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NGO Worker’s

An NGO, or non-governmental organization, is a nonprofit organization, which means it provides free services and does not seek to make a profit from its activities. While some people use the terms "nonprofit" and "NGO" interchangeably, others use "nonprofit" to refer to an organization serving a community or local area and "NGO" to refer to an international organization. NGOs might represent many social causes, including:

Environmentalism and wildlife preservation

Corporate and financial lobbying

Medical aid

Political empowerment

Human rights advocacy

Labor rights

Disability activism

Religious activism

Many people join NGOs because they want a career dedicated to helping others. NGOs do vital work such as poverty relief, human rights, humanitarian action and campaigning across many countries. Working for an NGO sounds like an excellent career. And the people those who work in NGO are called NGO workers .

NGO staff get a salary in much the same way that employees at a company do. People who work for an NGO are paid a set salary for the work they do. Often, the amount they earn is set at a monthly or yearly rate, like how a company would set salaries.

Employees of an NGO receive a salary in-line with the organisations pay structure. Like in the private or public sector, the more senior the job the higher the salary. People in jobs at NGOs that require formal qualifications, specific expertise, manage large teams or oversee risk management will earn more.

In general, NGO’s salaries are considered lower than those in the private sector. However, NGOs are known to pay fair salaries and it is definitely possible to live comfortably on an NGO wage.

NGO volunteers, generally, do not receive a salary. This is one of the main things that makes NGO volunteers different to employees. Volunteers give their time to NGOs often because they believe in the cause the NGO is working for, as a way to begin a career within the NGO sector or as a social activity.

Volunteers for NGOs can do a wide range of tasks; however, they do not earn money for the work they do. The role of a volunteer within an NGO is specific the work the organisation does, however it can include anything from admin tasks and helping with fundraising, to community work or providing technical advice.

Regardless of the type of work done, a volunteer positions at NGOs are not paid.

Although NGO volunteers do not get a salary, many NGOs do provide a stipend. This is a small, set amount of money that covers the costs of volunteering for the NGO.

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NGO Projects

Non Government Organizations

non legal combinations (NGOs) are dynamic and varying aggregations of collections working at community, nationwide and around the world levels. NGOs can prepare ngo project and file in government ministries, business or link with foreign donor for grant.

In the project proposal, NGO has to explain the requirement of the area, requirement of the community and the masses/people they are working for betterment and upliftment. More clearly in projects proposal NGO has to explain, describe, clarify, define, illustrate and justify information regarding issues, problems, requirement to fulfill and has to explain for the problems, objectives, purpose, plan, motive, justified reasons, requirements to get funds for betterment and to improve and promote the beneficiaries for resolving, achieving and implementing the plan.

How to write Project Proposals for an NGO :

Now the main question is how to prepare, write and submit projects, project proposals and in which format and pattern prepare and submit proposals, what information and issues are included to focus the main problems and necessities and where and to whom submit?

How to prepare, write and develop proposals is matter of the expert persons, groups, organisations and consultants. If you know any experienced expert or consultant in your area that is already working to prepare documents, projects and proposals, you can contact him/her/them or you have to contact other new consultant in this regard.

Role of Consultant: Main matter regarding to contact and decide any consultant is that the role of consultant is just to suggest the projects, suggest about the Funding agencies who are providing funds in certain areas, certain issues and certain beneficiaries; about the Government Departments and donors. The role of NGO consultant and NGO consultancy is to prepare documents according to exact requirement and formats and suggest to submit through proper channel.At funding part the role of consultant is just to observe and prepare your NGO’s profile, prepare documents, prepare project and guide you to submit it .

Kinds of NGO PROJECT:-.

A Non Government Organization can approach the following divisions for ngo funding:-.

Government Firm– If the NGO completes 3 years, then it ends up being qualified for bigger quantity of funding and can approach the government ministries for grants. There is a different ministry for Non government organization grant focused on a certain objective and plan. Even if the NGO is not 3 years of ages, it can obtain little monetary grant for short term tasks like environmental awareness, camps arranging for health improvement in rural areas.

Foreign Funding Agency– Foreign Financing applies when the NGO gets signed up under FCRA. The social welfare organization has to be 3 years of ages for long-term registration under FCRA. In case if the Non Government Organization is one year of age and any foreign donor wants to contribute any total up to that Foundation, then that NGO can apply for FCRA prior permission. The foreign contribution is normally for those donations who are especially working for a certain source like women empowerment, eradication of kid illiteracy, HIV/AIDS awareness in towns and under established areas.

