This page hosts the National Endowment for Democracy’s (NED) active grants listing, updated twice a year. As a congressionally funded institution, we are committed to transparency and accountability in how taxpayer funds are used to support democratic development around the world. Our commitment to safeguarding our partners and upholding transparency is explained in this essay.
Duty of Care
Democracy activists often work on the frontlines under extraordinary risk, facing harassment, prosecution, and even imprisonment. In today’s digital age, falsified documents and manipulated records have been used to silence their voices. Publicly exposing personal details can put lives at risk and undermine essential democratic work.
For this reason, NED follows strict duty of care and public disclosure policies, adopted by our Board of Directors. While some partners work in environments where disclosure is possible, others—especially those operating under dangerous conditions—opt not to be named. We respect their preference. This is not just an operational choice; it is an ethical imperative.
Oversight and Accountability
While taking these precautions to protect our partners, NED remains committed to oversight and transparency as a congressionally mandated grantmaking institution.
We submit detailed plans and annual reports to our oversight committees, provide regular briefings to Members of Congress and staff, and respond promptly to all congressional inquiries. We also facilitate meetings when Members and staff are on overseas travel—so they can see the impact of our partner’s efforts firsthand.
NED’s Board of Directors ensures that all funds are used exclusively for purposes consistent with the NED Act and the organization’s Articles of Incorporation. Learn more about NED’s governance and accountability practices.
NED also maintains financial oversight of every grant and monitors grantee performance, ensuring compliance with federal grant regulations. Through this layered oversight, NED guarantees that taxpayer funds are managed according to the highest ethical standards, operational excellence, and fidelity to mission. The listing below reflects our ongoing commitment to both transparency and security.
Active Grant Listing as of October 8, 2025.
