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- India Announces Extension of FCRA Eligibility
- Proposed DAF Regulations: What’s at Stake for Cross-Border Giving
- Into UnchartED Territory: Navigating International Grants
- OFAC Issues Guidance for Humanitarian Assistance to the Palestinian People
India Announces Extension of FCRA Eligibility
On March 28, 2024, India’s Ministry of Home Affairs announced an extension of the FCRA registration certificates pending renewal, either until June 30, 2024, or until their renewal application has been processed. Importantly, all organizations with registration certificates previously set to expire by June 30, 2024 and who have a pending renewal application are covered under this extension.
Proposed DAF Regulations: What’s at Stake for Cross-Border Giving
In November 2023, the IRS published proposed regulations to guide the administration and regulation of Donor Advised Funds (DAFs). While there are many potential ramifications for DAF sponsors, learn how specific parts of the proposed rules would have significant impacts on cross-border grantmaking managed through DAFs and DAF-enabled intermediary grantmakers like CAF America.
Into UnchartED Territory: Navigating International Grants Beyond Equivalency Determination Certificates
The US Equivalency Determination (ED) certificate is the world’s most flexible tool foundations can use to make cross-border grants, giving US grantmakers the unique ability to grant unrestricted funds to non-US organizations that meet the necessary criteria. However, it’s important for grantmakers to approach the use of ED certificates thoughtfully in their international grant programs.
OFAC Issues Guidance for Humanitarian Assistance to the Palestinian People
On November 14th, the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) at the US Department of Treasury released a new Compliance Communique titled “Guidance for the Provision of Humanitarian Assistance to the Palestinian People.” It did not include any new sanctions or licenses, but offers updated guidance on options for humanitarian assistance in Gaza.
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- PS Kenya: An Innovative Approach to Improving Safe Water Access
- Gavi, The Vaccine Alliance: Advancing Immunization Initiatives Around The Globe
- Transforming Lives: Crann’s Innovative Approach to Holistic Disability Care
- Beyond Books: Developments in Literacy Advances Education for Underserved Children in Pakistan
PS Kenya: An Innovative Approach to Improving Safe Water Access
Water is an essential resource, yet 9.9 million Kenyans rely on contaminated water sources. In response to this challenge, PS Kenya strives to increase access to clean and safe water in communities across Kenya. Learn more about how this critical work has reduced the spread of waterborne diseases in Kenya, saving countless lives.
Gavi, The Vaccine Alliance: Advancing Immunization Initiatives Around The Globe
Explore how CAF America’s partnership with Gavi, The Vaccine Alliance played an instrumental role in providing relief from Covid-19 around the globe while advancing other crucial immunization initiatives across Africa. Uncover how their partnership not only brought much-needed relief during the pandemic but also spearheaded vital immunization efforts around the world.
Transforming Lives: Crann’s Innovative Approach to Holistic Disability Care
Discover The Crann Centre’s commitment to transforming the community care landscape for people with neuro-physical disabilities and their families in Ireland. They provide comprehensive, life-long support to over 400 clients and their families, in areas such as psychological well being, health, education and career pathways, mobility, and independent living.
Beyond Books: Developments in Literacy Advances Education for Underserved Children in Pakistan
Pakistan’s educational landscape is characterized by striking statistics: a mere 14% of students progress to high school, over 60% of women are illiterate, and less than half of all girls are enrolled in school. Learn about how Developments In Literacy advances education for underserved children in Pakistan through creation of course materials and innovative online learning options.
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