OpportunityTitle: ALUMNI SMALL GRANTS PROGRAM
CategoryExplanation: We are seeking proposals that advance one or more of the following priorities:    &#8226; Fostering Innovation and Supporting Entrepreneurship  &#8226; Combatting corruption  &#8226; Enhancing Moldova&#8217;s Cyber Security posture  &#8226; Promoting Moldova&#8217;s energy diversification efforts  &#8226; Supporting free and fair elections   &#8226; Encouraging Good Governance    The U.S. Embassy is also soliciting applications for the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2020, a global competition for USG alumni. The themes for this opportunity are:    &#8226; Strengthening the role of women in peace, security, and governance  &#8226; Engaging women as partners in preventing terrorism and countering radicalization and recruitment  &#8226; Promoting protection of women and girls from violence, abuse, and exploitation  &#8226; Supporting women&#8217;s political, economic, and civic participation
AdditionalInformationOnEligibility: Eligibility is limited to Moldovan non-profit organizations where at least two alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs, who are citizens or residents of the Republic of Moldova play a leading role in project implementation. This applies also to Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2020 grants competition. Please mention the organization in the project application.
Description: The Alumni Small Grants program supports alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs in and promoting ideas, implementing best practices, and sharing the experiences gained during their U.S. exchange program. Grants support a wide range of programs, including professional and community development, with the ultimate goal of increasing mutual understanding between U.S. and Moldovan citizens. Alumni small grants generally range from $5,000-$25,000. A complete application must contain the following mandatory elements: 1. Application Format in MS Word format (Please download from Related Documents)2. Detailed Budget in MS Excel format (Please download from Related Documents)3. Budget Narrative (free form)4. CVs of the paid staff and experts For the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2020 grants competition please submit the following documents:1. AEIF 2020 Application Form (Please download from Related Documents)2. AEIF 2020 Budget Form (Please download from Related Documents)3. CVs of the paid staff and experts For more details see attached Related Documents.
GrantorContactEmailDescription: work email
GrantorContactText: Andrei Cusnir &lt;br/&gt;Alumni and Speakers Program Specialist  &lt;br/&gt;+373 22 851704; +37368227731