified US and non- US organizations to implement USAID’s Agro-Inputs Projects in Bangladesh. The authority for this RFA is found the Forieghn Assistance Act of 1961, as . . . → Read More: Request for Applications – Agro-Inputs Project Bangladesh (USAID/Bangladesh)

How to identify NGO Funding Opportunities among Bilateral Agencies-7

The Department for International Development (DFID) rebranded in 2009 as UKaid is the official bilateral development assistance agency of the UK Government. It has a range of funding opportunities for international as well as local NGOs in developing countries.

DFID announces several global opportunities to provide grants to civil society organizations . . . → Read More: How to identify NGO Funding Opportunities among Bilateral Agencies-7

Grant for Democracy and Human Rights Projects

The May 18 Memorial Foundation has announced the grant opportunity for the democracy and human rights projects for 2012. Through the GDHRPO (Grant for Democracy and Human Rights Projects in Overseas), the Foundation supports work that contributes to promoting democracy and human rights and to building international solidarity. The grant will be awarded . . . → Read More: Grant for Democracy and Human Rights Projects

Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG)

Deadline: May 31, 2011

Countries/Region:U.S.

With the mission of “Helping People Help the Land,” the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) provides products and services that enable people to be good stewards of the Nation’s soil, water, and related natural resources on non-Federal lands. With our help, people are better . . . → Read More: Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG)

Open Society Initiative for West Africa 2012- CALL FOR PROPOSALS

Deadline: February 27th, 2012

Countries/Region: Benin, Cote d’Ivoire, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal and Sierra Leone.

The Open Society Foundations work to build vibrant and tolerant democracies whose governments are accountable to their citizens. To achieve this mission, the Foundations seek to shape public policies that assure greater . . . → Read More: Open Society Initiative for West Africa 2012- CALL FOR PROPOSALS

Development Food Aid Programs for Haiti -USAID

Deadline: Apr 19, 2012

Countries/Region: Haiti

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Office of Food for Peace (FFP), is seeking applications (proposals for funding) from private voluntary organizations or cooperatives that are, to the extent practicable, registered with the USAID Administrator, or intergovernmental organizations for Title II . . . → Read More: Development Food Aid Programs for Haiti -USAID

USAID-Health Strategic Information (SI)-Mozambique

Deadline: March 1, 2012

Coutries/regions: Mozambique

USAID/Mozambique anticipates making multiple awards(Fixed Obligation Grants based on milestones or Cooperative Agreements (hereafter called agreements) to fund applications submitted in response to this APS. USAID reserves the right to fund any or none of the applications submitted. However, the number of agreements . . . → Read More: USAID-Health Strategic Information (SI)-Mozambique

UNESCAP 7th Round of Funding: Deadline: 25 January 2012

The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) is calling for project proposals to support the implementation of the objective of the Fund to build and enhance tsunami, disaster and climate preparedness capacities for early warning for coastal hazards. The purpose of the Fund is to contribute to . . . → Read More: UNESCAP 7th Round of Funding: Deadline: 25 January 2012

Foundation Ensemble’s Small Grants Fund

The Small Grants Fund of Foundation Ensemble represents 15% of the total annual endowment and it is intended to support actions implemented and led by small organizations.

Unlike the Foundation’s Programme Fund, the Small Grants are available for organizations from any part of the world.

The maximum amount of money that will be allocated per . . . → Read More: Foundation Ensemble’s Small Grants Fund

Call for Proposals for Bloomberg Initiative’s Tobacco Control Grants

The Bloomberg Initiative to Reduce Tobacco Use Grants Program is seeking proposals on projects to reduce tobacco use . . . → Read More: Call for Proposals for Bloomberg Initiative’s Tobacco Control Grants

Document on how to identify, locate and approach Funders

A document providing tips on how to identify and find funders has been made available by The Resource Alliance. The document aims to help individuals and organizations find funders for their humanitarian projects. It provides comprehensive information and guidelines on how to research and approach donors.

