The Ford Foundation was established on Jan. 15, 1936. The foundation operated in Michigan under the leadership of Ford family members. The Ford Foundation supports visionary leaders and organizations on the frontlines of social change worldwide. The Ford Foundation accepts applications for … [Read more...] about Ford Foundation Help in Protecting Women’s Rights
Nike Foundation Supports Adolescent Girls to create the Girl Effect
The Nike Foundation started in 2004, to seek the best investment to end global poverty with the highest returns. In 2008, the Nike Foundation partnered with the NoVo Foundation, United Nations Foundation and Coalition for Adolescent Girls to create the Girl Effect. The Nike Foundation helps girls … [Read more...] about Nike Foundation Supports Adolescent Girls to create the Girl Effect
Empowering Girls Program by the Summit Foundation
Since 1991, The Summit Foundation has supported organizations working to improve our world and the quality of life for its inhabitants. To achieve the mission, the Foundation focuses on empowering girls, conserving the Mesoamerican Reef and promoting sustainable cities. Empowering Girls Program … [Read more...] about Empowering Girls Program by the Summit Foundation
African-Asian Rural Development Organization – AARDO Catalyzes Women’s Empowerment Issue in Afro-Asian countries
The African-Asian Rural Development Organization (AARDO) formed in 1962, is an autonomous inter-governmental organization comprising thirty members from Africa and Asia. The main goal is to make sustainable agriculture and rural development of its member countries. AARDO major area of concern is … [Read more...] about African-Asian Rural Development Organization – AARDO Catalyzes Women’s Empowerment Issue in Afro-Asian countries
EWI Grants to Women-Led Civil Society Organizations
The Ecumenical Women's Initiative provides EWI grant to women-led civil society organization. EWI announces public calls twice a year: first call in early summer, the second in mid-December. The Ecumenical Women's Initiative is a Croatian is a non-governmental, non-profit making women’s … [Read more...] about EWI Grants to Women-Led Civil Society Organizations
ASTRAIA Foundation Benefits Women and Girls
The ASTRAIA Female Leadership Foundation operates on the basis of clear values and beliefs. ASTRAIA creates a platform for engagement and raises funds for projects, directly benefit women and girls. ASTRAIA aims to change the fact that 3/4 of all women around the world are poor people and their … [Read more...] about ASTRAIA Foundation Benefits Women and Girls
African Women’s Development Fund: Grants of up to $50,000 for Women’s Right & Empowerment
Applications can be submitted anytime The African Women’s Development Fund (AWDF) finances local, national, sub-regional and regional organizations in Africa working towards women’s empowerment. The AWDF aims to help build a culture of learning and partnerships within the African women’s movement. … [Read more...] about African Women’s Development Fund: Grants of up to $50,000 for Women’s Right & Empowerment
IDEX Supports Women in Human Rights and Social Change
The IDEX is calling applications for 2015 IDEX Academy 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 support on violence against women, and women … [Read more...] about IDEX Supports Women in Human Rights and Social Change
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
Project Inspire: Implement Your Project Idea Benefitting Women
Project Inspire is a global social impact competition that presents youths, women/girls with a five-minute platform to pitch their inspired idea, for the chance to win a US$25,000 grant and an opportunity to implement their project in the respective fields. Project Inspire is a joint initiative … [Read more...] about Project Inspire: Implement Your Project Idea Benefitting Women
