The Mahatma Gandhi National Fellowship (MGNF) has been launched for young, dynamic individuals to contribute to enhancing skill development and promote economic development. The fellowship is a unique opportunity to promote skill development in district economies. The two-year blended program combines classroom sessions at host IIMs with the mentorship of Fellows while in the district. It… [Read More]
Can you name a foundation that is offering grants for food and health?
Yes, The Conservation, Food and Health Foundation seeks to protect natural resources, improve the production and distribution of food, and promote public health in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East. Fields of Interest The foundation supports special projects and programs of non-governmental organizations in three areas: conservation, food, and health. Examples of areas… [Read More]
What mistakes to avoid if I am to impress a donor?
When you contact or meet a donor, first impressions count, and avoiding these mistakes will help you put your best foot forward. Mistake #1: Not introducing yourself Do not send an email to a donor without any introduction. Donors see many emails that only contain a funding request similar to this one: “Can you fund our work… [Read More]
Why Organizational Chart is relevant for your NGO?
Organizational charts give a pictorial representation of the functioning styles of your NGO. It provides a graphic view of the hierarchical system and the levels of responsibility in an organization. It is relevant to present an organizational chart because it gives a quick, bird’s-eye view of the management structure of an NGO. Organizational charts are mostly found… [Read More]
Could you provide me with the details of opportunities meant for Climate Change Projects?
Yes, a compilation has been prepared of more than 20 grant opportunities for NGOs working on Climate Change Projects: UN Global Climate Action Awards for people who tackle Climate Change Deadline: 30-Apr-21 The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) is seeking nominations for the 2021 UN Global Climate Action Awards. Spearheaded by UN Climate Change’s Momentum… [Read More]
My NGO is established in Morocco for more than 6 years, am I eligible to apply for Enabel’s Initiatives to support Migrants here?
The Enable is launching a call for proposals for NGOs whose general objective is to contribute to the economic integration and empowerment of migrants in Morocco, through the management of funding for self-employment initiatives and post support. Yes, your NGO is eligible for this above-mentioned program, to learn more about the eligibility criteria please refer to this: In order to be eligible… [Read More]
How to write engaging case studies to demonstrate the impact of your work?
Here are a few tips on how to write engaging case studies to demonstrate the impact of your work: Start right: Set the pace of the case study right from the beginning. Start off at a very interesting note; create a mental image for the reader about the situation. Or, start with an emotionally engaging… [Read More]
How can your Volunteers help you in raising funds?
Here are some ways in which volunteers can help you in raising funds for your organization: Bringing in passion and enthusiasm: Volunteers are passionate people who are contributing their time towards a cause. This makes them special. They like to associate with your organization because of their passion, now it is up to you how… [Read More]
What are the aspects of accountability for an NGO?
As an NGO you are accountable to donors, project partners, local communities, and considering these, experts have suggested four aspects of accountability for an NGO. Upward Accountability: This refers to the responsibility of an NGO towards being accountable to funders, donors, and government institutions. As an organization, you are answerable to donors and funders about… [Read More]
What is Ukraine’s Social Action Project all about? How much will it fund?
To improve the lives of the community in the regions of Ukraine, the 2nd wave of competitions for social action projects has been launched by the British Council. The aims of the projects are: Strengthening social cohesion in Ukraine; Creation and strengthening of connections between volunteers, city authorities, business and other participants of social processes;… [Read More]
