Neftaly Daily Activity Report NeftalyCode: SCRR Position: Research Specialist Internship/Learnership: Internship Full Name: Tshepiso Date: 21/10/2025 In Partnership With SETA/Funder: NELEKAT University/College: TVET Dobsonville overview
Key Tasks Completed Task 1-searched for foundation/grants/tenders Task 2- task 3- Task 4 Skills Applied or Learned N/A Challenges Encountered N/A Support/Assistance Required None Reflection and Personal Growth
Goals for Tomorrow Goal 1 – Goal 2 – Links to prove my work https://www2.fundsforngos.org/community-development/entries-open-for-laeso-air-residency-program/
Neftaly Daily Activity Report NeftalyCode: SCRR Position: Research Specialist Internship/Learnership: Internship Full Name: Tshepiso Date: 20/10/2025 In Partnership With SETA/Funder: NELEKAT University/College: TVET Dobsonville overview
Key Tasks Completed Task 1-searched for foundation/grants Task 2- task 3- Task 4 Skills Applied or Learned N/A Challenges Encountered N/A Support/Assistance Required None Reflection and Personal Growth
Goals for Tomorrow Goal 1 – Goal 2 – Links to prove my work Funding Information NextWorldNow provides annual grants of up to $10,000 to international communities. Eligibility Criteria They invite communities with project ideas to submit their requests for funding. They welcome scale-able partnerships with other organizations on joint projects. Review Criteria NextWorldNow reviews applications and rates the proposal based on these factors: Feasibility – how realistic is the plan to meet its goals and gain success? Impact – how many people within a community benefit? Sustainability – are there other resources to keep the project going after an initial grant? Relevance – how important is the problem to the community? Creativity – how unique is the solution? Outcomes – how will success be measured? Strength – what is the level of commitment by the leaders to make this project work? Engagement – how involved is the greater community in determining and managing the project? Financial – how solid is the budget and business plan? For more information, visit NWN. https://www2.fundsforngos.org/latest-funds-for-ngos/apply-now-nwn-community-investments-grant-program/
Terre de Femmes Award 2026 Issued by: Yves Rocher Foundation Focus areas: The Tree, Guardian of Life!, focussing on initiatives that protect and celebrate trees Value: €10 000 grant per project Deadline: 31 October 2025 https://tinyurl.com/yjzfj87a
Early-Stage Social Enterprises Issued by: Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Focus areas: Social impact organisations solving urgent global problems with scalable and sustainable approaches Value: Up to US$300 000 Deadline: Applications reviewed on a rolling basis https://tinyurl.com/bdbncswh
USDA Value-Added Producer Grant For farmers and ranchers, The USDA Value-Added Producer Grant is all about helping you earn more from your products. Whether it’s turning milk into cheese or fruit into jam, the USDA wants to help you create value.
Funding is split into two categories: up to $75,000 for planning and up to $250,000 for working capital. However, there’s a catch—you’ll need to match the funds with your own investment. https://www.rd.usda.gov/programs-services/business-programs/value-added-producer-grants#:~:text=The%20Value%2DAdded%20Producer%20Grant,Veteran%20farmer%20or%20rancher. https://10web.io/blog/small-business-grants/
Web Summit ALPHA Programme Entry Deadline: Rolling
Entry Fee: €1,950
Description: Each week we’re selecting early stage startups from around the world to exhibit as part of ALPHA.
Judging Criteria: N/A
Eligibility: N/A
Awards & Prizes: If you’re selected for ALPHA you get an exhibition stand, 4 tickets, opportunity to access Investor Office Hours, Mentor Hours, Startup University, Startup Workshops, Startup Roundtables and much more for €1,950.
Schoolpreneur.Biz Business Competition Entry Deadline: N/A
Entry Fee: No fee
Description: Schoolpreneur.Biz is a startup platform for School children, which helps them presented their ideas and businesses to global audience. Schoolpreneur.Biz is promoted by TMA Worldwide LLC, a media & marketing organization with interests in publishing, events, advertising, pr and digital marketing. TMA Worldwide’s vision is based on social enterprise to empower individuals and communities.
Awards & Prizes: Students from kindergarten through high school Seed investment
