Deadline: 1 March 2018
Applications are open for the U.S. Embassy Democracy Commission Grants Program to award grants to Macedonian non-profit and non-governmental organizations and independent media for projects that support the development of democratic institutions in the Republic of Macedonia.
Eligible Projects
The Commission is most interested in projects relating to:
- Promoting rule of law / effective administration in justice
- Institutionalization of open, pluralistic, democratic political processes at the local level
- Civic education and civil society
- Empowerment of women and youth and interethnic community building
- Promoting economic and business development
- Fostering independent media / enhancing professionalism in the media
Funding Information
The maximum Democracy Commission grant is $24,000.
Evaluation Criteria
The Democracy Commission will evaluate proposals according to the following criteria:
- Relevance of topic
- Clarity in goals, activities, and target group
- Please explain how applicants will measure success. What are the expected outcomes of applicant’s project?
- Sensible budgeting
- Longer-term sustainability, where applicable
- The ability of the applying organization to successfully carry out the project aims
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted at the address given on the website.
Eligible Country: Macedonia
For more information, please visit Democracy Commission Grants Program.