Introduction: Overview of CIVFUND CIVFUND is an Afro-feminist grantmaking mechanism housed under CivSource Africa. It is designed to strengthen civil society ecosystems across Africa by providing flexible, accessible, and responsive funding to grassroots organizations, feminist movements, and civic actors. CIVFUND operates as a pooled and intermediary funding platform that supports donors seeking to advance gender… [Read More]
Civil Society Development
Redland City Council: Local Government, Community Grants & Civic Support in Queensland, Australia
Introduction Redland City Council is the local government authority that governs Redland City, located in Queensland, Australia. Redland City encompasses suburban and island communities including Cleveland, Capalaba, Victoria Point, North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah), and Russell Island. The council provides essential public services, infrastructure planning, community development and local grant programs supporting community groups, events, and… [Read More]
Transatlantic Foundation: Promoting Cooperation, Civil Society Resilience, and Democratic Values Across the Atlantic
Introduction – What Is the Transatlantic Foundation? The Transatlantic Foundation (TF) is the European and EU-registered arm of the German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF), operating from its Brussels office to independently promote cooperation and understanding between the United States and Europe on key transatlantic issues and global challenges. The Foundation also focuses… [Read More]
Eastern Europe Foundation: Strengthening Civil Society and Development in Ukraine
Introduction – What Is the Eastern Europe Foundation? The Eastern Europe Foundation (often branded as the East Europe Foundation or EEF) is a Ukrainian nonprofit charitable foundation focused on fostering civil society development, effective governance, community resilience, and socioeconomic growth across Ukraine. Established with roots in the Eurasia Foundation network, it has grown into one… [Read More]
New Democracy Fund: Strengthening Civil Society and Democracy in the Eastern Neighbourhood
Introduction The New Democracy Fund (NDF) is a grant-making initiative established in 2020 by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark in response to democratic challenges faced by countries in the EU’s Eastern Neighbourhood. It operates as a partnership between Danish and regional civil society organisations to strengthen democratic development and resilience through cooperation, dialogue,… [Read More]
International Visegrad Fund (IVF): Strengthening Regional Cooperation in Central Europe
Introduction The International Visegrad Fund (IVF) is an international donor organization established to promote regional cooperation, cultural exchange, and people-to-people connections among the Visegrad Group (V4) countries—the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, and Slovakia. Founded in 2000, the fund supports projects that enhance mutual understanding, democratic values, innovation, and sustainable development within Central Europe and beyond…. [Read More]
PeaceNexus Foundation – Advancing Peace and Conflict Resolution Worldwide
Introduction — Overview of PeaceNexus Foundation The PeaceNexus Foundation is a global philanthropic organization dedicated to supporting peacebuilding, conflict prevention, and post-conflict recovery initiatives. Established in 2008, the foundation works to strengthen local capacities, networks, and partnerships to reduce conflict and promote sustainable peace around the world. History and Background PeaceNexus Foundation was created to… [Read More]
Aga Khan Foundation Canada: Advancing Global Development and Inclusive Communities
Introduction – Overview of the Aga Khan Foundation Canada The Aga Khan Foundation Canada (AKFC) is an international development organization based in Canada and part of the global Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). The foundation works to address the root causes of poverty and inequality by supporting long-term, sustainable development initiatives in Asia, Africa, and… [Read More]
Jinishian Memorial Foundation (JMF): Advancing Research, Education, and Cultural Exchange
Introduction – Overview of the Jinishian Memorial Foundation The Jinishian Memorial Foundation (JMF) is a U.S.-based philanthropic foundation dedicated to supporting education, scientific research, and cultural exchange, particularly between the United States and Armenia. Established in 1972 by John J. Jinishian, the foundation honors the legacy of his parents and promotes international understanding through targeted… [Read More]
