Empowering women, the most effective way of fighting poverty, is central to the mission of International Development Exchange (IDEX). It exists to effect systemic change, shift unequal power dynamics, influence giving to adopt egalitarian practices, balance learning between the global south and … [Read more...] about International Development Exchange
Information on NGO Grants and Funding
Information on grants, funding and useful resources for NGOs and individuals
ANESVAD
ANESVAD supports universal access to sexual and reproductive health. It works for the improvement of sexual and reproductive health in the poorest areas and regions of the countries in which it intervene with a firm consideration that every woman has the right to receive appropriate services that … [Read more...] about ANESVAD
United Nations Foundation
The United Nations (UN) Foundation believes that empowering women and girls with educational and economic opportunities and securing their health and human rights is one of the best investments we can make for families, communities, and the world. It works with NGO, corporate and government partners … [Read more...] about United Nations Foundation
A list of 20 Foundations Supporting Women Empowerment Projects
360,000 Women die during pregnancy and childbirth; 14 million adolescent girls become mothers every year. Women represent nearly two thirds of the world's illiterate, 31 million girls are still out of school around the world, The completion rates and learning levels of girls are lower than those of … [Read more...] about A list of 20 Foundations Supporting Women Empowerment Projects
Nominations Open for African Philanthropy Awards, Workshop Proposals are also being accepted for Breakaway Sessions
Deadline: 31 August 2014 The African Grant-makers Network (AGN) invites nominations of individuals and organizations for 2014 African Philanthropy Awards at the AGN Assembly to be held from 17 to 19 November 2014 in Accra, Ghana. Individuals or organizations demonstrating transparency and good … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for African Philanthropy Awards, Workshop Proposals are also being accepted for Breakaway Sessions
Grameen Foundation
Grameen Foundation established in 1997 aims to improve lives of poor people and also it focuses on providing access to essential financial services and information on agriculture and health. Areas of Interest: Women & Gender Food & Nutrition Livelihood Poverty … [Read more...] about Grameen Foundation
Center for International Private Enterprise
The Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE) is to strengthen democracy around the globe through private enterprise and market-oriented reform. CIPE was founded on the idea that economic freedom and political freedom are intertwined and that progress and development comes through a … [Read more...] about Center for International Private Enterprise
Canadian Catholic Organization for Development and Peace
The Canadian Catholic Organization for Development and Peace aims to promote alternatives to unfair social, political and economic structures, and educate the Canadian population about the causes of poverty and mobilize Canadians towards actions for change. It also supports women in their search for … [Read more...] about Canadian Catholic Organization for Development and Peace
Associated Country Women of The World
Associated Country Women of The World promotes the status of women at International level. ACWW funds small scale local development projects which are requested by local women to suit their needs. Areas of Interest: Women & Gender Agriculture Food & Nutrition Community … [Read more...] about Associated Country Women of The World
Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa
Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa was founded in 2006 with the support of Rockefeller Foundation and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The goal of AGRA is to improve the lives of small-holder farmers, especially women. The Foundation is building a platform to empower farmers and … [Read more...] about Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa
