The Alumni Small Grants program supports alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs in and promoting ideas, implementing best practices, and sharing the experiences gained during their U.S. exchange program. Grants support a wide range of programs, including professional and community development, with the ultimate goal of increasing mutual understanding between U.S. and Moldovan citizens.

Program Objectives

Projects submitted for funding should address a tangible need in a community and have measurable outcomes. Extra consideration will be given to projects where alumni from the diaspora will implement a project in Moldova and address the current needs of their home communities.

They are particularly interested in proposals that advance one or more of the following priorities:

• Democracy Promotion
• Judicial Reform
• Combating Corruption
• Energy Security / Diversification of Energy Supply
• Building Connections across the Nistru River
• Developing Moldova’s Economy

Funding Information

• Alumni small grants generally range from $5,000-$25,000.
• Expected number of awards: 5-10

Eligibility Criteria

• Eligibility is limited to Moldovan non-profit organizations where at least two alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs, who are citizens or residents of the Republic of Moldova, play a leading role in project implementation. Extra consideration will be given to projects implemented in partnership with alumni from the diaspora oriented to develop Moldovan communities. Applications with only one alumna/us in the team will be disqualified.
• Organizations without Moldovan registration can apply only as partners through an eligible organization.

For more information, visit Grants.gov.