Created in 1983, the Social Development Civil Society Fund (CSF) is one of the few World Bank programs that directly support activities of civil society organizations (CSOs). CSF provides funds to organizations for work that promotes "civic engagement" of marginalized populations. These grants … [Read more...] about The Civil Society Fund by World Bank
Support for NGOs and individuals
Various types of support for NGOs and individuals in form of funding, grants, scholarships, trainings and other useful resources.
Ecumenical Women’s Initiative: Supporting Women as Initiators
Ecumenical Women’s Initiative (EWI) is a non-governmental, non-profit making organization which supports women as initiators and agents of change in faith communities and in society by supporting and connecting individuals and groups working in the fields of women’s rights, peace-building and … [Read more...] about Ecumenical Women’s Initiative: Supporting Women as Initiators
PeaceNexus Grants to Develop Peace-building Ideas
PeaceNexus is a Swiss-based Foundation established in May 2009. It was founded by Anne Gloor and has been supported since its inception by the endowment granted by the philanthropist Hansjörg Wyss. PeaceNexus awards grants to develop and test innovative peacebuilding ideas and to support the … [Read more...] about PeaceNexus Grants to Develop Peace-building Ideas
Where to look for Grants for Peace and Democracy Projects?
As conflicts increase and threaten the foundations of peace and democracy, NGOs in many countries find it challenging to identify grants that can help them address this issue. Communities in developing countries need to be engaged, their awareness has to be enhanced and their participation in policy … [Read more...] about Where to look for Grants for Peace and Democracy Projects?
Oak Foundation Grants for Projects Addressing International Human Rights
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 address issues of global, social and environmental … [Read more...] about Oak Foundation Grants for Projects Addressing International Human Rights
The Sigrid Rausing Trust Funds: Promoting Human Rights Globally
The Sigrid Rausing Trust is a UK grantmaking foundation, founded in 1995 by Sigrid Rausing to support human rights globally. Since then, the Trust has given away approximately £250 million to human rights organisations all over the world. Our guiding principles are: We recognise the value of … [Read more...] about The Sigrid Rausing Trust Funds: Promoting Human Rights Globally
NED Grants to NGOs Worldwide Advancing & Strengthening Democratic Institutions
The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) invites civic organizations, associations, independent media, and other similar non-government organizations around the world for its NED grants. NED yearly funds hundreds of projects of organizations that are working to advance democratic goals and … [Read more...] about NED Grants to NGOs Worldwide Advancing & Strengthening Democratic Institutions
Channel Foundation Grants Advancing Women Rights & Combating Gender Inequality
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 champion women’s rights. It creates opportunities in order … [Read more...] about Channel Foundation Grants Advancing Women Rights & Combating Gender Inequality
Peace Development Fund Supports Social Justice and Peace
The Peace Development Fund (PDF) was founded in 1981 with a vision of funding social justice and peace through a public foundation. Grants and Programs Community Organizing Grants Program - The Community Organizing Grants Program is PDF’s annual grantmaking docket. Currently PDF funds … [Read more...] about Peace Development Fund Supports Social Justice and Peace
United States Institute of Peace Works to Resolve Violent Conflicts
Deadline: Ongoing The United States Institute of Peace works to prevent, mitigate, and resolve violent conflict around the world. USIP does this by engaging directly in conflict zones and by providing analysis, education, and resources to those working for peace. South and central Asia Grant … [Read more...] about United States Institute of Peace Works to Resolve Violent Conflicts
