This Department of State grant is for strengthening inclusive small business growth and enhancing economic resilience in Central America. The WHA/PPC division is offering this open competition to support Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs), ensuring they become accredited, sustainable, and better equipped to build the capacity of local small businesses. This includes empowering businesses to enter larger markets, a crucial step for regional economic stability. By bolstering the capabilities of SBDCs, this initiative aims to foster robust small business development, improve the economic well-being of local communities, and contribute to overall regional economic growth. Successful applicants will play a vital role in creating a more resilient and inclusive economic landscape across Central America by providing essential support and resources to emerging and established small enterprises.
Opportunity ID: 352523
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0010258 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Strengthening Inclusive Small Business Growth in Central America |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Employment, Labor and Training |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.750 — Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA) Grant Programs (including Energy and Climate Partnership for the Americas) |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 7 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 20, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 09, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 19, 2024 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 19, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | May 19, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,677,050 |
| Award Floor: | $1,677,050 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | U.S. Non-profit/non-governmental organizations (NGOs) having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS or overseas-based NGOs, institutions of higher education, U.S. based Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) or associations, and public international organizations (PIOs). Locally based NGOs are strongly encouraged to apply. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of State |
| Description: |
The WHA/PPC of the DoS announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to support SBDCs to be accredited, sustainable, and better able to build the capacity of local small businesses, including to enter larger markets. Strengthening the capacity of SBDCs in Central America will enhance the economic resilience of local communities, foster small business development, and promote regional economic stability. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
WHAGrants@state.gov
Email:WHAGrants@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Q&A document #6 added to Related Document. | Apr 09, 2024 | |
| Q&A Document #5 has been added to Related Documents. | Feb 20, 2024 | |
| Q&A Document #4 added to Related Documents. | Feb 20, 2024 | |
| Q&A Document #3 added to Related Documents. | Feb 20, 2024 | |
| Q&A document was added to Related Documents. | Feb 20, 2024 | |
| Q&A Document added to Related Documents. | Feb 20, 2024 | |
| Feb 20, 2024 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 7
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0010258 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Strengthening Inclusive Small Business Growth in Central America |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Employment, Labor and Training |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.750 — Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA) Grant Programs (including Energy and Climate Partnership for the Americas) |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 7 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 20, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 09, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 19, 2024 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 19, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | May 19, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,677,050 |
| Award Floor: | $1,677,050 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | U.S. Non-profit/non-governmental organizations (NGOs) having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS or overseas-based NGOs, institutions of higher education, U.S. based Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) or associations, and public international organizations (PIOs). Locally based NGOs are strongly encouraged to apply. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of State |
| Description: |
The WHA/PPC of the DoS announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to support SBDCs to be accredited, sustainable, and better able to build the capacity of local small businesses, including to enter larger markets. Strengthening the capacity of SBDCs in Central America will enhance the economic resilience of local communities, foster small business development, and promote regional economic stability. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
WHAGrants@state.gov
Email:WHAGrants@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 6
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0010258 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Strengthening Inclusive Small Business Growth in Central America |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Employment, Labor and Training |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.750 — Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA) Grant Programs (including Energy and Climate Partnership for the Americas) |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 6 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 20, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 28, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 19, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | May 19, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,677,050 |
| Award Floor: | $1,677,050 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | U.S. Non-profit/non-governmental organizations (NGOs) having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS or overseas-based NGOs, institutions of higher education, U.S. based Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) or associations, and public international organizations (PIOs). Locally based NGOs are strongly encouraged to apply. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of State |
| Description: |
The WHA/PPC of the DoS announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to support SBDCs to be accredited, sustainable, and better able to build the capacity of local small businesses, including to enter larger markets. Strengthening the capacity of SBDCs in Central America will enhance the economic resilience of local communities, foster small business development, and promote regional economic stability. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
WHAGrants@state.gov
Email:WHAGrants@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 5
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0010258 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Strengthening Inclusive Small Business Growth in Central America |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Employment, Labor and Training |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.750 — Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA) Grant Programs (including Energy and Climate Partnership for the Americas) |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 5 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 20, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 18, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 19, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | May 19, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,677,050 |
| Award Floor: | $1,677,050 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | U.S. Non-profit/non-governmental organizations (NGOs) having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS or overseas-based NGOs, institutions of higher education, U.S. based Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) or associations, and public international organizations (PIOs). Locally based NGOs are strongly encouraged to apply. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of State |
| Description: |
The WHA/PPC of the DoS announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to support SBDCs to be accredited, sustainable, and better able to build the capacity of local small businesses, including to enter larger markets. Strengthening the capacity of SBDCs in Central America will enhance the economic resilience of local communities, foster small business development, and promote regional economic stability. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
