Deadline: Ongoing
The U.S. Embassy is inviting Ukrainian non-profit and non-governmental organizations to submit project proposals to the 2016 Democracy Small Grants Program. This program supports projects that foster the development and education of civil society in Ukraine.
It is a focused yet flexible mechanism that provides seed money for unique and sustainable projects, particularly projects that help develop the capacity and sustainability of non-governmental organizations in Ukraine.
Grant Information
The maximum funding available for a single grant is $24,000, the average amount of awarded grants is between $5,000 and $15,000.
Thematic Areas
- Economic Reforms
- Anti-Corruption and Transparency in Government
- Anti-propaganda
- Support for internally displaced persons (IDPs)
- Support for veterans
Eligibility Criteria
- Grants can only be given to Ukrainian NGOs (non-profit and non-governmental organizations) registered in accordance with Ukrainian law. NGOs include, but are not limited to, civic organizations or associations, charitable foundations, and think tanks.
- NGOs and their members cannot represent or be affiliated with any political party, or with appointed or elected officials.
- U.S. or other third-country organizations and individuals are not eligible to apply for grants.
- General competition applications must be submitted in both in English and in Ukrainian.
- In addition to this general competition, the U.S. Embassy will, from time to time, hold special regional or thematic competitions, which may have different rules regarding project eligibility.
- Project dates cannot exceed one year. Costs incurred before the official grant period begins will not be reimbursed.
How to Apply
Interested applicants can apply via given website.
For more information, please visit Grants Program.
