The U.S. Embassy Tokyo’s Public Affairs Section, operating under the U.S. Department of State, is announcing an open competition. This grant is for organizations seeking to submit proposals focused on English teacher training projects. The core purpose is to significantly improve the communicative English language teaching skills among Japanese elementary and secondary school teachers. By investing in professional development for educators, this initiative aims to elevate the standard of English language instruction across Japan. The grant seeks innovative projects that can equip teachers with effective methodologies, ultimately benefiting countless students by enhancing their learning experience and fostering stronger bilateral educational ties.
Opportunity ID: 331213
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | TOKYO-PAS-FY21-01-09 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | FY2021 U.S. Embassy Tokyo: English Language Teacher |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement Grant Other |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 3 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 29, 2021 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jan 29, 2021 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 31, 2021 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 31, 2021 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $128,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $64,000 |
| Award Floor: | $5,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Private institutions of higher education Individuals Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations – Public and private educational institutions – Public international organizations and governmental institutions – Individuals |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Japan |
| Description: |
The U.S. Embassy Tokyo’s Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit proposals for English teacher training projects to improve the communicative English language teaching skills of Japanese elementary and secondary school teachers. |
| Link to Additional Information: | U.S. Embassy Tokyo Grants |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Tokyo PAS
Grants Management Phone 81-3-3224-5000 Email:tokyopasgrants@state.gov |
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Related Documents
Folder 331213 Full Announcement-TOKYO-PAS-FY21-01-09 -> nofo-feb2021-01-09-teacher-e.pdf
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