Annual Program Statement 2025
ID: 357797Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to South Africa (DOS-ZAF)

Award Range

$5K - $25K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/357797

Additional Information

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1OeeKnMBE4aFFN57rg3IoclasTMnucAkVKXoefYLaRoE/edit
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to South Africa is inviting applications for its Annual Program Statement (APS) for Fiscal Year 2025, aimed at supporting public diplomacy initiatives through funding for non-profit organizations. Eligible applicants, including NGOs and educational institutions, are encouraged to submit project ideas that align with U.S. strategic interests in South Africa, particularly in areas such as STEM education, democratic governance, and entrepreneurship. The total funding available for this program is $200,000, with individual awards ranging from $5,000 to $25,000, and applications will be accepted quarterly with deadlines on February 14, May 9, and July 11, 2025. Interested parties can reach out to the Public Diplomacy Grants Team at pretoriagrants@state.gov for further information and guidance on the application process.

    Point(s) of Contact
    pretoriagrants@state.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Notice.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Pretoria announces its Annual Program Statement for Fiscal Year 2025, inviting non-profit organizations to apply for funding under opportunity number PAS-ZAF-FY25-02. The program aims to strengthen partnerships between U.S. and South African entities, focusing on public diplomacy initiatives with a competitive funding pool of $200,000, where each award is capped at $25,000. Applications will be accepted quarterly with set deadlines. Eligible applicants must be non-profit entities, including NGOs and educational institutions, with preference for those demonstrating a strong track record. Projects should emphasize American involvement and align with U.S. strategic interests in South Africa, particularly in STEM education, higher education linkages, democratic governance, and entrepreneurship support. The initial application phase involves submitting concise concept notes, followed by detailed proposals for selected applicants. The document details eligibility criteria, project ineligibilities, funding restrictions, and application procedures, reminding potential applicants of the importance of compliance and clear articulation of intended outcomes. Emphasis is placed on creativity and alignment with mission goals, as well as the necessity of registering with the System for Award Management (SAM) for full proposal consideration.
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