Government of the
Republic of Serbia |
Review of Potential Domestic and Foreign Funding Opportunities |
| Introduction | Foreign Funding Opportunities | Domestic Funding Opportunities | Index |
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Government of the
Republic of Serbia |
Review of Potential Domestic and Foreign Funding Opportunities |
| Introduction | Foreign Funding Opportunities | Domestic Funding Opportunities | Index |
The PRS Implementation Focal Point of the Government of the Republic of Serbia, together with national and international partners taking part in the implementation of the Strategy, has prepared the Review of Potential Domestic and Foreign Funding Opportunities, intended for NGOs, Local Governments, SME and Entrepreneurs in Serbia. The Review aims to contribute to higher awareness of all partners and shall provide insight into resources for implementing various programme and project activities placed at disposal of non-government organizations, municipalities, small and medium-sized enterprises, entrepreneurs and individuals.
The Review provides an answer to a frequently asked question in the whole of Serbia: who should a concrete project proposal be submitted to. In this regard, the Review provides assistance to those who already know what they need, what changes they wish to sustain and what steps should be taken so as to achieve them. Our intention is to have an updated version of the Review published every two months and distributed to a large number of stakeholders.
We have given our best to make the Review informative and practical enough, and to make it a useful guide for applying for means from domestic and international donors and state institutions. Some donors have not been included in this issue of the Review due to the limited duration of the respective programmes, yet we shall strive to include them in the following issue. We would like to urge you to draw our attention to potential mistakes, and also to provide us with suggestions on how the following issues may be more adjusted to the needs of beneficiaries.
One of the main principles of the PRS implementation is the implementation at the local level. The Strategy recommends that every municipality make its integrative strategic development plan which is to rely on PRS recommendations as a basis for identifying local development priorities and dealing with the identified problems. We are hoping that, by facilitating accessibility to resources, the Review shall contribute to the inclusion of a larger number of local community actors into planning processes, which shall contribute to the implementation of the developed plans.
In this way strategic planning at the local level shall represent a significant foundation for municipal development, preparation for the European Integrations process and harmonization of donor activities operating at the local level.
We would like to thank everyone who has contributed to the initiative and we are hoping that the Review of Potential Domestic and Foreign Funding Opportunities shall fulfill its purpose and prove to be additional stimulation for the involvement of all beneficiaries who may contribute to the implementation of recommendations of the Poverty Reduction Strategy in Serbia and the improvement of the quality of life of its population.
Poverty Reduction Strategy Implementation Focal Point of the Government of the Republic of Serbia,
Everyone who works and plans is well acquainted with two stages of project development: turning an idea into a consistent plan of actions with clear objectives and deadlines which should be met, and the other when financial resources should be sought from a donor for its implementation. Everyone who has been involved in project development may confirm that it is easier to prepare a project than finance it.
Donor resources are not only limited, but also have to be sought at different addresses and used under different conditions which not many people are acquainted with in detail.
Therefore, the initiative of the PRS Implementation Focal Point of the Government of the Republic of Serbia, which attempts to provide an overview of potential resources for which non-government organizations, local governments, small and medium-sized enterprises and enterpreneurs may apply directly, represents valuable assistance to numerous social partners for the realization of their initiatives. Fight against poverty and mitigation of its far-reaching consequences on many people, who may not on their own and without assistance hope for a better life, is a very difficult task. It is easier if burden is shared among social partners – state bodies and institutions and social organizations and citizen associations. We expect that simple information on donors and learning about conditions for submitting projects shall contribute to a faster and more efficient implementation of good projects and initiatives in favor of the most disadvantaged. We hope that an efficient tool has been developed which shall facilitate the identification of needs and enable efficient linking with donors. We hope that better accessibility and knowledge of donors shall result in new ideas, initiatives and projects clearly directed at solving the problem of poverty in most deprived communities.
We would like to thank everyone who has taken part in the realization of the project.
Ministry of International Economic Relations
USAID partner in Serbia
Program Title
Community Revitalization through Democratic Action – Economy Program
Aim of the program/project
Creation of new jobs, increased economic growth and development of entrepreneurship.
Areas of Assistance
Economic development
Geographical area
22 municipalities in the Central Serbia (Aranđelovac, Batočina, Čačak, Ćuprija, Jagodina, Gornji Milanovac, Mladenovac, Lapovo, Ljig, Kragujevac, Kraljevo, Knić, Požarevac, Paraćin, Rekovac, Rača, Smederevska Palanka, Smederevo, Svilajnac, Topola, Velika Plana and Vrnjačka Banja)
Who may apply?
N/A
Application procedure and deadlines
N/A
Minimum-maximum amount for funding
N/A
Project Duration
Until July 2007
Limitations
N/A
Specific requirements
N/A
Contact:
E-mail: officekg@acdivoca.org.yu, tel/fax 034 331145;
E-mail: officebg@acdivoca.org.yu tel/fax, 011 2850451
Program Title
International Foundation for Social Democracy
Aim of the program/project
Support of social democracy aimed at social democratic parties, youth and women organizations linked to social democratic parties
Areas of Assistance
Political training
Geographical area
Serbia
Who may apply?
Social democratic parties, youth and women organizations linked to social democratic parties
Application procedure and deadlines
Deadline every year in November, application format can be found on the website
Minimum-maximum amount for funding
Depending on the project
Project Duration
Depending on the project
Limitations
Only trainings, no direct financial or material support
Specific requirements
Demand driven (applications can only be send in by social democratic political parties or organizations linked to the parties)
Contact:
PO Box 1310, 1000 BH Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Project Manager Kirsten Meijer,
Phone: +31 20 5512 228
fax: +31 20 5512 250
e-mail: kmeijer@pvda.nl
State Department's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs
Programs:
1. Program Title
Aim of the program/project
The goal of the JFDP is to support the development of higher education, scholarship and democratic society in Eurasia. The program places university teachers from Serbia at selected higher educational institutions in the United States, through a process of open competition. The program is intended to support those scholars who plan to return to their home country in order to continue their teaching and professional activities.
