Deadline: 14 April 2017
The U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Section (PAS) is seeking applications for its Small Grants Program. Grants are intended for local representatives of civil society including non-governmental organizations, cultural institutions, universities, schools, and individuals.
Goals
To receive funding, grants must support one of the following goals:
- Promote reconciliation, through programs which promote social integration among all segments of society; encourage participatory processes between citizens and government; strengthen partnerships to give communities a greater voice in government and society.
- Improve respect for human rights, through programs which strengthen democratic values; enhance awareness and protection of religious freedom and human rights principles; and encourage gender equality.
- Improve respect for and application of freedom of expression, through programs that promote a free and open media; strengthen understanding of social media; empower journalists through training (including ethics, investigative techniques, and English language).
Funding Information
- Estimated Total Program Funding: $25,000
- Award Ceiling: $5,000
- Award Floor: $5,000
Eligibility Criteria
- The U.S. Embassy encourages applications from all sectors: committed and organized civil-society organizations, local representatives of civil society, think tanks, non-governmental organizations, academic institutions, and individuals.
- All grantees must have a non-profit status.
How to Apply
Applicants can apply via given website.
For more information, please visit Grants.gov.