Capacity Building Grants

This program provides funding to Alaska's public school districts to improve student achievement through the development of clear educational standards and community partnerships.

The Greenwood County Community Foundation's Community Impact Grants aim to enrich the lives of residents in Greenwood County by supporting local organizations. These grants, specifically within the Youth and Education category, focus on providing an educational foundation that enables individuals to reach their fullest physical, emotional, and intellectual potential. Eligible projects may include education attainment initiatives, early childhood development and education programs, afterschool and summer programs, and adult education efforts. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual opening/ closing deadline: February 1st to February 28th

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Alabama communities for infrastructure projects that create or retain jobs, particularly benefiting low- and moderate-income residents.

This program provides financial support to Pennsylvania municipalities and authorities for small-scale water and sewer projects that improve public health, safety, and economic development.

This federal funding provides financial assistance to organizations working to quickly rehouse homeless individuals, prevent homelessness, and support emergency shelter services.

This program provides financial assistance to small to mid-sized companies in Pennsylvania to help them expand their export sales through various eligible activities and services.

This program provides financial assistance to Pennsylvania municipalities and agencies for the repair, rehabilitation, or removal of high hazard unsafe dams that threaten populated areas.

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to municipalities and municipal authorities for the construction of essential drinking water, sanitary sewer, and stormwater management projects.

This funding is designed to help attract and support high-quality amateur and professional sports and e-sports events in Pennsylvania, boosting tourism and economic growth throughout the state.

This program provides financial guarantees to support local governments and developers in revitalizing underutilized properties and stimulating economic growth in communities across the Commonwealth.

The Preschool Development Grant is a three-year federal initiative designed to bolster Delaware's early childhood system, ensuring it is inclusive and integrated to support the development and learning of all children and their families from birth through age 5. With an $8 million award for its first year, following a $4.2 million PDG B-5 grant received in December 2018, the grant aims to provide high-quality early learning experiences and facilitate a smooth transition to kindergarten for children. Approximately $4.8 million of the grant is allocated to expand home-visiting services and state-funded preschool seats, while $3.2 million is dedicated to enhancing support for professionals, including technological advancements delayed by the pandemic. Key initiatives funded by the grant include expanding state-funded preschool programs, piloting the Family Connects home visiting model, updating family materials for resource and referral, enhancing workforce support for early childhood professionals, developing a mental health consultation program for home visitors, and updating the state’s strategic plans for a cohesive birth to five strategy.

This funding opportunity supports local governments and municipal agencies in improving their recreational and conservation services through collaborative projects and shared professional expertise.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations focused on arts and culture in Michigan, as well as municipalities and educational institutions that incorporate arts into their broader missions, helping them enhance operations, facilities, and programming.

