Alumni Support for Local Communities Fund (2024-2025)

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Opportunity number
DOS-AZE-PD-FY24-04
Agency
Applications due
Award size
$5,000 to $30,000

Opportunity facts

Assistance listings
Funding instrument
Grant
Category
  • Community Development
Eligible applicants
  • Individuals

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About this opportunity

The U.S. Embassy in Azerbaijan is announcing an open competition for the Alumni Support for the Local Communities Fund (2024-2025). The program aims to empower alumni teams of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to create and implement public service-oriented projects that positively impact their local communities. Eligible projects should address themes such as economic revitalization, civil society and inclusion, inclusive education, or environmental awareness. Proposals will be evaluated based on their relevance to the program, project design, alumni involvement, local partnerships, evaluation plan, and budget justification. The application deadline is July 15, 2024.

The total funding available is $30,000, with individual awards ranging from $5,000 to $30,000. The performance period for selected projects is 12 months or less. Applicants must be alumni of U.S. government exchange programs and may collaborate with local partners in Azerbaijan.

Synopsis

The Embassy of the United States in Azerbaijan is pleased to announce an open competition for alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to submit applications for the Alumni Support for the Local Communities Fund (2024-2025). The program aims to empower alumni teams in creating and implementing their public service-oriented projects to make a positive difference in their communities. Alumni should submit proposals to BakuPASalumni@state.gov by July 15, 2024, 23:59 (Baku time).


This year, the Alumni Support for the Local Communities fund will support the United States Government commitment to Adaptive Solutions: Developing Infrastructure for Climate Resilience in honor of Baku's hosting of COP29.

The U.S. Embassy in Azerbaijan will accept public service projects that support themes such as:

Economy: Projects that revive the economy, improve the business climate, entrepreneurship, innovation, and corporate social responsibility.

Civil Society: Projects that promote civil society and inclusion by supporting gender equality, women empowerment, diversity, and social inclusion and that can improve the lives of at-risk youth, women, or marginalized communities.

Education: Projects that actively promote inclusive education for underserved communities, which may include helping teachers or students to reinvent themselves using technology, accessible methodology, and other tools.

Environment: Projects that raise awareness about the importance of clean air and water, protection of the environment, natural preservation, etc.

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