2023 Local Grants Program - Annual Program Statement

The U.S. Embassy Ulaanbaatar Public Affairs Section is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Local Grants Program. This program supports the development of Mongolian civil society by competitively awarding small grants to local non-profit, non-governmental organizations and associations. The program has several priority areas, including support for participatory democratic institutions, trade and economic ties, media, good governance, human rights, and the rule of law, as well as conservation of natural resources and improving air and water quality. • The program aims to increase the capacity of civil society organizations in Mongolia to respond to the country's social needs and increase citizen participation in governance. • The program will award grants ranging from $10,000 to $15,000. • The program is open to Mongolian non-profit organizations, non-governmental organizations, and public institutions. • Cost sharing or matching is not required but is preferred. • Applicants must have a valid registration on www.SAM.gov to be eligible for funding.