Areas of assistance
Development of higher education
Geographical area
Serbia
Who may apply?
Eligible are individuals who teach at higher education institutions, acknowledged by country's Ministry of Education
Application procedure and deadlines
All interested candidates should apply through American Councils' office in Belgrade. Applications will be available on www.americancouncils.org.yu and www.jfdp.org websites. The program will be announced summer 2006. Deadline for applications submission will be early September
Minimum-maximum amount for funding
This is a full scholarship which includes round-trip international and domestic transportation, medical insurance, monthly stipends, and a professional development fund.
Project Duration
One semester
Limitations
Applicants will receive J-1 visa and will be bound to two-year home residency requirement.
Specific requirements
Applicants should have two years of prior teaching experience at institutions of higher education and be able to travel to United States early January 2007 to spend the whole semester at an American university.
2. Program Title
Aim of the program/project:
The program will enable students to learn about civic responsibility and community activism to see firsthand how democracy is practiced in the US, as well as to educate Americans about their country and culture. The program was established to provide young people in Serbia and Montenegro an opportunity to develop the skills they will need to lead their generation in the 21st century and to promote mutual understanding between the peoples of the United States and Serbia and Montenegro. Upon completion of the program, participants will become part of a network of alumni dedicated to improving their society through community service and promoting civil society.
Areas of assistance
Education
Geographical area
Serbia
Who may apply?
Students who are enrolled in secondary schools are eligible to apply, not institutions.
Application procedure and deadlines
All interested candidates should apply through American Councils' office in Belgrade. Applications will be available on www.americancouncils.org.yu and www.americancouncils.org websites. The program will be announced summer 2006. Testing will be conducted in ten cities in Serbia and Montenegro: Belgrade, Novi Sad, Subotica, Kragujevac, Nis, Zajecar, Prijepolje, Vranje, Podgorica and Bar.
Minimum-maximum amount for funding
This is a full scholarship which includes round-trip international and domestic transportation, medical insurance, and monthly allowance
Project Duration
One year
Limitations
Applicants should meet US J-1 visa requirements for high school students, and will be bound to two-year home residency requirement upon return to their home country. Applicants who have spend more than three months in the United States in the past five years are not eligible to apply.
Specific requirements
Applicants should be able to travel to United States August 2007 and spend the whole year living in American family and attending local high school
Contact
American Councils, Resavska 58/1, Beograd;
Tel/Fax: +381 11 265 7940; +381 11 265 7354; +381 11 265 7362
E-mail: info@americancouncils.org.yu
USAID partner in Serbia
Program Title
CRDA-E, Community Revitalization through Democratic Action - Economy
Aim of the program
CRDA-E is a civil society and economic development program: promoting economic development in local communities, building mutual trust between citizens and government and mobilizing citizens to engage in improving their quality of life. ADF implementing the CRDA-E is positioned for an increased emphasis on the generation of sustainable income and employment in the following areas: agriculture sector development, tourism development, SME development, economic environment, trade promotion and market access, reproductive health, environment and other initiatives.
Area of Assistance
Economic development, increased civic participation in decision-making processes
Geographical area
Province of Vojvodina and municipalities of Veliko Gradište, Golubac, Kladovo, Negotin, Kučevo, Bor, Majdanpek, Žagubica, Malo Crniće, Petrovac na Mlavi, Despotovac and Žabari.
Who may apply/Application procedure and deadlines
ADF implements the CRDA-E program through Community Development Associations (CDA)s that exist in each municipality in its Area of Responsibility. Members of the groups are community, civil society, agriculture cooperatives and business representatives from the respective municipality. Project proposals for CRDA-E funding can be submitted only by CDAs. For more information, please contact ADF office in Novi Sad (see contact details below).
Minimum - maximum amount of funding
N/A
Project Duration
The CRDA-E program implemented by ADF ends in May 2007.
Limitations
N/A
Specific requirements
Matching funds for the project need to be provided by community, municipality and/or other local or international partner.
Contact
ADF, CRDA-E program
Jovana Subotića 18, 21000 Novi Sad
Tel: 021/522-277
Fax: 021/524-546
Contact person: Jelena Burgić, Public Information Specialist
E-mail: jelena@adf.org.yu
Program Title
Several programmes are available to applicants from Serbia. For more information, please see official info at www.fco.gov.uk, link to 'Programmes'.
The Global Opportunities Fund (GOF) has been created to fund projects around the world relating to the FCO's eight strategic international policy priorities.
Diplomatic efforts to tackle drugs and crime are backed up, where appropriate, by funds for bilateral and multilateral project work from the FCO Drugs and Crime Fund (DCF).
FCO Scholarships and Fellowships encourage those who have the potential to become tomorrow's leaders, opinion formers and decision makers to study in the UK.
The FCO's Public Diplomacy Challenge Fund aims to encourage all the UK's diplomatic missions overseas to undertake imaginative and innovative public diplomacy activity in support of their local Public Diplomacy objectives and the FCO's strategic priorities.
In 2001 following a series of cross-cutting reviews to improve the Government's approach to and effectiveness of conflict prevention activity across departments, two Global Conflict Prevention Pools were created.
For more information, please see official info at www.fco.gov.uk, link to 'Programmes'.
Aim of the program/project
Please see official info at www.fco.gov.uk, link to 'Programmes'
Areas of assistance
Please see official info at www.fco.gov.uk, link to 'Programmes'
Geographical area
Serbia. For projects which are to be implemented mainly on the territory of Kosovo, it is necessary to contact British Office in Pristina.
Who may apply?
