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U.S. Embassy Lomé Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program Solicitation

The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Embassy in Lomé, Togo, is seeking proposals for its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State - U.S. Embassy Lomé, Public Diplomacy Section - Program Focus: - Strengthen U.S.-Togo relations through targeted, results-oriented projects - Promote economic growth, commercial ties, and American innovation - Enhance security cooperation and bilateral law enforcement collaboration - Expand English language and entrepreneurship education - Funding Details: - Total available funding: $60,000 - Individual awards: $5,000 to $25,000 each - Up to five awards anticipated - Eligibility: - U.S.-based and local not-for-profit organizations - Educational institutions, individuals, and public international organizations - Project Requirements: - Projects must align with goals such as increasing bilateral trade, supporting co-funding, and amplifying American excellence - Performance period: 6 to 18 months - Notable restrictions: No funding for partisan political activity, construction, religious activities, or fundraising - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned, as this is a grants program for public diplomacy activities, not a procurement of products.

Description

The U.S. Department of State’s Embassy Lomé announces an open competition to implement programs that strengthen the strategic relationship between the United States and Togo. This opportunity seeks targeted, results-oriented projects that promote economic growth, enhance security cooperation, and highlight American innovation and leadership. The program aims to support commercial ties that create jobs and drive innovation, encourage co-funding between U.S. and Togolese organizations, and shift the relationship from aid to trade. It also focuses on deepening security ties, showcasing American excellence, and expanding English language and entrepreneurship education to support workforce readiness and market-relevant skills.

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