You might already know that the United States has been the world’s largest provider of bilateral assistance in health. Since 2009, American taxpayers generously have funded more than $100 billion in health assistance, and nearly $70 billion in humanitarian aid, around the world. After the outbreak of the novel coronavirus, the U.S. is continuously making… [Read More]
Are any organizations using technology to protect vulnerable children and women during the pandemic?
Yes! Organizations like UNICEF and Microsoft Corp. are continuously making an effort to use technology in such a way that it could help the people and serve them to a great extent during these unprecedented times. Recently they have launched a new version of Primero: open-source case management web application that helps social service providers coordinate critical support to vulnerable children and women…. [Read More]
As we all know that tobacco is injurious to health, any organisation doing something to assist people in quitting it?
Quitting tobacco is challenging, especially with the added social and economic stresses that have come as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Worldwide around 780 million people say that they want to quit, but only 30% of them have access to the tools that can help them do so. Recently, WHO launches a year-long global… [Read More]
I am looking for a grant opportunity funded by the European Commission on the fight against corruption, can you help me?
Yes, Dear, we are here to help you! Recently, the European Commission has launched a call for applications on the Fight Against Corruption to fund activities supporting the fight against corruption in budgeting and public procurement at local levels, risk assessment and prevention of corruption in sectors with high corruption risks, prevention of the use of financial and professional services… [Read More]
Is there any update about small farmers’ income getting a boost in Nepal?
Yes! To stimulate job creation and increase the income of farmers through an effective transformation of the agricultural markets in Nepal the Government of Switzerland and the Government of Nepal have signed an agreement of US$10.7 million. According to the agreement signed on November 29 between the two governments, Switzerland will contribute to the Nepal… [Read More]
Many countries are contributing to COVID-19 tests, treatments and vaccines. Can you throw some light on Canada’s contribution, if any?
Yes! Definitely. Like other countries, Canada is also making an effort to contribute to these unprecedented times. The COVID-19 pandemic continues to have a profound global impact, with its wide-reaching effects amplified for vulnerable populations both in Canada and around the world. The eradication of the virus will only be possible until it will eradicate… [Read More]
Are there any grants for Mental Health Awareness Training?
Hi Dear! Yes, there are! The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), Center for Mental Health Services (CMHS) is accepting applications for fiscal year (FY) 2021 Mental Health Awareness Training grants (Short Title: MHAT). Purpose The purpose of this program is to: Train individuals (e.g., school personnel, emergency first responders, law enforcement, veterans, armed services members… [Read More]
I have heard that in the UK, some people have received the first dose of COVID-19, have they?
Hi Dear! Whatever you have heard is true, as recently in the first week of the most extensive vaccination programme in British history, more than 137,000 people in the UK have received the first dose of the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine The government has released provisional figures which show at least 137,897 people received their first… [Read More]
Any update about African Development Bank supporting women entrepreneurs in Sudan to grow their business?
Yes! Lately, the Board of Directors of the African Development Bank has approved a $14.96 million project to assist women entrepreneurs in Sudan access finance and grow their businesses. The Accelerating Women’s Entrepreneurship and Access to Finance (AWEAF) project will address capacity, financing, and knowledge gaps for Sudan’s women entrepreneurs. The financing for the project comes in the form of a… [Read More]
How does a Gantt Chart help the donor agencies?
For the donor, this is quite helpful as it provides a quick overview of project activities and the corresponding deliverables at a glance. It helps the donor understand almost complete project execution plan through a single chart! It helps the NGO/Project Agency also in getting a reviewed look at the various activities and how the… [Read More]
