The Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs of the U.S. Department of State is offering this grant to organizations through an open competition to implement programs aimed at improving the business environment in Central Asia. This grant is for the purpose of fostering economic development and creating a more favorable climate for businesses operating within the Central Asian region. It invites applications from eligible organizations committed to enhancing economic reforms, promoting private sector growth, and streamlining regulatory frameworks. The initiative seeks to strengthen regional economic integration and attract investment, ultimately leading to sustainable prosperity and job creation. This funding opportunity supports efforts that contribute to a transparent, competitive, and predictable business landscape across the region.
Opportunity ID: 339678
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0008900 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Improving the Business Environment in Central Asia |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Business and Commerce |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.108 — Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 21, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 26, 2022 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 30, 2022 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 30, 2022 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,975,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,975,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1,775,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | U.S. and foreign Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations U.S. and Foreign Public and private educational institutions |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs |
| Description: |
The Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out the Improving the Business Environment in Central Asia program. See the NOFO for further details. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Link to Opportunity in SAMS Domestic |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Zulfikar Khan
Email:khanz@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Modify organization type eligibility | Apr 26, 2022 | |
| Apr 21, 2022 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0008900 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Improving the Business Environment in Central Asia |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Business and Commerce |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.108 — Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 21, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 26, 2022 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 30, 2022 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 30, 2022 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,975,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,975,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1,775,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | U.S. and foreign Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations U.S. and Foreign Public and private educational institutions |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs |
| Description: |
The Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out the Improving the Business Environment in Central Asia program. See the NOFO for further details. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Link to Opportunity in SAMS Domestic |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Zulfikar Khan
Email:khanz@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0008900 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Improving the Business Environment in Central Asia |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Business and Commerce |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.108 — Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 21, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 21, 2022 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 30, 2022 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $1,975,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,975,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1,775,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs |
| Description: | The Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out the Improving the Business Environment in Central Asia program. See the NOFO for further details. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Link to Opportunity in SAMS Domestic |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
khanz@state.gov
Email:- |
Related Documents
Folder 339678 Full Announcement-NOFO and Related Documents -> Proposal Submission Instructions (PSI) (1).pdf
Folder 339678 Full Announcement-NOFO and Related Documents -> Budget Template 2020.pdf
Folder 339678 Full Announcement-NOFO and Related Documents -> IBECA Notice of Funding Opportunity.pdf
Folder 339678 Full Announcement-NOFO and Related Documents -> Budget Guidelines 2020.pdf
Folder 339678 Full Announcement-NOFO and Related Documents -> Gender Analysis Questions (1).pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Zulfikar Khan Email: khanz@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.108 | SFOP0008900 | Improving the Business Environment in Central Asia | PKG00273710 | Apr 21, 2022 | Jun 30, 2022 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
339678 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
339678 SF424A-1.0.pdf
339678 SF424B-1.1.pdf
339678 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
339678 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
339678 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
339678 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
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