Deadline: 1 August 2014 The Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation invites research grant applications from individual researchers or a few principal investigators on natural and social sciences and the humanities that promise to increase understanding of the causes, manifestations, and control of … [Read more...] about The Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation Research Grants up to $40,000 to Individual Researchers
International Development Exchange
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
A Comprehensive Guide for NGOs Working with Gender-Based Violence
By Janou Hooykaas Introduction Gender-based violence (GBV) can be defined as any act that causes physical, sexual or emotional harm and reinforces gender inequality. Women are disproportionately affected by GBV (although it applies to men and boys, as well), yet women’s rights issues remain … [Read more...] about A Comprehensive Guide for NGOs Working with Gender-Based Violence
Schwelle Foundation
The Schwelle Foundation (Stiftung Die Schwelle) is engaged in initiating and supporting projects that create social change with non-violent means. The major purpose of this foundation is to focus on peace and reconciliation, human rights and environmental protection. Areas of Interest: Human … [Read more...] about Schwelle Foundation
Rockefeller Brothers Fund
The Rockefeller Brothers Fund was founded in 1940 for the purpose of social change that contributes to a more just, sustainable, and peaceful world. The RBF's grant making is organized around three themes: Democratic Practice, Peacebuilding, and Sustainable Development. Areas of Interest: Human … [Read more...] about Rockefeller Brothers Fund
Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Fund
The Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fund was established in 1997 with the goal to improve the lives of the most disadvantaged people in the UK and around the world. The Fund was committed to sharing the lessons that emerged from rigorous evaluation and research to help increase its impact, support … [Read more...] about Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Fund
The UNAC invites Euro-Mediterranean Youth to Participate in Entrepreneurship Training for Social Change
Deadline: 14 July 2014 The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAC) in collaboration with the Fondazione CRT and the Italian Government invites youth from the Euro-Mediterranean region to participate in a 7-day training program entitled 'Entrepreneurship Training for Social Change' to be … [Read more...] about The UNAC invites Euro-Mediterranean Youth to Participate in Entrepreneurship Training for Social Change
A list of 10 Open Opportunities for Youth Development
We have listed 10 open funding opportunities for organizations of youth, organizations for youth and for the young individuals. From UNAOC to the European Youth Award to World Bank's Youth Professional Program and many other opportunities are listed here. Submit Original and Creative videos for … [Read more...] about A list of 10 Open Opportunities for Youth Development
NGO Of The Month: APOPO
Welcome to the latest edition of our NGO of the Month feature. We're showcasing the very best NGOs from around the world to inspire and encourage you to create a better world. This week we are joined by Ragna Frans, Communications Assistant at APOPO, a Tanzania based NGO that trains rats to save … [Read more...] about NGO Of The Month: APOPO
Social Entrepreneur of the Year Competition Open for Organizations around the Globe
Deadline: 15 July 2014 The Schwab Foundation for Social Entrepreneurship invites organizations in Asia/Asia Pacific, Africa, Europe, Latin America, Middle East and North Africa, and North America for the Social Entrepreneur of the Year Competition. This is a platform for the organizations around … [Read more...] about Social Entrepreneur of the Year Competition Open for Organizations around the Globe
