MARCH 2024 ROUND UP
GivingTuesday's CEO, Asha Curran Joins The Resource Alliance Board! - The Monthly Digest of all things Generosity, Impact, Events, Resources and Opportunities
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Give Arts!
This month, we're shining a light on #GivingEveryTuesday with a creative twist: supporting the arts. This is the perfect opportunity to show some love to those who fill our world with beauty and expression.
How you can join in:
Spotlight Local Artists: Check out local art shows or online galleries. Your support means the world.
Buy Art: For your space or as a gift, buying art directly supports artists' livelihoods.
Share on Social: Got a favorite piece or artist? Share it on social media to boost their visibility.
Attend a Show: Live performances or art exhibits aren't just fun; they're a way to keep the arts alive in our communities.
Learn how you can make every Tuesday count here
📌 Celebrate Generosity: My GivingStory 2023 Competition in Tanzania
We're thrilled to share the heartwarming success of the #MyGivingStory2023 Competition, a collaboration between GivingTuesday Tanzania, Tanzania Philanthropy Organization, Foundation for Civil Society, and the Africa Philanthropy Network.
Aimed at Tanzanian youth aged 15-35, this competition was a platform for sharing narratives of generosity and community development. From 21st September to 20th October 2023, participants shared their narratives through essays or videos, culminating in a gala dinner at CSO Week 2023, where five winners were celebrated. Winners received awards to support their chosen charities, further amplifying their impact within their communities.
Learn more below.
Global Team Tidbits
Exciting News: GivingTuesday's CEO, Asha Curran Joins The Resource Alliance Board!
In a move that highlights the ever-expanding horizon of generosity, we're buzzing with excitement to announce that GivingTuesday's very own CEO, Asha Curran, has taken another significant step towards global impact by joining the board of the Resource Alliance.
This marks a pivotal moment as we see two powerhouses of philanthropy join forces. The Resource Alliance exists to support and inspire resource mobilisers to develop the knowledge, tools, and connections necessary to fuel their purpose. With Asha's unparalleled passion and the Resource Alliance's innovative approach to mobilizing resources, we're set to witness an incredible synergy aimed at fostering vibrant communities across the globe.
GQ Men of the Year 2023: Sirkhane Darkroom’s Serbest Salih Brings Hope to Children in the Region
Meet Serbest Salih, a Giving Tuesday Starling Collective member, and most importantly, a life-changer and the force behind Sirkhane Darkroom.
Traveling from village to village, he teaches children, including refugees from Syria and Iraq, how to take, develop, and print photos on their own.
Unlocking Opportunities
📌 Alliance Inclusion Fund
The Alliance Inclusion Fund seeks to open and broaden philanthropy conversations in the sector. That means taking active steps to include, welcome, and amplify previously excluded voices.
The goal of the inclusion fund is to overcome these financial and language barriers by supporting and incentivizing contributions from front-line or grassroots organizations and those who do not speak English or have it as a first language.
The fund will do two things:
Pay writers directly for their articles and/or pay the organizations at which those writers are based in recognition of their time and expertise.
Provide an option to submit an article in their own language with Alliance handling and paying for translation supported by supplying submission guidelines in local languages wherever possible
Apply here
📌 Emerging Leaders for Change Program: East Africa Cohort Applications Opening Soon!
Applications for the Emerging Leaders for Change Program East Africa cohort are opening on 15th April. If you're passionate about driving change and hail this is your call to action! This program is a golden opportunity for young visionaries eager to lead and innovate for a brighter future.
📅 Applications open 15th April, 2024.
🧡 Eligible Countries: Burundi, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, & Uganda.🧡 Age Range: 15-29 years old.
🔗 Learn more about the program and check eligibility.
📌 Applications for the Africa Oxford Fellowship Programme are Open!
The AfOx Visiting Fellowship Program is designed for exceptional African researchers to build international networks and focus on a project of their choice in collaboration with Oxford-based scholars.
Fellows will be affiliated with the University of Oxford for 12 months, including ten months of virtual engagement and a 2-month in-person visit to Oxford between April to June(Trinity term). During the Fellowship, AfOx Fellows are associated with a Department and a College within the University.
To apply for a fellowship, all applicants must have an Oxford-based researcher named as their collaborator on their application.
Deadline: 31st May, 2024.
Apply here.
Save the Date!
📌 Happening Tomorrow: Investing in West African Women to Accelerate Inclusion and Sustainable Progress
Join the West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) for a critical dialogue on “Investing in West African Women to Accelerate Inclusion and Sustainable Progress”. This engaging session seeks to spotlight the challenges and opportunities in promoting gender equality and inclusion across the region.
Be part of a dynamic exchange of ideas, best practices, and strategies to overcome barriers to women's empowerment. Engage with civil society leaders, key stakeholders, and representatives from sub-regional institutions in formulating actionable recommendations for advancing gender equality and fostering an inclusive society.
📅 Date: 3rd April 2024.
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM GMT.
🔗 Click here to register.
📌 TechSoup’s Grant Readiness 101 Webinar
This enlightening session is designed to unveil precisely what funders are looking for in grant applicants, offering you a peek into their minds. TechSoup will also introduce the exclusive GRR (Grant Readiness Review) process. This tailor-made evaluation tool is crafted to assess and grade your charity's readiness for securing grants, providing a clear pathway to enhance your preparedness. Ideal for newcomers and seasoned grant seekers alike.
📅 Date: 30th April, 2024.
⌚ Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM.
🔗 Apply here.
📌 Exciting Update from KAFP: 2nd IFC Pop-Up Event!
The Kenya Association of Fundraising Professionals (KAFP), in collaboration with The Resource Alliance, is thrilled to announce its 2nd IFC Pop-Up event! Set to unfold on 23rd May 2024 at The Double Tree by Hilton; this gathering is dedicated to equipping organizations with the latest in fundraising and resource mobilization strategies.
📅 Date: 23rd May 2024.
📍 Venue: The Double Tree - Hilton.
🔗 Click here to share your thoughts and preferences through a brief survey, so the KAFP team can better tailor the program to suit your needs and challenges.
📌 Registrations for The Africa Social Impact Summit are Open!
The Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS) is a convening for inclusive development that provides an opportunity for developing market-led solutions to Africa’s social challenges.
Co-convened by the Sterling One Foundation and United Nations Nigeria, the Summit brings together all key players across sectors to share knowledge, discuss evidence-based insights, and draw up action plans towards achieving the SDGs.
📅 July 25th - 26th, 2024.
📍 Venue: Eko Convention Centre.
🔗 Click here to register.
Podcast Pick
In this episode, we spotlight the transformative power of African women in the culture of giving, we discuss how their generosity not only nurtures communities but also inspires global trends in philanthropy.
Our discussion expounds on the significance of investing in women, and showcasing stories of resilience, mentorship, and empowerment.
Join the #WomenGive cause by taking a listen!
This newsletter edition was produced while listening to “Grace” by RIMON. To listen to our Spotify playlist, click here
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With Gratitude,
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