1. Alfred Mozer Foundation

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  

www.alfredmozerstichting.nl  

2.  American Councils

Financed by US Department of State, Embassy of the U.S.A. in Belgrade, Serbia

Program Title

American - Serbia & Montenegro Youth Leadership Exchange 

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. All participants will live with American host families throughout the United States and attend American high schools.

Areas of Assistance

A-SMYLE will award 72 scholarships to secondary school students from Serbia for the 2010-2011 Academic Year. All scholarship recipients will be provided with round trip travel from their home to the United States and back, and an allowance for living expenses. They will receive medical insurance, excluding pre-existing conditions.

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

High school students who are proficient in English, currently enrolled in first or second grade, citizens of Republic of Serbia, meet US J-1 visa requirements for high school students, born after Jan 1, 1993 and before July 15, 1995, have not spent more than 3 months of the past 5 years in the US, demonstrate leadership potential, desire to contribute to community upon return

Application procedures and deadlines

http://www.americancouncilssee.org/programs/hs-citiesdates.htm

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

n/a

Project Duration

Academic Year 2010-2011

Limitations

n/a

Specific requirements

n/a

Contact
American Councils, Kraljice Natalije 68/8, 11000 Belgrade, Republic of Serbia,

Tel:+381112657 354; +381 11 2657 362
E-mail: belgrade@americancouncilssee.org
www.americancouncilssee.org

Program Title

Junior Faculty Development Program

Aim of the program/project

The primary and distinct goal of the JFDP is to provide university instructors from Serbia with training in their academic fields. Participants in the JFDP are also encouraged to forge relationships between U.S. universities and their home universities, in order to support ongoing contact and collaboration. JFDP Fellows work closely with faculty mentors from host universities in the United States to develop their knowledge in their fields of study, to gather new academic materials and resources, to garner new educational perspectives, and to enlighten U.S. faculty and students on education and life in their home countries. Throughout their stay in the United States, JFDP Fellows observe and listen to courses, attend academic conferences, and may be invited to teach or co-teach classes at a U.S. university. Fellows do not earn academic degrees, credits or transcripts through the JFDP, and must return to their home countries after completing the program.

Areas of Assistance

Available up to 6 scholarshipsfor citizens of Serbia

Geographical area

Serbia and other countries in the wider region

Who may apply?

To qualify for a JFDP Fellowship, an applicant must:

· hold a university degree;

· be currently teaching at an institution of higher education;

· have at least two years of teaching experience at an institution of higher education; and,

· have a mastery of the English language

Application procedures and deadlines

Early September

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

N/A

Project Duration

Spring semester

Limitations

N/A

Specific requirements

N/A

Contact
American Councils,

Kraljice Natalije 68/8,

11000 Belgrade, Republic of Serbia
Tel:+381112657 354, +381 11 2657 362
E-mail:belgrade@americancouncilssee.org
www.americancouncilssee.org

3. Balkan Trust for Democracy BTD

A Project of the German Marshall Fund of the United States and USAID partner in Serbia

Program Title

Linking Citizens with Government and Regional Cooperation and Collaboration

Aim of the program/project

BTD awards funds to indigenous civic groups, NGOs, media, think tanks, governments, and educational institutions in order to strengthen democratic structures in Serbia and Balkan countries.

Areas of Assistance

Linking Citizens with Government, which comprises grants to local and national organizations that work to improve citizen engagement with government; that encourage participatory decision-making and problem-solving; and that promote active citizenship, political reform, civic education, monitoring of government performance, and other creative and effective projects related to democratic consolidation.

Regional Cooperation and Collaboration, which refers to grants that fit the criteria above, and that aim to foster cross-border and region-wide efforts to share best practices, address common problems of democratic development, and build networks among governments, NGOs, civic initiatives, and other institutions working to improve cooperation throughout the region.

Geographical area

Serbia. Regional projects require cross-border partners.

Who may apply?

Funds are awarded to indigenous civic groups and nongovernmental organizations, local and national governments, educational institutions, and the media registered in Serbia and other Balkan countries.

Application procedures and deadlines

Applications in English only are accepted in electronic form via email at balkantrust@gmfus.org. The two official forms can be found at our website. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and applicant can expect to receive a reply within 6 - 10 weeks of submission. There is no deadline for the application.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Awards generally range from $5,000 and $75,000, with most grants falling between $10,000 and $25,000.

Project Duration

Not limited, but generally 12 months.

Limitations

Individuals and political parties may not apply.  Non-indigenous organizations may not apply. Cooperative projects between indigenous and non-indigenous organizations will be considered, on the condition that non-indigenous administrative costs will not receive BTD support. 

The BTD does not support scholarly research, academic fellowships and scholarships, one-off events, travel, humanitarian aid or charity work, refugee or IDP return, religious activities, microfinance schemes, business development initiatives, web site creation/maintenance, the arts or sciences.

Specific requirements

None

Contact

Dobracina 44, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia

Phone: +381 11 3036 454; Fax: +381 11 3288 022

E-mail: balkantrust@gmfus.org  

www.gmfus.org/balkantrust

4. British Embassy Belgrade - Foreign and Commonwealth Office

Program Title

Two programs are available to applicants from Serbia. For more information, please see official info at http://ukinserbia.fco.gov.uk/en/working-with-serbia/5280094

The British Embassy in Serbia, in co-ordination and co-operation with other key international organizations and diplomatic missions, works with (national) governmental and non-governmental partners in managing a portfolio of strategic reform projects.

These projects are aimed at assisting Serbia on her way towards EU membership and internal and regional stabilization, as guided by the FCO’ strategic objectives and specific programme frameworks.

Aim of the program/project

The British Embassy Belgrade seeks to implement policy-setting and strategic projects, leading to sustainable reform processes. We welcome co-operation proposals presented as brief concepts in the form presented at the website. 

The flagship program the Embassy operates is the Strategic Program Fund - Reuniting Europe : program objectives are aligned with the key EU accession criteria. Exhaustive information is available at the program’s central page.

UK Government is committed to regional stabilization, reconciliation and coming to terms with the regions conflict-ridden recent past, and improvements of minority-majority relations. The Embassy has access to the regional conflict prevention programme budget under the Conflict Prevention Programme.

Areas of assistance

Please see official info at http://ukinserbia.fco.gov.uk/en/working-with-serbia/5280094

Geographical area

Serbia.

Who may apply?

All legal entities are eligible to apply.

Application procedure and deadlines

“Modus operandi” for the Embassy’s project work implies close and interactive relations with relevant partners in project identification and design. Once a viable proposal has been produced, the Embassy applies for funding at central level (London-based programme units). Over Ł1,5m annually is thus invested by the UK Government (large DFID assistance portfolio excluded) in helping shape a better future for Serbia. 

See http://ukinserbia.fco.gov.uk/en/working-with-serbia/5280094

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Depending on the given Programme's framework: please see official info at http://ukinserbia.fco.gov.uk/en/working-with-serbia/5280094

Project Duration

Please see official info at http://ukinserbia.fco.gov.uk/en/working-with-serbia/5280094

Specific requirements & Limitations

British Embassy in Belgrade is implementing a strict policy of not funding equipment purchase, furniture, materials or construction/infrastructure works; in addition, no funding is available for individual donations and/or humanitarian aid.

Contact

British Embassy Belgrade, Resavska 46, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia

Mr. Vladan Avramovic, Projects Officer: Vladan.Avramovic@fco.gov.uk

Mr. Dino Pasalic, Head of Projects: Dino.Pasalic@fco.gov.uk

5. Central European initiative (CEI)

Program Title

CEI Climate Fund

Aim of the program/project

The objective of the Fund is to promote projects in the area of climate and environment protection in the non-EU CEI Member States. Fund will be financing from the Czech Republic. The CEI Climate Fund will be used for projects in the area of climate and environment protection, to the benefit of the non-EU CEI Member States: Albania, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia and Ukraine.

Areas of Assistance

In particular, it will support activities conducive to:

• Increasing energy efficiency 
• Improving and disseminating environmentally friendly technologies
• Fostering research and development in the area of renewable energy 
• Rendering new technologies of sustainable energy use economically viable
• Supporting the transfer of transport of both persons and goods to more energy efficient modes of traffic
• Sanitation of old ecological burdens

· Waste management

• Drinking water supply, water management

· Raising awareness for reaching these goals in terms oftraining and educational measures.

Eligible activities:

The following type of activities apply: feasibility studies, development plans, audits, expert analysis, consulting, exchange of staff, expert meetings, study tours and trainings, know-how transfer,research grants, small climate and energy relevant technical improvements etc. Activities which prepare the ground for lending of International Financial Institutions or other development banks will be supported on a preferential basis.

Beneficiaries of the activities have to be the CEI countries which are not EU Member States (listed above).

Geographical area

All CEI member states

Who may apply?

All public and private sector bodies, as well as non-governmental organizations (NGOs), operating in the public interest, from one of the 18 CEI Member States, can apply for funding. International organizations are also eligible to apply.

Application procedures and deadlines

The Application Form should be submitted in electronic form and sent to the following E-mail address: gostisa@cei-es.org. One copy of the application form should be sent to the CEI National Coordinator of the country where the applicant is based. A list of CEI National Coordinators is available at the CEI website, Chapter 9.5.Applicants wishing to apply for this Call for Proposals should submit a complete application form by 30 September 2008. Project implementation should not start before 1 January 2009.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

The contribution from CEI Climate Fund cannot exceed 40.000 Euro. The Committee of Donors has set the maximum co-financing rate for projects submitted under this Call for Proposals to up to 75% of total project cost. The remaining co-financing needs to be secured from the applicant’s own funding.

Project Duration

/

Limitations

/

Specific requirements

Application form and Rules of Procedure available on web page: http://www.ceinet.org/main.php?pageID=399

Contact

Marina Jovicevic,

Director of the Directorate for regional initiatives (Directorate General for the European Union), Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Serbia

National coordinator of the Republic of Serbia for Central European initiatives

E-mail: marina.jovicevic@mfa.gov.rs

Izabela Gostisa Pasic
Executive Officer
CEI Executive Secretariat
Via Genova 9, 34121 Trieste, Italy
Tel: +39 040 7786 746 / 777
Fax: +39 040 7786 783
E-mail: gostisa@cei-es.org

Program Title

CEI Co - operation Found

Aim of the program/project

In order to facilitate the implementation of programmes and projects either organized or sponsored by the CEI, the Ministers of Foreign Affairs at their meeting held in Milan in June, 2001 decided upon the establishment of a CEI Co-operation Fund. On that occasion an annual budget of EUR 300.000, covered by annual contributions from all CEI Member States according to their national income, was approved.

Areas of Assistance

· Climate and environment

· Sustainable energy

· Enterprise development, including tourism

· Human resource development

· Information society and media

· Intercultural cooperation including minorities

· Multimodal transport

· Science and technology

· Sustainable agriculture

· Interregional and cross-border cooperation

Geographical area

All CEI member states

Who may apply?

Institutions (governmental, non-governmental) from CEI member states

Application procedures and deadlines

Application for the planned activities shall reach the CEI-ES by 1 April for implementation from July to December and by 1 October for implementation from January to June.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

The CEI Co-operation Fund is to co-finance activities in various areas provided that at least 50% of the resources are available from another donor

Project Duration

Short-term projects (conferences, seminars, training courses, workshops)

Limitations

Minimally 5 CEI member states included (preferably 7)

6. Charles Stewart Mott Foundation

Program Title

Civil Society - Western Balkans

Aim of the program/project

To foster societies in Central/Eastern Europe (CEE) and Russia in which people and communities respect each other’s rights and engage effectively in decision-making to influence policies and processes that shape their lives at the local, national, and/or international levels.

Areas of Assistance

Nonprofit sector development and philanthropy; civic engagement and participation; transitional justice

Geographical area

Bosnia, Croatia, Serbia, Montenegro, Kosovo

Who may apply?

NGOs

Application procedures and deadlines

All prospective applicants should review the mission, program areas, geographic range, and available funding for the Foundation's programs before making initial contact.

Our grant making is carried out in three ways:

• We request proposals from organizations with which we have been in contact.
• We send out occasional requests for proposals (RFPs) that address a specific issue or area of interest.
• We accept unsolicited requests for projects that fall within our program priorities and guidelines.

Because available funding is limited, letters of inquiry are strongly preferred for unsolicited ideas or projects. Such letters should include a brief description of the project, the funding needed and the time period.

Both general-purpose and project-specific requests are considered. In addition, both single- and multi-year proposals are acceptable.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Minimum grants are typically $50,000 over a two year period; no maximum

Project Duration

Minimum two years

Limitations

We observe the following limitations:

• No grants or loans to individuals.
• No grants for capital development, research, project replication or endowment unless these activities grow out of work already being funded by Mott.
• No grants for religious activities or programs serving specific religious groups or denominations. However, faith-based organizations may submit inquiries if the project falls within our guidelines and serves a broad segment of the population. 

Specific requirements

N/A

Contact

Office of Proposal Entry

C.S. Mott Foundation

Mott Foundation Building

503 S. Saginaw St., Suite 1200

Flint, MI 48502-1851

U.S.A.

7. Co-operating Netherlands Foundations for Central and Eastern Europe

Program Title

Social Transition in Serbia

Program is implemented in partnership with Balkan Community Initiatives Fund (Look up BCIF in the document).

Aim of the program/project

Grantprogram 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 vulnerablegroups including: childrenand adults with disabilities, HIVpositive persons and AIDS patients, children and adults with behavioral disorders, individuals suffering from addictions, the elderly, single mothers, womenand children - victims of family violence, the homeless, children without parental care, ex-convicts, ethnic minorities, refugeesand IDPsetc. regardless of national, religious and genderbackground. 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-profitorganizations 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 procedures and deadlines

• Application form can be found on website, or receive by e-mail and/or regular mail.
• Application form should be sent by e-mail to stranzicija@bcif.org, by regular mail or by fax to the BCIF Office address. 
• Receiving applications throughout the year, decisions are made 4 times a year

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Up to 20.000 EUR (in Dinar equivalent, calculated at the official rate)

Project Duration

Without limitation

Limitations

Support will not be given for:

- projects with budgets that cover only institutional support for organizations,

- projects that are only the continuation of the already initiated activities

- activities which are considered to be the sole responsibility of the government, for example formal education and regular health care

- scholarships, scientific research,

- Neither does the program support international travel, study trips, religious topics, and 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:

- can offer a model for other organizations;

- actively involve target groups in realization of activities and promote self-help approaches;

- promote local partnerships and cross-sector cooperation;

- build capacities of local NGOs with significant influence in local community development.

Contact

Country Coordinator, Ms Janneke Hazelhoff, Hilversum, Netherlands

Contacts through: Balkan Community Initiatives Fund (BCIF)

Ivana Marković

E-mail: ivana@bcif.org

Gospodar Jevremova 45/III-8, 11158 Belgrade, Address Code: 105407, Serbia

Tel: +381.11.2622-511, +381. 11.3288-723 (4 lines)

Fax: + 381. 11. 2629-374

E-mail: office@bcif.org

www.bcif.org

8. Czech Republic

Program Title

Transformation Cooperation Concept

Aim of the program/project

Transformation cooperation dwells in the promotion of democracy and the defense 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 journalism;

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^th November - 29^th December.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

/

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 affected 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, Serbia

Telephone: +381 11-3230-133, 3230-134

E-mail: Commerce_Belgrade@mzv.cz

9. Deutsche Gesellschaft für Technische Zusammenarbeit (GTZ) GmbH

(On behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, BMZ)

Program Title

Implementation of German bilateral technical assistance agreed between Serbian and Federal German Government

Aim of the program/project

Support transition process of Serbia in selected area

Areas of Assistance

• Sustainable economic development (through projects in area of private sector development, vocational education training, regional development, support to the privatization process, land-use and management)
• Reform of Public Administration/Civil Society (through projects in the area of public finance, fiscal decentralization, municipal development/municipal infrastructure, legal reform, conflict prevention, youth exchange)
• Energy sector (through project on energy efficiency measures)

Geographical area

Various project regions in Serbia

Who may apply?

Formalized procedure, i.e. areas of assistance are agreed between Serbian and Federal German Government

Application procedures and deadlines

Formalized procedure, i.e. regulated through government negotiations

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

N/A

Project Duration

Projects are implemented in and classified in various phases. The overall duration may last up to 10 years

Limitations

N/A

Specific requirements

N/A

Contact

GTZ Office Belgrade;

Zupana Vlastimira 6, 11040 Belgrade, Serbia

Tel/Fax: +381 11.2666.544

Email: gtz@eunet.rs

10. Development Alternatives, Inc.

USAID partner in Serbia

Program Title

Preparedness, Planning and Economic Security Grants Program

Aim of the program/project

To implement activities in support of the overall goal of enhanced security, governance, and

capacity for sustainable and equitable economic growth.

Areas of assistance

The Serbia Contingency Planning and Economic Security Program core objective statement is to

reduce the risk of instability in Serbia through two programming areas:

- Preparedness and Planning: Supporting the development of crisis-response planning and

management skills at the local and national levels; and

- Economic Security: Improving economic security in areas with vulnerable populations

through work on core job creation and social inclusion issues;

This Annual Program Statement is related only to the Economic Security programming area.

The vulnerable populations targeted by Economic Security program are:

• Youth

• Unemployed

• Women

• Minorities

• Rural poor

• Displaced persons and refugees

Geographical area

In 2009, the program will focus its assistance to businesses, from a geographic standpoint,

on two regions, Sandzak and southern Serbia (which DAI defines as the territory in Serbia south of Nis). At the same time, DAI will expand its efforts in youth entrepreneurship and workforce development wherever the PPES’ Preparedness and Planning team is active (currently 50 municipalities throughout Serbia).

Who may apply?

Organizations eligible for funding include individual small and medium enterprises, associations & cooperatives of micro-enterprises, business associations, training providers (for profit & non-profit), village NGOs and POs, regional NGOs and POs, professional NGOs and POs, foundations, private sector organizations and universities

Application procedure and deadlines

Deadline for submitting project proposals is September 30, 2009. See http://www.scopes-serbia.org

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

The maximum value of a grant can be 150,000 USD.

Project Duration

The proposed project must start before September 15, 2009, and may not continue for more than 12 months.

Limitations

See http://www.scopes-serbia.org

Specific requirements

Consideration shall be given to those applications coming from companies, associations and

organizations with activities benefiting communities in the targeted municipalities of Economic

Security and the aforementioned targeted vulnerable populations. For more details,  http://www.scopes-serbia.org

Contact

3 Humska Street, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia

Tel: + (381) 11 363 99 00; Fax: + (381) 11 363 99 50

E-mail: scopes@dai.com

Vranje regional office:

12 Cara Dusana St., 17500 Vranje, Serbia

Tel: + (381) 17 405 360; Fax: + (381) 11 405 371

Novi Pazar regional office:

22 Veljka Vlahovica St., 36200 Novi Pazar, Serbia

Tel: + (381) 20 390 920; Fax: + (381) 20 390 921

11. Ecumenical Women’s Initiative

Program Title

Ecumenical Women’s Initiative (EWI)

Aim of the program/project

Support women as initiators and actors of social change in faith communities and in society by supporting and connecting individuals and groups working in the fields of Peace and Reconciliation; Ecumenical and Inter-Religious Cooperation and Gender Advancement in order that:

1. all women are free to develop their personal abilities, make choices without limitations set by strict gender roles and actively participate in decision making processes in their communities;
2. conditions are created for an inclusive and sustainable process towards a peaceful and reconciled society through the full contribution of women in the countries of the EWI geographical region;
3. a deeper understanding and respect of religious diversity as a positive dimension to the development of civil society is reached.

Areas of Assistance

Peace and Reconciliation; Ecumenical and Inter-Religious Cooperation;

Gender Advancement.

Geographical area

Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, Macedonia, Montenegro and Serbia

Who may apply?

1. Formal & informal women’s groups which develop cooperation between women including between women of different ethnic and religious backgrounds;

2. Mixed gender groups which empower women as actors of change for women and society;

3. Women theologians who have the potential to bring about change in the community.

Application procedures and deadlines

2 public calls for proposals. Deadlines: 28^th February and 2^nd September 2009.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

3.000 EUR

Project Duration

max. period one year

Limitations

Projects may be accepted for funding on 3 consecutive occasions. Additional applications may be made only after a pause of 2 consecutive EWI Calls for Proposals.

Specific requirements

none

Contact

Carolyn Boyd, Managing Director

Jelena Mandic, Programme Coordinator

Ecumenical Women’s Initiative

Poljicki trg 2a, 21310 Omis - Croatia

Tel: +385 21 862 599; Fax: +385 21 757 085

E-mail: ewsf@ewsf.hr

12. Embassy of the United States, Belgrade

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, Serbia

Phone: 011/306-4773;

E-mail: demcomSerbia@state.gov

13. ERSTE Foundation

Program Title

Aces - Academy of Central European Schools

Aim of the program/project

Aces was founded in 2006 by ERSTE Foundation within its programme "Europe" in co-operation with Interkulturelles Zentrum (Vienna, Austria). The school network seeks to enhance the active participation of young people and teachers in exchange processes and international co-operation.

Areas of Assistance

Supports of a Central European network of schools

Geographical area

Currently Albania, Austria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Kosovo, Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Romania, Serbia, Slovak Republicand Slovenia are involved in the network.

The partnership project activities take place (only) in the partner countries.

Who may apply?

Schools from all these countries are invited to take part in the aces activities, to find partner schoolsand to implement their partnership projects in international co-operation.

The call addresses schools (all school types) in the eligible countries with a target group of pupils aged 12 - 17 years.

Application procedure and deadlines

Deadline for submission of applications is 30 April 2009.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

The amount of the award for a partnership project is composed of 1000 Euro per partner school from an eligible country (e.g. involvement of 2 schools from eligible countries = 2000 Euro, involvement of 3 schools from eligible countries = 3000 Euro). The project co-ordinating school (applicant) will additionally get an administrative bonus of 200 Euro.

Project Duration

The duration of the proposed project can be of a maximum of 7 months and its activities have to be carried out between September 2009 and March 2010. Project proposals including special summer activities (summer camps, meetings before September 2009) can be granted exemption.

Limitations

Number of applications: An applicant school can submit only one project proposal.

Specific requirements

For detailed information on eligibility for the fellowship programme, application and the selection procedure, please read the full Guidelines and Application Form on our  website: http://www.aces.or.at/start.asp?ID=120386&b=857

Contact

ERSTE Foundation

Graben 21

1010 Vienna

Austria

www.erstestiftung.org

Program Title

2009 Award for Social Integration

Aim of the program/project

Changes in the society and creating a society with equal chances and opportunities for all 

Areas of Assistance

Social integration 

Geographical area

Serbia, Southeast Europe 

Who may apply?

Nonprofit organizations, state administration, civil society organizations and private initiatives, religious communities and media  

Application procedures and deadlines

Candidates may submit their projects by November 14 to www.integrationaward.org. Application form may also be downloaded from the Internet, filled out and submitted to the same address or sent directly by electronic mail to the e-mail address: dejan.petrovic@erstestiftung.org.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Pecuniary award amounting to 295,000 EUR for eight countries of Southeast Europe.

Project Duration

/

Limitations

/

Specific requirements

Rendering financial support to winners for their continual commitment (a total of ten projects will be awarded, while ten more will obtain honorary awards) is just one of the aspects of this award. A total of 60 finalists will be invited to be present at the awards presentation ceremony in Bucharest, in June 2009. All of the 60 finalists will also participate in the video presentation to be shown during the ceremony. In that manner they will obtain a public platform for securing higher attention of the public and popularization of their activities. Moreover, the award will give the finalists an opportunity to spread the network and to make contacts with potential partners and sponsors.        

Contact

Jelena Vujović, EXECUTIVE GROUP, PR Agency of  ERSTE Foundation

Phone: +381 11 344 7270

E- mail: jelena_vujovic@executivegroup.co.rs

Address: Požarevačka 19-21, 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia

14. European Cultural Foundation

Program Title

Artistic Project Grants

Aim of the program/project

Supports outstanding artistic projects whichshow vision in illuminating the issues of diversity in Europe. Artistic uniqueness and European relevance of projects are vital.

Areas of Assistance

• Projects exploring a wide spectrum of European diversity: from the co-existence of traditions and peoples in one place, to migration movements and new urban, globalised diversity.
• Projects reflecting on Europeanness and European developments in an innovative way: we need artists to comment, research, question, imagine and visualize what is happening in European societies, in the cities, within and between communities, across and beyond European borders.
• Projects involving an innovative creative process and a visible end product: we are looking for artistic impressions, ideas, answers, works on how Europe should/could relate to the diversity in its communities.
• Projectswhich will havea legacy for the future, which will makea sustainable impact: one-off projects may still be eligible, provided they can demonstrate a vision for a lasting impact in their context.

Geographical area

Serbia & the Balkans region

Who may apply?

• Artists and organizations working in any artistic discipline.
• Individual artistswho can showa track record of at least 5 years' experience in their chosen discipline.
• Artists/organizations inside or outside Europe whose project proposals relate strongly to Europe and its diversity.

Application procedure and deadlines

There will be no separate procedure for the Balkan Incentive Fund for Culture: all Balkan projects will follow the same steps as those projects from the rest of Europe. There will still be extra money specifically available for projects from Balkan countries. This basically means that Balkan projects have a higher chance of being successful, as there are more funds available to support these projects.

Deadline: Artistic Project Grants - 31 July 2009. You do not have to fill in an application form. The full Guidelines for Grant Applicants are available for downloading from the following addresses: http://www.eurocult.org/we-support-cultural-cooperation/grants/guidelines-for-artistic-grants/

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

€30 000 - €60 000; ECF can act assole funder for a project

Project Duration

See for more details: http://www.eurocult.org/we-support-cultural-cooperation/grants/#BIFC

Limitations

See for more details: http://www.eurocult.org/we-support-cultural-cooperation/grants/#BIFC

Specific requirements

See for more details: http://www.eurocult.org/we-support-cultural-cooperation/grants/#BIFC

Contact

European Cultural Foundation

Esther Claassen

esther@eurocult.org

http://www.eurocult.org/

Program Title

'Making Collaboration Work' Grants

Aim of the program/project

Stimulates collaboration between cultural organizations inprojects which add value to the practice of cultural cooperation in Europe.

Areas of Assistance

Cultural

• The project should have a strong cultural objective.

Cooperation

• The project should be concerned with European cross border cooperation. In exceptional cases we also support cooperation that does not transgress the national level, when ECF considers it to be essential to achieve future European cooperation.

• All project partners must be involved in the execution of the project.

European

• The project has to be organized by a cultural organization in Europe or from across the Mediterranean.

Outcome

• The project must have a clear end-result that can be evaluated.

If your project does not answer to all of these eligibility criteria, it is highly unlikely that it will be supported

Geographical area

Serbia & the Balkans region

Who may apply?

Small and medium-sized independent cultural organizations that work on cross-border and inter-regional projects.

