The term “Non-Governmental Organization” (NGO) first came in to use in the year 1945. The term was coined during one of the conferences of The United Nations, as a measure to distinguish organizations from inter-governmental and member organizations. Though the term NGO received recognition only after 1945, studies suggest that several organizations were actively engaged… [Read More]
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Where to find relevant information about Reproductive Health and rights of women who use drugs?
This guide is aimed at those who work with and advocate for women who use drugs in all their diversity. It equips them with practical, evidence-based interventions which will help advance the sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) of women who use drugs. It is based on the experiences of Frontline AIDS partners and… [Read More]
How to start an NGO?
Starting an NGO is a time-consuming process and requires a great deal of research, discussions, paperwork and expert advice. So before investing your time and energy into it, make sure that this is what you want to do. Devote time in meeting people who are engaged in NGO work and seek their help to understand… [Read More]
Can you give me a list of management policies used by NGOs?
Here is a checklist of policies and other management systems necessary for NGOs to run effective organizations and mobilize resources for development work. Organizational Chart for your NGO Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Statement in NGOs Leadership Succession Plan for your NGO Human Resource Management System for NGOs Job Descriptions for NGO Staff Personnel… [Read More]
Mali and neighbouring countries are affected by humanitarian crisis, is there any financial aid available for them?
Yes, The Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS) has launched a call for proposals for the Regional Emergency Initiative in favour of populations affected by the humanitarian crisis in Mali and neighbouring countries. The initiative aims to intervene in the following sector’s priorities for AICS with the aim also of consolidating and giving continuity to… [Read More]
What is a Matching Contribution and from where can my NGO get it?
Often you must have come across in RFPs and other donor proposal guidelines that only 90% of funding will be given for the project. So where will the 10% come from? This 10% is referred to as the matching contribution towards the project. It does not mean that the donor agency is refusing to take… [Read More]
What kind of tricks can be done for donor retention?
A high donor retention rate means less resources spent, and more received. So, NGOs need to work on donor acquisition and retention strategies too. Here are some simple but very effective tips for NGO to achieve good retention rates. Know your donors:Knowing the donors and their intent towards investing in social causes is the first… [Read More]
What is a Baseline Study and how can I design it?
A Baseline study measures specific conditions after a project has been designed, based on the indicators stated in the log frame. It is an analysis of the current situation to identify the starting points for a programme or project. It looks at what information must be considered and analyzed to establish a baseline or starting point, against which future… [Read More]
Is there any Spain oriented grant available?
“Rising Up in Spain” has been announced which is an acceleration program to attract talent and international entrepreneurs to Spain, created and managed by ICEX-Invest in Spain, whose mission is to contribute to reinforce and internationalize the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Spain. The purpose of this call is to select fifteen (15) startups to participate, aimed… [Read More]
In the area of fund raising, who are HNIs and how to get HNIs signed-up as supporters for your organisation?
HNIs are High Net-worth Individuals, meaning those having high net worth resource with them and thus, have a high potential of giving/donating. There is no specific definition of whom to call HNI and each organisation may develop and follow their own definitions and maintain their own databases of HNIs. In the Indian context, many organisations… [Read More]
