U.S. Embassy Windhoek PDS Notice of Funding

The U.S. Embassy in Windhoek, Namibia, through its Public Diplomacy Section (PD Windhoek), has announced the availability of funding for projects that build and enhance relationships between the people of the United States and Namibia. This grant opportunity, identified by the funding number WINDHOEKPD-FY25-07-01, falls under the U.S. Department of State's Public Diplomacy Programs (Assistance Listing 19.040). The program supports projects that include a significant American component and are aligned with the strategic goals of the U.S. Embassy in Namibia. These goals include promoting government transparency, economic prosperity, innovation in science and technology, and excellence in sports and cultural initiatives. PD Windhoek is seeking applications from organizations and individuals with a strong foundation in community engagement, education, civic initiatives, and cross-cultural collaboration. Eligible applicants include registered not-for-profit organizations such as think tanks, community associations, and civil society groups, both from the U.S. and Namibia. Additional eligible entities include individuals, non-profit and for-profit educational institutions, and local authorities or non-profit groups managing an American Space under an active memorandum of understanding. This inclusive eligibility framework encourages broad participation and diverse project proposals. Programs must be implemented in Namibia and can be delivered through in-person, hybrid, or virtual formats. All proposed projects must clearly incorporate U.S.-related themes, connections with American experts or institutions, or initiatives that visibly support U.S. values and public diplomacy goals. The funders emphasize the inclusion of American content as essential to the selection criteria. Applicants are advised to focus on well-defined, realistic budgets due to limited funding availability. The total program funding is capped at $50,000, with individual awards ranging from a minimum of $5,000 to a maximum of $10,000. Approximately five awards are expected to be made. Applications are now being accepted and must be submitted by August 15, 2025. The opportunity is not recurring or rolling, and only a single round of submissions is planned. The announcement was first posted on July 10, 2025, and the archive date is set for September 14, 2025. There is no pre-application deadline or Letter of Intent required for this opportunity. The application process does not require cost-sharing or matching contributions. PD Windhoek reviews each application with attention to quality, relevance, and alignment with embassy priorities, though the volume of proposals usually exceeds available resources. Interested applicants are encouraged to carefully review the guidelines and submit proposals that are compelling and clearly demonstrate how the program will foster meaningful engagement between Americans and Namibians. For assistance or questions related to the application process, applicants may contact Johanna M. Hainana at the U.S. Mission to Namibia. She can be reached by phone at 0612025044. Additionally, inquiries can be directed to the Public Diplomacy Section via the listed email address, although the specific email was not provided in the opportunity listing.

Applicants are encouraged to submit proposals with realistic budgets due to limited resources.