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Small Grants for Public Diplomacy Programs in Angola and São Tomé and Príncipe

The U.S. Embassy Luanda Public Diplomacy Section, under the U.S. Department of State, is seeking proposals for small grants to support public diplomacy initiatives in Angola and São Tomé and Príncipe. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State - U.S. Embassy Luanda Public Diplomacy Section - Eligible Applicants: - Not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, individuals, and governmental entities - Program Focus: - Strengthening ties between the United States, Angola, and São Tomé and Príncipe - Education, cultural, and exchange programs supporting U.S. priorities and bilateral cooperation - Priority areas include: - U.S.-Angola partnership - Professional skills development (resume writing, digital literacy, financial literacy, public speaking, communication skills, entrepreneurship) - Economic growth for small to medium-sized businesses - Mutual understanding through American cultural heritage and English proficiency - Funding Details: - Total available funding: $140,000 - Individual awards: $10,000 to $50,000 - Anticipated number of awards: up to 5 - Notable Requirements: - Proposals must include a strong American cultural element or connection with American experts, organizations, or institutions - Target audience and measurable outcomes must be clearly identified - Most applicants must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and be registered in SAM.gov (except individuals) - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned, as this is a programmatic grant opportunity rather than a product or equipment procurement.

Description

This solicitation is a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) from the U.S. Embassy Luanda Public Diplomacy Section, seeking proposals for small grants that strengthen ties between the United States, Angola, and São Tomé and Príncipe. Eligible projects include education, cultural, and exchange programs that support U.S. priorities, highlight shared values, and promote bilateral cooperation. Priority areas include promoting U.S.-Angola partnership, professional skills development, economic growth, and mutual understanding. Awards range from $10,000 to $50,000, with a total available funding of $140,000 and an anticipated 5 awards. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, individuals, and governmental entities.

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