All business organizations who are having a yearly turnover in Crores, they are expected to donate 2 % of their revenues to social well-being organizations i.e. NGOs. The CSR choose those NGOs who are signed up under section 12A and 80G of Income Tax Act 1961.

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Indian NGO

Since the past few decades many Non-Governmental Organizations in India have come into existence and through their dedicated and selfless work strengthened their position in society. Out of these many NGO in India, a few of them have carved a name for themselves and have impacted society in a positive way.

Types based on use

Co-operative societies

In India, cooperative societies are regarded as instruments to mobilise and aggregate community effort to eliminate layers of middlemen in any product or service supply chain hence resulting in greater benefit sharing for the grassroot farmer, worker or artisans. The Cooperative Credit Societies Act, 1904 enabled formation of cooperatives for supplying to farmers cheap credit and protect them from exploitation in the hands of the moneylenders. The cooperative act 1912 expanded the sphere of cooperation and provided for supervision by central organisation.

Multi-state co-operative societies

The Multi-state Co-operative Societies Act, 2002 which substitutes the earlier statute of 1984, facilitates the incorporation of cooperative societies whose objects and functions spread over to several states. The act provides for formation of both primary (with both individual and institutional members) and federal cooperatives (with only institutional memberships). Any application for the registration of a multi-state cooperative society, of which all the members are individuals, should be signed by at least fifty persons from each of the states concerned. In case of a society of which members are cooperative societies, it should be signed by duly authorised representative of at least five such societies registered in different states.

Trade unions

Trade union means any combination, whether temporary or permanent, formed primarily for the purpose of regulating the relations between workmen and employers or between workmen and workmen or between employers and employers, or for imposing restrictive conditions on the conduct of any trade or business, and includes any federation of two or more Trade Unions.

Religious bodies

Religious bodies are frequently registered as NGOs.

Non-profit laws of India

This article describes the various laws related to non profit organisations in India. A non profit organisations can be registered in India as a Society, under the Registrar of Societies or as a Trust, by making a Trust deed, or as a Section 8 Company, under the Companies Act, 2013.

Whether a trust, society or Section 8 company, the Income Tax Act, 1961 gives all categories equal treatment, in terms of exempting their income and granting 80G certificates, whereby donors to non-profit organisations may claim a rebate against donations made. Foreign contributions to non-profits are governed by FC(R)A regulations and the Home Ministry.

For an organisation to be termed as charity it requires Income tax clearances under 12 A Clause of Income Tax Act. Section 2(15) of the Income Tax Act defines ‘charitable purpose’ to include ‘relief of the poor, education, medical relief and the advancement of any other object of general public utility’. A purpose that relates exclusively to religious teaching or worship is not considered as charitable.

Registration

Registering a Non Profit in India can be done in a total of five ways:

Trust

Society

Section-8 Company under Companies Act, 2013 (It was earlier Section-25 Under Companies Act, 1956)

Special Licensing

Section-25 Company (In old companies Act - Companies Act, 1956).

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Do you think NGO is going to rule World?

NGOs are playing an increasingly significant role in global governance, whether participating in the United Nations system or bringing global concerns to the domestic level. From local to global, NGOs are now an essential aspect of a variety of systems.

Clearly, NGOs operate in so many contexts and at so many levels that generalisation is hazardous. However, some trends can be identified in relation to the need to think and act globally. It is difficult to see how NGOs could re-shape the costs and benefits of global change through stand-alone projects at the local level, funding, or the delivery of basic social and economic services. Instead they must build outwards from concrete innovations at grassroots level to connect with the forces that influence patterns of poverty, prejudice and violence: exclusionary economics, discriminatory politics, selfish and violent personal behaviour, and the capture of the world of knowledge and ideas by elites. In a sense this is what NGOs are already doing, by integrating micro and macro-level action in their project and advocacy activities, but the changing global context challenges us to make this our natural way of working instead of something bolted on to mainstream activities as an optional extra. Moving from development as delivery to development as leverage is the fundamental change that characterises this shift, and it has major implications for the ways in which NGOs organise themselves, raise and spend their resources, and relate to others.

