The U.S. Embassy of the United States of America is offering the Ambassador’s Special Self-Help (SSH) Fund. This grant is specifically designed to assist Mozambican community organizations and groups in developing impactful, lasting, and self-sustaining projects. The primary purpose of this fund is to empower local communities by fostering initiatives that bring broad benefits to their residents. Eligible proposals should demonstrate a clear plan for community development and long-term sustainability, ensuring the positive effects extend beyond the grant period. This opportunity aims to strengthen grassroots efforts and promote self-reliance within Mozambican communities.
Opportunity ID: 333450
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SMZ-500-FY21-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U. S. AMBASSADOR’S SPECIAL SELF-HELP FUND |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | The Embassy of the United States of America in Mozambique welcomes the submission of proposals for funding under the Ambassador’s Special Self-Help (SSH) Fund. |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Community Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 8 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.220 — Ambassadors’ Special Self Help Fund |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | May 11, 2021 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 11, 2021 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 31, 2021 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 31, 2021 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $55,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $10,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1,000 |
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: • Registered not-for-profit organizations, including civil society/non-governmental, organizations headquartered in Mozambique. • Established, registered grassroots community-based organizations (CBOs) and Faith Based Organizations (FBOs) headquartered in Mozambique. • For-profit, commercial entities and individuals are not eligible to apply. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Mozambique |
| Description: |
The Embassy of the United States of America welcomes the submission of proposals for funding under the Ambassador’s Special Self-Help (SSH) Fund. The SSH Fund assists Mozambican community organizations and groups to develop lasting, self-sustaining projects that benefit entire communities. |
| Link to Additional Information: | SSH NOFO and Application Form |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Aissa R Ibraimo
Small Grants Coordinator Phone 258-21492797 Email:ibraimoai@state.gov |
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Related Documents
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Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Aissa R Ibraimo Small Grants Coordinator Phone 258-21492797 Email: ibraimoai@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.220 | SMZ500-21-001 | SSH 2021 – 001 | PKG00267032 | Apr 15, 2021 | May 31, 2021 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
333450 SF424_3_0-3.0.pdf
333450 SF424B-1.1.pdf
333450 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
333450 SF424A-1.0.pdf
333450 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf