Grants for Nonprofits - International Development
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Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Dec 6, 2023
The City of Santa Clara Community Grant Program in California was established in 2018 to provide grants to qualifying nonprofit community organizations, athletic groups, educational groups, and individuals for events, activities, and competitions that benefit the city and its residents. This program also includes the Santa Clara Championship Team Fund Program, which supports Santa Clara teams and groups participating in state, national, or international competitions or performances.
Application Deadline
May 6, 2024
Date Added
Mar 7, 2024
The Global Leaders Division, Office of Citizen Exchanges, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) invites proposal submissions for one cooperative agreement to design, administer, and implement the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Professional Fellows Program. The YSEALI Professional Fellows Program will bring a minimum of 320 emerging leaders, ages 25-35, from Southeast Asia to the United States to participate in leadership and professional development activities under the themes of Civic Engagement; Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Economic Empowerment; Society and Governance; and Sustainability and the Environment. The U.S.-based exchange component will be five to six weeks in duration and consist of: 1) Professional Fellowship Institutes (Institute) related to each of the program themes which feature individually tailored fellowship placements at relevant U.S. non-profit, public, or private sector organizations; and 2) a program closing conference called the YSEALI Fellows Forum in Washington, DC. Upon the conclusion of the U.S.-based exchange program, a minimum of 80 American participants will travel overseas for minimum one-week reciprocal exchanges to assist the Southeast Asian Fellows in implementing action plans in their local communities. The YSEALI Professional Fellows Program will also include follow-on alumni engagement activities. The award recipient will be responsible for program planning and implementation, including the oversight and coordination of the eight Institutes under the YSEALI themes. One Institute under each of the four themes (a total of four) will take place in the Spring of 2025, with the remaining four Institutes occurring in the Fall of 2025. The recipient must also be committed to collaborating with ECA to support the Fellow;apos;s participation in broader YSEALI activities/events during the program lifecycle, including joint activities with ECAs YSEALI Academic Fellows Program (which is advertised under a separate NOFO). Applicants can administer the program fully or may propose to directly implement a minimum of two Institutes under a single theme (one in the Spring, one in the Fall) and administer sub-awards for the remaining six Institutes. No sub-recipient will be allowed to directly implement more than two Institutes (one in the Spring/one in the Fall). ECA welcomes applications from U.S. public and private non-profit organizations, consortium of organizations, and accredited post-secondary U.S. educational institutions meeting the provisions described in Internal Revenue Code section 26 USC 501(c)(3). Applicants may submit only one proposal under this competition. If multiple proposals are received from the same applicant, all submissions will be declared ineligible and receive no further consideration in the review process. Please see the full announcement for additional information.
Application Deadline
Aug 11, 2025
Date Added
Jul 12, 2025
This funding opportunity provides $2 million to organizations working globally to improve the safety and security of biological research, particularly in high-containment laboratories and through policy development, with a focus on countries in Latin America and Asia.
Application Deadline
Aug 21, 2025
Date Added
Aug 13, 2025
This grant provides funding to not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and governmental entities to promote collaboration between the U.S. and South Korea on energy security and infrastructure development.
Application Deadline
Feb 17, 2026
Date Added
Oct 17, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations working to strengthen Rwanda's health systems and improve comprehensive HIV services through technical assistance and capacity building.
