Opportunity Information: Apply for STI40020GRXXXX
The Democracy Commission Small Grants Program is a discretionary grant opportunity offered by the U.S. Department of State through the U.S. Embassy in Dushanbe, specifically managed by the Embassy Public Affairs Section (PAS). The program is designed to strengthen democratic institutions and support civil society development in Tajikistan by providing competitively awarded small grants to local organizations. It is aimed at helping Tajik groups carry out projects that align with the Embassy's democracy and civil society objectives, with an emphasis on practical, community-facing initiatives that can show tangible results.
Funding is intended for Tajik nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations, civil society organizations, associations, and independent local media outlets. In the published eligibility language, eligible applicants include nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status and nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education), which signals that the program is structured to accommodate a range of nonprofit entities while keeping the focus away from universities and similar higher education institutions. The overall goal is to support credible, independent civic actors and media organizations that can contribute to democratic participation, accountability, and an informed public.
Applicants are asked to submit a short initial application in the form of a Statement of Interest (SOI), and that SOI must be no longer than two pages. The Embassy notes that proposals should be developed with close attention to PAS goals, priority program areas, intended target audiences, and geographic focus, meaning applicants should tailor their concepts to the Embassy's stated priorities rather than submitting broad or generic project ideas. While the notice references "priority areas specified below," the excerpt provided does not list them, so applicants would need to consult the Embassy's Democracy Commission webpage for the detailed priority areas and any updated guidance.
In terms of award size and scale, the program lists an award ceiling of $50,000, with an expectation of up to 20 awards. This suggests a small-grants structure where multiple projects can be funded rather than a single large program, and applicants should design projects with realistic scopes, clear deliverables, and budgets that fit within that maximum. The funding instrument type is a grant, and the activity category is listed as community development, which often aligns with local engagement, capacity building, and initiatives that produce direct community benefit.
Administrative details show the opportunity number as STI40020GRXXXX, under CFDA 19.900, with the issuing agency identified as the Department of State, U.S. Mission to Tajikistan. The opportunity was created on March 2, 2020, with an original closing date of March 31, 2020, indicating the specific cycle reflected in the listing. Finally, the announcement states that funding is provided under the Foreign Assistance Act authorization and remains subject to statutory limitations, meaning final awards and allowable activities depend on U.S. government funding rules and any relevant legal restrictions tied to the source of funds. For official program details, priority themes, and submission instructions, the Embassy directs applicants to its Democracy Commission page at https://tj.usembassy.gov/embassy/dushanbe/grant-programs/democracy-commission/.Apply for STI40020GRXXXX
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Tajikistan in the community development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Democracy Commission Small Grants Program" 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 Mar 02, 2020.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 31, 2020. (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.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 20 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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