Opportunity Information: Apply for PAS ZAGREB FY17 ALUMNI 001
The Alumni Grants Program 2017 is a discretionary grant opportunity offered by the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy in Zagreb to support small, practical projects in Croatia led by people with U.S. educational or exchange experience. The call is aimed at alumni of U.S. Government-sponsored exchange programs, as well as Croatian citizens who studied at U.S. high schools or universities. The overall purpose is to help alumni apply skills and knowledge gained in the United States in ways that benefit Croatia, while also encouraging U.S.-Croatia professional and scientific exchange. Funding is intended for activities such as workshops, seminars, small-scale initiatives, and, when relevant, bringing a U.S. expert to Croatia to contribute to an educational event.
Awards are made to individual alumni, even when a team of alumni works together. In group efforts, one person must be named as the project leader and remains fully responsible for delivery, communication with the Embassy, and all required reporting. Although the grant funds are typically paid through a Croatian non-profit, non-governmental organization or institution (often an NGO, school, university, or the grantee's employer) that is registered in Croatia, the Embassy treats the individual alumnus or alumna listed as project leader as the accountable party. Grantees should be prepared to manage the administrative side of the project, including narrative reporting on results and timely financial reporting.
Grant amounts are expected to range from USD 3,000 to USD 10,000, with an award ceiling of USD 10,000. The Embassy emphasizes strong project design and practical impact, and it indicates a preference for proposals that clearly explain the benefit to Croatia, demonstrate opportunities for U.S.-Croatia exchange, include cost-sharing from other sources, and lay out a credible plan for follow-up activities and broader knowledge transfer beyond the immediate participants. A clearly written, detailed budget is a major factor in review, and the Embassy notes it may choose to provide partial funding or attach conditions requiring changes to the project plan.
For 2017, the Embassy identifies specific priority themes and signals that proposals aligned with one or more of these areas will receive preference. The themes are entrepreneurship promotion or education, women's empowerment, anti-corruption education, youth empowerment, media literacy, and civic responsibility. Applicants are expected to connect their goals and activities to these themes and explain why the project matters for the alumni community and the broader Croatian context.
There are also firm restrictions on what the program will and will not fund. Activities must take place in Croatia, and the grant is generally not meant for individual travel to conferences or consultations outside Croatia except in rare, well-justified cases. The program will not support project activities conducted outside Croatia, laboratory research, or the purchase of equipment such as laptops, tablets, cameras, and similar items. In addition, Embassy grant funds cannot be used for religious organizations or religious activities, political activity, humanitarian or charitable activities, trade activities, fundraising campaigns, or commercial projects.
The financial and budgeting rules are specific. Budgets must be prepared in U.S. dollars, and the committee will not review proposals that submit budgets in Croatian kuna. The Embassy strongly encourages cost-sharing and asks applicants to clearly separate which costs are requested from the Embassy versus which costs will be covered by partners or other funding sources. Budget line items must be broken down in detail rather than presented as lump sums, for example specifying the number of nights, the nightly rate, and the number of participants or speakers covered, rather than listing a single total for accommodation.
The application must be written in English and include several required components. These include background information about the applicant, and for organizations, the SF-424 application form. The proposal should contain a one-paragraph overview of the project and its goals, plus a more detailed description of activities and timeline, including follow-up activities, a description of the target audience, and an explanation of how the project supports the annual themes and why it matters to the alumni community. The detailed program description should be specific and clear but should not exceed two pages. Applicants must also include a detailed budget in U.S. dollars (not exceeding USD 10,000), proposed dates and venues, a description of cost-sharing, CVs for the project leader and any U.S. guests (if applicable), letters of support from partners or hosts, and a list of any previous U.S. Government grants received.
A key compliance requirement is that, to receive an award, recipients need a DUNS number and an active SAM.gov registration, and applicants are advised to start that process immediately because it can take time. Proposals were due by February 6, 2017, and had to be submitted by email to zagrebalumnigrants@state.gov; late submissions were not accepted. Applicants were expected to receive an auto-reply confirming receipt, and if no confirmation arrived within one day, they were instructed to follow up. Proposals were reviewed by a committee, with decisions planned by March 10 and results communicated by email. The Embassy also cautioned that disbursing funds can take weeks, so applicants should not plan projects that require Embassy funding before May 2017.
Finally, the grant is administered by the U.S. Embassy Zagreb Public Affairs Section, and every awardee must submit both narrative and financial reports on time. Questions about the opportunity were directed to Ms. Vanja Ratkovic at ratkovicv@state.gov. The funding opportunity is identified as PAS ZAGREB FY17 ALUMNI 001, categorized as a grant under CFDA 19.040, with eligible applicants described broadly as others, specifically the targeted alumni and Croatian citizens with U.S. study experience.Apply for PAS ZAGREB FY17 ALUMNI 001
- The RECORD ONLY in the other sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Alumni Grants Program 2017" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.040.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2017-01-03.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2017-02-06. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $10,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others.
