Seeking Comment on Expanding Academic Partnerships-USAID

Deadline: January 31st, 2012.

Countries/Region:Washington DC

USAID has partnered with institutions around the world to tackle health, environmental, agricultural, and governance challenges. However, approaches to development now include the private sector, foundations, the military, and academia. In this regard, USAID may expand engagement with the academic community focused on . . . → Read More: Seeking Comment on Expanding Academic Partnerships-USAID

USAID-Conflict Mitigation and Reconciliation Programs and Activities

Deadline: March 9, 2012

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), Bureau for Democracy, Conflict, and Humanitarian Assistance (DCHA), Office of Conflict Management and Mitigation (CMM), invites applications for funding from qualified U.S. and non-U.S., non-profit or for-profit non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and international organizations (PIO or IO) to carry out activities . . . → Read More: USAID-Conflict Mitigation and Reconciliation Programs and Activities

USAID and Devex seek Entries for the Essay Contest

USAID is association with Devex, is currently inviting entries for the essay competition to find five most interesting and insightful opinions . . . → Read More: USAID and Devex seek Entries for the Essay Contest

USAID Mexico issues APS seeking Proposals from Private Sector Partners

USAID in Mexico has issued an Annual Program Statement (APS) soliciting proposals for public-private alliance to address Mexico’s development challenge . . . → Read More: USAID Mexico issues APS seeking Proposals from Private Sector Partners

USAID seeks Grant Applications from Indonesian NGOs

USAID/Indonesia has issued a call requesting applications from Indonesian NGOs to support in implementation of Community Empowerment . . . → Read More: USAID seeks Grant Applications from Indonesian NGOs

USAID, Peru issues APS seeking Proposals from Local Organizations for Implementing Activities

U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) in Peru has issued an Annual Program Statement (APS) soliciting concept notes from prospective local for-profit and non-for-profit organizations . . . → Read More: USAID, Peru issues APS seeking Proposals from Local Organizations for Implementing Activities

USAID invites Funding Proposals for Strengthening Political Accountability and Civic Engagement Program in Moldova

USAID is currently seeking funding proposals from eligible U.S. or non-U.S. non-profit or for-profit nongovernmental organizations . . . → Read More: USAID invites Funding Proposals for Strengthening Political Accountability and Civic Engagement Program in Moldova

USAID seeks Grant Applications for Improving the Quality of Education in Uganda

USAID, Uganda has announced a request inviting applications from interested and eligible organizations for funding . . . → Read More: USAID seeks Grant Applications for Improving the Quality of Education in Uganda

USAID, Nigeria seeks Grant Applications for Expanding Support Services for Orphans and Vulnerable Children

USAID/Nigeria has issued a request inviting grant applications from interested organizations for funding . . . → Read More: USAID, Nigeria seeks Grant Applications for Expanding Support Services for Orphans and Vulnerable Children

USAID, AusAID and World Vision seek Grant Proposals for Innovative Programs to Improve Child Literacy among Primary Grade Children

USAID, AusAID and World Vision seek Grant Proposals for Innovative Programs to Improve Child Literacy among Primary Grade Children . . . → Read More: USAID, AusAID and World Vision seek Grant Proposals for Innovative Programs to Improve Child Literacy among Primary Grade Children

USAID issues APS seeking Proposals to Encourage Innovation for Productivity Growth in all Sectors of the Armenian Economy

USAID in Armenia has issued the ‘Innovation for Productivity‘ Annual Program Statement (APS) soliciting proposals from prospective Armenian organizations . . . → Read More: USAID issues APS seeking Proposals to Encourage Innovation for Productivity Growth in all Sectors of the Armenian Economy

USAID, Ukraine seeks Proposals from NGOs for implementing the Improved HIV/AIDS Services among Most-at-Risk Populations

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Ukraine is seeking grant proposals from US or non-US non-profit or for-profit nongovernmental organizations (NGOs . . . → Read More: USAID, Ukraine seeks Proposals from NGOs for implementing the Improved HIV/AIDS Services among Most-at-Risk Populations

USAID seeks Proposals from Russian NGOs

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Russia is seeking grant proposals from Russian non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to assist in Implementation of Resilient Civil Society Project. . . . → Read More: USAID seeks Proposals from Russian NGOs

USAID seeks EOI for Supporting the Zimbabwe MOH and Child Welfare’s Program for PMTCT of HIV

USAID/Zimbabwe has announced a request inviting expressions of interest from local organizations for the program . . . → Read More: USAID seeks EOI for Supporting the Zimbabwe MOH and Child Welfare’s Program for PMTCT of HIV

USAID invites Private Voluntary Organizations and Cooperatives to implement Food for Peace Programs in Guatemala, Niger and Uganda

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Office of Food for Peace (FFP), is seeking applications (proposals for funding) from private voluntary organizations or cooperative . . . → Read More: USAID invites Private Voluntary Organizations and Cooperatives to implement Food for Peace Programs in Guatemala, Niger and Uganda

USAID, Afghanistan issues APS seeking Proposals from Private Sector Partners

USAID in Afghanistan has issued an Annual Program Statement (APS) soliciting applications from prospective private sector partners. . . . → Read More: USAID, Afghanistan issues APS seeking Proposals from Private Sector Partners