Notice of Funding Opportunity Funding Opportunity Title: U.S. Alumni Capacity Building Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-MOROCCO-FY24-06 Deadline for Applications: Monday May 06, 2024 CFDA Number: 19.040 Total Amount Available: $100K to $200K A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The Public Affairs Office of the U.S Embassy in Morocco is pleased to announce an open competition for Moroccan associations to submit applications to implement a series of Alumni capacity building and networking events under the brand Alumni Connect. The activities will take place over the Calendar Years 2024-2025. Please note: Only registered Moroccan Associations or NGOs either led by Alumni of U.S. Government exchange programs, or which demonstrate experience in implementing programs involving Alumni of U.S. Government exchange programs are qualified and eligible to compete for this funding opportunity. Priority Region: Morocco Program Objectives: Alumni Survey. A survey and alumni focus groups that establish a baseline regarding alumni interests and engagement with the embassy and each other. Alumni Capacity Building: A series of training sessions in project management or a topic of interest to alumni identified in the alumni survey, linked to a small grant;apos;s competition and mentorship by senior alumni. Youth Alumni Training. One in-person training and networking program in Rabat with U.S. Embassy officials and alumni for recently returned youth alumni to build their skills and remain engaged with the Embassy and alumni network. Regional Alumni Summits. Two one day events in two different regions showcasing the work of our alumni through exhibits, panels, workshops, and speakers, including a luncheon with U.S. government officials. Thematic Meetups. In-person engagements across Morocco bringing together Alumni in specific fields (for example: Environment and Tech Entrepreneurship) to build capacity, strengthen networks, and encourage them to collaborate across exchange program and age cohorts. Alumni Leadership Multi-Media Content. Develop content that elevates the leadership of our alumni including videos, photo, audio (podcasts). Organizations are encouraged to submit proposals with a detailed budget for the above activities. These proposals should outline how the applicant will provide the following: Logistical Support: Guarantee transportation arrangements or reimbursement to cover travel to and from the events, hotel accommodation for participants, conference space, meals, receptions, and supplies. Training. Design and implement a training program in project management or other topic appealing to alumni with a virtual and in-person component. Identify and deploy mentors. Content. Coordinate panels, workshops, speakers, and exhibits for the Alumni Summit and other events. Design and implement the alumni survey and focus groups. Design and produce multi media content. Monitoring and Evaluation: Develop a monitoring and evaluation plan (to be approved by the Public Affairs Office) to measure the impact of these activities using before and after surveys as well as qualitative feedback. Small grants. Design and implement a small grants program linked to the alumni capacity building training sessions. Review and Selection Process The Public Affairs Section will evaluate all eligible applications. The evaluation process will consist of two stages. First, a technical review will be completed to ensure that proposals and organizations meet the criteria set forth above. Second, a Grant Review Committee comprised of personnel from the U.S. Mission Morocco will evaluate eligible proposals based on the criteria identified above. Audiences: Approximately 300 Alumni of U.S. Department of State exchange programs. B. FEDERAL AWARD INFORMATION Length of performance period: 12 months, renewable for up to 3 years Number of awards anticipated: one award (dependent on amounts) Award amounts: awards may range from a minimum of $100,000 to a maximum of $200,000. Total available funding: $200,000 Type of Funding: FY24 Smith Mundt Public Diplomacy Funds Anticipated programs start date: October 1st, 2024 This notice is subject to availability of funding. Funding Instrument Type: Cooperative Agreement. The Public Affairs Office will be actively involved in the awards implementation. The Public Affairs Office will provide input on the process of selecting of Alumni participants; Public Affairs will provide input on the program and speakers of each activity; and will consult with the awardee on venues and other logistical details. Program Performance Period: Proposed program activities should be completed in 12 month or less. C. ELIGILIBITY INFORMATION The following organizations are eligible to apply: 1. Eligible Applicants The Public Affairs Office encourages applications from Moroccan Registered Associations either led by Alumni of U.S. Government Exchange Programs, or which demonstrated experience in implementing programs involving Alumni of U.S. Government exchange programs are qualified to compete for this funding opportunity All grantees must have a non-profit status. Other Eligibility Requirements: Applicants should carefully review all elements of the USG Exchange Programs Integration Seminar Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) and be sure to fulfill all Eligibility Requirements including obtaining UEI and full SAM.gov registration before applying (See bottom of the Announcement for more details on the eligibility requirements and see under Additional resources for guidance on how to apply for UEI and NCAGE codes) 2. Cost Sharing or Matching There is no minimum or maximum percentage required for this competition. D. APPLICATION AND SUBMISSION INFORMATION Applications are due by, Monday May 6th, 2024. The proposal should be $100,000-$200,000. Complete UEI and SAM registration. The project should not have an intended start date before January 2025. All proposals must adhere to the policy explained in the U.S. Alumni Capacity Building Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) including the eligibility requirements. Please review these requirements carefully. Upload and complete these required forms from Grants.gov and U.S. Embassy Rabat webpage through the links below: SF424 (Application for Federal Assistance) SF424A (Budget Information) SF424B (Assurances) Project Narrative Form (in English) Applicant Organizational Information Form Budget Proposal (in USD) CVs for Director and key project personnel Submit all forms in electronic format to Rabatgrants@state.gov no later than, May 6th, 2024, at midnight. All questions about the Alumni Summit NOFO should be addressed to: Rabatgrants@state.gov (Subject: U.S. Alumni Capacity Building 2024-2025). 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. Content of Application Please ensure that: 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 pages are numbered All documents are formatted to 8 x 11 paper, and All Microsoft Word documents are single-spaced, 12-point Times New Roman font, with a minimum of 1-inch margins.

This program provides financial support to destinations for hosting regional and national meetings or conventions, helping cover facility rental and transportation costs to boost local economies.

The Fairs Capital Improvement Grant Program provides essential funding to certified agricultural fairs in Pennsylvania for the construction, renovation, and maintenance of fairground structures. Eligible fairs can receive up to $25,000 in grants, which require a 50% funding match by the recipients. This reimbursement grant aims to support the physical infrastructure of fairgrounds, enhancing their capacity to host agricultural events. Grant funds can be used for various projects, including new construction, renovation of existing buildings, utility upgrades, fencing improvements, roadway and pathway development, stormwater management, public address system installations, and land purchases. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual deadline: June 30th

The 4-H Reimbursement Program is designed to support county 4-H organizations in Pennsylvania by reimbursing a portion of their annual expenses for activities that promote leadership development. The program classifies organizations into four tiers based on membership, offering base funding plus additional per-member reimbursement. Tier 1 organizations with up to 1,000 members receive $1,000 plus $1.50 for each traditional member and $1.00 for each school enrichment/special interest member. Tier 2 covers 1,001 to 2,000 members with $2,500 base funding; Tier 3 includes 2,001 to 3,000 members with $3,000 base funding; and Tier 4 supports over 3,001 members with $3,500 base funding, with a maximum reimbursement of $9,000. The program aims to support the overall activities of the 4-H organizations, including public speaking, judging contests, scholarships, and administrative costs, among others. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual deadline: November 15th

AgWest Farm Credit's New Producer Grant Program supports new agricultural producers who have two years or less of operational experience or plan to start their operation within two years of applying. The grant aims to alleviate the challenge of lacking start-up funds, celebrating the ingenuity and passion of new producers. Successful applicants will receive a one-time $15,000 grant to support their operation's growth. The grant focuses on applicants within AgWest Farm Credit’s territory who are not current lending customers and are U.S. citizens or lawful residents.

This funding opportunity supports projects that improve the quality of life for low-income and rural communities in East Texas by addressing poverty through initiatives in education, health, economic opportunity, human services, arts and culture, and environmental conservation.

This program provides funding for feasibility studies that promote economic development and improve community resources in rural areas of Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.