All legal entities are eligible to apply.
Application procedure and deadlines
All proposals are to be submitted to the Embassy, at the mentioned address below (preferably soft copy/e-mail). The proposals can be submitted in the form the applicant- organization develops it in. The Embassy's Project Committee meets on monthly basis to assess the proposals. Proposals supported by the Embassy are then forwarded to London for final decision-making. The Embassy accepts applications throughout the year.
Minimum-maximum amount for funding
Depending on the given Programme's framework: please see official info at www.fco.gov.uk, link to 'Programmes'
Project Duration
Up to three years.
Specific requirements & Limitations
We are implementing a strict policy on not funding construction/infrastructure works, humanitarian aid, projects aiming at material and equipment purchase, and similar. Please see official info at www.fco.gov.uk, link to 'Programmes'
Contact
British Embassy Belgrade, Resavska 46
Mrs. Sladjana Pavlovic, PPD Assistant
Tel: + 381 11 2645 055
Programs:
Aim of the program/project
The CIDA Local Initiatives Program (LIP) supports civil society organizations in Serbia strengthening them to better influence, and to participate with governments and other society stakeholders.
CIDA LIP supports civil society organizations to develop and implement: policies and accountability structures; strategies for sustainability and advocacy; and, mechanisms for effective planning, monitoring and reporting.
All CIDA LIP supported initiatives are expected to meet the needs of beneficiaries through the efficient and effective implementation of sustainable projects in the health, education and rule of law sectors. The main goals of the programme are:
1. Increased capacity of civil society organizations to build partnerships with governments and
network with other civil society organizations (including at the regional and national levels).
2. Increased capacity of civil society organizations to influence and participate with governments and other stakeholders in the development and implementation of health policy that underpins efficient primary health care systems which are sensitive to the issues of gender and marginalized people.
3. Increased capacity of civil society organizations to influence and participate with government and other stakeholders in the development, delivery and promotion of Education Systems that are inclusive, learner centered, sensitive to the issues of gender and marginalized people, and, that model respect and peaceful coexistence among all.
4. Increased capacity of civil society organizations to influence and contribute to the establishment of accessible, transparent and effective justice systems that support the democratic application and enforcement of the Rule of Law, which is sensitive to the issues of gender and marginalized people.
Areas of assistance
CIDA LIP will support efficient and effective implementation of sustainable projects in the health, education and rule of law sectors
Geographical area
Serbia
Who may apply?
Project proposals need to be submitted by Civil society organizations (including not-for-profit and nonpartisan local Non-Governmental Organizations and Community-Based Organizations) in Serbia; or, Multilateral organizations working locally and where the project is implemented in collaboration with local partner(s);
Application procedure and deadlines
Project proposals must be submitted electronically to the CIDA SCG LIP Coordinator in English according to the format provided. Proposals are reviewed on a regular basis and the project decision process for well documented proposals is currently taking 1-3 months.
Minimum-maximum amount for funding
The minimum CIDA LIP contribution is $10,000 CAD and the maximum is $100,000 CAD.
Partner organizations will provide a substantive project contribution (at least 10% of total budget).The partner contribution must be reflected in an itemized budget and can be in money or in-kind (office space, administrative costs, labor, etc.).
Project Duration
CIDA LIP co-financed projects normally run for up to one year, but projects of a longer duration will also be considered.
Limitations - What types of activities are not eligible for funding?
Funds will not be allocated for the following activities:
Specific requirements (General Conditions)
All projects must stay within the financial limits and be fully viable. LIP funds can be used for co-financing with other donors where the budget lines are clearly delineated, but project contributions must be used for the purposes intended. Approved projects should be unique and should not duplicate, correct or provide simultaneous funding for projects already receiving other contributions from the Canadian government. Where possible, materials and supplies required for projects should be procured locally.
Administrative costs related to a specific project are permitted, but cannot exceed 15% of the overall budget and must be fully justified.
Partner organizations need to provide a substantive project contribution (at least 10% of total budget). The partner contribution must be reflected in an itemized budget and can be in money or in-kind (office space, labor, etc.). Funds received from CIDA LIP must not be used as an organization's contribution in order to receive funding from another group or donor.
All organizations must have a demonstrated capacity to effectively manage the CIDA LIP funds in a timely manner.
The provisions of the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act (CEAA) apply to all CIDA LIP projects. All proposals will be screened according to the CEAA guidelines in order to ensure compliance
Contact
Embassy of Canada
Jasmina Beba Kuka;
tel : +381 11 306 3071;
E-mail: cida_scg_lip@canada.com
Aim of the program/project
The Canada Fund for Serbia was established at the Canadian Embassy as a way of supporting the development of civil society through strengthening democratic, economic, cultural and social life of citizens in Serbia.
Areas of assistance
Projects will be considered in a wide range of sectors, including institutional strengthening, health, education, environment protection, human rights of vulnerable groups, as well as projects that support sustainable democratic development, and so on. Preference will be given to projects which support gender equality, directly influence and are used by women, allowing them to gain experience in work with projects.
Geographical area
Serbia
Who may apply?
The program is intended to strengthen and fund the activities of worthy individuals, non governmental groups and institutions other than recognized international agencies and governmental institutions.
Application procedure and deadlines
Project proposals must have a detailed narrative description for one phase projects stating clearing the objectives and purpose of the project, as well as what results are expected. Approval may be given for more than one project for the same recipient within the same fiscal year or in successive fiscal years, as long as these projects are distinct. Project splitting or creating a number of smaller projects is to be avoided. When applying for the Canada fund there are special guidelines which need to be followed. In order for committee to even consider proposal, all the lines need to be fully justified. Proposals are reviewed on a regular basis (every two-three months) by a committee within the Embassy.
Minimum-maximum amount for funding
The maximum contribution from the Canada fund is CDN $ 10,000.00 per project.