Application procedure and deadlines

1 March 2009. There will be no separate procedure for the Balkan Incentive Fund for Culture: all Balkan projects will follow the same steps as those projects from the rest of Europe. There will still be extra money specifically available for projects from Balkan countries. This basically means that Balkan projects have a higher chance of being successful, as there are more funds available to

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Maximum €30 000

Project Duration

See for more details: http://www.eurocult.org/we-support-cultural-cooperation/grants/#BIFC

Limitations

See for more details: http://www.eurocult.org/we-support-cultural-cooperation/grants/#BIFC

Specific requirements

See for more details: http://www.eurocult.org/we-support-cultural-cooperation/grants/#BIFC

Contact

European Cultural Foundation

Esther Claassen

esther@eurocult.org

http://www.eurocult.org

15. European Fund for the Balkans

Program Title:

Practicing Europe

Envisioning Europe

Experiencing Europe

Developing Policies for the Balkans

Aim of the program/project

The European Fund for the Balkans is a multi-year joint initiative of European foundations designed to undertake and support initiatives aimed atbringing the Western Balkans closer to the European Unionthrough grant-giving and operational programmes and, as such, is focused on individuals and organizations from Western Balkan countries.

As a direct follow-up to the International Commission on the Balkans (2004-2006), the Fund embodies the"member-state building strategy"with thedevelopment of functioning state administrationsandconstituency-buildingas its main priorities.

Areas of Assistance

Public Administration, Youth, Media, Policy oriented research, Think Tanks, NGO’s.

Geographical area

Western Balkans

Who may apply?

In general, individuals and organizations from the Western Balkans are eligible to seek support from the Fund.

The European Fund for the Balkans issues calls for proposals that seek to generate innovative and promising ideas from people and organizations from the Western Balkans. Unsolicited proposals are not accepted. The Fund supports projects that are in line with its priority programme areas by issuing calls for proposals throughout the year.  

Application procedures and deadlines

The European Fund for the Balkans issues calls for proposals that seek to generate innovative and promising ideas from people and organizations from the Western Balkans. Unsolicited proposals are not accepted. The Fund supports projects that are in line with its priority programme areas by issuing calls for proposals throughout the year.  

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

N/A

Project Duration

N/A

Limitations

N/A

Specific requirements

N/A

Contact

European Fund for the Balkans

Resavska 35, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia

Telephone: +381 (0)11 30 33 662

Fax: +381 (0)11 30 33 662

E mail: info@balkanfund.org

http://balkanfund.org

16. European Union

Instrument for pre-accession assistance (IPA)

The European Agency for Reconstruction's task was to manage the European Union's main assistance programmes (CARDS program) in Serbia (Montenegro, UN-administered Kosovo) and the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia.

Having made the decision to replace the pre-accession funds with the new instrument for pre-accession (IPA), The European Commission, together with the state administration becomes authorized institution in managing the EU pre-accession funds for the period 2007-2013. The new instrument for pre-accession assistance aims to increase the capacity of the state administration, encourage social economic development, and respond to the needs of stabilization and accession process.

IPA is made up of five specialized components: a) transitional assistance and institution building  b)cross-border cooperation, c) regional development, d) human resources development, e) rural development.

Components 1 and 2 target the countries, which are potential candidates, while components 1 to 5 target the candidate countries. Republic of Serbia, as well as the other countries, potential candidates for EU membership, will be given an opportunity to use the funds from the first two components. It is also possible to finance the programs/projects from components three, four and five through the first component. The reason for such division between candidates and potential candidates is the lack of appropriate capacities in the potential candidate counties, in managing all the components.

The Ministry of Finance as decided by the Government of the Republic of Serbia, was named as the national IPA aid coordinator. With that in mind, the government of the Republic of Serbia, adopted the Action plan for IPA programming in 2008.

The financial frame for IPA amounts to €11.468 billion, which is the amount allocated by EU member states for aid in 2007 till 2013. More of that on:

http://ec.europa.eu/enlargement/how-does-it-work/financial-assistance/instrument-pre-accession_en.htm

IPA An Overview

EU Pre-accession funds 2007 - 2013

http://www.evropa.gov.rs

This Review covers EU regional programmes managed by other institutions.

Cross border programmes

The Cross border Programmes are instrument of the European Union for support and promotion of cross-border co-operation outside of EU borders.  The Programmes focus 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 outside of the EU external borders, and at promoting cooperation between local communities as well as in the area of culture. The calls for proposals follow European Union rules for external aid programmes. The funds are distributed through so-called grant scheme mechanisms that enable direct financial grants to beneficiaries. Each programme has its priorities and limitations under which applicants can submit their proposals.

Ministry of Finance, Department for cross border cooperation, is a national institution in charge of programme coordination and implementation, whereas Delegation of the European Commission is Contracting Authority. Local offices have been open in order to facilitate coordination and activities at the local level.

There will be 8 programmes open in Serbia in 2008 (IPA 2007):

1. "Cross-border cooperation programme Serbia - B&H"
2. "Cross-border cooperation programme Serbia - Bulgaria"
3. "Cross-border cooperation programme Serbia - Croatia"
4. "Cross-border cooperation programme Serbia - Hungary
5. "Cross-border cooperation programme Serbia - Montenegro"
6. "Cross-border cooperation programme Serbia - Romania"
7. „IPA Adriatic Cross Border Cooperation Programme“
8. „South East Europe Space transnational cooperation programme“

Program Title

Cross-border cooperation program Serbia - Bosnia and Herzegovina

Aim of the program

Improved balanced and cooperative region with sustainable and safe living environment; In this region joint cultural and natural heritage was successfully managed and opportunities in the field of economy and culture have expanded through improvement of entrepreneurial education and cultural relations, resulting in establishment of business and reduction of isolating effects at the borders.

Area of Assistance

Priority 1: Socio-economic cohesion through activities which improve physical, business, social and institutional infrastructure and the capacity

Measure 1.1. Improving productivity and competitiveness in the field of economy, rural environment and environmental protection

Measure 1.2. Cross-border initiatives intended to exchange people and ideas in order to improve the professional cooperation and the cooperation with civil society.

Priority 2: Technical support

Geographical area

COUNTIES: Srem, Macva, Zlatibor and Kolubara

Who may apply?

Non-profit organizations/institutions

Application procedure and deadlines

Public call will be announced on the website:

http://www.evropa.gov.rs

Minimum - maximum amount for funding

It will be announced subsequently

Project Duration

Minimum duration of the project is 6 months and maximum is 24 months.

Limitations

Application organizations are required to meet the following criteria:

· Non-profit legal entity

· Registered and operating in the region encompassed by the Program

· Has at least one cross-border partner

Specific requirements

None

Contact

Ministry of Finance

Department for programming and management of EU funds

Kneza Miloša 20, 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia

Phone: +381 11 3611 360; Fax. +381 11 3612 203

Mirjana Nožić - Head, Unit for management of cross border and regional cooperation projects; Phone: +381 11 3612 230, +381 11 3612 203; E-mail: mirjana.nozic@mfin.gov.rs  

Local office in Užice

In the opening phase

Program Title

Cross-Border Cooperation Programme Bulgaria-Serbia 2007-2013

Aim of the program/project

To strengthen territorial cohesion of the Bulgarian - Serbian cross-border region, its competitiveness and sustainability of its development through cooperation in the economic, social and environmental area over the administrative borders.

Areas of Assistance

Priority axis 1:  Development of small-scale infrastructure 

· Physical and information infrastructure

· Infrastructure concerning environmental issues

· Assistance for project preparation

Priority axis 2:  Enhancing capacity for joint planning, problem solving and development

· Links and networking on institutional, business and educational levels

· Sustainable development through efficient utilization of regional resources

· People to people actions

Geographical area

In The Republic of Serbia following districts are eligible: Borski, Zajecarski, Nisavski, Pirotski, Jablanicki and Pcinjski; In The Republic of Bulgaria: Districts of Vidin, Montana, Sofia, Pernik, Kyustendil and Sofia City.

Who may apply?

Local and regional authorities, Natural parks, Business support organizations, Euro regions, Universities, Schools, Libraries, Community centers, Cultural institutions; NGO, Associations of am organizations

Application procedures and deadlines

grant scheme; deadline for submitting project proposals is 3 months

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

10 000 EUR - 600 000 EUR, depending on priority axis

Project Duration

from 12 to 24 months, depending on the priority axis

Limitations

All the restrictions are defined in the Applicant Manual that can be found on the Ministry of Finance web site:  www.evropa.gov.rs

Specific requirements

it is obligatory to have a cross-border partner

Contact

Kristina Askovic - Programme Officer CBC Programme Bugarska - Serbia

Telephone:  011/3642 - 789; E-mail: kristina.askovic@mfin.gov.rs

Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Serbia

Sector for Programming, Management of EU funds and Development Assistance

Address: 20 Kneza Milosa St. 11 000 Beograd

Local Office in Nis

Maja Jovanovic and Mirjana Milenkovic

Telephone: 018/4291 - 349

E - mail: maja.jovanovic@mfin.gov.rs; mirjana.milenkovic@mfin.gov.rs;

Local Office in Bor

Vasilija Stanic

Telephone: 030/458 - 296

E - mail: vasilija.stanic@mfin.gov.rs

Program Title

Cross-border cooperation program Serbia - Croatia

Aim of the program

Improved balanced and cooperative region with sustainable and safe living environment; In this region joint cultural and natural heritage was successfully managed and opportunities in the field of economy and culture have expanded through improvement of entrepreneurial education and cultural relations, resulting in establishment of business and reduction of isolating effects at the borders.

Area of Assistance

Priority 1: Sustainable socio-economic development

Measure 1.1. Economic development

Measure 1.2. Environmental protection

Measure 1.3 People to people action

Priority 2: Technical support

Geographical area

COUNTIES: Northern Bac, Western Bac, Southern Bac, Srem, 20% of available funds may be allocated for Macva County

Who may apply?

Non-profit organizations/institutions

Application procedure and deadlines

Public call for proposal will be announced on the website: http://www.evropa.gov.rs

Minimum - maximum amount for funding

It will be announced subsequently

Project Duration

Minimum duration of the project is 6 months, maximum is 24 months.

Limitations

Application organizations are required to meet the following criteria:

· Non-profit legal entity

· Registered and operating in the region encompassed by the Program

· Has at least one cross-border partner

Specific requirements

None

Contact

Ministry of Finance

Department for programming and management of EU funds

Kneza Miloša 20, 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia

Phone: +381 11 3611 360; Fax. +381 11 3612 203

Mirjana Nožić - Head, Unit for management of cross border and regional cooperation projects Phone: +381 11 3612 230, +381 11 3612 203; e-mail: mirjana.nozic@mfin.gov.rs  

Local office in Sremska Mitrovica

In the opening phase

Program Title

Cross border cooperation program Serbia - Hungary within IPA

Aim of the program

Establishing of the firm and balanced cooperation in the region with sustainable and preserved environment.

In this region joint cultural and natural heritage is a precondition for more favorable business and cultural environment, which results in more developed entrepreneurial, education and cultural relations. This further contributes to opening of new jobs and reduction of isolating effects at the borders.

Areas of Assistance

Priority 1: Infrastructure and environmental protection

Measure 1.1: Infrastructure with the goal of physical fusion

Measure 1.2: Joint responsibility for environmental protection

Priority 2:  Economy, education and culture

Measure 2.1: Encouraging economic cooperation, tourism, research and development 

Measure 2.2: Education and culture

Priority 3: Technical support

Geographical area

In Republic of Serbia, following counties are covered: Western Bac, Northern Bac, Northern Banat, Southern Bac, Mid Banat. Southern Banat and Srem will be included as border regions in accordance with the 20% flexibility rule

In Republic of Hungary, Chongograd and Bac-Kischun.

Who may apply?

Non-profit organizations/institutions 

Application procedure and deadlines

Public call for proposals will be announced on the website:

www.evropa.gov.rs

Minimum - maximum amount for funding

Minimum granted amount is 10 000 Euro, maximum is 300 000 Euro.

Project Duration

Minimum duration of the project is 6 months and maximum is 24 months

Limitations

Applicant organizations are required to meet the following criteria:

• Non-profit legal entity
• Registered and operating in the region encompassed by the Program
• Has at least one cross border partner from Congrad County or Bac-Kiskun

Specific requirements

None

Contact

Ministry of Finance

Department for programming and management of EU funds

Kneza Miloša 20, 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia

Tel: +381 11 3612 230; Fax. +381 11 36 42 789

E-mail:  bojana.milicevic@mfin.gov.rs       

Local office in Subotica

Trg Cara Jovana Nenada 15/3, office no. 10,  24 000 Subotica, Serbia

Tel: +381 24/553 003

Email: zoran.krtinic@mfin.gov.rs; relja.burzan@mfin.gov.rs   

Program Title

Cross-border cooperation program Serbia- Montenegro

Aim of the program

Improved balanced and cooperative region with sustainable and safe living environment; In this region joint cultural and natural heritage was successfully managed and opportunities in the field of economy and culture have expanded through improvement of entrepreneurial education and cultural relations, resulting in establishment of business and reduction of isolating effects at the borders.

Area of Assistance

Priority 1: Socio-economic development through joint activities which improve physical, institutional and business infrastructure

Measure 1.1.: Improvement in productivity and competitiveness in utilizing economic and rural capacities in the living environment

Measure 1.2. Cross-border initiative intended to encourage exchange of people and ideas with an aim of improving professional cooperation and the cooperation of the non-governmental sector

Priority 2: Technical support

Geographical area

COUNTIES: Zlatibor and Raska

Who may apply?

Non-profit organizations/institutions

Application procedure and deadlines

Public call for proposal will be announced on the website: http://www.evropa.gov.rs

Minimum - maximum amount for funding

It will be announced subsequently

Project Duration

Minimum duration of the project is 6 months, maximum is 24 months.

Limitations

Application organizations are required to meet the following criteria:

· Non-profit legal entity

· Registered and operating in the region encompassed by the Program

· Has at least one cross-border partner

Specific requirements

None

Contact

Ministry of Finance

Department for programming and management of EU funds

Kneza Miloša 20, 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia

Phone: +381 11 3611 360; Fax. +381 11 3612 203

Mirjana Nožić - Head, Unit for management of cross border and regional cooperation projects Tel: +381 11 3612 230, +381 11 3612 203; e-mail: mirjana.nozic@mfin.gov.rs  

Local office in Prijepolje

In the opening phase

Program Title

Cross-border cooperation program Serbia - Romania

Aim of the program/project

Achieving balanced and sustained socio-economic development in the boarder region of Romania and Serbia by establishing joint cross border projects and activities.

Specific goals: increased overall competitiveness in the regional economy and improvement in citizen’s quality of life in the countries part of the program.

Areas of Assistance

Priority 1: Economic and social development

Measure 1.1: Supporting local and regional economic and social infrastructure

Measure 1.2: Tourism development, including the establishment of regional tourist identity of the border region as a tourists destination

Measure 1.3: Promotion of the development of small and medium size enterprises

Measure 1.4: Supporting higher level research-development activities and innovation in the border region

Priority 2: Environmental protection and crisis response

Measure 1.1:  Improvement of the system and mechanisms for defining cross border environmental issues, protection and management

Measure 1.2: Development and implementation of the efficient strategy for treating waste and waste water

Measure 1.3: Efficient system and approach to crisis response (including the aspects in cases such as floods, food quality and health)

Priority 3: Promotin of „People to people“ action

Measure 1.1: Supporting development of civil society and local environment

Measure 1.2: Improving the cooperation in the field of educational, cultural and sports activities

Measure 1.3: Improving the local self-government in border region

Measure 1.4: Improvement of social and cultural integration in the border region

Geographical area

COUNTIES: Northern Banat, Mid Banat, Southern Banat, Branicevo and Bor counties

Who may apply?

Non-profit legal entity registered and operating in the area encompassed by the program (Authorities at the local and regional level; development agencies (agriculture, BTB, ZZS, tourism); Chambers of economy; NGOs; Education and research institutions; Associations and societies in the field of tourism, culture, sport and other organizations)

Application procedures and deadlines

The call for proposal will be announced on the website http://www.evropa.gov.rs

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Minimum awarded grant is 10.000 Euro, and maximum is 300.000 Euro.

Project Duration

Minimum duration of the project is 6, maximum 24 months

Limitations

Applicant organization is required to meet the following criteria:

• Non-profit legal entity
• Registered and operating at the territory of encompassed by the Program (Northern Banat, Mid Banat, Southern Banat, Branicevo and Bor counties)
• Has at least one cross border partner from county Timis, Karas-Severin or Mehedinci

Specific requirements

None

Contact

Ministry of Finance

Department for programming and management of EU funds

Kneza Miloša 20, 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia

Tel: +381 11 311 360; Fax. +381 11 3612 203

E-mail: svetlana_radosavljevic@mfin.gov.rs  

Local office in Vrsac

Omladinski trg 17, 26 300 Vršac, Serbia

Tel: +381 13 800 113; +381 13 800 115

Email: elizabeta.stanimirov@mier.gov.rs; marcel.bajka@mier.gov.rs

Local office in Bor

Moše Pijade 19, 19 210 Bor, Serbia

Tel: +381 30 458 296; E-mail: vasilija.stanic@mier.gov.rs

Program Title

IPA Adriatic Cross Border Cooperation Programme

Financed through the financial instrument for pre-accession aid IPA-II component

Aim of the program

Aim of the program is improvement in cooperation in Adriatic region which is one of the key fields for speeding up the process of cooperation and development in South Eastern Europe. The main goal of the program is strengthening economic, social and ecological aspects of sustainable development in the Adriatic region, through strategically coordinated actions between partners from qualified regions.

Areas of Assistance

Serbia has been in the phasing out process ever since dissolving the union with Montenegro, and in doing so, losing access to the Adriatic Sea. Serbia qualifies for the first and fourth measure of the first priority

• Measure 1.1. Research and innovation
• Measure 1.4. Institutional cooperation

Geographical area

Seven countries participate in the process: Italy, Slovenia, Greece, Croatia, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Albania and Serbia. Entire territory of Serbia qualifies for participation on the program

Who may apply?

University, scientific and research centers, municipalities, business associations, non-governmental organizations

Application procedure and deadlines

Not specified

Minimum - maximum amount for funding

Not specified

Project Duration

Not specified

Limitations

Not specified

Specific requirements

Not specified

Contact

Mirjana Vidanović, Ministry of Finance

Sector for programming and management of EU funds and development aid

Phone: +381 11/3611 337

Program Title

South East Europe Space transnational cooperation program

Aim of the program

Space integration of South East European countries through projects of transnational cooperation.

Areas of Assistance

Innovation; Environmental protection; Infrastructure; Urban development 

Geographical area

Entire Serbia (partners may be from countries of Central, Eastern or Southeastern Europe)

Who may apply?

Non-profit organizations, scientific institutions, state and local administration, public enterprises

Application procedure and deadlines

2008

Minimum - maximum amount for funding

N/A

Project Duration

N/A

Limitations

N/A

Specific requirements

Minimum of 2 EU partners from SEE program

Contact

Ministry of Finance, Republic of Serbia

Department for programming and management of EU funds and development aid

Kneza Miloša 23, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia

Tel: +381 11 3617 269, 3617 344; Fax: +381 11 3612 230

E-mail: ivana.lazic@mfin.gov.rs

Program Title

European Instrument for Democracy and Human Rights (EIDHR)

Aim of the program/project

The general objectives of the new financing instrument, as defined by the EIDHR Regulation, are to contribute to the development and consolidation of democracy and the rule of law and respect for all human rights and fundamental freedoms, within the framework of the Community’s policy on development cooperation and economic, financial and technical cooperation with third countries and to be consistent with the European Union’s foreign policy as a whole.

Areas of Assistance

On the basis of EIDHR Regulation, the European Commission has drawn up and adopted a Strategy Paper for the period 2007-2010. The Strategy Paper, which is the basis for the implementation of the EIDHR, identifies five distinct objectives:

1)    Enhancing respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms in countries and regions where they are most at risk;

2)    Strengthening the role of civil society in promoting human rights and democratic reform, in supporting the peaceful conciliation of group interests and in consolidating political participation and representation;

3)    Supporting actions on human rights and democracy issues in areas covered by EU Guidelines, including on human rights dialogues, on human rights defenders, on the death penalty, on torture, and on children in armed conflict;

4)    Supporting and strengthening the international and regional framework for the protection of human rights, justice, the rule of law and the promotion of democracy;

5)    Building confidence in and enhancing the reliability and transparency of democratic electoral processes, in particular through election observation.

The current Strategy Paper for the period 2007-2010 can be consulted at the following address:

http://ec.europa.eu/europeaid/where/worldwide/eidhr/documents/eidhr-strategy-paper-2007_en.pdf

Geographical area

Depending on the specific Call for proposal.

Who may apply?

Generally, non-profit organization; other, very specific details about eligibility criteria are available in the Guidelines for this call for proposal.

Application procedures and deadlines

See Guidelines for each Call for proposals (to be downloaded from the EuropeAid website at http://ec.europa.eu/europeaid/cgi/frame12.pl ).

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Depending on the call for proposal. Check regularly website http://ec.europa.eu/europeaid/cgi/frame12.pl

Project Duration

Depending on the call for proposal. Check regularly website http://ec.europa.eu/europeaid/cgi/frame12.pl

Limitations

See Guidelines for each Call for proposals (to be downloaded from the EuropeAid website at http://ec.europa.eu/europeaid/cgi/frame12.pl ).

Specific requirements

See Guidelines for each Call for proposals (to be downloaded from the EuropeAid website at http://ec.europa.eu/europeaid/cgi/frame12.pl ).

Contact

See Guidelines for each Call for proposals (to be downloaded from the EuropeAid website at http://ec.europa.eu/europeaid/cgi/frame12.pl ).

Program Title

PROGRESS - Programme for employment and social solidarity of the European Community 

(European Commission - Directorate-General for Employment, Social Affairs and Equal Opportunities)

Aim of the program/project

To enable the European Community to perform its tasks and execute authorizations it was entitled by Founding treaties, in the scope of competences in the domain of employment and social affairs. The main aim of the Programme is to deliver financial assistance for achievement of aims of the Social Agenda 2005-2010, the key EU document in the domain of employment and social policy, on the basis of which the Union defined its general strategic aim to be the increase in the number and quality of work posts and equal opportunities for all categories of the society.

Areas of Assistance

Employment, working conditions, social protectionand social inclusion, non-discriminationand gender equality.

Geographical area

Member countries of the European Union, candidate countries and potential candidates, as well as member countries of EEA and EFTA.

Who may apply?

Depending on specifications of the concrete call for tender or call for proposals applications may be submitted by state institutions, province autonomy institutionsand local self-governments, nongovernmental organizations, trade unions, associations of employers, educational and scientific-researchinstitutions, expertindividualsetc.

Application procedures and deadlines

Application forms should be sent by both electronic mail and regular mail, together with a number of accompanying forms and financial certificates, mainly within 2 months following the date of call for tender or call for proposals announcement.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Awarded amounts are mainly in the range between 350 to 500 thousand EUR.

Project Duration

Projects last mainly from 12 to 24 months.

Limitations

Depending on specifications of the concrete call for tender or call for proposals, participation of subjects from the Republic of Serbia is/is not allowed. Also, data collection for preparing studies and reports mainly encompasses just the EU territory, and sometimes all participant countries in PROGRESS.

Specific requirements

Applicants, legal entities, are sometimes required that the level of fluctuation of funds on the account in the past financial year should be equivalent to the value of the project. Besides, the European Commission is financing not more than 80 percent of the value of the project, while the applicant must submit evidence of secured co-financing amounting to 20 percent of the project.

Contact

- Employment: Miona Popović, Ministry of Economy and Regional Development, miona.popovic@merr.gov.rs (deputy member of the Committee for Implementation of the PROGRESS programme, on behalf of the Republic of Serbia) and Silvija Gajin, Ministry of Economy and Regional Development, silvija.gajin@merr.gov.rs;

- Working Conditions: Jelena Miljković, Ministry of Labour and Social Policy, jelena.miljkovic@minrzs.gov.rs;

- Social Protection and Social Inclusion: Biserka Terzić, Ministry of Labour and Social Policy, biserka.terzic@minrzs.gov.rs;

- Non-discrimination and Diversity: Ivana Banković, Ministry of Labour and Social Policy, ivana.bankovic@minrzs.gov.rs;

- Gender Equality: Dragana Radovanović, Ministry of Labour and Social Policy, draganar@minrzs.gov.rs;

- Member of the Committee for Implementation of the PROGRESS programme, on behalf of the Republic of Serbia: Ivan Sekulović, Ministry of Labour and Social Policy, isekulovic@minrzs.gov.rs.

Program Title 

Tempus, Erasmus Mundus - National Tempus Office

The programmes described below are funded by European Commission; National Tempus Office represents these programmes in Serbia

Tempus supports reform of higher education system in line with Bologna Process; Erasmus Mundus supports creation of joint European master and doctoral studies and provides scholarships for scholars and students of these studies; raising attractiveness of European Higher Education Area is also supported through calls for projects by Erasmus Mundus Action 3

Areas of Assistance

Higher education

Geographical area

Tempus - Western Balkans, Central Asia, Eastern Europe, North Africa, Middle East in cooperation with European Union

Who may apply?

Higher education institutions, rectors’ and students’ conferences can apply for Tempus;  Higher education institutions can apply for development of Erasmus Mundus master and doctoral studies; students and scholars can apply for Erasmus Mundus scholarships; HE institutions and other organizations can apply for Action 3 of Erasmus Mundus

Application procedures and deadlines

Tempus - deadline April 28^th 2009

Erasmus Mundus joint master and doctoral studies - April 30^th 2009

Erasmus Mundus Action 3 - to be announced

Erasmus Mundus scholarships - to be announced

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Tempus from 500 000 to 1 500 000 euro

Erasmus Mundus courses - up to 30 000 euro plus scholarship for students

Project Duration

Tempus 12 to 36 months

Erasmus Mundus Action 3 - 12 to 36 months

Contact

National Tempus Office Serbia

Lazarevićeva 9/14, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia
Tel: +381 11 32 33 409

+381 11 33 47 389

E-mail: office@tempus.ac.rs

Website: http://www.tempus.ac.rs/

Program Title

Youth in Action Programme 2007-2013

Aim of the program/project

The Youth in Action Programme has 5 basic goals:

• Encouraging young people’s active citizenship 

• Promoting values of solidarity and tolerance 

• Foster mutual understanding

• Developing the quality support systems for youth activities and organizations

• Promote European cooperation in the youth field.

Areas of Assistance

Only two sub-programs i.e. actions are open for projects involving young people as participants or promoters, youth organizations and those working with youth:

• Action 2 - European Voluntary Service  - EVS (supports youth voluntary activities abroad, which benefit to local community
• Action 3.1  - cooperation with partner countries (this action supports youth exchange, training, seminars, job shadowing, feasibility visits, evaluation meetings, study tours, activities for building partnership and network projects=.

Geographical area

Countries involved in the program are called “Program” and “Partner” countries.

Program countries: 27 EU member countries, Island, Lichtenstein, Norway and Turkey

Partner countries:

1. Eastern Europe and Caucasus: Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Armenia, Moldova, Russian Federation and Ukraine;
2. Mediterranean Partner Countries: Algeria, Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Palestinian Authority of the West Bank and Gaza Strip, Syria, Tunisia;
3. South East Europe: Albania, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM), Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Croatia, Serbia;
4. Cooperation with other Partner Countries of the world, having signed agreements with the European Community relevant to the youth field

Who may apply?

Non profit organizations and NGOs, local and regional public institutions, non-formal groups, of youth, international network organizations, that have members from at least 8 Program countries, international governmental non profit organizations, profit organizations that wish to initiate a project in the field of youth, sports and culture.  