Despite the changing context, many NGOs appear reluctant to shed their traditional roles. Some Northern NGOs continue to be operational on the ground, and even where they work through "partners", many tend to dictate the scope and pace of work through their control over funding and procedures (Fowler 1998, Wallace 1997). There is little real evidence that Northern NGOs are handing over local-level activities to Southern groups and limiting their roles to those most appropriately played in the North. Building constituencies for international co-operation has been relegated to the margins of NGO activity. Development education is largely out of fashion; "public education" is skewed in favour of advertisements for emergencies and child sponsorship; and very few agencies try to communicate complex development messages through the media. Yet it is the media that shapes and forms opinions for all generations; the use of the media for fund-raising instead of education will be detrimental to organisations that seek an active supporter base in the years to come.

In the South, some NGOs have developed a strong and independent funding base, but most remain dependent on external resources. Their roles are determined as much by donor fashion and demands as by needs and the causes of need. While some do pioneering work in confronting inequalities at every level, many still confine themselves to a limited role as deliverers of development according to ideas and designs imposed or imported from outside. In future, NGOs will need to find better ways of building constituencies for their work at every level; methods of working together through strategic partnerships that link local and global processes together; and a much more effective method of identifying barriers to change and points of leverage where their combined experience gives them authority and voice. By sinking roots into their own societies and making connections with others inside and outside civil society, NGOs can generate more potential to influence things where it really matters because of the multiplier effects that come from activating a concerned citizenry to work for change in a wider range of settings.

NGOs have always been confused about their identity - part market institution providing a cost-effective service against alternative providers, part social actor pushing for more fundamental change. The mixing together of these roles is inherently problematic, and though it can be managed more or less effectively (and can be a positive force in injecting co-operative values into the competitive world), it will eventually demand that NGOs make a clearer choice about who they are and what they want to do. Founded as charities to channel money from rich countries to poor countries, it is hardly surprising that NGOs find it difficult to adapt to a world of more equal partnerships and non-financial relationships. We think that those that fail to adapt will eventually go to the wall, or slip quietly into anonymity.

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How NGO helps ?

Ngo helps in many ways they play several role includes, environmental, social, advocacy and human rights work. They can work to promote social or political change on a broad scale or very locally. NGOs play a critical part in developing society, improving communities, and promoting citizen participation.

Finding out and monitoring human rights abuses

Research and monitoring are essential tasks for NGOs. Using data, organizations can track and analyze local, national, or global patterns of oppression. Human Rights Watch and the Southern Poverty Law Center are two examples of NGOs with a prominent research-and-monitoring role. HRW, founded in 1978, is the largest human rights organization based in the United States. They conduct fact-finding missions and publish research reports on human rights violations around the world. Since 1990, the Southern Poverty Law Center has published an annual census of hate groups in the US.

Working on promotion of sustainable development

To address issues like poverty, equality, and climate change, sustainable development is crucial. In 2015, the UN adopted a set of 17 Sustainable Development Goals at the Sustainable Development Summit. In the years since, NGOs have emerged as a powerful leader in this area. The sustainable development field is diverse. NGOs work on investigating alternative energy sources, supporting local economic projects, and promoting gender equality.

Providing aid to the suffering ones

NGOs can also take on humanitarian, relief-oriented roles. These organizations focus on bringing aid to those affected by armed conflict, natural disasters, famines, and more. This includes bringing water, food, medicine, clothing, and other necessities. The International Committee of the Red Cross is a famous example. It was founded in 1863 and is based in Geneva. Its mandate is to protect victims of internal and international armed conflicts, including prisoners, refugees, and civilians.

Working for social justice

Social justice is only achieved when societies uphold human rights, access, participation, and equity. In the past, the term ”social justice” mostly referred to economics and wealth. The definition has since expanded. Social justice now encompasses fairness in every sector of society, such as housing, health, and employment. All NGOs are invested in social justice in some way, whether they’re focused on healthcare access, freedom of expression, gender equality, racial equality, or LGBTQ+ rights.

Developing Infrastructure

Some NGOs primarily help in development and operation of infrastructure. These organizations purchase land and then use the land for construction of schools, hospitals, wells, public toilets etc. which is used by community at large.

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Books related to coding

You can learn Coding easily if you are dedicated I f you’re learning how to code on your own, there’s nothing to say you can’t independently pick up some top books on programming and do the same.