Project Duration
Not specified
Limitations
Generally speaking, funding will not be provided to governmental bodies and institutions. However, if the national government maintains exclusive jurisdiction over an area where one would see a local government or non governmental presence in Canada, funds may be approved on an exceptional basis for projects in which the national government or an international agency is the executing agency. In such cases, funding will only be provided if the beneficiaries are outside the government and have no close relationship to the executing agency. Private sector for-profit organizations are not eligible for funding.
Specific requirements
Project contributions must be used for the purposes intended. Approved projects should be unique and should not duplicate, correct, or provide simultaneous Canadian funding for projects already being funded by the Canadian government. Funds should not be presented as the local input of the recipient organization to receive funding from another group. Feasibility studies are not eligible for Canada Funds.
Project funds are to be spent in country. Materials and supplies required for projects are to be procured locally on the domestic market and, where possible and feasible, in the national currency when possible. The program is not intended to provide for extra regional fellowships, scholarships, study tours, direct running costs of the applicant (salaries of employees, rent and utilities), expenses for travel to or from Canada, fees or per diems of consultants or experts, or to benefit privately owned firms of enterprises.
Aim of the program/project
The Partnerships for Tomorrow Program Phase II, funded by the Canadian International Development Agency and administered by the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada, is a small travel grant mechanism designed to contribute to the democratic and economic reform process in the countries of Central and Eastern Europe.
Areas of assistance
The program supports small projects, up to a maximum of $10,000, which aim to build and strengthen partnerships and linkages between Canadians and citizens of Central and European countries. These long term relationships will facilitate the capacity development of individuals and institutions in the Central and Eastern European region while developing Canadian expertise in working with Central and Eastern European countries.
Geographical area
Canada, Serbia
Who may apply?
The program is open to participants from all sectors including Canadian and Central and Eastern European institutions, educational institutions, non governmental organizations, professionals, businesses, individuals, youth and government (excluding the Canadian federal government).
Application procedure and deadlines
Applications must be received by AUCC by 5 p.m. EST on the 28th of each month. There must be 60 days between the end of the month in which the application is submitted to AUCC, and the start date of the project. For example, for a project planned to take place in June, the application must be submitted to AUCC by March 28th.
Minimum-maximum amount for funding
The program will cover the cost of international travel for Canadian and Central and Eastern European travelers. All travelers are eligible for the cost of international economy airfare, a per diem that covers a portion of the cost of accommodations and meals, and local travel (inter-city travel only), to a maximum of $10,000 per project.
Project Duration
N/A
Limitations & Specific requirements
All activities must have a capacity building component and must be compatible with CIDA's programming priorities. Due to the high demand and limited funds available, not all applications submitted will be approved. Funds will be awarded based on a set of criteria that will enable recipients to actively participate in the following types of activities:
Contact
Mr. David Foxall, Head of technical cooperation
Mr. Srdjan Svircev, Programme Officer
Phone: +381 11 306 3000
Fax: +381 11 306 3035
Ms. Danijela Sever-Radovanović, Communication and Administration Officer
Phone: +381 11 306 3071
Fax: +381 11 306 3035
E-mail: bgrad-da@international.gc.ca
Website: www.canada.org.yu
Program Title
From Research to Enterprise Award
Aim of the program/project
The objective of the project From Research to Enterprise is to facilitate the establishment of new enterprises, through practical adaptation of knowledge from public research to innovation projects (spin-off from research).
Areas of Assistance
Commercializing research inventions
Geographical area
EU CEI and non-EU CEI (applicants from Serbia are eligible)
Who may apply?
Researchers and scientists
Application procedure and deadlines
The previous deadline for submission (16 June 2006) has been extended to 31 October 2006[1].
Minimum-maximum amount for funding
The amount granted to a single proposal is EUR 15.000. The major part of this financial support shall be used for financing of professional consultancy services on the feasibility of establishing a company of a given profile.
Project Duration
/
Limitations
Terms and Conditions of the CEI Award From Research to Enterprise 2006, available on www.ceinet.org
Specific requirements
The evaluation criteria of the proposals includes, inter alia, potential of a commercial success and level of technological innovation
Contact
Mrs Giulietta Del Fabbro
Tel +39 040 77 86 745
Fax +39 040 77 86 783
E-mail: delfabbro@cei-es.org
[1] The deadline for submission of applications has expired during the course of production of this Guide. We suggest that you check back the CEI web site regularly for new funding opportunities.
Program Title
Civil Society
Aim of the program/project
Increase public participation in decision-making, strengthen philanthropy and nonprofit sector, and encourage a process for dealing with the past.
Areas of Assistance
NGOs
Geographical area
Serbia
Who may apply?
NGOs, not-for-profit organizations
Application procedure and deadlines
Initial letter of inquiry with project details followed by full proposal; accepted on an ongoing basis
Minimum-maximum amount for funding
No limits
Project Duration
Minimum 2 years
Limitations
No individuals
Specific requirements
See website www.mott.org
Contact
Walter Veirs, Program Officer
USAID partner in Serbia
Program Title
CRDA, Community Revitalization through Democratic Action
Aim of the program
Increasing civic participation through democratic community processes, the improvement of social and physical infrastructure, stimulating dialogue across ethnic lines, generating employment and economic development opportunities and improving environmental conditions with an increase in environmental awareness and sensitivity.
Area of Assistance
Economic development, stability programming
Geographical area
Municipalities of East and South Serbia in Zajecar, Nis, Pirot, Pcinja and Jablanica district
Who may apply/Application procedure and deadlines
CHF operates through Community Development Councils (CDC) and Enabling Economic Environment (EEE) working groups. These Councils and Groups are formed in all Municipalities of CHF`s area of operation. Members of the groups are community and business representatives in the region, together with Municipal representatives. Project request can exclusively come from CDC or EEE Working Group. For more information, please contact CHF International /Serbia offices or visit web page www.chfserbia.org.