Application procedure and deadlines

Each project implemented within Youth in action Program must have minimum two organizations - one being the main applicant (project holder).

If organization from Serbia is a main applicant (project holder), the project is sent on behalf of all partners (including supporting documents) directly to the The Education, Audiovisual and Culture Agency Executive Agency (EACEA) in Brussels.  

There are three deadlines throughout the year for direct submission of projects to EACEA:

On the other hand, Program countries (27 EU member states, Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway and Turkey) have so called National agencies that are in charge for Youth in Action program on the national level (each country has its own National agency). If the project holder is an organization or institution coming from the country that has its own national agency (list of national agencies is available at http://ec.europa.eu/youth/youth/contacts_en.htm), there are 5 deadlines for submitting project proposals throughout the year:

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Depends on the type of activities. More information may be found in the Guide available at www.mladiuakciji.rs/vodic_za_program.php

Project Duration

Depends on the type of activities. More information may be found in the Guide available at www.mladiuakciji.rs/vodic_za_program.php

Limitations

Participants in the Youth in action projects are persons between 13 and 30 years old, as well as person who work with young people, and who are citizens of the eligible countries.

Contacts

Contact points for Serbia:

1. Group "Hajde da..." (for territory of Vojvodina and Belgrade, including towns in the vicinity of Belgrade)

Kneza Danila 12/84, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia

Phone/fax: +381 11 3240 425
E-mail: hajdeda@mladiuakciji.rs
Web: www.mladiuakciji.rs and www.hajdeda.org.rs

2. Educational Center (for territory of South and Eastern Serbia)
Birčaninova 26, 37000 Kruševac, Serbia
Phone/fax: +381 37 502 644
E-mail: edukativnicentar@mladiuakciji.rs
Web: www.ec.org.rs

SALTO South East Europe Resource Centre - In addition to contact points, in charge of Youth in Action Program promotion:

SALTO South East Europe Resource Centre
National Agency of the Youth in Action Programme
SI - 1000 Ljubljana, Dunajska 22, Slovenia
Tel.: +386 1 430 47 47; Fax: +386 1 430 47 49
Web: www.salto-youth.net

Education, Audiovisual & Culture Executive Agency from Brussels (EACEA) - in charge of implementation of so called centralized actions:

Education, Audiovisual & Culture Executive Agency
Youth Unit
BOUR 01/01, Avenue du Bourget 1 , B-1140 Brussels

Phone for general information: +32 2 29 75615
Youth Helpdesk:  +32 2 29 68724

Fax: +32 2 29 21330

E-mail: youth@ec.europa.eu; Youth Helpdesk:  youthhelpdesk@ec.europa.eu

17. Global Fund for Women

Program Title

General Support Grants

Organizing Meeting/Event Grants

Travel and Event Grants

Aim of the program/project

General Support Grants. These are flexible, small grants that cover general operating and project expenses.

Travel and Event Grants. These are small grants that support members of an organization to attend conferences andevents.

Organizing Meeting/Event Grants. These are small grants to support organizations in planning a time-sensitive conference orevent.

Areas of Assistance

See under aim of the program/project

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

Groups of women working together; Organizations that demonstrate a clear commitment to women’s equality and women’s human rights; Organizations that are governed and directed by women; Organizations based outside of the United States.

Application procedures and deadlines

We accept grant proposals in any language and any format. We award grants based on criteria and priorities determined in partnership with women’s rights activists working on theground.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Depending on the type of the grant

Project Duration

Depending on the type of the grant

Limitations

The Global Fund does NOT support

• Individuals and Scholarships
• Organizations that do not have a women’s human rights focus.
• Organizations headed or managed by men.
• Organizations whose sole activities are income-generation and/or charity.
• Organizations based or working primarily in the United States.
• Organizations in the Global North proposing partnerships in the Global South.
• Government entities, political parties or election campaigns.

Specific requirements

Depending on the type of the grant; see also under “Who may apply”.

Contact

Angelika Arutyunova, Program Officer

Betsy Hoody, Program Associate

E-mail: ecis@globalfundforwomen.org

Global Fund for Women
1375 Sutter Street, Suite 400
San Francisco, CA 94109, USA
phone: (415) 202-7640; fax: (415) 202-8604

www.globalfundforwomen.org

18. Handicap International South East Europe

Program Title

SHARE SEE - Self-Help and Advocacy for Rights and Equal opportunities in South East Europe

Aim of the program/project

The aim of the project is to develop sustainable capacities of civil society at the local and national levels to fight against discrimination faced by people with disabilities and to influence the policy reforms for equalization of opportunities and the protection of human rights of people with disabilities. More specifically, the project pursues the following objectives:

1. An increase in the knowledge of DPOs on human rights instruments and anti-discrimination legal frameworks and mechanisms
2. A strengthening of capacities of DPOs to make concrete proposals and to build coalitions in order to increase the impact of advocacy initiatives at local and national levels.
3. A development of capacities of disability groups for the monitoring of policy reform processes in the role of watchdogs.
4. An awareness raising and training of media representatives towards a change of perspective regarding disability, abandoning the charity approach in favor of human rights based approach to disability.
5. The mainstreaming of disability as a crosscutting human rights issue among other civic movements especially within human rights organizations.

Areas of Assistance

Support to coalitions of disabled people’s organizations (DPOs) at municipal level for development of Local Disability Action Plans - LDAP.

Geographical area

Serbia, UN administered province of Kosovo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro and Macedonia.

Who may apply?

Restricted call to a defined category of coalitions of DPOs. More detailed requirements will be developed during September and will be published on the Share SEE website: www.share-see.org

Application procedures and deadlines

All the information about this call for proposals will be published on the SHARE SEE website: www.share-see.org

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

N/A

Project Duration

N/A

Limitations

Restricted call

Specific requirements

Only DPOs (disabled people organizations), organized in coalitions at the municipal level can apply.

Contact

Zoltan Mihok, Country project officer - SHARE SEE

Velisava Vulovica 1, 11 040 Belgrade, Serbia

Tel. +381 11 3066 398; Cell: +381(0) 63 564 438

E-mail: zoltan.mihok@hi-se.org

http://www.hi-see.org  

http://www.share-see.org

19. Institute for Sustainable Communities (ISC)

USAID partner in Serbia

Program Title

Civil Society Advocacy Initiative

Aim of the program/project

The overall goal of CSAI is for Serbian civil society to play a constructive advocacy role in building a democratic, prosperous Serbia moving toward Euro-Atlantic integration. This goal is intended to emphasize CSOs’ value as vehicles for influencing policy decisions and monitoring of subsequent implementation, promoting transparent and accountable institutions and processes, and stimulating effective citizen engagement and participation in advocacy efforts. 

Areas of Assistance

Advocacy; Civil society development; corporate social responsibility; Philanthropy; Youth; Civil society organizations with advocacy experience

Geographic area

Serbia (Vojvodina, Central Serbia)

Who may apply?

Registered civil society organizations (non-governmental organizations, citizen associations)

Application procedures and deadlines

Annual Request for Applications; Please refer to http://www.iscserbia.org for further information and application forms.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Typically annual grants of up to USD 50,000; Grants are subject to funding availability and proposal evaluation.

Project Duration

One year, with a possibility for extension, subject to performance evaluation.

Limitations

N/A. Please refer to http://www.iscserbia.org for further information and application forms.

Specific requirements

N/A. Please refer to http://www.iscserbia.org for further information and application forms.

Contact

Dunja Radosavljevic, dradosavljevic@iscserbia.org

20. Kvinna till Kvinna/Women’s Empowerment Projects

Program Title

Women's Empowerment Projects

Aim of the program/project

The Kvinna till Kvinna Foundation supports womenin regions affected by war and conflict. We work in partnership with women's organizations in the Balkans, in the Middle East and in the Caucasus. We support projects to strengthen women psychologically and physically. Empowerment of women and their organizing is crucial for building a democraticsociety.

Areas of Assistance

Gender equality, human rights

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

Women's organizations

Application procedures and deadlines

Applications accepted once yearly, in the autumn, for support for the coming year (check the date with the office in Belgrade). Applications should be submitted on the KtK application form, which can be ordered from the KtK office in Belgrade. Applicants are notified in December.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

10.000-30.000 euro (support is usually given on a year basis)

Project Duration

A year

Limitations

Kvinna till Kvinna usually enters long term partnership with the local organizations. The majority of our partner organizations of today will receive financial support from KtK also in the coming year. This means that the possibilities for financial support to new partners are very limited.

Specific requirements

Only women’s organizations can apply

Contact

Kvinna till Kvinna

Vlajkoviceva 15, app. 5, 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia

Tel: +381 11-322 27 40; Fax: +381 11-324 77 75,

Coordinator Anna Lidström: +381 63-8480 356

E-mail: ktk@ktkscg.org

www.iktk.se

21. Mama Cash

Program Title

Mama Cash is a fund for women

Aim of the program/project

Mama Cash works for social transformation and the advancement of women's rights worldwide. She strives for a peaceful and just world where women are free to make their own choices and secure their human rights.

Areas of assistance

Mama Cash financially supports groups and organizations that through their work strengthen women's rights in their country or region

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

Mama Cash has general criteria which organizations must meet to be eligible for a grant. For more details, see http://www.mamacash.org/page.php?id=785

Application procedure and deadlines

Mama Cash has approved a new strategic plan for 2009 - 2013. Our plan sets some bold new directions for women's rights funding, including increasing our grant making budget, awarding larger grants, and encouraging more people in Europe to give to women's human rights work. Mama Cash is accepting no new grant applications until August 1, 2009. In the interim, we will continue to make grants to a limited number of groups we have already committed to funding. Our revised grant making criteria and procedures will be available on this website by August 1, 2009.

Contact

Mama Cash

Strategic Grant making Department

P.O. Box 15686

1001 ND Amsterdam

The Netherlands

E-mail: info@mamacash.nl

Fax:+31(0) 20 689 46 47

www.mamacash.nl

22. National Endowment for Democracy (NED)

Program Title

Discretionary Grants

Aim of the program/project

The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) is a private, nonprofit organization created in 1983 to strengthen democratic institutions around the world through nongovernmental efforts.

The NED supports projects that promote political and economic freedom, a strong civil society independent media, human rights, and the rule of law. The Endowment's flexible and efficient grants program is able to assist democratic activists in diverse situations, such as transitional countries where the goal is democratic consolidation, authoritarian countries where the goals are liberalization, and the protection of human rights.

Areas of assistance

In the region, NED focuses on:

• promoting youth participation in civic and political life,
• fostering interethnic understanding and historical reconciliation in the former-Yugoslav countries; and
• strengthening independent media, especially at the local and regional levels.

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

NGOs

Application procedure and deadlines

Funding decisions are made on a quarterly basis by the NED Board of Directors;

For more information, see Proposal Preparation Guidelines, http://www.ned.org/grants/guidelines/Proposal_Budget_Guidelines_EN0907.pdf

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

For more information, see Proposal Preparation Guidelines, http://www.ned.org/grants/guidelines/Proposal_Budget_Guidelines_EN0907.pdf

Project Duration

For more information, see Proposal Preparation Guidelines, http://www.ned.org/grants/guidelines/Proposal_Budget_Guidelines_EN0907.pdf

Limitations

Note that the Endowment does not make grants to individuals. The list of Items not allowable includes, but is not limited to, the following: Entertainment representation, gifts, gratuities, donations, alcoholic beverages, fines and penalties are not allowable expenses under NED grants; Activities involving physical violence by any individual, group, or government; Costs related to campaigns for public office; Lobbying directed at influencing public policy decisions of local, State, or Federal governments in the U.S; Costs related to education, training or informing U.S. audiences of any partisan policy or practice or candidate for office; Activities unlawful under local, State, or Federal governments in the U.S; "Miscellaneous" and "Contingency" costs are not allowable.

Specific requirements

In addition to evaluating how a program fits within the Endowment's overall priorities, the Board considers factors such as the urgency of a program, its relevance to specific needs and conditions in a particular country, and the democratic commitment and experience of the applicant. The Endowment is especially interested in proposals that originate with indigenous democratic groups. It is also interested in nonpartisan programs seeking to strengthen democratic values among all sectors of the democratic political spectrum.

Contact

National Endowment for Democracy:
1025 F Street, NW, Suite 800,
Washington, DC 20004, USA
+1  202.378.9700 / Fax:202.378.9407
info@ned.org

www.ned.org

23. Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Program Title

Peace and reconciliation initiatives in the Western Balkans

Aim of the program/project

The overall objective of the assistance is to promote peace, reconciliation and democracy in the region. The main purpose of Norway’s project assistance to the countries in the Western Balkans is to continue supporting processes related to regional stabilization and Euro-Atlantic integration. Support for economic, political and social reform processes, institution-building, reform of the defense, security and justice sectors, and business development is being given particular emphasis.

Areas of Assistance

According to the priorities of each country. See "Guidelines for applications for grants". Ethnic minorities, children, young people and women will continue to be important target groups for project cooperation.

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

N/A

Application procedures and deadlines

As a general rule, the application form, including the budget template, must be used for all applications for support under this grant scheme. The form must contain complete and correct information. The application deadline is 15 February. Applications received after 15 February will only be considered during the second half of the year if there are available funds in the budget. Applicants must use application form that can be found on http://www.norveska.org.rs/devcoop/Grants+guidelines.htm

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

A part of the funds is earmarked for bilateral project cooperation with some of the countries in the region, and separate national application procedures apply to these funds. Norway’s foreign service mission in Belgrade also administers separate funds for smaller projects aimed at developing civil society. Applications for projects with an annual budget of less than NOK 200 000 should be made to the mission.

Project Duration

Grants can be made for projects lasting up to three year.

Limitations

Support should not be expected for the following activities:
•financing the export or import of goods or services
•marketing goods or services
•operating expenses beyond initial costs in the start-up phase
•establishing activities in Norway
•developing or testing new technology
•support for the transport of emergency relief shipments

Specific requirements

Priority will be given to projects that support reform processes that promote closer integration with Euro-Atlantic structures or other regional cooperation. Gender equality and women’s rights, as well as environmental considerations, must be taken into account in all types of projects. For more details see Guidelines.

Contact

Applications should, if possible, be submitted by email to post@mfa.no with a copy to

s-vb@mfa.no; http://www.norveska.org.rs/devcoop/Grants+guidelines.htm

24. Norwegian People's Aid (NPA)

Program Title

NPA has worked in Southeast Europe (SEE) e.g. former Yugoslavia and Albania for more than a decade. NPA is strongly committed to two thematic pillars its work is founded on:

1. Democratization 

Training of human rights activists (regional project);

Integration of IDPs and Refugees;

Media Development;

Roma Rights;

Voters’ Rights and Elections Monitoring;

Youth Initiatives (regional project);

Women Can Do It

2. Humanitarian Mine Action

Mine clearance, survey of mined areas, community liaison.

Aim of the program/projects

To contribute to democratization and building of civil society in the region of Southeast Europe. Target groups are NGOs, media, youth, Roma, women, IDPs and refugees, human rights activists.

Areas of the assistance

Listed above (under program title)

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and Media

Application procedure and deadlines

N/A

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

N/A

Project duration

Maximum 12 months

Specific requirements

N/A

Limitations

N/A

Contact details:

Norwegian People’s Aid Southeast Europe

Alekse Nenadovica 7/II, 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia

Tel/fax: +381 11 244 11 96

E-mail: npa@npa.org.rs

Web: www.npa.org.rs

Regional Representative: Emil Jeremic

25. Open Society Institute - Budapest

Program Title

Local Government and Public Reform Initiative

Aim of the program/project

Assisting transition to carry out intergovernmental reforms; development of democratic and effective government at sub-national level. The primary mission of LGI is to foster regional cooperation and to support and disseminate throughout the region potentially important policy studies which should have a significant impact on public policy reform.

Areas of assistance

-. Fiscal decentralization, financial management and budgeting

-. Local development (including economic and urban development)

-. Ethnic and multi-cultural policies

-. Corruption, transparency and ethics

-. Legislative framework for decentralization

-. Social service delivery

-. Public sector management and reform

Geographical area

Central Eastern Europe, South East Europe, Caucasus, Central Asia,

Who may apply? 

Civil Society Organizations, Associations of Local Governments, Public Policy Centers, Government Bodies

Application procedure and deadlines

By solicited or unsolicited proposals:  http://lgi.osi.hu/documents.php?m_id=31

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

N/A

Project Duration

N/A

Limitations

N/A

Specific requirements

See link above

Contact

Lgprog@osi.hu

www.lgi.osi.hu

Program Title

OSI Roma Decade Matching Fund

Aim of the program/project

In 2006, the Open Society Institute set up a matching fund for projects funded at the EU or national level under the umbrella of the European Year of Equal Opportunities for All 2007. The OSI Roma Decade Matching Fund is part of OSI’s support for the Decade of Roma Inclusion 2005-2015. Because of the positive response to the program, OSI will continue the Roma Decade Matching Fund in 2008, with particular focus on (but not exclusively linked to) the European Year of Intercultural Dialogue 2008.

Areas of Assistance

So far, the projects were aimed at challenging negative attitudes toward Roma, advocacy, research and capacity building. Fields involved included education, gender, employment, the environment and Roma cultural identity.

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

Nongovernmental organizations, local governments, national implementing bodies, media partners

Application procedures and deadlines

· Applications for matching funding should be sent to OSI together with the full project proposal.

· Proposals will be selected on merit and in line with the eligibility criteria.

· Grants will be made only after core funding has been approved.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

OSI will provide up to 30% of the cost of an individual project, with a maximum allocation of EUR 50,000.

Project Duration

N/A

Limitations

See under “specific requirements”

Specific requirements

· Projects that have a clear Roma component

· Roma must be involved in the design and implementation of the project

· Preference will be given to projects linked to the Decade of Roma Inclusion

Contact

Proposals should be sent to Kinga Rethy at the OSI Roma Initiatives Office: Krethy@osi.hu

Program Title

Think Tank Fund

Aim of the program/project

The Think Tank Fund aims to support policy centers that help strengthen democratic processes in their countries by identifying and analyzing policy options, consulting with the government to advance their recommendations, involving stakeholders outside government circles in policy debates, and making their findings widely available to the public

Areas of Assistance

Core and Institutional Support to Multi-Issue Policy Centers

Geographical area

Serbia (among other countries)

Who may apply?

Independent, nonpartisan, multi-issue public policy centers

Application procedures and deadlines

Prior to sending a full proposal, applicants should send a brief concept paper of no more than four pages. The Think Tank Fund will use this paper to determine whether proposals meet the fund's current priorities and guidelines. The concept paper should include:

· A brief description of main policy areas and rationale for identifying these areas, overall programmatic strategy, goals, methodology and planned activities for the suggested grant period

· Information about the applicant organization, brief history and list of main accomplishments; and a brief strategy for organizational development

· Rationale, purpose, and timeframe for the requested core and institutional funding accompanied with a brief description of the expected added value to the current applicant's work and funding

· Estimated amount of the requested core funding, information on the overall organizational budget for the granting period

The program accepts proposals on an ongoing basis.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

N/A

Project Duration

Proposals and budgets should ideally cover a 2-3 year period

Limitations

The Think Tank Fund's strategy is not to support specific issues or themes but to encourage an approach to public policy work that promotes inclusive policy change using a combination of the following methods

Specific requirements

Thus, while potential grantees should engage with public authorities, the fund also seeks to fund organizations that galvanize public support for and debate about the issues on which they are working. The fund currently directs its support primarily to those groups examining economic, political and social reform issues in their countries, with emphasis on governmental responsibility and effectiveness.

Contact

Open Society Institute
Think Tank Fund
Oktober 6. u. 12.
Budapest 1051, Hungary
Tel: +36-1-327-3000, ext. 2244
Fax: +36-1-235-3101
ttf_applications@osi.hu

26. Partnerships in Health

Program Title

Western Balkans Program to Fight HIV/AIDS 

Aim of the program/project

The NGO Trust Fund is a component of the programme aiming at supporting initiatives of local NGOs and civil society organizations to reverse the spread of HIV among vulnerable populations and promote greater engagement of PLHIV

Areas of assistance

Health

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

Local NGOs working in the field of fighting HIV/AIDS.

Application procedure and deadlines

To apply please submit the following documents:

1. A “Project proposal, Trust Fund”, in English, not exceeding 15 pages

2. Scanned document proving that the applicant is a registered local NGO

3. A reference letter from a donor who supported applicant organization in the last two years

4. The most recent audit report for the applying organization (if available)

Only electronically submitted proposals will be reviewed

The deadline for receipt of proposal is on or before 17:00 on July the 31^st 2008.[1]

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

The maximum support for each proposal is within 20,000 Euros

Project Duration

12 months

Limitations

NGO Trust Fund would not support fellowships, study visits, equipment, etc.  Operational costs should be shared between the organization and the grant.  FPH will not support proposals for activities supported by the Global Fund to fight AIDS, TB and Malaria in Serbia.

Specific requirements

The focus areas suggested for proposals are as follows:

I  HIV prevention and psychosocial support in prison work, focusing on women.

II Gender transformative HIV prevention with Roma communities in collaboration with local community stakeholders.

The proposing organization should provide minimally 30% co-financing, in-kind or from other funding sources. Additional co-financing will be reviewed favorably. 

The proposed project should ensure and demonstrate participation by marginalized or vulnerable groups in both the development and implementation.

Contact

contact@partnershipsinhealth.org.rs

Vojvode Milenka 50/17, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia

Tel: +381 11 361 08 02
Fax: +381 11 361 09 70

The deadline has expired during the Review development. However, we advise to check the funding opportunities regularly.

27. Rave Foundation

Program Title

Scholarships

Aim of the program/project

Ifa's role is to promote cultural dialogue and to help people form a clearer picture of each other. Ifa also functions as a mediator of German foreign cultural policy.

Areas of assistance

Cultural dialogue

Geographical area

Countries in transition and developing countries.

Who may apply?

• Curators
• Restorers
• Museum technicians
• Cultural managers from emerging and developing countries

Application procedure and deadlines

The deadlines for applications are 31 March and 30 September each year. Selections will be made within 2 months of the respective deadlines.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

/

Project Duration

/

Limitations

/

Specific requirements

Applicant must be from a country in transition or a developing country
• Hitherto no opportunity to study or work in Germany for an extended period of time
• Knowledge of either German, English or French
• Younger than 40 years old
• Completion of professional study or training within the last five years
• Applicant must no longer be studying or involved in on-the-job training
• Confirmation from a partner institution in Germany which has agreed to take on or initiate a joint project
• A reference from the applicant’s country of origin
• Applicants who are not accepted cannot re-apply

Contact

Applications are to be submitted to:
Rave Foundation
c/o Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen
Charlottenplatz 17, D-70173 Stuttgart
Fax +49.711.2225194
rave-stiftung@ifa.de  

An information leaflet about applying for a Rave Scholarship can be ordered from the above address as well.

28. Regional Environmental Center (REC)

and Swedish Agency for International Cooperation and Development (Sida)

Program Title

SECTOR: Supporting Environmental Civil Society Organizations

Aim of the program/project

Promotion of development of vital and democratic civil sector in the countries of Southeastern Europe, and positive influence on the society in accomplishing the principles of sustainable development and help improve living conditions in urban areas.

Areas of Assistance

Awarding grants at the national and regional level; securing the key-skills training and providing support in assessing organizational capacity.

Geographical area

Serbia, Southeastern Europe

Who may apply?

Civil society organizations in the region dealing with the environmental issues

Application procedures and deadlines

Two national and two regional rounds of grants have been announced and distributed in the period 2006-2009 under SECTOR program. REC will continue putting effort in securing funds for further civil sector support.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

8-15,000 EUR at national level (35-50,000 EUR at regional level).

Project Duration

SECTOR program lasts from 2006 until 2010. Projects supported by this program last up to 12 months (national) and 18 months (regional)

Limitations

/

Specific requirements

Organizations should deal with urban environment and sustainable development

Contact

Zorica Korać, project manager

Regional Environmental Center, Country Office Serbia

Primorska 31, 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia

Tel: +381 11 32 92 899; Fax: +381 11 32 92 595

E-mail: zkorac@rec.rs

29. Rochus and Beatrice Mummert Foundation

Program Title

Mummert Scholarships for the Executives of Tomorrow from Central and South Eastern Europe

Aim of the program/project

The goal of the Mummert Foundation is to contribute to the successful integration of the Central and South Eastern European countries into the EU, thereby also aiming to make a contribution to sustained stability in Europe.

Areas of Assistance

To achieve this goal, the Mummert Foundation contributes to the training of highly-talented, dedicated, and exceptionally-qualified young executives from Central and South Eastern European countries by granting them scholarships for a Master Degree Program at German universities in Aachen and Cologne.

Geographical area

Germany: Aachen University of Technology (Engineering, Industrial Engineering)

or University of Cologne (Economics, Business Administration, Business Information Systems, Business and Economics Education)

Who may apply?

Students of economics, business administration or engineering in their last year of Bachelor study, very good knowledge of German, excellent academic qualifications

Application procedures and deadlines

For detailed information on the application process, please visit our website, www.mummertstiftung.de. Applications are accepted September 1 - November 30 annually, with studies beginning in the winter semester of the following year

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Monthly scholarship amounts to 800 Euros in the first academic year, 825 Euros in the second.

Project Duration

The Mummert Foundation scholarships cover two years of study at the Master degree level.

Limitations

N/A

Specific requirements

After graduation, the scholarship holders are expected to return to their home countries and, in leadership positions, to contribute to their country’s sustained development within the EU.

Contact

Rochus and Beatrice Mummert Foundation

c/o Robert Bosch Stiftung

Program Coordination

Heidehofstraße 31

70184 Stuttgart

Germany

Tel. +49(0)711/460 84-976

Fax +49(0)711/460 84-10976

mummertstipendium@bosch-stiftung.de

www.mummertstiftung.de

30. Rockefeller Brothers Fund

Program Title

RBF Pivotal Places

Aim of the program/project

Democratic Practice

GOAL: Improving the performance, accountability, and transparency of government through the following strategies:

• Supporting the development and implementation of internal reforms in select government institutions.
• Assisting government officials, parliamentarians, and emerging public sector leaders to acquire the skills necessary for effective governance.

GOAL: Strengthening Constituencies of Citizens Actively Engaged in Building Democracy through the following strategies:

• Supporting public education and communications activities that promote a deeper understanding of the responsibilities and benefits of open societies and equip citizens to participate in democratic processes.
• Promoting civic engagement of youth, including leadership development activities and efforts to insert fresh ideas into public life at all levels of society.
• Strengthening civil society as an essential component of a robust democratic political culture.

Sustainable Development

GOAL: Supporting efforts to nurture economically, ecologically, and socially sustainable urban and rural communities through processes that actively engage diverse stakeholders through the following strategies:

• Fostering experimentation with urban, rural, and regional planning processes that actively engage the public.
• Promoting inclusive collaborations to promote the wise use of natural and cultural resources.
• Assisting efforts to integrate into formal education and life-long learning the knowledge, values, and skills needed for sustainable development.

Areas of assistance

See above under "Aim of the program".

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

A prospective foreign grantee must satisfy an RBF determination that it would qualify, if incorporated in the United States, as a tax-exempt organization or that the project for which support is sought would qualify in the United States as educational or charitable.

