U.S. Mission to the United Nations-Geneva, Small Grants Program
ID: 344437Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to the United Nations (DOS-USUN)

Award Range

$1K - $100K

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/344437

Additional Information

https://geneva.usmission.gov/annual-program-statement/?_ga=2.258127567.433542301.1668071385-512000795.1637053499
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to the United Nations in Geneva is offering funding through its Small Grants Program, aimed at supporting projects that align with U.S. policy priorities in international contexts. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, think tanks, and individuals with a presence in Geneva, focusing on areas such as human rights, humanitarian response, global health, climate change, UN system transparency, and gender equality. With a total funding allocation of $200,000, individual awards will range from $1,000 to $100,000, and proposals are accepted on a rolling basis until September 1 each year. Interested parties can direct inquiries to the Mission Geneva Public Affairs Grants Team at GenevaGrants@state.gov and find more details on the program at the provided link.

    Point(s) of Contact
    GenevaGrants@state.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    USUN Geneva 2023 NOFO grants.gov.pdf
    USUN.pdf
    The U.S. Department of State is offering funding through the U.S. Mission to the United Nations – Geneva Small Grants Program, designated by funding opportunity number GVA-SGP-2023-002. With a total allocation of $200,000, the program aims to support projects that align with U.S. policy priorities in international contexts, specifically targeting audiences outside the U.S. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, think tanks, and individuals with a presence in Geneva. Each award ranges from $15,000 to $40,000 for projects focused on areas such as human rights, humanitarian response, global health, climate change, UN system transparency, and gender equality. Proposals are accepted on a rolling basis until September 1 each year, and must fulfill strict application criteria, including a clear problem statement, program goals, a detailed budget, and sustainability plans. Importantly, for-profit entities and projects centered on partisan activities or U.S. audiences are not eligible. The application review process emphasizes organizational capacity, program feasibility, budget adequacy, and alignment with Mission's priorities, ensuring that funded activities can lead to lasting impacts beyond the grant period. Applications must be submitted via email and comply with specified requirements for registration and reporting.
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