Opportunity Information: Apply for DOS GEO 21 003 012621
The Democracy Commission Small Grants Program (DemCom) is a discretionary grant opportunity offered by the U.S. Embassy in Tbilisi (U.S. Mission to Georgia) to support locally led projects that strengthen democracy in Georgia. The program was originally launched by the United States in 1994 as a flexible way for U.S. embassies to back democratic initiatives across Central and Eastern Europe and the post-Soviet region. In Georgia, the program is managed through the Embassy's Democracy Commission, which is chaired by the Deputy Chief of Mission and includes the Public Affairs Officer, other members of the Country Team, and representatives from other U.S. government agencies.
The core aim of the funding is to help advance democratic governance and civic life in Georgia. Projects are expected to support democracy, contribute to the development and strengthening of democratic institutions, and promote civic education and the growth of an informed and engaged civil society. The opportunity is designed for specific, project-based activities rather than broad organizational support, with an emphasis on practical initiatives that can show clear public benefit and democratic impact.
Eligible applicants must be based and registered in Georgia. The opportunity is open to Georgian non-governmental and non-profit organizations, including civil society organizations and think tanks, as well as higher education institutions and independent media outlets registered in the country. In the official eligibility categories, both public/state-controlled and private institutions of higher education are included, along with other qualifying applicants that fit the program's requirements.
Awards are issued as grants, with a maximum (ceiling) of USD 50,000 per project. The funding opportunity is listed under the number DOS GEO 21 003 012621 and is associated with CFDA 19.900. The activity areas tied to the opportunity include community development, education, regional development, and other related democracy-supporting activities. The notice was created on January 26, 2021, and the original closing date for submissions was March 15, 2021.Apply for DOS GEO 21 003 012621
- The U.S. Mission to Georgia in the community development, education, other, regional development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Democracy Commission Small Grants" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.900.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2021-01-26.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2021-03-15. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $50,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Private institutions of higher education, Others.
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Democracy Commission Small Grants Program (DemCom) - FAQs
What is the Democracy Commission Small Grants Program (DemCom)?
The Democracy Commission Small Grants Program (DemCom) is a discretionary grant opportunity offered by the U.S. Embassy in Tbilisi (U.S. Mission to Georgia) to support locally led projects that strengthen democracy in Georgia.
Who offers and manages this grant opportunity in Georgia?
The program is offered by the U.S. Embassy in Tbilisi (U.S. Mission to Georgia) and managed through the Embassy's Democracy Commission.
Who chairs the Democracy Commission?
The Democracy Commission is chaired by the Deputy Chief of Mission.
Who else participates in the Democracy Commission?
The Democracy Commission includes the Public Affairs Officer, other members of the Country Team, and representatives from other U.S. government agencies.
What is the main goal of DemCom funding?
The core aim is to help advance democratic governance and civic life in Georgia by funding projects that support democracy and contribute to the development and strengthening of democratic institutions.
What kinds of outcomes are projects expected to support?
Projects are expected to support democracy, strengthen democratic institutions, promote civic education, and encourage the growth of an informed and engaged civil society.
Is this program intended to fund entire organizations or specific projects?
The opportunity is designed for specific, project-based activities rather than broad organizational support, with an emphasis on practical initiatives that can show clear public benefit and democratic impact.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants must be based and registered in Georgia. The opportunity is open to Georgian non-governmental and non-profit organizations (including civil society organizations and think tanks), higher education institutions, and independent media outlets registered in the country.
Do higher education institutions qualify, and does it matter if they are public or private?
Yes. The eligibility categories include both public/state-controlled and private institutions of higher education, as long as they are registered in Georgia and meet the program requirements.
Are independent media outlets eligible?
Yes. Independent media outlets registered in Georgia are included among the eligible applicant types.
Does an applicant need to be registered in Georgia?
Yes. Applicants must be based and registered in Georgia to be eligible.
What is the maximum award amount?
Awards are issued as grants with a maximum (ceiling) of USD 50,000 per project.
What type of funding instrument is used?
The program issues awards as grants.
What is the funding opportunity number for this notice?
The funding opportunity is listed under the number DOS GEO 21 003 012621.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is associated with CFDA 19.900.
What activity areas are tied to this opportunity?
The activity areas tied to the opportunity include community development, education, regional development, and other related democracy-supporting activities.
When was the notice created?
The notice was created on January 26, 2021.
What was the original closing date for submissions?
The original closing date for submissions was March 15, 2021.
When was the DemCom program originally launched?
The program was originally launched by the United States in 1994 as a flexible way for U.S. embassies to back democratic initiatives across Central and Eastern Europe and the post-Soviet region.
What geographic focus does this specific opportunity support?
This opportunity supports locally led projects that strengthen democracy in Georgia.
What kind of impact is emphasized in funded projects?
The opportunity emphasizes practical initiatives that can show clear public benefit and democratic impact.
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