Application procedure and deadlines

An initial letter of inquiry is requested. No full proposals until you are invited to do so. Letters of inquiry are accepted in English only, and are strongly encouraged to be submitted via e-mail to grants@rbf.org or electronically via onlineapplication@rbf.org.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Although the Fund has made substantial gifts to organizations and programs in which it has considerable interest, the average grant size is $75,000, often payable over more than one year but typically not more than three

Project Duration

One to three years

Limitations & Specific requirements

Grant seekers are encouraged to study the guidelines closely and to consult the list of the Fund's recent grants.

Contact

Haki Abazi, program officer for the Western Balkans

437 Madison Avenue, 37th floor

New York, New York 10022-7001

Phone: 212.812.4200; FAX: 212.812.4299

E-mail: grants@rbf.org; onlineapplication@rbf.org

www.rbf.org

31. Roma Education Fund

Program Title

Roma Education Fund

Aim of the program/project

• Providing donations to the State and private educational sector for the purpose of improvement of Roma education results (including NGOs, municipalities, ministries etc.)
• Functioning as a comprehensive information centre on Roma education
• Advocating improvement of Roma education results - for instance, through information on economic, social and financial advantages arising from education of the Roma  

Areas of Assistance

Donations

- Plans or pilot projects in the field, oriented towards improvement of access to integrated education of Roma children, from pre-school institution to tertiary education

- Strengthening successful activities in cooperation with the Government     

- Policy planning and technical assistance

- Studies and assessments of projects and policies

- Exchange of attitudes, information spreading

- Strategies by countries (for each one included in the Decade)

- Lobbying based on the best practice in planning and policy implementation 

Geographical area

The Decade countries

Who may apply?

NGOs and State institutions

Application procedures and deadlines

Management Board (REF international staff) evaluates project applications and prepares recommendations for the Committee (on monthly basis). There are no deadlines for project applications

Committee (external) - Makes final decision on project approval or on rejection (not later than two months upon application for the project)

Application form (available on the Internet website)

- REF uses two official languages: English and Romani

- Information on application available on the Internet website page (www.romaeducationfund.org)

32. The Royal Netherlands Embassy

Program Title

MTEC (Matra Training for European Cooperation)

Aim of the program/project

Matra (the Social Transformation Programme for Central and Eastern Europe) was developed by the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs to support the transition from totalitarianism to pluriform democracies in Central and Eastern Europe.

Areas of Assistance

MTEC consists of two different types of training:

1. Academic programmes in areas of good governance (duration: 12 months). The themes for the Academic programmes in 2009 are: International/European Law and Public Administration
2. Training courses on transformation related issues (duration: 2 weeks), particularly concerning the preparation and finalization of EU-accession

Geographical area

1. New EU-member states
   Only civil servants from the countries which acceded on the 1st of January 2007, Bulgaria and Romania are eligible to apply for one of the courses (until the 1st of January 2010). Civil servants and students from these countries can apply for one of the academic programmes of MTEC latest for the study year 2010-2011.
   As of the 1st of January 2007 training facilities are no longer available for civil servants from the new Member States which acceded in May 2004.
2. Candidate EU-member states
   In the case of the candidate member states Croatia, Macedonia and Turkey and the potential candidate member states Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro and Serbia support will be continued until accession. Relations, including training facilities with those countries will be intensified. Candidates from these countries can participate in all MTEC courses and academic programmes in 2009.
3. The Eastern and Southern neighbors
   The Eastern and Southern neighbors of the enlarged European Union (Russia, Belarus, Moldova, Ukraine, Morocco and Jordan) will qualify for bilateral co-operation and in some cases for MTEC.

Who may apply?

For the academic programme: To be eligible for the academic programmes you must work for the government (or governmental agency or an organization connected to the government) or be a recent university graduate with outstanding study results. You are not older than 35. All participants should have an excellent working knowledge of the English language. Candidates need to have passed a TOEFL-test (or equivalent) with a score of 600. The maximum number of participants per programme varies per year.

For the training courses: To be eligible for the training courses you must work for the government, a governmental agency or an organization related to the government. In exceptional cases, representatives from the private sector or from NGO's can apply, as long as their participation serves the accession, European integration process, or the bilateral relations with the Netherlands. All participants should have an excellent working knowledge of the English language.
The maximum number of participants per course is 50. As the courses are interactive, the participants will be divided over subgroups.

Application procedures and deadlines

Candidates should apply at www.cross-agency.nl, and consecutively send their printed application form to the Royal Netherlands Embassy in Belgrade.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

/

Project Duration

/

Limitations

/

Specific requirements

/

Contact

www.cross-agency.nl

Program Title

MATRA KAP

Aim of the program/project

Support the process of social transformation through small-scale local initiatives.

Areas of Assistance

Legislation/law

Human rights and minorities 

Public administration, public order and police

Information and media

Environmental authorities and NGOs 

Labour and social policy

Culture 

Welfare

Health care

Housing

Education 

Geographical area

Serbia, Montenegro 

Who may apply?

Local NGOs 

Application procedures and deadlines

No deadlines, projects are approved until the annual budget for a given year is spent.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

No strict limit, but the overall program budget is limited and meant for small-scale local initiatives so average project value should be EUR 15.000

Project Duration

Limitations

Specific requirements

Contact

Aleksandra Kalinic

Senior OS/AZ Officer

Royal Netherlands Embassy

Simina 29, Belgrade

+381 11 20 23 900

aleksandra.kalinic@minbuza.nl

33. Save the Children UK SEE Serbia Programme

Program Title

“Reducing the effects of poverty for children with special needs in Serbia, Montenegro and Kosovo”

Aim of the program/project

Promotion of Inclusion of marginalized groups of children and their families, through informal types of education and rehabilitation (Community Based Rehabilitation - CBR) within their community.

Development of “Connected services” on local level (municipality) in the field of social services and protection of children.

Areas of Assistance

Provision of technical and material assistance to parents associations (PA) in establishing and running “Toy Libraries” (CBR initiative) within their community.

Provision of technical and material assistance to CSW and Developmental counseling units in selected municipalities for development of integrated services for children with disabilities and their families.

Geographical area

Territory of Central Serbia and Vojvodina, without Kosovo and Metohija.

Who may apply?

See Limitations

Application procedures and deadlines

See Limitations

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

N/A

Project Duration

February 2006 - February 2010

Limitations

Project is realized in cooperation with Republic Union off Associations for Helping Mentally Underdeveloped Persons (MNRO) and there is assessment and selection process developed for selection of potential implementing partners. Independent applications will not be taken into consideration.

Specific requirements

Please see previous sections.

Contact

Dusanka Gacic Bradic, Programme Manager -Inclusive Education

Save the Children UK, Serbia Programme

Ljutice Bogdana 20, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia

Phone: +381 11 3671 476, 3671 477, 3066 926 (ext. 131)

Fax: +381 11 367 27 01

E-mail: d.gacic@savethechildren.org.rs

34. SlovakAid - Oficial Development Assistance of the Slovak Republic

Program Title

National Programme of the Official Development Assistance, Sub-Programme (05T0A) - Bilateral Assistance Programme, Bratislava-Beograd Fund (BBF) component

Aim of the program/project

Based on Agreement between the Government of the Slovak Republic and the Council of Ministers of Serbia and Montenegro signed in 2003 and supplemented each year by financial memoranda to grant development assistance to SMN within the Development Cooperation Framework Programme (CSP- Country Strategy Paper)

Slovak Aid Agency for International Development Cooperation was formally established in January 2007, and in the forthcoming period is anticipated to become operational.

Areas of Assistance

Strengthening the Civil Society, Development and Renewal of Basic Infrastructure, Support for Serbia and Montenegro’s Integration into International Groupings and Organizations; development of small and medium enterprises.

Geographical area

Serbia (and Montenegro), since 2003 as a Programme Country of the SlovakAid

Who may apply?

Slovak Subjects (State, Private, NGOs, Non-Profit) with relevant local Counter-part partners

Application procedure and deadlines

As stipulated in Terms of Reference (ToR) for individual Calls for Proposal

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

The Government of Slovak Republic approved an increase in development aid for 2007 to 64 mil. SKK (approx €1.9 million), and is anticipating the signing of a new Financial memorandum of agreement.

Project Duration

From several months up to max.3 years

Limitations

As aforementioned

Specific requirements

According to the ToR

Contact

www.mzv.sk under logo SlovakAid and/or www.npoa.sk

35. Swedish Helsinki Committee for Human Rights

Program Title

The Swedish Helsinki Committee for Human Rights (SHC) is a non-governmental human rights organization without political and religious affiliations. The purpose of SHC is to increase the respect of human rights and freedoms in accordance with the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, ICCPR of 1966 and the Helsinki Final Act of 1975, as well as to contribute to a democratic development in all Helsinki signatory states

Aim of the program/project

The SHC seeks to contribute to an increased respect for human rights and thereby to contribute to the building of democracy. Fundamental for achievements in this regard is promotion of state systems based on rule of law.

Areas of Assistance

1. Rule of law

· Monitoring and advocacy of civil and political rights

· Implementation of legislation

· Free legal advice and assistance to citizens, or groups of citizens

2. Freedom of expression

· Education in the fields of journalism, new technologies and media management

· Strengthening of journalist associations and media centers

· Cooperation with media networks, in order to promote small and independent media outlets in areas where alternative sources of information are scarce.

3. Non-discrimination 

· Cooperation with human rights groups which monitor the situation for minorities and initiate related advocacy on the basis of their findings

· Working together with media outlets on minority languages in areas with a substantial number of a certain ethnic minority, or with outlets devoted to the rights of a certain discriminated group

· Collaboration in cultural projects, which are important tools of expression for the particular difficulties that face a minority or a discriminated group, and work as an important link to the majority.

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

All organizations sharing the goals of the Swedish Helsinki Committee are welcome to apply for funds. The projects must relate to the strategy in the countries in which the SHC is active (activities mentioned above)

Application procedure and deadlines

Applications for the coming year shall be submitted before November 1st, with an estimation of needs for a 12-month period. A decision on the application can be expected within 2-3 months. However, for projects shorter than 6 months, SHC can also consider applications throughout the whole year.

You can download application form the site: http://shc.mediaonweb.org/en/3/40/

Please submit the application by e-mail; if you do not have access to e-mail, please send the application by fax.

Applications should be sent as follows:

Serbia-Montenegro and Bosnia & Herzegovina: to SHC’s field office in Belgrade or Sarajevo (natalija@shc.se or goran@shc.se)

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

/

Project Duration

Grants are generally approved for a period of one year, from January 1st to December 31st, after which a report must be submitted, detailing how the grant has been used.

Limitations

The project proposals have to be within the areas of assistance of the SHC

Specific requirements

36. Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA)

Program Title

Support to Swedish framework organizations: Swedish Helsinki Committee, Olof Palme International Centre, Kvinna till Kvinna (3 projects)

Aim of the program/project

SHC: Strengthen the respect for human rights and contribute to the building of democracy

OPIC: contribute to the strengthening of the participation of citizens in civil society organizations and enable them to influence the (local) political agenda; enable civil society, local political representatives and local civil servants to fully benefit from and participate in the process of EU integration.

KtK: Improved position of women and increased respect for women’s rights in conflict and post-conflict areas.

Areas of Assistance

SHC: Rule of Law, Freedom of Expression, Non-discrimination

OPIC: Citizens’ participation in civil society organizations and public debates on political issues, enable the citizens and CSOs to participate in the EU integration process

KtK: Women’s organizing, women’s participation in decision-making processes, women’s human rights, women’s work against violence and sexual abuse, women’s physical and mental health

Geographical area

Serbia and Montenegro

Who may apply?

Every framework partner has its own guidelines for application and determines the criteria for the areas listed below

Application procedures and deadlines

N/A

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

N/A

Project Duration

N/A

Limitations

N/A

Specific requirements

N/A

Contact

Svetlana Bascarevic

Development Programme Section

Embassy of Sweden

11000 Belgrade, Serbia

Tel: +381 11 2069 261

Fax: +381 11 2069 252

37. Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation  - SDC

Program Title

Switzerland’s Cooperation Program with Serbia.

Aim of the program/project

The Swiss Cooperation Program aims at alleviating poverty, enhancing democratizationand enabling a successful international, economic and social transitionprocess respecting human rights. Its ultimate goal is to enable the people of Serbia to live in social and economic security and participate in the political processes which shape their lives.

Areas of Assistance

The Swiss Cooperation Program concentrates on the following domains:

· Local Governance(Municipal Support Program in Cacak, Uzice, Pozega, Kraljevo, Arilje and Cajetina, Support to Social Dialogue, Support to the Citizen's Participation, Municipal Development in South West Serbia, Sustainable Municipal Funding in Arilje and Cacak);

· Public Infrastructure(Electricity - EPS, EMS);

· Private SectorDevelopment (Trade promotion, Local economic development, SME promotion, Investment promotion);

· Education(Institutional Support to the Ministry of Education, Romaeducation and inclusive education, professional development programmes).

· Small projects(support to the different projects up to 20'000 CHF).

· Culture(support to small and large local, innovative culture projects).

Geographical area

Belgrade, Central Serbia, South West Serbia, South Serbia

Who may apply?

Ministries, GO's, NGOs, Associations, etc

Application procedures and deadlines

Proposals are to be submitted in written form and with detailed budget to the Cooperation Office. There is no specific deadline for applications or for decisions.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Project size: 100’000-10’000’000 CHF depending on domains. Small project size: 1'000 to 20’000 CHF.

Project Duration

Not defined: if of importance projects can last up to 2-4 years. Small projects: 2-6 months.

Limitations

Projects have to be within the mentioned domains. Culture projects cannot be cultural heritage. Usual, common sense, legal limitations apply.

Specific requirements

Not defined: the requirements are depending from project to project. Infrastructure projects are tied aid (i.e. a certain %age of granted goods have to originate in Switzerland).

Contact

Swiss Cooperation Office Belgrade

Knez Mihajlova 10/IV, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia

Phone/Fax: ++381 11 328 22 20; 328 16 69

Email: Belgrade@sdc.net

Website: www.swisscooperation.org.rs

38. Swiss Cultural Programme Serbia, Pro Helvetia Belgrade

The "Swiss Cultural Programme South East Europe and Ukraine" (SCP), which the Arts Council of Switzerland Pro Helvetia is implementing in accordance with a mandate received from the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), enters a new and final phase, starting on January 1st, 2008. From now on, the programme will focus on the Western Balkan region with Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Macedonia, Serbia and Kosovo and reinforce its regional approach. The programme is designed for a 5-years period and will be concluded in 2012.

Program Title

Swiss Cultural Programme in the Western Balkans

Aim of the program/project

The overall goal of the Swiss Cultural Programme in the Western Balkans is to contribute to the promotion of democracy and freedom of expression, to conflict resolution and the respect of minorities. It focuses on regional projects, with intercultural and interethnic cooperation, stressing youth and structures for broad cultural participation. Good governance and equity (gender, generations, and minorities) have to be taken into account by all cultural projects addressed to SCP.

Areas of Assistance

SCP in the Western Balkans works with two action-lines, regional cooperation projects and small actions. Future cooperation projects will be regional, i.e. involve at least two countries of the programme. Support of the Programme is directed towards Serbian art and culture professionals (artists, managers, curators, critiques, theoreticians, etc) in search for a genuine idiom enhancing development of the local cultural scene, promoting its identity and strong participation in the European artists' dialogue, in order to bolster the progress of the society in Serbia.

Geographical area

The Programme operates in the Western Balkans (Serbia, Macedonia, Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Kosovo).

Who may apply?

Artistsor cultural workers(managers, curators, critiques, theoreticians, etc) can apply for a subsidy as individualsand as organizations/groups, informaland formal, NGOsand institutions.

Application procedures and deadlines

The project proposal is submitted in a standard Application Form available at http://www.phbelgrade.org/e_applications.htm

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Yearly budget of 100'000 CHF per office is allocated for the support to Small actions. The required support should not exceed CHF 20,000.

Project Duration

Small actions are considered to be one-time events. More information available at http://www.phbelgrade.org/e_applications.htm

Limitations

Projects must not be:

• Resubmissions; incomplete files; requests for over 20,000 CHF;
• For work with children (though work with children as one project-component, but not the main one, is eligible);
• For infrastructure, building costs or cultural heritage;
• For running costs by a public institution or governmental bodies
• For formal education or scholarships, for health or sports services;
• From political, religious, military or trade union organizations;
• Discriminatory or anti-democratic in content;
• For exclusively commercial activity.

Specific requirements

See http://www.phbelgrade.org/e_applications.htm for more details

Contact

Swiss Cultural Programme Serbia / PRO HELVETIA Belgrade

Simina 21, ground-floor, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia

Phone/fax: +381 11 2183 660, +381 11 3034 970

E-mail: phbelgrade@phbelgrade.org

www.phbelgrade.org

39. Swiss National Science Foundation

Program Title           

SCOPES 2009-2012 Scientific Co-operation between Switzerland and Eastern European Countries

Aim of the program/project

The programme aims at improving the quality and increasing the networking level of scientific research.

Areas of Assistance

Joint Research Projects and Institutional Partnerships, Conference Grants, Preparatory Grants

Geographical area

· Western Balkan countries: Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Kosovo, Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia

Who may apply?

Scientists at Universities or Colleges of Higher Education (through a Swiss partner)

Application procedures and deadlines

Proposals must be prepared jointly by the Swiss and Eastern European applicants. The application must be submitted by the Swiss main applicant (= future co-ordinator of the project) through the SNSF web platform www.mysnf.ch. The online submission facility will be activated from 1 February 2009 onwards

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Please see information in ‘information package’

Project Duration

Please see information in ‘information package’

Limitations

Please see information in ‘information package’

Specific requirements

Please see information in ‘information package’

Contact

SCOPES@snf.ch

http://www.snf.ch/E/international/abroad/scopes/Pages/default.aspx

40. The Alfred Friendly Press Fellowships

Program Title

The Alfred Friendly Press Fellowships

Aim of the program/project

The Alfred Friendly Press Fellowships (AFPF) is an American non-profit, non-governmental organization that gives developing-world journalists the opportunity to work as reporters in American newsrooms. The program, which runs from March to September, is offered annually to approximately ten professional print journalists between the ages of 25 and 35.

Areas of assistance

Each year the Alfred Friendly Press Fellowships (AFPF) brings approximately ten mid-career reporters and editors—usually between the ages of 25 and 35—to America for a six-month, in-depth, practical introduction to the professional and ethical standards of the U.S. print media.

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

Developing-world mid-career print reporters and editors—usually between the ages of 25 and 35

Application procedure and deadlines

The application deadline for the 2009 fellowship program has now passed.

Check regularly http://www.pressfellowships.org/application.html for details about 2010 deadline.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

The Fellowship covers all costs of program-related international and domestic U.S. travel, health insurance and provides a monthly stipend to cover basic living expenses. It is highly recommended that Fellows bring additional money with them. The stipend is not sufficient to provide support for spouses or other dependents. We recommend family remain at home for the duration of the fellowships.

Project Duration

6 months

Limitations & Specific requirements

An excellent command of both written and spoken English as all activities are conducted in English; At least three years of professional experience as a journalist in the print media; Current employment as a journalist with an independent print media organization in the country of citizenship; Early to mid-career status; A demonstrated personal commitment to a career in journalism in the home country. A typical AFPF Fellow is 29 years old, has six years of print journalism experience and has spent little or no time in the United States. Due to requirements of reporting in the United States, preference is given to applicants who are proficient in using computers and driving automobiles.

Contact

Alfred Friendly Press Fellowships

1616 H Street, NW, Third Floor

Washington, DC 20006

Tel: 202-737-4414 Fax: 202-737-4416

E-mail: info@pressfellowships.org

www.pressfellowships.org

41. The Olof Palme International Center

Program Title

Support to civil society in the Western Balkans

Aim of the program/project

1. Citizensparticipatein decision makingprocess

2. Civil society organizationsand local governmentcan participate in and fully benefit from the EU integration process

Areas of assistance

Democratization

Geographical area

Republic of Serbia

Who may apply?

Non-Governmental organizationsregistered in Serbia

Application procedure and deadlines

Project proposals can be submitted once a year, deadline is September 1st. Decision is made by the end of the year, and project implementation should start from January 1st. For more information, see www.palmecenter.org/ProjectHandeling/Western%20Balkan%20Program/Application.aspx

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Minimum is not defined (usually not less then 100.000 SEK). Maximum is 500.000 SEK. For the first time approved project of the organization, the upper limit is 200.000 SEK.

Project Duration

Up to 12 months (from 1 January to 31 December).

Limitations

Project cannot be supported if it already receives financial support from other Swedish Agency for development and cooperation (SIDA) implementing partners.

Specific requirements

/

Contact

Danilo Milic
Program Manager
Kneginje Ljubice 14, 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia
Tel: +381 11 3283079, Mob: +381 63 435245, Fax: +381 11 3283602
E-mail: danilo.milic@palmecenter.se
www.palmecenter.se

42. The Sigrid Rausing Trust

Program Title

The Sigrid Rausing Trust

Aim of the program/project

International human rights

Areas of assistance

The grant programmes are:

· Civil and Political Rights,

· Women’s Rights,

· Minority Rights, and

· Social and Environmental Justice 

Each programme has a number of sub-programmes, which you will find on website.

Geographical area

Whole world

Who may apply?

Projects or groups that are charitable under English law

Application procedure and deadlines

The trust gives two key types of grants:

Main Grants The trustees make decisions about main grants at their meetings three times a year, usually in February, June and October.

Main grants are awarded on a competitive basis for either one, or three years, and can be renewed following a new application upon invitation.

Small Grants They are awarded throughout the year and are intended for small organizations, who find it difficult to fundraise from international funding agencies. Several of our small grantees have gone on to receive main grants. Applications for a small grant must come with a recommendation from an existing grantee or another funding agency.

The Trust may also consider, on an exceptional basis, an Advancement Grant, only to existing grantees, designed to support a major infrastructure step change for an organization.

Under exceptional circumstances, the trust can also provide Emergency Funds, as a response to a sudden human rights crisis or in order to protect human rights defenders -upon a recommendation by an existing grantee, another funding agency, or a contact in the field.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Main Grants currently vary in size between Ł15,000 and Ł850,000.

Small Grants are grants of up to Ł15,000.

Project Duration

/

Limitations

The Trust does not accept unsolicited applications

Specific requirements

 /

Contact

Eardley House, 4 Uxbridge Street,

London, W8 7SY, UK

http://www.sigrid-rausing-trust.org

43. The Urban Institute

USAID partner in Serbia

Program Title

Municipal Economic Growth Activity - MEGA. The programme is implemented by the Urban Institute (www.urban.org), an organization dealing with social and economic researches and implementing programmes for efficiency improvement of public administrations worldwide.   

Aim of the program/project

The aim of the programme is to improve through cooperation with Republic institutions, municipalities and towns in Serbia the conditions of business operations and investments at the local level, to contribute to job creation and to provide more efficient communication between the private and public sectors.     

Areas of Assistance

The programme provides for their partners professional and material support in the following fields:

Economic development planning

- Mapping economic resources;

- Making strategic plans for economic development;

- Projects preparation and management;

- Capital investments planning;

- Spatial and town planning.

Building institutions and improving processes

- Forming offices for local economic development;

- Debt and credit capacity management;

- Property management and increasing the revenue from property;

- Public procurement implementation;

- Building capacities of municipal service centers and centers for permits issuance. 

Implementation of economic programmes and projects 

- Keeping the existing enterprises and their development;

- Promoting and attracting investments;

- Development of human resources for the needs of economy;

- Industrial and technological parks;

- Business incubators and innovation centers;

- Zones of improved business operations;

- Private-public partnerships.

Legal reforms at the national and local levels

- Support to legal reforms in the domain of economic development;

- Networking and coordination of relevant local and national institutions for the purpose of putting joint capacities into the function of local community development; 

- Building capacities and organizational structure of the Standing Conference of Towns and Municipalities (SKGO);

- Development of National Alliance for Local Economic Development (NALED).

Geographical area

Partner municipalities and towns in the territory of Serbia with who was concluded an Agreement on Cooperation. In Phase One, starting from March 2006 till September 2008, the Programme has been implemented in 10 municipalities: Inđija, Kragujevac, Kruševac, Loznica, New Belgrade, Prokuplje, Subotica, Užice, Vranje and Zrenjanin. It is expected that during implementation 18 more municipalities in Serbia will be included in the Programme.  

Who may apply?

Partner municipalities (municipalities with whom was concluded an Agreement on Cooperation based on the donor’s approval); NGOs, development and research organizations and centres; SKGO; NALED. 

Application procedures and deadlines

Based on the published requirements for project submission. Approximate time for project applications for the second Programme phase is from October 2008 until March 2009.  

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Maximum amount to be awarded is RSD equivalent to up to $100,000. 

Project Duration

The programme duration is till 27.09.2010. Individual projects may last no longer than 30.06.2010. 

Limitations

Municipals obtain exclusively goods/services/works and not cash, as a support to the projects.

Specific requirements

Based on the In-kind Grants Manual and Direct Grants Manual. Detailed information is available at the following address: www.mega.ui-serbia.org

Contact

www.mega.ui-serbia.org

44. United Nations Children’s Fund - UNICEF

Program Title:

UNICEF is implementing a five year Country Programme Action Plan (CPAP) 2005-2009 and supports the Government, ministries, the Parliament, civil society and local communities. The goal is to ensure that children, in particular those who live in poverty and exclusion, enjoy and exercise their rights. UNICEF Country Programme comprises four sub-programmes:

1. Social Policy Reform for Children
2. System and Institution Building
3. Community Mobilization;
4. Partnership for Children's Rights 

Aim of the program/project:

The Social Policy Reform for Children program seeks to support the establishment of a national legislation and a national social policy framework for children in accordance with EU and international standards. UNICEF is assisting the Government in development of laws, policies and strategies in various fields such as the reform of the institutions for children without parental care, support of fostering, deinstitutionalization, juvenile justice, child abuse and neglect, as well as in the health and education sectors.

The System and Institution Building program aims to strengthen access to quality and child-centered social services, especially for poor and excluded children at the local level. The focus is on 1) supporting models of home visitation to promote early childhood development and survival, 2) improving equal access to quality education, particularly for Roma children, 3) strengthening inclusive education of children with special needs, 4) promoting enabling environments for child development through the “School without Violence” program, and 5) strengthening the national HIV/AIDS response through Life-skills based health education, and Youth-friendly health services, that target most at risk and especially vulnerable young people.

The Community Mobilization program has the objective to make children, their families and communities aware of and able to participate in decisions and processes affecting their lives. Support is provided to the decentralization of the National Plan of Action for Children, i.e. to the development and implementation of Local Plans of Action for children (LPA) in selected municipalities, which not only mobilize whole communities to promote and protect child rights, and identify excluded and invisible children, but also serve as a catalyst to enhanced civic participation. The LPA process facilitates the implementation of numerous cross-sectoral interventions that improve family care practices; reduce violence and abuse and neglect of children; and, increase healthy life style practices. Through the LPA process, whole communities, parents and children are being empowered to participate in decisions that affect them.

The Partnership for Child Rights program focuses on the promotion of a culture of the rights for children and on developing an environment for local fundraising and private sector partnership for children. This implies strengthening positive social and cultural norms and global values which address and redress exclusion and promote inter-ethnic relationships.

Areas of Assistance:

Health, education, child protection, advocacy and partnership for children’s rights.