WHAGrants@state.gov
Email:WHAGrants@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0010258 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Strengthening Inclusive Small Business Growth in Central America |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Employment, Labor and Training |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.750 — Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA) Grant Programs (including Energy and Climate Partnership for the Americas) |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 20, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 14, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 19, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | May 19, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,677,050 |
| Award Floor: | $1,677,050 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | U.S. Non-profit/non-governmental organizations (NGOs) having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS or overseas-based NGOs, institutions of higher education, U.S. based Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) or associations, and public international organizations (PIOs). Locally based NGOs are strongly encouraged to apply. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of State |
| Description: |
The WHA/PPC of the DoS announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to support SBDCs to be accredited, sustainable, and better able to build the capacity of local small businesses, including to enter larger markets. Strengthening the capacity of SBDCs in Central America will enhance the economic resilience of local communities, foster small business development, and promote regional economic stability. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
WHAGrants@state.gov
Email:WHAGrants@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0010258 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Strengthening Inclusive Small Business Growth in Central America |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Employment, Labor and Training |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.750 — Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA) Grant Programs (including Energy and Climate Partnership for the Americas) |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 20, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 13, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 19, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | May 19, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,677,050 |
| Award Floor: | $1,677,050 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | U.S. Non-profit/non-governmental organizations (NGOs) having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS or overseas-based NGOs, institutions of higher education, U.S. based Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) or associations, and public international organizations (PIOs). Locally based NGOs are strongly encouraged to apply. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of State |
| Description: |
The WHA/PPC of the DoS announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to support SBDCs to be accredited, sustainable, and better able to build the capacity of local small businesses, including to enter larger markets. Strengthening the capacity of SBDCs in Central America will enhance the economic resilience of local communities, foster small business development, and promote regional economic stability. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
WHAGrants@state.gov
Email:WHAGrants@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0010258 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Strengthening Inclusive Small Business Growth in Central America |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Employment, Labor and Training |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.750 — Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA) Grant Programs (including Energy and Climate Partnership for the Americas) |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 20, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 26, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 19, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | May 19, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,677,050 |
| Award Floor: | $1,677,050 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | U.S. Non-profit/non-governmental organizations (NGOs) having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS or overseas-based NGOs, institutions of higher education, U.S. based Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) or associations, and public international organizations (PIOs). Locally based NGOs are strongly encouraged to apply. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of State |
| Description: |
The WHA/PPC of the DoS announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to support SBDCs to be accredited, sustainable, and better able to build the capacity of local small businesses, including to enter larger markets. Strengthening the capacity of SBDCs in Central America will enhance the economic resilience of local communities, foster small business development, and promote regional economic stability. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
WHAGrants@state.gov
Email:WHAGrants@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0010258 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Strengthening Inclusive Small Business Growth in Central America |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Employment, Labor and Training |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.750 — Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA) Grant Programs (including Energy and Climate Partnership for the Americas) |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 20, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 20, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 19, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | May 19, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,677,050 |
| Award Floor: | $1,677,050 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | U.S. Non-profit/non-governmental organizations (NGOs) having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS or overseas-based NGOs, institutions of higher education, U.S. based Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) or associations, and public international organizations (PIOs). Locally based NGOs are strongly encouraged to apply. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of State |
| Description: |
The WHA/PPC of the DoS announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to support SBDCs to be accredited, sustainable, and better able to build the capacity of local small businesses, including to enter larger markets. Strengthening the capacity of SBDCs in Central America will enhance the economic resilience of local communities, foster small business development, and promote regional economic stability. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
WHAGrants@state.gov
Email:WHAGrants@state.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 352523 Full Announcement-Inclusive SB Growth -> QA_SFOP0010258_4_031424.pdf
Folder 352523 Full Announcement-Inclusive SB Growth -> Q&A SFOP0010258 1.pdf
Folder 352523 Full Announcement-Inclusive SB Growth -> QA_SFOP0010258_5_032824.pdf
Folder 352523 Full Announcement-Inclusive SB Growth -> QA_SFOP0010258_6_040924.pdf
Folder 352523 Full Announcement-Inclusive SB Growth -> QA_SFOP0010258_3_031424.pdf
Folder 352523 Full Announcement-Inclusive SB Growth -> Budget Guidelines.pdf
Folder 352523 Full Announcement-Inclusive SB Growth -> PSI Strengthening Inclusive Small Business Growth in Central America.pdf
Folder 352523 Full Announcement-Inclusive SB Growth -> Budget Template 5.18.pdf
Folder 352523 Full Announcement-Inclusive SB Growth -> Q&A SFOP0010258 2.pdf
Folder 352523 Full Announcement-Inclusive SB Growth -> Notice of Funding Opportunity – Strengthening Inclusive Small Business Growth in Central America (002).pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | WHAGrants@state.gov Email: WHAGrants@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.750 | SFOP0010258 | Strengthening Inclusive Small Business Growth in Central America | PKG00284961 | Feb 20, 2024 | Apr 19, 2024 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
352523 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
352523 SF424A-1.0.pdf
352523 SF424B-1.1.pdf
352523 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
352523 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
352523 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
352523 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
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