Deadline: 30 April 2017
Embassy of Switzerland in Bosnia and Herzegovina is seeking proposals for its Culture Small Actions Grants to support creative, change-oriented, and socially relevant actions, which can be completed, ideally, within one year or at the latest by January 31st, 2019.
Switzerland continues to support small-scale projects in the area of culture for the next two years through calls, convinced that culture can act as a catalyst for sustainable development and contribute to social and cultural transformation. Preference will be given to projects which are implemented outside of large cities.
Each organisation or institution can receive funding only for one project in the current phase of the Small Actions grants (2017-January 2019).
Funding Information
The contribution amount available for support is max. BAM 15’000.
Eligibility Criteria
Partner organizations must be registered in BiH and have adequate organizational structures and a sound financial record.
Projects shall:
- promote cultural diversity and intercultural dialogue in line with the SDC Culture and Development Policy;
- take place mainly in Bosnia and Hercegovina (preference will be given to projects which are implemented outside of large cities);
- be developed in participatory way and reflect a clear need of the selected target beneficiaries;
- not finance exclusively the purchase of equipment or the provision of consulting services;
- support the introduction or testing of new ideas and innovative approaches / provide an opportunity;
- promote cohesion, facilitate interethnic and local, national and regional cooperation;
- promote gender equality and social inclusion.
How to Apply
- Applications with requested contribution equal of higher than BAM 15’000 must be submitted in English, while other applications can be submitted either in English or local language.
- Applicants can download the application forms via given website.
For more information, please visit Call for Proposals.