The US Embassy in Moscow decided to issue grants worth hundreds of thousands of dollars to the Russians: who can claim the money - ForumDaily
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The US Embassy in Moscow decided to issue grants worth hundreds of thousands of dollars to the Russians: who can claim the money

Despite all the sanctions against Russia, the US Embassy in the Russian Federation unexpectedly announced the start of accepting applications for grants to finance projects. This is mentioned on embassy website.

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The purpose of these grants, according to the embassy, ​​is to "strengthen the bond and understanding between Americans and Russians through a concrete demonstration of the cooperation of our peoples."

All grant applications must contain an element of American history, culture, or shared values. Bids must support priority areas:

  • Media and Information (projects promoting a better understanding of press freedom, good journalism practice, increased access to information and media literacy among Russians);
  • getting to know the USA (projects that contribute to a better understanding of American values: democracy, freedom of expression and an open society, as well as proposals that improve understanding of various cultures and groups);
  • diversity, inclusion and empowerment of people with disabilities (projects supporting women and minority rights, as well as programs to provide skills and special resources for people with disabilities);
  • entrepreneurship and innovation (projects that contribute to a better understanding of entrepreneurship, American business, the working environment and legal values, as well as improving the entrepreneurial skills of Russians);
  • one planet (projects that promote improvement, innovation, progress and collaboration in local and regional health, technology, environment and energy);
  • English (projects supporting innovative, interactive English language teaching and learning).

The amount of each grant is $25–$000. The total amount of grants is not announced, it all depends on the availability of funding.

Citizens of Russia and the United States, non-profit organizations, schools and universities that are able to develop and implement the program can apply for funding. Financing can be received by both Americans and Russians.

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Applications are accepted until July 15, 2022.

Sample grant application forms and budget descriptions can be found at link.

A more detailed description and answers to possible questions are available on the website. US Embassies in Russia.

All applications and supporting materials should be submitted by email to [email protected].

Announcement of results and disbursement of funds will begin before the end of fiscal year 2022 (September 30).

When an embassy official signs a grant, it means that the embassy guarantees the payment of the amount specified in the grant until the completion of the project and subject to proper reporting. When you sign a grant, it means that you have formally agreed to implement the project and can begin work on its implementation, as well as bear the costs included in the approved budget. Funds will be transferred at the request of an organization or individual. They are not automatically translated.

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It is believed that most organizations have funds at their disposal in their own accounts and can use them at the beginning of the project until the first tranche is received. After the start of the project, you can submit a request for funds to finance the approved budget items in an amount not exceeding 80% of the total project cost. After completion of the project, submission and approval of reports, a request for the transfer of the remaining 20% ​​of funds will need to be sent.

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