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PDS-PRISTINA-FY23-01: Democracy Commission Small Grants Program

Closed Closed March 31, 2023 Opportunity PDS-PRISTINA-FY23-01 ☆ Save

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• Award ceiling$50,000
• Award floor$10,000
• Total funding$500,000
• Expected awards15
• Cost sharingNot required
• Funding typeGrant

Key dates

Who can apply

This opportunity was open to the applicants described in the notice.

• Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

The following organizations are eligible to apply: • Local not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations. • Independent media outlets, registered in Kosovo.

Is this a realistic fit?

• Past AEECA/ESF PD Programs awards averaged $83,527; this notice allows up to $50,000 per award.
• No cost sharing or match is required.

What the grant funds

The U.S. Embassy in Pristina, Kosovo announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out program(s) aimed at enhancing the resilience of civil society organizations (CSO), empowering underserved communities, and fostering inter-ethnic collaboration. Program Goal: The 2023 Democracy Commission Small Grants Program has two primary goals. The first goal is to support the growth of Kosovo's democratic institutions and foster a participatory civil society where citizens understand their role in decision-making and actively engage in civic duties. The second goal is to empower Kosovo’s underserved communities, increase their competitiveness in the labor market, and overcome inter-ethnic divisions through reconciliation that counters external malign influences and disinformation that seek to exacerbate and exploit these divisions. 2023 Democracy Commission Small Grants Program's long-term expected outcomes are: · Sustainable Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) that hold government institutions accountable through active community and citizen engagement at all levels of government. · Improve inclusivity and integration for underserved communities and ethnic minorities in all aspects of society in Kosovo’s multi-ethnic democracy. Program Objectives: This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) aims to solicit submissions that align with the program's objectives through innovative and well-structured activities. Potential applicants should submit a comprehensive plan outlining their approach to one or both of the following objectives: Objective I: Strengthen the Resilience and Effectiveness of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) Resilient and effective CSOs catalyze the development of democratic institutions and processes. The program seeks to enhance the resilience and participation of CSOs in the decision-making process and position CSOs as public opinion leaders to effectively advocate for community concerns. The program also aims to strengthen CSOs’ ability to hold government institutions at both central and local levels accountable.

Category: Other.

Applying now

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