USAID Funding Opportunity to implement Ambassador’s Scholarship for Girls Program in Namibia

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) – Southern Africa has issued a request seeking applications from legally organized eligible local organizations . . . → Read More: USAID Funding Opportunity to implement Ambassador’s Scholarship for Girls Program in Namibia

USAID Funding Opportunity to support Systems of Family Cohesion and prevent Separation of Children in the Democratic Republic of Congo

USAID, East Africa is seeking applications from qualified U.S. and non U.S. organizations and institutions, in the form of partnerships or consortia that include DRC organizations . . . → Read More: USAID Funding Opportunity to support Systems of Family Cohesion and prevent Separation of Children in the Democratic Republic of Congo

$1.5 Million Awarded by USAID and Gates Foundation for Second Haiti Mobile Money Launch

The Haiti based mobile operator Voilà will receive a $1.5 million incentive award from the Haiti Mobile Money Initiative (HMMI). The announcement was made by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) . . . → Read More: $1.5 Million Awarded by USAID and Gates Foundation for Second Haiti Mobile Money Launch

USAID-Jordan celebrates graduation of 16 economic reporters

On Wednesday, the Jordan chapter of USAID honored 16 reporters with graduation, after they successfully participated in the “Economic Reporters Training Program.” USAID had collaborated with Future Builder’s Forum for the program. . . . → Read More: USAID-Jordan celebrates graduation of 16 economic reporters

CAIP funded by USAID invites CSO’s in Kosovo for Grants to improve the Lives of Non-Majority Communities

The Community Action Initiative Program (CAIP) is currently seeking application from civil society organizations registered in Kosovo aimed at improving the lives of communities. . . . → Read More: CAIP funded by USAID invites CSO’s in Kosovo for Grants to improve the Lives of Non-Majority Communities

USAID seeking comments & suggestions on a draft Program Description

USAID/Ethiopia is seeking comments & suggestions on a draft Program Description (PD) for the implementation of the Pastoralists Resiliency Improvement and Market Expansion. . . . → Read More: USAID seeking comments & suggestions on a draft Program Description

USAID grants $65 m to Nepal for development projects

The United States has provided funds worth USD 65 million to the government of Nepal. . . . → Read More: USAID grants $65 m to Nepal for development projects

USAID funding opportunity for Innovations in Gender Equality to promote Household Food Security Program

USAID has issued an Annual Program Statement (APS) seeking innovative ideas in the form of concept notes. . . . → Read More: USAID funding opportunity for Innovations in Gender Equality to promote Household Food Security Program

USAID and Its NGO Partners Working Together to Test Nutritional Impact Assessment Tool

USAID and Its NGO Partners are working together to test a nutritional impact assessment tool. . . . → Read More: USAID and Its NGO Partners Working Together to Test Nutritional Impact Assessment Tool

USAID at 50: Improving Health Services in Ethiopia

The 2011 annual Every One Campaign Race was co-sponsored by USAID. . . . → Read More: USAID at 50: Improving Health Services in Ethiopia

USAID funding opportunity under the Mozambique Media Strengthening Program

The USAID has issued a request for applications for the Mozambique Media Strengthening Program. . . . → Read More: USAID funding opportunity under the Mozambique Media Strengthening Program

USAID seeks concept papers for Innovation Fund for Ethiopian Agriculture

USAID) Ethiopia has issued a call for submission of concept papers . . . → Read More: USAID seeks concept papers for Innovation Fund for Ethiopian Agriculture

Public Health Institute receives $209.5 Million from USAID to develop Global Health Professionals

USAID has awarded $209.5 million to The Public Health Institute (PHI), in order to help it in its Global Health Fellows Program. . . . → Read More: Public Health Institute receives $209.5 Million from USAID to develop Global Health Professionals

Grameen Foundation and USAID Providing $3 Million for Peruvian Microfinance Institutions

Grameen Foundation and USAID providing a credit guarantee of $1.5 million to the Peruvian savings and credit cooperative. . . . → Read More: Grameen Foundation and USAID Providing $3 Million for Peruvian Microfinance Institutions

US grant to five NGOs working with the disabled in war-torn Sri Lanka

A grant of 3 million rupees will be given to five local organizations of Sri Lanka, by The United States Agency for International Development (USAID). . . . → Read More: US grant to five NGOs working with the disabled in war-torn Sri Lanka

USAID invites grant applications from Peruvian local organizations to promote a culture of ethical behavior and civic responsibility among youth, teachers and parents

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has issued a request for applications seeking proposals from eligible Peruvian local organizations (nongovernmental) for funding to support a program entitled Ethical Schools.

