This resource guide seeks to provide an
overview of concepts and strategies in international fundraising for organizations
benefiting women and girls. Contents include: Introduction, Women and Philanthropy,
Resources (Reports and Articles), and Sources of Funding (Networks, Foundations,
Multilateral Organizations).
Introduction
Recently there has been a greater focus
on organizations working to improve the lives or women and girls. This
spotlight has led to greater attention from the donor community and as
a result giving to groups benefitting women and girls is on the rise. According
to the US Foundation Center report, "Accelerating Change for Women and
Girls", foundation giving targeted to women and girls grew by 223 percent
from 1990-2006. Additionally, in 2006 giving to international programs
for women and girls accounted for over two-fifths of all foundation funding
for women and girls, with the majority of the funding supporting health
programs.