USG alumni small grants program
Closed Posted
- Opportunity number
- STATE-BISHKEK-PDS-24-0005
- Agency
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US Embassy Bishkek
US Consulates and Embassies, Department of State
- Applications due
- Award size
- $170,000
Opportunity facts
- Assistance listings
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- 19.900 AEECA/ESF PD Programs
- Funding instrument
- Cooperative Agreement
- Category
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- Other
- Eligible applicants
- Not on record
Opportunity details come from Grants.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The U.S. Department of State's U.S. Embassy in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic is seeking applicants for the USG Alumni Small Grants Program, a cooperative agreement to engage U.S. government exchange alumni through innovative projects. The program aims to support 20-30 alumni-led initiatives that strengthen the alumni community, benefit local communities, and advance shared goals between the U.S. and Kyrgyz Republic. Applicant organizations must demonstrate capacity to effectively solicit and administer project proposals from USG alumni on a biannual basis. Proposals will be evaluated based on their alignment with program priorities and the applicant's proven ability to facilitate alumni networking, skills-building, and professional development. The deadline to submit proposals is July 5, 2024.
Approximately $88,000 is anticipated to fund 10-15 alumni projects under this program, which is part of the AEECA/ESF PD Programs (CFDA 19.900) that provide civil society and democracy building public diplomacy programs in Europe, Eurasia, and Central Asia. The selected organization will play a critical role in fostering the USG alumni network across the Kyrgyz Republic through activities such as professional development seminars and alumni reunions.
Synopsis
The USG Alumni Small grants program is designed to engage USG Alumni by funding innovative projects that align with the prioritized themes. The organization awarded this grant will demonstrate capacity for creative and effective solicitation of project proposals from USG Alumni, collecting applications biannually in spring and fall cycles. The chosen organization will also play a critical role in strengthening the USG Alumni network across all regions of the Kyrgyz Republic, organizing professional development seminars, and facilitating reunions to foster alumni community. PDS anticipates allocating approximately $88,000 to support between 10 to 15 alumni initiatives. Funding will be awarded based on panel review.
Program Goal:
Enhance engagement of U.S. government exchange alumni throughout the Kyrgyz Republic on key issues affecting their communities through skills-building, networking, and professional development opportunities.
The goal of the program is to support 20-30 USG alumni-led projects that aim to strengthen the alumni community, benefit local communities, advance shared goals between the United States and the Kyrgyz Republic, and contribute to the professional and personal development of at least 500 USG alumni. This will be achieved through a series of reunions and professional and personal development workshops designed to enhance skills, foster networking, and promote continuous learning and collaboration among alumni.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| 8_-Standard-Indicators.docx | DOCX document | |
| Att 7_ Performance Monitoring Plan.docx | DOCX document | |
| SF-424A_Attachment 3.pdf | ||
| SF-424 _Attachment 2.pdf | ||
| Project Application Form_Att 5.docx | DOCX document | |
| Budget_Attachment 6.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| Att 4_Applicant Organizational Information.docx | DOCX document | |
| 2024-NOFO USG Alumni Small grants.docx | DOCX document |
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