A strategic plan can be a very useful promotional material for an NGO, but more than that it is a very important tool for organizational development. Establishing an organization with a mission and objectives is just one part of the work; running it in the right direction is equally important. A … [Read more...] about Strategic Plan for NGOs
Sasol Bursary Scheme
DEADLINE- 29 February 2012 Sasol Bursary Scheme is a talent based scheme, as a result, only applicants who meet the minimum criteria will be invited to a selection interview. It is a comprehensive package that covers both financial as well as developmental support throughout the study period. All … [Read more...] about Sasol Bursary Scheme
Guide on Promoting Resource Mobilization through Commercial Activities
The paper entitled ‘Strategies to strengthen NGO Capacity in Resource Mobilization Through Business Activities’ aims to help NGOs working on HIV/AIDS and other health and development issues, by providing them with guidelines on how to engage in business activities to mobilize their resources. The … [Read more...] about Guide on Promoting Resource Mobilization through Commercial Activities
Skoll Foundation Extends Support for a Film Program
The Skoll Foundation will extend its association and support for a film program for the next few years. The foundation will donate $1 million to Stories of Change: Social Entrepreneurship in Focus Through Documentary program that is being implemented in partnership with the Sundance Institute's … [Read more...] about Skoll Foundation Extends Support for a Film Program
How NGOs can develop budgets in their Proposals
Developing and managing budgets can be a challenging task for NGOs whenever they need to plan a project, write a proposal and implement an activity. Efficient financial management is essential for the growth of any organization. Besides, if you have well-managed and transparent financial system, it … [Read more...] about How NGOs can develop budgets in their Proposals
Types of Costs to be included in the Budget
There are different types of costs that have to be mentioned in the budget. Most donor agencies prefer to have the costs spread over different heads so as to get an overview of how the resources have been divided between different types. Basically, we can divide the overall costs as: Operational … [Read more...] about Types of Costs to be included in the Budget
Defining certain terms in a budget
...Continued from the Main Page Here we discuss some commonly used terms in a budget and try to define them: Contingency Amount: Contingency amount refers to the money set aside to cover any unforeseen expenses of the organization or the project. Contingency expenses are required because any … [Read more...] about Defining certain terms in a budget
Nominations invited for 2012 Sophie Prize aimed at recognizing efforts towards sustainable future
Nominations are now open for the Sophie Prize. This international award worth US $ 100,000 is awarded annually in recognition of environment and sustainable development. The Sophie Prize Ceremony will take place in June 2012 in Oslo. The Sophie Prize has been established to inspire people working … [Read more...] about Nominations invited for 2012 Sophie Prize aimed at recognizing efforts towards sustainable future
China enters into agreement with 200 NGOs from 19 African countries to work together towards development in their countries
Source: http://www.ngonewsafrica.org/?p=9573 China in recent times has been actively taking interest in development activities in Africa and it has entered into an agreement with 200 delegates of Non Governmental Organizations from 19 African countries to work together to accelerate development in … [Read more...] about China enters into agreement with 200 NGOs from 19 African countries to work together towards development in their countries
UNDP’s Equator Prize 2012: Nominations invited from local initiatives working towards poverty reduction through conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity
The Equator Initiative is a partnership that brings together the United Nations, governments, civil society, businesses and grassroots organizations to build the capacity and raise the profile of local efforts to reduce poverty through the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity. The … [Read more...] about UNDP’s Equator Prize 2012: Nominations invited from local initiatives working towards poverty reduction through conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity
