Funding of Small Programs (under $100,000).

USRF welcomes proposals for one-time programs in entrepreneurship, economic development and the rule of law from Russian, US, or international non-commercial organizations, as well as Russian government institutions. The standard USRF application form must be completed in both English and Russian.

The amount requested from USRF must be for less than $100,000 and the proposal must indicate the level of Russian co-funding.

USRF will accept one-time proposals four times a year. Due dates: February 1, and May 1, August 1, November 1.

Next deadline is November 1, 2010 (till midnight Moscow time).

Proposals will initially be reviewed by USRF staff and, if appropriate, by outside experts. Qualifying proposals in the area of rule of law will go to the Law Advisory Council for further review. All unsolicited proposals deemed worthy will then be forwarded with a recommendation to the Grants Committee for their vote.

Applicants will be notified of decision of the Grants Committee within six to eight weeks of the due date.

Fill out Profile Application Form on-line.