Videos have always been an unparalleled method to get the viewer to experience your world. So many NGOs are focusing on ethical photography and videography in their fundraising campaigns also. It should be ethical because it needs to ensure that the confidentiality of beneficiary information and consent is of paramount importance. For NGOs, storytelling is… [Read More]

Yes, definitely! The Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity programme is a funded fellowship based at the International Inequalities Institute at the London School of Economics and Political Science. It is one of seven interconnected Atlantic Fellowships worldwide. The programme is looking for Fellows who are bold and ready to challenge power; who see… [Read More]

Yes! The European Union (EU) has launched a proposal for Promoting the Universal Reproductive Sexual Health and Rights of Vulnerable Adolescents in Africa. The focus of the call is on strengthening public and community health systems to better respond to the needs of these groups, including planning and provision of sexuality education and SRHR information… [Read More]

Networking with Donor Agencies is really important. One of the primary reasons for your NGO to network with public, private, or corporate foundations is to share your story. The more information you can share with others, the more your message is distributed, the more you increase the chances of someone hearing about the good work… [Read More]

Yes, you can apply for the Creating Hope in Conflict: a Humanitarian Grand Challenge program to receive funding of up to $250,000 for new ideas, and up to $3,000,000 for proven solutions ready to scale up, as well as mentorship, resources and ongoing supports. These innovations will involve input from affected communities in order to… [Read More]

To improve either your individual fundraising skills or the effectiveness of an organisation’s fundraising you first need to understand where you are. There are a number of tools and strategies that can be employed to measure the efficiency of your fundraising, highlight strengths and weakness and showcase opportunities to make a greater impact. How do… [Read More]

An Annual Report is a document drafted by NGOs to disseminate the results of all the activities designed and developed in the past twelve months. This report is important for three main reasons: The reports give the opportunity to share with your donors and the wider audience the achievements of your NGO The writing of… [Read More]

The top 12 tips that will help NGOs in building sustainability are mentioned below: 1. Review your current practices Before discussing sustainability with an existing or potential recipient of funding, review your current practices and make improvements.  Does your (online) application form include anything on sustainability? Are you clearly communicating what it is you expect… [Read More]

Yes, The Direct Aid Program (DAP) is a small grants program funded by the Australian Government and managed through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). The Australian Consulate-General in Kolkata manages the DAP in east and northeast India. It supports projects that have a strong development focus, contributes to poverty reduction, and strengthen… [Read More]

Yes, Applications are now open for the 2020 School Enterprise Challenge to support teachers and students to set up a real business at their school, it is a free educational programme that teaches business and life skills. Benefits Benefits for students Get practical experience running a REAL business; Learn essential life skills; Be part of… [Read More]