Purpose

Effectively tackling illicit activities in Peru, like corruption, illegal use of natural resources, and coca cultivation, involves efforts on . . . → Read More: USAID invites grant applications from Peruvian local organizations to promote a culture of ethical behavior and civic responsibility among youth, teachers and parents

World Vision extends support to “FWD Campaign” launched by USAID and Ad Council

Christian humanitarian organization World Vision has announced its full support for “FWD Campaign” that has been launched by USAID and the Ad Council to create public awareness for the Horn of Africa drought. This announcement has come at a time when fundraising campaign is lagging and famine conditions are spreading in the drought-hit . . . → Read More: World Vision extends support to “FWD Campaign” launched by USAID and Ad Council

USAID invests in micro-insurance project to enable its expansion in Senegal

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has announced to invest $8 million to micro-insurance project to enable its expansion to Senegal. The project is currently providing drought insurance for crops in Ethiopia.

Backed by Swiss Re, the micro-insurance project is a five-year project and is known as the ‘R4 Rural . . . → Read More: USAID invests in micro-insurance project to enable its expansion in Senegal

USAID grants $1.2million to Iraqi organizations under the first round of Access to Justice Program

In a program recently convened by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Baghdad, attended by program partners, the official aid agency of the US government announced the award of first round of grants under Iraq Access to Justice Program.

The meeting was attended by the representatives from the . . . → Read More: USAID grants $1.2million to Iraqi organizations under the first round of Access to Justice Program

USAID signs microfinance guarantee agreement with Bank Muamalat, first of its kind with an Islamic financial institution worldwide

USAID recently signed a loan guarantee agreement with Bank Mulamalat, Indonesia’s oldest Islamic bank, enabling low-income women in that country to apply for microfinance loans.  This $1.15 million agreement is USAID’s first-ever finance guarantee program with an Islamic financial institution worldwide.

The loan guarantee agreement builds on President Obama’s speech in . . . → Read More: USAID signs microfinance guarantee agreement with Bank Muamalat, first of its kind with an Islamic financial institution worldwide

IntraHealth International named in the top 20 USAID partner organizations

IntraHealth International – a social enterprise engaged in providing business intelligence- has been named in the top 20 among USAID partners. . . . → Read More: IntraHealth International named in the top 20 USAID partner organizations

USAID and NSF seek proposals under the Partnerships for Enhanced Engagement in Research program

USAID and NSF seek proposals from scientists in developing countries for funding under Partnerships for Enhanced Engagement in Research program. . . . → Read More: USAID and NSF seek proposals under the Partnerships for Enhanced Engagement in Research program

USAID seeks applications for the Democracy Fellowship – Disability/Human Rights under Special Programs to Address the Needs of Survivors

The Democracy Fellow will contribute to the management and oversight of programs supported by the disability fund and assist in promoting inclusive development. . . . → Read More: USAID seeks applications for the Democracy Fellowship – Disability/Human Rights under Special Programs to Address the Needs of Survivors

USAID and PRB invite journalists from Eastern and Southern Africa to participate in “Making Numbers Count” Regional Workshop in Nairobi to improve health and statistical data analysis skills

USAID and the Population Reference Bureau (PRB) are seeking applications from journalists in Eastern and Southern Africa to attend the first-of-its-kind regional journalism workshop aimed at improving their expertise in analyzing health-related survey and scientific data to provide accurate pictures of national development policies.

Other partners of USAID and PRB in . . . → Read More: USAID and PRB invite journalists from Eastern and Southern Africa to participate in “Making Numbers Count” Regional Workshop in Nairobi to improve health and statistical data analysis skills

USAID to fund $20 Million for a four-year Livelihoods Project in the Kivus and Orientale provinces in Eastern Congo

Source: http://www.enoughproject.org/blogs/us-fund-livelihoods-project-worth-20-million-eastern-congo

In response to a number of calls from various advocacy groups, USAID recently announced a $20 million livelihoods project in eastern Congo inviting proposals for a four-year program in the Kivus and Orientale provinces, focused on people affected by sexual violence and the conflict minerals trade. The project is basically aimed . . . → Read More: USAID to fund $20 Million for a four-year Livelihoods Project in the Kivus and Orientale provinces in Eastern Congo

USAID funding opportunity to support five year “Strengthening Transparency and Governance” program in Mongolia

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for Assistance Agreements from all U.S. and non-U.S. qualified organizations for funding to support a program entitled “Strengthening Transparency and Governance (STAGE).” The overall goal of the award of the RFA will be to provide technical assistance in order to support judicial . . . → Read More: USAID funding opportunity to support five year “Strengthening Transparency and Governance” program in Mongolia

USAID seeks applications from eligible organizations for Comprehensive, Integrated, and Sustainable HIV/AIDS Services program to enhance the multi‐sectoral response to the disease

USAID/Tanzania is seeking applications from Tanzanian, international, or US Non‐Governmental Organizations (NGOs) or private for‐profit organizations for the “Comprehensive, Integrated, and Sustainable HIV/AIDS Services” program aimed at enhancing multi‐sectoral response to HIV/AIDS.

Eligible organizations are invited to submit applications which describe proposed approaches and methods of building greater program sustainability and . . . → Read More: USAID seeks applications from eligible organizations for Comprehensive, Integrated, and Sustainable HIV/AIDS Services program to enhance the multi‐sectoral response to the disease

USAID and Rotary International hand over water facilities to three communities in the Ho municipality of Ghana

Source: http://edition.myjoyonline.com/pages/news/201108/71510.php

U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) in partnership with Rotary International have implemented a project to provide safe drinking water that will benefit over 10,000 people in three communities viz. Abutia Teti, Takla Gborgame and Nyive in the Ho municipality of Ghana.

