Deadline: 30 September 2017
The Embassy of the Czech Republic in New Delhi is seeking proposals for its Small Local Projects, which could be supported by a financial contribution within the framework of the Czech Republic development cooperation.
The aim of this bilateral foreign development cooperation instrument of the Czech Republic is not to build capacity of the implementer but to support its development activities of a smaller scale. By the Czech Republic supported a small local projects should not only bring development outputs, but should also contribute to increasing the visibility of the Czech Republic in the country.
Various projects can be supported, such as projects to promote local development, improve health or medical care, eradicate poverty, make education available, educate people in rural areas, protect the environment, or improve the position of women in the society.
Funding Information
- The financial contribution is intended for projects implemented in India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal and Sri Lanka. Every implementer must be a local subject registered in the country.
- The financial contribution for a small local project is up to 500,000 CZK (approx. 22,000, – USD, 18,500, – EUR).
Eligibility Criteria
- A small local project can only be implemented by a local entity having legal subjectivity in the country. A contribution cannot be claimed by an individual.
- A project may be targeted differently, the spheres as such health, education, social services or agriculture are recommended.
- The project must be relevant to the needs and priorities of the target country and must be in line with the priorities of the Czech Republic development cooperation.
- The project should be effective and economical, for which reason all receipts must be documented. Personal costs – wage / fee, diet, accommodation, travel insurance, vaccination and other personnel costs must not exceed 25 % of the total budget. It is recommended that the contribution does not cover the overall budget of the project but to ensure its co-financing from other sources.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted at the address given on the website.
For more information, please visit Embassy of the Czech Republic.