The Blaustein Philanthropic Group comprises of four foundations founded by same group of family members. These foundations include the following:The Jacob and Hilda Blaustein Foundation which provides grants in the area of human rights and social justice, including those projects that strengthen … [Read more...] about Blaustein Philanthropic Group
Archives for 2009
Grassroots International
Grassroots International is an international development organization supporting movements and organizations in the United States and in other countries of the world. The organization provides grants to partner agencies in developing countries and the focus is on "land, water and food as human … [Read more...] about Grassroots International
Global Greengrants Fund
Global Greengrants Fund based in Colorado, United States has been providing grants to small grassroot organizations around the world on issues of poverty and environmental destruction. The Fund links between financial donors and the grassroot groups in different parts of the world. The Fund … [Read more...] about Global Greengrants Fund
Fund for Global Human Rights, The
The Fund for Global Human Rights equips grassroots activists across the globe with the financial and strategic support they need to improve lives, mobilize movements, and build a better future for their communities. Since 2002, the Fund has raised and invested over $100 million into the work of … [Read more...] about Fund for Global Human Rights, The
Film: Consumerism, Global Sustainability and Social Issues
The Story of Stuff has gained huge popularity in the west with more than 4 million viewers, but it still needs to gain momentum in developing countries about which it is most concerned. The Story of Stuff is a 20-minute film, produced in a "fast-paced, fact-filled look" throwing light upon … [Read more...] about Film: Consumerism, Global Sustainability and Social Issues
Fundraising for Women's Rights Organizations
The Global Fund for Women (GFW) has a 2007 update handbook providing information on fundraising to women's rights organizations. The handbook is entitled as Fundraising for Change:A Practical Guide for Women’s Rights Organizations. It begins with a positive note that money for promoting women's … [Read more...] about Fundraising for Women's Rights Organizations
GFW's Ket Lessons as Strategies for Women's Economic Empowerment
The Global Fund for Women (GFW) had organized the three-year Economic Opportunity Initiative to empower women worldwide so that they can gain economic independence. The implementation of the program opened new ideas and expressions that can serve as valuable lessons for other organizations involved … [Read more...] about GFW's Ket Lessons as Strategies for Women's Economic Empowerment
Gates Foundation Tracking its Grant Utilization
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation use an interesting graphic presentation to track the progress of their grant utilization under the Agriculture Development theme around the world. The Agriculture Development initiative of the Foundation supports small farmers with tools and opportunities so that … [Read more...] about Gates Foundation Tracking its Grant Utilization
USA PATRIOT Act and NGOs
The USA PATRIOT Act is actually an acronym which stands for "Uniting and Strengthening America by Providing Appropriate Tools Required to Intercept and Obstruct Terrorism Act of 2001" and it was enacted into law on 26 October 2001. While the Act provides sweeping powers to law enforcement agencies … [Read more...] about USA PATRIOT Act and NGOs
Starbucks Social Entrepreneurs Fund
The Starbucks Social Entrepreneurs Fund provides grants to organizations working for youths in the US and around the world. Organizations that provide training to young people so that they can develop necessary skills and knowledge, develop leadership skills among young social entrepreneurs and … [Read more...] about Starbucks Social Entrepreneurs Fund
