Innovation is a buzzword throughout development circles from large institutional grant making organisations to grassroots NGOs working in some of the poorest places on earth. Innovation is more often than not a necessity for NGOs with strictly limited funds and resources yet are trying to conquer … [Read more...] about Ten of the most innovative NGOs in the world
Foundations that Give Grants to address HIV and AIDS
December 1st was the World AIDS Day which gave an opportunity for people around the world to commit themselves to fight against HIV and AIDS and also support people living with HIV. NGOs have been involved in campaigns to continue their work to raise awareness about HIV and AIDS and give treatment, … [Read more...] about Foundations that Give Grants to address HIV and AIDS
DFID Grants to Build Research Capability in Developing Countries
Deadline- 10 December 2013 Proposals are accepted for grants to build and promote research capabilities in developing countries. This opportunity has been announced under PEP (Partnership for Economic Policy) with funding from the Department for International Development (DFID) of the United … [Read more...] about DFID Grants to Build Research Capability in Developing Countries
Manchester PhD Studentships for Students Worldwide
Deadline- 17 January 2014 University of Manchester is seeking applications for PhD Studentships program offered in the field of Economics, Politics, Social Anthropology, Sociology, Philosophy and Social Statistics. Studentship will offer: Home Fees, £13,863 annual stipend and students can claim for … [Read more...] about Manchester PhD Studentships for Students Worldwide
Direct Interview with the Donor: STARS Foundation Gives Insights on How to Apply for Impact Awards 2014
FundsforNGOs is launching a new series of articles that will provide insight direct from grant-making representatives. This week we spoke to Alessio Kolioulis, Programme Assistant for Africa and Middle East at the STARS Foundation. We got together to discuss the recently announced Impact Awards 2014 … [Read more...] about Direct Interview with the Donor: STARS Foundation Gives Insights on How to Apply for Impact Awards 2014
Thiel Fellowship Program for Young People Worldwide
Deadline- 31 December 2013 Fellows from around the world are invited to submit applications for Thiel Fellowships Program offered to Young People for developing and implementing life-changing projects in diverse sectors. Thiel Fellows are given a no-strings-attached grant of $100,000 to skip … [Read more...] about Thiel Fellowship Program for Young People Worldwide
World Bank’s Global Partnership for Social Accountability in 33 Countries
Deadline: 6 January 2014 World Bank's The Global Partnership for Social Accountability (GPSA) has announced the 2nd Call for Proposals for civil society organizations (CSOs) and CSO networks based and operating in any of 33 eligible countries Grant amounts will range from US$500,000 to … [Read more...] about World Bank’s Global Partnership for Social Accountability in 33 Countries
J. William Fulbright-Hillary Rodham Clinton Fellowships Program
Deadline- 10 January 2014 J. William Fulbright-Hillary Rodham Clinton Fellowships Program has been announced by Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. The objective of this program is to build mutual understanding and contribute to strengthening the public sector while gaining hands-on public … [Read more...] about J. William Fulbright-Hillary Rodham Clinton Fellowships Program
Global Partnership for Social Accountability – Call for Proposals
Deadline- 6 January 2014 Grant opportunity of up to US$1,000,000 has been announced by Global Partnership for Social Accountability. The mission of this program is to strengthening civil society’s capacities for social accountability by investing in CSOs’ institutional strengthening and through … [Read more...] about Global Partnership for Social Accountability – Call for Proposals
UN Women Call for Proposals: United Nations Trust Fund to End Violence against Women 2013
Deadline: 22 January 2014 The United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) has announced the 2013 Call for Proposals for NGOs to apply for the United Nations Trust Fund to End Violence against Women. It is a leading global grant-making mechanism exclusively … [Read more...] about UN Women Call for Proposals: United Nations Trust Fund to End Violence against Women 2013
