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ClosedEurasia Foundation (funded by USAID) · 2026

Social Idea Accelerator Grants – Uzbekistan

Quick Facts

Agency: Eurasia Foundation (funded by USAID)
Funding: Varies (small grants)
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Closed
Eligibility: Implementers of youth-led and/or youth-oriented projects from Uzbekistan. Projects must link to a successful, existing youth-led project and address a priority problem in the local community.
Grant Type: Capacity Building
Geographic Scope: International

About This Grant

Social Idea Accelerator Grants – Uzbekistan is a grant from Eurasia Foundation (funded by USAID) that funds youth-led and youth-oriented social innovation projects in Uzbekistan. Part of the Social Innovation in Central Asia (SICA) initiative, the program supports projects that link to successful existing youth-led work and address priority problems in local communities.

The program aims to cultivate a vibrant and responsive civil society throughout Central Asia. Eligible applicants are implementers of youth-led or youth-oriented projects from Uzbekistan. Award amounts are small grants with amounts that vary by project.

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The program had four inter-related objectives: Foster a cohort of responsible young leaders; Promote greater public transparency and accountability; Enhance society’s ability to quickly respond to emerging opportunities; and Build the capacity of local organizations to be financially viable and responsive to constituents.

Results as of November 22, 2023 480 young leaders from Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan 170 youth successfully graduated CAYLA’s e-learning series 67 Youth Leadership Grants 15 Social Idea Accelerator Grants In 2020, SICA launched the Central Asia Youth Leadership Academy (CAYLA) for responsible young leaders who share goals, values, and passion for positive change in their communities.

The inaugural cohort included 163 young leaders from Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. Within three years, SICA recruited 480 young leaders from Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan from more than 2,439 applicants. Each cycle, launched with a CAYLA Regional Kickoff Conference, offered young leaders inspiration, training, and mentorship opportunities.

CAYLA members studied foundational skills in community engagement and leadership via interactive and engaging online activities. After graduating from CAYLA, the participants applied their new knowledge and experience through community change projects, supported with small grants and targeted technical assistance from SICA.

At each step, CAYLA members had an opportunity to network with their peers, local leaders, established CSOs, and government officials to share lessons about effective community initiatives.

POLICY, RESEARCH, AND OUTREACH 78 participants from Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan 81 professionals completed data visualization training and published compelling visualizations of issues in Central Asia 2 research apprenticeships funded and facilitated in Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan 20 Transparency Grants awarded 14 Policy Research Projects awarded The SICA Policy Research School (PRS) offered mentoring, workshops, on-the-job training, and peer-to-peer exchanges for CSOs, think tanks, and independent researchers that build needed capacities for participation in policy development and the role of watchdogs in monitoring the public sector.

PRS engaged its members in an advanced budget monitoring and public procurement transparency curriculum tailored to the policy areas of highest priority for them and aimed at improving ongoing initiatives and designing future campaigns on the budget process.

SICA also awarded grants to support outreach and research projects in Central Asia that strengthened civil society’s role in promoting transparency, public accountability, and policy research.

107 Innovative Solution Grants awarded in Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan 18 In-Kind Grants awarded 3 Exchange Network Grants awarded SICA was designed to provide civil society actors with the resources they need to strengthen their work and address the priorities of their communities.

To allow civil society to identify where they see the greatest need for investment, SICA provided resources through ongoing, flexible grant competitions to solicit and support timely project ideas and promote positive citizen participation and social innovations. Projects funded promoted transparency and accountability, revitalized communities, and opportunities and protections for all.

In total, SICA conducted 18 forums, reaching approximately 270,000 people.

84 organizations engaged as members of the Institutional Development Program from Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan 24 institutional development experts trained to use the SICA Institutional Assessment Toolkit 6 civil society workshops Private organizations perform varied and important tasks in Central Asian countries, and SICA developed the skills, tools, and capacities of such organizations to broaden their funding sources and increase engagement with their constituents.

Organizations from Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan joined the Institutional Development Program. To support an evidence-based approach for capacity building in Central Asia, SICA developed an Institutional Assessment Toolkit that its experts used to conduct tailored assessments and provide training in targeted areas for growth.

In 2021, SICA began offering Institutional Development Grants to help organizations address capacity gaps and better pursue their organizational missions. Learn more about SICA on the program’s website. This program description is made possible by the support of the American People through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).

The contents are the sole responsibility of Eurasia Foundation and do not necessarily reflect the views of USAID or the United States Government. Capacity Building , Civil Society , Youth & Leadership USA Pavilion Student Ambassadors at Expo 2017 Astana Kuwait Critical Thinking Project (n-mu)

Eligibility Requirements

Implementers of youth-led and/or youth-oriented projects from Uzbekistan. Projects must link to a successful, existing youth-led project and address a priority problem in the local community.

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Who can apply for Social Idea Accelerator Grants – Uzbekistan?

Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Implementers of youth-led and/or youth-oriented projects from Uzbekistan. Projects must link to a successful, existing youth-led project and address a priority problem in the local community. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.

What is the typical funding level for Social Idea Accelerator Grants – Uzbekistan?

Current published award information indicates Varies (small grants) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.

When is the deadline for Social Idea Accelerator Grants – Uzbekistan?

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How competitive is Social Idea Accelerator Grants – Uzbekistan?

Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.

What documents are required for Social Idea Accelerator Grants – Uzbekistan?

Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.

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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.

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