Federal International Development Grants

This funding opportunity supports non-profit organizations and cultural institutions in Lebanon to preserve and restore cultural heritage sites and traditions in areas facing disaster, political instability, or economic challenges.

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and educational institutions to design and implement international exchange programs for foreign leaders, fostering mutual understanding and collaboration between the U.S. and other nations.

he U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy (CDP) announcesan open competition for organizations with the capacity and interest to carry out the project outlined in this announcement. Pending the availability of funds, CDP anticipates awarding one [1] cooperative agreement of up to $4,000,000.00 USD. CDP reserves the right to award more or less funding or make no award as is in the best interest of the US Government. This project aims to work with partner countries adopt world-leading cloud-based cybersecurity, data protection, disaster response, and recovery solutions. This project will be global in nature, with an initial focus on the Pacific Island Nations (PICs).

The Empowering Female Community Leaders project will train female and male community leaders in vulnerable Upper West Region communities to strengthen their skills in conflict resolution and prevent violent extremism. As a result, female leaders will gain leadership skills and will be empowered to resist the threat of violent extremism growing from community conflicts along with their male counterparts. The trainings will focus on female community leader inclusion to empower women to take a larger role in community leadership.

The U.S. Embassy New Zealand Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to implement the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) to promote womens social and economic empowerment, pending the availability of funds. The cohort should take place sometime between 2025-2026. Each AWE cohort should include about 30 women meeting either online or in person. AWE cohorts may take place in any, all, or the following select countries: New Zealand, Niue, the Cook Islands, Tokelau, French Polynesia, New Caledonia, Wallis and Futuna, the Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Samoa, Palau, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, or the Federated States of Micronesia. About the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs By ensuring that women have the skills, capabilities, and resources to fully participate in the economy, AWE directly supports the U.S. National Strategy on Gender, Equity, and Equality. AWE was established in 2019 to provide women with the knowledge, networks and access to launch or scale successful businesses. Cohorts of approximately 30 women meet online and in-person to learn core business skills such as strategic planning, marketing and finance, then discuss the material with local facilitators, business leaders, and U.S. exchange alumni mentors. Through its partnership with Arizona State Universitys Thunderbird School for Global Management and the Freeport-McMoran Foundation, AWE utilizes a no-cost, online learning platform. Used by AWE since 2019, DreamBuilder teaches participants the fundamentals of starting or growing a small business from a U.S. perspective, offering modules on marketing, pricing, and bookkeeping, and includes a built-in business plan generator. It is available only in English and Spanish, though posts may conduct mentoring and facilitation in local languages. This year, implementing partners may also use a new online curriculum, in whole or in part the Najafi 100 Million Learners Global Initiative - alongside or instead of DreamBuilder. 100 Million Learners Global Entrepreneurship and Innovation Bootcamp may be most suitable to implementing partners who are looking for a more challenging business curriculum, or who wish to provide complementary modules on key topics in entrepreneurship and innovation. 100 Million Learners is currently offered in 20 languages and will add up to 20 more in the future. Proposals to establish new AWE cohorts must use either DreamBuilder or 100 Million Learners for their curriculum.

This grant provides funding for organizations to develop innovative educational programs that improve reading and math skills for primary school students in Uganda, particularly in vulnerable districts affected by the learning crisis.

This is a Notice of Intent. There is no announcement related to this notice. We are not accepting applications. Subject to the availability of funds, USDOLs Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB) intends to provide funding to the International Labor Organization (ILO) Authority: DLMS 2-836 G.3: The recipient has unique qualifications to perform the type of activity to be funded.

PAS Philippines invites individuals and non-profit organizations to submit project proposals to carry out monthly programming at the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines American Center for a one-year period. The American Center is part of the sixteen American Spaces network in the Philippines. American Spaces are the U.S. governments primary public cultural and information centers abroad that provide free and open access for communities worldwide interested in learning more about the United States. Through people-to-people connections and modern environments equipped with advanced technologies, over 600 American Spaces in 140 countries serve as the initial experience that millions of global visitors have with the United States, building mutual understanding and partnership. These innovative hubs offer programs and events that foster learning, discussion, and civic engagement around democratic principles. In the fiscal year 2023, American Center Manila hosted programs for thousands of participants, many joining online. These programs focused on entrepreneurship, English language learning, environmental conservation, good governance, media literacy, STEM, and civic engagement. The primary audiences include high school students, undergraduate students, and academics. In 2024, American Center Manila aims to continue implementing impactful monthly programs for our audiences. Examples of projects include, but are not limited to: An incubation program empowering youth to become environmentally conscious entrepreneurs committed to sustainability. A good governance workshop training local government unit youth council members to become accountable and conscientious public servants. A science camp where participants are given hands-on training to stimulating STEM topics and innovative content such as artificial intelligence, coding, robotics, 3D modelling and printing. A media seminar for campus journalists equipping them with skills to combat misinformation and disinformation. Participation in global science competitions such as Technovation Girls and NASA Space Apps Challenge hackathon. The primary target audience are young Filipinos, aged 18 30 and the principal method of engagement will be through in-person programming at the American Center located at the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines. Virtual engagement may be a part of the overall strategy as a supplementary activity supporting in-person engagements. Preference will be given to proposals that prioritize and maximize the needs of Filipino public-school students and teachers while limiting overhead, equipment, and other expenses that do not directly support program participants. A successful proposal will develop a clear monthly calendar of activities spanning at least twelve months from September 2024 September 2025 at the American Center specifying a defined audience and directly addressing at least one of the six key programming areas below. Six Priority Program Areas Promote English Language Teaching and Learning: Build the skills of English language teachers and promote English language learning in all demographic sectors. Skills Development Programs: Empower young and professional audiences to develop skills in a wide array of areas that will help them meet local and global challenges and support inclusive and sustainable economic growth and opportunity. Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics: Prepare students with 21st century skills needed to succeed in their careers during the Information Age by engaging them in existing global competitions such as Technovation Girls and NASA Space Apps Challenge hackathon. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility: Provide guidance and resources to empower youth to promote effective change in their communities particularly on topics related to disability, sexual orientation, cultural sensitivity, ethnicity, social justice, racial equity, and managing biases. Media Literacy: Develop the ability of youth to identify and combat misinformation and disinformation especially on online platforms while supporting them to become responsible digital citizens. Environmental Conservation: Increase awareness on pressing environmental issues such as climate change, pollution, deforestation, biodiversity loss, food waste, and illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing.