The document presents guidelines for . . . → Read More: Document on how to identify, locate and approach Funders

Skoll Awards: Core Grant Support and Noncash Award

The Skoll Foundation has announced the opening of the 2013 application process for the Skoll Awards for Social Entrepreneurship given out each year to select social entrepreneurs who are solving the world’s most pressing problems. The award gives a core support grant to the organization over a period of three years in addition . . . → Read More: Skoll Awards: Core Grant Support and Noncash Award

Tips to start Local Fundraising

 A document providing useful tips on how to start local fundraising has been written by Michael Norton, founder of the Directory of Social Change, and the Centre for Innovation in Voluntary Action. The document aims to provide guidelines and tips to social workers who wish to start raising funds for their organizations.

. . . → Read More: Tips to start Local Fundraising

Instructions to Write a Proposal

A document providing instructions on how to write a proposal has been published. The document is an extract from the Worldwide Fundraisers Handbook 2nd edition (2003) by Michael Norton in association with The Resource Alliance. It not only highlights the importance of writing a proposal by the fundraiser, but also provides valuable tips . . . → Read More: Instructions to Write a Proposal

An Overview of Monitoring and Evaluation Techniques

A document presenting a critical overview of various monitoring and evaluating strategies was published by the Association for Women’s Rights in Development (AWID), in December 2010. The document is authored by Srilatha Batliwala and Alexandra Pittman. The document critically analyses various M& E techniques used worldwide, aiming to help women’s rights organizations and . . . → Read More: An Overview of Monitoring and Evaluation Techniques

AusAid seeks Proposals from Australian and International NGOs for Community-based Climate Change Action Grants

AusAid is currently inviting proposals from Australian and international NGOs for the community-based climate change action grants, a funding scheme for NGOs to develop and implement community-based climate change responses in one or more Pacific Island countries or in a single country in South East Asia. Grant proposals can be submitted under any . . . → Read More: AusAid seeks Proposals from Australian and International NGOs for Community-based Climate Change Action Grants

The Young Feminist Fund seeks Grant Proposals for Advancing Women Human Right

The Young Feminist Fund (FRIDA) is currently seeking grant proposals from groups led by young women and transgender youths committed to advancing human rights of women across the world. FRIDA works with a mission to strengthen the participation of young feminist activists globally. It offers strategic and responsive funding for young feminist-led initiatives . . . → Read More: The Young Feminist Fund seeks Grant Proposals for Advancing Women Human Right

DRL seeks Proposals for Projects to Strengthen Democracy in Guinea, Nigeria, Ghana, Equatorial Guinea, Cote d’Ivoire, and Zambia

 

The State Department’s Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) has issued a request for proposals from eligible organizations for projects that would strengthen democracy in Guinea, Nigeria, Ghana, Equatorial Guinea, Cote d’Ivoire, and Zambia. The main objective for implementing the program is to improve human rights conditions, fight . . . → Read More: DRL seeks Proposals for Projects to Strengthen Democracy in Guinea, Nigeria, Ghana, Equatorial Guinea, Cote d’Ivoire, and Zambia

Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights seeks Applications for the Mandate of Independent Expert on the Situation of Human Rights in Sudan

 

Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, under the guidance of Human Rights Council (HRC), is currently inviting applications for the special mandate of independent expert on the situation of human rights in Sudan. The HRC is dedicated towards promotion and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms as . . . → Read More: Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights seeks Applications for the Mandate of Independent Expert on the Situation of Human Rights in Sudan

AusAid seeks Proposals for Community-based Climate Change Action Grants

AusAid is currently inviting proposals from Australian and international NGOs for the community-based climate change action grants . . . → Read More: AusAid seeks Proposals for Community-based Climate Change Action Grants

Commonwealth Foundation Call For Proposals to create an e-learning Course on Civic Education

The Commonwealth Foundation is currently inviting proposals from organizations with expertise in e-learning and adult education . . . → Read More: Commonwealth Foundation Call For Proposals to create an e-learning Course on Civic Education

OSF Arab Regional Office Invites Unsolicited Funding Proposals for Small Grants under its Focus Areas

The Open Society Foundations (OSF) Arab Regional Office beginning November 16, 2011 is accepting unsolicited grant proposal outlines, or concept notes, on a rolling basis that will continue throughout the year. . . . → Read More: OSF Arab Regional Office Invites Unsolicited Funding Proposals for Small Grants under its Focus Areas