These organizations are running this mechanized water . . . → Read More: USAID and Rotary International hand over water facilities to three communities in the Ho municipality of Ghana

USAID funding opportunity to implement the Citizen Engagement and Elections project in Mongolia

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for funding aimed at implementing the Citizen Engagement and Elections project (CEE) which will focus on citizen education, mobilization and political engagement activities in the period leading up to the June 2012 parliamentary elections in Mongolia.

Purpose

The purpose of . . . → Read More: USAID funding opportunity to implement the Citizen Engagement and Elections project in Mongolia

Education Department in Sindh Province of Pakistan gets $155 million grant from USAID

United States Agency for International development (USAID) has approved a grant of $155 million aimed at promoting the education sector in the Pakistani province of Sindh, said Sindh Education Secretary Siddiq Memon, reports Daily Times.

Mr. Memon reportedly said that during a recently held meeting between Education Minister of the province . . . → Read More: Education Department in Sindh Province of Pakistan gets $155 million grant from USAID

USAID open call for applications to fund Community Recovery and Livelihoods Project in the DRC

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications to fund a four (4) year program entitled Community Recovery and Livelihoods Project (CRLP) in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

This is full and open competition, under which any type of organization, large or small, commercial (for profit) . . . → Read More: USAID open call for applications to fund Community Recovery and Livelihoods Project in the DRC

USAID funding opportunity for a three-year Assistance Agreement “Combating Human Trafficking in the Philippines” program

United States Agency for International Development in the Philippines (USAID/Philippines) is seeking applications for an Assistance Agreement for a three‐year program entitled “Combating Human Trafficking in the Philippines”

USAID/Philippines trafficking in persons program will support targeted interventions based on relevance, selectivity, effectiveness, impact, and sustainability. USAID assistance will address priority areas . . . → Read More: USAID funding opportunity for a three-year Assistance Agreement “Combating Human Trafficking in the Philippines” program

USAID funding opportunity to implement a five-year “Community Based Livelihood Development for Women and Children” program in Swaziland

The United States’ Government as represented by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission to Southern Africa is seeking applications from organizations that are interested in implementing a five-year “Community Based Livelihood Development for Women and Children” (C-BLD) program aimed at reducing vulnerability of women and children to HIV infection and . . . → Read More: USAID funding opportunity to implement a five-year “Community Based Livelihood Development for Women and Children” program in Swaziland

USAID seeks applications from American and Indonesian Institutions of Higher Education for partnerships

The United States Agency for International Development Mission to Indonesia (USAID/Indonesia) has issued an Annual Program Statement (APS) seeking applications from Indonesian and U.S. institutions of higher education that support USAID/Indonesia’s development strategy through partnership activities between institutions of higher education in Indonesia and the United States.

Grant Size

Subject to . . . → Read More: USAID seeks applications from American and Indonesian Institutions of Higher Education for partnerships

USAID seeks applications from Guatemalan organizations for “Rural Value Chains Project” aimed at improving household access to food

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Guatemala is seeking applications for Assistance Agreements from Guatemalan organizations to support a program entitled “Rural Value Chains Project”.

Funding Size

Subject to the availability of funds, USAID intends to award multiple individual Cooperative Agreements providing approximately $40 Million in total USAID funding . . . → Read More: USAID seeks applications from Guatemalan organizations for “Rural Value Chains Project” aimed at improving household access to food

USAID invites applications from institutions of higher education for supporting Indonesia’s development strategy through partnership activities

The United States Agency for International Development Mission to Indonesia (USAID/Indonesia) invites applications from Indonesian and U.S. institutions of higher education for supporting partnership between higher education institutions of two countries. There are two components of this APS. The Component I focuses on partnerships which support fields of applied science. Component II focuses . . . → Read More: USAID invites applications from institutions of higher education for supporting Indonesia’s development strategy through partnership activities

Asia Foundation, in association with USAID, donates 28,000 books in the Southern Philippines

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The Asia Foundation and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) set up book distribution centers at five places Southern Philippines on July 19 and donated 28,000 books. The areas where the book distribution centers were launched included the provinces of Sarangani, South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, and . . . → Read More: Asia Foundation, in association with USAID, donates 28,000 books in the Southern Philippines

USAID in Southern Africa seeks grant applications for implementing program to strengthen the capacity of Victims of Torture service providers

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Southern Africa is seeking grant applications from eligible local Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) for implementation of a three-year program. The program is aimed towards strengthening the capacity of Victims of Torture (VOT) service providers so that they can provide effective care, treatment and rehabilitation to . . . → Read More: USAID in Southern Africa seeks grant applications for implementing program to strengthen the capacity of Victims of Torture service providers

USAID seeks applications for cooperation agreement for the Rwanda Dairy Competitiveness Program II

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for an Assistance Agreement for funding to support a program entitled “Rwanda Dairy Competitiveness Program II (RDCP II)”.

