U.S. Embassy Belgrade ECON - Building Capacity in the Western Balkans to Understand and Promote Responsible Trade and Investment
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Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Serbia (DOS-SRB)

Award Range

$500K - $500K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Additional Information

BLGECON@state
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    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Serbia is inviting applications for a federal grant titled "Building Capacity in the Western Balkans to Understand and Promote Responsible Trade and Investment." This initiative aims to establish a network of researchers, analysts, business leaders, and journalists in the Western Balkans to promote responsible trade and foreign direct investment (FDI), focusing on environmental stewardship, human capital development, and long-term economic prosperity. The grant, with a total funding amount of $500,000, is open to not-for-profit organizations from the six Western Balkan countries or the United States, and applications are due by August 28, 2024. Interested applicants can reach out to the U.S. Embassy Belgrade ECON Section at BLGECON@state for further information.

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    The U.S. Embassy in Belgrade, Serbia, invites applications for grant funding under its Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) for Fiscal Year 2024. The grant application form requires various details including project title, legal name of the applicant, grant amount requested, project proposal, measurable objectives, and budget breakdown. Key aspects of the proposal include a brief project summary, problem statement, audience identification, timeline, monitoring and evaluation plans, and sustainability considerations. Applicants must showcase how their project connects with American values, such as education and cultural exchange. The document stresses the importance of completing all sections accurately and outlines the criteria for success, ensuring all submissions meet the required guidelines. This initiative aims to promote dialogue and capacity building in Serbia, fostering stronger ties between the U.S. and local communities through engaging projects. Applicants are encouraged to refer to the Notice of Funding Opportunities (NOFO) for detailed instructions and must ensure their proposals are clear, concise, and impactful.
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