Donors & Funding
Federal Health Minister Expresses Resentment Over Ineffective Vaccine Awareness Campaign Despite Millions in Funding
ISLAMABAD (HRNW)- Federal Minister for Health, Mustafa Kamal, chaired a high-level meeting on April 14, 2026, to conduct a detailed review of the ongoing vaccine awareness campaign. The meeting was attended by the Secretary of Health, Director General (DG) Health, and DG of the Federal Directorate of Immunization (FDI). Concerns Over Funding and Results During the…
U.S. Congress Restores $2.1 Billion for Global Democracy Programs
Washington D.C., USA (HRNW) – In a definitive legislative move, the U.S. Congress has finalized the FY2026 foreign aid budget, earmarking $2.175 billion for democracy and human rights programs. While this represents a significant cut from 2024 levels, it overrides earlier proposals to zero-out these funds entirely. The package includes $205 million specifically for the…
Civil Rights Defenders Reports 57% Surge in Emergency Aid Requests
Stockholm, Sweden (HRNW) – The Civil Rights Defenders’ Emergency Fund released its 2025-2026 impact report on April 7, revealing that it supported 2,302 human rights defenders facing immediate danger—a 57% increase from the previous year. Despite shrinking resources, the fund provided life-saving assistance across 29 countries. The report underscores a “critical gap” in global funding…
European Union Launches €50,000 Cultural Rights Grants for 2026
Brussels, Belgium (HRNW) – The European Commission, via the EUNIC “Spaces of Culture” program, opened a new call for proposals on April 1, 2026, targeting human rights and social inclusion projects. The initiative offers grants of up to €50,000 for cultural actors in Sub-Saharan Africa and Europe to co-create projects that promote gender equality and…
Ford Foundation Unveils 2026 Global Fellows to Combat Inequality
New York, USA (HRNW) – On April 7, 2026, the Ford Foundation announced its 2026 cohort of the Ford Global Fellowship, welcoming 32 new social justice leaders from Africa, Asia, the Americas, and the Middle East. Part of a $50 million, 10-year signature investment, the program provides direct resources to activists, lawyers, and artists working…
UN Human Rights Chief Launches Urgent $400 Million Global Appeal
Geneva, Switzerland (HRNW) – UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk has officially launched a $400 million funding appeal for 2026, warning that the global human rights system is in a state of “survival mode.” Despite a regular budget of $224.3 million approved by the General Assembly—which is 10% lower than last year—the Office…
Australia Awards and DFAT Grants Open for NGOs in Developing Countries
Canberra, Australia (HRNW)- The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has announced development grants and partnership programs for NGOs. 🌍 Project Focus Areas Education and scholarships Governance Economic development Climate resilience 💰 Funding Size Varies from small to large-scale funding 📋 Eligibility Criteria NGOs in developing countries Proven development experience 📝 Application Process Monitor DFAT…
Khalifa Bin Zayed Foundation Announces Global Humanitarian Grants
Abu Dhabi, UAE (HRNW)- The Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation has opened funding opportunities for NGOs engaged in humanitarian work. 🌍 Project Focus Areas Emergency relief Health and food aid Education Poverty alleviation 💰 Funding Size Project-based (medium to large grants) 📋 Eligibility Criteria Registered NGOs Experience in humanitarian work 📝 Application Process Submit…
SIDA Opens Grants for Human Rights and Democracy Projects Worldwide
Stockholm, Sweden (HRNW)- The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency has launched new funding for NGOs working on democracy and human rights. 🌍 Project Focus Areas Human rights Democracy and governance Gender equality Climate justice 💰 Funding Size From €50,000 to multi-million euros 📋 Eligibility Criteria NGOs with relevant experience Strong accountability systems 📝 Application Process…
Saudi Fund for Development Launches International NGO Funding Window
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (HRNW)- The Saudi Fund for Development has announced new funding opportunities for NGOs focusing on development and humanitarian sectors. 🌍 Project Focus Areas Infrastructure Education Health services Water and sanitation 💰 Funding Size Large-scale project funding (millions of dollars) 📋 Eligibility Criteria NGOs with strong project management capacity Experience in large-scale development…