2020/2021 EducationUSA Graduate Opportunity Funds Program
ID: 334093Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe (DOS-ZWE)

Award Range

$0 - $75K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Mandatory

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/334093
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe is announcing a forecasted federal grant opportunity titled the "2020/2021 EducationUSA Graduate Opportunity Funds Program," aimed at promoting U.S. higher education opportunities for high-achieving Zimbabwean university students. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals associated with universities, all of whom must possess a unique entity identifier and valid registration on SAM.gov. The program, with an estimated total funding of $75,000, will support two phases: the first involves assisting 25 selected students with application-related costs, while the second phase focuses on managing travel logistics for approximately 15 students. Interested parties should contact Tafadzwa Muzhandu at PublicDiplomacyGrants-ZIM@state.gov, with proposals due by July 15, 2021, and the anticipated award date set for August 15, 2021.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Tafadzwa Muzhandu Grantor
    +263 242 867 701 1000
    muzhandutr@state.gov
    Files
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    Notice of Funding -Opportunity Graduate Cohort-OFP2021 2021-06-09.docx
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