Enhancing U.S.Africa Ties through Trade and Investment for Economic Growth

The funding opportunity titled "Enhancing U.S.–Africa Ties through Trade and Investment for Economic Growth" is issued by the U.S. Department of State through the U.S. Mission to Ethiopia. This grant aims to support initiatives that build and deepen commercial and economic relationships between the United States and Africa, specifically by fostering partnerships that promote trade and investment. The grant operates under the Assistance Listing number 19.040, which pertains to Public Diplomacy Programs, highlighting its alignment with diplomatic objectives through economic collaboration. The purpose of this funding opportunity is to enhance bilateral economic relationships, focusing on collaborative efforts in trade and investment that contribute to mutual economic growth. Projects supported by this grant should demonstrate innovative strategies for connecting U.S. and African businesses, creating sustainable economic ties, and fostering a more robust commercial ecosystem between the two regions. This includes support for capacity-building initiatives, public-private partnerships, and sector-specific engagements that can facilitate lasting impact. The funding instrument type is a discretionary grant, with a total estimated funding pool of $150,000. The U.S. Mission to Ethiopia expects to issue up to two awards. Individual awards will range between $50,000 and $100,000, allowing for targeted yet impactful projects. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement for applicants, enabling broader access and reducing financial barriers to participation. The grant explicitly targets efforts that fall under the “Other” funding activity category, which is further clarified as strengthening U.S.-Africa partnerships in economic and investment domains. Eligible applicants for this grant include nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status, as recognized by the IRS, but exclude institutions of higher education under this category. Additional eligible entities include Public International Organizations, Governmental institutions, and public and private educational institutions. This broad eligibility scope encourages participation from various institutional backgrounds capable of contributing to the grant’s objectives. The grant notice was posted on June 23, 2025, and the closing date for applications is August 15, 2025. There are no pre-application deadlines or separate deadlines for Letters of Intent or preliminary proposals noted. Applications must be submitted in full by the closing date. The grant does not operate on a rolling or recurring basis, indicating that interested applicants should treat this as a one-time opportunity unless otherwise stated in future updates. For any technical difficulties or questions related to accessing the full announcement, applicants are instructed to contact AddisUSAUPD@state.gov. Although a direct contact name or phone number is not provided, email contact is the primary method of communication. This grant opportunity is particularly suitable for organizations that have the capacity to foster meaningful economic ties and contribute to U.S.-Africa commercial engagement through innovative and collaborative projects.