Simpler Grants.gov #26-MMR-NOFO-003

Small Grants Competition for U.S. Policy Programs in Burma (Jefferson Center Mandalay)

The U.S. Embassy Rangoon, under the U.S. Department of State, is launching the Jefferson Center Mandalay (JCM) Small Grants Competition to support projects advancing U.S. foreign policy in Burma. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State - U.S. Embassy Rangoon - Jefferson Center Mandalay, Public Diplomacy Section - No OEMs or commercial product vendors are involved, as this is a grants competition for programmatic services. - Products/Services Requested: - Programmatic services and projects that promote: - Democratic governance and rule of law - Anti-trafficking and anti-corruption efforts - Digital freedom - Vocational and English language training - Economic ties and entrepreneurship - STEM education - Showcasing American cultural excellence - Projects must include a concrete American element (e.g., U.S. experts, institutions, or content) - Target audiences include youth, civil society, commercial entities, and educational institutions in Burma, especially Mandalay - Notable Requirements: - Only not-for-profit organizations, think tanks, NGOs, alumni of USG exchanges, private educational institutions, individuals, and Public International Organizations are eligible - For-profit entities are not eligible - Each organization may submit only one proposal - Organizations must be registered in SAM.gov - Up to five awards will be made, with individual grants ranging from $1,000 to $10,000, totaling $22,000 - Projects must be completed within 12 months, with possible non-competitive continuation based on progress and funding

Description

The U.S. Embassy Rangoon announces an open competition for organizations and individuals to submit proposals for programs that advance current U.S. foreign policy priorities in Burma. Projects must support America First objectives by advancing U.S. strategic and economic interests and promoting reciprocal engagement with Burma. Eligible projects include those that promote democratic governance, vocational and English language training, economic ties, and American cultural excellence. Funding is provided as grants ranging from $1,000 to $10,000, with a total available amount of $22,000 and an anticipated project start date of November 30, 2026.

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