Minimum - maximum amount of funding
Average cost of project US$ 20,000
Project Duration
The end of CRDA program is July 15.2007.
Limitations
N/A
Specific requirements
Minimum of 50% cost share
Contact
CHF Belgrade, office
11000 Belgrade, Ljutice Bogdana Ia/III
Tel/fax 3672 809
Contact person Maja Radicanin, Executive Assistant
E-mail: mradicanin@chfserbia.org
Program title
Social Transition in Serbia
Program is implemented in partnership with Balkan Community Initiatives Fund (page 82).
Aim of the program/project
Grant program Social Transition in Serbia aims to support the process of transition of social care by providing funding to local community-based, non-governmental, non-profit organizations that pro-actively and creatively address social care problems.
Areas of Assistance
Projects should address needs of socially vulnerable groups including: children and adults with disabilities, HIV positive persons and AIDS patients, children and adults with behavioral disorders, individuals suffering from addictions, the elderly, single mothers, women and children - victims of family violence, the homeless, children without parental care, ex-convicts, ethnic minorities, refugees and IDPs etc. regardless of national, religious and gender background. Investments in tangible matters such as renovation and purchase of buildings, furnishing or equipping of spaces to be used for target groups mentioned below, will be considered for support as well.
Geographical area
Serbia
Who may apply?
All registered non-governmental, not-for-profit organizations from Serbia that address issues in the field of social care. National and international organizations located outside of the community in question can act as partner organizations to applicants but cannot benefit from the grant or be the grant recipient. State institutions, governmental entities and for-profit initiatives are not eligible to apply.
Application procedure and deadlines
Receiving applications throughout the year
Minimum-maximum amount for funding
Up to 15,000 euro.
Project Duration
Without limitation
Limitations
Support will not be given forprojects with budgets that cover only institutional support for organizations, scholarships, research, printing of publications that are not an integral part of a project. Neither does the program support international travel, study trips, religious topics, humanitarian aid.
Specific requirements
The project needs to offer solutions that will contribute to positive changes in the current social care system and promote and introduce alternative methodologies and treatments in social service provision (both action and prevention). Priorities will be given to initiatives that:
Contact
Country Coordinator, Mr Jan Riemersma, Hilversum, Netherlands
Contacts through:
Balkan Community Initiatives Fund (BCIF)
Gospodar Jevremova 45/III-8
11000 Belgrade, Serbia
Tel: +381.11.2622-511
+ 381. 11. 3288- 721
+381. 11.3288-723
Fax: + 381. 11. 2629-374
E-mail: office@bcif.org
Program Title
Transformation Cooperation Concept
Aim of the program/project
Transformation cooperation dwells in the promotion of democracy and the defence of human rights, it focuses on the establishment and reinforcement of democratic institutions, the rule of law, civil society and the principles of good governance through education, spread of information, views and experience, in particular experience in the field of nonviolent resistance to the totalitarian system and the subsequent process of social transformation, experience of the Czech Republic and other countries of Central and Eastern Europe gained in the 1980s and 1990s.
Transformation cooperation is targeted on countries of priority interest of the foreign policy of the Czech Republic. Its major characteristic feature is, however, systematic cooperation with civil society groups and nongovernmental organizations while contacts with the government authorities in the recipient countries may be deliberately excluded.
Transformation cooperation forms
a) Training activities: study stays and scholarships, seminars, conferences;
b) Publication;
c) Study, work and exchange stays for students and young people, specialists, junior and communal politicians, journalists, representatives of nongovernmental organizations etc.;
d) Cultural events, presentations of cultural and training institutions;
e) Projects launched independently by entities in the recipient countries.
Areas of Assistance
a) Education in the fields of key importance for the process of social transformation (economics, justice and legislation, armed forces and security, education, social system, state administration and local self-government, rehabilitation of political prisoners, reform of special services and of the army, restitutions, privatization, etc.);
b) Promotion of civil society, civil life and relations within local communities, promotion of activities of nongovernmental organizations (in particular in fields important for social transformation), promotion of public engagement in decision-making processes;
c) Promotion of the establishment and work of local independent media, improvement of the standards of work of journalists;
d) Assistance in resolving problems related to undemocratic rule, and/or to the practice of repressive regimes, as well as in reducing these problems or eliminating them, provision of support to persecuted persons or groups (e.g. mediation of material, legal, psychological etc. assistance), promotion of alternative ways of spreading information;
e) Scientific research of aspects of transformation issues (economic, sociologic, socio-psychological, legal etc.) as a direct part of projects of transformation cooperation or their theoretical preparation;
f) Financial support (co-funding) of projects specified in items a) - e) seeking financial means from the funds of the EU or other international organizations
Geographical area
Serbia
Who may apply?
NGOs, local communities and media
Application procedure and deadlines
Usually the call for proposal is announced in time period from 15.11.2006- 29.12. 2006
Minimum-maximum amount for funding
According to the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the overall budget for this program for 2007 is 650.000 EUR for 9 countries in the region or 70.000 EUR for each country.
Project Duration
Depending on the type of activity.
Limitations
The minimum amount of co-financing that the recipient organization is expected to contribute is 10%
Specific requirements
Transformation cooperation with the recipient countries has the form of activities and projects effected on a bilateral or multilateral basis. Activities and projects are planned and prepared with regard to the needs of the recipient countries and with the aim to achieve maximum results with minimum funds. Activities and projects are realized either directly by the MFA (diplomatic missions abroad) or by partner institutions/organizations in the form of projects partly and completely covered from transformation cooperation funds.
