Introduction
Donor agencies are organizations that provide financial or material support to social welfare projects and programs. These agencies can be international, national, government-based, or private. Their goal is to support development activities such as poverty reduction, health care, education, disaster relief, and human rights.
Types of Donor Agencies
- International Donors: United Nations (UN), World Bank, USAID, UNICEF, etc.
- Government Donors: Central and state governments may fund NGOs and welfare programs.
- Corporate Donors: Companies under Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).
- Private Foundations: Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Azim Premji Foundation, etc.
Role in Social Work
- Funding NGOs and welfare organizations.
- Supporting research and capacity building.
- Monitoring and evaluating social development projects.
- Providing training and technical support to communities.
Conclusion
Donor agencies play a key role in empowering social work by providing the necessary funds and support for welfare activities. They help reach underprivileged sections of society and promote sustainable development through partnerships with NGOs and social workers.