MacArthur Foundation seeks Applications from Art Organizations for the MacArthur Arts & Culture Loan Fund

MacArthur Foundation invites applications from art organizations for funds to be offered by the MacArthur Arts & Culture Loan Fund. . . . → Read More: MacArthur Foundation seeks Applications from Art Organizations for the MacArthur Arts & Culture Loan Fund

Proposals invited for the Next Funding Cycle by the National Endowment for Democracy

NED encourages applications for financial support from activist organizations in diverse situations, such as transitional countries . . . → Read More: Proposals invited for the Next Funding Cycle by the National Endowment for Democracy

Proposals invited for the Next Funding Cycle by the National Endowment for Democracy

NED is currently seeking grant proposals from eligible organizations to be considered during the next board meeting scheduled to be held on March 30, 2012. . . . → Read More: Proposals invited for the Next Funding Cycle by the National Endowment for Democracy

Inter-American Development Bank seeks Innovative Proposals to Support Communities and Vulnerable Groups

IDB is currently inviting innovative proposals from civil society organizations legally established in one of the IDB’s 26 borrowing member countries. . . . → Read More: Inter-American Development Bank seeks Innovative Proposals to Support Communities and Vulnerable Groups

Open Society Foundations and Echoing Green seek Applications for the Black Male Achievement Fellowship Program

The Open Society Foundations in partnership with Echoing Green is seeking applications for the newly launched Black Male Achievement (BMA) Fellowship program. . . . → Read More: Open Society Foundations and Echoing Green seek Applications for the Black Male Achievement Fellowship Program

Reed Elsevier Environmental Challenge

Reed Elsevier has launched the Reed Elsevier Environmental Challenge for individuals or organizations operating in the not-for-profit and for-profit sectors. . . . → Read More: Reed Elsevier Environmental Challenge

GSBI™ Program for social entrepreneurs to enable their organizations become financially sustainable

The Santa Clara University’s Center for Science, Technology and Society has opened the application process from 6 December onwards for the Global Social Benefit Incubator (GSBI™) program which gives an opportunity to socially-minded entrepreneurs to build sustainable, scalable organizations that solve problems for people living in poverty around the world. . . . → Read More: GSBI™ Program for social entrepreneurs to enable their organizations become financially sustainable

King Baudouin African Development Prize 2012-2013

The King Baudouin Foundation has announced the King Baudouin African Development Prize 2012-2013 for individuals or organizations making outstanding contribution to development in Africa. . . . → Read More: King Baudouin African Development Prize 2012-2013

2012 Red Ribbon Award: $10,000 grant opportunity for grassroots NGOs

The Red Ribbon Award seeks to recognize and provide grants of $10,000 to community-based organizations. . . . → Read More: 2012 Red Ribbon Award: $10,000 grant opportunity for grassroots NGOs

AmfAR’s MSM Initiative Launches New Fundraising Toolkit for HIV-Related Projects Serving MSM

MSM Initiative, a program of amfAR, has launched a new fundraising toolkit for HIV-Related Community-Based programs . . . → Read More: AmfAR’s MSM Initiative Launches New Fundraising Toolkit for HIV-Related Projects Serving MSM

UN Women’s Call for Proposals for the UN Trust Fund

UN Women has announced the availability of grant support to NGOs under the the United Nations Trust Fund to End Violence against Women. . . . → Read More: UN Women’s Call for Proposals for the UN Trust Fund

The Open Society Foundations Arab Regional Office seeks Grant Proposal for Projects

The Open Society Foundations Arab Regional Office is accepting unsolicited grant proposal outlines, or concept notes, for the projects falling within the focus areas . . . → Read More: The Open Society Foundations Arab Regional Office seeks Grant Proposal for Projects

USAID invites Private Voluntary Organizations and Cooperatives to implement Food for Peace Programs in Guatemala, Niger and Uganda

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Office of Food for Peace (FFP), is seeking applications (proposals for funding) from private voluntary organizations or cooperative . . . → Read More: USAID invites Private Voluntary Organizations and Cooperatives to implement Food for Peace Programs in Guatemala, Niger and Uganda

