Introduction Clare Local Development Company (CLDC) is a community-led local development organization serving County Clare, Ireland. It supports community and voluntary groups, disadvantaged individuals, families, farmers, entrepreneurs and social enterprises through funding, training, employment assistance and rural development programs. Its work covers social inclusion, rural development, community grants, enterprise support, employment, sustainable energy, climate action,… [Read More]
U.S. Mission to South Korea: Grants, Public Diplomacy and U.S.-ROK Cooperation
Introduction The U.S. Mission to South Korea represents the United States Government in the Republic of Korea and works to strengthen diplomatic, security, economic, educational and cultural relations between the two countries. Based primarily at the U.S. Embassy in Seoul, with a U.S. Consulate in Busan, the Mission also supports public diplomacy, educational exchanges, youth… [Read More]
Embassy of Japan in the Lao PDR: Development Cooperation, Grants and Community Support
Introduction The Embassy of Japan in the Lao PDR represents the Government of Japan in Laos and plays an important role in strengthening diplomatic relations, development cooperation, economic partnerships and cultural exchange between the two countries. The Embassy also manages and supports Japanese development assistance, including the Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP),… [Read More]
Victorian Veterans Council: Supporting Veterans and Commemoration in Victoria
Introduction The Victorian Veterans Council (VVC) is an independent statutory body that advises the Victorian Government on issues affecting veterans, former Australian Defence Force personnel and their families. The Council supports veterans’ wellbeing, commemorative activities, public education and community-based projects. It also oversees major funding programs, including the Anzac Day Proceeds Fund and the Victorian… [Read More]
The Foundation for Conservation of Atlantic Salmon: Funding, Grants, Programs and Conservation Impact
Introduction The Foundation for Conservation of Atlantic Salmon (FCAS) is a Canadian charitable and non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation, protection, restoration and sustainable management of wild Atlantic salmon and their freshwater habitat across Atlantic Canada and Québec. The Foundation supports community-led conservation, watershed restoration, Indigenous-led initiatives, scientific research, habitat improvement and public education designed… [Read More]
Foundation for Future London: History, Governance, Grants, Creative Funding and Community Impact
Introduction Foundation for Future London is an independent charitable grantmaker and community development organisation established in 2015 to ensure that people and communities in East London benefit from the economic, cultural and social opportunities created around Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and the East Bank cultural and education district. The Foundation concentrates much of its work… [Read More]
Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council: History, Governance, Grants, Funding and Community Impact
Introduction Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council is one of Northern Ireland’s 11 local authorities and is responsible for delivering local services, community development, economic development, planning, leisure, environmental management and a wide range of grant and funding programmes across the Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough. The Council came fully into operation on 1 April 2015 following… [Read More]
Irish Youth Foundation (UK): History, Governance, Grants and Support for Young Irish People
Introduction The Irish Youth Foundation (UK), commonly referred to as IYF (UK), is a registered grantmaking charity established in 1989 to improve the lives and opportunities of disadvantaged young Irish people and their families across Britain and Northern Ireland. The Foundation describes itself as the only national charity in Britain specifically focused on this group…. [Read More]
Workday Foundation: History, Governance, Grants, Workforce Development and Social Impact
Introduction The Workday Foundation is the philanthropic foundation associated with Workday, Inc., the enterprise technology company, and focuses on expanding economic opportunity, preparing people for in-demand careers and strengthening community resilience in a rapidly changing, AI-driven economy. Established in 2013 through a Workday stock grant, the Foundation has grown from a workforce development-focused corporate philanthropy… [Read More]
Nordic Council of Ministers: History, Governance, Grants, Research Funding and Regional Impact
Introduction The Nordic Council of Ministers is the official body for intergovernmental cooperation among the Nordic countries, bringing governments together to develop shared policies, fund collaborative projects and address regional challenges in areas such as climate, research, innovation, culture, energy, health, digitalisation and social development. Established in 1971, the organization involves Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway… [Read More]