Application Deadline
Sep 21, 2024
Date Added
Aug 23, 2024
Program Objectives: The program is meant to celebrate and support the bilateral MOU on cultural heritage protection agreement between the United States and Algeria (2024-2029). From October 2024 to March 2026, the grant should cover all costs associated with arranging of the visa, international and local travel, lodging, per diem, honoraria and events setting of a minimum of six experts priorly approved and or selected by the US Embassy in Algiers to visit Algeria for a minimum of a two days stay during which they will perform activities such as listed below but not limited to:o Conference about cultural heritage preservation best practiceso Algerian museums and cultural heritage site visitso Press conferenceso Pubic and digital outreach campaign Suggested time for travel: between 18 April 2025 - 18 May 2025 as it is Algerian Cultural Heritage Month Please note that funds transfer is not possible to Algerian officials nor to Algerian institutions. Participants and Audiences: Exchange participants should include American and foreign cultural heritage experts, community leaders, museums curators, researchers and scholars in the field. The intended target audiences are: Algerian government officials, Algerian cultural heritage experts, local community leaders, and Algerian public.B. FEDERAL AWARD INFORMATION Length of performance period: Up to 12 months Number of awards anticipated: 1 award Award amounts: $50,000 Total available funding: $50,000 Type of Funding: Smith-Mundt FY2024 Public Diplomacy funding Anticipated program start date: Fall 2024 This notice is subject to availability of funding. Funding Instrument Type: Grant or Cooperative Agreement Program Performance Period: Proposed programs should be completed in 12 months. C. ELIGILIBITY INFORMATION1. Eligible Applicants The following organizations are eligible to apply:Algerian U.S. and Foreign Institution of Higher EducationAlgerian U.S. and Foreign -based non-profit organizations/nongovernment organizations including think tanks and civil society and Social enterprises.Algerian and Foreign Public Entity, where permitted. U.S. and other countries public and private educational institutions. Individuals specialized in the field with required authorizations.2. Cost Sharing or Matching Cost sharing is not required.3. Other Eligibility Requirements In order to be eligible to receive an award, all organizations must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number issued via www.SAM.gov as well as a valid registration on www.SAM.gov. Please see Section D.3 for more information. Individuals are not required to have a UEI or be registered in SAM.gov. Organization are responsible to have or get all required authorizations to work in Algeria from local authorities and obtain authorization to work on the project for the execution phase.D. APPLICATION AND SUBMISSION INFORMATION1. Address to Request Application Package Application forms required below are available at https://dz.usembassy.gov/funding-opportunities_2024/ and Grnats.gov.2. Content and Form of Application Submission Please follow all instructions below carefully. Proposals that do not meet the requirements of this announcement or fail to comply with the stated requirements will be ineligible. Content of Application Please ensure: The proposal clearly addresses the goals and objectives of this funding opportunity All documents are in English All budgets are in U.S. dollars All documents are formatted to 8 x 11 paper, and All Microsoft Word documents are single-spaced, 12 point Calibri font, with a minimum of 1-inch margins. The following documents are required: 1. Mandatory application forms SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance organizations), Instructions or SF-424-I , Instructions SF424A (Budget Information for Non-Construction programs), Instructions SF424B (Assurances for Non-Construction programs), Instructions2. Summary Page: Cover sheet stating the applicants name and organization, proposal date, program title, program period proposed start and end date, and brief purpose of the program.3. Proposal (3 pages maximum): The proposal should contain sufficient information that anyone not familiar with it would understand exactly what the applicant wants to do. You may use your own proposal format, but it must include all the items below. Proposal Summary: Short narrative that outlines the proposed program, including program objectives and anticipated impact. Introduction to the Organization or Individual applying: A description of past and present operations, showing ability to carry out the program, including information on all previous grants from the U.S. Embassy and/or U.S. government agencies. Problem Statement: Clear, concise and well-supported statement of the problem to be addressed and why the proposed program is needed Program Goals and Objectives: The goals describe what the program is intended to achieve. The objectives refer to the intermediate accomplishments on the way to the goals. These should be achievable and measurable.Program Activities: Describe the program activities and how they will help achieve the objectives. Program Methods and Design: A description of how the program is expected to work to solve the stated problem and achieve the goal. Include a logic model as appropriate. Proposed Program Schedule and Timeline: The proposed timeline for the program activities. Include the dates, times, and locations of planned activities and events. Key Personnel: Names, titles, roles and experience/qualifications of key personnel involved in the program. What proportion of their time will be used in support of this program? Program Partners: List the names and type of involvement of key partner organizations and sub-awardees. Program Monitoring and Evaluation Plan: This is an important part of successful grants. Throughout the time-frame of the grant, how will the activities be monitored to ensure they are happening in a timely manner, and how will the program be evaluated to make sure it is meeting the goals of the grant Future Funding or Sustainability Applicants plan for continuing the program beyond the grant period, or the availability of other resources, if applicable.4. Budget Justification Narrative: After filling out the SF-424A Budget (above), use a separate file to describe each of the budget expenses in detail.See section H. Other Information: Guidelines for Budget Submissions below for further information.5. Attachments: 1-page CV or resume of key personnel who are proposed for the program Letters of support from program partners describing the roles and responsibilities of each partner If your organization has a Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (NICRA) and includes NICRA charges in the budget, your latest NICRA should be included as a PDF file.3. Unique Entity Identifier and System for Award Management (SAM.gov)
Application Deadline
Jun 27, 2025
Date Added
May 23, 2025
This funding opportunity supports not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals in fostering cultural, educational, and scientific collaborations between the United States and Oman.