*The self taught programmer

Althoff is a self-taught programmer who took a job at eBay, only to find there was still a tremendous amount to learn to be a professional programmer. This book is one of the best programming books for beginners learning to program, but even more than that, it’s for all self-taught programmers to expand and polish their skills to a professional level. Topics include object-oriented computer programming for beginners, using coding to build a web scraper, the fundamentals of computer architecture and algorithms, and coding practices for software development.

*Clean Code

Clean Code: A Handbook of Agile Software Craftsmanship book from the legendary Uncle Bob.The clean code offers invaluable insights into code cleaning and software development. It has thorough, step-by-step explanations on cleaning, writing, and refactoring code. The programming book has a galore of practical examples about the how and why of writing clean code.

Introduction to Algorithms.

All the algorithms discussed in the Introduction to Algorithms book are amply explained. They are presented using pseudocode, readable by programmers of all skill levels, even those who are relatively new to programming.The third edition of the Introduction to Algorithms book is comprehensively revised and updated.

*JavaScript for Kids: A Playful Introduction to Programming

Don’t let the title stop you. Whether you’re 10 or 110, this book can be a fun way to start learning how to code. This book doesn’t talk down to its audience, so no matter your age, if you’re looking for a relaxed and enjoyable introduction to JavaScript, this book is for you. Learn the basics and start exciting projects, all the while accompanied with fun visuals and simple explanations.

*Python Programming: An Introduction to Computer Science

Python Programming by John M. Zelle, Ph.D. gives a great overview of the foundations of computer science, problem solving, design, and programming. It was created for intro computer science university courses, but in no way is this book a traditional textbook.You’ll gain insight about programming through the lens of Python, but don’t think that Python is all you’ll learn––you’ll truly get a crash course into the entire world of computing. If you're new to the coding scene and just finding your bearings, this book is an ideal introduction. Python Programming by John M. Zelle, Ph.D. gives a great overview of the foundations of computer science, problem solving, design, and programming. It was created for intro computer science university courses, but in no way is this book a traditional textbook.You’ll gain insight about programming through the lens of Python, but don’t think that Python is all you’ll learn––you’ll truly get a crash course into the entire world of computing. If you're new to the coding scene and just finding your bearings, this book is an ideal introduction.

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Coding for kids

Coding: Coding, sometimes called computer programming, is how we communicate with computers. the process of transforming ideas, solutions, and instructions into the language that the computer can understand .

many people see coding as a highly technical skill, it is, in fact, another form of literacy, like a new language but for computers. Living in the 21st-century, children are growing up in a digital era, and coding is a skill that can be used every day. Even kids can start learn how to code .

Coding enables children to become independent citizens in a world where technology is ubiquitous. Learning to code helps students better understand one aspect of the digital world in which we live and, in some ways, become better prepared for it. The objective behind learning to code is no longer restricted to becoming a skilled coder and meeting the job market’s needs. It enables children to progress in all aspects of life.

Benefits of coding for kids :

*Learning to code helps a students’ creativity

Coding allows students to be creators. After all, coding is all about creating something new. How cool would it be to be able to design your own app or video game? With code, kids can create projects that they love. By learning to code students learn to maximize their creativity and learn how to come up with their own ideas in order to solve their problem. This is an essential skill that stretches far beyond a computer.

*Coders are in high demand

As mentioned, according to Code.org, 67% of all new STEM jobs are in computing, yet only 11% of STEM graduates are in Computer Science. That’s a serious shortage of CS majors.

*Coding improves problem solving

When kids code, they take complex problems and break them down into smaller parts.Kids learn what it’s like to approach a problem the way a software engineer does, with logical, computational thinking.As Dan Crow, CTO of SongKick explains, “Computational thinking teaches you how to tackle large problems by breaking them down into a sequence of smaller, more manageable problems.”This logical thinking is a powerful tool in school, work, and life.

* Coding improves communication

Communication is an absolutely essential skill throughout school, work, and life. People who can clearly communicate complex ideas in simple terms tend to be successful in different industries and walks of life.When kids learn how to code, they learn how to communicate with the most simple-minded audience imaginable: computers. As mentioned, computer coding teaches kids how to break down complex ideas and arrange them in a way that computers can understand.

*Learn computational thinking.

Computational thinking is one of the 21st century skills necessary. With coding, kids develop cognitive skills and learn how to solve a problem in a structured way like a computer. When they cannot find a solution for the problem, they change their pattern and try again like one does for a code that does not work properly. This way of thinking is important for kids to solve their daily problems or the problems they will face when they grow up. It serves practical ways to approach a problem and handle it.