Geographical area:

Serbia

Who may apply?

UNICEF is not a donor. UNICEF provides development assistance to the Government, ministries, civil society and community in their efforts to ensure that all children, in particular those who live in poverty and exclusion, enjoy and exercise their rights.

Application procedures and deadlines:

UNICEF assistance is based on the CPAP signed with the Government of Serbia. Therefore, the expert and technical assistance is provided through defined annual action plan and through programmes and projects which support certain activities in the country.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

N/A

Project Duration

UNICEF is implementing a five year Country Programme Action Plan from 2005 to 2009.

Limitations

Only activities linked to the CPAP can be funded.

Specific requirements

N/A

Contact

Ms. Maria Luisa Fornara, Deputy Representative (mlfornara@unicef.org)

Ms Jadranka Milanovic, Communication Officer (jmilanovic@unicef.org)

UNICEF Belgrade, Svetozara Markovica 58, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia

Tel: +381 11 36 02 100

Website: www.unicef.org/serbia

45. United Nations Development Program (UNDP)

Program Title

UNDP programme in Serbia is directed towards development issues and agenda oriented towards EU integration. In line with the UNDAF framework, programme document for Serbia and action plan for the programme for Serbia for the period 2005-2009, UNDP is focused on the domains of public administration and judiciary reform, as well as on better access to services and rights and to promotion of local development directed towards achieving the Millennium Development Goals.

UNDP programme is implemented through three programme clusters (or thematic wholes), whereby attention is paid that different programmes/projects are thematically linked. In the UNDP office in Belgrade there are following programme teams/programme clusters:

· Capacity buildingfor accountable governance.

· Sustainable and local development

· Inclusive development.

Besides the above-mentioned teams, in the scope of the UNDP Belgrade Office there is also a Pogramme Development, Support and M&E Unit that supports the activities of all teams and equally cooperates with the UNDP employees who work in the programme and with UNDP partners regarding policy issues. The Unit coordinates preparation of National Human Development and Millennium Development Goals reports. One should take into account that UNDP is not a donor’s organization although it assists to governments of the host countries in issues related to development, and it develops partnerships with the civil society and private sector. UNDP is an intergovernmental organization that obtains funds from the UN member countries, as well as from fundraising actions at the local level. Donors at the local level are bilateral donors, such as Government of the Kingdom of Holland, Norway, Austria, SIDA, CIDA, DfID. In addition, a number of projects are being realized through EU funds.

Aim of the program/project

Development assistance

Areas of Assistance

Various, depending on requirements of governmentcounterpart for development assistance. Main focus on accountablegovernance, poverty reduction, conflict resolutionand recovery, energyand environmentprotection, HIV/AIDS, strengthening the role of womenin society

Geographical area

Serbia, local UNDP office inNovi Pazar

Who may apply?

Governmentinstitutions, Parliament, local self-governance, NGOs. It is expected from the actors involved in the project implementation to provide financial and non-financial assistance

Application procedures and deadlines

The support by UNDP is based on Stand Basic Assistance Agreement between the Serbian government and UNDP. Therefore, the technical assistance is provided through defined action plan and through programmes and projects, which support certain activities in the country.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

N/A

Project Duration

Range between couples of months to several years

Limitations

Activities funded need to fit within UNDAF/CPD/ CPAP framework

Specific requirements

The appropriate documentation for specific tendering procedures

Contact

Rini Reza, Resident Representative a.i. E-mail: rini.reza@undp.org;

Olivera Puric, Capacity buildingfor accountable governanceTeam Leader,

E-mail: olivera.puric@undp.org;

Internacionalnih brigada 69, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia

http://www.undp.org.rs

46. United Nations Fund for Women, UNIFEM

Program Title

Accountability for Protection of Women’s Human Rights

Advancing Women’s Right for Democratic Governance and Peace in South East Europe

Aim of the program/project

Aim is to ensure appropriate involvement of women in development activities through providing support for innovative and experimental activities benefiting women

Areas of Assistance

Strengthen the commitment, capacity, and accountability of key government institutions to support gender equality (GE) and women’s human rights (WHR) through partnership with civil society, and to enhance the capacity of gender equality advocates to use global frameworks, mechanisms and tools to advance a human rights agenda in the target countries.

Geographical area

Republic Serbia

Who may apply?

Governmental Agencies and Non-Governmental Organizations which aim is to promote GE through innovative programmes

Application procedures and deadlines

N/A - for each specific programme component calls for proposal are/ will be issued defining requested procedures and deadlines.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

N/A - depending on specific project requirements. Usually up to 30.000 US $ 

Project Duration

Depending on project the type.

Limitations

N/A

Specific requirements

N/A

Contact

UNIFEM Project office Belgrade

Internacionalnih brigada 69, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia

Tel: +381 11 2040 400

E-mail: info.serbia@unifem.org

47. United Nations Voluntary Fund for Victims of Torture (UNVFVT)

Program Title

United Nations Voluntary Fund for Victims of Torture

Aim of the program/project

The Fund was established by General Assembly resolution 36/151 of 16 December 1981 to receive voluntary contributions from Governments, non-governmental organizations and individuals for distribution to non-governmental organizations providing humanitarian assistance to victims of torture and members of their family.

Areas of Assistance

Grants will be awarded in a competitive fashion to organizations that provide rehabilitation services to victims of torture. Such assistance may be in the form of medical, psychological, legal or social assistance.

Geographical area

Applications from all regions will be accepted with priority given to projects in Africa, Central Asia and Asia

Who may apply?

non-governmental organizations

Application procedures and deadlines

Requests for funding are accepted from 1 January 2009 to 1 April 2009. Applications should be prepared and submitted through an On-line Grant Application System which is available from the Web page of the Fund (http://www.ohchr.org/EN/Issues/Pages/TortureFundMain.aspx)

A user’s guide is available from the website for on-line applications to assist organizations in using the on-line grant system. In order to report technical problems or request additional assistance while completing the application, an e-mail can be sent to the following address of the Fund grantstechsupport@ohchr.org.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

N/A

Project Duration

Grants should be used between 1 January and 31 December 2010.

Limitations

Please note that the Board of Trustees only considers those applications which strictly comply with the Guidelines of the Fund. Please also note that the Board will not consider a request for funding from an organization that has overdue reports.

Specific requirements

N/A

Contact

The Secretariat of the Fund

unvfvt@ohchr.org

48. United States Institute of Peace (USIP)

Program Title

The Annual Grant Competition (Formerly Unsolicited Grant Initiative)

Aim of the program/project

Preventing, managing and resolving violent conflictand promoting post-conflictpeacebuilding outside the borders of the U.S.

Areas of Assistance

Topic areas of interest to USIP include, but are not limited to:

- Conflict analysis and prevention;

- Mediationand conflict resolution;

- Post conflict peace and stability operations;

- Religionand peacemaking;

- Rule of lawand transitional justice;

- International organizations and collective security;

- Economies and conflict;

- Social, psychological, and physical impacts of war and conflict;

- Mediaand conflict.

Geographical area

Outside the borders of US

Who may apply?

USIP may provide grant support to nonprofit organizationsand individuals—both U.S. and foreign—including the following: institutions of post-secondary, community, and secondary education; public and private education, training or research institutions, and libraries, national and international public agenciesand organizations. Please note that if submitting as an individual and your proposal is successful, you will be required to identify a nonprofit organization (i.e., educational institution, research institution, civil society organization, or NGO) through which the grant can be administered.

Application procedures and deadlines

The Annual Grant Competition application deadline is October 1. Beginning in Spring 2009, the Grant Program will introduce a new on-line application process. In the meantime, please check our Website  http://www.usip.org/grants/for general application information for the 2009 Annual Grant Competition.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Most awards fall in the range of $40,000 to $120,000. Proposed grant budgets are reviewed by USIP staff, and are subject to modification.

Project Duration

Most USIP grants are one to two years in duration

Limitations

Awards are generally not given for institutional support or development.

Specific requirements

N/A

Contact

1200 17^th Street, NW Suit 200

Washington, DC 20036-3011, USA

Fax +1 (202)833-108; Phone: +1 202-429-3842

E-mail: grants@usip.org

www.usip.org

49. Urgent Action Fund for Women's Human Rights

Program Title

Urgent Action Fund for Women’s Human Rights

Aim of the program/project

Urgent Action Fund - UAF provides timely small grants to support strategic interventions in situations when the opportunity for improvement of women’s human rights emerges anywhere in the world. Such opportunities occur when an unexpected event - positive or negative - creates a situation in which an urgent intervention may have a significant impact.

Areas of Assistance

Activities supported by the Urgent Action Fund are very diverse, although the general aim remains improvement of women’s human rights.

Urgent Action Fund allocates grants for three categories:

· Response to war, growing violence or unstable political environment

· Legal or legislative actions that create opportunities for making precedent, or activities that aim to protect the already created precedent

· Protection and safety of women defenders of human rights

Independently from the category, grant applications must meet the following criteria:

STRATEGIC - the activity is related to already existing plan for realization of structural changes that will improve women’s human rights.

UNFORESEEN AND URGENT - a situation or circumstance are unforeseen and action must be fast in order to be efficient.

SUSTAINABLE - the group is capable of efficient implementation of the proposed action and it may provide funds for the future work in the scope of the strategy.

SUPPORTED - the group is supported by others who deal with women’s human rights or related areas, locally or globally.

Geographical area

All continents except Africa - for which is in charge UAF-Africa 

Who may apply?

Women’s organization may apply for the grant. UAF does not allocate funds for individual projects or organization led by men.

Application procedure and deadlines

Urgent Action Fund provides additional funds for groups that already have a clear strategy that is being implemented or to coalitions of groups that react jointly to crises or new opportunities.

· Application may be submitted directly to the Urgent Action Fund or through persons and organizations already known to the Fund.

· We can respond faster to applications that include approval of one of our advisors or members of the Board, another donor or a well-known member of the women’s human rights community.

· We accept applications in all languages, however, translation of applications submitted in a language not being English or Spanish may take some time.

· We shall treat information given in the application as confidential, at your request. Applications to the Urgent Action Fund may be submitted by e-mail, fax or regular mail.

UAF responds to all applications within 72 hours.       

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Maximum amount is $5,000.

Project Duration

Taking into account activities supported by UAF, duration of such activities is between a few days and three months. Unfortunately, UAF is not allocating funds for general operating costs nor is it giving long-term support to organizations. 

Limitations

UAF does not allocate grants for humanitarian actions, general programme activities, long-term projects or individual participation in conferences.

Urgent Action Fund is committed to the principle of nonviolence. UAF does not support groups or individuals who support or are included in violence.

Specific requirements

/

Contact

Urgent Action Fund

3100 Arapahoe Ave. Suite 201

Boulder, CO 80303 USA          

Tel: 1-303-442-2388

Fax: 1-303-442-2370

E-mail: urgentact@urgentactionfund.org

Urgent Action Fund is led by an International Board of women activists. You may find more details on the present structure of the Board and staff, as well as UAF and UAF-Africa on our website www.urgentactionfund.org

50. USAID in Serbia

The economic and democratic development of Serbia is central to the future prosperity and political stability of Southeast and Central Europe. To determine how the United States could best assist Serbia over the next five years to achieve the goal of being a democratic and prosperous country moving towards Euro-Atlantic integration, USAID consulted with local and international experts, central and local government institutions, civil society, the private sector and other donors. Based on the input received, a new strategy was created which incorporates three key themes for addressing transitional challenges:

• Building a strong investment climate
• Fueling local economic growth
• Strengthening democracy and economic security

The strategy adopts an innovative approach that integrates key democracy and economic growth components across themes and is designed to respond to any changes that may occur in the socio-political environment. USAID works with government institutions, indigenous and international non-governmental organizations and private businesses: to improve and accelerate the growth of the private sector through economic policy reform and assistance to businesses; to increase the participation and knowledge of citizens in political and economic decision-making; and to help democratic institutions at all levels to be more effective, responsive and accountable.

To optimize resources and the impact of programs, USAID will continue to form creative alliances with non-traditional partners such as the Diaspora and local financial institutions. USAID is confident that within the next several years, Serbia will reach a sustainable level of democratic and economic transition, and its assistance will no longer be needed. It is currently planned that the last year USAID will fund new projects in Serbia will be 2011, and these programs should then close out in one to two years.

USAID encourages interested parties to visit their website http://serbia-montenegro.usaid.gov/code/navigate.php?Id=4, which is regularly updated, to keep track of USAID’s efforts and the progress being made. USAID would appreciate your feedback on the site and its work. Comments on the website may be sent to: comments-belgrade@usaid.gov.

NOTE: USAID does not act as a direct funding agency. Its funds are allocated through implementing partners listed in this Review.

51. Westminster Foundation for Democracy

Program Title

WFD's work now focuses on strengthening parliaments and political parties in priority countries in Africa, Eastern Europe and the Middle East. In both these fields we work at national and local levels

Aim of the program/project

WFD's work now focuses on strengthening parliaments and political parties in priority countries in Africa, Eastern Europe and the Middle East. In both these fields we work at national and local levels.

Areas of assistance

We are interested in projects to strengthen public scrutiny of government work, standards of behavior in public bodies, transparency and accountability. We will also support attempts to build stronger representative institutions, at local and national levels, and encourage policies for inclusive civic and political participation.

We consider projects that can help develop skills, build knowledge, provide opportunities for people to share experience and above all undertake concrete action to bring about change in local communities. We are interested both in new ideas, and in replicating those that have worked successfully elsewhere.

In addition to grant making, WFD will selectively facilitate contact with appropriate experts, from the UK and/or third countries, who can offer advice and professional support.

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

Complementing this work, WFD will support local organizations (NGOs, civic groups, public institutions, media, professional associations, local government, women’s and youth organizations) capable of making a concrete contribution to increasing citizens’ influence in decision-making processes. We will encourage complementary activities, in different sectors, to address common objectives.

Application procedure and deadlines

We welcome opportunities to discuss potential new initiatives. However, we will not in future be accepting project proposals for partnership or funding unless prior contact has been made with the relevant WFD team. In this event, or if you are working on initiatives about which you believe the Foundation would be interested to know more, please contact the appropriate teams at WFD.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

N/A

Project Duration

N/A

Limitations

Please refer to country strategies on our website (www.wfd.org)

Specific requirements

Please refer to country strategies on our website (www.wfd.org)    

Contact

Eastern and southeast Europe

Alex Romaniuc

Tel:+44 (0)20 7340 1888

Fax:+44 (0)20 7799 1312

E-mail: alex@wfd.org

www.wfd.org

52. World Bank

Program Title

Civil Society Fund(CSF)

Aim of the program/project

The Social Development Civil Society Fund Program of the World Bank aims tomake development more inclusive and equitable by empowering citizens to have greater ownership of development processes.

Areas of Assistance

Civil Society Fund Program in Serbia promoting opportunities for equitable regional development; tackling poverty through empowering vulnerable groups (in particular Roma and youth); advocating healthy life styles.

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

Civil sector

Application procedure and deadlines

You can send your application by mail: The World Bank Country Office in Serbia; Bulevar Kralja Aleksandra 86; 11000 Beograd, or by e-mail: belgraderecep@worldbank.org, mpopovic@worldbank.org, vkostic@worldbank.org

Application deadline for 2009 CSF grants is March 31, 2009

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Maximum amount 4.500 USD

Project Duration

N/A

Limitations

Small Grants cannot fund: Research programs, formal academic training programs, operational projects, ongoing institutional core support (such as equipment), scholarships, fellowships, study programs, individuals applying on their own behalf, or non legal entities.

Specific requirements

N/A

Contact

The World Bank

Country Office in Serbia

Bulevar kralja Aleksandra 86, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia

Tel: +381 (0)11 30 23 700

www.worldbank.rs

www.worldbank.org

53. Balkan Community Initiatives Fund ( BCIF)

BCIF is a domestic public benefit fund that supports people to take active part in improving the life in their communities. BCIF is supporting non-profit associations and informal citizens’ groups in Serbia

Program Titles

1. Active Communities

2. Centrifuge

3. We are in the program

4. Public space - Our space

5. Advocacy

6. Social Transition in Serbia

Program Title

Active Communities[2] 

Aim of the program/project

The aim of the Active Communities donation programme is improvement and development of local communities in Serbia through financial assistance to initiatives that include citizens in solution of common problems in communities they come from, that use local resources and potentials in the best possible way, and promote cooperation with different sectors.   

Areas of Assistance

The Active Communities programme supports initiatives that have potential to provide broader welfare for the community by tackling the problems of common concern.

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

Local organizations and informal non-profit groups founded and led by people from the community. 

Application procedures and deadlines

- Call for Proposals is open throughout the year

- Call for proposals and Application forms are available in Serbian, Hungarian, Albanian and Roma language on web site, at BCIF office, through e-mail and fax

- Decisions on the grants are brought three times per year (February, May, October)

- In average, process of approval takes less then one month from the deadline for the receiving the applications

- e-mail address for sending the applications: prijave@bcif.org

- All applicants are informed about the results

- Project proposals are assessed on three levels before the final decision is made: BCIF staff, advisors and Grant Committee 

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Maximum amount 350.000 CSD

Project Duration

Without limitation

Limitations

· Individuals (travels, studies, participation in conferences, or similar activities)

· Profit initiatives and income-generating projects

· Pure research projects (polls, evaluation, monitoring, interviewing etc.)

· Activities of political parties, organizations, groups

· Activities related to preaching or advocating a specific religion

· Governmental organizations or institutions (including schools, kindergartens, community centres etc.)

· Organizations/groups promoting and advocating intolerance and/or violence

· Purchase of medical equipment and/or medical services

· Humanitarian aid and/or purchase of other goods for the purpose of their distribution

· Organizations/groups having access to important funds of other donors or are directly linked to international agencies and funds

· Trainings, seminars or networking of nongovernmental sector

· Schools of computer and/or foreign languages

· Printing magazines, books and setting up a website

· Building edifices and other capital investments, except of small-scale civil works that will help inclusion of the community into specific initiatives

· Equipment (computers, fax machines, cameras, photocopying machines, and other office equipment and working material), except in extraordinary cases in which equipment is indispensable for carrying our activities and guaranteeing further programme sustainability

· Projects referring to intermunicipal or republic levels

· Organizations or groups not from Serbia.         

Specific requirements

The project should:

· encourage people to become active participants in changes in their local communities

· have potential to make positive changes that will last or inspire new changes in the community

· introduce new models and examples of good practice in resolving common problems

The priority will have initiatives that encourage recognition and use of local resources, including expertise, goods and in-kind grants, time...   

Program Title

Centrifuge[3]

Aim of the program/project

The main aim of the program Centrifuge is to support through small grants active engagement of young people (aged 15 to 30) in initiating and creating cultural programs in their local communities.

Areas of Assistance

The Centrifuga (Centrifuge) Programme supports initiatives stimulating creative activities that could enrich youth cultural programmes and draw attention to issues faced by young people

Geographical area

All places in Serbia where operates Erste Bank, aside from Belgrade, Nis and Novi Sad

Who may apply?

Locally based youth non-profit organizations and informal groups creatively engaged in cultural programs for youth in their communities.

Application procedures and deadlines

- Application forms are available on the website, and can also be requested via e-mail or post through our office. Application form needs to be submitted by e-mail mladi@bcif.org , via mail or faxed to the BCIF office.

- BCIF receives application once a year.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Min. 500 - max. 4000 euro (in CSD according to official rate)

Project Duration

N/A

Limitations

• Institutional support (which covers only operational costs)
• Infrastructural support (renovating, building, purchasing equipment such as laptop, computer, fax, telephone, DVD player, TV, digital camera...) unless it is necessary for implementation of project activities and guarantee future sustainability of project
• Projects that are entirely continuation of previous activities of organization
• Activities which are consider to be competency of the Municipality or sponsored by the Municipality
• Projects dealing with cultural heritage
• Projects conducted at the intermunicipal, provincial or republican level
• Individuals (for travel, study, participation in conferences, or related activities)
• Religious topics
• Activities of political parties, organizations and groups

Specific requirements

Priority is given to the initiatives that encourage active participation of wider group of people, not only members of youth organizations or direct beneficiaries of project activities. It should involve people, representatives of institutions, organizations, medias, sponsors from the community which can make an impact on project activities and inspire improvement of cultural events for young people in the future.

Program Title

We are in the programme

Aim of the program/project

Encouraging activism with young people, of age 15 to 30, to develop local media projects that will: be managed by young people, that will orientate their attention to some important local problems and topics, set people in motion for active problem resolution, contribute to finding adequate solutions in local environments.      

Areas of Assistance

Youth and media (informing young people) 

Geographical area

Local communities in Serbia (except Belgrade, Novi Sad, Niš)

Who may apply?

Youth citizens’ associations and informal youth citizens’ groups

Application procedures and deadlines

• Application form may be found on the website, obtained by e-mail or by regular mail.
• Application form should be sent by e-mail, regular mail or fax to the BCIF Office address.
• Applications are accepted once a year.  

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Up to 3.000 EUR (in Dinar equivalent, calculated at the official rate)

Project Duration

Not defined in advance, most often for a few months up to one year. 

Limitations

Not eligible for application: international organizations, state institutions, government bodies and profit organizations, as well as individuals.

Specific requirements

The project must be initiated and implemented by young people - 15 to 30 years of age.

Program Title

Public space - Our space

Aim of the program/project

Supporting restoration and reconstruction of inadequately used or abandoned public spacein the community, through projects which include active citizenparticipationin all project phases from planning right through to implementation.

Areas of Assistance

The program supports restoration and reconstruction of public space such as: parks, squares, abandoned public areas and similar in urban areas, showing potential to contribute to the overall improvement of the community.

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

Local organizations and informal groupsthat are:

1) Non-profit

2) Locally based and managed (which means they should be founded and led by people from the community in question)

Application procedures and deadlines

Application forms are available on the website, and can also be requested via e-mail or post through our office. Application form needs to be submitted by e-mail, post or faxed to the BCIF office. BCIF receives application once a year.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Up to 400 000 CSD

Project Duration

No restrictions

Limitations

Support will not be offered to:

- Restoration of the space owned by physical entity and are not public domain

- Restoration of the public-owned space without the municipal approval for implementing project activities.

- Initiatives offering already set solutions or detailed architectural or physical project, since the main project component is the development of active participation and input from current and the future space user.

Specific requirements

- Clearly presented idea, practical and achievable in keeping with the aims of the program

- The initiative encourages cooperation and active participation of great number of citizens

- The initiative brings something new to the current space usage

- Clearly defined partnerships and community involvement i.e. citizens, and relevant local self-government and institutions representatives

- Clearly defined space ownership

Program Title

Advocacy[4]

Aim of the program/project

Support to small and medium-sized civil society organizations in developing their role in including citizens into the decision-making process and monitoring of governmental institutions.

Areas of Assistance

Ideas (project designs) that organizations apply with should refer to resolution of the existing problem in the local community through advocacy, the method that citizens use for achieving changes in policies, rules, practice, procedures or financing. The problem area to be addressed by the organization is not defined beforehand; however, it is necessary that the problem is in a certain aspect resolvable at the local level. The proposed activities should refer to empowerment and promotion of citizens’ participation in problem resolutions and decision-making process, helping them to establish a dialogue with local authorities and institutions in the community.     

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

All registered nongovernmental, non-profit organizations from Serbia

Application procedures and deadlines

• Application form may be found on the website, obtained by e-mail or by regular mail.
• Application form should be sent by e-mail to the address: zajednice@bcif.org, by regular mail or by fax to the BCIF Office address.
• Applications are accepted twice a year.  

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Up to 15.000 USD (in Dinar equivalent, calculated at the official rate)

Project Duration

Not defined in advance, most often for a few months up to one year. 

Limitations

Not eligible for application: international organizations, state institutions, government bodies and profit organizations, as well as individuals.

Specific requirements

The problem to be solved should be resolvable at the local level. 

Program Title

Social transition in Serbia

Implemented in partnership with Co-operating Netherlands Foundations for Central and Eastern Europe. For more information look up the details in the document Co-operating Netherlands Foundations for Central and Eastern Europe

Contact

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

www.bcif.org

[2] The Programme is implemented with the support by the Rockefeller Brothers Fund, Charles Stewart Mott Foundation and Dutch Foundations Cooperative for Central and Eastern Europe.

[3] Program is implemented with support of Erste Bank a.d. Novi Sad

[4] Program pomaže Agencije Sjedinjenih Država za međunarodni razvoj (USAID) kao deo programa Serbia Civil Society Advocacy Initiative koju u Srbiji sprovodi ISC (Institut za održive zajednice).

54. City of Belgrade - City Management, Secretariat for Culture

Program Title

The subject of the annual competition of the Secretariat for Culture shall be proposals in the domain of cultural goods protection, librarianship, cultural-educational activities, scenic, musical, music-scenic and visual creativity.

Aim of the program/project

Cooperation with civil society organizations concerning culture but not concerning publishing and film art

Geographical area

City of Belgrade

Who may apply?

An invitation was forwarded to cultural institutions, art associations, artists, organizers and project authors in the domain of culture, in the territory of the City of Belgrade.

Application procedures and deadlines

Competition shall be announced at the end of the year for the next budget year. Information on competition announcement and competition wording, with application form, as well as competition results shall be published on the website of the City of Belgrade www.beograd.org.rs and in the printed media.        

The Secretariat for Culture commits itself to inform the applicant on the competition results within 30 days following the date of the programme adoption.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Organizations may apply for the total amount or for a portion of funds they are missing

Project Duration

Up to 12 months

Limitations

CSOs must be registered in Belgrade and conduct their activities in the territory of the City of Belgrade. Other possible limitations shall be defined in the announcement of the competition.

Specific requirements

- Programme proposals by institutions and art associations in the domain of culture, with a filled out form, must encompass:

- detailed description of the programme contents by programme wholes of the  

  institution;

- participants and organizers of the programme;

- schedule of implementation of individual programmes;

- detailed financial business plan (income and expenditures);

- detailed specification of programme costs for programmes proposed (by   

  economic classifications);

- plan of priorities of current repairs and maintenance, construction and capital maintenance of buildings and structures, procurement of machines and equipment (by economic classifications). The Secretariat for Culture shall furnish institutions and artistic associations with the special form text.

Proposers of individual programmes and projects shall submit their proposals on the prescribed form that may be obtained in the edifice of the City of Belgrade Management, 6 Nikola Pašić square, at the Registration Booth, on workdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The form may also be downloaded from the official Internet website of the City of Belgrade Assembly www.beograd.org.rs

Contact

Programme proposal in five hard copies (if possible in electronic form as well) to be submitted to the address: City of Belgrade - City Management, Secretariat for Culture, 6 Trg Nikole Pašića, Belgrade

55. City of Belgrade - City Management, Secretariat for Education

Program Title

Competition for financing projects of social and nongovernmental organizations in 2009 from the domain of improvement of care and education work in elementary and secondary schools

Areas of Assistance

Improvement of care and education work in elementary and secondary schools

Geographical area

Belgrade

Who may apply?

The right to apply have social and nongovernmental organizations, registered in Belgrade for a minimum of three years.

Application procedures and deadlines

Complete project documents consist of:

- project in the prescribed form (filled out project form in hard copy and in electronic version);

- document of registration in Belgrade;

- brief description of activities (up to two pages);

- project programme implementation schedule;

- recommendations by experts from the field that the project refers to;

- report on implementation of to date projects and financial report for the previous year;

Deadline for submission of project documents is 20 days following the date of the announcement of competition.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Not specified

Project Duration

N/A

Limitations

Untimely and incomplete applications will not be taken into consideration.

