NGOs exist for the benefit of their beneficiaries. The NGO’s governing body is entrusted with responsibility for overseeing the organisation on behalf of the beneficiaries. For this reason, governing body members are often called ‘trustees’. They act as stewards, representing and protecting the … [Read more...] about Mango Guide to Financial Governance for NGOs
Free Mango Guide: Financial Sustainability
Financial sustainability has become something of a buzzword in the NGO sector. With ‘donor fatigue’ in rich nations and increased confidence from developing countries, more and more people are talking about local NGOs standing on their own two feet, and becoming more financially sustainable. But … [Read more...] about Free Mango Guide: Financial Sustainability
Cambridge Scholarships Programme
Deadline- 3 December 2013 St Edmund’s College, Cambridge is offering Scholarship opportunity to pursue masters degree level studies for which the courses are offered by the college. The goal of this program is to enable candidates of outstanding academic merit, who would not otherwise be able to … [Read more...] about Cambridge Scholarships Programme
Mango Guide to Receiving Funds
It can be useful to think about your relationship with donors from the donors' point of view. Donors usually make grants to organisations that they have confidence in. All your dealings with donors should aim to build up their confidence in your organisation, for instance by: • … [Read more...] about Mango Guide to Receiving Funds
The Great Debate: Non-Profits and Financial Reserves
Anyone who has worked on the financial side of a non profit organisation will be familiar with the debate around exactly how much money, if any, should be kept in reserve. Resources donated to your organisation were intended to support a cause not to sit in a bank account, yet nonprofits just like … [Read more...] about The Great Debate: Non-Profits and Financial Reserves
How to Raise Money for an Individual or Family in Need
We often receive requests at FundsforNGOs to support individuals, families or groups who are in need. It is a common problem around the world that cannot be solved by forming an organisation and applying for foreign grants. In these situations are more urgent and local solution needs to be … [Read more...] about How to Raise Money for an Individual or Family in Need
Disability Grants for NGOs: A Basic Guide
Introduction- Many NGOs around the world who work on disability issues need funding to reach their goals. Fundsforngos receives many inquiries about donor funding for disability programs, both from grassroots organizations in developing countries and large international NGOs. Identifying donors … [Read more...] about Disability Grants for NGOs: A Basic Guide
Three Grantmaking Foundations that Fund Children’s Projects Around the World
This guide provides information on three of the leading donors to children's projects around the world. If you’re an NGO looking for new funding to support young people in your country, this guide is for you. We’ll discuss some of the some of the biggest donors in the field and how your organisation … [Read more...] about Three Grantmaking Foundations that Fund Children’s Projects Around the World
Free Mango Guide to Preparing and Implementing Budgets
Every NGO and every project needs to have a budget. A budget describes the money that an organisation plans to raise and spend for a set purpose over a given period of time. "Failing to plan is planning to fail." The budget plays an important role in every stage of NGO work: planning new work, … [Read more...] about Free Mango Guide to Preparing and Implementing Budgets
Fernand Braudel Senior Fellowships
Deadline- 30 September 2013 European Commission is accepting applications for Fernand Braudel senior fellowship program which aims to provide a framework for established academics with an international reputation to pursue their research at the EUI. Fellows are encouraged to make contact with … [Read more...] about Fernand Braudel Senior Fellowships