USAID/Rwanda intends to provide support for a program under the U.S. Government’s Feed the Future (FtF) Initiative. The goal of the FtF, . . . → Read More: USAID seeks applications for cooperation agreement for the Rwanda Dairy Competitiveness Program II

Three Palestinian organisations awarded grants by the IYF’s Youth Entrepreneurship Development Program

Source: http://english.wafa.ps/index.php?action=detail&id=16693

Three Palestinian organizations have been awarded grants by the Youth Entrepreneurship Development Program to provide training to hone business and employment skills to more than one thousand Palestinian youths this summer.

The International Youth Foundation (IYF) implements the Youth Entrepreneurship Development program in partnership with the . . . → Read More: Three Palestinian organisations awarded grants by the IYF’s Youth Entrepreneurship Development Program

USAID and NSF enter into partnership for promoting international science and engineering collaborations with the developing world

Sourced from: http://www.usaid.gov

The National Science Foundation (NSF) and U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) on July 7 are launching the Partnerships for Enhanced Engagement in Research (PEER) initiative. This initiative is aimed at addressing the challenges that not only affect United States but the developing world also by reinforcing the existing relationships . . . → Read More: USAID and NSF enter into partnership for promoting international science and engineering collaborations with the developing world

USAID funding opportunity aimed at Strengthening Health Systems through Integrated Programs in Azerbaijan

The United States Government, represented by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for a Cooperative Agreement from eligible qualified Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Private Voluntary Organizations (PVOs), Public International Organizations (PIOs) and other eligible organizations for funding aimed at Strengthening Health Systems through Integrated Programs in Azerbaijan (AZ SHIP). . . . → Read More: USAID funding opportunity aimed at Strengthening Health Systems through Integrated Programs in Azerbaijan

USAID issues APS for funding the Conflict Mitigation Activities in Kyrgyzstan

Since its independence from the Soviet Union, Kyrgyzstan has periodically lacked political stability, peace and economic prosperity. The State has faced increasing challenges to meet its core functions of providing basic physical security, basic human rights and maximizing economic opportunity. The political and social upheavals of 2005 and 2010 have challenged the basic . . . → Read More: USAID issues APS for funding the Conflict Mitigation Activities in Kyrgyzstan

USAID seeking new applications for Development Innovation Ventures (DIV)

The United States Agency for International Development’s (USAID) Annual Program Statement is currently seeking new grant applications under its new venture capital style fund called Development Innovation Ventures (DIV).

DIV emphasizes producing development outcomes more effectively and more cost-efficiently while managing risks and obtaining leverage by focusing on scale, rigorous testing, . . . → Read More: USAID seeking new applications for Development Innovation Ventures (DIV)

USAID invites applications for School Capacity & Innovation Program in South Africa

The United States Government, as represented by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Southern Africa seeks to expand its bilateral programming in basic education in South Africa. This Annual Program Statement (APS) invites applications from local organizations using innovative and tested approaches for building the capacity of school-based educators. The program . . . → Read More: USAID invites applications for School Capacity & Innovation Program in South Africa

USAID-RDMA seeks proposals for funding the Greater Mekong Sub-Region Malaria Control Project

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking applications (proposals for funding) from U.S. or non-U.S. non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and/or a consortia to provide technical support to regional and country–based malaria control and artemisinin-resistant malaria (ARM) containment program entitled “Greater Mekong Sub-Region Malaria Control Project.”

The USAID Regional Development . . . → Read More: USAID-RDMA seeks proposals for funding the Greater Mekong Sub-Region Malaria Control Project

USAID Call for Applications for Implementing the Strengthening Civil Society and Independent Media Project in Belarus

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking applications (proposals for funding) from U.S. or non-U.S. non-profit or for-profit nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), and other qualified non-USG organizations to implement the Strengthening Civil Society and Independent Media Project in Belarus. Please refer to the Program Description (RFA section C) for a complete . . . → Read More: USAID Call for Applications for Implementing the Strengthening Civil Society and Independent Media Project in Belarus

USAID Call for Applications: Facilitating the Free Flow of Information in Cuba

The amounts and types of information made available during the internet era have been unprecedented throughout the world, but not in Cuba. The restrictions that the Cuban government has placed on the distribution of information, including access to the internet, have left many citizens yearning for greater access to unfiltered information. During the . . . → Read More: USAID Call for Applications: Facilitating the Free Flow of Information in Cuba

USAID seeks proposals for funding of “Healthy Women of Ukraine Program”

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications (proposals for funding) from U.S. or non-U.S. non-profit or for-profit non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and other qualified non-U.S. organizations to implement the Healthy Women of Ukraine Program (HWUP).

