fundsforNGOs Q&A

Grants and Resources for Sustainability

Looking for a grant opportunity funded by European Commission on human rights. Can you help?

Yes, European Commission’s new global program entitled “European Instrument for Democracy and Human Rights (EIDHR)” could be the perfect opportunity for you! The  European Commission has recently launched a Global Proposals for the 2020 European Instrument for Democracy and Human Rights (EIDHR), to support civil society to become an effective force for political reform and… [Read More]

Women Empowerment Award for Sub-Saharan Africa, what benefits does this award offer? 

The Bayer Foundation’s Women Empowerment Award offers a variety of benefits which are as follows: Awards: A unique award for outstanding female entrepreneurs, boosting their growth through Bayer’s network. 5 winners. Each to receive 25,000 EUR cash and 25,000 EUR in-kind. Growth Accelerator: 24 weeks of tailored support, training for scaling, how to tackle barriers in the… [Read More]

How to develop Bye-laws for my NGO?

By-law is a rule established by an organization to regulate its activities and manage internal affairs. Well defined and clear set of by-laws provide a clear structure to the NGOs and facilitates in smooth functioning.  Along with providing consistency in working, by-laws also help in developing networks with local organizations and government entities. It is… [Read More]

Have nominations opened for the Social Worker of the Year Awards?

Yes, nominations are now open for the Social Worker of the Year Awards 2021. The event will highlight social workers’ outstanding work during the last 12 months and turn their focus towards supporting people to reconnect and to move forward from their experiences during the pandemic. Eligibility Criteria The Social Worker of the Year awards… [Read More]

What are the areas of USAID funding and how and where can I find the USAID funding opportunities?

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) releases a wide range of federal grant opportunities for the developing nations with the aim of furthering its objectives of saving lives, reducing poverty, strengthening democratic governance and progress; by means of humanitarian assistance and international development efforts. USAID works in over 100 countries in the areas… [Read More]

What is Gender Mainstreaming?

According to the Council of Europe, “Gender mainstreaming is the (re) organization, improvement, development and evaluation of decision-making processes, with the aim of incorporating the perspective of equality between women and men in all fields and at all levels, by the actors generally involved in the implementation of policies”. “Gender mainstreaming” therefore implies that we… [Read More]

What comes first, a strategic plan or fundraising strategy?

You have to have a plan or strategy which details what your aims and objectives are as an organisation over the next 3-5 years and which, a fundraising strategy feeds into. There are many NGOs that operate without a strategic plan and just have a simple fundraising plan which is centred on securing income to… [Read More]

What is done by Red Cross for flood affected people in Vietnam?

Red Cross is ramping up relief as catastrophic floods have affected five million people in central Vietnam. Viet Nam Red Cross disaster response teams have been working alongside local authorities in all provinces to provide relief assistance as the floods and landslides worsen by the hour. President, Viet Nam Red Cross Society, Mdm. Nguyen Thi… [Read More]