* Learn about logic.

The keystone of coding is the logical thinking procedure. Everything has a result and all results are driven by some reasons. For a desired outcome, logic formulates the procedures. All logical statements such as selection, iteration or conditions are included in this process.

How to enrol your kids in coding:

You can get your kid enrolled in online classes in some kind of summer camp

Some of the online classes are:

WhitehatJR: Live Online Coding for kids

MindBox D2H: Evolving Education with Best Designing & Coding Courses For Kids

CampK12: Code. Compete. Win

Vedantu: Learn Live Online

Cue Maths: The Math Expert

Codeshala: Coding Courses for Kids

Codekaroyaro: affordable to learn coding

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Funding to private NGO

NGO is a non-profit entity that functions autonomously of government. As the name suggests, their intention is not to reap profit; instead, they focus on improving human lives through the various initiative. Some NGOs may have a confined audience reach, whereas some operate on a larger scale.

As non-profit firms, NGOs depend on various funding sources, operations and other overhead costs. The funds are important as they keep NGOs going and serve the short and long term goals. In short, fundraising efforts are imperative for NGO’s success and existence.

GOVERNMENT FUNDING

In most developed countries, a certain percentage of the GDP is set aside to help NGOs fighting for a specific cause. Many of these NGOs receive government funding, but they need to adhere to government policy. Depending on the country, it can often lead to a clash of interests.

Different types of funding on which most of the private NGO:

LOCAL BUSINESS

Some of the largest donations can often be attributed to local businesses that want to be associated with your NGO. These businesses have fewer restrictions on how the funds are utilized and often it is done as a part of their CSR activities. However, international enterprises might have a specific plight, forcing you to dedicate the funds to specific areas.

PRIVATE DONORS

There are high net worth individuals on the planet that all stand for something. These private donors can be approached and in rare cases, they might even approach you. It is also a way for them to give back to society, whilst improving their brand and being associated with something positive. However, sometimes they might lean more towards funding projects that match the causes they feel strongly about. So it might be useful for you to narrow your research accordingly. Many high net worth individuals also start their own charities or trusts for these purposes. Generally, funds from private donors don’t have as many restrictions.

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Community foundations or simply people that live in your community can be a great source of funding for an NGO. The community can actively be involved and if they do not donate money, they can also donate their time to the cause. It is one of the best ways to generate funding for all your overheads and to get you started.

NGO funding NGO

Starting an NGO is no easy feat, but there are many successful NGOs that have grown substantially to achieve international acclaim. If you are targeting the same cause, you might want to be affiliated with one of the larger NGOs. They can help you with advice and some funding to reach a specific goal. It is also great publicity for an NGO to fund smaller organizations to show growth in their yearly reports.

UN FUNDING

We have all heard of the United Nations and the humanitarian causes they stand for. If you have a viable NGO and you are making change, you can approach the UN for some additional funding. The UN is notoriously hard to please and one needs to have a goal and some progress to show. The UN is one of the largest organizations funding NGOs.

FUNDRAISING EVENTS

The last method of funding your NGO is having a few fundraising events. Fundraising events tie all of the above-mentioned points into one, but it is a way to entice new investments. These funds are often dedicated to the cause for the event and should be spent as indicated. It is a great way to give credit and recognition to current donors.

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WORK IN NGO

A Non-Governmental Organisation, commonly known as an NGO, is an association that is registered under the sanction of the government and works for the upliftment of society

There are followings things needed to work for an NGO (Non-Governmental Organisation):

.Most NGO jobs require a master’s degree in a relevant subject:

*If you are a young professional: Study a master’s degree.

*If you are a mid-career professional with several years of experience: Consider a part-time master program or a short master’s program.

. Many international organizations and NGOs offer trainings that are relevant to start a career in an NGO.

* Take part in online courses to improve your skills and knowledge.

*Take part in events, workshops and summer/winter academies.

.Ironically, many internships in the NGO sector are still unpaid. But if you aim for a proper career in the NGO sector or don’t have the financial means to work for free, unpaid internships aren’t an option go for organizations offering paid internships:

*If you are an early career professional: Apply for paid internships

*If you are a mid-career professional: Apply for paid internships or consider slightly more advanced options such as traineeships and fellowships

*If you are a senior-level professional: You might want to skip this step and instead aim to develop transferable skills in your current job that you can later put emphasis on when you apply for NGO jobs.

