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FemFocus Application Process
FemFocus 2026–2030: How the Application Process Works The FemFocus grant programme (2026–2030) is part of the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Focus framework for cooperation with civil society organisations. The programme supports local civil society organisations...
Key Private Foundations in Europe | Women & Gender
Key Private Foundations in Europe – Women & Gender Free Resource Finding the right donors is often the first real hurdle in fundraising. Especially in thematic areas like women’s rights and gender equality, the funding landscape is broad, fragmented, and...
Freedom of Religion and Belief – by NL Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs has published a new call for proposals, part of the Focus funding framework on November 19th, 2026. Following FemFocus the current framework Focus on Freedom is focussing on capacity strengthening of, service provision by, and...
HVFC Renews CRKBO Certification for 2026
Once again this year, HVFC has been officially certified by CRKBO (Centraal Register Kort Beroepsonderwijs). It’s a quality mark we’re proud of — not as a formality, but as part of how we run our trainings and coaching in a professional, accountable way. For many...
11 years HVFC | How It All Started
In 2015, I felt it was time for a new chapter. After leading the business development teams of three INGOs, I wanted to work with more organizations—to help them diversify and grow their funding. Years of global fundraising had taught me a simple truth: when we share...
Free Handbook: Writing a Winning Proposal
Everything starts with a sound and solid plan. This handbook is meant to help you present your plan in the best possible way, and to increase your chances of receiving funding for your project.
Citizen-Led Development Gets Structural Recognition: CivicFocus Launched
Across the Netherlands, thousands of citizens are actively engaged in international development through their own foundations and initiatives. These private development initiatives (PDIs) work directly with local partners — from Nepal and Ghana to Suriname and Ukraine...
the Netherlands Coalition Agreement 2026–2030: a cautious reset for international development
The newly published Dutch Coalition Agreement for 2026–2030, “Getting to Work – Building a Better Netherlands”, signals a notable shift in the government’s approach to international cooperation. After several years of budget cuts and reduced international visibility,...
Focus on Freedom – Equal Rights for LGBTIQ+ Persons (LGBTIQ+)
Funding opportunity by Dutch MoFA on equal right, promote the rights, protection and inclusion of LGBTIQ+ persons.
Webinar: Laudes Foundation | Effective Philanthropy – Developing Learning in Partnerships
We have Lee Alexander Risby - Director of Effective Philanthropy - of the Laudes Foundation as a guest in our "Funders Focus" webinar series. In this session Lee Alexander talks with Kenneth van Toll of HVFC International on Effective Philanthropy and how the...
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