Deadline- 31 October 2014 Nominations are being accepted for 2014 Innovation Prize for Africa (IPA) offered by African Innovation Foundation (AIF). The mission of this program is to honour and encourage innovative achievements that contribute toward developing new products, increasing efficiency or … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Innovation Prize for Africa (IPA)
Current and Past Funding Opportunities for NGOs
A list of current and past funding opportunities for NGOs and individuals
NASSCOM Foundation’s Social Innovation Honours in India
Deadline: 20 October 2013 The NASSCOM Foundation has launched the Social Innovation Honors in India to recognize and showcase innovations that aim to impact society in a positive manner by utilizing information and communications technologies (ICT). The Honours identify social innovations … [Read more...] about NASSCOM Foundation’s Social Innovation Honours in India
NED Grants for NGOs working for the Promotion of Human Rights and Democracy
Deadline: 4 October 2013 The National Endowment for Democracy (NED), a private, nonprofit foundation based in the United States provides grants to support NGO projects around the world for the growth and strengthening of democratic institutions. The foundation was founded in 1983 and it provides … [Read more...] about NED Grants for NGOs working for the Promotion of Human Rights and Democracy
11 Things to Consider Before Applying for Government Funding
Government Grants are rarely available to individuals. To be eligible you will most likely need to be a registered non profit organisation in your area. Each grant making body will have its own set off rules that you should read as a priority and before making any other arrangements to apply for … [Read more...] about 11 Things to Consider Before Applying for Government Funding
International Dissertation Research Fellowship (IDRF) Program
Deadline- 5 November 2013 International applicants are invited to submit applications for Mellon International Dissertation Research Fellowship (IDRF) Program offered in the fields of humanities and humanistic social sciences. Fellowship amounts vary depending on the research plan, with a … [Read more...] about International Dissertation Research Fellowship (IDRF) Program
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
National Environmental Information Exchange Network Grant Program
Deadline- 8 November 2013 Applications are being accepted for National Environmental Information Exchange Network Grant Program under U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Office of Environmental Information (OEI). The mission of this program is to develop and implement the information … [Read more...] about National Environmental Information Exchange Network Grant Program
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
The Top Ten US Charitable Foundations
Private Foundations have been long term supporters of funding to charitable organisations around the world. In 2013, their strength is being felt more than ever as for the first time private foundations have overtaken many of the world's governments and aid bodies as the biggest donors to the non … [Read more...] about The Top Ten US Charitable Foundations
USAID’s Global Development Alliance invites NGOs to Apply
Deadline: 31 January 2014 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) invites NGOs to apply for the Global Development Alliance Program which primarily aims at collaborating with the private sector corporations and businesses to address developmental challenges in developing … [Read more...] about USAID’s Global Development Alliance invites NGOs to Apply
