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Donor Appreciation in Fundraising Strategy

In the latest edition of Moving Forward – a newsletter designed to help nonprofits exchange ideas and learn from one another to unlock the sector’s full potential, the CEO of CareerSeekers, gives insight into approaches to donor appreciation — and why prioritizing these efforts is so critical. Noting that building and maintaining relationships with partners

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CfP: Civica Mobilitas Partnership Action Grants (Deadline: 5 December)

Target group: CSOs and non-profit research institutions, formally registered networks, coalitions, alliances, or platforms in North Macedonia Aim: Civica Mobilitas supports civil society in promoting social change in (strategic) areas such as good governance, decentralization, and social inclusion. Amount: MKD 3.000.000 – 4.500.000 Duration: 9-10 months Link to the original call (Civica Mobilitas)

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CfP: Open Call for Slovak Challenge Fund (Deadline: 10 December)

Target group: CSOs and private sector entities from North Macedonia and Moldova Aim: The objective of the Slovak Challenge Fund is to facilitate the transfer of Slovak know-how and innovative solutions that would address development challenges identified by the respective UNDP Country Offices and contribute to the SDGs’ achievement. Amount: USD 20.000 – 40.000 Duration:

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CfP: International Climate Initiative (Deadline: 13 December)

Target group: non-profit CSOs and academic institutions (universities and research institutions), non-profit companies that have a registered office in Germany at the time of the grant approval Aim: To strengthen civil society actors and their international networks, by enabling Germany-based CSO to work in collaboration with local partners in selected ODA-eligible implementing countries to put

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CfP: The Netherlands’ Fund for Regional Partnerships – MATRA (Deadline: 22 December)

Target group: CSOs working within the areas of judiciary, fundamental rights, media freedom, fight against corruption, public procurement, and financial control in Serbia Aim: The Netherlands Fund for Regional Partnership MATRA (‘MAatschappelijke TRAnsformatie’ is Dutch for ‘societal transformation’) is a program aimed at supporting activities in the areas of democracy, the rule of law, and

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CfP: The Endangered Landscapes Programme (Deadline: 13 February)

Target group: CSOs with the possibility for private entities as project partners Aim: Planning Grants aim to catalyze the development of landscape restoration plans across Europe. Funding could support the work needed to build alliances, establish baselines for biodiversity, prepare landscape restoration plans, and/or draft funding proposals. Amount: up to USD 100.000 Duration: 24 months

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CfA: International Conference e-Society.mk: Cyber Resilience for Freedom and Security (Happening: 6-7 December)

Target group: Activists, experts, journalists, civil servants, and supporters from the Western Balkans Countries: Western Balkans Short description: The conference will discuss privacy and security in the digital age, as well as fostering and nurturing a cyber-resilient society. These topics will be addressed through panel discussions on the digital transformation of public administration and societies

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CfA: Regional Youth Leadership Mobility Programme (RYLMP) 2022/23 (Deadline: 22 December)

Target group: 21-30 years old representatives from academia and CSOs, young professionals, and youth activists Countries: Albania, North Macedonia, and Serbia Short description: RYLMP specifically targets youth interested in active participation in solving youth-related challenges and creating new solutions through data-driven advocacy. This includes recently graduated students, MA or Ph.D. students, and youth activists. Link

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CfA: Call for Nominations for Democracy Award 2022 (Deadline: 20 January 2023)

Target group: non-governmental organizations, unregistered initiatives as well as individuals who have contributed to the democratization of Kosovar society through their work and dedication. Countries: Kosovo Short description: Engagement for Joint Action (EJA Kosovo) is a KCSF program that supports civil society initiatives through grants, annual democracy awards, and capacity building with the overall aim

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CfA: Jacobs Foundation 2023 Research Fellowship Program (Deadline: 23 January)

Target group: early and mid-career researchers whose work is dedicated to improving the learning and development of children Countries: International Short description: The Jacobs Foundation Research Fellowship Program is a globally competitive fellowship program for early and mid-career researchers whose work is dedicated to improving the learning and development of children and youth worldwide. The

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CfA: Human Rights Advocates Program – Columbia University (Deadline: 17 January)

Target group: human rights activists working with CSOs Countries: International Short description: The Program is designed for human rights activists working with NGOs on issues including sexual and gender-based violence, minority rights, LGBTQI+ rights, labor rights, indigenous peoples’ rights, migration, health, social exclusion, environmental justice, disability rights, and corporate social accountability. Link to more information

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