Application Deadline
Aug 25, 2025
Date Added
Jul 26, 2025
This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and educational institutions to improve transparency and governance in Malawi's mining sector and public debt management.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Nov 21, 2023
Grant Opportunity: Foreign Policy Summer Research Fellowship Grants Funder: Charles Koch Foundation (CKF) Award Details: Grants of up to $25,000 will be awarded for research projects that challenge conventional wisdom on U.S. grand strategy and provide alternative visions for U.S. foreign policy. The funding levels will depend on the requirements of the research and the host institution. Graduate students are not eligible for this program but can apply for standard dissertation grants of $5,000 through a separate RFP. Eligibility: Scholars and research institutions from all fields are encouraged to apply, with a particular interest in proposals from political science, international relations, history, or economics. Applicants should submit a two-to-five page abstract of the project, CV or résumé, brief itemized budget, and a timeline of activities for the planned project. Final projects should be original and meet high standards in their field. Application Deadline: Applications must be submitted online by 9:00 AM EDT on Monday, April 10, 2023. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as they arrive. How to Apply: Interested applicants should complete the online application form available at https://charleskochinstitute.tfaforms.net/344037?tfa_13=tfa_1549 and select "RFP: Foreign Policy Summer Fellowship" for their application. Contact Information: For any questions regarding the grant opportunity, applicants can reach out to [email protected]. Additional Information: More information about CKF's approach to foreign policy and highlights from existing grantees can be found on their main foreign policy page. The Charles Koch Foundation aims to remove barriers preventing people from reaching their potential by supporting research and innovations in postsecondary education based on their guiding values of equal rights, mutual benefit, openness, and self-actualization.
Application Deadline
Aug 9, 2024
Date Added
Aug 10, 2023
The U.S. Embassy Gaborone of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a program to build an independent online resource for Batswana citizens, the press, and independent observers in the leadup to elections in Botswana in 2024. The envisioned project will support transparent access to information about political parties and leaders as well as election-related reporting. This project will enhance accountability in the areas of elected official representation and transparent governance and improve everyday access to information on issues of interest to Botswanas citizens. This project will fund an independent resource in Botswana to facilitate access to information about political parties, leaders, and current events bringing up-to-date information on Botswanas political parties and leaders to the citizens by creating an extensive database of updated political information. This includes issues of national importance and the political parties platforms / official positions on those issues (i.e. health, economic development, education, unemployment, conservation, etc.).
Application Deadline
Sep 27, 2024
Date Added
Aug 31, 2024
The City of Marfa in Texas is offering an Advertising Reimbursement Grant Program, funded by the Hotel Occupancy Tax, to groups and businesses that promote tourism and the hotel industry by advertising their events outside the local area, with a maximum award of $3,500, prioritizing those that generate overnight visitors and rent local facilities for their events.
Application Deadline
Mar 7, 2025
Date Added
Jan 22, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations working on humanitarian programs that assist refugees, migrants, and returnees in Mauritania, Niger, and Senegal, focusing on essential services like education, child protection, and water sanitation.
