In the third-quarter of 2011 grantmaking process, the McKnight Foundation awarded 86 grants amounting to $19,376,000. A total sum of $19.3 was approved, out of which $1 million was awarded to Nonprofit Finance Fund to support ArtPlace. The National Endowment for the Arts and seven federal agencies, … [Read more...] about McKnight approves over $19 million in third quarter of 2011, including $1 million to support creative placemaking
Archives for October 2011
REDD+ potential funds reach up to Rp270 trillion: CIFOR
According to a statement issued by the Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR), in the near future, advanced nations would be awarding funds reaching up to US$30 billion or Rp270 trillion annually, to developing counties, to support them implement the REDD+ program that deals with … [Read more...] about REDD+ potential funds reach up to Rp270 trillion: CIFOR
US Labor Department awards more than $21 million in Disability Employment Initiative funding to 7 states
On September 27, the U.S. Department of Labor announced funds amounting to $21,166,560 for seven states under the Disability Employment Initiative. The funds will not only help improve education and training, but also provide better employment opportunities for youth and adults who are unemployed, … [Read more...] about US Labor Department awards more than $21 million in Disability Employment Initiative funding to 7 states
Presbyterian Church in Canada to Receive over $1.5 million from Canadian Government
The Presbyterian Church in Canada's development and relief agency, Presbyterian World Service & Development (PWS&D), will receive grants worth over $1.5 million to help improve the health of women and children in developing countries. The announcement was made by the Prime Minister of … [Read more...] about Presbyterian Church in Canada to Receive over $1.5 million from Canadian Government
Call for Nominations – Opportunity Green OG25 Awards
Opportunity Green has invited proposals from innovative enterprises that are working to herald a bright future in their respective industries. This year, the competition will enter its third year. It is an open business competition where the most promising innovators, who aim to create a sustainable … [Read more...] about Call for Nominations – Opportunity Green OG25 Awards
E-book on Informal Justice and Security
The E-book entitled ‘Perspectives on Involving Non-State and Customary Actors in Justice and Security’ is a collection of dissertations and papers presented at the conference, “Access to Justice and Security: Non-state actors and the local dynamics of ordering.” The conference took place in … [Read more...] about E-book on Informal Justice and Security
CLPP and PopDev seeking proposals for 2012 Conference
The Civil Liberties and Public Policy (CLPP) in partnership with Population and Development (PopDev) programs is organizing the annual activist conference, From Abortion Rights to Social Justice: Building the Movement for Reproductive Freedom to be held from April 13-15, 2012, on the campus of … [Read more...] about CLPP and PopDev seeking proposals for 2012 Conference
Bat Conservation International invites proposals for 2012 Research Scholarship Program
Bat Conservation International (BCI) conducts and supports science-based conservation efforts around the world. Working with many partners and colleagues, these innovative programs combine research, education and direct conservation to ensure bats will be helping to maintain healthy environments and … [Read more...] about Bat Conservation International invites proposals for 2012 Research Scholarship Program
Instituto Sacatar, Brazil invites applications for UNESCO/Aschberg bursaries
Instituto Sacatar, Brazil is currently seeking applications under UNESCO/Aschberg bursaries for Artists Program for three bursaries that are to be awarded, in visual arts, creative writing (in any language) and music composition, for artists between the ages of 25 and 35, born and living in Africa, … [Read more...] about Instituto Sacatar, Brazil invites applications for UNESCO/Aschberg bursaries
Applications now open for 2012-2013 Irish Fulbright Program
The Fulbright Commission in Ireland is now accepting applications for the 2012-2013 scholarships program providing Irish students, scholars and professionals with the opportunity to study, lecture and research at top universities and institutions in the US. Applications are encouraged in all … [Read more...] about Applications now open for 2012-2013 Irish Fulbright Program
