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| For the month of November 2007 |
Industry News
Report Looks at Community Foundations
around the World
Transatlantic
Community Foundation
The Transatlantic Community Foundation Network (TCFN) was created by the Bertelsmann Stiftung with the support and advice of the C.S. Mott Foundation. TCFN's report, “The Future of Community Foundations: A Transatlantic Perspective,” examines the roles and future of community foundations across the globe, and how they can address the unique challenges that they face. The publication also features reports on community foundations in specific countries, including Bulgaria, Canada, the Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Poland, Russia, Slovakia, and the United Kingdom. Progress Report Available on United
Nations' Millennium Development Goals
UN
Millennium Development Goals
The United Nations has published a report on the status of its Millennium Development Goals, which form a blueprint for development and advancement through a target date of 2015. Concerns addressed include eradicating extreme poverty and hunger, achieving universal primary education, promoting gender equality, reducing child mortality, improving maternal health, combating disease, ensuring environmental sustainability, and developing a partnership for global development. Since the Goals are at the midpoint between their adoption and target date, the report examines what progress has been made toward the Goals and what remains to be done. Conferences and Trainings
Conference Gathers Community Development
Professionals
2007
Enterprise Community Conference
The 2007 Enterprise Community Conference will bring together community development professionals from across the United States to learn about the latest trends in affordable housing solutions. The conference will offer new and improved workshops, informative networking roundtable discussions, and Mobile Learning Labs. Students and others interested in the community development and housing fields are also encouraged to attend. The conference will be held November 14-16, 2007, in Cleveland, OH. Visit the website listed above for conference details. Conference Debates the Role of Philanthropy
in Funding European Research
European
Forum on Philanthropy and Research Funding Launch Conference
The European Forum on Philanthropy and Research Funding Launch Conference, a project of the European Foundation Centre, an international association of foundations and corporate funders that seeks to advance the public good in Europe and beyond, will debate the role of philanthropy in funding European research. Participants will discuss four key issues: research funding policies of philanthropic organizations; legal, regulatory, and fiscal issues relating to donors and philanthropic organizations; governance and ethical issues relating to philanthropic support of research; and fundraising by universities from philanthropic sources. The conference is open to research stakeholders and will provide a program of interest to representatives of philanthropic organizations involved in supporting research activities, universities and research institutes, public administrations, and other interested parties. The conference takes place December 4, 2007, in Brussels, Belgium. Conference Explores Indigenous Issues
International
Funders for Indigenous Peoples
Regional Convening
International Funders for Indigenous Peoples, a network of funders who actively support and seek to increase funding opportunities for Indigenous Peoples, is hosting a regional conference, themed “Awakening Consciousness and Forming Alliances: Indigenous Peoples and Philanthropy.” The convening seeks to bring donors and Indigenous leaders from around the world together to discuss emerging issues facing Indigenous communities. It will also explore new approaches to funding and provide strategies relevant to Indigenous issues and concerns, primarily in Mexico and Central America. Session tracks include cultural identity and globalization, indigenous rights: policy and practice, and methodologies and effective strategies. The conference will be held January 18-20, 2008, in Querétaro, Mexico. Funding Opportunities Peace Efforts Supported
Sasakawa
Peace Foundation
The Sasakawa Peace Foundation seeks to contribute to the welfare of humankind and the sound development of the international community, and thus to world peace, by conducting activities fostering international understanding, exchange, and cooperation, as well as efforts to promote these activities. Current areas of interest include the coexistence of pluralistic values and fostering human security and private nonprofit activities. Private nonprofit organizations, institutions of higher education, and related organizations are eligible to apply. Applications are accepted at any time; the board reviews grants quarterly. Support Provided for Habitat and
Wildlife Conservation
SeaWorld & Busch
Gardens Conservation Fund
The mission of the SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund is to work on behalf of wildlife and habitats worldwide, encouraging sustainable solutions through support of species research, habitat protection, animal rescue and rehabilitation, and conservation education. The Fund supports nonprofit organizations, zoological organizations, institutions of higher education, government agencies, and individuals. Previous grants have ranged from US $5,000-$25,000. Applications are due by December 1, 2007. Intel Supports Education and Environment