.With hundreds of people applying for one NGO job, your application materials need to be excellent.

NGO works mostly on following topic

Utilising the funds raised by donations, NGOs in India work for a wide variety of causes. That Indian population is going through Some such causes include:

Child rights

Poverty

Social Injustice

Environment Conservation

Human Rights

Care for elderly people

Women Empowerment

Wildlife Conservation

Animal Rights

Sanitation and Hygiene

Humanitarian Relief

Health and Nutrition

Literacy and Education

Refugee Crisis

Disease Control and others

NGOs are composed of experts with years of experience in executing social welfare activities. Before rolling out a project, detailed analysis of the situation is done and possible solutions are contemplated. Collaboration with civic agencies and other government agencies (at district, state and even national level at times) is done to carry out the work.

NGOs not only go on the ground to address these issues, they also undertake massive campaigning activities to generate awareness on these issues. In today’s time, NGOs are efficiently leveraging the power of social media to disseminate information about their work and reach more and more people.

The work done by NGOs goes a long way in nation building. With the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Act mandating 2% spend by large corporate on social issues, NGOs have the potential to touch millions of more lives through their work. Over the years, NGOs have streamlined their operations and enhanced their scales. Functioning of established NGOs is akin to big corporate organizations – there are well-defined KPIs and targets to meet. NGOs need to be transparent in their work and ensure that the funds raised benefit those for whom they are intended. This is a good trend, larger and more accountable NGOs will be able to deliver more effectively and efficiently, making best use of resources. NGOs are already proving to be agents of change. In times to come, they will continue to play a significant role in helping large sections of the Indian society come out from the quagmire of poverty and distress.

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Tax relaxation by donating

NGO, must be registered with the Income Tax Department. This usually needs to be registered under 12A. You can apply for a tax deduction under Section 80G for such an organisation. Apart from this, exemption from tax is also available under Section 80GGA or 35c as per the 1961 Income Tax Act.

Section 12A and 80G have their own implication and offer many benefits to NGOs with such registrations. Some advantages are listed below:

NGOs can get tax exemption simply by getting itself registered and fulfilling all the required formalities. But the donors are not benefitted with this registration process.

*The person/ entity making donations can avail this benefit only if the NGO receives a certificate under 12A and 80G.

The person or organization will get a deduction of 50% of donation amount from the Taxable Income.

An NGO will receive Government Funding, only if registered under section 12A & 80G.

An NGO doesn’t have to pay tax just by getting 12A and 80G certificate.

*The basic eligibility criteria to get a certificate under 12A and 80G are as follows:

The assets and income of the NGO should be for charitable purpose only.

The Books of Accounts should be properly maintained, including all receipts and expenditures.

NGO should not be formed with the help of any particular religion, caste or community.

The core objective of the NGO should be charity, and whole income should be from donations.

In case an NGO has a business income then the trustee of the NGO should maintain separate books of accounts to assure that the donations are not diverted.

* benefits of 12A:

Income will be exempted from taxation.

Benefits of taking grants from the Government, Abroad, other agencies.

Benefits of FCRA Registration.

*benefits of 80G

The donor can avail deduction from its taxable income.

Attracts the donor to make a donation.

*Process of registration under 12A

It is a one-time registration process. Prior to applying for an exemption certificate under section 12A, the NGO shall get it’s NGO registered under the Income Tax.

The application shall be made in Form 10A to the Income Tax Commissioner.

The application shall contain the following documents:

List of name, address and Pan details of the trustees/managers;

A certified true copy of the instrument(registration certificate) under which the trust/institution was created/established;

A certified true copy of the document (Trust deed/MOA and AOA) which is evidence of such institution/trust creation;

Copy of PAN card of NGO.

*process of registration under 80G:

The application shall be made in Form 10G to the Income Tax Commissioner.

The application shall contain the following documents:

Registration Certificate and MOA /Trust Deed

NOC from Landlord (where the registered office is situated)

Copy of PAN card of NGO

Copy of Electricity Bill / House tax Receipt /Water Bill

Evidence of welfare activities carried out & Progress Report since inception or last 3 years

The statement of accounts, Balance Sheet since inception or last 3years

List of donors along with their address and PAN

List of governing body board of trustees members with their contact details

Copy of registration granted under section 12A or copy of notification issued under section 10(23)or section 10(23C).

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Global NGOs.

