October 11 is celebrated as the International Day of Girl Child to recognize girls’ rights and the unique challenges girls face around the world. The United Nations has considered The Power of the Adolescent Girl: Vision for 2030 as the theme for this year. The international development community … [Read more...] about 50 International Foundations funding Projects for Women and Girls around the world
Grants and Resources for Individuals
A list of scholarships, fellowships and other funding opportunities for individuals
IDEX Academy Programme supporting Women in Advancing Human Rights and Social Change
The Intrapreneur Development Experience (IDEX) accepts applications for its IDEX Academy programme from young and mid-career professionals for entering social sector in philanthropy and international development. IDEX supports women in advancing human rights and social change. IDEX also provides … [Read more...] about IDEX Academy Programme supporting Women in Advancing Human Rights and Social Change
ELLE Foundation for Women’s Empowerment through Education, Training & Information
Applications can be submitted throughout the year Elle Foundation has been supporting the development, emancipation and women’s place in society since its establishment in 2004. It provides financial support to projects that aim to promote the empowerment of women through education, training and … [Read more...] about ELLE Foundation for Women’s Empowerment through Education, Training & Information
Mama Cash- The First International Women’s Fund in the World
Applications will open in early 2016 The Mama Cash was the first international women’s fund in the world and is still alive and kicking. Mama Cash was conceived around a kitchen table in Amsterdam in 1983. Since then, it has grown from a group of five feminist activists into an international fund … [Read more...] about Mama Cash- The First International Women’s Fund in the World
Oak Foundation Grants for Issues Affecting Women Program
Concept Notes can be submitted anytime The Oak Foundation commits its resources to address issues of global social and environmental concern, particularly those that have a major impact on the lives of the disadvantaged. The funds support civil society organisations across the world that addresses … [Read more...] about Oak Foundation Grants for Issues Affecting Women Program
The Fund for Global Human Rights for Women Issues in Middle East & Africa, Asia & Latin America
Applications are open for Emergency funds The Fund for Global Human Rights was founded in 2003 to move human rights forward by providing resources and tools to the people and organizations on the ground that have real potential to generate positive change. Fund’s grants and technical assistance are … [Read more...] about The Fund for Global Human Rights for Women Issues in Middle East & Africa, Asia & Latin America
Maypole Fund Small Grants of £750- Protecting Women Against Violence
Deadline: 31 January & June of each year The Maypole Fund invites applications from women or women’s group involved in projects which supports females from any kind of issue including male violence. Maypole Funds helps women who aim to works for women’s political and social autonomy around the … [Read more...] about Maypole Fund Small Grants of £750- Protecting Women Against Violence
Channel Foundation Grants-Ending Violence Against Women
Applications are accepted through Invitations only The Channel Foundation promotes leadership in women’s human rights around globe by supporting organizations engaged in combating gender inequality. The foundation identifies and provides grants to organizations or projects that specifically … [Read more...] about Channel Foundation Grants-Ending Violence Against Women
Asia Foundation- Women Empowerment Programme
LOI can be submitted anytime The Asia Foundation is a nonprofit international development organization committed to improve lives across a dynamic and developing Asia. The Foundation educates women on their legal rights, safety, and personal health, protects the basic rights of women to counter … [Read more...] about Asia Foundation- Women Empowerment Programme
Unniti Foundation Grants for the Upliftment of Needy Women & Girls
Application inquiries can be made anytime The Unniti Foundation provides grants to individuals, projects, and organizations in India and Nepal. Its special focus is on helping women and girls and on building the institutional and management capacity of voluntary organizations. The foundation not … [Read more...] about Unniti Foundation Grants for the Upliftment of Needy Women & Girls
