Upholding Democracy, Empowering Civil Society, the Judiciary, and Increasing Transparency in Croatia
ID: 355049Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Croatia (DOS-HRV)

Award Range

$50K - $150K

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/355049

Additional Information

https://hr.usembassy.gov/funding-opportunity-upholding-democracy-empowering-civil-society-the-judiciary-and-increasing-transparency-in-croatia/
Timeline
  1. 1
    Forecast Posted Not available
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    Forecast Due Not available
  3. 3
    Posted Jun 21, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  4. 4
    Due Jul 22, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
Description

The U.S. Mission to Croatia is offering a grant opportunity titled "Upholding Democracy, Empowering Civil Society, the Judiciary, and Increasing Transparency in Croatia." This initiative aims to support projects that enhance the capacity and resilience of civil society, promote the rule of law, and increase government transparency in Croatia. The funding is particularly focused on areas such as monitoring and advocacy, capacity building, judicial training and reform, government transparency, and empowering citizens to improve access to justice. The total estimated program funding is $500,000, with individual awards ranging from $50,000 to $150,000, and a total of approximately 15 awards expected. Interested applicants, including not-for-profit organizations and educational institutions based in Croatia, must submit their proposals by July 22, 2024, and can reach out to the Zagreb PD Section at zagrebpdgrants@state.gov for further information.

Point(s) of Contact
zagrebpdgrants@state.gov
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