Deadline: 1-Jun-21
The U.S. Embassy Skopje Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce the funding opportunity through its Democracy Commission Small Grants Program.
The U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Section (PAS) in Skopje is soliciting proposals for grants from non-for-profit, non-governmental organizations and independent media in North Macedonia that focus on one of the priority areas specified below.
Priority Areas
Funding will be available for projects that address the priority areas below:
- Rule of Law and Government Accountability – These projects should address improving the rule of law, judicial independence, good governance, and the fight against corruption. By addressing these issues, projects should contribute to a more robust citizen-responsive government with strong democratic institutions.
- Citizen Participation – These projects should support strengthening of democratic institutions in North Macedonia, including increasing the participation and representation of citizens from all different backgrounds in civic life.
- Cybersecurity and Disinformation – These projects should promote cybersecurity, media literacy, and countering propaganda and disinformation efforts.
- Youth Development and Women Empowerment – These projects should support activities aiming to prepare young people and especially women to start their own businesses, combat youth emigration, and promote greater minority participation in North Macedonia’s economy. By addressing these issues, projects should contribute to improved business climate and economic policies, promote private sector growth and entrepreneurship, attract foreign investors, and create jobs.
- Environment Protection – These projects should promote solutions to environmental issues through join efforts by individuals (youth), community organizations, association of citizens, and local governments.
Funding Information
- The maximum Democracy Commission grant is $24,000.
- Estimated Total Program Funding: $285,000
- Award Floor: $1,000
Eligibility Criteria
The U.S. Embassy encourages applications from non-governmental organizations and media registered in North Macedonia.
For more information, visit https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=330579