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Crowdsourcing Ideas For Bezos’ Philanthropy
A few days ago, popular Amazon Chief Executive, Jeff Bezos, posted a “request for ideas” on his philanthropy strategy on
U.S. Funding for Africa: Where Does It All Go?
The United States has played a critical role in providing development funding to the African continent.
How to Capture the Heart of Millennials – In Philanthropy
The world is paying much closer attention to millennials – in business, politics, and even, in philanthropy. This trend is
Promoting Indigenous Philanthropy In East Africa
An enabling environment is critical for philanthropy to thrive. In East Africa, stable political climates and increasing economic partnerships between
Ghanaian Foundation Wins 2017 Philanthropy Award
The Osei-Kusi Foundation was recently awarded ‘The Philanthropic Foundation of the Year’ at the 2017 Philanthropy Excellence Award in Ghana.
Internet and Social Media Presence of African NGOs
The Internet and Social Media has become a huge part of our lives.
A Youth Center Fulfilling Its’ Mission
Forty-four percent (44%) of Nigeria’s population is aged 14 years and younger and this adolescence bulge is poised to increase
Tackling Down Syndrome in Africa
According to the World Health Organization, the incidence of Down syndrome is around 1 in 1000 births globally.
Top Women in African Philanthropy Part 2
Toyin Saraki Nigeria Toyin Saraki is the Founder and President of the Wellbeing Foundation Africa. The core focal points of
Top Women in African Philanthropy: Part I
In celebration of International Women’s month, we are featuring African women philanthropists in our ‘Top Women in African Philanthropy’ series.
Ongoing/Available on a Rolling Basis
The Noel Buxton Trust is currently accepting applications for its Africa Grants, with an aim to support and protect street children, and help them find safe and sustainable livelihoods.The maximum grant is £5,000 per year for up to three years.
Deadline: Ongoing
Click here to apply.
The Fund has a special emphasis on mitigating the effect of COVID 19 on Women’s Rights. The funding comes from Global Affairs Canada and is being augmented by funds from UK Aid.
Available on a Rolling Basis
Click here to apply.
Charitable Grants will only be offered to organizations responding directly to COVID-19 that are also demonstrating how their intervention moves towards longer term adaptation and systemic/sustainable impact beyond the immediate outbreak.
Deadline: Ongoing
Click here to apply.
Past Grants
Crowdsourcing Ideas For Bezos’ Philanthropy
A few days ago, popular Amazon Chief Executive, Jeff Bezos, posted a “request for ideas” on his philanthropy strategy on
U.S. Funding for Africa: Where Does It All Go?
The United States has played a critical role in providing development funding to the African continent.
How to Capture the Heart of Millennials – In Philanthropy
The world is paying much closer attention to millennials – in business, politics, and even, in philanthropy. This trend is
Promoting Indigenous Philanthropy In East Africa
An enabling environment is critical for philanthropy to thrive. In East Africa, stable political climates and increasing economic partnerships between
Ghanaian Foundation Wins 2017 Philanthropy Award
The Osei-Kusi Foundation was recently awarded ‘The Philanthropic Foundation of the Year’ at the 2017 Philanthropy Excellence Award in Ghana.
Internet and Social Media Presence of African NGOs
The Internet and Social Media has become a huge part of our lives.
A Youth Center Fulfilling Its’ Mission
Forty-four percent (44%) of Nigeria’s population is aged 14 years and younger and this adolescence bulge is poised to increase
Tackling Down Syndrome in Africa
According to the World Health Organization, the incidence of Down syndrome is around 1 in 1000 births globally.
Top Women in African Philanthropy Part 2
Toyin Saraki Nigeria Toyin Saraki is the Founder and President of the Wellbeing Foundation Africa. The core focal points of
Top Women in African Philanthropy: Part I
In celebration of International Women’s month, we are featuring African women philanthropists in our ‘Top Women in African Philanthropy’ series.