AAUW invites Applications from eligible individuals/ NPOs from US for Community Action Grants Program

The Community Action Grants program is an initiative of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) offering funds to programs for addressing issues related to the needs of women and girls. . . . → Read More: AAUW invites Applications from eligible individuals/ NPOs from US for Community Action Grants Program

The United Nations Democracy Fund: Sixth Round of Funding for NGOs

The United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF) is now open to accepting project proposals for its Sixth Round of Funding from NGOs. . . . → Read More: The United Nations Democracy Fund: Sixth Round of Funding for NGOs

A Guide for NGOs to apply for the United Nations Democracy Fund

The United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF) is an excellent opportunity for local NGOs to apply for funding support. . . . → Read More: A Guide for NGOs to apply for the United Nations Democracy Fund

Project Activities: United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF)

Example project activities that can be proposed under the United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF):

Strengthening of Civil Society: Training and capacity building of civil society organizations such as NGOs, academic institutions, policy research centers, citizen groups, women’s associations, youth bodies and other people’s networks, including those existing at the grassroots level. . . . → Read More: Project Activities: United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF)

Kleiwerks International invites Participation Proposals for Women of the Americas Sustainability Initiative Training Program

Kleiwerks International Initiative aims at supporting women and creating a socially and ecologically resilient world. . . . → Read More: Kleiwerks International invites Participation Proposals for Women of the Americas Sustainability Initiative Training Program

Guide to Connect Development and Funding Organizations

This guide is beneficial for the development organizations around the world, as it relays a list of directories and Websites that provide information about International donors. . . . → Read More: Guide to Connect Development and Funding Organizations

Trainer Manual to Conduct a Course for Resource Mobilization

The trainer manual entitled ‘Towards Financial Self-Reliance: A Handbook on Resource Mobilization for Civil Society Organizations in the South’ was developed for trainers and facilitators . . . → Read More: Trainer Manual to Conduct a Course for Resource Mobilization

Manual for Raising Funds by Small NGOs

The manual focuses on the problems faced by small NGOs/ charities, while raising funds for their development projects. . . . → Read More: Manual for Raising Funds by Small NGOs

Brief prepared for Resource Mobilization

The brief is prepared from the perspective of a funder, and aims at providing useful and practical tips to organizations . . . → Read More: Brief prepared for Resource Mobilization

Report: Importance and Need of International Funding

‘International Fundraising: Now More Important Than Ever?’ is a report displaying the results of a small-scale survey that was conducted to gauge the importance of International funding for the NGOs . . . → Read More: Report: Importance and Need of International Funding

Toolkit for Mobilizing Resources for HIV/AIDS Workers

The toolkit is developed to help people and organizations that promote and support NGOs or CBOs. . . . → Read More: Toolkit for Mobilizing Resources for HIV/AIDS Workers

Guide on Fundraising for Animal Protection

A document on effective fundraising by NGOs working for animal protection is developed by Animal Protection Society Management. . . . → Read More: Guide on Fundraising for Animal Protection

Guide: Fundraising for the Cause of Animals

A guide on fundraising for the cause of animals aims to direct NGOs and individual workers who are engaged in productive work related to protection of animals. . . . → Read More: Guide: Fundraising for the Cause of Animals

Applications invited for the Innovation Window of the Global Poverty Action Fund

The Global Poverty Action Fund (GPAF) was established to provide financial aid to programs that focus on alleviating poverty and achieving the Millennium Development Goals. . . . → Read More: Applications invited for the Innovation Window of the Global Poverty Action Fund

Application for Pre-qualification for the Rapid Response Facility

DFID invites applications from organizations to pre-qualify for the Rapid Response Facility (RRF). The pre-qualification ensures that during an emergency, it will have partners that will be committed to provide quality service. . . . → Read More: Application for Pre-qualification for the Rapid Response Facility

A Practical Guide released for NGOs accompanying Children in CRC Reporting

NGO Group for the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) recently published a guide entitled “Together with children – for children: A guide for non-governmental organizations accompanying children in CRC reporting”. . . . → Read More: A Practical Guide released for NGOs accompanying Children in CRC Reporting

