November 12, 2007 - 11:22am — marina
Latest funding and other opportunities for your project!
Fastest approaching deadlines are listed at the bottom!
One World Youth Project's 2008 Project Ambassador Application is now available! - Deadline: 29th May 2008
Are you between 16 and 28 years old? Do you care about education and cultural exchange? Do you have an interest in the UN Millennium Development Goals? Do you want to help inspire youth to take positive action? One World Youth Project is a unique educational program pairing schools & youth groups around the world for the purpose of cultural exchange and collaborative community service toward the achievement of the UN Millennium Development Goals. By becoming a One World Youth Project Ambassador you join an international team of youth working hard to make a positive difference in the world! For more information visit: http://oneworldyouthproject.org
YouthActionNet® Global Fellowship Program - Deadline: 22nd May 2008
Launched in 2001 by the International Youth Foundation, YouthActionNet® strengthens, supports, and celebrates the role of young people in leading positive change in their communities. Each year, 20 exceptional young social entrepreneurs are selected as YouthActionNet® Global Fellows following a competitive application process. The yearlong Fellowship program includes a seven-day capacity building retreat in Washington DC (all expenses paid), networking, advocacy, and access to potential funding opportunities. Applications for the 2008 Global Fellows program are due no later than May 15, 2008 -- for more information about eligibility and how to apply, please visit www.youthactionnet.org or contact Dana Ledyard at d.ledyard@iyfnet.org or + 1 410 951 2331.
Atlas Corps Fellowship: Deadline Extended until 18th May 2008, now available worldwide
Atlas Corps - www.atlascorps.org/apply.html - seeks nonprofit leaders from around the world to apply for their 2008 Fellowship positions in Washington, DC and Bogota, Colombia. Any nonprofit leader, from any country, with a college degree, about 3-8 years of nonprofit experience, English fluency and a commitment to return to their country may apply. All expenses are paid for in this program including visa, travel, training, health care, living stipend and a $2,500 end of service award. Fellows are placed at outstanding Host organizations like Ashoka, Compartamos con Colombia, Grameen Foundation, Population Action International, TechnoServe, Conexion Colombia, GlobalGiving, Fundación Saldarriaga Concha and more. They are enrolled in a management development program and join a growing network of nonprofit leaders from around the world. The deadline is May 18, however candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible because as good matches are found for the Hosts, positions are filled. For more information, please go to http://www.atlascorps.org/apply.html and send all questions and application materials to apply@atlascorps.org.
World of Children grants – Deadline: 30th April 2008
World of Children, a non-for profit dedicated to identifying and supporting social innovators who are pioneering life-changing programs on behalf of children all over the world, is accepting nominations for the 2008 World of Children Awards.World of Children will award two grants of up to $100,000 each to those who have pioneered successful programs that have improved children’s lives in the areas of education, health, social services, humanitarian service, medicine or the sciences. Additionally, there are two grants of up to $25,000 each for youth up to 21 years old that are making extraordinary contributions to the lives of other children. For more information: www.worldofchildren.org
Peace Child Be the Change Program – Deadline: 31st March 2008
Be The Change aims to empower young people around the world to "be the change they want to see in the world." If you have an idea or a project – any kind of community improvement which could be funded for up to $1000 (business start-up, social programme, training event – you choose!) - do get your application in before the 31st March 2008. For more information: www.peacechild.org
SEED AWARDS – Deadline: 16th March 2008
Do you have an entrepreneurial or innovative idea that is locally-driven and has great potential to contribute to sustainable development in developing countries? The SEED Initiative is seeking submissions for "The 2008 SEED Awards for Entrepreneurship in Sustainable Development". We welcome innovative ideas from any group in a developing country, which is working in partnership with others to generate environmental and social benefits in an entrepreneurial way. For information about the SEED Awards: www.seedinit.org