Yes, presently, various prestigious international funding agencies have come up with their small grant programme, many with ongoing deadlines. NGOs, especially the grass-roots one, shouldn’t stress on funding at all. Why not start on small grants? We have recently compiled all significant opportunities offering small grants for NGOs. Well, we understand that for most of… [Read More]
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What is Ubuntu United Nations offering?
Your question could also be of assistance to others because it is a grand opportunity for youth leaders around the globe! The Ubuntu United Nations (UUN) is offering Building Bridges: Igniting Youth Action for Unity in Diversity to promote ethics of care, building of bridges and servant leadership, underpinned by the Ubuntu philosophy and it… [Read More]
I am tired of following deadlines for different grant opportunities. Whenever I decide to apply, it is the single big factor that influence the whole process. Are there any donors that do not adhere to strict deadlines or accept proposals round the year?
It is quite right that most grants have fixed deadlines and donor agencies seek proposals within the given timeframe. But not every donor organization wants to control this. Some donors do not fix deadlines and accept proposals round the year, and therefore, Evergreen grants are flexible, and you can fix your deadline to submit your… [Read More]
‘Eco-Hero Awards’, what is it all about?
The Action For Nature (AFN), a non-profit organization has launched the International Young Eco-Hero Awards to recognize and reward the successful individual environmental initiatives of young people ages 8 to 16. AFN encourages young people around the world to carry out individual environmental action projects. They believe that young people can have a positive impact… [Read More]
I am a social worker in Africa and planning to start an NGO. What things should I consider before establishing an NGO?
Anyone can start an NGO, but you’ll need more than just a great idea to make it work. It will not be easy, establishing an NGO wherever you are in the world can be an exhausting and challenging process, especially at the beginning. People of all ages and backgrounds in every country in the world… [Read More]
Has UN Women lately announced any grant?
Yes! UN Women Kyrgyzstan is announcing a call for proposal for a Responsible Partner (RP) to fulfil the complex set of tasks with the view of promoting favourable social norms, attitudes and behaviours at the institutional, community, and individual level to prevent violence against women and girls (VAWG) and harmful practices (HP) applying innovative Gender… [Read More]
Is there any grant available that educate people regarding gender-based violence in the workplace?
Yes! The Advancing Learning and Innovation on Gender Norms (ALIGN) project is inviting proposals for its second funding round. The new micro-grant scheme aims to support knowledge generation, synthesis and brokering to understand effective action on the gender norms that underpin gender-based violence in the workplace. Workplaces include any place where people are engaged in… [Read More]
How NGOs can form a strategic plan?
Here is how to form a strategic plan for your NGO: Decide who will facilitate the discussions and who will participate. Ensure all key stakeholders participate in the process, as that is the best way possible to devise a strategic plan. The analysis must begin with an attempt towards understanding the internal environment, which means… [Read More]
Why Do Donors Hate Me?
Many small, grassroots, and start-up NGOs eagerly look for their first grant to grow their program. But after sending out dozens of request for funding by post and email to scores of donors they either never hear back or are rejected. Here are some of the main reasons you get ignored or rejected: Donors get… [Read More]
I am looking forward to a grant that Support entrepreneurs in India?
Hi! NMDC Innovation & Incubation Centre (NICE) has announced a call for proposals for the NICE Fellowship Program to support entrepreneurs in converting their raw ideas into a fully-functional product. The fellowship program offers the opportunity to entrepreneurs who are passionate about working on the deep tech startup idea. The program is designed to provide… [Read More]
