USPD Suggested Budget Template.xlsx

This file is a budget template for the U.S. Embassy Public Diplomacy Section's Annual Program Statement funding opportunity in Zimbabwe. The template requires applicants to provide a detailed cost breakdown for proposed projects, including itemized descriptions, unit costs, quantities, and total costs for all line items exceeding USD 200.00. Applicants must identify whether each budget item represents requested funds from the U.S. Embassy or cost-share contributions from other partners or self-funding. The template includes fields for project title, country, total amount requested, total cost-share amount, and summary totals for requested funds, partner contributions, and overall project cost.

The underlying grant opportunity is administered by the Department of State U.S. Embassy Harare under the Public Diplomacy Programs (CFDA 19.040) and supports projects addressing priority areas including free speech and open expression, U.S.-Zimbabwe commercial ties, artificial intelligence for prosperity, cybersecurity, technology literacy, and American excellence in education and creative industries. Eligible projects must target priority outcomes such as creating a more informed, media-literate Zimbabwean public capable of resisting disinformation or advancing economic prosperity through connections between social entrepreneurs and digital marketing tools. The funding instrument is a Cooperative Agreement; specific award values, application deadlines, and funding ceilings are not detailed in this template document.