PDS Internal forms.zip

This document is a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for a federal grant from the U.S. Department of State, U.S. Embassy Belgrade, to establish a network of researchers, analysts, business leaders, and/or journalists in the Western Balkans who promote responsible trade, foreign direct investment, and engagement with Euro-Atlantic commercial and analytical partners.

The grant opportunity has a total available funding of $500,000, with a single award anticipated. Eligible applicants are not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks, business associations, universities, and civil society/non-governmental organizations, from the six Western Balkan countries or the United States. The performance period is up to 36 months, with a start date between October 1, 2024 and September 30, 2025. Cost sharing is allowed but not required. The funding source is FY23/24 AEECA Funds under the Foreign Assistance Act. The application deadline is August 28, 2024, and final funding decisions are anticipated by September 13, 2024.