Kigali Public Diplomacy APS
ID: 359682Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Rwanda (DOS-RWA)

Award Range

$10K - $35K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/359682
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Rwanda is inviting proposals for the Kigali Public Diplomacy Annual Program Statement (APS), aimed at strengthening ties between the United States and Rwanda through public diplomacy projects. The funding opportunity, with an application deadline of August 2, 2025, offers grants ranging from $10,000 to $35,000 for projects that last between 6 to 12 months, focusing on priority areas such as STEM education, media capacity building, sports diplomacy, professional skills development, and enhancing English proficiency among Rwandan youth. Eligible applicants include U.S. and foreign not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals, with organizations required to possess a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) issued via SAM.gov. Interested parties can reach out to the Public Diplomacy Grants Management Team at KigaliPDGrants@state.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    KigaliPDGrants@state.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    20250605.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Kigali has issued an Annual Program Statement (APS) inviting proposals for public diplomacy projects aimed at strengthening ties between the United States and Rwanda. The funding opportunity, numbered PDS-Kigali-FY25-001, has an application deadline of August 2, 2025, with grants ranging from $10,000 to $35,000 for projects lasting between 6 to 12 months. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals, though organizations must also possess a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) issued via SAM.gov. Proposals should focus on priority areas such as STEM education, media capacity building, sports diplomacy, professional skills development, and improving English proficiency among Rwandan youth. Applicants must provide a comprehensive project description, a budget justification, and demonstrate community support and organizational capacity. The proposal evaluation will consider factors such as feasibility, sustainability, and a monitoring and evaluation plan. Successful applications will contribute to enhancing mutual goals and the positive impact of U.S. investments in Rwanda, while also complying with federal regulations and policies regarding funding and program implementation.
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