Subject to the availability of funds, USAID plans to provide a maximum of . . . → Read More: USAID seeks proposals for funding of “Healthy Women of Ukraine Program”

USAID significantly improves outcomes at low costs through Development Innovation Ventures

Development Innovation Ventures (DIV) program of the USAID is based upon the President Obama’s Global Development Policy, the Quadrennial Diplomacy and Development Review seeking to significantly improve the development outcomes of investments through innovation – identifying, testing, and scaling development solutions. These innovative initiatives not only give the optimum results but also reduce . . . → Read More: USAID significantly improves outcomes at low costs through Development Innovation Ventures

USAID APS: Scaling up HIV/AIDs Prevention Activities for Most-at-Risk Populations, People living with HIV/AIDs and Orphans and Vulnerable Children in Ghana

United States Government (USG), as represented by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission in Ghana, is seeking applications from qualified U.S. and non-U.S., nonprofit or for-profit non-governmental organisations (NGO’s), and international organizations to support a program entitled ‘Scaling up HIV/AIDs Prevention Activities for Most-at-Risk Populations, People living with HIV/AIDs and Orphans . . . → Read More: USAID APS: Scaling up HIV/AIDs Prevention Activities for Most-at-Risk Populations, People living with HIV/AIDs and Orphans and Vulnerable Children in Ghana

USAID’s Counter Trafficking in Persons Program in Cambodia

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is seeking applications (proposals for funding) from U.S. or non-U.S. non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and/or a consortia to implement the Counter Trafficking in Persons Program (CTIP II) which will build on the notable successes of CTIP while broadening the focus to more inclusively address the needs . . . → Read More: USAID’s Counter Trafficking in Persons Program in Cambodia

Asia Foundation in partnership with CFJ and USAID awards six scholarships to legal aid lawyers in Timor Leste

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The Asia Foundation in partnership with the Centru Formasaun Jurídika (CFJ) with funding from United States Agency for International Development (USAID) recently announced the launch of scholarships for legal aid lawyers at the CFJ building in Dili, the capital city of East Timor. It was proposed to award six scholarships . . . → Read More: Asia Foundation in partnership with CFJ and USAID awards six scholarships to legal aid lawyers in Timor Leste

USAID RFA for funding the Armenia Labor Market Integration of People with Disabilities program

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for Assistance Agreements from U.S. organizations for funding to support a program entitled “Labor Market Integration of People with Disabilities” project in Armenia.

Subject to the availability of funds, USAID intends to provide approximately $3,000,000 in total USAID funding to . . . → Read More: USAID RFA for funding the Armenia Labor Market Integration of People with Disabilities program

USAID Rural Electrification of Schools project in Afghanistan Image wins the Frontline Photo Contest

Imagine how small efforts at community and local level when supported by financial aid can go a long way in building a better future for the entire humanity. The photograph here is one such example that was among the top-ten entries in the recently concluded Frontline Photo Contest.

The photograph here . . . → Read More: USAID Rural Electrification of Schools project in Afghanistan Image wins the Frontline Photo Contest

USAID announces initiative to encourage corporate volunteerism in US based corporations abroad

Sourced from: http://www.usaid.gov/press/releases/2011/pr110531.html

In a recent announcement The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has revealed plans about its partnership with IBM and CDC Development Solutions aimed at increasing the number of employee volunteers at U.S.-based corporations by providing required support to local governments, small businesses, and civic groups in . . . → Read More: USAID announces initiative to encourage corporate volunteerism in US based corporations abroad

Saving Lives at Birth: A Grand Challenge for Development competition receives record number of applications

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U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) in cooperation with the Government of Norway, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Grand Challenges Canada, and The World Bank in March, 2011 had announced a call for applications for Saving Lives at Birth: A Grand Challenge for Development competition inviting innovative . . . → Read More: Saving Lives at Birth: A Grand Challenge for Development competition receives record number of applications

2011 Afghan Youth Voices Festival funded and launched by USAID receives unprecedented warm welcome

Sourced from: http://afghanistan.usaid.gov/en/USAID/Article/2250/USAID_Launches_2011_Afghan_Youth_Voices_Festival_in_Kabul

Life for youth in Afghanistan has undergone unprecedented changes in the recent years irrespective of the fact that the country is still one of the most dangerous places on the planet to live.  This could well be witnessed during the recent 2011 Afghan Youth Voices Festival in Kabul’s . . . → Read More: 2011 Afghan Youth Voices Festival funded and launched by USAID receives unprecedented warm welcome

Media Sustainability Index: A tool to gauge the media freedom in 80 countries around the world

It is a well known fact that media has played a vital role in shaping the lives of communities and countries around the world. But the fact remains whether the media in a particular community or country has the required freedom to undertake the unbiased reporting. There are many issues concerning proper and . . . → Read More: Media Sustainability Index: A tool to gauge the media freedom in 80 countries around the world

USAID Mission in Kenya seeks applications from NGOs for HOPE program funding

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission representing the US Government in Kenya seeks applications for Assistance Agreement from U.S. and international non-governmental, non-profit organizations to implement activities in support of a program entitled “Healthy Outcomes through Prevention Education HOPE.”

Subject to the availability of funds, USAID intends to . . . → Read More: USAID Mission in Kenya seeks applications from NGOs for HOPE program funding

USAID funding opportunity for Biodiversity Understanding in Infrastructure and Landscape Development program

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) representing the US Government (USG) in partnership with the Bureau for Economic Growth, Agriculture, and Trade (EGAT) seeks applications for the Biodiversity Understanding in Infrastructure and Landscape Development (BUILD) program.