An international non-governmental organization (INGO) is an organization which is independent of government involvement and extends the concept of a non-governmental organization (NGO) to an international scope.

The technical term "international organizations" describes intergovernmental organizations (IGOs) and include groups such as the United Nations or the International Labour Organization, which are formed by treaties among sovereign states.

United Nation : The United Nations (UN) is an intergovernmental organization whose purpose is to maintain international peace and security, develop friendly relations among nations, achieve international cooperation, and be a centre for harmonizing the actions of nations.It is the world's largest and most familiar international organization.The UN is headquartered on international territory in New York City, and has other main offices in Geneva, Nairobi, Vienna, and The Hague (home to the International Court of Justice).

Some other global NGO:

.Amnesty International

Focus: Human Rights Role: A worldwide organization for the protection of the rights of prisoners of conscience

. CARE International.

Focus: Multiple Interdisciplinary Projects

. OXFAM.

Focus: Multiple Interdisciplinary Projects

. Greenpeace International

Focus: Environmental concerns

AIM: The main focus of INGOs is to provide relief and developmental aid to developing countries. Health-related projects such as HIV/AIDS awareness, prevention and treatment, clean water, and malaria prevention—and education-related projects such as schools for girls and providing books—help to provide the social services that the country's government does not provide. International non-governmental organizations are some of the first responders to natural disasters, like hurricanes and floods, or crises that need emergency relief.

Other organizations, like the International Justice Mission, are working to make judicial systems more effective and legitimate. Still others, such as those promoting micro-finance and education, directly impact citizens and communities by developing skills and human capital while encouraging citizen empowerment and community involvement.

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How to be a part of NGO?

NGO provides an opportunity to make a difference, support others in need and create positive change in communities the world over.

secure a job with an NGO

There are tens of thousandsof opportunities advertised in NGOs every year, but the first thing you need to do is decide exactly what it is you want to do. What do you want to achieve? What drives you? What change do you want to see in the world? Take time to understand what motivates you and what will give you job satisfaction.This will help you to significantly narrow down the type of work you want to do and what types of organisations you want to work for. Whether you want to work with refugees, animals, children, disabled people, victims of war, the elderly or any other cause that you can think of, there will be an NGO providing solutions and opportunities.Look for jobs you might be interested and note what skills or experience they are looking for. You can look at entry level jobs to get an understanding of the basic requirements but look too at more senior positions to establish an appreciation of what experience and qualities you may need in the future

Volunteering: By far the most common method of gaining suitable experience for work in an NGO is simply by volunteering for one. Even just a few hours a week can make a big impact on you over a short term, helping you to understand your skills and enhance your CV. Volunteers contributes millions of hours a week in work in every country in the world. Many NGOs simply couldn’t survive without the dedicated time and support of a network of volunteers that enable NGOs to do certain work for less and therefore enable more money to be spent on their development work.

NGOs are always looking for volunteers eager to learn and who are committed to their work. Many NGO professionals have gotten their first experience and taste for working within an NGO by volunteering. Most organisation’s will be able to offer you a choice of different roles and opportunities meaning it is important that you select the opportunity that is going to benefit you the most and is closely related to your future career.

Suvidha Foundation is a Non Profit Organization working to impart among the financially challenged sections by providing them Education and Schooling. We provide internships, volunteer opportunities, and student mentoring to students.

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How do NGO gets funding:

As nonprofit organizations, NGOs are based on different sources for funding projects, operations, salaries, and other overhead costs. fundraising is crucial for the NGO’s existence and success. Funding sources include membership dues; the sale of goods and services; private sector, for-profit companies; philanthropic foundations; grants from local, state, and federal agencies.

funding from the private charities/foundations/international organizations that are more privately handled and have a better focus on equipping local NGOs not just financially but also technically.

NGOs can also look upon the corporate agencies as another major source of funding for them. Some of the corporate agencies are also partnering with NGOs for joint profit-oriented projects.

In some countries local government is also a source of funding for their different community welfare schemes.

the non-conventional resources include the micro-enterprises, microfinance and micro-insurance.

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Good points and Bad points of NGO

Good points

. Education: there are many non governmental organisations that have worked and contributed to build educational sector . Many of the students are provide education at low or zero cost .

.health: NGOs are involved in sourcing expensive medications and giving them at discounted rates to those in need. These NGOs are also actively involved in running several health camps and help provide for a free medical checkup.