[Watch] Creating a grant proposal using the step-by-step wizard inside the applicant portal:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - Alumni Grants Program 2017 (U.S. Embassy Zagreb)
1. What is the Alumni Grants Program 2017?
The Alumni Grants Program 2017 is a discretionary grant opportunity offered by the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy in Zagreb. It supports small, practical projects in Croatia led by people with U.S. educational or exchange experience, with the goal of applying U.S.-gained skills and knowledge to benefit Croatia while encouraging U.S.-Croatia professional and scientific exchange.
2. Who is offering and administering this grant?
The program is offered and administered by the Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Zagreb.
3. What is the funding opportunity ID and CFDA number?
The funding opportunity is identified as PAS ZAGREB FY17 ALUMNI 001 and is categorized under CFDA 19.040.
4. Who is eligible to apply?
The call is aimed at alumni of U.S. Government-sponsored exchange programs, as well as Croatian citizens who studied at U.S. high schools or universities.
5. Do projects have to take place in Croatia?
Yes. Activities must take place in Croatia. The program also notes that it generally is not meant to fund individual travel to conferences or consultations outside Croatia, except in rare, well-justified cases.
6. What types of projects and activities can be funded?
Funding is intended for small, practical activities such as workshops, seminars, and small-scale initiatives. When relevant, proposals may include bringing a U.S. expert to Croatia to contribute to an educational event.
7. What are the priority themes for 2017?
For 2017, proposals aligned with one or more of the following priority themes receive preference:
- Entrepreneurship promotion or education
- Women's empowerment
- Anti-corruption education
- Youth empowerment
- Media literacy
- Civic responsibility
8. How should applicants address the priority themes in the proposal?
Applicants are expected to connect their goals and activities to the annual themes and explain why the project matters both to the alumni community and within the broader Croatian context.
9. What is the expected grant amount and maximum award?
Grant amounts are expected to range from USD 3,000 to USD 10,000, with an award ceiling of USD 10,000.
10. Who receives the award if multiple alumni work together?
Awards are made to an individual alumnus/alumna, even when a team of alumni works together. For group efforts, one person must be named as the project leader and remains fully responsible for delivery, communication with the Embassy, and all required reporting.
11. Can funds be paid through an organization instead of directly to an individual?
Yes. Grant funds are typically paid through a Croatian non-profit, non-governmental organization or institution registered in Croatia (often an NGO, school, university, or the grantee's employer). However, the Embassy treats the individual project leader as the accountable party.
12. What administrative and reporting responsibilities do grantees have?
Grantees should be prepared to manage the administrative side of the project, including narrative reporting on results and timely financial reporting. Every awardee must submit both narrative and financial reports on time.
13. What selection factors does the Embassy emphasize?
The Embassy emphasizes strong project design and practical impact. It indicates a preference for proposals that:
- Clearly explain the benefit to Croatia
- Demonstrate opportunities for U.S.-Croatia exchange
- Include cost-sharing from other sources
- Provide a credible plan for follow-up activities and broader knowledge transfer beyond immediate participants
- Include a clearly written, detailed budget
14. Can the Embassy provide partial funding or require changes to the plan?
Yes. The Embassy may choose to provide partial funding or attach conditions that require changes to the project plan.
15. What costs or activities are not allowed under this grant?
The program lists firm restrictions. It will not support:
- Project activities conducted outside Croatia
- Laboratory research
- Purchase of equipment such as laptops, tablets, cameras, and similar items
- Religious organizations or religious activities
- Political activity
- Humanitarian or charitable activities
- Trade activities
- Fundraising campaigns
- Commercial projects
16. Is the grant intended to fund individual travel outside Croatia?
No, not generally. The grant is generally not meant for individual travel to conferences or consultations outside Croatia, except in rare, well-justified cases.
17. In what currency must the budget be prepared?
Budgets must be prepared in U.S. dollars (USD). The review committee will not review proposals that submit budgets in Croatian kuna.
18. Does the program encourage cost-sharing?
Yes. The Embassy strongly encourages cost-sharing. Applicants should clearly separate which costs are requested from the Embassy versus which costs will be covered by partners or other funding sources.
19. How detailed does the budget need to be?
Budget line items must be broken down in detail rather than presented as lump sums. For example, applicants should specify the number of nights, nightly rate, and the number of participants or speakers covered, instead of listing a single total for accommodation.
20. What language must the application be written in?
The application must be written in English.
