This grant, offered by the Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan, is exclusively for organizations led by alumni of U.S. government-funded programs. Its primary purpose is to fund projects that foster sustainable economic opportunity, enhance leadership training, or improve access to and quality of education. Eligible proposals must come from established organizations aiming to continue constructive work, with projects designed for sustainability beyond the grant period. Applicants, including joint submissions from two or more alumni, should provide a detailed plan outlining clear project goals and a timeline for their successful completion. The initiative seeks to empower alumni to drive impactful, lasting development within their communities.
Opportunity ID: 228034
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SCAKAB-13-GR-020-SCA-03252013 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Small Grants for Alumni of U.S. Government Funded Programs FY 2013 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Public Diplomacy |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 7 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.501 — Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 25, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 25, 2013 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 30, 2013 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 30, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | May 30, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligibility is open to organizations or companies run by Afghan individuals who have participated in a U.S. Government funded program, including but not limited to the International Visitor Leadership Program, the Hubert H. Humphrey fellowship, or the Fulbright Program. Proof of participation in a U.S. Government funded program which qualifies the individual as an alumnus or alumna is required. Alumni who submit proposals must already have an established organization or business, and a proven track record of success in implementing projects in Afghanistan. Afghan organizations must demonstrate current country registration license, competent programmatic ability and be able to meet reporting requirements. Please note: only applications from Afghan alumnus/alumna (of U.S. government programs) will be accepted. Applications from non-Afghan alumnus/alumna (of U.S. Government programs) will not be considered for funding. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs |
| Description: | The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan invites all eligible organizations headed by alumni of U.S. government-funded programs to submit a proposal for projects that will provide sustainable economic opportunity, leadership training, and/or increase access to or the quality of education. A successful proposal will come from an established organization to continue constructive work and request funding for a project or program that will be sustainable beyond the period of the grant. Two or more alumni may submit a joint proposal. The proposal should include a detailed plan outlining a clear description of the project or programs goals and how they will be completed within the specified period of time. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Pedro Palugyai, Grants Manager, Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy, Kabul, Afghanistan
Email:KabulPDProposals@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Typo corrected. | Mar 25, 2013 | |
| Mar 25, 2013 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SCAKAB-13-GR-020-SCA-03252013 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Small Grants for Alumni of U.S. Government Funded Programs FY 2013 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Public Diplomacy |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 7 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.501 — Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 25, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 25, 2013 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 30, 2013 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 30, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | May 30, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligibility is open to organizations or companies run by Afghan individuals who have participated in a U.S. Government funded program, including but not limited to the International Visitor Leadership Program, the Hubert H. Humphrey fellowship, or the Fulbright Program. Proof of participation in a U.S. Government funded program which qualifies the individual as an alumnus or alumna is required. Alumni who submit proposals must already have an established organization or business, and a proven track record of success in implementing projects in Afghanistan. Afghan organizations must demonstrate current country registration license, competent programmatic ability and be able to meet reporting requirements. Please note: only applications from Afghan alumnus/alumna (of U.S. government programs) will be accepted. Applications from non-Afghan alumnus/alumna (of U.S. Government programs) will not be considered for funding. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs |
| Description: | The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan invites all eligible organizations headed by alumni of U.S. government-funded programs to submit a proposal for projects that will provide sustainable economic opportunity, leadership training, and/or increase access to or the quality of education. A successful proposal will come from an established organization to continue constructive work and request funding for a project or program that will be sustainable beyond the period of the grant. Two or more alumni may submit a joint proposal. The proposal should include a detailed plan outlining a clear description of the project or programs goals and how they will be completed within the specified period of time. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Pedro Palugyai, Grants Manager, Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy, Kabul, Afghanistan
Email:KabulPDProposals@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SCAKAB-13-GR-020-SCA-03252013 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Small Grants for Alumni of U.S. Government Funded Programs ? FY 2013 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Public Diplomacy |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 7 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.501 — Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 25, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 30, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | May 30, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $500,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligibility is open to organizations or companies run by Afghan individuals who have participated in a U.S. Government funded program, including but not limited to the International Visitor Leadership Program, the Hubert H. Humphrey fellowship, or the Fulbright Program. Proof of participation in a U.S. Government funded program which qualifies the individual as an alumnus or alumna is required. Alumni who submit proposals must already have an established organization or business, and a proven track record of success in implementing projects in Afghanistan. Afghan organizations must demonstrate current country registration license, competent programmatic ability and be able to meet reporting requirements. Please note: only applications from Afghan alumnus/alumna (of U.S. government programs) will be accepted. Applications from non-Afghan alumnus/alumna (of U.S. Government programs) will not be considered for funding. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs |
| Description: | The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan invites all eligible organizations headed by alumni of U.S. government-funded programs to submit a proposal for projects that will provide sustainable economic opportunity, leadership training, and/or increase access to or the quality of education. A successful proposal will come from an established organization to continue constructive work and request funding for a project or program that will be sustainable beyond the period of the grant. Two or more alumni may submit a joint proposal. The proposal should include a detailed plan outlining a clear description of the project or programs goals and how they will be completed within the specified period of time. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Pedro Palugyai, Grants Manager, Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy, Kabul, Afghanistan
Email:KabulPDProposals@state.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 228034 Full Announcement-1 -> 020 alumni grants fy 2013 rfgp final.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Pedro Palugyai, Grants Manager, Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy, Kabul, Afghanistan Email: KabulPDProposals@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.501 | PKG00171271 | Mar 25, 2013 | Apr 30, 2013 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
228034 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
228034 Budget-1.1.pdf
228034 Project-1.1.pdf
228034 SF424A-1.0.pdf
228034 SF424B-1.1.pdf
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