Application Deadline
Jul 31, 2024
Date Added
Jun 21, 2024
PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONThe Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for a cooperative agreement to develop and implement a Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Regional Workshop on Advanced Media Literacy for Digital Creators pending the availability of funding. Please carefully follow all instructions below. This notice is subject to the availability of funding.Priority Region: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Laos, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, and Timor-Leste.Program Objectives:YSEALI (yseali.state.gov) is the U.S. governments signature initiative to engage emerging leaders in Southeast Asia. The program aims to create a network of young Southeast Asian leaders who work across national borders to solve common problems. Through a variety of programs and engagements, YSEALI seeks to build the leadership capabilities of youth in the region, strengthen ties between the United States and Southeast Asia, and nurture a community of leaders who work across borders to solve shared issues.YSEALI is open to young leaders ages 18-35 who are both citizens and residents of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member countries (Brunei, Burma, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam) or Timor-Leste. Responding to priorities from youth in the ASEAN region, YSEALI programs focus on four themes (Civic Engagement, Economic Empowerment and Social Entrepreneurship, Education and Environmental Issues).One component of YSEALI is the annual Regional Workshops held across Southeast Asia on strategic topics.This regional workshop on Advanced Media Literacy for Digital Creators will advance the YSEALI theme of Civic Engagement and the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines priority to support emerging leaders as democratic vanguards and promote media literacy.This regional workshop will convene around 100 emerging content creators, journalists, and advocates from ASEAN member nations and Timor-Leste for a five-day workshop in the Philippines. The workshop will advance participants knowledge and skills in critical media literacy. The workshop will include sessions on strategic and data-based content ideation, responsible content creation, effective audience engagement, identifying and countering mis/dis-information, and impact of AI on social media. The workshop will also include virtual webinars and exercises on wellness and self-care, combatting copyright or digital theft and tools to promote media literacy to fellow creators. Leveraging the wide knowledge base of Filipino and regional talent, the workshop will feature in-depth discussions and experiential learning sessions led by experts from Southeast Asia and the United States.The workshop will also create and sustain a virtual network of emerging content creators to provide a safe space for exchanges of best practices and solutions to challenges. At the workshops finale, participants may compete for small grants to implement projects and/or campaigns to promote media literacy to fellow emerging leaders across the region and celebrate International Youth Day in August 2025.The proposal should include workshop follow-on activities such as virtual collaborative work, projects funded through small seed grants, or ongoing mentorship. A follow-on activity may also be implemented to report on project successes and challenges and produce a toolkit with best practices on cross-border collaboration. The follow-on activity should be included in the monitoring and evaluation plan.The proposal should include a pre and post workshop survey to measure the overall effectiveness of the workshop as well as any changes to the participants knowledge of the workshop topic.The concepts of leadership, giving back, and strengthening a Southeast Asian/ASEAN identity based on shared values and shared challenges should be integrated into the program.The grantee is expected to develop syllabus materials and an event program with participant and speaker biographies, as well as design banners, backdrops, and other printed materials. The grantee is expected to design a digital engagement strategy for workshop participants and social media audiences, including live video or live online engagement during the program.No new website specific to the event should be created or launched. Domain, hosting and build costs will not be covered.The workshop will be conducted in English.Participants and Audiences:Participants will be content creators, journalists, and media literacy advocates from ASEAN member nations and Timor-Leste. Participants should demonstrate commitment to develop and sustain their projects. Participants should also be registered YSEALI members (before or during application via http://yseali.state.gov).The grantee will create an online application process and coordinate with the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines and other U.S. Embassies in the region to recruit and select participants from all ASEAN member countries and Timor-Leste. All participants must be proficient in written and spoken English. Participants must be citizens and residents of an ASEAN member country or Timor-Leste.The grantee will be responsible for arranging and using cooperative agreement funds to cover all elements related to participant and staff travel including international and domestic flights, visas, travel to and from airports, visas, accommodations, per diem, meals during the program, and insurance.
Application Deadline
May 31, 2024
Date Added
Mar 2, 2024
Funding Opportunity Title: U.S. Mission in Morocco - APS Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-MOROCCO-FY24-03 CFDA Number: 19.040 Public Diplomacy Programs Deadline for Applications: Friday May 31, 2024 Email: [email protected] We are pleased to announce that U.S. Mission Morocco is considering proposals for the Public Diplomacy Grants Program for projects ranging from $5,000 to $25,000 USD. This announcement outlines funding priorities, key strategic themes, and the new procedure for submitting a proposal for the Missions Annual Program Statement (APS). Please read this document carefully and follow all instructions. Projects for lesser or greater values will be considered on a case-by-case basis. This notice is subject to the availability of funding. A. