Democracy Commission Small Grants Program 2022
U.S. Embassy Tbilisi announces an open competition for Democracy Commission Small Grants Program (DemCom). The implementing body at each mission is the Democracy Commission, chaired by the Deputy Chief of Mission and including the Public Affairs Officer, other members of the Country Team, and representatives of U.S. Government agencies.
Program Objectives:
The purpose of the Democracy Commission Small Grants Program is to award grants for specific projects that support democracy, enhance the development of democratic institutions and foster education of civil society in Georgia. Grants will be awarded to non-governmental, non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and media organizations based and registered in Georgia.
The maximum amount of a grant is $50,000 per project.
Application Submission: December 17, 2021 -February 25, 2022
The project proposals must address at least one of the following themes:
ECONOMIC GROWTH:
- Rural Economic Development/Entrepreneurship Development/Social Entrepreneurship
- Tourism Development/Hospitality Management
- Basic Education (Please see note below.)
GENDER EQUALITY AND SOCIAL INCLUSION:
- Women Empowerment
- Inclusion of Ethnic and Religious Minorities
- Civic Integration of People with Disabilities/Inclusive Education
- Protection of Children’s Rights and Child Welfare
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT AND MORE INFORMED CITIZENRY:
- Journalism Education and Professionalism
- Media Literacy Training and Production of High-Quality Independent Media Content
- Capacity Building and Advocacy for Local SCOs
- Cyber Security, Strategic Communications and Digital Diplomacy
NOTE: Basic education projects may include strengthening public schools for grades 1-12 through teacher training and professional development, online learning, virtual platforms and innovative programs for students including school libraries, science and tech labs, and enrichment programs. For more information on basic education strategies, please review the U.S. Government Education Strategy FY2019-2023 and the USAID Education Policy Program Cycle Implementation and Operational Guide)
B. FEDERAL AWARD INFORMATION
Application Submission: December 17, 2021 -February 25, 2022
Length of performance period: up to 12 months
A number of awards anticipated: Depending on budget request award amounts.
Award amounts: The maximum amount of a grant is $50,000 per project.
Anticipated program start date: May 2022
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Program Performance Period: Proposed programs should be completed in 12 months or less
C. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION
Eligible Applicants:
The following organizations are eligible to apply:
- Georgian not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations;
- Higher Education Institutions.
- Independent media outlets registered in Georgia.
Cost share is not required
D. APPLICATION AND SUBMISSION INFORMATION
Please include the program name – 2022 Democracy Commission in the subject line.
Please, be advised that emails exceeding 6MB and RAR files will not be accepted.
Please ensure:
- The proposal clearly addresses the goals and objectives of this funding opportunity
- All documents are in English
- All budgets are in U.S. dollars and exclude VAT.
- All pages are numbered (max 9 pages)
- The application package must be archived only into ZIP archive. RAR archived packages will not be accepted.
Completed application and required supporting documents must be submitted electronically to: TbilisiGrants@state.gov
Please include the program name 2022 Democracy Commission in the subject line.
The following documents are required:
- Mandatory application forms:
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance – organizations)
- SF-424A (Budget Information for Non-Construction programs)
- SF-424B (Assurances for Non-Construction programs)
- Application form (Microsoft Word doc.)
- 1- page CV of project team leader
- Support Letter/s
- Copy of registration on SAM.gov
- Copy of the NGO registration certificate
For Required documentation and detailed information please visit the link: https://bit.ly/30zia4X
2021