The U.S. Embassy Kabul Public Affairs Section invites applications from all sectors including committed and organized civil-society organizations, private sector companies and local representatives of civil society, think tanks, non-governmental organizations, academic institutions and individuals.
U.S. NGOs may apply but preference is given to local NGOs or to partnerships which develop capacity with Afghan NGOs or employees and include plans to transfer programs to sustainable local management.
Funding Opportunity Number: SCAKAB-12-AW-014-SCA-05232012
Category of Funding Activity: Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification)
Category Explanation: Proposals to develop stronger networks and associations in Afghanistan.
Expected Number of Awards:
Estimated Total Program Funding:
Award Ceiling: $50,000
Award Floor: $2,500
CFDA Number(s): 19.501 — Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
This funding opportunity is designed to support networking and association-building among men and women in a variety of fields including academia, private industry, public service and civil society. Activities can include, but are not limited to, networking receptions, working groups, conferences and symposia, media outreach, use of communications technologies, mentorship projects, research and trainings, or any combination of the above.
Applicants should demonstrate that they have or can build the capacity to carry out proposed activities; proposals to establish new associations should demonstrate the linkage between activities and increased membership. The highlight of projects funded under this grant opportunity should be on activities that clearly empower groups and associations in a variety of roles, including advocacy, information-sharing, and collaboration among like organizations. The budget for administrative costs, especially salaries, should be minimal; however, reasonable expenses for equipment, technical support, and staff will be considered.
Original Closing Date for Applications: Jul 30, 2012
Current Closing Date for Applications: Jul 30, 2012
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