The Small Grants Program supports projects that advance U.S. policy priorities in multilateral organizations. Funded activities include academic lectures, cultural programs, professional exchanges, workshops, and public awareness campaigns. Priority areas include human rights, freedom of religion, peace and security, public-private partnerships, and promoting transparency in the UN system. Projects must include a U.S. element and comply with relevant regulations.
Eligible applicants include individuals and non-profit organizations such as think tanks, civil society groups, educational and governmental institutions based in Geneva or abroad. For-profit entities are not eligible. Projects must comply with U.S. Federal and Public Diplomacy regulations.