Australia-India Council seeks Grant Applications from Projects Promoting Cooperation between the Two Countries

The Australia-India Council (AIC) is currently grant applications from individuals and organizations in Australia for projects that are aimed at promoting long-term contact and cooperation between Australia and India. . . . → Read More: Australia-India Council seeks Grant Applications from Projects Promoting Cooperation between the Two Countries

UN Voluntary Trust Fund for Victims of Human Trafficking in its First Year grants $300,000 to 12 Projects

A newly launched UN fund has collectively awarded $300,000 to organizations in 12 countries from around the world that are engaged in helping victims of human trafficking seek justice, return home and otherwise recover from their ordeal. . . . → Read More: UN Voluntary Trust Fund for Victims of Human Trafficking in its First Year grants $300,000 to 12 Projects

USAID Funding Opportunity to support Systems of Family Cohesion and prevent Separation of Children in the Democratic Republic of Congo

USAID, East Africa is seeking applications from qualified U.S. and non U.S. organizations and institutions, in the form of partnerships or consortia that include DRC organizations . . . → Read More: USAID Funding Opportunity to support Systems of Family Cohesion and prevent Separation of Children in the Democratic Republic of Congo

Starbucks Foundation Funding Opportunity for Youth Focused Organizations

The Starbucks Foundation is interested in supporting organizations that provide young people a continuum of services in developing creative approaches to address pressing concerns in their communities. . . . → Read More: Starbucks Foundation Funding Opportunity for Youth Focused Organizations

GHI, Washington seeks Papers to attend the Workshop “Adolescent Ambassadors: 20th Century Youth Organizations and International Relations”

The German Historical Institute (GHI) in Washington DC is seeking contributions to attend the workshop entitled Adolescent Ambassadors: 20th Century Youth Organizations and International Relations to be held during March 23 – 24, 2012. . . . → Read More: GHI, Washington seeks Papers to attend the Workshop “Adolescent Ambassadors: 20th Century Youth Organizations and International Relations”

$2.8m allocated by the World Bank to the BDS Fund

This year, funds worth $2.8 million are granted by the World Bank, to the Business Development Service Fund (BDS). The amount will be distributed between the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) that will receive $1.5 million, and the Renewable Energy Sector under the Ghana Energy Development and Access Project (GEDAP), which will receive $1.3 million. . . . → Read More: $2.8m allocated by the World Bank to the BDS Fund

Verizon Foundation awards $15,000 to Domestic Violence Group

The Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence (GCADV) received funds worth $15,000 from the Verizon Foundation. GCADV has its headquarters in Decatur. . . . → Read More: Verizon Foundation awards $15,000 to Domestic Violence Group

Call for Research Proposals – Varieties of Governance: Effective Public Service Delivery in Senegal and Burkina Faso

The Partnership for African Social and Governance Research (PASGR) in partnership with the Global Development Network (GDN) is seeking proposals from eligible research organizations in Senegal and Burkina Faso on a project entitled “Varieties of Governance: Effective Public Service Delivery in Basic Education, Water and Roads”. . . . → Read More: Call for Research Proposals – Varieties of Governance: Effective Public Service Delivery in Senegal and Burkina Faso

EC Call for Proposals to implement Prison Reforms in the Kyrgyz Republic

European Commission has issued a restricted call for proposals seeking concept notes at first stage from eligible organizations with the purpose of implementing prison reform and humanized criminal code in the Kyrgyz Republic. . . . → Read More: EC Call for Proposals to implement Prison Reforms in the Kyrgyz Republic

US Department of State Funding Opportunity to combat trafficking in persons

US Department of State’s Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons has announced an open competition for fiscal year 2012 funding of projects to combat trafficking in persons outside the United States. . . . → Read More: US Department of State Funding Opportunity to combat trafficking in persons

Opportunity for NGOs around the World to register for ECOSOC Consultative Status with the UN

NGO Branch at the United Nations Department of Economic Affairs invites non-governmental organizations around the world to register for the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) consultative status providing them the opportunity to take part in formal UN deliberations. . . . → Read More: Opportunity for NGOs around the World to register for ECOSOC Consultative Status with the UN