Contact
Address – Bulevar Kralja Aleksandra 22, Beograd
Telephone – 011-3230-133, 3230-134
E-mail – Commerce_Belgrade@mzv.cz
Program Title
Ecumenical Women’s Solidarity Fund
Aim of the program/project
Support women as initiators and actors of change in faith communities and in society by supporting and connecting individuals and groups working in the fields of gender equality, peace building and reconciliation, ecumenical and inter-religious cooperation, encouraging networking and cross border cooperation.
Areas of Assistance
Through advocacy, networking and capacity building: advancement of gender equality, peace and reconciliation, ecumenical and inter-religious cooperation.
Geographical area
Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia, Macedonia, Montenegro and Serbia.
Who may apply?
· formal and informal women’s groups which develop cooperation between women including between women of different ethnic and religious background;
· mixed gender groups which empower women as actors of change for women and society;
· Women individuals who have the potential to bring about change in the community.
Application procedure and deadlines
Call for proposals at the beginning of March and beginning of September. Completed application forms which can be obtained from the EWSF office to be submitted by March 31 and September 30 respectively. Applications may be sent electronically.
Minimum-maximum amount for funding
Funding ceiling up to 3.000 EUR per proposal.
Project Duration
Projects may be implemented up to one year.
Limitations
Projects which may not be supported by the EWSF: those mainly implemented outside the EWSF geographical region; organizations and groups which advocate intolerance and violence; promotion of one faith, ethnic or national group; political organizations or parties; renovation and purchase of property; internal conferences for one organization; distribution of humanitarian aid; research projects falling outside the EWSF mission and aims; profit making ventures.
Specific requirements
Projects whose long term aims are to support women to:
Contact
Ecumenical Women’s Solidarity Fund
Ul. Svetog Roka 7, 21310 Omis, Croatia
Tel: + 385 21 862 599
Fax: + 385 21 757 085
E-mail: ewsf@ewsf.hr
Program Title
Democracy Commission Small Grants Program
Aim of the program/project
Support to democracy and development of democratic institutions in the Republic of Serbia
Areas of assistance
Free market economy, youth involvement, civil society, transparency in government, rule of law
Geographical area
Serbia - focus on areas outside of Belgrade
Who may apply?
Indigenous non governmental organizations
Application procedure and deadlines
Application form and guidelines available at www.belgrade.usembassy.gov/embassy/pa/dcsgp.html
Minimum-maximum amount for funding
Maximum amount - $24,000
Project Duration
Up to one year
Limitations
Projects NOT funded by the U.S. Embassy Democracy Commission include: those submitted by non-Serbian organizations and individuals; those relating to partisan political activity; conferences and individual trips abroad; charitable activity and humanitarian aid; fund-raising campaigns; commercial projects; arts and culture projects; scientific research; individuals not affiliated with an organization that can provide long-term sustainability to the project; and those that duplicate existing projects.
Specific requirements
Project proposals should be completed in English; Supporting documents may be in Serbian; Project proposals should include all of the information requested in the Application Form; Amounts in the project budget have to be in U.S. dollars; Project budget should not include any expenses incurred outside of the territory of the Republic of Serbia, such as international transportation, purchase of goods or payment of services in other countries, etc; Fees for staff engaged in the project implementation on a regular basis (project manager, project assistant, accountant, etc.) should not exceed 35% of the total project budget; The project budget should include bank charges; Grants are made on a one-time basis; A successful applicant may re-apply for a second grant, but the second proposal must be for a distinctly different project from the first project funded by the Democracy Commission.
Contact
Democracy Commission
Public Affairs Section
U.S. EMBASSY
Kneza Milosa 50, 11000 Belgrade
Phone: 011/306-4773;
E-mail: putrej@state.gov
Program Title
Balkan Incentive Fund for Culture
Aim of the program/project
Grant-giving in support of independent cultural projects in the Balkan region (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Macedonia, Serbia and Montenegro and Kosovo) continues to be a core commitment of the ECF. In an enlarged EU where there is a lack of accessible funding for cross-border projects, we remain convinced that grants for small to medium-sized cultural organizations are an essential part of developing collaborative practice and boosting the cultural dimension of a richly diverse Europe.
Areas of Assistance
Our current areas of interest are as follows: intercultural competence and collaboration across borders; Increased participation in the arts and the media; and strategies to break cultural isolation; The cultural dimension of EU enlargement; Strategies for change within cultural infrastructures; Creative responses to current political issues; Development of a common public and cultural European space.
Geographical area
Serbia & the Balkans region
Who may apply?
Independent cultural organizations (NGOs) from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Macedonia, Serbia and Montenegro, and Kosovo may apply as lead applicants or partner organizations. All projects should feature at least one country from this group.
Application procedure and deadlines
Applications will only be accepted if submitted online and will not be considered if sent as an attachment by email, as hard copy by mail, or in any other format. When we have received your application online you will receive an automated response by email. The Grants Unit will contact you once external assessments have been completed, usually within 8 - 10 weeks of the application deadline.
The first deadline for projects to be submitted under the scheme is 1 July 2006. After July, deadlines will be aligned with the ECF grants programme (e.g. 15 September 2006, March 2007 etcetera).
Minimum-maximum amount for funding
ECF grants usually vary between Euro 5,000 and Euro 30,000. The average project grant is Euro 10,000 - 15,000. The ECF cannot support more than 80% of the project's total budget.
Project Duration
N/A
Limitations
We do not support: activities that focus only on the academic sector or represent traditional approaches to research and education (e.g. school/university exchanges, scholarships, research or education programmes firmly located within a traditional institution); conventional approaches to arts education or art therapy; awards, competitions; folkloric events and projects which focus on conserving European heritage; actions that could otherwise be supported by specialist public and private arts funds (e.g. production costs of a one-off performance or art work, touring of an existing work or operating costs of an organization's regular activities); individual literary works, translations or running costs of an ongoing series of publications or cultural reviews (however, publications documenting your collaborative project may be included in your budget); Initiatives based solely on tourism; Projects that rely entirely on funding from our organization; Organizations whishing to realize a project without strong partners; Please note that festivals will only be supported in exceptional circumstances, where content fits closely with the ECF's current areas of interest.