Only applications containing complete documentation, prescribed by the competition and referring directly to fields foreseen by the competition will be considered.

Specific requirements

The Commission will support financing of projects of nongovernmental and civil society organizations that present innovations by their offered contents, i.e. the ones that encourage creative and critical thinking, develop competences, contribute to enriching and improving cognitive and other activities at school, in compliance with contemporary tendencies of quality education. 

The person in charge of implementation of the project shall be obliged to submit a statement in writing, saying that the funds obtained will be used for implementation of the approved project.  

Contact

The prescribed project documentation shall be submitted by hand (registration office in 31 McKenzie Street) or by regular post to the address: Secretariat for Education, Makenzijeva 31, Belgrade, specifying: “Application for the Competition for Financing Projects of CSOs and NGOs”. 

56. City of Belgrade - City Management, Secretariat for Economy

Program Title

Financing of projects through allocation of funds for employment incentives in the territory of the City of Belgrade

Aim of the program/project

1. supporting SMEs and entrepreneurship;
2. stimulating growth, improving efficiency and compatibility of the existing SMEs and entrepreneurship;

3. developing effectiveness of organizations and institutions included in providing support for the increase of the number of new SMEs and development of the existing SMEs, as well as infrastructure for support to the SMEs and entrepreneurship sector;
4. stimulating conditions for job creation.  

Areas of Assistance

Employment incentives

Geographical area

City of Belgrade

Who may apply?

Applicants may be non-profit organizations with head office registered in the territory of the City of Belgrade, which apply individually or in partnership with one or more organizations that meet conditions in the scope defined by the guidelines for application for financing of projects through allocation of funds (grants) for the purpose of stimulation of employment in the territory of the City of Belgrade.

1. training institutions;
2. universities;
3. local authorities;
4. chambers of commerce;
5. associations of entrepreneurs or employers:
6. trade unions;
7. cooperatives;
8. business incubators;
9. scientific-technological parks;
10. nongovernmental organizations;
11. professional associations;
12. institutes;
13. regional centres/ agencies for development of SMEs and entrepreneurship;
14. other institutions for support to the sector of SMEs and entrepreneurship.   

Application procedures and deadlines

Supporting documentation:

With the application form should be enclosed the following supporting documents:

· Basic information about the applicant;

· Main partner and partners (if there are any) shall attach photocopies of: (1) articles of association, as well as current changes and amendments and other evidence in compliance with item 2.1.2 of these guidelines and (2) the Statute (if there is one);

· Registration certificate issued by the competent body, not older than six months;

· A copy of the latest financial statement of the applicant submitted to the competent authorities, in compliance with the law;

· CVs of the project manager or project coordinator and of other experts responsible of key activities in the project, specifying the position (role) in the project - in the format given in Annex F, signed by the proposed experts;

· For projects proposing training activities - the programme of the proposed training courses and their justifiability;

· Certificate that bankruptcy proceedings, or those of forced settlement and liquidation, were not started till the announcement of the public invitation, issued by the Commercial Court in Belgrade (to be acquired by subjects to whom the competent body may issue this certificate, in compliance with the law);

· Certificate that a legally binding court decision on the ban on conducting activities was not delivered till the announcement of the public invitation, issued by the Commercial Court in Belgrade (to be acquired by subjects to whom the competent body may issue this certificate, in compliance with the law);

· Evidence by the competent body that against the responsible person of the applicant a judicial investigation was not initiated till the announcement of the public invitation;

· Evidence that they did not commit any serious infringements of the contract or that they have met the agreed liabilities related to the procedure of procurement or some other procedures of grant allocation financed by different donors. (Evidence shall be submitted by the applicant to whom the grant for financing similar projects was allocated by different donors before the announcement of the public invitation. This evidence shall be issued by the grantor or by a certified auditor);

· Certificate issued by the Republic Public Income Administration stating that for the current year the applicant has settled due taxes, contributions and other public fees, in compliance with the regulations of the Republic of Serbia.

· Project budget according to the given format - Annex B;

· Logical framework according to the given format - Annex C;

· A signed statement that applicant and its partners shall not have any benefit from the foreseen project budget, according to the given format - Annex G;

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

The amount of individual grant to be allocated must stay within the minimum and maximum limitation  (160,000 - 8,000,000 Dinars), specifically:

- for “small” projects: 160,000 - 800,000 Dinars,

- for “big” projects:  800,000 - 8,000.000 Dinars.

Project Duration

The project duration may not exceed the maximum of ten months following the date of the signing of the contract.

Limitations

Potential applicants and their partners may not take part in the invitation for submitting applications for project financing, nor may they be allocated a grant:

a) if they are under the bankruptcy proceedings or under the process of closing down, if they are prosecuted or if they have entered an agreement with creditors, if their business activities have been suspended, or are under the process of suspension, or if they are in any other similar situation due to which they are charged according to the country’s laws and regulations in force;

b) if they were sentenced for non-professional behaviour and if against them was passed a legally binding judgement, res juricata (i.e. the one that they have no right to plea against);

c) if they have not met liabilities related to social assistance and contributions in 2006, or if they failed to settle their tax liabilities in the same period, for which they were obliged, in compliance with regulations in force;

d) if against them, or their responsible person, was passed a legally binding judgement, having the power of res juricata, for fraud, corruption, complicity in operations of criminal organizations, or any other illegal activity that might be harmful for financial interests of the grantor;

e) if they made serious infringements of contracts or failed to meet contract obligations related to the procurement procedure or any other procedure of grant allocation financed by different donors;

f) if in the course of the duration of invitation for project proposals submission they:

1) are subject to the conflict of interests;

2) are guilty of giving wrong information asked by the grantor, as a condition for participating in the invitation for project proposals submission; or if they are guilty of retaining those information;

3) tried to acquire confidential information or to have an impact on the grantor’s body during the evaluation of projects.

In the above mentioned cases, a decision is made on exclusion of the applicant. 

Specific requirements

Programme and project proposals must contain precise data on applicants (participants and organizers), a detailed description of the contents, timeline and implementation schedule, a detailed specification of costs, as well as the method of covering them. 

Contact

Guidelines for applicants, as well as all relevant competition documents, may be obtained on workdays from 9 a.m. to 12 a.m., in the Secretariat for Economy, Belgrade, Masarikova 5/18 (office 1813) or at the bottom of this page. Additional information may be obtained at the telephone: 011/3061-432, or by e-mail: preduzetnistvo@beogradsg.org.rs. Applications for financing of the project and the supporting documents, shall be submitted to the following address: City of Belgrade - City Administration, Secretariat for Economy, 11000 Belgrade, Masarikova 5/18, specifying “Financing of Projects for Employment Incentives”.  

Program Title

Invitation to submission of programme and project proposals for the event “Days of European Legacy”

Aim of the program/project

Cooperation with civil society organizations concerning cultural-historical and natural legacy

Areas of Assistance

Geographical area

City of Belgrade

Who may apply?

The invitation shall be forwarded to cultural institutions, municipalities, public enterprises in the territory of the City of Belgrade, artists, tourist companies, tourist workers, associations and other legal entities and physical persons - authors and organizers of programmes and projects in the territory of the City of Belgrade   

Application procedures and deadlines

Project proposal in a minimum of two hard copies (if possible in electronic form as well) to be submitted on the prescribed form at the address: City of Belgrade, Secretariat for Economy, Belgrade, Masarikova 5/XVIII - Registration Booth/XVI. Deadline for submission of proposals shall be given in the competition announcement.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Not specified

Project Duration

Limitations

Not specified

Specific requirements

Programme and project proposals must contain precise data on applicants (participants and organizers), a detailed description of contents, time and schedule of implementation, a  detailed specification of costs and the manner of covering them.  

Contact

Sector for Tourism and Trade of the Secretariat for Economy, telephone: 3061-783 (coordinator), 3061-683, fax 3061-379 and e-mail address: privreda@beogradsg.org.rs, turizam@beogradsg.org.rs, website: www.beograd.org.rs

57. City of Belgrade - City Management, Secretariat for Social Welfare

Program Title

Competition for financing projects of nongovernmental organizations in the domain of social and veterans-disability welfare

Aim of the program/project

Cooperation with civil society organizations in the domain of social innovations 

Areas of Assistance

• Field of welfare of persons with disabilities
• Field of welfare of persons with impeded development
• Field of welfare of persons - victims of violence
• Field of welfare of elderly persons

Geographical area

City of Belgrade

Who may apply?

All civil society organizations (citizens’ associations, nongovernmental and non-profit organizations)

Application procedures and deadlines

Competition is announced at the end of the year for the next budget year. Information on competition announcement and the wording of the competition, with application form, as well as the results of the competition shall be published on the website of the City of Belgrade, www.beograd.org.rs, and in the printed media. 

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Organizations may apply for the total amount or for the portion of funds they are missing, which does not exceed 400,000 Dinars, with an obligatory statement saying that they did not receive funds from another donor in the full amount applied for the project, or a portion of the missing funds for which they are applying.  

Project Duration

From 4 to 12 months

Limitations

CSOs must be registered in Belgrade for a minimum of three years and conduct their activities in the territory of the City of Belgrade. Other possible limitations shall be given in the competition announcement.

Specific requirements

In order to take into consideration the applicants’ projects, it is necessary that they meet the following conditions:

· to contain the required documents prescribed by the competition, signed and certified;

· that the project is undoubtedly oriented towards welfare of particularly risk and marginalized social groups in the territory of Belgrade, which have up to now not been encompassed (fully or partially) in the social welfare system - old, disabled persons and persons with impeded development; poor, marginalized children and children without parental care; victims of violence and children with social behavioural disorders.     

Contact

Secretariat for Social Welfare, Tiršova 1A, Belgrade, Telephone: 011/2644-256; Fax: 011/2646-238; www.beograd.org.rs

Agency for cooperation with nongovernmental organizations and European Harmonization, Masarikova 5, XIII/1301, Belgrade, Telephone: 011/3061-530; Fax: 011/3061-608; e-mail: agencija.nvo@beogradsg.org.rs

58. City of Belgrade - City Management, Secretariat for Sports and Youth

Program Title

Programme and project proposals in the domain of recreation

Aim of the program/project

Programme and project proposals that are the subject of this public invitation refer to the organization and implementation of:

1. sports and recreation competitions,
2. sports and recreation programmes,
3. Belgrade sports and recreation competitions (SPRET), from the municipal to the City levels.

Areas of Assistance

N/A

Geographical area

City of Belgrade

Who may apply?

The invitation is made to the following proposers:

- Belgrade sports centers, public enterprises, institutions and other companies registered for conducting activities in the domain of sports;

- Belgrade sports organizations, associations and unions in the territory of Belgrade registered for conducting activities in the domain of sports.  

Application procedures and deadlines

Competition is announced at the end of the year for the next budget year. Information on the competition announcement and the wording of the competition, with the application form, as well as the results of the competition shall be published on the website of the City of Belgrade, www.beograd.org.rs, and in the printed media. 

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Organizations may apply for the total amount or for the portion of funds they are missing.

Project Duration

Up to 12 months

Limitations

Possible limitations shall be given in the announcement of the competition. 

Specific requirements

See the speicific requirements of the call for proposals.

Programme proposal shall be submitted in two hard copies (and obligatorily in electronic form) at the address: Secretariat for Sports and Youth, Registration Booth, Belgrade, 27. marta 43-45, specifying the name of the programme or project in the domain of recreation.

Contact

Guidelines with terms and conditions to be met by the applicant for organizing programmes, as well as the form that makes an integral part of the programme proposal, may be obtained at the Secretariat for Sports and Youth, Belgrade, Masarikova 5 (fifteenth floor), on workdays, or downloaded from the official Internet website of the City of Belgrade Assembly www.beograd.org.rs.  

Program Title

Programme proposal for summer vacation intended for students of elementary and secondary schools

Aim of the program/project

The Secretariat for Sports and Youth will co-finance programmes for students of elementary and secondary schools during summer vacation. Programmes are free-of-charge and should provide for sports and recreation activities for students of elementary and secondary schools.      

Areas of Assistance

Programme and project proposals that are the subject of this public invitation, are divided into two wholes:

1. programmes for sports and recreation activities (water sports, sports and recreation camps, sports and recreation open-air programmes etc.);
2. programmes of interest for young people (small schools - courses from different fields, through which one acquires knowledge necessary for creative and conceived leisure time).  

Geographical area

City of Belgrade

Who may apply?

The invitation shall be forwarded to the following proposers:

(1) (for programmes specified under item A)

- sports centres, public enterprises, institutions and other companies in the territory of the City of Belgrade, registered for conducting activities in the domain of sports;

- sports organizations, associations and unions in the territory of the City of Belgrade;

(2) (for programmes specified under item B)

- organizations, associations, companies and institutions in the territory of the City of Belgrade.

Proposers of individual programmes may obtain guidelines with the prescribed terms and conditions they have to meet for organizing the programme, as well as the application form, which makes an integral part of the programme proposal.   

Application procedures and deadlines

Guidelines containing the prescribed terms and conditions that applicants have to meet for organizing the programme, as well as the application form, which makes an integral part of the programme proposal, may be obtained at the Secretariat for Sports and Youth, on workdays from 10 a.m. to 12 a.m., or may be downloaded as a file in Word, if you click on the website of the City of Belgrade www.beograd.org.rs.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

It is defined in the scope of each competition, given that competitions are intended for different categories of beneficiaries.

Project Duration

During summer vacation

Limitations

Possible limitations are given in the announcement of the competition. 

Specific requirements

Specified by terms and conditions of individual competitions, depending on the type of the programme.

Contact

Programme proposal to be submitted on the prescribed form, with the necessary documentation specified in the guidelines, in two hard copies, and obligatorily in electronic form, at the address: Secretariat for Sports and Youth, Registration Office/XVI, Belgrade, Masarikova 5/XV, specifying the item A or B.

Program Title

Programme and project proposals in the domain of youth policy

Aim of the program/project

The subject of the annual competition of the Secretariat for Sports and Youth are programmes with multidisciplinary programme contents through different forms of work: workshops, small schools of sports skills, parades, events, scout units programmes through implementation of which are created conditions for young people to acquire necessary basic knowledge and to creatively spend their leisure time, thus opening opportunities for young ones to acquire habits useful for their lives.

Areas of Assistance

Programme activities of interest for young people

Geographical area

City of Belgrade

Who may apply?

Public invitation shall be forwarded to organizations, companies and institutions in the territory of the City of Belgrade, which conduct programme activities of interest for young people. 

Application procedures and deadlines

Competition shall be announced at the end of the year for the next budget year. Information on competition announcement and wording of competition, with application form, as well as the results of the competition, shall be published on the website of the City of Belgrade www.beograd.org.rs, as well as in the printed media.

Application and every competing programme proposal should be submitted on the form that may be obtained at the Secretariat for Sports and Youth on workdays. 

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Organizations may apply for the total amount or for the portion of funds they are missing.

Project Duration

Up to 12 months

Limitations

Possible limitations shall be given in the announcement of the competition. 

Specific requirements

The proposal submitted for co-financing should encompass:

- detailed description of the contents of the programme

- target group of the participants in the programme;

- the planned number of participants;

- duration of the programme expressed in hours, days;

- professional representation of programme implementers and engagement of experts in the specific field, in which the programme is being implemented;

- financial indicators of programme implementation costs.

Applications for individual programmes shall be submitted all the year round and they shall refer to:

- subsidies for young people (elementary school pupils, secondary school students and regular university students financed from the budget), for the purpose of going to competitions and to advanced training abroad; the funds shall be approved in accordance with elements of the procedure of evaluation of terms and conditions fulfillment, and of establishment of the amount of funds to be allocated to youth programmes;

- organization of international seminars and professional conferences, organized by professional associations of faculties; the funds shall be approved in accordance with the criteria for funds to be allocated for organization of professional seminars and conferences.     

Contact

Guidelines with terms and conditions to be met by the applicant for organizing programmes, as well as the form that makes an integral part of the programme proposal, may be obtained at the Secretariat for Sports and Youth, Belgrade, Masarikova 5 (fifteenth floor), on workdays, or downloaded from the official Internet website of the City of Belgrade Assembly www.beograd.org.rs.  

Agency for Cooperation with Nongovernmental Organizations and European Harmonization, Masarikova 5, XIII/1301, Belgrade, Telephone: 011/3061-530; Fax: 011/3061-608; e-mail: agencija.nvo@beogradsg.org.rs

Program Title

Programme proposal for winter vacation intended for students of elementary and secondary schools

Aim of the program/project

The Secretariat for Sports and Youth will co-finance programmes that contain sports and recreation activities for students of elementary and secondary schools of Belgrade.  Programmes are free-of-charge and will be realized during the winter vacation period.        

Areas of Assistance

Programme proposals are divided into two wholes, specifically:

3. programmes for sports and recreation activities (swimming school, recreational swimming, ice skating school, recreational skating, sports and recreation camps etc.);
4. programmes of interest for young people (small schools - courses related to different fields, through which one acquires basic knowledge necessary for creative and conceived leisure time; educational camps, excursions etc.).  

Geographical area

City of Belgrade

Who may apply?

The invitation is forwarded to:

(1) for programmes specified under item A:

- sports centres, public enterprises, institutions and other companies in the territory of the City of Belgrade, registered for conducting activities in the domain of sports;

- sports organizations, associations and unions in the territory of the City of Belgrade;

(2) (for programmes specified under item B):

- organizations, associations, companies and institutions in the territory of the City of Belgrade.

Application procedures and deadlines

Guidelines containing the prescribed terms and conditions that applicants have to meet for organizing the programme, as well as the application form, which makes an integral part of the programme proposal, may be obtained at the Secretariat for Sports and Youth, on workdays from 10 a.m. to 12 a.m., or may be downloaded as a file in Word, if you click on the website of the City of Belgrade www.beograd.org.rs.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

It is defined in the scope of each competition, given that competitions are intended for different categories of beneficiaries.

Project Duration

During winter vacation

Limitations

Possible limitations shall be given in the announcement of the competition. 

Specific requirements

Specified by terms and conditions of individual competitions, and depending on the type of the programme.

Contact

Programme proposal to be submitted on the prescribed form, with the necessary documentation specified in the guidelines, in two hard copies, and obligatorily in electronic form, at the address: Secretariat for Sports and Youth, Registration Office/XVI, Belgrade, Masarikova 5/XV, specifying the item A or B.

59. City of Belgrade - City Management, Secretariat for Environmental Protection

Program Title

Public competition for financing projects of nongovernmental organizations

Aim of the program/project

The competition refers to projects of education, promotion and activism related to popularization, encouragement, directing and raising awareness of environmental protection, as well as to projects of building an institutional structure for activities of education on sustainable development and environmental protection, renewable energy, preservation of natural resources (waters, forests, land etc.), recognition of recycling, waste and packaging treatment, and other activities contributing to development of awareness of responsibility and to the need of active inclusion of citizens in the protection and improvement of the Belgrade environment.     

Areas of Assistance

Protection and improvement of the Belgrade environment

Geographical area

City of Belgrade

Who may apply?

The right to apply shall have nongovernmental organizations registered in Belgrade for a minimum of two years, which conduct their activities in the territory of the City of Belgrade, in the domain of protection of environment and nature.

Application procedures and deadlines

The applicant should submit:

- evidence of registration with the registered office in Belgrade;

- a certified photocopy of articles of association (the Statute) and brief description of activities (up to three pages);

-  the competing project (on the project form that may be downloaded from the website of the City), possible recommendations by experts in the fields related to the project or CVs of project coordinator and of key experts included in the work on the project;

- report on implementation of to date projects;

- a certified photocopy of financial statement submitted to the competent state bodies for the previous year. 

Competition shall be announced at the end of the year for the next budget year or at the beginning of the budget year. Information on the competition announcement and the wording of the competition, with the application form, as well as the results of the competition shall be published on the website of the City of Belgrade, www.beograd.org.rs, and in the printed media. 

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Boundaries are not defined in advance, they shall be defined depending on the quality of submitted projects. 

Project Duration

Up to 12 months

Limitations

Only civil society organizations may apply.

Specific requirements

Specified in the announcement of the competition.

Contact

Application to be submitted to the following address:

City of Belgrade - City Administration, Secretariat for Environmental Protection, Commission for implementation of the public competition for financing projects of nongovernmental organizations, Belgrade, 27 marta Street 43-45, specifying “Application for the Competition for Financing Projects of Nongovernmental Organizations”. The Commission shall make their decisions within 15 days following the date of deadline for submission of applications. Incomplete and untimely applications shall not be taken into consideration.

Agency for Cooperation with Nongovernmental Organizations and European Harmonization, Masarikova 5, XIII/1301, Belgrade, Telephone: 011/3061-530; Fax: 011/3061-608; e-mail: agencija.nvo@beogradsg.org.rs

60. Development Fund of the Republic of Serbia

Program Title

1. Credits for companies

- Short-term credits

- Credits for reconstruction, building of structures and procurement of equipment

- Credits for durable working assets 

2. Credits for transformation of innovations into a finished product

- Credits for development of innovation activities - legal entities

- Credits for development of innovation activities - entrepreneurs

3. Credits for encouragement and development of enterprises and entrepreneurships in most undeveloped municipalities

- Credits for encouragement and development of enterprises in most undeveloped municipalities

- Credits for encouragement and development of entrepreneurships in most undeveloped municipalities

4. Credits for entrepreneurs

- Credits for development of entrepreneurships

5. Credits for beginners/start-uppers

- Credit support for beginners/start-uppers - legal entities

- Credit support for beginners/start-uppers - entrepreneurs

6. Credits for encouragement and development of enterprises and entrepreneurships in the territory of Kosovo and Metohija

- Credits for encouragement and development of enterprises and entrepreneurships in the territory of Kosovo and Metohija

- Credits for beginners/start-uppers

Aim of the program/project

Creating conditions for encouragement of economic and regional development, for restructuring of companies and for development of capital market

Areas of Assistance

Development Fund of the Republic of Serbia will direct its activities to achievement of the following aims:

· Encouragement of economic development:

· Encouragement of uniform regional development;

· Improvement of competitiveness of the domestic economy;

· Encouragement of development of productive handicrafts and services;

· Encouragement of employment, including programmes for beginners (start-up credits);

· Encouragement of capital market development

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

The right to use the funds of the Fund will have investors in the territory of the Republic of Serbia. Please note that different persons (legal entities and physical persons) may apply with reference to the type of the programme, and we emphasize that each individual competition should be studied with attention. We suggest that information on the Development Fund’s website should be regularly followed. www.fondzarazvoj.gov.rs

Application procedures and deadlines

• Detailed instructions for preparation of applications and documentation are available at the Fund’s website www.fondzarazvoj.gov.rs, while the professional service of the Fund is available for additional information and professional assistance to clients
• Application for credit with the accompanying documentation shall be submitted personally to the operational services of the Fund, Belgrade,  Knez Mihajlova 14

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Depends on the type of the programme

Project Duration

Depends on the type of the programme

Limitations

More detailed information on types of limitations should be checked in the instructions for each individual programme.

Specific requirements

Interest rates, repayment schedule, collaterals and other special requirements differ by programmes. Please check instructions for preparation of documentation of each programme.

Contact

Development Fund of the Republic of Serbia

Knez Mihailova 14, Belgrade, Serbia
Tel/fax:+381 11 / 2621-822, 2621-887
E-mail: office@fondzarazvoj.rs

http://www.fondzarazvoj.gov.rs

61. DIN „Tobacco Factory” a.d. Niš, a member of the Philip Morris International Company

Program Title

Programme of support to the Niš city community 

Aim of the program/project

One of the main aims of the DIN Philip Morris Company is to contribute transparently, accountably and effectively to the community in which it lives and conducts its business operations, so that it could become a modern economic, educational and cultural centre in the region. 

Areas of Assistance

Struggle for poverty reduction, education, support to disadvantaged categories of population, culture and art.

Geographical area

City of Niš

Who may apply?

Non-profit organizations

Application procedures and deadlines

Project proposals may be submitted all the year round; however, the planning process for the next donor’s year terminates in early July of the current year.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

-

Project Duration

-

Limitations

Projects submitted by individuals, as well as profit organizations, cannot be taken into account.

Specific requirements

It is desirable to submit project proposals in English.

Contact

DIN Fabrika duvana Niš, Corporative Business Sector, Bul. 12. februar 74, 18000 Niš, or

jelena.preradovic@pmintl.com; miodrag.stojadinovic@pmintl.com

62. Eurobank EFG AD Beograd

Program Title

In March 2006 was formed a comprehensive programme by the name of “We Invest Into European Values”, worth 3 million Euros, for the purpose of support programmes in the sphere of health care, high education, persons with disabilities and environmental protection.  

Aim of the program/project

Since the beginning of its business operations in Serbia, Eurobank EFG has been very active in the field of rendering support to the social community; it makes efforts, besides the concrete projects (listed below), to have an impact on its business partners, clients, staff and the broadest public to contribute to resolving social problems in the environments in which they operate.  

Areas of Assistance

• Education/ “Eurobank EFG SCHOOL FEES” - 1,050 best students at state universities in Serbia have been up to now awarded with our school fees.
• Ecology/ “Eurobank EFG PARKS”  - for reconstruction and remodeling of 8 central city parks in 6 towns all over Serbia (Belgrade: the Botanical Garden, the Park of Rainbow Colours, the Wedding Park at Ada Ciganlija; Novi Sad: the Danube Park; Niš: the Čair Park; Požarevac: the Sunny Park; Pančevo: the National Garden; Jagodina: the Teacher Training Faculty Park)
• “Eurobank EFG HEALTH CARE” - individual donations to clinics, and implementation of the latest apparatus for early diagnosis of malignant diseases within the Clinical Centre of Serbia ( the project is under implementation by the Ministry of Health). We sincerely believe that our efforts in the domain of health care will improve health services in Serbia.
• Support to persons with disabilities/ “Eurobank EFG EQUALITY” - adaptation of Bank’s branch offices to persons with disabilities, training of the staff on the use of adequate terminology and approach when serving persons with disabilities, employing persons with disabilities, constructing the first inclusive Park in the region at Bežanijska kosa, and non-profit campaign “All Different, All Equal”, sponsorship of the international conference “Design for All”, and many others. Persons with disabilities should not be treated as a group requiring special treatment; they should be provided with equal opportunities to take part in the social life, just like other fellow-townspeople. 

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

Depending on the field that we support- nongovernmental and non-profit organizations, local community, public sector, students at state universities, academic institutions. 

Application procedures and deadlines

There are no classical competitions. Selections of projects and its parts to be implemented is made on the basis of the submitted project proposal and budget. The timeline varies depending on the type of the project and its complexity. 

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Depending on the type of the project it ranges from 500 to 100,000 Euros.

