Promoting Economic Prosperity and Human Development - Malabo Public Diplomacy Small Grants
ID: 357404Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Equatorial Guinea (DOS-GNQ)

Award Range

$5K - $50K

Eligible Applicants

Individuals

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Equatorial Guinea is offering the "Promoting Economic Prosperity and Human Development - Malabo Public Diplomacy Small Grants" program, aimed at fostering economic diversification and capacity-building through inclusive growth initiatives. Eligible applicants, including individuals and organizations based in Equatorial Guinea and the United States, are encouraged to submit proposals that promote bilateral cooperation and include a U.S. cultural element, with a focus on empowering civil society, enhancing youth skills, and supporting entrepreneurship. The program has an award ceiling of $50,000 and a floor of $5,000, with an expected eight awards to be granted before the application deadline of April 30, 2025. For inquiries and application submissions, interested parties can contact Malabo PD Grants at malabogrants@state.gov or visit the program's webpage for additional information.

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    The U.S. Embassy in Equatorial Guinea invites applications for its Grant Program, aiming to support projects that positively impact the local community. Applicants must detail their project's goals, target audience, and expected outcomes, as well as describe the specific issues their project addresses. The application form includes sections for project activities, evaluation methods, organizational background, and past project implementations. Additionally, applicants should provide financial information, including amounts requested and budget summaries detailing personnel, travel, equipment, and other costs. Past funding from U.S. or foreign governments must also be disclosed. Through this structured process, the program seeks to enhance community engagement and ensure that funded initiatives are effectively evaluated and impactful, furthering the objectives of U.S. public diplomacy.
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    The SF 424I Individual Instructions guide applicants through the process of submitting funding requests to the State Department. Key steps include providing personal information like name, phone number, and email, alongside relevant project details such as the title, description, and intended project dates. Notably, applicants are prompted to specify Equatorial Guinea as the project country while leaving certain fields, such as the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Number and Funding Opportunity Number, blank. The instructions also emphasize the importance of agreeing to terms, signing the application, and returning it via email. This document serves to streamline the application process for federal grants or funding opportunities, ensuring the necessary information is collected efficiently for review and approval.
    The document outlines the instructions for the Application for Federal Assistance (SF-424), a form utilized when applying for federal grants and assistance. Key sections include various types of submissions: pre-application, application, and corrections; alongside application types such as new, continuation, and revision requests. Required information spans applicant details including legal name, taxpayer identification numbers, address, and contact information. Specific fields require input on the type of applicant, federal agency details, project description, congressional districts affected, and proposed project dates. Additionally, it addresses financial specifics, state review processes, and applicant debt status. The authorized representative must sign the application, confirming the organization's eligibility and compliance with federal standards. This form is essential for organizations seeking federal funding and ensures applicants provide necessary information for effective processing and selection.
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