Deadline- June 15, 2012
Countries/Region- Ukraine
The Democracy Grants Program supports projects to foster the development and education of civil society in Ukraine. The program is a focused but flexible mechanism, which provides seed money for unique and sustainable projects, particularly projects that help develop the capacity and sustainability of non-governmental organizations in Ukraine. Selection of projects is based on the applicants’ ability to demonstrate concrete achievements which can show an impact in a given field or community. Over 600 projects from Ukrainian NGOs have received funding through the Democracy Grants Program since July 1996. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Eligibility-
- 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 a political party, or appointed or elected officials.
- Although the maximum funding available for a single grant is $24,000, the average amount of awarded grants is between $5,000 and $15,000.
- American or other third-country organizations and individuals are not eligible to apply for grants.
- General competition application must be submitted both in English and Ukrainian.
- In addition to general competition, the Embassy will, from time to time, hold special regional or thematic competitions, which may have different rules regarding project eligibility. Check the US Embassy website and local media for announcements.
- Project dates cannot exceed one year. Costs incurred before the official grant period begins will not be reimbursed.
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