Project Duration

Depending on the project

Limitations

Information

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Specific requirements

Information

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Contact

Eurobank EFG a.d. Beograd

Kolarceva 3, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia

www.eurobankefg.rs

office@eurobankefg.rs

Corporate Communication Department

Zeljka Cirić +381 11 308 2864; Milena Stupar +381 11 308 2863

63. Fund for an Open Society - Serbia, Belgrade

Program Title

Program of general education - Inclusive educational policies - Competition for the most inclusive school

Aim of the program/project

The program deals with developing, implementing and promoting the model of inclusive education with the aim of building inclusive educational policies on a local and national level. The competition for the most inclusive school has the aim of stimulating schools to develop and apply an inclusive approach. This means: the school will enable all children access to regular education; teachers and the pedagogy & psychological department are sensitized and trained for an individualized approach to children; the school works as a team with the parents and the local community; an inclusive approach is the basic part of the documents of the school - annual and development plans; the inclusive approach is agreed upon by the Council of parents, the School council and the school principal;

64. Fund for Environmental Protection

Program Title

Allocation of funds of the Fund for Environmental Protection by means of a loan 

Aim of the program/project

The subject of the competition is allocation of local funds for investment into projects whose purpose is:

-  Stimulating waste and gas emission management for the purpose of environmental protection;

-     Stimulating the treatment of waste and usage of valuable ingredients of the waste;

-     Stimulating the use of renewable energy sources.

The funds are intended for investment into equipment and devices that help achievement of the competition goals.    

Geographical area

Territory of the Republic of Serbia

Who may apply?

Beneficiaries of the funds are legal entities and entrepreneurs having head office or residence in the territory of the Republic of Serbia.

Application procedures and deadlines

The competition is open till allocation of funds referred to in Item 1 of the competition, but no longer than 31.12.2009.

Applications in writing, with accompanying documents, mentioned in Article 3 of the competition, shall be submitted to the following address:  

Fund for Environmental Protection

Belgrade, Dr Ivana Ribara 91

Specified: “Application for financing procurement of equipment with the funds of the Fund for Environmental Protection by means of a loan” - do not open.

Applications shall be submitted on the forms “Application for project co-financing”

Applications shall obligatorily be submitted in both written and electronic forms.

Applications in electronic form shall be sent to the address zajmovifond@sepf.gov.rs. The invitation shall be published in the “Official Gazette of the Republic of Serbia”, daily “POLITIKA” and on the internet website of the Fund  www.sepf.gov.rs 

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

TOTAL AMOUNT RSD 300,000,000.00

The funds shall be allocated as long-term loans, to the maximum amount of RDS 10,000,000.00, with interest rate of 4% on annual basis. Settlement shall be conducted by the comfort method applying the foreign exchange clause, repayment deadline of 3-5 years, grace period from 6 to 12 months, repayment in three-month annuities. 

Project Duration

See on the website http://www.sepf.gov.rs/

Limitations

See on the website http://www.sepf.gov.rs/

Specific requirements

See on the website http://www.sepf.gov.rs/

Contact

Biljana Blažević Zec

Fund for Environmental Protection

Dr Ivana Ribara br. 91

New Belgrade

Tel: 011/2169-368,011/22-77-442

e-mail: biljana.blazevic-zec@sepf.gov.rs

http://www.sepf.gov.rs

65. Guarantee Fund of the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina

Program Title

Competition for extending guarantees for collaterals for credits intended for financing of START UP programmes of unemployed women of working age, in the territory of the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina

Competition for extending guarantees for collaterals for credits, intended for financing of procurement of equipment for women entrepreneurs and women founders of small enterprises, carrying out business operations for less than three years, in the territory of the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina

Competition for extending guarantees for collaterals for long-term credits intended for procurement of new agricultural mechanization

(ANNOUNCED: Competition for extending guarantees for collaterals for long-term credits intended for purchase of agricultural land)

Financing self-employment project, development of entrepreneurship and development of small and medium-sized enterprises by joining funds of local self-governments and Guarantee Fund of the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina

(Check on the website of the Guarantee Fund of the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina which competitions are underway and whether there are any newly-opened Competitions)      

Aim of the program/project

To stimulate development and business operations of small and medium-sized enterprises, entrepreneurs and individual agricultural producers in the territory of the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina. 

Areas of Assistance

The Guarantee Fund of the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina will orientate its activities towards achievement of the following goals:

Significant increase in employment and in living standard

Export and improvement of competitiveness of companies on the local and international markets

More dynamic and well-balanced regional development of AP Vojvodina, in compliance with the adopted Strategy of Development of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises and Entrepreneurship in the Republic of Serbia for 2003-2008, or Economy Development Plan of AP Vojvodina for 2004-2008.

Changes in structure of companies by extending guarantees for credits through which banks finance establishment and start up, as well as development of companies founded by women and young people up to 35years of age

Sustainable integrations of refugees, exiled persons and IDPs who live in the territory of the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina

Reduction of the level of effective interest rates for credits.     

Geographical area

AP Vojvodina

Who may apply?

The right to apply for extension of guarantees with the Guarantee Fund of the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina have:

• small and medium-sized enterprises
• private entrepreneurs
• individual agricultural producers

Different persons may apply for different types of programmes, therefore we bring to your attention that you should carefully study each and every competition. 

Application procedures and deadlines

Competition for extending guarantees for credit collaterals may be submitted by the deadline specified in the competition or till utilization of the guarantee potential.

Competition documents may be obtained in the premises of the Fund or downloaded from the website of the Guarantee Fund of the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina www.garfondapv.org.rs, while additional information may be obtained at the Guarantee Fund of the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina in Novi Sad, 11 Hajduk Veljkova St., 6th Floor, and on the telephone +381 21/489-37-00.

Application for the competition with supporting documents shall be submitted by hand or by registered post to the Guarantee Fund of the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina, Novi Sad, 11 Hajduk Veljkova St.

Incomplete and untimely applications for extension of guarantees shall not be considered.

Positively evaluated programmes shall be proposed for approval to the Commission for Guarantee Extension and to the Management Board.

The Management Board shall make the final decision on guarantee approval.

Applicants shall be informed on the decision and documents they have to complete and submit for the purpose of concluding a contract of guarantee.           

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Depends on the type of the programme:

Programme for extension of guarantees for collaterals of credits intended for financing START UP programmes of unemployed women of working age, in the territory of the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina - maximum amount for funding up to 1.000,000 Dinars

Programme for extension for collaterals for credits intended for financing of procurement of equipment for women entrepreneurs and women founders of small enterprises, carrying out business operations for less than three years, in the territory of the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina - maximum amount for funding up to 2.000,000 Dinars

Competition for extending guarantees for collaterals for long-term credits intended for procurement of new agricultural mechanization - Credit amount - minimum 500,000 Dinars and maximum 10,000,000 Dinars

Project Duration

Depends on the type of the competition - by the deadline specified in the competition or till utilization of the guarantee potential.

Limitations

In 2009, the Fund will extend guarantees in the total nominal amount not exceeding 20,000,000 Dinars, which includes the principal and the proportional stake of the agreed interest, for individual companies.

More detailed information on the types of limitations may be checked in the text of the competition for each individual programme.

Specific requirements

Interest rates, repayment timeline, instruments of collaterals for liabilities under the extended guarantee and other specific requirement differ by programmes. 

Contact

Guarantee Fund of the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina
11 Hajduk Veljkova St., 6th FLoor,

21000 Novi Sad, Serbia
Tel/fax: +381 21-489-37-00

Web: www.garfondapv.org.rs

66. Institute for Multidisciplinary Research

Program Title

European Co-operation in the Field of Scientific and Technical Research

http://www.cost.esf.org

Aim of the program/project

COST is intergovernmental network for European co-operation in domain of scientific and technological researches, providing that researches, funded at national level and realized by minimum five institutions from member states, be coordinated at European level. To take part in COST means that our scientific and research organizations can include to the main current of European research activities, and on the other hand, to take part in some COST actions means that our RSO can get better position for participation in other EU programs. Within COST program are verified research themes which, in later phase, will be in Framework Programs of European Union.

Areas of Assistance

ICT - Information and Communication Technologies,

Transport and Urban Development,

Materials, Physical and Nanosciences,

Food and Agriculture,

Biomedicine and Molecular Biosciences,

Chemistry and Molecular Sciences and Technologies,

Forests, their Products and Services,

Earth System Science and Environmental Management,

Individuals, Society, Culture and Health

Geographical area

Europe

Who may apply?

Any legal entity registered by the Law of its country

Application procedures and deadlines

COST operates a continuous Open Call, with periodic Collection Dates.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Average 90 000 EURO

Project Duration

4-5 Years

Limitations

Specific requirements

Contact

Prof. dr Biljana Stojanović

National COST Coordinator

Institute for Multidisciplinary research (Institut za multidisciplinarna istraživanja)

Kneza Višeslava 1a, 11000 Belgrade, Republic of Serbia

Tel.:+381 11 20-85-057; Faks:+381 11 30-55-289

E-mail: biljana@ibiss.bg.ac.yu

67. Micro Development Fund

Program Title

• Credit programme and
• Non-financial services programme (professional capacity building)

Aim of the program/project

Micro Development Fund is a domestic organization aiming at improvement of social and economic life standard of active but poor population in Serbia by providing access to micro credits and/or by rendering services of professional capacity building, for the purpose of start up of new business activities or development of the existing ones.

Areas of Assistance

-   Support to micro credits refers to start up of new business activities or development of the existing ones in the domain of production, handicrafts, services, agriculture and trade. The funds are intended for small entrepreneurs for purchase of fixed assets or as working capital.  

-     Special programme are credits for adaptation of dwellings, for the purpose of permanent housing resolution of refugees and IDPs.

-     In the scope of non-financial services for business development is professional capacity building of IDPs from Kosovo, for the purpose of their easier employment/ self-employment.  

Geographical area

14 municipalities in Central and South Serbia. Regional offices are in Niš and Užice.

Who may apply?

Micro credits are specially adjusted for entrepreneurs not having access or having aggravated access to credits of commercial banks. Applicants for credit may be the unemployed and farmers; beginners in business - start up; registered or non-registered entrepreneurs.

 -  Credits for adaptation of dwellings - Housing loans, are intended for refugees and IDPs for basic needs of adaptation.

-     Grants for professional capacity building are also intended for IDPs.  

Application procedures and deadlines

The procedure is simple. Call on the telephone or pay a visit to one of the FMR offices. Talk to our employees. Fill out application form for credit or for professional capacity building and collect the necessary documents. Our employees will assist you in filling out the application form, as well as in giving good advice. Credits are paid out three times a month through our commercial bank.   

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Minimum credit amount is RDS 20,000. Maximum amount ranges from RSD 100,000 to RSD 500,000, depending on the credit cycle. Deadlines are up to 24 months.

Project Duration

Since this refers to revolving funds, the programme is going on continuously. 

Limitations

Credit indebtedness of employed clients or guarantors cannot exceed 30% of the salary. 

Specific requirements

With credit application forms should be enclosed guarantees, as well. Primarily, these are administrative bans and bills of exchange signed by 2-3 guarantors. 

Contact

Micro Development Fund

Svetozara Markovića 17/16, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia

Tel/Fax: 011/3030-667 ; 3030-669

E-mail: office@mdf.org.rs  

www.mdf.org.rs  

Niš : Cara Dušana 52, tel. 018/526-312

Kraljevo: Obilićeva 34, tel. 036/311-294

Užice: Nemanjina 52, tel. 031/513-666

68. Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Waterworks, Republic of Serbia

Program Title

Ministry announces different Calls for proposals throughout the year

Aim of the program/project

See under "Areas of Assistance"

Areas of Assistance

1) Strengthening the competitiveness of the agricultural products on the market;

2) Providing healthy and high quality food;

3) Providing support to the living standard of farmers who can not achieve their economic survival on the market with their production

4) Providing support to rural development

5) Protecting environment from the negative influence of the agricultural production

Geographical area

Serbia

Detailed information about specific Call for proposals could be found on www.minpolj.gov.rs

Contact

Info Centar

Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Waterworks
Info center, Nemanjina 22-26,11000 Belgrade, Serbia

Tel: +381 11/260-7960; +381 11/260-7961

Fax: +381 11/361-6285

E-mail: office@minpolj.gov.rs

69. Ministry for Diaspora, Republic of Serbia

Program Title

Different calls for proposals of the Ministry for Diaspora[5]

Aim of the program/project

Article 22 of the Law on Ministries defines the competences of the Ministry for Diaspora. The Ministry for Diaspora performs the activities of State Administrations in relation to: status of citizens of the Republic of Serbia who live outside the Republic of Serbia; improving the conditions for exercising the voting rights of citizens of the Republic of Serbia who live abroad, enhancing the relations of expatriates, persons of Serbian origin and the citizens of the Republic of Serbia who live abroad and their organizations with the Republic of Serbia; creating conditions for involving expatriates, persons of Serbian origin and citizens of the Republic of Serbia who live abroad in political, economic and cultural life of the Republic of Serbia and for their return to the Republic of Serbia, as well as other activities prescribed by law.

Areas of Assistance

Depends on the specific Call for proposals; See paragraph above.

Geographical area

Serbia and/or countries where citizens of the Republic of Serbia live (abroad)

Detailed information about specific Call for proposals could be found on http://www.mzd.gov.rs

Contact

Ministry for Diaspora of the Government of the Republic of Serbia,
Vase Čarapića 20, Belgrade, Serbia
Tel: +381 11 2638-033, 2639-221, 3202-900
Fax: +381 11 2636-815

http://www.mzd.gov.rs

[5] The Ministry announces variety of calls for proposals several times a year. Therefore, it is suggested to check regularyl the Ministry website.

70. Ministry of Economy and Regional Development

Program Title

Extending credits for stimulating the quality of catering offer by physical persons, small and medium-sized enterprises in the field of tourism, for 2009 

Aim of the program/project

To stimulate the quality of catering offer by physical persons, small and medium-sized enterprises in the field of tourism

Areas of Assistance

The funds will be used for financing projects for improvement of the catering offer quality, encompassing:

-  construction, arranging and reconstruction of hotels and other accommodation capacities, restaurants and sports-recreation and amusement capacities;

-     reconstruction and adaptation of navigable and floating catering structures;

-     restoration of rural objects and their turning into tourist capacities for catering offer;

-     improvement of marketing of domestic catering offer;

-     design, production preparation and souvenir production. 

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

The right to the use of credit proceeds have physical persons, small and medium-sized enterprises in the field of tourism.

Application procedures and deadlines

Deadline for application is 01.09.2009

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Minimum amount of extended funds is RSD 2,000,000.00

Project Duration

Deadline for repayment of credit proceeds is 60 months upon the expiration of the deferral period of time lasting for 12 months, and is calculated from the day of the first withdrawal of proceeds.

Limitations

Participation of credit proceeds in the project may not exceed 50% of the total value of the project. 

Specific requirements

For one project, only one application may be submitted in the course of the budget year. A new application should be submitted for every budget year.

Application for the use of credit proceeds shall be submitted in one copy to the Ministry of Economy and Regional Development, Tourism Sector, Belgrade, Kralja Aleksandra 15, specifying “Credits for tourism development”, exclusively by regular mail or at the registration office of the Ministry. 

Contact

MINISTRY OF ECONOMY AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Tourism Sector

Bulevar kralja Aleksandra 15
11000 Belgrade, Serbia
Phone: +381 11 285-5097;
kabinet@merr.gov.rs

http://www.merr.sr.gov.rs

Program Title

Public invitation for allocation of non-repayable funds to nongovernmental organizations

Aim of the program/project

The aim of the programme is to encourage and improve local and regional socio-economic development, more dynamic cooperation between the public, nongovernmental and private sectors, stimulation of entrepreneurial activities, attraction of foreign investments and increased level of employment.

Areas of Assistance

Subsidies - non-repayable funds to nongovernmental organizations, intended for projects of importance for regional development, to be used for the following purposes:

1) collection, analysis and promotion of information relevant for local economic and regional development;

2) building capacities of local self-governments to improve their conditions for business operations and investments (education, training, workshops, round tables);

3) preparing and drafting the action plan for improvement of business environment and for attracting investments into one or more local self-governments;

4) improvement of the regional planning policy and promotion of cooperation between main carriers of local and regional development, by capacity building for planning and managing infrastructural and other projects of importance for regional development;

5) raising awareness of businessmen regarding opportunities and potentials offered by municipalities and other regional and national institutions.

Terms and conditions for using non-repayable funds:

The right to use non-repayable funds have nongovernmental organizations which, through project implementation, provide for empowerment and promotion of local and regional development, entrepreneurship development and strengthening of cooperation between the public, nongovernmental and private sectors.       

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

The right to apply for the use of non-repayable funds have nongovernmental organizations:

1) that are registered as citizens’ associations with the Ministry of State Administration and Local Self-government or with the Ministry of Internal Affairs;

2) that have been active for a minimum of two years;

3) that have applied in compliance with the intended use of funds;

4) that for the same activities and projects have not used budget funds so far. 

Application procedures and deadlines

Public invitation shall be opened from 30 March to 13 April 2009. Application form shall be submitted to the Ministry of Economy and Regional Development, Sector for Regional Development, Belgrade, Bulevar Kralja Aleksandra 15, by regular mail or at the registration office of the Ministry.

Public competition and application form are available on electronic webpages of the Ministry http://www.merr.gov.rs and in hard copy at the Ministry.

Interested nongovernmental organizations may obtain more detailed information at the Ministry of Economy and Regional Development, on telephone number 011/2855231.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Minimum amount of extended funds upon application is RSD 200,000.00, while maximum amounts to RSD 1,500,000.00, VAT not included. 

Project Duration

N/A

Limitations

N/A

Specific requirements

The contract contains the pecuniary amount allocated to the beneficiary, as well as the method of transfer of stimulating funds, deadlines for termination of the project and liability of nongovernmental organizations to return the budget funds into the budget if not used in the manner and for the purposes of the Programme.    

Contact

MINISTRY OF ECONOMY AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Bulevar kralja Aleksandra 15
11000 Belgrade, Serbia
Phone: +381 11 2855-231;
kabinet@merr.gov.rs

http://www.merr.sr.gov.rs

71. Ministry of Environment and Spatial Planning

Program Title

Competition for co-financing projects related to the environmental protection in 2009.

Aim of the program/project

In 2009, the Ministry of Environment and Spatial Planning will co-finance projects oriented towards realization of the Ministry’s project Let’s Clean Serbia that have educational character and contribute to development of environmental awareness and to spreading the knowledge about the need for protection of the environment (environmental schools and camps, seminars, gatherings, publishing, promotional activities etc.), or the ones aiming at contribution to concrete problem resolution, through one-time actions and campaigns (e.g. spatial arrangement etc.)

Areas of Assistance

Environmental protection

Geographical area

Republic of Serbia

Who may apply?

The right to apply have registered citizens’ associations that primarily address the environmental issues in the scope of their activities.

Application procedures and deadlines

Application deadline is 22 April 2009, the Day of the Planet Earth. Application forms and more detailed instructions may be downloaded from the website: http://www.ekoplan.gov.rs; they can also be received by fax on request, or may be obtained in person every working day from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Applications should be sent to the address: Ministry of Environment and Spatial Planning, Omladinskih brigada St. 1, New Belgrade, specifying: for COMPETITION - NGO.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Implementation of the selected projects will be co-financed up to the maximum of RSD 500,000.00 (five hundred thousand) per project. The total amount to be allocated for this Competition amounts to RSD 10,000,000.00 (ten million).

Project Duration

Projects applied for should be short-term, i.e. all project phases should be terminated in 2009.

Limitations

/

Specific requirements

/

Contact

Contact persons: Verica Curcic-Pantelic and Miloš Panjkovic
Ministry of Environment and Spatial Planning
Omladinskih brigada St. 1, 11070 New Belgrade, Serbia
Phone: +381 11/ 3132- 571, or 311-67 67 - ext. 6615
Website: www.ekoplan.gov.rs

72. Ministry for National Investment Plan

Program Title

National investment plan (NIP), Republic of Serbia

Aim of the program/project

NIP is the program of the Government of Serbia, a generator of the overall country development. NIP priorities are defined by the Government Decision. For 2009, priorities are: infrastructure development, improved living standard, improving the work of public administration and building capacity of human resources.

Areas of Assistance

NIP projects cover all areas; priorities are defined on an annual basis.

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

Ministry, governmental body and agency, public institution, autonomous province, city, city of Belgrade and association of citizens.

Application procedures and deadlines

The application procedure is defined by the "R E G U L A T I O N ON THE PROCEDURE FOR THE SELECTION OF THE NATIONAL INVESTMENT PLAN PROJECTS AND THE PROCEDURE FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE NATIONAL INVESTMENT PLAN". Public call is announced each year together with deadlines for the applications.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Not defined

Project Duration

One year and multi-year projects

Limitations

There is obligatory co-financing for the local self-governments. Details are defined in the above-mentioned "Regulation".

Contact

Ministry for National Investment Plan

11 000 Belgrade, Vlajkovićeva 10, Serbia

Tel.+381 11/3617-583, +381 11-3617-628

e-mail: kabinet@mnip.gov.rs

73. Ministry of Culture

Program Title

Different Calls for proposals of the Ministry of Culture

Aim of the program/project

With the goal of establishing modern relationships in the area of culture and media, we are striving to create a new cultural ambient and cultural offer, and to establish a balance, necessary for reaching the conditions for development of artistic creativity and protection of cultural heritage, and for the work of the public, private and nongovernmental sector.

Areas of Assistance

Ministry of culture, within its jurisdiction, supports the best projects from the whole territory of the Republic (Serbia), in all the areas of artistic and cultural works/production, and projects of all the nationalities and ethnic minorities that live here. In addition, the Ministry holds quality international cooperation in high regard, with both the countries from the region and Europe and with countries from all over the world.

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

Depends on the specific call for proposal

Detailed information about each Call for proposals could be found on http://www.kultura.gov.rs

Contact:

Ministry of Culture

Vlajkovićeva 3, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia

http://www.kultura.gov.rs

74. Ministry of Labor and Social Policy

Program Title

Social Innovation Fund (SIF)

SIF is a program of the Ministry of Labor and Social Policy of the Republic of Serbia, which is implemented in cooperation with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP). The work of the SIF is being carried out with the support of the Government of the Republic of Serbia, the European Union through the European Agency for Reconstruction, The government of Norway and Great Britain’s Department for International Development (DfID)

Aim of the program/project

In essence, SIF is a mechanism for the reform of the system of social protection, which has been created to help the sector deal with the growing social challenges of a transitional society. SIF also contributes to the reduction of poverty and works on the development of partnership between the public sector and the nongovernmental sector. This mechanism enables quick local reforms in the sphere of social protection, provides models of good practice and strives for exchange of experience in providing services.

Call for proposals for local projects. So far, we have invested6 million EUR into development of social protection and we have supported 250 projects in local communities of Serbia. The Fund cooperates with4 local non-government organizations performing monitoring and evaluation of these projects in local communities.

Call for proposals for local self-governments. In addition, SIF has initiated activities of capacity building for local self-governments in the sphere of strategic planning of development of social protection on a local level. In two phases, the program included 81 municipality in Serbia. These municipalities developed strategies of development of social protection and during 2007 and 2008, they were invited to apply for funds for development of services, which were identified as being of high priority in the strategies of development. During 2008, 17 projects from 16 municipalities got funding and in 2009, 31 projects from 29 municipalities.

Call for proposals for Development of Treatment and Training Programs. In 2009 SIF  supported 9 projects, out of which 4 develop Treatment and Training Programs for direct work on preserving and developing capabilities, habits and life skills of children, youth and adults with developmental difficulties, and 5 projects of Treatment and Training Programs for direct work with children and young people with behavioral disorders and in conflict with the law.

Areas of Assistance

Establishment and support to the daily care centers are planned through following two segments:

1. Call for proposals for the organization that would provide consultancy support to actors in the local community in establishment and implementation of the daily care center services, in the area of management, training for structured services and institutionalization. 

2. Call for proposals for establishing and supporting daily care centers. This call is aimed at those municipalities that have no institutionalized daily care centers, that have adopted strategic plans for development or for improvement of social protection and who have, as a priority within strategic or action plan, mentioned the need to establish the services of out-of-institutionalized protection of the persons with disabilities.

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

For the first segment: domestic registered association of citizens (NGOs), university and scientific institutions, (university, institutes) companies who offer consultancy services.

For second segment: municipalities that have no institutionalized daily care centers, that have adopted strategic plans for development or for improvement of social protection and who have, as a priority within strategic or action plan, mentioned the need to establish the services of out-of-institutionalized protection of the persons with disabilities.

Application procedures and deadlines

Application deadline is 18. April  2009. Project proposals should be submitted in the Serbian language, written on PC, using the applications forms provided. Proposals written by hand or on typewriting machine, as well as those not using application forms, will not be taken into consideration. Sealed applications should be sent to: Fond za socijalne inovacije, Terazije 41/II, 11000 Beograd, with reference "Ne otvarati pre završetka konkursa".

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

For the first segment: maximum 150.000 eur.

For the second segment: maximum 40.000 eur.

Project Duration

Project can lat until end 2009.

Limitations

See Guidelines for applicants.

Specific requirements

See Guidelines for applicants.

Contact

Aleksandra Čalošević

Social Innovation Fund

11 000 Belgrade, Terazije 41, Serbia

www.sif.minrzs.gov.rs

sif@minrzs.gov.rs

+381 11/3242 - 262; +381 11/ 3241 - 463

75. Ministry of Public Administration and Local Self-Government

Program Title

Fund for allocation of a part of funds from earmarked earnings of the budget of the Republic, acquired by organizing games of chance, and used for financing local self-governments 

Aim of the program/project

Allocation of funds shall be carried out for the purpose of achieving the following aims:

1. Participation in providing the missing part of funds, fully or partially, for implementation of new or completion of initiated projects financed from the budget of the local self-government unit that are of special importance for the life of citizens in its territory.
2. Rendering assistance to the local self-government unit in implementation of the programme of rationalization or capacity building of local self-government bodies.
3. Rendering assistance to the local self-government unit that is struck by natural disaster or any other large-scale crisis.
4. Rendering technical and other assistance for the purpose of modernization of work of local self-government unit bodies.
5. Participation in providing the missing part of funds, fully or partially, for meeting requirements for the use of donor’s assistance, when the local self-government unit is not capable of providing that part of funds from its own revenue.

Areas of Assistance

The Decree on the method of allocation of a part of funds from earmarked earnings of the budget of the Republic, acquired by organizing games of chance, and used for financing local self-governments (“Official Gazette of RS”, Nos. 75/2005 and 117/2005) regulates the method and procedure of allocation of funds acquired by organizing games of chance, and used for financing local self-governments, in compliance with the Law on Games of Chance (“Official Gazette of RS”, Nos. 84/04 and 85/2005). These funds are managed by the Ministry of State Administration and Local Self-Government, in compliance with the Law.

Geographical area

Serbia

Who may apply?

Local self-governments

Application procedures and deadlines

Deadline for submitting the application based on this public call for proposals is 21 August 2008[6].

1. Criteria for establishment of proposal No. 1 for allocation of funds:

- to what extent does the project which applied for allocation of funds contribute to realization of primary activities of the local self-government unit;

- what phase is the project in, how many funds are needed for realization of the initiated project, what is the total financial value of the project, for what date is anticipated the completion of the initiated project;

- Actual contribution of the project to improvement of the living standard and living conditions of citizens in the territory of the local self-government unit.    

2. Criteria for establishment of proposal No. 2 for allocation of funds:

- number, age and qualification structure of employees in the local self-government unit bodies at the time of submission of application and in the year prior to the one in which the application was submitted;

- programme of rationalization, or capacity building of the local self-government unit bodies;

- total amount of funds needed for benefits for the redundant employees;

- Total amount of budget funds earmarked for social contributions, as well as for professional development and capacity building of employees.  

