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"DRL Funding Opportunity: Strengthen European Freedom of Expression, Political Pluralism, and National Self-Government" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
DRL Funding Opportunity: Strengthen European Freedom of Expression, Political Pluralism, and National Self-Government is sponsored by U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL). DRL requests proposals to strengthen the ability of European countries and institutions to protect freedom of expression, political pluralism, and national self-government.
This funding opportunity directly supports the U.S. National Security Strategy's priority of 'building up the healthy nations of Central, Eastern, and Southern Europe through commercial ties, political collaboration, and cultural and educational exchanges.'
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations; public and private educational institutions. All organizations must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) issued via SAM.gov as well as a valid registration in SAM.gov. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows not specified, part of a roughly $205 million Democracy Fund, with a significant portion directed at European countries. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was August 31, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
DRL Funding Opportunity: Strengthen European Freedom of Expression, Political Pluralism, and National Self-Government is funded by U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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