The Uganda USAID-Kampala office has launched an ambitious funding opportunity, designated as 72061724APS00001, titled “TARGETING THE LEARNING CRISIS.” This initiative marks a significant step forward in addressing educational challenges in Uganda, with an impressive funding ceiling of $45,000,000. The program is part of the United States Agency for International Development’s (USAID) broader efforts to enhance educational standards and outcomes in Uganda, focusing specifically on basic and early childhood education sectors.
Open to a wide range of entities, this cooperative agreement aims to foster partnerships between civil society, non-governmental organizations, and the private sector, aligning with the priorities of both the Government of Uganda and the USG. The core objective of the program is to increase the sustainability and impact of USAID’s development assistance in Uganda’s education sector. Applicants are required to submit a detailed concept paper outlining their approach and strategies to address the learning crisis in the country. The deadline for application submission is set for November 28, 2024, representing a crucial opportunity for organizations committed to making a profound difference in the educational landscape of Uganda.
Opportunity ID: 351198
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 72061724APS00001 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | TARGETING THE LEARNING CRISIS |
| Opportunity Category: | Mandatory |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 3 |
| CFDA Number(s): | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Nov 29, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Nov 29, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 28, 2024 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 28, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | Dec 28, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $ 45,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $45,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $3,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Uganda USAID-Kampala |
| Description: | The Uganda TLC APS seeks to engage the private and civil sectors in priority areas, as defined by the Government of Uganda (GOU) and the United States Government (USG).
This initiative is designed to increase sustainability and impact of USAID/Uganda’s development assistance through civil society and non-governmental organization related partnerships in the following focus areas: 1. Basic Education 2. Early Childhood Education This APS requires submission of a five-page concept paper that answers the questions provided in SECTION D: APPLICATION AND SUBMISSION INFORMATION of the attached APS. Interested organizations must read this attachment in its entirety and follow the instructions to apply to this APS. |
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| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: Anita Mbaziira
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