Priority will be given to professional organizations working in the cultural sector on contemporary projects. We do not support commercial organizations, state institutions, amateur organizations, organizations focusing primarily on education, religion or heritage, or projects organized by student bodies. Individuals, including those seeking scholarship, bursary or residency costs, cannot apply for a project grant. The ECF has two mobility funds which support individual professionals in the cultural sector: STEP beyond and the Roberto Cimetta Fund. Please look at our website for more information and details of how to apply.
Specific requirements
There is no specific requirement regarding the number of countries that should be represented. What we wish to see is evidence of genuine cross-border collaboration in all stages of the project - planning, development and implementation. We are not interested in superficial consortia built for fundraising purposes. Regional and smaller-scale projects are as welcome as pan-European collaborations. However, we will not usually award grants to local or bilateral projects that could be supported through national or regional funds.
As well as relevance to our current areas of interest, we will be looking for the following qualities in your application: originality; high professional standards; strong mutually agreed partnerships; impact (beyond specialist or traditional niches); sustainability; experimentation; accessible and transferable practical results; European relevance; a clear and precise argumentation; a strong communication strategy; a balanced budget with mixed funding.
Contact
European Cultural Foundation
Isabelle Schwarz
Cultural Policy Development Manager
Tel. +31 20 573 38 68
Fax +31 20 675 22 31
Programmes:
The European Agency for Reconstruction's task is to manage the European Union's main assistance programmes in Serbia (Montenegro, UN-administered Kosovo) and the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia.
In addition to funds that are managed by EAR, in this Guide we are also listing European Union regional programs that are managed by other institutions.
Neighborhood Programmes
The Neighborhood Programmes are a new instrument of the European Union for support and promotion of cross-border co-operation at the new external borders of the EU. The Programme focuses on promotion of sustainable economic and social development, protection of the environment, fight against organized crime, improvement of border control and promotion of people-to-people actions.
The Programmes aim at reducing differences in the levels of development between regions on both sides of the EU external borders, and at promoting contacts between local communities in cultural, social and economic co-operation. The calls for proposals follow European Union rules for external aid programmes. The funds are distributed through a so-called grant scheme mechanism that enables direct financial grants to beneficiaries. Each programme has its priorities and measures under which applicants can submit their proposals.
Ministry of International Economic Relations is a national institution in charge of programme coordination and implementation, whereas EAR is Contracting Authority. Local offices have been open for each programme in order to facilitate coordination and activities at the local level.
Programme Title
Aim of the Programme/Project
To foster cooperation between Italian Adriatic regions and the so- called East Adriatic Countries (Croatia, Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia and Montenegro).
Areas of assistance
1. Fostering the sustainable development of urban, rural and coastal territories, environment, efficacy in the field of power resources, improvement of transportation, telecommunications, information and telecommunication services, as well as power and water systems;
2. Integration of border regions, overcoming barriers and peripheral conditions by fostering development of businesses and creating favorable conditions for the development of small and medium enterprises (SMEs), including tourism and fishing sectors, as well as promoting competition within production system;
3. Strengthening of institutions and harmonization systems, strengthening of judiciary and administrative cooperation, developing local initiatives for new job openings, assistance with social integration processes, creating new opportunities at the job market, stimulation and evaluation of human and institutional resources, research equipment, education, culture and health and civil systems.
Geographical area
Serbia
Who may apply?
All organizations and institutions defined in their by-laws as not-for-profit!
Application procedures and deadlines
Different for each call for proposals. All necessary information can be found on the Ministry’s website: http://www.evropa.sr.gov.yu/Isdacon/PublicSite1/NP_Programmes.aspx
Project duration
Please check the Ministry’s website: http://www.evropa.sr.gov.yu/Isdacon/PublicSite1/NP_Programmes.aspx
Limitations
Different for each call for proposals. All relevant information have been timely posted on the Ministry’s website: http://www.evropa.sr.gov.yu/Isdacon/PublicSite1/NP_Programmes.aspx
Specific requirements
Different for each call for proposals. All relevant information have been timely posted on the Ministry’s website: http://www.evropa.sr.gov.yu/Isdacon/PublicSite1/NP_Programmes.aspx
Contact
Ms Sanda Simic – Head of Border and Regional Cooperation Project Management Department
sanda@mier.sr.gov.yu, Ms Mirjana Nozic – Programme Coordinator mnozic@mier.sr.gov.yu, Ms Jelena Milosavljevic– Associate jmilosavljevic@mier.sr.gov.yu,
tel +381 11 3346-844, 3346-943
Programme title
Aim of the program/project
Promoting sustainable economic and social development; cooperation in solving common problems in the areas of environmental protection, health and combating organized crime, as well as ensuring efficient and safe borders.
Areas of assistance
Geographical area
Serbia
Who may apply?
All institutions and organizations defined as not-for-profit in their by-laws.
Application procedures and deadlines
Different for different Calls for Proposals (according to the EU regulations, between 60 and 90 days). All information has been timely published at the Ministry’s website
http://www.evropa.sr.gov.yu/Isdacon/PublicSite1/NP_Programmes.aspx
All applications sent within the deadline to the Joined Technical Secretariat in Dresden, and according to the EU regulations, will undergo evaluation and selection by independent evaluators. A unique list of project proposals is then formed. The most successful applicants will receive the EU grant. This is followed by project implementation and monitoring.
Project duration
According to current regulations, the Programme will last until the end of 2006. The preparation of the programme for the new EU financial period for 2007-2013 is well under way.
