Sourced From: http://mis-asia.com/resource/cloud-computing/microsoft-delivers-cloud-to-ngos-and-schools-in-hong-kong/ Microsoft, in continuance to its several charity projects aimed at spreading usage of information and communications technology (ICT) to social service and education sectors, … [Read more...] about Microsoft launches Cloud Connect Initiative in Hong Kong: To provide charity pricing of applications for Schools and NGOs.
Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to support mFarmer Initiative Fund aimed at improving the lives of farmers in developing countries
Sourced from: http://www.intomobile.com/2011/06/10/bill-and-melinda-gates-foundation-fund-mobile-services-aid-farmers-developing-countries/ Mobile phones can mean different things to different people. For some they are the tool for communication, for others mobiles are like portable computers and … [Read more...] about Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to support mFarmer Initiative Fund aimed at improving the lives of farmers in developing countries
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation accepting applications for the Access to Learning Award
The annual Access to Learning Award from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation recognizes the innovative efforts of the public libraries and similar institutions outside the United States, especially from developing countries or those working with disadvantaged communities involved in connecting … [Read more...] about Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation accepting applications for the Access to Learning Award
US Department of State launches TechWomen initiative: To encourage women and girls from MENA pursue tech-based careers
Sourced from: http://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2011/06/164861.htm With the purpose of using technology as a means to empower women around the world, The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs has announced the launch of “TechWomen” initiative. Under this initiative, … [Read more...] about US Department of State launches TechWomen initiative: To encourage women and girls from MENA pursue tech-based careers
USAID announces initiative to encourage corporate volunteerism in US based corporations abroad
Sourced from: http://www.usaid.gov/press/releases/2011/pr110531.html In a recent announcement The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has revealed plans about its partnership with IBM and CDC Development Solutions aimed at increasing the number of employee volunteers at … [Read more...] about USAID announces initiative to encourage corporate volunteerism in US based corporations abroad
The Elsevier Foundation grants opportunity for Innovative Libraries Programs in developing countries
The Elsevier Foundation seeks proposals for single-year grants aimed at supporting Innovative Libraries in Developing Countries. The size of grants ranges from US$5,000 to US$50,000. Proposals will be accepted for multi-year programs (up to three years) for grant amounts of US$5,000 to US$50,000 per … [Read more...] about The Elsevier Foundation grants opportunity for Innovative Libraries Programs in developing countries
Fulbright-Nehru Fellowship grants program now open for American Scholars and professionals to visit Indian Universities during the academic year 2012-2013
Applications are invited from American scholars and professionals under the Fulbright-Nehru Fellowship program offering them an opportunity for four- to 9-month grant in India and visit Indian Universities and Institutes during the academic year 2012-13. U.S. scholars and professionals in all … [Read more...] about Fulbright-Nehru Fellowship grants program now open for American Scholars and professionals to visit Indian Universities during the academic year 2012-2013
Funding Opportunity: ATTI support for projects that use technology to promote transparency and accountability in Africa
Africa Technology and Transparency Initiative (ATTI) seeks Letters of Inquiry (LOIs) followed by Full Proposal (from selected applicants) from organizations that use technology as an essential component for providing people with access to credible information about government actions and influence … [Read more...] about Funding Opportunity: ATTI support for projects that use technology to promote transparency and accountability in Africa
Changemakers and eBay Foundation International Competition open to market based innovations that create jobs for vulnerable populations
Ashoka’s Changemakers and eBay Foundation invite entries for an international competition: Powering Economic Opportunity: Create a World that Works. The competition seeks to recognize the employment opportunities created by innovative programs for disadvantaged and vulnerable societies. The entries … [Read more...] about Changemakers and eBay Foundation International Competition open to market based innovations that create jobs for vulnerable populations
Global Environment Facility approves $4.2 million project for demonstrating green freight technology to Chinese Truck Operators in Guangdong Province
With the purpose of promoting green truck technology in China’s Guangdong Province, the World Bank has sanctioned a grant of $4.2 million from the Global Environment Facility (GEF). The fund will be used to educate more than 500,000 truck operators in this Chinese region about the benefits of using … [Read more...] about Global Environment Facility approves $4.2 million project for demonstrating green freight technology to Chinese Truck Operators in Guangdong Province
