Opportunity ID: 354201

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: STATE-BISHKEK-PDS-24-0005
Funding Opportunity Title: USG ALUMNI SMALL GRANTS PROGRAM
Opportunity Category: Other
Opportunity Category Explanation: The USG Alumni Small grants program is designed to engage USG Alumni by funding innovative projects that align with the prioritized themes.
Funding Instrument Type: Cooperative Agreement
Category of Funding Activity: Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification)
Category Explanation: The U.S. Embassy Bishkek Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State is soliciting proposals from Kyrgyz-republic-registered or U.S. non-governmental or not-for-profit organizations for the administration of the U.S. government sponsored (USG) Alumni Small Grants Program.
Expected Number of Awards:
Assistance Listings: 19.900 — AEECA/ESF PD Programs
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 1
Posted Date: May 14, 2024
Last Updated Date: May 14, 2024
Original Closing Date for Applications: Jul 05, 2024
Current Closing Date for Applications: Jul 05, 2024
Archive Date: Aug 04, 2024
Estimated Total Program Funding:
Award Ceiling: $170,000
Award Floor: $170,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification)
Additional Information on Eligibility: The following organizations are eligible to apply: • Non-governmental organizations• USG Alumni Associations• Not-for-profit organizations Previous grant experience should be documented in the organization’s application. Organizations should submit a copy of their certificate of registration from the appropriate government organization such as the Ministry of Justice in the Kyrgyz Republic. For this announcement, only organizations based in the Kyrgyz Republic are eligible to apply. Organizations must be headquartered in the Kyrgyz Republic to be eligible.

Additional Information

Agency Name: U.S. Mission to Kyrgyzstan
Description:

The USG Alumni Small grants program is designed to engage USG Alumni by funding innovative projects that align with the prioritized themes. The organization awarded this grant will demonstrate capacity for creative and effective solicitation of project proposals from USG Alumni, collecting applications biannually in spring and fall cycles. The chosen organization will also play a critical role in strengthening the USG Alumni network across all regions of the Kyrgyz Republic, organizing professional development seminars, and facilitating reunions to foster alumni community. PDS anticipates allocating approximately $88,000 to support between 10 to 15 alumni initiatives. Funding will be awarded based on panel review.

 

Program Goal:

Enhance engagement of U.S. government exchange alumni throughout the Kyrgyz Republic on key issues affecting their communities through skills-building, networking, and professional development opportunities. 

 

The goal of the program is to support 20-30 USG alumni-led projects that aim to strengthen the alumni community, benefit local communities, advance shared goals between the United States and the Kyrgyz Republic, and contribute to the professional and personal development of at least 500 USG alumni. This will be achieved through a series of reunions and professional and personal development workshops designed to enhance skills, foster networking, and promote continuous learning and collaboration among alumni.

Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Bishkek Grants Team
Email:BishkekProjectProposals@state.gov

Version History

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