Limitations
All limitations are defined in the Instructions for Applicants which can be found on the Ministry’s website: http://www.evropa.sr.gov.yu/Isdacon/PublicSite1/NP_Programmes.aspx
Specific requirements
All requests are defined in the Instructions for Applicants which can be found on the website of the Ministry for International Economic Relations: http://www.evropa.sr.gov.yu/Isdacon/PublicSite1/NP_Programmes.aspx
Contact
Sanda Šimić – Head of the Programme Management Department, Tel: 011 3346 591, 011 3346 874; е-mail: sanda@mier.sr.gov.yu; Ivana Đuranović – Programme Coordinator, е-mail: idjuranovic@mier.sr.gov.yu, Tel: 011 3346 591, 011 3346 8; www.mier.sr.gov.yu
Programme Title
Aim of programme/project
Fostering sustainable development in near border regions; joined work on solving common problems; securing an efficient and safe border and developing small projects of direct cooperation through the strengthening of infrastructure to support cross-border cooperation; fostering sustainable economic development in the border zone through an economic evaluation of its potentials; forming new partnerships in the field of cross-border cooperation and strengthening operational cross-border contacts.
Areas of assistance
Fostering sustainable economic development through economic cooperation (trade, transportation and logistics, services and tourism) as well as interventions aimed at protection, preservation, improvement and management of natural resources and bio-diversity. Supporting social, institutional and economic cohesion through cooperation between institutions and communities at local level; improving network of cooperation between enterprises; fostering local initiatives and innovations for increasing employment opportunities and entrepreneurship; joined promotion of products on both existing and emerging markets. Cultural exchange and education-related activities.
Geographical area
The Programme for Serbia covers the following districts: Bor District, Zajecar District, Nisava District, Pirot District, Jablanica District and Pcinj District.
Who may apply?
All institutions and organizations defined as not-for-profit in their by-laws.
Application procedures and deadlines
Different for different Calls for Proposals (according to EU regulations, from 60 to 90 days). All information has been timely published on the Ministry’s website http://www.evropa.sr.gov.yu/Isdacon/PublicSite1/NP_Programmes.aspx
All applications sent within the deadline to the Joined Technical Secretariat in Pernik, and according to the EU regulations, will undergo evaluation and selection by independent evaluators. A unique list of project proposals is then formed. The most successful applicants will receive the EU grant. This is followed by project implementation and monitoring.
Project duration
According to current regulations, the Programme lasts throughout 2004-2006. The preparation of the programme for the new EU financial period 2007-2013 is well under way. It has been planned that one Call for Proposals will be announced every year.
Limitations
All
limitations are defined in the Instructions for Applicants which can be found
at the website of the Ministry for International Economic Relations
http://www.evropa.sr.gov.yu/Isdacon/PublicSite1/NP_Programmes.aspx
Specific requirements
All specific requests are formulated in the Instructions for Applicants which can be found at the Ministry’s website http://www.evropa.sr.gov.yu/Isdacon/PublicSite1/NP_Programmes.aspx
Contact
Sanda Šimić - Head of Programme Management Department
Tel: 011 3346 591, 011 3346 874
е-mail: sanda@mier.sr.gov.yu,
Kristina Ašković – Programme Coordinator
е-mail: kaskovic@mier.sr.gov.yu,
Tel 011 3346 591, 011 3346 874
Local office in Nis:
Vladimir Pandurov; Milan Marjanović
Tel: 018 291 340; 291 341, 291 344, 291 345, 291 348
e-mail: vladimir.pandurov@mier.sr.gov.yu; milan.marjanovic@mier.sr.gov.yu
Programme/project title
Aim of the Programme/Project
Connecting people, communities and economic organizations in the border areas in order to set solid basis for economic and social development through development of infrastructure, natural resources protection system and strengthening bonds between local communities.
Areas of assistance
Strengthening of spatial, physical and infrastructural integrity of the regions included in the Programme. Promoting initiatives for cooperation aimed at facilitating market integration and increased coherence of local communities.
Geographical area
The Programme for Serbia covers all districts on the territory of Vojvodina and the city of Belgrade.
Who may apply?
All organizations and institutions defined as not-for-profit in their by-laws.
Application procedures and deadlines
This call is open from 14/08/2006 until 13/11/2006. All information have been timely put on the Ministry’s website http://www.evropa.sr.gov.yu/Isdacon/PublicSite1/NP_Programmes.aspx
Applications sent within the deadline to the Joined Technical Secretariat in Budapest, and according to the EU procedures, undergo several evaluation and selection phases by the independent evaluators. A unique list of project proposals is then formed and the most successful proposals receive the EU grant. This is followed by the project implementation and monitoring.
Project duration
According to current regulations, the Programme lasts throughout 2004-2006. The preparation of a new programme for the EU financial period 2007-2013 is well under way. It has been planned that there should be one Call for Proposals every year.
Limitations
All
limitations are defined in the Instructions for Applicants which can be found
at the Ministry for International Economic Relations’ website,
http://www.evropa.sr.gov.yu/Isdacon/PublicSite1/NP_Programmes.aspx
Specific requirements
All requests are formulated in the Instructions for Applicants which can be found at the Ministry's website: http://www.evropa.sr.gov.yu/Isdacon/PublicSite1/NP_Programmes.aspx
Contact
Sanda Šimić – Head of Programme Management Department
Tel: 011 3346 591, 011 3346 874
е-mail: sanda@mier.sr.gov.yu,
Ivana Đuranović – Programme Coordinator
е-mail: idjuranovic@mier.sr.gov.yu,
Tel: 011 3346 591, 011 3346 874
Local office in Subotica:
Zoran Krtinic; Relja Burzan
Tel: 024 553 003
E-mail: zkrtinic@mier.sr.gov.yu ; rburzan@mier.sr.gov.yu
Programme Title