Deadline: 15 May 2019

U.S. Embassy in Georgia is seeking applications for its Alumni Program 2019 to support Georgia’s democratic advancement, western integration, economic growth and development of entrepreneurship.

Grant proposals must support projects that address a tangible need in a community and have measurable outcomes. Applicants may develop partnerships with relevant stakeholders, including the public and/or private sector as well as local organizations, where applicable.

Benefits

• Personnel: Salaries and honorariums can be funded (including the applying alumni) and should include the income tax. Please describe the salaries of staff who will be working directly on the project and the percentage of their time that will be spent on the project.
• Travel: Estimate the costs of travel and per diem for this project. It may include driver’s salary, hiring fee of the car or the fuel cost. If the project involves international travel, include a brief statement of justification for that travel. In case of the travel grant applicant is required to obtain travel insurance and provide U.S. Embassy with a copy of the insurance.
• Supplies: List and describe all the items and materials that are needed for the project.
• Other Direct Costs: Describe all other costs directly associated with the project, which do not fit in the other categories. “Cost Sharing” refers to contributions from the organization or other entities outside the U.S. Embassy. It also includes in-kind contributions such as volunteers’ time and donated venues.
• Food: Food and refreshments costs for conferences and networking events are allowable up to 10% of the total project costs.
• Alcoholic Beverages: Please note that award funds cannot be used for alcoholic beverages and entertainment.

Funding Information

• The amount of funds that may be requested is $24,000.
• The maximum project period is one year.

How to Apply

Applicants should submit their project proposals via electronic mail at the address given on the website.

Eligible Country: Georgia

For more information, please visit https://ge.usembassy.gov/education-culture/grant-programs/alumni-grants-pas/