Ladies/Gentlemen: The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for a Leader with Associate (LWA) cooperative agreement from qualified entities to implement the Civic DEFENDERS program. Eligibility for this award is not restricted. USAID intends to make an award to the applicant who best meets the objectives of this funding opportunity based on the merit review criteria described in this NOFO subject to a risk assessment. Eligible parties interested in submitting an application are encouraged to read this NOFO thoroughly to understand the type of program sought, application submission requirements, and selection process. To be eligible for award, the applicant must provide all information as required in this NOFO and meet eligibility standards in Section C of this NOFO. This funding opportunity is posted on www.grants.gov, and may be amended. It is the responsibility of the applicant to regularly check the website to ensure they have the latest information pertaining to this notice of funding opportunity and to ensure that the NOFO has been received from the internet in its entirety. USAID bears no responsibility for data errors resulting from transmission or conversion process. If you have difficulty registering on www.grants.gov or accessing the NOFO, please contact the Grants.gov Helpdesk at 1-800-518-4726 or via email at support@grants.gov for technical assistance. USAID may not award to an applicant unless the applicant has complied with all applicable Unique Entity Identifier and System for Award Management (SAM) requirements detailed in Section D.6.g. The registration process may take many weeks to complete. Therefore, applicants are encouraged to begin registration early in the process. Please send any questions to the point(s) of contact identified in Section G. The deadline for questions is shown above. Responses to questions received prior to the deadline will be furnished to all potential applicants through an amendment to this notice posted to www.grants.gov. Issuance of this notice of funding opportunity does not constitute an award commitment on the part of the Government nor does it commit the Government to pay for any costs incurred in preparation or submission of comments/suggestions or an application. Applications are submitted at the risk of the applicant. All preparation and submission costs are at the applicants expense. Thank you for your interest in USAID programs. Sincerely, Mir Ershadullah Agreement Officer

To implement a project aimed at advancing U.S. foreign policy and national security priorities outlined in the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) Act of 2022 (Div. A, P.L. 117-167). The Act established a new International Technology Security and Innovation Fund (ITSI Fund) to to support the development and adoption of secure semiconductors, [and] semiconductor supply chains with the goal to make the global semiconductor supply chain more resilient, diversified, and secure.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that aim to enhance workforce readiness, English language skills, and technology training for youth and early-career professionals in key cities of Cote d'Ivoire, fostering skills that align with U.S. economic and diplomatic interests.

The "Human Rights Activity" grant is a Request for Information (RFI) by USAID/Pakistan, seeking insights from various organizations and individuals to help design an effective human rights program in Pakistan, focusing on improving human rights protections, advocacy, and public awareness.

The U.S. Embassy Kampala/ Bureau of African Affairs of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a program to implement a media literacy and countering mis- and dis-information targeting senior radio/investigative journalists. The project will have two elements: (1) Training of senior members of broadcast media (presenters, reporters, investigative journalists, and producers) on how to detect and counter misinformation and disinformation. (2) Research and analysis of information manipulation and propaganda across Ugandas media landscape. The U.S. Mission in Uganda is concerned about the proliferation of information manipulation that negatively influences Ugandans perception of public health campaigns, domestic politics, the value of a democratic system, and other significant issues. The project aims to support one of the Public Diplomacy Sections (PDS) central goals of improving the professional development of the Ugandan media corps. Please follow all instructions below.

This funding opportunity provides significant financial support to U.S. colleges and universities for research and development projects aimed at improving global food security and nutrition through innovative agricultural practices.

This funding opportunity supports alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs in Saudi Arabia to develop innovative projects that promote cultural exchange, educational advancement, and bilateral cooperation, while celebrating the United States' 250th anniversary.

This funding opportunity supports alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs in implementing community service projects that address local challenges in Luxembourg and beyond.

The Political and Economic Section of the U.S. Embassy in Yaound, Cameroon, announces an open competition for experienced Cameroon-based Civil Society Organizations that are working in the areas of Environment to submit applications under the FY 2023 Climate Grants Program to advance sustainable landscapes. Note: The U.S. Embassy expects to receive funding for the Climate Grant program before September 30, 2024. Grant awards are contingent on the receipt of funding. If the program is not approved, no grants will be awarded under this call.

This grant provides funding to U.S. colleges and universities to develop training programs that educate Georgian importers and processors about U.S. poultry products, with the goal of increasing exports to Georgia and surrounding regions.

This funding opportunity supports innovative projects that strengthen the U.S.-Poland relationship by engaging Polish youth and professionals in areas like security, entrepreneurship, science, and culture, celebrating 250 years of American independence.

The "U.S. Embassy Oslo Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) Annual Program Statement" grant aims to fund projects by eligible organizations and individuals that promote U.S.-Norway relations, with a focus on areas such as global security, Arctic issues, climate change, media influence, diversity, cultural heritage, shared values, U.S. higher education, and cross-border collaborations.