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION Public Diplomacys primary audiences include non-governmental organizations (NGOs), associations, foundations, think tanks, national and regional media, cultural and educational leaders; underserved communities; disadvantaged populations; next generation leaders (e.g., innovators, digital influencers, content creators); and academic institutions. We encourage organizations working with special needs communities (visual, hearing, or speech impaired, physical disability, etc.) to apply. Awards to individuals will also be considered on a case-by-case basis. We encourage proposals for activities that engage geographically and demographically diverse audiences within Morocco. While U.S. NGOs and individuals may apply, preference is given to Moroccan NGOs or to partnerships that develop capacity with Moroccan NGOs. All grantees must provide proof of their non-profit status if shortlisted for Phase II submission. U.S. Mission Morocco encourages not only diverse applicants to apply to our grants programs but would also like to see diverse target audiences and trainers. Diversity can be defined by different geographic regions, ethnicities, religious orientations, gender, physical disabilities including visual, hearing, speech, and other physically handicapping conditions, etc. B. OBJECTIVES AND PROJECT OUTCOMES: The objectives of the Public Diplomacy Grant Program are to promote positive relations between Morocco and the United States; to reinforce shared values; and to connect Moroccos emerging leaders to the American people. We fund projects that: Promote entrepreneurship and economic inclusion. Promote engagement between local government and Moroccan NGOs/Civil Society Organizations (CSOs). Are oriented towards climate change mitigation. All projects should have a direct connection to community engagement and a diversity and inclusion component. C. U.S. CONTENT To be eligible for funding consideration, your Concept Paper must have U.S. content which can include: the participation of U.S. experts, the application or adaptation of U.S. models and best practices, or pedagogical materials related to American history, society, culture, government, or institutions. Please do not submit proposals without U.S. content; they will not be considered for funding. Inviting U.S. Experts The Public Affairs Section will also support inviting U.S. citizen experts to Morocco in support of the above Program objectives. The travel costs may include economy class airfare of a U.S. flag carrier, stipend for meals, daily honorarium, lodging, and local transportation. The request should include a proposed daily schedule for the expert (minimum of two program days excluding travel time). If participation in a conference is expected, please provide its description (organizer, topics, goals and objectives, audience, other sponsors and other expected speakers and participants). When possible, Public Affairs prefers to provide support to U.S. experts who are available to participate in multiple events. The Public Affairs Office is willing to work with grantees to identify additional programming opportunities for U.S. experts traveling to Morocco. D. APPLICATION SUBMISSION AND REVIEW This opportunity consists of two application rounds: Phase I: Project Ideas and Concept Note Submission. Phase II: Full Proposal Submissions. Phase I Submission To have a complete grants package for the Phase I submission, the Concept Paper, Organization information form, and a Budget Summary Estimate must be submitted together electronically in English, via e-mail, to: [email protected], by Friday May 31, 2024 (Subject: APS 2024 Grants Competition). Please use the templates below: 1- Concept Paper template 2- Budget Summary Template 3- Applicant Organizational Information form An organization or individual may submit only one application during the three -month open-application period. All applicants will receive confirmation of received proposals. Proposals will only be considered for review if accompanied by a budget summary estimate and the organizational information form. Technical Eligibility Requirements All organizations applying for grants must have a Non-Profit status and obtain the free registration below. Information about obtaining SAM.gov registration is available under the Additional Resources box on our website. SAM.gov registration Phase II Submission If your project is selected for Phase II submission, you will be notified by Monday July 01, 2024, and asked to submit the full proposal and additional forms by Monday August 05, 2024. The additional forms will be provided to you. Following the Phase II Submission, you will be notified by September 15, 2024, of your grant status. E. APPLICATION REVIEW AND SELECTION PROCESS 1. Criteria. Each application submitted under this announcement will be evaluated and rated based on the criteria enumerated in Section F, below. The criteria are designed to assess the quality of the proposed project, and to determine the likelihood of its success. 2. Acknowledgement of receipt. Applicants will receive acknowledgment of receipt of their proposal. 3. Review. A panel will review the proposal based upon the criteria noted in Part F (see below). A determination will be made regarding the proposed area of activity and the U.S. Missions strategic goals. Proposals that are the best fit will be given additional consideration. 4. Follow up notification. Applicants will generally be notified within 90-120 days after the Round II Submission deadline, regarding the results of the review panel. F. PHASE I APPLICATION EVALUATION CRITERIA 1. Organization history and mission, leadership initiatives, and prior grant history. 2. Project Description should include the length of project. 3. Description of activities to achieve goals and objectives and how they will help to achieve impact. 4. American Connection to increase understanding of U.S. policies and perspectives. 5. Monitoring and Evaluation indicates how project success will be monitored. 6. Budget Summary Estimate should provide basic program costs. G. PHASE II APPLICATION EVALUATION CRITERIA The criteria will be provided to you if you are invited to submit a full application. H. ANNOUNCING AWARD DECISIONS The Public Affairs Section seeks to notify applicants of funding decisions within 90-120 days from the Phase II submission deadline. The timing of approvals is subject to the availability of funds. Please note: Funding for approved proposals will not be available immediately. The allocation of funds can take up to three months once all award paperwork has been completed. Applicants should, therefore, submit proposals well in advance of the intended project start date and do not plan any activity before January 2025. Applicants selected for further consideration will receive official written notification and detailed information on the process of finalizing awards. Applicants selected for further consideration must provide official copies of all registrations outlined in the eligibility requirements. Failure to provide these documents will result in disqualification. Awards are contingent upon availability of U.S. government funds and the signing of official award documents. Verbal or other informal communications cannot be considered official notification of an award, and applicants may not obligate expenses for a proposed project until all required administrative procedures have been completed. If you have any questions about the grant application process, please contact [email protected] Note: We do not provide any pre-consultation for application-related questions. Once an application has been submitted, staff will not discuss the competition until the entire proposal review process is completed.