CAIP funded by USAID invites CSO’s in Kosovo for Grants to improve the Lives of Non-Majority Communities

The Community Action Initiative Program (CAIP) is currently seeking application from civil society organizations registered in Kosovo aimed at improving the lives of communities. . . . → Read More: CAIP funded by USAID invites CSO’s in Kosovo for Grants to improve the Lives of Non-Majority Communities

Open Society Foundations grants opportunity to address the situation of women and girls

Open Society Foundations under the International Women’s Program and the Disability Rights Initiative has issued a call for proposals from eligible organizations aimed at addressing the situation of women and girls with disabilities. . . . → Read More: Open Society Foundations grants opportunity to address the situation of women and girls

DFID’s Rights and Voice Initiative Grants to promote Empowerment and Advocacy to support Poor People’s Rights in Ghana

Department for International Development (DFID) funded the Rights and Voice Initiative (RAVI) in Ghana promotes increased support for mobilization and advocacy to improve demand for effective resource allocation, quality services and the protection of rights. . . . → Read More: DFID’s Rights and Voice Initiative Grants to promote Empowerment and Advocacy to support Poor People’s Rights in Ghana

InterAction invites Workshop Proposals for the 2012 Forum to be held in Crystal City, Virginia

InterAction, the largest alliance of U.S.-based international nongovernmental organizations, has issued a call seeking workshop proposals from interested parties for the 2012 Forum. . . . → Read More: InterAction invites Workshop Proposals for the 2012 Forum to be held in Crystal City, Virginia

Gruber Prize to Israeli Social Justice Group

This year’s Gruber Justice Prize is awarded to the Association for Civil Rights (ACRI) in Israel. Thw award will be received by Libby Lenkinski Friedlander, director of international relations for the organization, along with the representatives of four other social justice organizations. . . . → Read More: Gruber Prize to Israeli Social Justice Group

Worldwide Initiatives for Grantmaker Support seeks Nominations for the Upcoming Board Elections

Worldwide Initiatives for Grantmaker Support (WINGS) is seeking nominations for the upcoming Board elections. The nominees WINGS is looking for are expected to be experienced, committed and skilled individuals to lead it into the future. . . . → Read More: Worldwide Initiatives for Grantmaker Support seeks Nominations for the Upcoming Board Elections

MEPI Funding Opportunity under U.S. Govt’s Local Grants Program

The Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI) of the U.S. Department of State on October 1, 2011 has issued an annual program statement for funding . . . . → Read More: MEPI Funding Opportunity under U.S. Govt’s Local Grants Program

Equitas invites Human Rights Workers and Educators to attend the 33rd International Training Program in Montreal, Canada

Equitas is currently seeking applications from organizations around the world to nominate eligible candidates to attend the 33rd annual International Human Rights Training Program (IHRTP). This three week training program to be held during June 3 – June 22, 2012 in Montreal, Canada. . . . → Read More: Equitas invites Human Rights Workers and Educators to attend the 33rd International Training Program in Montreal, Canada

Nominations invited for the 2012 Asian Human Capital Award

Nominations are now open for the Asian Human Capital Award inviting entries from all organizations with operations in Asia. The award is aimed at honoring innovative and impactful people practices adopted by Asia-based organizations. . . . → Read More: Nominations invited for the 2012 Asian Human Capital Award

Global Partnerships lends $2.5M to two Colombian MFIs

A loan of $2.5 million is extended to two Colombian MFIs, by Social Investor Global Partnerships. The two MFISs receiving the loan are Fundación Amanecer and Contactar. Global Partnerships’ Social Investment Fund 2010 (SIF 2010), which is a five-year, $25 million debt fund, has provided the loan.