The program is aimed at maximizing the human and ecological outcomes by reducing . . . → Read More: USAID funding opportunity for Biodiversity Understanding in Infrastructure and Landscape Development program

USAID RFA for funding the “Healthy Outcomes through Prevention Education” program

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission in Kenya is seeking applications for Assistance Agreement from U.S. and international non-governmental, non-profit organizations to implement activities in support of a program entitled “Healthy Outcomes through Prevention Education HOPE.”

Subject to the availability of funds, USAID intends to provide approximately within . . . → Read More: USAID RFA for funding the “Healthy Outcomes through Prevention Education” program

USAID and Chevron funding opportunity for CSOs to promote socio-economic growth in Niger Delta communities

Pact Nigeria with funding from Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) , a Chevron funded organization, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) seeks application for small grants from the CSO’s for The Advocacy, Awareness and Civic Empowerment (ADVANCE) program aimed at promoting socio-economic growth in Niger Delta . . . → Read More: USAID and Chevron funding opportunity for CSOs to promote socio-economic growth in Niger Delta communities

USAID funding opportunity for Improving Nutrition in Tanzania

USAID is seeking applications for an Assistance Agreement for funding a program for Improving Nutrition in Tanzania. The Recipient will be responsible for ensuring achievement of the program objective of Improving Nutrition in Tanzania.

The program will emphasize strengthening the capacity of Tanzanian systems at all levels and across sectors to . . . → Read More: USAID funding opportunity for Improving Nutrition in Tanzania

USAID Opportunity under Sustainable Landscapes Program in Brazil

USAID/Brazil is seeking to award one Cooperative Agreement (CA) for an amount up to approximately $5.5 million over two years, financed with USAID Global Climate Change/Sustainable Landscape funds. This CA will support Brazil’s increased readiness for REDD+ (initiatives to Reduce Emissions from Deforestation and forest Degradation, including conservation, sustainable forest management, and enhancement . . . → Read More: USAID Opportunity under Sustainable Landscapes Program in Brazil

USAID, ANGOLA opportunity for NGO Strengthening through Health Service Delivery and Technical Activities

United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission to Southern Africa seeks applications from organizations interested in implementing a five-year award in Angola to improve overall NGO capacity while focusing on several key service-delivery areas: health, education, water, and other activities.

Program objectives

- Strengthen civil society in management, planning, budgeting, . . . → Read More: USAID, ANGOLA opportunity for NGO Strengthening through Health Service Delivery and Technical Activities

USAID REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS: THE TECHNOLOGIES FOR HEALTH PROGRAM

The United States Government, represented by the Agency for International Development (USAID), Global Health Bureau (GH), Office of Health, Infectious Diseases, and Nutrition (HIDN), is proposing to enter into a Cooperative Agreement for the implementation of the Technologies for Health activity specifically described in the RFA. For this purpose, USAID is seeking applications . . . → Read More: USAID REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS: THE TECHNOLOGIES FOR HEALTH PROGRAM

Call for Applications: USAID Egypt offers funding for Water Grants Program

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID)– Egypt is inviting Applications from legally organized local, regional (i.e., from MENA), or international organizations to implement the Office of Middle East Programs (OMEP) Network of Water Centers of Excellence (MENA NWC) Water Grants Program.

Subject to the availability of funds, USAID intends . . . → Read More: Call for Applications: USAID Egypt offers funding for Water Grants Program

USAID invites RFA for Optimizing Comprehensive HIV/AIDS Services in Tanzania Program

In 2010, the USG and United Republic of Tanzania (URT) signed a Partnership Framework (PF) outlining the two nations’ joint commitment (2009-2013) to a durable and effective response to the HIV and AIDS crisis in Tanzania.  The Partnership Framework in Tanzania is representative of the core principles of PEPFAR II and focuses on . . . → Read More: USAID invites RFA for Optimizing Comprehensive HIV/AIDS Services in Tanzania Program

Concept paper released on USAID plans for Uganda Literacy and Health Education Program

USAID/Uganda is in the process of designing a new program to support Uganda’s Ministry of Education and Sports (MOES) to provide high-quality literacy and HIV/AIDS education.    USAID/Uganda is posting this Concept Paper in order to provide public access to any parties interested in USAID’s support to the education sector in Uganda.  This Concept . . . → Read More: Concept paper released on USAID plans for Uganda Literacy and Health Education Program

USAID invites applications for supporting the ENGINE- an integrated nutrition program in Ethiopia

Ethiopia USAID invites applications for Assistance Agreements from all U.S. and non-U.S. qualified organizations for funding to support a program entitled “Empowering New Generations to Improve Nutrition and Economic opportunities (ENGINE) – An integrated nutrition program.” The overall goal of the program is to decrease maternal, neonatal and child mortality by improving the . . . → Read More: USAID invites applications for supporting the ENGINE- an integrated nutrition program in Ethiopia

Development Innovation Ventures: USAID Call for Applications

The United State Agency for International Development (USAID)’s Annual Program Statement (APS) for Development Innovation Ventures (DIV) is inviting applications from all types of organizations including foundations, U.S. and non-U.S. NGOs, faith-based organizations, U.S. and non-U.S. private businesses, business and trade associations, international organizations, U.S. and non-U.S. colleges and universities, civic groups, regional . . . → Read More: Development Innovation Ventures: USAID Call for Applications

Request for Applications from NGOs for USAID’s Development Grants Program

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has launched a Request for Applications for the Development Grants Program providing support in the three sectors of microenterprise, water and climate change adaptation. Applications can be submitted by indigenous, local NGOs from different countries or private and voluntary organizations in the US.

