Grants for Individuals - International Development

PDS Niamey invites individuals or organizations interested in submitting a proposal to use the award as seed money to generate buy-in from other stakeholders. We will be looking for partnerships and cost-sharing with host country civil society organizations and the business community that can extend the impact of your proposals. Competitive proposals will also address the issue of sustainability explaining how the project or program will continue beyond the initial support from the U.S. government. All programs must include an American cultural element, or connection with American expert(s), organization(s), or institution(s) in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives.

This grant provides funding for projects that strengthen U.S.-UK relations through cultural exchanges, educational initiatives, and public engagement activities targeting diverse audiences across the UK.

This funding opportunity supports partnerships between accredited universities in the U.S. and Côte d’Ivoire to promote academic exchange, joint research, and professional development initiatives that foster mutual understanding and sustainability.

The U.S. Mission to Ecuador through the Public Diplomacy Section (PDS), announces an open competition for organizations and individuals to submit proposals to implement projects with innovative approaches to counter irregular migration in Ecuador.

This funding opportunity supports U.S. government-sponsored exchange program alumni in Eswatini to implement innovative projects that strengthen U.S.-Eswatini ties and benefit local communities.

This funding opportunity supports organizations and individuals in Singapore to create projects that promote U.S. values and strengthen ties between the U.S. and Singapore through cultural, educational, and professional initiatives.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for U.S. and Japanese organizations, educational institutions, and individuals to develop projects that strengthen U.S.-Japan relations through cultural, educational, and strategic initiatives.

This funding opportunity supports organizations in planning and executing a major conference that connects Indonesian alumni of U.S. exchange programs, fostering bilateral relations and showcasing American achievements.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and educational institutions in the U.S. and Kazakhstan to strengthen ties through sports and digital skills development, particularly for young professionals outside major cities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for U.S. and Tunisian organizations to develop innovative public diplomacy programs that strengthen ties between the two countries across various thematic areas.

This grant provides financial support for grassroots community development projects worldwide, prioritizing initiatives led by Returned Peace Corps Volunteers and current volunteers with ties to Northern California.

This funding opportunity supports alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs in South Africa to create community-based projects that foster collaboration, leadership, and alignment with U.S. foreign policy objectives.

This fellowship provides funding for internationally recognized scholars to conduct research on the political aspects of inequality while engaging with the academic community at the University of Konstanz.

This funding opportunity supports alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs in Sierra Leone to create impactful community projects that promote democratic values and cross-cultural exchange, celebrating American excellence.

This funding opportunity supports organizations engaged in scientific research and education that align with the foundation's mission, requiring an initial Letter of Inquiry for consideration.

This grant provides financial support to independent media creators, particularly those from marginalized communities, to produce projects that promote anarchist values and engage with pressing social and political issues.

This funding opportunity supports research projects in historical humanities across various disciplines, including archaeology, art history, and social sciences, with a focus on both historical and contemporary societal issues.

This funding opportunity supports innovative projects that develop affordable essential nutrients for mothers and children in low- and middle-income countries, aiming to combat malnutrition and improve health outcomes.

This fellowship provides a stipend for scholars, practitioners, and public intellectuals to conduct policy-relevant research that addresses global challenges while engaging with the Washington policy community.

This funding opportunity supports innovative projects that foster mutual understanding and collaboration between the United States and Mauritius and Seychelles in areas such as education, arts, community development, and environmental awareness.