Yes, The Techstars has launched a call for proposals for the Eastern Pacific Accelerator Program, this program focuses on innovations in the maritime industry. The history of breakthrough technology is the history of people, teams, and partners working in sync to achieve their goals and scale their ideas. By bringing together ambitious founders and corporations, Techstars enables… [Read More]
What are the types of Scams NGOs should be aware of?
An online scam is a fraudulent activity carried out over the Internet by providing incorrect information to steal money or assets from victims. Online scams are one of the biggest threats to businesses and governments around the world as they end up with severe financial losses and mental and emotional harassment of victims. NGOs in developing countries are most vulnerable to… [Read More]
I am looking for a program that will help women entrepreneurs from indigenous peoples and local communities brush their skills. Can you assist me in finding one?
Hi, I’d love to assist you. I have found something that might interest you: the WIPO Indigenous and Local Community Women Entrepreneurship Program. And, you will be delighted to know that its applications are now open! The WIPO Indigenous and Local Community Women Entrepreneurship Program will: encourage women entrepreneurship, innovation and creativity related to traditional… [Read More]
I am in need of grant support for the Socio-Economic Development of Communities in Niger, can you help?
The U.S. Embassy Niamey / Bureau of African Affairs, Office of Economic and Regional Affairs (AF/ERA) at the U.S. Department of State (DOS), announces this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for The Ambassador’s Special Self-Help (SSH) to Support the Socio-Economic development of communities in Niger. The Ambassador’s Special Self-Help (SSH) program, is a grass-roots assistance program that allows U.S. embassies… [Read More]
I am 24 years old from Bangladesh, and I would like to know how long does the e-course on Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) and Young People take to complete?
Hey! As far as the e-course is concerned, the participants have freedom of choice to attend the offline class at their convenience, and each class will be online for 2 weeks. However, there might be some live classes too, depending on the need. The e-course takes about 30- 60 minutes per class. There will be… [Read More]
How to Create a Communications Plan for Your NGO?
A communications plan is a document that guides the external communications efforts of an organization. It helps an NGO strategically focus its communication and outreach efforts around a certain set of goals – usually the mission and objectives of an organization. A communications plan is necessary to help an NGO effectively promote its work in… [Read More]
I am from Indiana, and I would like to know if, during COVID-19, any foundation is contributing to the Nonprofits that serve youth?
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]
I want to scale up fundraising, may I know of any crowdfunding campaign that will help me to achieve the same?
Yes, there is a virtual training program and crowdfunding campaign named ‘The GlobalGiving Accelerator’ that will help to take fundraising to the next level. Following an optional one-week training curriculum, applicants’ will be entered into an Accelerator campaign where they’ll raise at least $5,000 total from a minimum of 40 different donors in order to… [Read More]
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]
