The Polio Research Committee (PRC) is currently soliciting research proposals to support the implementation and evaluation of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) Strategic Plan 2010-2012, with particular focus on the following topics: Operational research Operational research … [Read more...] about The Polio Research Committee seeks research proposals to support the implementation and evaluation of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative
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GCAP seeks input contributions from civil society for the annual World We Want Report
The Global Call to Action Against Poverty (GCAP) is seeking contributions from the civil society in the form of inputs to prepare an annual World We Want Report which will be launched on the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. This way GCAP is trying to provide a lobbying tool for … [Read more...] about GCAP seeks input contributions from civil society for the annual World We Want Report
Craiglist founder launches a unique social networking based funding competition
Sourced from: http://mashable.com Four non-profit organizations working with U.S. veterans and military families will be up against each other during a month-long competition for receiving a grant from craigconnect, a non-profit project launched by the Craiglist founder Craig Newmark. These four … [Read more...] about Craiglist founder launches a unique social networking based funding competition
USAID and NSF enter into partnership for promoting international science and engineering collaborations with the developing world
Sourced from: http://www.usaid.gov The National Science Foundation (NSF) and U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) on July 7 are launching the Partnerships for Enhanced Engagement in Research (PEER) initiative. This initiative is aimed at addressing the challenges that not only affect … [Read more...] about USAID and NSF enter into partnership for promoting international science and engineering collaborations with the developing world
The Netherlands pledges contribution to Lifeline Fund for three years supporting NGOs in authoritarian countries
Sourced from: http://www.minbuza.nl The Netherlands has committed to contribute to the Lifeline Fund for non-governmental organisations (NGOs) for the next three years in authoritarian countries with a condition that the initial results have to be satisfactory. This was announced by the country’s … [Read more...] about The Netherlands pledges contribution to Lifeline Fund for three years supporting NGOs in authoritarian countries
Sabin Vaccine Institute receives $12 Million grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation for continuing the development of Human Hookworm Vaccine
Sourced from: http://www.sabin.org Sabin Vaccine Institute (Sabin) in a recent press release announced that the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is providing it with a grant for two years amounting to $12 million aimed at continuing the development of a vaccine to prevent human hookworm … [Read more...] about Sabin Vaccine Institute receives $12 Million grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation for continuing the development of Human Hookworm Vaccine
Two former presidents announced winners of World Food Prize 2011 for their efforts to alleviate hunger and poverty in their countries
Sourced from: http://www.worldfoodprize.org World Food Prize for 2011 has been announced and this year’s winners are two former presidents, who led the drastic reduction of hunger and poverty in their countries. In a ceremony held recently at the U.S. State Department John Agyekum Kufuor, former … [Read more...] about Two former presidents announced winners of World Food Prize 2011 for their efforts to alleviate hunger and poverty in their countries
fundsforngos.org Online Newsletter – July 11, 2011
BTC seeks proposals for the BE FAIR Awards 2011 from organizations based in developing countries Deadline: 19 August 2011 Developing Countries The Belgian development Cooperation (BTC) on the occasion of the 10th Fair Trade Week through its Trade for Development Centre, is organising the 6th … [Read more...] about fundsforngos.org Online Newsletter – July 11, 2011
UNFPA, Youth Dividend & Youth Action for Change invites application for free online short course on “Youth and the MDGs”
UNFPA, Youth Dividend & Youth Action for Change is inviting applications from interested candidates in the age group of 18- 30 for free online short course on “Youth and the MDGs.” The course is intended for people who are actively participating for welfare of their communities. The course … [Read more...] about UNFPA, Youth Dividend & Youth Action for Change invites application for free online short course on “Youth and the MDGs”
The Open Society Initiative for West Africa: Call for Proposals
The Open Society Initiative for West Africa (OSIWA) is a grant making and advocacy foundation that is part of the global Open Society Foundations Network. OSIWA works to support the creation of open societies in West Africa marked by functioning democracy, good governance, the rule of law, basic … [Read more...] about The Open Society Initiative for West Africa: Call for Proposals
