Deadline: 31 December 2014 The United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF) is accepting project proposals on democracy and human rights for its new round of funding. NGOs, civil society organizations, independent constitutional bodies, regional and international organizations can apply and receive grants … [Read more...] about United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF): NGOs can get Project Funding for Democracy and Human Rights
Grants and Resources for NGOs in 2013
A list of grants and resources for the year 2013
United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF) 2014: Learn How to Apply
The United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF) 2013 Call for Project Proposals is now open for NGOs to apply. The Fund provides financial support to projects around the world for strengthening the voice of civil society, promoting human rights and encouraging the participation of all groups in the … [Read more...] about United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF) 2014: Learn How to Apply
Before You Apply: Learning about the United Nations Democracy Fund
The very first step you need to take (even before you begin writing your proposal for funding) is to go the United Nations Democracy Fund website and read the information provided about this specific funding opportunity. Reading information provided by the United Nations Democracy Fund will give … [Read more...] about Before You Apply: Learning about the United Nations Democracy Fund
What are the chances of my organization receiving funding from UNDEF?
The United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF) is an excellent opportunity for NGOs of all types and sizes (from local, to regional, to national) to apply for funding to support democracy-related projects and programs. The UNDEF allocates 70% of its budget for projects in a country. This means that … [Read more...] about What are the chances of my organization receiving funding from UNDEF?
Steps to completing the UNDEF Application Form
Steps to Completing the UNDEF Application Form: UNDEF provides an example application form. You can use this form to complete your application off-line; then go online to the online application form and submit your application. You need to have a computer with an Internet connection to … [Read more...] about Steps to completing the UNDEF Application Form
Project Description, Objectives and Outcomes in UNDEF Application
PROJECT DESCRIPTION. In this section, describe the problem to be addressed by the project. Include such information as: the overall democratic context and underlying causes of the problem. Justify why this project is necessary. (Maximum number of characters is 1,000.) Giving a background of the … [Read more...] about Project Description, Objectives and Outcomes in UNDEF Application
Writing about Sustainability in the UNDEF Application Form
Section 3: SUSTAINABILITY: Describe how the achievements of the project will be maintained after the UNDEF funding period ends. (Maximum number of characters is 300.) “Sustainability” refers to what mechanisms the organization will put in place to continue the project once the UNDEF funding ends. … [Read more...] about Writing about Sustainability in the UNDEF Application Form
Best Practices for Creating a Successful UNDEF Application
UNDEF shares the following best practices to help you create a successful application: 1.) Presentation: High quality applications result in higher proposal scores. High quality applications: have all information completed, do not exceed character limits, provide accurate information, avoid jargon … [Read more...] about Best Practices for Creating a Successful UNDEF Application
Call for nominations for Top35-UNDER35CEO AWARDS
Deadline: 20 December 2014 Top35-Under35CEO Awards is calling for nominations from young entrepreneurs to encourage and promote entrepreneurship among young Africans. They provide recognition to 35 young entrepreneurs under the age of 35 who are making change happen through their entrepreneurial … [Read more...] about Call for nominations for Top35-UNDER35CEO AWARDS
NGO of the Month: TECHO
Welcome to the penultimate edition of fundsforNGOs NGO of the Month feature for 2014. Over the past year we've shared with you some of the leading development organizations from around the world to inspire you to help create a better world. Last month we featured India's Akshaya Patra, an … [Read more...] about NGO of the Month: TECHO
