2025 Annual Program Statement DRC Small Grants Program
This funding opportunity supports not-for-profit organizations and educational institutions in the DRC to implement projects that foster U.S.-DRC cooperation in areas like media literacy, peace-building, and sustainable economic growth.
The U.S. Embassy Kinshasa of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Small Grants Program. This is an Annual Program Statement, outlining our funding priorities, the strategic themes we focus on, and the procedures for submitting requests for funding. Please carefully follow all instructions below. The Small Grants Program invites proposals for programs that strengthen ties between the United States and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Programs should create opportunities for bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest and highlight shared values. All programs must include a U.S. element, such as an expert, organization, cultural element, or institution, that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives. The U.S. Embassy Kinshasa seeks to engage the public, civil society, media, and influencers at all levels of Congolese society and across the DRC with the goal of broadening understanding of U.S. policies, culture, history, society, and values.
Award Range
$2,000 - $25,000
Total Program Funding
$50,000
Number of Awards
10
Matching Requirement
No
Eligible Applicants
Additional Requirements
The following organizations are eligible to apply: Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non governmental organizations Public and private educational institutions For-profit organizations are not eligible for this funding opportunity.
Geographic Eligibility
All
Application Opens
December 31, 2024
Application Closes
March 31, 2025
Grantor
US Department of State (U.S. Mission to the Democratic Republic of Congo)
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