The U.S. Embassy Cotonou is offering the Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund (SSH) grant to community organizations in Benin. The grant aims to support self-sustainable projects addressing health, social, and development concerns. With awards typically under $5,000, the program focuses on areas like agriculture, economic development, gender equality, sanitation, education, and health services. Community groups can submit applications until May 10, 2018. For detailed guidelines and application instructions, interested parties can visit the Embassy’s website or contact the Small-Grants Team. This opportunity is part of Embassy Cotonou’s commitment to empowering local communities in Benin.
Opportunity ID: 301994
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 2018001 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund (SSH) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Community Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 9 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.700 — General Department of State Assistance |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 21, 2018 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 30, 2018 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 30, 2018 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 10, 2018 |
| Archive Date: | May 30, 2018 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $60,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $10,000 |
| Award Floor: | $2,500 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | SSH funds are for registered Beninese organizations or associations. To qualify for an SSH Fund grant, projects must involve significant community contribution in the form of funding, materials, and/or labor. Applicants must have the ability to manage SSH projects independently and complete their project within twelve months of signing an SSH contract. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Benin |
| Description: | Embassy Cotonou is pleased to announce an open competition for community organizations in Benin to submit applications for a grant from the U.S. Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund (SSH). The application period is open until May 10, 2018, and awards are subject to fund availability. A detailed program description and application instructions can be found on Embassy Cotonou’s website, located at http://tiny.cc/CTNgrants. The SSH program is aimed at assisting Beninese community groups to develop lasting, self-sustainable projects that significantly impact communities by addressing critical health, social, and development concerns. Each year, Embassy Cotonou supports approximately six to ten projects with small grants, typically under $5,000. These grants have contributed to agricultural modernization, economic development, combatting early marriages and gender-based violence, improved sanitation, women’s empowerment, improved learning conditions, and greater access to clean water, health services, and education. To learn more about grant guidelines, please visit Embassy Cotonou’s website, or contact the Small-Grants Team at CotonouGrants@state.gov. |
| Link to Additional Information: | U.S. Embassy Cotonou Grant Opportunity Webpage |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Katherine Barbacci and Cosme Quenum
Small-Grants Team Phone 229-2136-7724 Email:CotonouGrants@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| The Embassy Cotonou is pleased to announce that the application period for the U.S. Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund (SSH) has been extended until May 10, 2018. | Apr 30, 2018 | |
| Apr 30, 2018 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 2018001 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund (SSH) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Community Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 9 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.700 — General Department of State Assistance |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 21, 2018 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 30, 2018 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 30, 2018 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 10, 2018 |
| Archive Date: | May 30, 2018 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $60,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $10,000 |
| Award Floor: | $2,500 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | SSH funds are for registered Beninese organizations or associations. To qualify for an SSH Fund grant, projects must involve significant community contribution in the form of funding, materials, and/or labor. Applicants must have the ability to manage SSH projects independently and complete their project within twelve months of signing an SSH contract. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Benin |
| Description: | Embassy Cotonou is pleased to announce an open competition for community organizations in Benin to submit applications for a grant from the U.S. Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund (SSH). The application period is open until May 10, 2018, and awards are subject to fund availability. A detailed program description and application instructions can be found on Embassy Cotonou’s website, located at http://tiny.cc/CTNgrants. The SSH program is aimed at assisting Beninese community groups to develop lasting, self-sustainable projects that significantly impact communities by addressing critical health, social, and development concerns. Each year, Embassy Cotonou supports approximately six to ten projects with small grants, typically under $5,000. These grants have contributed to agricultural modernization, economic development, combatting early marriages and gender-based violence, improved sanitation, women’s empowerment, improved learning conditions, and greater access to clean water, health services, and education. To learn more about grant guidelines, please visit Embassy Cotonou’s website, or contact the Small-Grants Team at CotonouGrants@state.gov. |
| Link to Additional Information: | U.S. Embassy Cotonou Grant Opportunity Webpage |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Katherine Barbacci and Cosme Quenum
Small-Grants Team Phone 229-2136-7724 Email:CotonouGrants@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 2018001 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund (SSH) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Community Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 9 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.700 — General Department of State Assistance |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 30, 2018 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 30, 2018 |
| Archive Date: | May 30, 2018 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $60,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $10,000 |
| Award Floor: | $2,500 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | SSH funds are for registered Beninese organizations or associations. To qualify for an SSH Fund grant, projects must involve significant community contribution in the form of funding, materials, and/or labor. Applicants must have the ability to manage SSH projects independently and complete their project within twelve months of signing an SSH contract. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Benin |
| Description: | Embassy Cotonou is pleased to announce an open competition for community organizations in Benin to submit applications for a grant from the U.S. Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund (SSH). The application period is open until April 30, 2018, and awards are subject to fund availability. A detailed program description and application instructions can be found on Embassy Cotonou’s website, located at http://tiny.cc/CTNgrants. The SSH program is aimed at assisting Beninese community groups to develop lasting, self-sustainable projects that significantly impact communities by addressing critical health, social, and development concerns. Each year, Embassy Cotonou supports approximately six to ten projects with small grants, typically under $5,000. These grants have contributed to agricultural modernization, economic development, combatting early marriages and gender-based violence, improved sanitation, women’s empowerment, improved learning conditions, and greater access to clean water, health services, and education. To learn more about grant guidelines, please visit Embassy Cotonou’s website, or contact the Small-Grants Team at CotonouGrants@state.gov. |
| Link to Additional Information: | U.S. Embassy Cotonou Grant Opportunity Webpage |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Katherine Barbacci and Cosme Quenum
Small-Grants Team Phone 229-2136-7724 Email:CotonouGrants@state.gov |
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