Democracy Commission Small Grants Program
ID: 353942Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Tajikistan (DOS-TJK)

Award Range

$10K - $50K

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/353942

Additional Information

https://tj.usembassy.gov/embassy/dushanbe/grant-programs/democracy-commission/
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Tajikistan is offering funding through the Democracy Commission Small Grants Program to support the development of democratic institutions and civil society in Tajikistan. This program invites applications from nonprofit organizations, for-profit NGOs, and independent local media to address four key topics: empowering marginalized communities, promoting media freedom, countering violent extremism, and supporting low emissions development planning. Grants will range from $10,000 to $50,000, with applications due by June 20, 2024. Interested applicants can seek assistance with the registration process on Grants.gov and SAM.gov, and for further inquiries, they may contact Raima Mukairshoeva at mukairshoevara@state.gov or by phone at 00992985808011.

    Point(s) of Contact
    mukairshoevara@state.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    2024 Dushanbe DemCom NOFO.pdf
    2024.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, has announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for its Democracy Commission Small Grants Program. The program intends to develop democratic institutions and civil society in Tajikistan by providing small grants to nonprofit organizations, for-profit NGOs, and independent local media. Applications are invited for projects addressing four priority topics: empowering marginalized communities, promoting media freedom, countering violent extremism, and supporting low emissions development planning. Eligible applicants must be based in Tajikistan, and can receive grant amounts ranging from $10,000 to $50,000, with a deadline for applications set for June 20, 2024. The program emphasizes building capacity in various sectors, raising awareness around critical issues, and fostering collaboration among civil society, media, and government entities. Successful applicants will be expected to provide measurable outcomes and may seek assistance with the registration process on Grants.gov and SAM.gov to qualify for funding. This initiative reflects the U.S. government's commitment to support civic engagement and development in the region, while promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in project implementation.
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