# FY 2021 Notice of Funding Opportunity: NGO Small Grants Program - Open Competition

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/dos-pas-slo-2021-001-fy-2021-notice-of-funding-opportunity-ngo-small/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/331012

> U.S. Mission to Slovenia offered grants of up to $10,000 (at least $1,000) to nonprofits and colleges and universities. It expected to make about 10 awards worth $100,000 in total. Applications closed on March 15, 2021.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | DOS-PAS-SLO-2021-001 |
| Agency | U.S. Mission to Slovenia |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | March 15, 2021 |
| Award ceiling | $10,000 |
| Award floor | $1,000 |
| Expected awards | 10 |
| Total funding | $100,000 |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 19.040 |

## Who can apply

- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

Eligibility for this NOFO is limited to: Slovenian not-for-profits/NGOs/social enterprises, Slovenian educational and research institutions and public entities.

## What the grant funds

The Embassy continues to offer grants for well-conceived and managed projects that strengthen ties between the United States and Slovenia. Successful proposals will strengthen understanding of the United States, including its society, culture, politics and values, and support a priority themes listed below. New grantees with relevant, impactful proposals may be given preference over previous grantees. For this grant period, additional consideration will be given to project proposals focusing on the following themes: •Regional and Trans-Atlantic Cooperation •Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Economic Reform, Promotion of Trade, Women in STEAM •International Security, Counter Terrorism, and Defense Issues •Energy Security and Diversification •Digitalization, Cyber Security, and Artificial Intelligence •Countering Corruption, Good Governance, Strengthening Rule of Law, and Transparency •Independent Media and Investigative Journalism •Human Rights (to include tolerance, respect for diversity, and support for historically marginalized communities.) •Youth Engagement, Volunteerism, and Active Citizenship •Environmental Preservation and Sustainability The following criteria will be used to evaluate proposals: - Quality of Project Proposal - Program Goals/Objectives - Plan for Measuring Program Effectiveness - Organizational Capability and Record of Performance - Summary Budget and Cost Effectiveness - Key Personnel - Sustainability of the Project The review will be done by The Embassy NGO Small Grants Committee consisting of an odd number of Embassy key staff (usually five) who will conduct a review of the project applications using cost-benefit analysis in consideration of a project’s potential to advance U.S. policy priorities. What are we looking for in a proposal? •Programs that build and enhance relationships between Slovenia and the United States through bilateral cooperation, highlight shared values, and promote mutual understanding. •Sustainable projects with strong merit and clearly defined goals and outcomes. •Projects that include acknowledgement of U.S. Embassy support and a plan to amplify our cooperation via traditional or digital media.

## Questions people ask

### Is DOS-PAS-SLO-2021-001 still open?

No. It closed on March 15, 2021. A newer notice is open: OFOP0002825, closes January 1, 2099 (26353 days left).

### Who can apply for FY 2021 Notice of Funding Opportunity: NGO Small Grants Program - Open Competition?

U.S. Mission to Slovenia accepted applications from nonprofits and colleges and universities. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for FY 2021 Notice of Funding Opportunity: NGO Small Grants Program - Open Competition?

Closed March 15, 2021. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.

### How much funding is available?

Awards of up to $10,000 each. About $100,000 in total across about 10 awards.

### Who has won Public Diplomacy Programs grants before?

The largest recipients over five fiscal years were Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees, Meridian International Center, American Councils for International Education: Actr/Accels, Inc. The program made 13,489 awards worth $358 million in that time.