This Democracy Commission grant is for the purpose of strengthening grassroots democracy and fostering a vibrant civil society within Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH). The program specifically seeks to empower Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in their efforts to improve governmental institutions and cultivate a stronger sense of civic identity among BiH citizens. Highly competitive proposals will demonstrate the capacity to move beyond mere awareness-building, instead focusing on tangible behavior change and concrete action. The Commission particularly encourages submissions that showcase creativity and innovative approaches designed to maximize citizen engagement and participation in democratic processes.
Opportunity ID: 336939
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 001-FY2022 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | DEMOCRACY COMMISSION SMALL GRANTS PROGRAM |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | • Anti-corruption • Euro-Atlantic integration, with focus on the 14 key priority reforms identified by the EU Commission on pages 14-16 of its opinion on BiH. https://ec.europa.eu/neighbourhood-enlargement/system/files/2019-05/20190529-bosnia-and-herzegovina-opinion.pdf • Democratic political processes, in particular projects that will bring about more transparent and accountable institutions, more involvement by citizens in civic life, or more equitable participation in politics by marginalized groups. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 14 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.900 — AEECA/ESF PD Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Dec 13, 2021 |
| Last Updated Date: | Dec 13, 2021 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 11, 2022 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 11, 2022 |
| Archive Date: | Mar 13, 2022 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $50,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Non-government, non-profit organizations (including think tanks, civil society organizations), educational institutions and independent media that are based and legally registered in Bosnia and Herzegovina are eligible to apply. American or other donor country organizations and individuals are not eligible for grants under this program. Grants are generally awarded only to organizations. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina |
| Description: |
This program supports NGO efforts to develop grassroots democracy and viable civil society in BiH This program aims to improve the institutions of government and increase a sense of civic identity in BiH society. Proposals that go beyond awareness building to create behavior change and action will be particularly competitive. The Commission welcomes proposals that are creative and will lead to citizen engagement. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Edin Gurda
Administrative Clerk Phone 0038733704000 Email:gurdae@state.gov |
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Related Documents
Folder 336939 Full Announcement-Notice of Funding Opportunity -> FY 2022 Dem Com NOFO.pdf
Folder 336939 Other Supporting Documents-Application forms -> SF424A-V1.0.pdf
Folder 336939 Other Supporting Documents-Application forms -> SF424_4_0-V4.0.pdf
Folder 336939 Other Supporting Documents-Application forms -> 2022-AEECA-appl1-FINAL.pdf
Folder 336939 Other Supporting Documents-Other documents -> 2020_NCAGE_Request_UserGuide_en.pdf
Folder 336939 Other Supporting Documents-Other documents -> SAM_Entity_Administrator_Letter_Template3_International_No_Banking_Info.pdf
Folder 336939 Other Supporting Documents-Other documents -> Quick_Guide_for_International_Entity_Registration.pdf
Folder 336939 Other Supporting Documents-Other documents -> Quick Start Guide for Updating an Entity Registration.pdf
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