The first loan of . . . → Read More: Global Partnerships lends $2.5M to two Colombian MFIs

Call for Applications: FASTpitch Social Innovation Expo

A call for participation in the second annual Greater Phoenix Fast Pitch Social Innovation Expo is made by Social Venture Partners Arizona. The Expo is designed to honor valley nonprofits that have been involved in significant social-work, within Phoenix. . . . → Read More: Call for Applications: FASTpitch Social Innovation Expo

AMSHeR seeks applications for scholarships to attend “Sexual Health and Rights Institute” and “MSM pre-conference”

The African Men for Sexual Health and Rights (AMSHeR) with the purpose of increasing the attention and visibility on MSM/LGBTI and HIV related issues is organizing a set of activities. . . . → Read More: AMSHeR seeks applications for scholarships to attend “Sexual Health and Rights Institute” and “MSM pre-conference”

CEC India seeks papers to attend the International Convention on Virtual Education: Issues, Challenges, and Prospects

CEC is organizing an International convention on 24th & 25th February, 2012 in New Delhi. . . . → Read More: CEC India seeks papers to attend the International Convention on Virtual Education: Issues, Challenges, and Prospects

Western Cape Department of Social Development invites Funding Proposals from Non-Profits to render Certain Services on its Behalf

The Western Cape Department of Social Development has issued call for funding applications. . . . → Read More: Western Cape Department of Social Development invites Funding Proposals from Non-Profits to render Certain Services on its Behalf

USAID funding opportunity for Innovations in Gender Equality to promote Household Food Security Program

USAID has issued an Annual Program Statement (APS) seeking innovative ideas in the form of concept notes. . . . → Read More: USAID funding opportunity for Innovations in Gender Equality to promote Household Food Security Program

UNESCO seeks nominations for UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize 2012

Nominations are invited by UNESCO, for next year’s UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize. . . . → Read More: UNESCO seeks nominations for UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize 2012

Human Rights Small Grants Call for Proposals in Armenia

The goal of this program is to support Armenian civil society organizations in conducting projects aimed at protecting and promoting human rights. . . . → Read More: Human Rights Small Grants Call for Proposals in Armenia

Child Rights Stakeholders in Nepal Make a Manual to Assist in Child Protection

Child rights stakeholders in Nepal have created a manual to assist childcare organizations in child protection . . . → Read More: Child Rights Stakeholders in Nepal Make a Manual to Assist in Child Protection

Slavery Fund Exhausted — U.N. Calls for Donations

An appeal to donate to the U.N. Voluntary Fund on Contemporary Forms of Slavery has been made by the U.N. . . . → Read More: Slavery Fund Exhausted — U.N. Calls for Donations

Echoing Green’s 2012 Fellowship Program to start accepting applications from excellent Social Entrepreneurs

Beginning December 5, 2011, Echoing Green will start accepting applications for the 2012 fellowship program from eligible emerging social entrepreneurs. . . . → Read More: Echoing Green’s 2012 Fellowship Program to start accepting applications from excellent Social Entrepreneurs

The Water Digest Seeks Nominations from Indian Companies and Organizations for Water Awards 2011-12

Water Digest Water Awards (WDWA) is an initiative of the Water Digest to recognize outstanding environmental achievements. . . . → Read More: The Water Digest Seeks Nominations from Indian Companies and Organizations for Water Awards 2011-12

Status of Women Canada Seeks Grant Proposals in Canada

Status of Women Canada is currently seeking proposals from organizations for funding to carry out projects. . . . → Read More: Status of Women Canada Seeks Grant Proposals in Canada

OHCHR seeks applications to attend the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues and Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples

OHCHR has issued a call for submission of applications to attend to attend the 11th Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues. . . . → Read More: OHCHR seeks applications to attend the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues and Expert Mechanism on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples

EPA Invites Nominations for Climate Leadership Awards

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in association with three other NGOs, is inviting nominations. . . . → Read More: EPA Invites Nominations for Climate Leadership Awards

USAID funding opportunity under the Mozambique Media Strengthening Program

The USAID has issued a request for applications for the Mozambique Media Strengthening Program. . . . → Read More: USAID funding opportunity under the Mozambique Media Strengthening Program

US grant to five NGOs working with the disabled in war-torn Sri Lanka

A grant of 3 million rupees will be given to five local organizations of Sri Lanka, by The United States Agency for International Development (USAID). . . . → Read More: US grant to five NGOs working with the disabled in war-torn Sri Lanka

IntelliClear Selects CHOICE Humanitarian as Its Latest Clarity Trust Recipient

This year CHOICE Humanitarian will be the latest recipient of the annual Clarity Trust donation, funded by IntelliClear. . . . → Read More: IntelliClear Selects CHOICE Humanitarian as Its Latest Clarity Trust Recipient

Honour The Earth Seeks Grant Proposals for the Building Resilience in Indigenous Communities Initiative

Founded in 1993, Honor the Earth is a Native-led organization and a unique national initiative that works to break the geographic and political isolation of Native communities.