21. What are the required components of the application package?
The application must include several required components, including:
- Background information about the applicant
- For organizations, the SF-424 application form
- A one-paragraph project overview and goals
- A detailed description of activities and timeline (including follow-up activities)
- A description of the target audience
- An explanation of how the project supports the annual themes and why it matters to the alumni community
- A detailed budget in USD (not exceeding USD 10,000)
- Proposed dates and venues
- A description of cost-sharing
- CVs for the project leader and any U.S. guests (if applicable)
- Letters of support from partners or hosts
- A list of any previous U.S. Government grants received
22. Is there a page limit for the narrative program description?
Yes. The detailed program description should be specific and clear but should not exceed two pages.
23. Are letters of support required?
Yes. Applicants must include letters of support from partners or hosts.
24. Are CVs required, and whose CVs should be included?
Yes. Applicants must include CVs for the project leader and for any U.S. guests, if applicable.
25. Do applicants need to disclose prior U.S. Government grant support?
Yes. Applicants must include a list of any previous U.S. Government grants received.
26. Are DUNS and SAM.gov registration required?
Yes. To receive an award, recipients need a DUNS number and an active SAM.gov registration. Applicants are advised to start that process immediately because it can take time.
27. When was the application deadline, and were late submissions accepted?
Proposals were due by February 6, 2017. Late submissions were not accepted.
28. How and where were proposals submitted?
Proposals had to be submitted by email to zagrebalumnigrants@state.gov.
29. Will applicants receive confirmation that the Embassy received the proposal?
Yes. Applicants were expected to receive an auto-reply confirming receipt. If no confirmation arrived within one day, applicants were instructed to follow up.
30. How were proposals reviewed, and when were decisions expected?
Proposals were reviewed by a committee, with decisions planned by March 10. Results were to be communicated by email.
31. When should project activities begin, given disbursement timing?
The Embassy cautioned that disbursing funds can take weeks, so applicants should not plan projects that require Embassy funding before May 2017.
32. Who can be contacted with questions about the opportunity?
Questions were directed to Ms. Vanja Ratkovic at ratkovicv@state.gov.
Browse more opportunities from the same category: Other
Next opportunity: PM/WRA Unsolicited Concept Notes - Spring 2017
Previous opportunity: BRAIN Initiative: Team-Research BRAIN Circuit Programs - TeamBCP (U19)
Applicant Portal:
Are you interested in learning about about how to apply for this government funding opportunity? You can create a free applicant account and receive instant access to our applicant portal that many business owners like you have benefited from.
Apply for PAS ZAGREB FY17 ALUMNI 001
Applicants also applied for:
Applicants who have applied for this opportunity (PAS ZAGREB FY17 ALUMNI 001) also looked into and applied for these:
| Funding Opportunity |
|---|
| FY 2017 Notice of Funding Opportunity for NGO programs benefiting refugees and other vulnerable populations in Egypt Apply for PRM PRMOAPAF 17 001 Funding Number: PRM PRMOAPAF 17 001 Agency: Bureau of Population Refugees and Migration Category: Other Funding Amount: $600,000 |
| USAID: DIASPORA PARTNERSHIPS Apply for APS OAA 16 000001 ADDENDUMDIASPORA Funding Number: APS OAA 16 000001 ADDENDUMDIASPORA Agency: Agency for International Development Category: Other Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| FY 2017 Request for Concept Notes for NGO Programs Benefiting Refugees and Other Vulnerable Populations in Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, and Turkey Apply for PRM PRMOAPNE 17 004 Funding Number: PRM PRMOAPNE 17 004 Agency: Bureau of Population Refugees and Migration Category: Other Funding Amount: $4,000,000 |
| FY 2017 Notice of Funding Opportunity for NGO programs benefiting Refugees and Other Vulnerable Populations in Afghanistan and Pakistan Apply for PRM PRMOAPNE 17 005 Funding Number: PRM PRMOAPNE 17 005 Agency: Bureau of Population Refugees and Migration Category: Other Funding Amount: $1,500,000 |
| Cancellation of FY 2017 Request for PRM Humanitarian Research Concept Notes Apply for PRM PRMOAPGL 17 001 Funding Number: PRM PRMOAPGL 17 001 Agency: Bureau of Population Refugees and Migration Category: Other Funding Amount: $300,000 |
| This call for proposals will focus on restoring confidence in Moldova’s European trajectory by strengthening institutions and civic participation in tackling corruption. Apply for PAS CHISINAU FY17 05 Funding Number: PAS CHISINAU FY17 05 Agency: U.S. Mission to Moldova Category: Other Funding Amount: $50,000 |
