Presidential Decree No. 69 “On the creation of the Presidential Fund for Environmental and Nature Conservation Projects”.

The document establishes the President's Fund for Environmental and Nature Conservation Projects, aimed at supporting ecological and conservation initiatives. It operates under the legal framework of the Russian Constitution, federal laws, and presidential decrees. The primary objectives include the provision of grants for environmental projects, the development and implementation of programs related to environmental protection and animal welfare, and the involvement of citizens and non-profit organizations in these efforts. The document outlines several key measures, including the coordination of grant competitions for environmental projects, the establishment of equal conditions for competition participants, and the oversight of funding allocations for these grants. It emphasizes the need for independent expert evaluations of project proposals and the approval of the Fund's programs and projects based on these evaluations. Additionally, it mandates the creation of an expert council to facilitate independent assessments and ensure transparency in the selection process. Implementation of the Fund's initiatives is overseen by a Coordinating Committee, which is responsible for organizing meetings at least once a year and ensuring that decisions are made with a quorum of members present. The document specifies that committee members participate on a voluntary basis and outlines the procedures for decision-making, including conflict of interest protocols. It also highlights the importance of stakeholder engagement, particularly from governmental and non-governmental organizations, in the execution of the Fund's objectives.