Honour the Earth is currently seeking grant proposals for the Building Resilience in Indigenous Communities Initiative under the Native Communities Program 2011.

. . . → Read More: Honour The Earth Seeks Grant Proposals for the Building Resilience in Indigenous Communities Initiative

Atlas Corps Seeks Proposals from Organizations in the US to Host Nonprofit Leaders from Overseas

Atlas Corps is currently inviting proposals from organizations in the US to Host Nonprofit Leaders from Overseas. . . . → Read More: Atlas Corps Seeks Proposals from Organizations in the US to Host Nonprofit Leaders from Overseas

Live Chat: How International Charities can raise funds in the US

Date: Friday September 30, 2011 Time: 12:00PM EDT

“How can I raise funds for my charitable project overseas?” We get this question a lot from foreign and U.S.-based nonprofits alike. Since most U.S. grantmakers prefer to give domestically, competition is often greater for international grants. For some groups, other fundraising methods may be . . . → Read More: Live Chat: How International Charities can raise funds in the US

Sida’s International Training Programme on Efficient Energy Use and Planning

The Swedish International Development Agency’s (Sida) International Training Programme on Efficient Energy Use and Planning is intended for decision makers, planners, trainers, managers and specialists qualified to participate in reform processes of strategic importance for the energy sector in the country. The candidate should hold a position with mandate to initiate and implement . . . → Read More: Sida’s International Training Programme on Efficient Energy Use and Planning

Download the “Employee Manual”: Sample Policies for Managing Staff in NGOs

As NGOs employ staff, they are required to maintain administrative policies for their management. Such policies not only contribute towards effective governance but also open up opportunities of support from different funding organizations. However, organizations in developing countries fail to keep such policies either because they think they are not useful or they . . . → Read More: Download the “Employee Manual”: Sample Policies for Managing Staff in NGOs

USAID invites grant applications from Peruvian local organizations to promote a culture of ethical behavior and civic responsibility among youth, teachers and parents

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has issued a request for applications seeking proposals from eligible Peruvian local organizations (nongovernmental) for funding to support a program entitled Ethical Schools.

Purpose

Effectively tackling illicit activities in Peru, like corruption, illegal use of natural resources, and coca cultivation, involves efforts on . . . → Read More: USAID invites grant applications from Peruvian local organizations to promote a culture of ethical behavior and civic responsibility among youth, teachers and parents

USAID grants $1.2million to Iraqi organizations under the first round of Access to Justice Program

In a program recently convened by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Baghdad, attended by program partners, the official aid agency of the US government announced the award of first round of grants under Iraq Access to Justice Program.

The meeting was attended by the representatives from the . . . → Read More: USAID grants $1.2million to Iraqi organizations under the first round of Access to Justice Program

EarthCorps invites international environmental organizations and non-US citizens to join its international program for environmental restoration

EarthCorps is a non-profit organization dedicated towards making a global community through local environmental service. EarthCorps offers intensive programs for young people to teach them the best practices in conservation techniques and develop skills in enthusiastic volunteers.

EarthCorps is currently inviting international groups and non-US citizens to join the 6-month international . . . → Read More: EarthCorps invites international environmental organizations and non-US citizens to join its international program for environmental restoration

infoDev Seeks Expressions of Interest from Organizations for Establishing a Climate Innovation Center in Kenya

infoDev, a program started by World Bank in association with DANIDA and UKAid, is currently seeking expressions of interest (EOI) from interested organizations for establishing and operating a Climate Innovation Center (CIC) in Kenya. The main objective behind establishing this CIC is to provide a country-driven approach to climate change and support the . . . → Read More: infoDev Seeks Expressions of Interest from Organizations for Establishing a Climate Innovation Center in Kenya

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