. . . → Read More: Request for Applications from NGOs for USAID’s Development Grants Program

USAID’s Pastoralist Areas Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Program in Ethiopia

USAID/Ethiopia seeks to support the improvement of access to clean and sustainable water sources for target communities in the Afar, Oromia, and Somali Regions of Ethiopia.

In order to improve access to water in these regions, it is recommended that additional boreholes be drilled in strategic locations, and existing non-functional boreholes . . . → Read More: USAID’s Pastoralist Areas Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Program in Ethiopia

USAID funding for Political Party Development Program

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Pakistan intends to fund a new five-year Political Party Development Program (PPDP).

It is anticipated that, subject to the availability of funds, up to $21 million may be made available to fund this activity over the life of the project. The award recipient . . . → Read More: USAID funding for Political Party Development Program

USAID call for Strengthening Integrated Delivery of HIV/AIDS Services in Nigeria

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has requested proposals from U.S.-based and international NGOs/private voluntary organizations and in-country NGOs for Strengthening Integrated Delivery of HIV/AIDS Services in Nigeria.

The program will build upon the successes of the Global HIV/AIDS Initiative Nigeria (GHAIN) project. The new project will be referred . . . → Read More: USAID call for Strengthening Integrated Delivery of HIV/AIDS Services in Nigeria

USAID Request for Applications for Integrated Improved Livelihoods Program in Rwanda

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications for an Assistance Agreement for funding to support a program entitled “Integrated Improved Livelihoods Program (IILP) in Rwanda.

The purpose of the program is to improve livelihoods of Rwanda’s very poor particularly women, through expansion of responsible and appropriate access . . . → Read More: USAID Request for Applications for Integrated Improved Livelihoods Program in Rwanda

USAID funding to strengthen Civil Society Response to HIV in Vietnam

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking proposals to provide funding to US and non-US NGOs and/or consortia to improve the sustainability of civil society organizations, legitimize their voice, and establish systems and platforms whereby they can contribute as valued participants in Vietnam’s national HIV/AIDS response. USAID in Vietnam has . . . → Read More: USAID funding to strengthen Civil Society Response to HIV in Vietnam

USAID-India seeking concept notes for the EDOTS Program

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission in India is seeking concept papers and later on full applications from institutions of higher education, non-profit organizations and commercial organizations under the Economic Development of Tibetan Settlements (EDOTS) program.

The program aims to:

(1) support the development of organic agriculture, for . . . → Read More: USAID-India seeking concept notes for the EDOTS Program

USAID funding opportunity for local NGOs in conflict mitigation and reconciliation program

The Annual Program Statement (APS) for Conflict Mitigation and Reconciliation Programs and Activities of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) [Bureau for Democracy, Conflict, and Humanitarian Assistance (DCHA), Office of Conflict Management and Mitigation (CMM)] has issued this call for applications to provide funding to local NGOs in eligible countries as . . . → Read More: USAID funding opportunity for local NGOs in conflict mitigation and reconciliation program

USAID seeking applications for the Botswana Civil Society Strengthening Program

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission in Southern Africa is seeking applications from organizations interested in implementing a five-year Civil Society Strengthening Program in Botswana to assist local civil society organizations acquire the skills and resources to implement high quality programs for the delivery of a wide range of HIV/AIDS . . . → Read More: USAID seeking applications for the Botswana Civil Society Strengthening Program

USAID’s Comprehensive HIV and AIDS Treatment Care and Support Program in Ethiopia

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is requesting applications from organizations under its Comprehensive HIV and AIDS Treatment Care and Support Program in Ethiopia.

The overall goal of this program is to mitigate the impacts of HIV/AIDS in Ethiopia and improve quality of life of PLHIV, their families and . . . → Read More: USAID’s Comprehensive HIV and AIDS Treatment Care and Support Program in Ethiopia

USAID funding opportunity to improve the lives of vulnerable children and their households in Uganda

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Uganda has launched an open competition to seeking proposals from local and international organizations on projects leading to the improvement of lives of vulnerable children and their families living in conditions of critical and moderate vulnerability.

The goal of the program is . . . → Read More: USAID funding opportunity to improve the lives of vulnerable children and their households in Uganda

USAID seeking proposals for the “Afro-Columbian and Indigenous” Program in Colombia

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is accepting applications from Colombian NGOs as well as US organizations for funding the “Afro-Columbian and Indigenous” Program.

This program supports and is being funded by two of USAID/Colombia’s Assistance Objectives, both of which assist to achieve the Mission’s overall goal to improve . . . → Read More: USAID seeking proposals for the “Afro-Columbian and Indigenous” Program in Colombia

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