Yes, during these challenging times of pandemic when the effects of it are inevitable, some foundation like Lilly Endowment is contributing towards the youth-serving Nonprofits in Indiana. For many years, the Endowment has supported youth-serving organizations focused on education success, social development, leadership and character development and child protection, among other aims. Recently, the Endowment… [Read More]
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On average how long does it take to hear back from a funder after the deadline?
Many of the big funders such as USAID and UKAID can take up to ten weeks to give you the outcome of your application. In some cases, it can be more, depending on the competition. As long as you get a receipt from the funder, confirming that your application has been submitted, then you just… [Read More]
Is there a training manual or a guidebook on how to implement a project to reduce child poverty?
For the best experience, I suggest you to take a look at Arigatou International’s An Interfaith Guide to End Child Poverty: Inspire. Act. Change. that will provide you with the resources to equip you and faith leaders, faith communities and organisations with the relevant knowledge and skills needed to address child poverty effectively. This Resource… [Read More]
How to raise fund for an NGO?
5 Steps to Fundraising Success for Small and Grassroots NGOs Step 1: Know your organization’s needs Step 2. Research donors that are a match for your NGO Step 3. Network and reach out to these donors before sending a proposal Step 4. Develop a great application Step 5. Follow up and persist
What is the Results-based Management approach?
Normally favoured particularly by organizations and agencies that are part of or are linked to the United Nations, the Results-based Management approach is a cyclical approach that considers at the same time, strategy, people, processes and measures, so as to improve decision-making, transparency and accountability. It is essential to exercise sound management, in accordance with… [Read More]
Is there any contribution made by Open Society Foundations towards COVID Response?
Yes, Open Society Foundations has made several contributions to combat the devastation in the wake of coronavirus—focusing on communities too often left out and left-back by government policy. Recently, the foundation has committed $70 million in support of emergency relief for vulnerable communities, and the funding will support work by foundation partners in Africa, Asia,… [Read More]
What are the qualities of a successful fundraiser?
If you are into fundraising, here is a check-list of what can make you a successful fundraiser: Passion, confidence and creativity: You believe in the cause you are supporting, or are raising funds for. So, you ‘ask’ confidently as you believe how your donor’s money can transform lives. You are creative and constantly willing to… [Read More]
My application got rejected, doesn’t the donor like small NGOs? Does he hate me?
No, it is not like that. If you zoom in the picture, you will get to know that donors do not hate you, but they may overlook the value your NGO offers. It means you have not effectively proven to donors that your organisation does indeed have value. The reason application is ignored or rejected… [Read More]
My NGO is organising a training programme, and we want to make it more effective. Can you help me with some tips?
Yes! Indeed, we can help you out in making your training program more effective. But first, you should have a clear idea about the importance of Capacity Building and how, with a systematic approach, you can bring about a positive change in society at large through training as a project activity. It demands planning long… [Read More]
How to master the art of writing powerful Concept Notes for fundraising?
A concept note is a shortest and quickest way to reach out to donor agencies with your fundraising requests and find out if your project can get funded. It saves tons of time and work for both NGOs and donor agencies to know about the project idea and whether or not it can get funded… [Read More]