Programs in Company Communities
Intel
Corporate Affairs International Contributions
Intel Corporation is committed to maintaining and enhancing the quality of life in the communities where the company has a major presence. The primary giving focus is education, including programs that advance science, math, and technology education. Intel is also committed to the responsible use of natural resources, and funding for environmental programs will be considered. Within this broad category, Intel continues to give priority to programs with educational and technological components. Support is provided to organizations in company communities in Costa Rica, China, Ireland, India, Israel, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Russia. The program has no specific application deadlines. Support Provided for Young Scientists
in Biological and Water Sciences
International
Foundation for Science
The International Foundation for Science (IFS) seeks to strengthen the capacity of developing countries to conduct relevant and high quality research on the sustainable management of biological resources. IFS supports young scientists in developing countries who have the potential to become the future research leaders and scientists in their nations. Areas of interest include the sustainable management, use, or conservation of biological or water resources, including natural science and social science research on agriculture, soils, animal production, food science, forestry, agro-forestry, aquatic resources, natural products, and water resources. Grants range up to US $12,000. While proposals are accepted throughout the year, for administrative purposes the application deadlines are June 30 and December 31, annually. Programs Addressing HIV/AIDS Supported
United
Methodist Committee on Relief: Global AIDS Fund
The United Methodist Church's Global AIDS Fund supports United Methodist and Methodist-related projects outside the U.S. that are responding to the global HIV/AIDS crisis. Supported activities include promoting HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention through education and information, behavior modification, voluntary testing and counseling, treatment of persons with AIDS, home-based care, and care of orphans and vulnerable children. Applications are accepted throughout the year. Prizes Recognize Scientists
Kavli
Foundation: Kavli Prizes for Science
The Kavli Foundation supports science prizes for the 21st century—three major awards that honor highly creative scientists, promote public understanding and appreciation for scientists and their work, and foster international cooperation among scientists. The Kavli Prizes recognize scientists for their seminal advances in three research areas: astrophysics, nanoscience, and neuroscience. The prizes consist of a scroll, medal, and cash award of US $1 million; prizes are awarded every two years. Nominations will be accepted until December 15, 2007. Trust Supports Peace Issues and Social
Justice
Joseph
Rowntree Charitable Trust
The Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust is committed to funding radical change towards a better world. The Trust provides grants for projects seeking the creation of a peaceful world, political equality, and social justice. Specific areas of interest include peace, racial justice, power and responsibility, and Quaker concerns. In Ireland and Northern Ireland, the Trust seeks to enhance civil liberties and human rights. In South Africa, the Trust seeks to reduce rural poverty and address the problems of violent conflict on all levels of society. The Trust mainly supports work undertaken in the UK, Ireland, and South Africa, but also supports a small number of organizations that are based elsewhere in Europe for work at a European level. The application deadline for the South Africa and Ireland programs is December 3, 2007; other applications are due by January 2, 2008. Fund Preserves “Biodiversity Hotspots”
Critical
Ecosystem Partnership Fund
The Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund (CEPF) is a global program that provides grants to non-governmental organizations and other private sector partners to protect critical ecosystems. CEPF provides funding and technical assistance to civil society groups in biodiversity hotspots, the Earth's biologically richest yet most endangered areas, including locations in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. The Fund has no specific deadlines for Letters of Inquiry, and also issues occasional Calls for Proposals. Support Provided to Projects Benefiting
Africa's Poor
United
States African Development Foundation
The United States African Development Foundation (USADF) seeks to grow profitable businesses and sustainable social enterprises that benefit the poor of Africa. USADF provides funding to African-owned businesses and community-based organizations for projects that provide direct benefit to the economically marginalized. Supported projects include the development of micro-, small-, and medium-sized enterprises; the enhancement of trade and investment opportunities for small- and medium-scale enterprises; and participatory community development projects. Most of USADF's investments range between US $50,000 and $250,000. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. U.S. Federal Deadlines
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Institutes of Health: International Research Collaboration
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