fundsforNGOs Q&A

Grants and Resources for Sustainability

My enterprise provides clean off-grid energy solutions in Zambia, therefore, I am looking for a relevant funding opportunity, can you assist? 

I assume that we have brought you information about an opportunity that exactly matches your interest. The United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) is currently accepting applications for Debt Funding to Strengthen Clean Off-Grid Energy Sector in Zambia. UNCDF recognizes the challenges currently faced by the supply side of off-grid energy that includes increasing costs… [Read More]

Which Grants are currently open for Youth and Youth-led NGOs around the world?  

UNESCO Call for Proposals 2021: Silk Roads Youth Research Grant ($10,000) Deadline: 18-Apr-21 The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), with the support of the National Commission of the People’s Republic of China for UNESCO, has launched the ‘Silk Roads Youth Research Grant’ within the framework of the Social and Human Sciences Sector…[more] World Bank Group Youth… [Read More]

How to Write Concept Notes?

The First Steps towards developing a Proper Concept Note If you have a project idea in mind and you know the right donor agency to apply, then it is fairly easy to come up with a proper concept note. So the first step here is your project idea! You should then start searching for your… [Read More]

What is required of a candidate to apply for the Einstein Foundation Award? 

Einstein Foundation Award is open to any researcher or group of researchers, organization, or institution from any part of the world. To be eligible for the Early Career Research Award, candidates must hold a doctorate or have equivalent research experience and should have been an independent researcher for no longer than five years. What is… [Read More]

I have demonstrated a track record of entrepreneurialism and commitment to innovation, which grant meets my interest?  

Yes, you can go ahead with the TechWomen program that encourages people with diverse backgrounds and skills to apply, including individuals with disabilities. TechWomen connects and supports the next generation of women leaders in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics by providing them the access and opportunities to advance their careers and pursue their dreams. Preference will be… [Read More]

Which call is intended to increase access to education for refugee and displaced children in Sub-Saharan Africa?

With the motive to increase access to education for refugee and displaced children and youth a call has been launched by Global Affairs Canada. This call is part of the department’s campaign ‘Together for Learning’ – Education for refugee, other forcibly-displaced and host community children and youth, which aims to promote quality education and lifelong… [Read More]

How NGOs can raise non-financial support for their cause?

Non-profits need resources to run themselves. These resources are not limited to financial resources. If properly planned and sought, non-financial resources can also play a crucial role in the growth and development of a non-profit organization. What are these non-financial resources that NGOs must look out for? How can they raise these resources? Some of… [Read More]

How to make a first contact with corporate donors?

Many-a-times, nonprofits need to make a lot of efforts to reach out to a corporate, to make them listen to what they have to ask for, and to tell them why they stand out by the good work they do. Being able to schedule a meeting with them is a good indication for the potential… [Read More]