Small Grants Program

The United States Mission to the United Nations and Other International Organizations in Geneva advances U.S. policy at more than 100 international organizations in Geneva. The U.S. Mission engages daily on issues as diverse as humanitarian assistance, global health, international trade, peace and security, arms control, and human rights.The Program:The United States Mission in Geneva is accepting project proposals for its fiscal year 2020 Small Grants Program. The Small Grants Program permits individuals, non-government organizations, think tanks, and government and academic institutions to seek funding for projects that promote U.S. policy priorities in the multilateral sphere. All programs must include a U.S. element or connection. Awards will be made to successful applicants subject to the availability of appropriated funds.Programs can include, but are not limited to, academic and professional lectures or panel discussion; exhibitions and cultural programs; professional and academic exchanges; professional development workshops and training; or public awareness campaigns.Priority Program Areas:Though all submitted projects will be considered for funding, we are currently giving priority to projects that highlight:Human rights, including protection of human rights defendersFreedom of religion or beliefPromoting peace and securityPublic-private partnershipsPreserving core UN valuesPromoting transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the UN systemFurther details about the program and how to apply at the following link: https://geneva.usmission.gov/annual-program-statement/ Funding Opportunity Number: GVA-SGP-2020-001. Assistance Listing: 19.040. Funding Instrument: G. Category: O. Award Amount: $5K – $15K per award.

This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) outlines funding priorities, strategic areas of focus, and instructions for submitting requests for funding. Please follow all instructions carefully. Through its Small Grants Program, the United States Mission in Geneva is accepting project proposals that promote U.S. policy priorities in the multilateral sphere. Project should be aimed at international (not U.S.) audiences, and impact should resonate in Geneva`s multilateral environment. Projects should be implemented by an organization or individual with a presence in Geneva and/or be carried out in Geneva itself. U.S. Mission Geneva’s Small Grants Program supports projects that include, but are not limited to, the following priority areas: · Promoting human rights, including the protection of human rights defenders · Monitoring and managing the response to humanitarian crises · Strengthening global public health and global health security systems · Mobilizing action on climate change · Promoting transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the UN system · Advancing gender across the range of Mission Geneva’s priority areas Authorizing legislation, type and year of funding: FY23 Fulbright Hays Public Diplomacy Funds Awards will be made to successful applicants subject to the availability of appropriated funds. For further details about the program and how to apply, please see the full notice at the link below. Funding Opportunity Number: GVA-SGP-2023-002. Assistance Listing: 19.040. Funding Instrument: G. Category: O. Award Amount: $1K – $100K per award.

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