Application Deadline
Jul 25, 2024
Date Added
May 28, 2024
The U.S. Department of States Bureau of Political-Military Affairs announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a project to support the Government of Morocco in developing a national space policy and strategy.
Application Deadline
Jan 3, 2025
Date Added
Nov 26, 2024
This funding opportunity supports non-profit organizations and cultural institutions in Lebanon to preserve and restore cultural heritage sites and traditions in areas facing disaster, political instability, or economic challenges.
Application Deadline
Sep 8, 2025
Date Added
Jul 10, 2025
This grant provides funding to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and educational institutions to design and implement international exchange programs for foreign leaders, fostering mutual understanding and collaboration between the U.S. and other nations.
Application Deadline
Aug 10, 2024
Date Added
Jun 14, 2024
he U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy (CDP) announcesan open competition for organizations with the capacity and interest to carry out the project outlined in this announcement. Pending the availability of funds, CDP anticipates awarding one [1] cooperative agreement of up to $4,000,000.00 USD. CDP reserves the right to award more or less funding or make no award as is in the best interest of the US Government. This project aims to work with partner countries adopt world-leading cloud-based cybersecurity, data protection, disaster response, and recovery solutions. This project will be global in nature, with an initial focus on the Pacific Island Nations (PICs).
Application Deadline
Jul 19, 2024
Date Added
May 14, 2024
The Empowering Female Community Leaders project will train female and male community leaders in vulnerable Upper West Region communities to strengthen their skills in conflict resolution and prevent violent extremism. As a result, female leaders will gain leadership skills and will be empowered to resist the threat of violent extremism growing from community conflicts along with their male counterparts. The trainings will focus on female community leader inclusion to empower women to take a larger role in community leadership.
Application Deadline
Jul 31, 2024
Date Added
Jun 17, 2024
The U.S. Embassy New Zealand Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to implement the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) to promote womens social and economic empowerment, pending the availability of funds. The cohort should take place sometime between 2025-2026. Each AWE cohort should include about 30 women meeting either online or in person. AWE cohorts may take place in any, all, or the following select countries: New Zealand, Niue, the Cook Islands, Tokelau, French Polynesia, New Caledonia, Wallis and Futuna, the Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Samoa, Palau, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, or the Federated States of Micronesia. About the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs By ensuring that women have the skills, capabilities, and resources to fully participate in the economy, AWE directly supports the U.S. National Strategy on Gender, Equity, and Equality. AWE was established in 2019 to provide women with the knowledge, networks and access to launch or scale successful businesses. Cohorts of approximately 30 women meet online and in-person to learn core business skills such as strategic planning, marketing and finance, then discuss the material with local facilitators, business leaders, and U.S. exchange alumni mentors. Through its partnership with Arizona State Universitys Thunderbird School for Global Management and the Freeport-McMoran Foundation, AWE utilizes a no-cost, online learning platform. Used by AWE since 2019, DreamBuilder teaches participants the fundamentals of starting or growing a small business from a U.S. perspective, offering modules on marketing, pricing, and bookkeeping, and includes a built-in business plan generator. It is available only in English and Spanish, though posts may conduct mentoring and facilitation in local languages. This year, implementing partners may also use a new online curriculum, in whole or in part the Najafi 100 Million Learners Global Initiative - alongside or instead of DreamBuilder. 100 Million Learners Global Entrepreneurship and Innovation Bootcamp may be most suitable to implementing partners who are looking for a more challenging business curriculum, or who wish to provide complementary modules on key topics in entrepreneurship and innovation. 100 Million Learners is currently offered in 20 languages and will add up to 20 more in the future. Proposals to establish new AWE cohorts must use either DreamBuilder or 100 Million Learners for their curriculum.