.farmer:NGO help farmers to increase crop production, introduce new technologies to farmers such as new variety, new crop, and new equipment. And NGO’s also help the farmers to improve their living standard.

.women and rural development: It improves the leadership ability of the rural women and youth.Its help to rural women and youth to develop their social economic condition. Also works for women who are physically abused or going through other mental abuse all over work for women empowerment and upliftment of backward community.

Bad points

. forces people to buy their attractive packages and developed related things.

. There’s another reason why NGO’s are viewed less favorably by the local residents because of their interference with some of the local customs and traditions

.some time non governmental organisations lead a fight between husband ,wife and another members of the family.

. Furthermore some NGOs tend to focus solely on their self-interests: they often suffer from tunnel vision, judging every public act by how it affects their particular interest.

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NGO activities

World bank defines NGO as private organizations that pursue activities to relieve suffering, promote the interests of the poor, protect the environment, provide basic social services or undertake community development".

Activities under taken by NGO

Awareness: raising awareness of issues and bringing them into the public view . Aware the public about ongoing issues and organise citizens for actions trough several activities such as media campaigns.

Human resource development :Often described as empowerment, these activities often focus on building the human capacity and skills of disadvantaged people or communities. Various methods are used to create consciousness and awareness and to enable people to participate in identifying needs, in taking action to address them, and in owning the process of development.

Brokerage: acting as an mediator between several sectors and groups .

Conflict resolution: work as an mediator and as a body that makes an action or process easy or easier.

Capacity building: providing education and training information.

Delivery of services: function that provide essential humanitarian ,development and other social services.

Evaluation and monitoring: NGO works as a ‘watchdog’ or independent ‘auditor ‘of government and corporate performance and accountability.

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Types of NGO

Types of NGO basically depends on their level of operation and in basis of their orientation

Types of NGO on the basis of their operations:

.National NGO

It works at national level it has a huge work work force the national NGO works for national interest some examples are Red Cross, professional organizations, YMCAs/YWCAs, etc.

. International NGO

The ngo that works at international level range from secular gencies such as Redda BArna and Save the Children organizations, OXFAM, CARE, Ford and Rockefeller Foundations to religiously motivated groups. Their activities vary from mainly funding local NGOs, institutions and projects, to implementing the projects themselves.

.Community - based non -governmental organisation

They focuses on communities the work under small range and they majorly aim to uplift standards of small groups or deprived groups into society they focus on women organisations,educational organisations, organisations for deprived communities.

.citywide Non governmental organisations

There work focus around city level examples the Rotary or lion’s Club, coalitions of business, associations of communal organizations, and cultural or educational groups.

Types of NGO based on orientation:

Charitable Orientation

NGOs are primarily involved in campaigns focused on fulfilling the necessities of the lower income group communities with the aid of clothing, medicine, food distribution drives, housing facility, school, transport, etc.

Service orientation

includes NGOs with activities such as the provision of health, family pplanning or education services in which the programme is designed by the NGO and people are expected to participate in its impementation and in receiving the service.

Participatory orientation

is characterized by self-help projects where local people are involved particularly in the implementation of a project by contributing cash, tools, land, materials, labour etc.

Empowering orientation

Their target is to provide aids to the deprived section and boost the understanding of the social, political & economic aspects that are affecting their lives,

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How to start NGO

In India, social work is supported by non-governmental organizations (NGOs). These organizations are important in supporting the poorer sections of society and the weaker parts of our economy that are often overlooked by the government. Therefore, it is often said that NGOs do work that can be done by a wealthy social government. In India, on the other hand, NGOs, often referred to as charitable organizations, make a living by making donations to wealthy sections of the community. A person can register an NGO in India under three Indian acts must go through these acts:

Indian Trust Act, 1882,

a law in India relating to private trusts and trustees. The Act defines what would lawfully be called as a trust and who can legally be its trustees and provides a definition for them.

Society under Societies Registration Act, 1860

is a legislation in India which allows the registration of entities generally involved in the benefit of society - education, health, employment etc.

Section 8 Company under Companies Act, 2013

Company can be established for promotion of commerce, art, science, sports, education, research, social welfare, religion, charity and protection of environment or any such other object

Develop the goal and vision of the NGO. Just as you would need in a company, an NGO needs to have goals and a mode to achieve those goals if they intends to have any profit or income went into promotion of its object .

Form a governing body, which is one of the first steps in the first NGO program.