3. Criteria for establishment of proposal No. 3 for allocation of funds:

- the level of damage caused by natural disaster or any other large-scale crisis.

4. Criteria for establishment of proposal No. 4 for allocation of funds:

- the level of technical equipment, as well as the need for raising the present level of equipment of the local self-government unit bodies;

- contribution to the use of these funds for achievement of the aims of local self-government reform, their impact on the efficiency of service rendered to citizens and on performing the work they are entrusted with;

- Impact on stimulation of new investments and donations that contribute to the development of the local self-government unit.

5. Criteria for establishment of proposal No. 5 for allocation of funds:

- That all other legal and technical conditions for the use of the donor’s assistance are met.

Applications with all the necessary documents for the purpose for which it is applied and with a filled out prescribed application form referred to in Article 17 of the Decree (that may be obtained in the Ministry, 4^th floor, room 5, or by e-mail through the website of the Ministry), Decision on the budget for the year of application submission, Annual Balance Sheet from the previous year, Decision on the municipal administration and Act on internal organization and systematization shall be submitted by the local self-government units to the Ministry of State Administration and Local Self-Government - Commission for conducting the procedure and establishing the proposal for allocation of funds, Belgrade, Birčaninova 6, within 30 days following the date of publication of the call for proposals in the “Official Gazette of the Republic of Serbia”.

More information available on the website:      

http://www.drzavnauprava.gov.rs/

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Total amount of funds for achievement of aim No. 1 - RSD 50,491,000.00.

Total amount of funds for achievement of aim No. 2 - RSD 14,426,000.00

Total amount of funds for achievement of aim No. 3 - RSD 14,426,000.00

Total amount of funds for achievement of aim No. 4 - RSD 28,852,000.00

Total amount of funds for achievement of aim No. 5 - RSD 36,065,000.00

Project Duration

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Limitations

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Specific requirements

Application for allocation of funds may refer only to participation in securing funds for the use of one concrete donor’s assistance.

A local self-government unit may per one call for proposals apply for allocation of funds for the purpose of achievement of not more than two aims.

The local self-government unit to whom were allocated funds for achievement of one of the aims may not exercise the right to another allocation of funds for achievement of the same aim in that budget year.       

Contact

76. Ministry of Science and Technological Development

Program Title

Eureka

Aim of the program/project

Development of new or significantly improved products, technologies or services thought cooperation between universities, institutes, large companies and SME’s, in the framework of national as well as trans national borders. Program supports enhance of European competitiveness on the worlds market.

Areas of Assistance

All technological areas of R&D are implemented.

Geographical area

In Program 38 member-countries and as 39^th European Union participate.

Who may apply?

All types of organization may participate from all member-countries according to national schemes. In Serbia, only registered scientific/research organizations, innovation centers or R&D centers in cooperation with at least one enterprise from Serbia, may apply for public funding.

Application procedures and deadlines

Public call is open during the whole year. Decisions about the projects funding, based on the national evaluation are made 4 times per year.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Maximum annual amount per project is 50 000 Euros.

Project Duration

Program is realized thought projects up to 3 years of duration.

Limitations

Only scientific/research or innovative organizations, unscripted in the Register of the Ministry, may be users of the public fund.

Specific requirements

Contact www.eureka.be,  www.nauka.gov.rs

e-mail: snezana.omic@nauka.gov.rs 

Program Title

Eurostars

Aim of the program/project

Development of new or improved products, technologies or services thought international cooperation between SME’s with significant innovation potentials.

Areas of Assistance

All technological areas of R&D are implemented.

Geographical area

In Program, 35 member-countries participate.

Who may apply?

All types of organization may participate from all member-countries according to the national schemes. In Serbia, only registered innovative organizations, in cooperation with at least one enterprise from Serbia, may apply for public funding.

Application procedures and deadlines

Public call is open by EC, on Eurostars program Website two times per year. International experts panel evaluate projects proposals. List of endorsed projects for funding is based on experts evaluation reports. Beside the finances from national funds, endorsed projects are financed from EC budget up to 33% to national amount. Next Call-24.09.2009.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Maximum annual amount, from public fund, per project is 50 000 Euros.

Project Duration

Program is fulfilled  thought projects up to 3 years of duration.

Limitations

Only innovative organizations, unscripted in the Register of the Ministry, may be users of the public fund.

Specific requirements

Contact www.eurostars-eureka.be,  www.nauka.gov.rs

e-mail: snezana.omic@nauka.gov.rs

Program Title

NATO Science for Peace and Security (SPS)

Aim of the program/project

The aim of the SPS Program is to contribute to security, stability and solidarity among nations, by applying the best technical expertise to problem solving. Collaboration, networking and capacity-building are means used to accomplish this end. A further aim is to facilitate continued democratic growth and support economic development in NATO's Partner countries.

Areas of Assistance

All NATO priorities and additional Partner country priorities in civil research.

Geographical area

NATO, Partner and Mediterranean Dialogue countries

Who may apply?

Scientists, group of experts, scientific organizations apply for different instruments of funding.

Application procedures and deadlines

Public calls are opened on SPS Website, 2-3 times per year. SPS offers grants to scientists in NATO, Partner and Mediterranean Dialogue countries to collaborate on priority research topics. Grants are also offered to assist the academic community in Partner countries to set up computer networking infrastructure and to optimize their use of electronic communication.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Maximum amount per project is 300 000 Euros.

Project Duration

Program is realized thought projects up to 3 years of duration.

Limitations

Only cooperation between NATO and Partner countries are financed in the correlation: up to 10% for NATO and up to 90%for Partner country.

Specific requirements

Contact www.nato.int/science ,  www.nauka.gov.rs

e-mail: snezana.omic@nauka.gov.rs

Program Title

FP7- EU Seventh Framework Programme

Aim of programme/project

To establish a European Research Area - ERA  through fostering cooperation among European various scientific and research institutions from European coutnries.  The Programme is open to all legal entities (in accordance with national, international or European regulations) involved in research projects or dissemination and implementation of the results of research projects.

Areas of assistance

Development of scientific & research cooperation among all European countries in all scientific areas.

Geographical area

All countries - members of EU, affiliated countries, countries-candidates for membership, third countries and other countries listed in the http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/who_en.html#countries

Who may apply?

Programme rules for submitting proposals and the eligibility for receiving EU funding depend on the group of countries that a legal entity applying for funding belongs to (for detailed information please visit the Framework Programmes' official website,

http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/participate_en.html

Application procedures and deadlines

Different for different calls for proposals. Detailed information can be found at the official website: http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/dc/index.cfm

Project duration

FP7: 2007-2013. Calls for proposals within FP7 Programme are announced several times a year. Detailed information can be found at http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/when_en.html#calls

Limitations and specific requirements

Application rules, as well as limitations, are defined in the Calls for Proposals http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/dc/index.cfm

Contact:

Department for international cooperation and European integrations, Ministry of Science and Technological Development coordinates activities related to the EU Seventh Framework programme (FP 7 EU) through a network of national contact persons http://cordis.europa.eu/fp7/ncp_en.html, with aim to more efficiently involve our researchers in FP7. A list of all NCPs in Republic of Serbia is given at: http://cordis.europa.eu/fetch?CALLER=FP7NCP&PASSVAR%3ATITLE=FP7+NCP&QM_EN_CC_A=SERBIA&QM_EN_FNC_D=&QZ_WEBSRCH=&USR_SORT=EN_ORG_A+CHAR+ASC

National Coordinator:

Prof dr Viktor Nedović, Ministry of Science and Technological Development,

Department for international cooperation and European integrations

Phone: +38111/363 1677

77. Ministry of Youth and Sport

Program Title

Youth Sector of the Ministry of Youth and Sports 

Financing and co-financing of programmes and projects of citizens’ associations in the domain of youth policy, in compliance with the priority aims stated in the National Strategy for Youth and activities in the Action Plan for implementation of the National Strategy for Youth

Aim of the program/project

Long-term aim of the Youth Sector of the Ministry of Youth and Sports is to upgrade the position and improve life quality of youth. Vision of the Ministry is that Serbia should become a land in which young people actively take part in all spheres of social life, in the first place in creating and implementing policies for youth. This implies their active role in family life, education, employment, health care and overall social life.

By adopting the National Strategy for Youth and Action Plan for implementation of the National Strategy for Youth, the Government has proven that care for youth is one of its priorities. Young people are an exceptionally important category of population and implementers of future development and changes in the process of European integrations of our country, therefore it is necessary to pay special attention to their needs, attitudes and wishes. System care for youth constitutes an integral part of each country’s strategy, and young people should be treated as indispensable participants in the decision-making process.

General strategic aims defined by the National Strategy for Youth comprise:

· Encouraging young people to take active part in the society;

· Developing cooperation between young people and providing conditions for decision making through a sustainable institutional framework, based on the needs of young people and in partnership with young people;

· Building an information system for youth at all levels and in all spheres;

· Providing effectuation of right to equal opportunities to all young people in the society, and particularly to the ones living under difficult conditions;

· Encouraging and valuing extraordinary presentations and achievements of young people in different fields;

· Improving opportunities for youth to spend quality leisure time;

· Developing an open, effective, efficient and equitable system of formal and informal education accessible to all young people and in compliance with the world education trends and education context in the Republic of Serbia;

· Encouraging and stimulating all forms of youth employment, self-employment and entrepreneurship;

· Improving youth security;

· Preserving and improving youth health, reducing risks and main health disorders and developing health protection adjusted to young people;

· Empowering youth for initiatives and activities in conformity with the main aims of the sustainable development and healthy environment.    

Areas of Assistance

The Programme on allocation and use of funds for programmes and projects in the domain of youth policy in 2009, in the scope of the sphere of Subsidies to nongovernmental organizations, anticipated the funds to be allocated on the basis of competitions for projects and programmes that provide for:

1. Inclusion of citizens’ associations into the process of implementation of the Strategy through implementation of projects oriented towards realization of the Strategy aims and activities planned by the Action Plan;
2. Building capacities of youth associations through implementation of autonomous projects in the sphere of youth policy and preparatory training, and support to implementation of their projects;
3. Realization of international cooperation and programmes and projects of youth associations;
4. Administrative-professional support in implementation of the Strategy aims and activities planned by the Action Plan;
5. Administrative-technical support in implementation of competitions for programmes and projects orientated towards realization of the Strategy aims and activities planned by the Action Plan.

You may download the National Strategy for Youth and Action Plan for implementation of the National Strategy for Youth from:     

http://www.mos.gov.rs/modules.php?op=modload&name=Downloads&file=index&req=viewsdownload&sid=10.

Geographical area

Republic of Serbia

Who may apply?

The right to apply have all registered citizens’ associations (youth associations with a minimum of two thirds of members younger than 30 years of age, as well as associations dealing with youth and having experience in work with youth), in the territory of the Republic of Serbia. 

Application procedures and deadlines

Guidelines with criteria defined in detail for project proposal submitters, application procedures and methods of evaluation and selection of projects, as well as application forms  prescribed by the Ministry of Youth and Sports, will be published at the official presentation of the Ministry of Youth and Sports:   http://www.mos.gov.rs/

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

Total pecuniary fund for financing and co-financing programmes and projects of citizens’ associations in the domain of youth policy for 2009 for subsidies to nongovernmental organizations amounts to Dinars 200,000,000.

Project Duration

Limitations

The following types of activities will not be supported:

· Individual sponsorship for participation in international gatherings as the main activity of the project;

· Individual scholarships for studies or for trainings;

· Purchase of vehicles;

· Retroactive financing of ongoing projects or the ones whose implementation is terminated.   

Specific requirements

Funds are approved exclusively for projects in the domain of youth policy. 

Contact

Ministry of Youth and Sports

Youth Sector 

Bulevar Mihaila Pupina 2, 11070 New Belgrade

Е-mail: omladina@mos.gov.rs

Web site:  www.mos.gov.rs

Program Title

Building capacity of youth associations

Competition for building capacity of youth associations by implementing autonomous projects in the domain of youth policy and preparatory training and support to implementation of their projects.

Aim of the program/project

Long-term aim of the Ministry of Youth and Sports is to improve the position and life quality of young people through their active participation in all spheres of social life, primarily in creating and implementing youth policies.

The Government of the Republic of Serbia adopted the National Youth Strategy on 9 May 2008, and the Action Plan for the Strategy implementation on 22 January 2009.

An exceptionally important process in implementation of the Strategy and Action Plan is creation and empowerment of the network for youth policy implementation. The Ministry of Youth and Sports considers the civil sector as one of its most important partners in implementation of the Strategy aims. Besides experienced citizens’ associations, it is also necessary to include into the process youth associations that have only started their activities. Therefore the Ministry strives to develop their capacities for project writing and to assist them in developing project ideas oriented towards implementation of the Strategy and Action Plan.

Areas of Assistance

The Ministry of Youth and Sports, based on the “Decree on establishing the Programme of allocation and use of funds for programs and projects in the youth policy domain in 2009” (“Official Gazette of the Republic of Serbia” No. 17/09 as of 13.03.2009) shall announce the competition for capacity building of youth associations through implementation of autonomous projects in the domain of youth policy and preparatory training and support for project implementation.

The process of selection of organizations, i.e. their projects, will be carried out in a few steps: (1) all organizations whose projects ideas are selected in this competition will be invited to take part in trainings related to the field of project preparation (writing) and project cycle management;
(2) one of the results of the training will be that all organizations will develop their project ideas into project proposals;
(3) out of the prepared projects, the Commission of the Ministry of Youth and Sports will select the ones to be financed.

You may download the National Youth Strategy and Action Plan for implementation of the National Youth Strategy from: http://www.mos.gov.rs/modules.php?op=modload&name;=Downloads&file;=index&req;=viewsdownload&sid;=10.

Geographical area

Republic of Serbia

Who may apply?

Youth associations registered in the territory of the Republic of Serbia may apply.

Applicants must also meet the following criteria:

(1) not to have enough experience in project implementation or not to have enough capacities for autonomous project implementation
(2) that a minimum of members is younger than 30 years of age.

Organizations that meet the above mentioned criteria may apply with their project ideas oriented towards achievement of the Strategy aims and activities anticipated by the Action Plan.

Application procedures and deadlines

Guidelines with specified criteria for project proposal applicants, application procedures and methods of evaluation and selection of projects, as well as set application forms defined by the Ministry of Youth and Sports are published in the official presentation of the Ministry of Youth and Sports: http://www.mos.gov.rs/

Deadline for applications is 17. April 2009. As timely submission will be treated the application sent by registered mail and bearing the stamp of the post dated not later than the above mentioned deadline, regardless of its arrival to the destination.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

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Project Duration

The minimum anticipated project duration is 1 month and maximum 3 months.

Limitations

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Specific requirements

Funds will be approved exclusively for project ideas related to the youth policy domain.

Contact

Ministry of Youth and Sports
Youth Sector
Bulevar Mihaila Pupina 2, 11070 New Belgrade, Serbia
e-mail: omladina@mos.gov.rs
Web site: www.mos.gov.rs

Program Title

Competition for administrative and professional support in implementation of aims of the National Youth Strategy and activities anticipated by the Action Plan

Aim of the program/project

The Government of the Republic of Serbia adopted the National Youth Strategy on 9 May 2008, and the Action Plan for implementation of the Strategy on 22 January 2009. The passing of the “Decree on establishing the Programme of allocation and use of funds for programs and projects in the youth policy domain in 2009” (“Official Gazette of the Republic of Serbia” No. 17/09 as of 13.03.2009) secured conditions for establishment of full cooperation with citizens’ associations, for their active participation on equal terms in the process of implementation of the Strategy and Action Plan.

The Action Plan was designed in compliance with the vision, principles and general strategic aims of the Strategy. In the scope of each general aim were defined specific aims oriented towards achievement of the general aim. In this Action Plan were defined activities for implementation of each specific aim, which directly contribute to achievement of each and every specific aim, and indirectly, i.e. through specific aims, contribute to the achievement of the general aim. The majority of planned activities in this Action Plan surpasses the six-year timeframe planned for the Action Plan; they are long-term or even continuous. Also, a large number of activities are start-up activities that should develop into a system or a continuous process.

The envisaged building of institutional framework provides capacities at the Republic and local levels for implementation process monitoring, coordination and management. However, due to interdepartmental character of the Strategy, as well as complexity of the Action Plan implementation process itself, it is necessary to secure cooperation of all partners, coordination and flow of information regarding implementation of the Action Plan activities.

Areas of Assistance

For implementation of the competition, the Ministry of Youth and Sports will engage one citizens’ association that will be included in organizing and in rendering technical and professional assistance for implementation of the Strategy aims and activities planned by the Action Plan. It is expected from the citizens’ association that is selected in this competition to form a project team with full-time engagement, which will carry out its project activities in the premises allocated for the purpose by the Ministry of Youth and Sports.

The task of this citizens’ association shall be to render administrative and professional support to the Ministry of Youth and Sports in implementation of aims of the National Youth Strategy and in activities anticipated by the Action Plan by:

• rendering administrative and technical support to the Ministry of Youth and Sports in daily work related to implementation of Strategy aims and activities anticipated by the Action Plan (organizing meetings, including preparation of all the necessary materials, providing equipment and conditions for arrival of participants from different parts of Serbia, as well as all other conditions for the meeting, including preparation of reports on meetings of the Advisory Body, Working Group for Action Plan implementation and other formal and informal groups that give their contribution to the Action Plan implementation
• administrative and professional assistance in preparing legal regulations related to the youth policy domain
• providing experts in different fields for the purpose of consultations on narrowly professional and other issues with reference to youth
• providing information on different issues referring youth and their distribution to participants in the process of Action Plan implementation
• giving support to the Youth Sector in drawing up a system for monitoring and evaluation of the Action Plan implementation process
• giving support to the Ministry of Youth and Sports in establishing and developing career guidance and counseling for young talents

Geographical area

Republic of Serbia

Who may apply?

Youth associations registered in the territory of the Republic of Serbia may apply. Priority will be given to the citizens’ association which: can demonstrate capacities for project and program management through adequate references; has appropriate capacities for coordination of activities between the public, profit and nongovernmental sectors; has experience in building partnership relations with the public, profit and nongovernmental sectors; is acquainted with problems and needs of young people and has experience in working with young people; is highly successful in implementation of the planned project activities if it has already received funds from the Ministry of Youth and Sports.

Application procedures and deadlines

Guidelines with specified criteria for project proposal applicants, application procedures and methods of evaluation and selection of projects, as well as set application forms defined by the Ministry of Youth and Sports are published in the official presentation of the Ministry of Youth and Sports: http://www.mos.gov.rs/

Deadline for applications is 10. April 2009. As timely submission will be treated the application sent by registered mail and bearing the stamp of the post dated not later than the above mentioned deadline, regardless of its arrival to the Ministry of Youth and Sports.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

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Project Duration

The anticipated project duration is 10 months.

Limitations

The following types of expenses will not be supported:

• debts and covering of loss or debts;
• maturing passive interests;
• items already financed by other projects;
• purchase of land or buildings or renovation of premises, unless it is necessary for direct implementation of the project;
• expenses for purchase of equipment.

Specific requirements

Funds will be approved exclusively for project ideas related to the youth policy domain.

Contact

Ministry of Youth and Sports
Youth Sector
Bulevar Mihaila Pupina 2, 11070 New Belgrade, Serbia
e-mail: omladina@mos.gov.rs
Web site: www.mos.gov.rs

Program Title

Competition for administrative and technical support in implementation of competitions for programs and projects

Competition for administrative and technical support in implementation of competitions for programs and projects oriented towards achievement of the National Youth Strategy and activities anticipated by the Action Plan.

Aim of the program/project

The Government of the Republic of Serbia adopted the National Youth Strategy on 9 May 2008, and the Action Plan for implementation of the Strategy on 22 January 2009. The passing of the “Decree on establishing the Programme of allocation and use of funds for programs and projects in the youth policy domain in 2009” (“Official Gazette of the Republic of Serbia” No. 17/09 as of 13.03.2009) secured conditions for establishment of full cooperation with citizens’ associations, for their active participation on equal terms in the process of implementation of the Strategy and Action Plan.

Besides that was also planned support to implementation of programs and projects resulting from the established competition mechanism for support to youth associations and associations dealing with youth, to implementation of youth policy and realization of the National Youth Strategy.

Areas of Assistance

For implementation of the competition the Ministry of Youth and Sports will engage one citizens’ association that will render technical and administrative assistance in realization and implementation of the competition, and will give support in preparation of all necessary documents and procedures. This NGO will render administrative and technical assistance in the process of project evaluation and it will supervise and monitor implementation of projects approved in competitions.

It is expected from the citizens’ association selected in this competition to form a project team with full-time engagement, which will carry out the project activities in premises allocated for the purpose by the Ministry of Youth and Sports.

Tasks of this citizens’ association shall be to render administrative and technical support to the Ministry of Youth and Sports in implementation of the following competitions:

1. Inclusion of citizens’ associations into the process of Strategy implementation through implementation of projects oriented towards implementation of Strategy aims and activities anticipated by the Action Plan;
2. Realization of international cooperation and programs and projects of youth associations.

Concrete obligations of this NGO in the scope of the administrative and technical support to implementation of the above mentioned competitions shall include:

1. Participation in coordination of the competition implementation;
2. Assistance to the competition Commission in administering and classifying the submitted projects;
3. Providing conditions for project evaluation, including engagement of administrative and technical and financial evaluators;
4. Preparation of draft report with tables on the submitted and evaluated projects;
5. Giving technical and administrative support in the process of negotiation and payment of donations (approved monetary assets);
6. Preparation of procedures for project implementation and organization of training(s) for project implementation;
7. Support to organizations whose projects are approved for financing in the course of implementation activities;
8. Submission of regular, as well as final, reports to the Ministry of Youth and Sports on the development of realization and implementation of projects approved in the competition.

Geographical area

Republic of Serbia

Who may apply?

Citizens’ associations registered in the territory of the Republic of Serbia may apply. Priority will be given to the citizens’ association which: can demonstrate capacities for project and program management through adequate references; has experience in preparing bidding documents for project preparation, experience in monitoring project implementation in the domain of youth policy, experience in NGO projects evaluation, experience in monitoring of implementation of approved projects; has appropriate capacities for organization, preparation and implementation of competitions and education, has experience in building partnership relations with the public, profit and nongovernmental sectors; is highly successful in implementation of the planned project activities if it has already received funds from the Ministry of Youth and Sports.

Application procedures and deadlines

Guidelines with specified criteria for project proposal applicants, application procedures and methods of evaluation and selection of projects, as well as set application forms defined by the Ministry of Youth and Sports are published in the official presentation of the Ministry of Youth and Sports: http://www.mos.gov.rs/

Deadline for applications is 10. April 2009. As timely submission will be treated the application sent by registered mail and bearing the stamp of the post dated not later than the above mentioned deadline, regardless of its arrival to the Ministry of Youth and Sports.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

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Project Duration

The anticipated project duration is 12 months.

Limitations

The following types of expenses will not be supported:

• debts and covering of loss or debts;
• maturing passive interests;
• items already financed by other projects;
• purchase of land or buildings or renovation of premises, unless it is necessary for direct implementation of the project;
• expenses for purchase of equipment.

Specific requirements

Funds will be approved exclusively for project ideas related to the youth policy domain.

Contact

Ministry of Youth and Sports
Youth Sector
Bulevar Mihaila Pupina 2, 11070 New Belgrade, Serbia
e-mail: omladina@mos.gov.rs
Web site: www.mos.gov.rs

Program Title

Competition for implementation of international cooperation and youth associations’ programs and projects

Aim of the program/project

The Government has shown that care for youth is one of its priorities by making the decision to authorize the Ministry of Youth and Sports to start preparing the National Youth Strategy. Young people belong to an exceptionally important category of population and to future bearers of the development and changes in the process of European integrations of our country, therefore it is necessary to pay significant attention to their needs, attitudes and wishes. Systematic care for youth is an integral strategy of every country, and young people in any way should take the indispensable place in the decision-making processes.

The Government of the Republic of Serbia adopted the National Youth Strategy on 9 May 2008, and the Action Plan for the Strategy implementation on 22 January 2009.

On the path to achievement of the NYS vision, international cooperation in the domain of youth policy is exceptionally important. Through different forms of international cooperation, we assist young people in Serbia to actively cooperate and exchange knowledge and ideas with their peers from the region, Europe, the world.

For the purpose of establishment and further improvement of international cooperation in the domain of youth policy, central tasks in the course of 2008 were cooperation with European institutions, bilateral cooperation with countries in the region and broader, as well as participation in the work of different international bodies in charge of youth issues. Cooperation with the Council of Europe encompassed continuation of the campaign “All Different, All Equal” in 2008, nomination of representatives for relevant youth bodies, participation in different gatherings and events (e.g. the Eighth Conference of Ministers in Charge of Youth), as well as active participation in preparing the document Agenda 2020. Also, the Ministry of Youth and Sports gave voluntary contribution to reconstruction of the European Youth Centre in Strasbourg, and in early 2009 it joined the Partial Agreement Centre-North-South. In cooperation with the European Commission Partnership and the Council of Europe, as well as the SALTO resource youth centre, in September 2008 was organized the seminar “Development of Youth Policy in Southeast Europe”.

Areas of Assistance

The passing of the “Decree on establishing the Programme of allocation and use of funds for programs and projects in the youth policy domain in 2009” (“Official Gazette of the Republic of Serbia” No. 17/09 as of 13.03.2009) secured conditions for intensifying international cooperation in the scope of both programs and projects of youth associations.

Priorities in the domain of international cooperation for 2009 include: intensifying communication with the European Commission and the Council of Europe; organizing different study visits; work on implementation of the Agenda 2020 at the national level; work on forming a National Youth Agency; preparing a portal that will contain integrated information on all activities taking place on international level that are important for young people.

Geographical area

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Who may apply?

In order to be eligible for application for the competition funds, applicants must meet the following criteria:

(1) to be registered youth associations or citizens’ associations addressing youth problems;
(2) that up to now they have implemented projects addressing youth problems or that their organization is an authentic youth association;
(3) that their registered office is in the Republic of Serbia;
(4) that they are directly responsible for project preparation and implementation, and not acting in the capacity of mediators;
(5) to submit the original invitation letter or a certified copy of the invitation letter and the programme with activities defined in detail if it refers to participation in international cooperation with referring international institutions and organizations.

Advantage will have organizations that: take part in international cooperation with international institutions and organizations on the basis of an original invitation letter and program with activities defined in detail; have clearly stated quality and importance of the proposed youth project or program; can demonstrate capacities for participation in the above mentioned cooperation or for managing the above mentioned projects or programs; have been highly successful in implementation of the anticipated project activities, if they have already received any funds from the Ministry.

Application procedures and deadlines

Guidelines with specified criteria for project proposal applicants, application procedures and methods of evaluation and selection of projects, as well as set application forms defined by the Ministry of Youth and Sports are published in the official presentation of the Ministry of Youth and Sports: http://www.mos.gov.rs/

Projects may be submitted every working day following the day of the competition announcement, and deadline for submission of projects is 30 September 2009. As timely submission will be treated the application sent by registered mail and bearing the stamp of the post dated not later than the above mentioned deadline, regardless of its arrival to the Ministry of Youth and Sports.

Minimum-maximum amount for funding

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Project Duration

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