Small Grant Program in the People's Republic of China
ID: 315723Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to China (DOS-CHN)

Award Range

$0 - $20K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/315723
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to China is forecasting a Small Grant Program aimed at supporting civil society initiatives within the People's Republic of China. This program invites proposals that promote civil engagement, human rights, good governance, rule of law, environmental protection, education, and multilateral economic engagement, with a focus on entities qualified to receive U.S. grants. The funding opportunity, categorized as discretionary, has an award ceiling of $20,000, and proposals from for-profit entities or those targeting projects in Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan will not be considered. Interested applicants can reach out to Shanna Surendra at chinasmallgrants@state.gov or by phone at 86-10-8531-3046, with proposals due by June 15, 2019.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Shanna Surendra Grantor
    86-10-8531-3046
    chinasmallgrants@state.gov
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