OpportunityTitle: PDS Zagreb Annual Program Statement
CategoryExplanation: PDS Zagreb invites proposals for programs in the following areas:  Entrepreneurship/Economic Prosperity  &#8226; Projects that prepare small- and medium-sized enterprises to expand to the global market.  &#8226; Anti-corruption educational programs and initiatives that contribute to government accountability, business transparency, and improving Croatia&#8217;s investment climate.  &#8226; Entrepreneurship programs for underrepresented audiences including women, minorities, and residents of small cities and rural areas.    &#8226; Programs supporting women&#8217;s rise to senior leadership positions in government, business management, civil society, academia, and other sectors.   &#8226; Programs that deepen ties between U.S. and Croatian professional tech organizations and institutions, preferably with the virtual or in-person participation of U.S. experts on topics such as artificial intelligence, financial technology, and cybersecurity.     Gaming/Esports  &#8226; Projects that promote career opportunities in esports and gaming, including through tournaments, festivals, workshops, lectures, conferences, and related activities to improve conditions for amateur and professional gamers, including those from underrepresented groups.  &#8226; Activities that highlight game development as a growing industry, such as hackathons, game jams, and professional development activities for programmers.  Engaging U.S. experts in virtual or in-person programs is recommended.    Climate Action  &#8226; Innovative programs that engage American and Croatian experts in climate action, including raising climate awareness, elevating environmental justice, and promoting the green economy and eco-friendly entrepreneurial initiatives such as sustainable development, sustainable finance, renewable energy, and eco-tourism.    Human Rights and Democracy  &#8226; Programs for teachers and/or students that strengthen Croatia&#8217;s Holocaust education curriculum by incorporating new resources, introducing new classroom strategies, and developing engaging activities and workshops that combat antisemitism and promote tolerance.   &#8226; Programs that improve Holocaust education in Croatia by increasing the capacity of key institutions and organizations to deepen understanding of the past and legacy issues.  Projects that engage U.S. experts for joint activities are preferred.  &#8226; Projects that engage underrepresented audiences, celebrate diversity, and increase societal inclusi
AdditionalInformationOnEligibility: &#8226; Grants are awarded to Croatian non-profit organizations and institutions including educational institutions;  &#8226; Applicants are only allowed to submit one proposal per organization;  &#8226; Organizations with active grants are not eligible to apply.
Description: The following categories of projects are not eligible for funding:&#183; Projects involving partisan political activity;&#183; Projects involving charitable activities and/or the distribution of humanitarian aid;&#183; Projects involving a fundraising campaign;&#183; Projects that are commercial in nature (for example, projects from which the applicant or a partner derives money or which supports a current or future business or entrepreneurial venture);&#183; Projects involving the provision of health care or services, childcare, food subsidies, or other social services;&#183; Projects funding individual travel outside of Croatia for consultations or conferences. SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS:Proposals must be submitted via e-mail to zagrebpdgrants@state.gov. Late submissions will not be considered. You should receive an auto-reply stating that your email has been received. If you do not receive such a reply within 1 day, please contact us immediately. Questions about the program can be addressed to zagrebpdgrants@state.gov. No inquires will be accepted by phone, social media, or any other method.
GrantorContactEmailDescription: Zagrebpdgrants@state.gov
GrantorContactText: Sasa Gorjanec &lt;br/&gt;Grantor &lt;br/&gt;Phone 38516612295
CloseDateExplanation: DEADLINE 1: 12:00 pm (noon) on January 10, 2022  Applicants will be notified of results the end of February 2022.  Funding is provided for projects starting after April 1, 2022, and no later than April 1, 2023.  The Embassy cannot reimburse costs incurred before the grant is signed.    DEADLINE 2: 12:00 pm (noon) on May 10, 2022  Applicants will be notified of results by the end of May 2022.  Funding is provided for projects starting after July 1, 2022, and no later than July 1, 2023.  The Embassy cannot reimburse costs incurred before the grant is signed.