| FY 2017 Notice of Funding Opportunity for NGO programs benefiting refugees in Chad and Cameroon Apply for PRM PRMOAPAF 17 002 Funding Number: PRM PRMOAPAF 17 002 Agency: Bureau of Population Refugees and Migration Category: Other Funding Amount: $1,000,000 |
| English for Media Literacy MOOC Apply for PAS CHISINAU FY17 04 Funding Number: PAS CHISINAU FY17 04 Agency: U.S. Mission to Moldova Category: Other Funding Amount: $4,000 |
| Democracy Commission Small Grants Program Apply for PAS CHISINAU FY17 06 Funding Number: PAS CHISINAU FY17 06 Agency: U.S. Mission to Moldova Category: Other Funding Amount: $20,000 |
| FY 2017 Notice of Funding Opportunity for NGO programs benefiting refugees in South Sudan Apply for PRM PRMOAPAF 17 005 Funding Number: PRM PRMOAPAF 17 005 Agency: Bureau of Population Refugees and Migration Category: Other Funding Amount: $1,500,000 |
| Atlanta University Center Program 2017 Apply for EDA ATL TA ATRO 2017 2005165 Funding Number: EDA ATL TA ATRO 2017 2005165 Agency: Department of Commerce Category: Other Funding Amount: $200,000 |
| FY 2017 International Sports Programming Initiative Apply for ECA ECAPEC 17 015 Funding Number: ECA ECAPEC 17 015 Agency: Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs Category: Other Funding Amount: $600,000 |
| Route 66 Grant Program Apply for NPSNOFONTIR170001 Funding Number: NPSNOFONTIR170001 Agency: National Park Service Category: Other Funding Amount: $30,000 |
| FY 2017 Notice of Funding Opportunity for NGO Programs Benefiting: Malian Refugees in Burkina Faso, Mauritania, and Niger; Nigerian Refugees in Niger; Refugee Returnees in Mali, Senegal, or Cote d'Ivoire Apply for PRM PRMOAPAF 17 007 Funding Number: PRM PRMOAPAF 17 007 Agency: Bureau of Population Refugees and Migration Category: Other Funding Amount: $1,500,000 |
| FY 2017 Notice of Funding Opportunity for NGO programs benefiting refugees in Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo Apply for PRM PRMOAPAF 17 006 Funding Number: PRM PRMOAPAF 17 006 Agency: Bureau of Population Refugees and Migration Category: Other Funding Amount: $1,750,000 |
| FY 2017 Notice of Funding Opportunity for NGO programs benefiting refugees in Ethiopia and Kenya Apply for PRM PRMOAPAF 17 008 Funding Number: PRM PRMOAPAF 17 008 Agency: Bureau of Population Refugees and Migration Category: Other Funding Amount: $1,250,000 |
| Tertiary Violence Prevention Activity Apply for RFI 522 17 00002 Funding Number: RFI 522 17 00002 Agency: Honduras USAID-Tegucigalpa Category: Other Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| DRL Request for Statements of Interest (SOI): Democracy, Human Rights, and Rule of Law in Iraq Apply for DRLA DRLAQM 17 046 Funding Number: DRLA DRLAQM 17 046 Agency: Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor Category: Other Funding Amount: $3,000,000 |
| FY 2017 Tunisia Undergraduate Scholarship Program Apply for ECA ECAAE 17 011 Funding Number: ECA ECAAE 17 011 Agency: Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs Category: Other Funding Amount: $2,672,500 |
| FY 2017 Tunisia Community College Scholarship Program Apply for ECA ECAAS 17 006 Funding Number: ECA ECAAS 17 006 Agency: Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs Category: Other Funding Amount: $2,672,500 |
Grant application guides and resources
It is always free to apply for government grants. However the process may be very complex depending on the funding opportunity you are applying for. Let us help you!
Apply for Grants
Inside Our Applicants Portal
Access Applicants Portal
- Grants Repository - Access current and historic funding opportunities with ease. Thousands of funding opportunities are published every week. We can help you sort through the database and find the eligible ones to apply for.
- Applicant Video Guides - The grant application process can be challenging to follow. We can help you with intuitive video guides to speed up the process and eliminate errors in submissions.
- Grant Proposal Wizard - We have developed a network of private funding organizations and investors across the United States. We can reach out and submit your proposal to these contacts to maximize your chances of getting the funding you need.
Premium leads for funding administrators, grant writers, and loan issuers
Thousands of people visit our website for their funding needs every day. When a user creates a grant proposal and files for submission, we pass the information on to funding administrators, grant writers, and government loan issuers.
If you manage government grant programs, provide grant writing services, or issue personal or government loans, we can help you reach your audience.
Learn More
Request more information:
Would you like to learn more about this funding opportunity, similar opportunities to "PAS ZAGREB FY17 ALUMNI 001", eligibility, application service, and/or application tips? Submit an inquiry below:
Don't forget to subscribe to our grant alerts mailing list to receive weekly alerts on new and updated grant funding opportunities like this one in your email.