2024-25 EdUSA Opportunity Funds Program for Graduate Study
ID: 351489Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Venezuela (DOS-VEN)

Award Range

$50K - $75K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/351489

Additional Information

https://ve.usembassy.gov/embassy-grant-opportunities/
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Venezuela is offering a funding opportunity through the 2024-25 EdUSA Opportunity Funds Program for Graduate Study, aimed at supporting financially disadvantaged Venezuelan students pursuing graduate education in Agricultural STEM and Public Health fields. The program seeks proposals from eligible organizations, including nonprofit entities and educational institutions, to assist up to 25 students with costs associated with standardized admission tests, application fees, and travel logistics. With a total funding amount of up to $75,000 available, the selected grantee will manage two phases of the program, providing advising and logistical support, while ensuring substantial involvement from the Venezuela Affairs Unit. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by March 1, 2024, and can find additional information by contacting VAUPublicEngagement@fan.gov or visiting the U.S. Embassy Venezuela Grant Opportunities webpage.

    Point(s) of Contact
    VAUPublicEngagement@fan.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    NOFO - EdUSA Grad Opportunity Funds Program - FY2024VE005.pdf
    NOFO.pdf
    The U.S. Department of State's Venezuela Affairs Unit (VAU) has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity under the 2024-25 EdUSA Opportunity Funds Program for Graduate Study, aimed at supporting financially disadvantaged Venezuelan students in Agricultural STEM and Public Health fields. With $75,000 available, the program intends to assist up to 25 qualified graduate candidates who need financial help for admission expenses, including standardized test fees and travel costs. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations and educational institutions, who will manage two phases: advising students on U.S. applications and covering travel logistics for 15-20 students. Proposals must meet specific criteria, including the program's feasibility and organizational capacity to manage federal funds. The application deadline is March 1, 2024, and eligible organizations must exhibit registration with SAM.gov and possess a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). Evaluation criteria emphasize program quality, monitoring ability, and sustainability. The funding, guided by Smith Mundt Public Diplomacy Funds, will be administered via a cooperative agreement, ensuring substantial involvement from VAU in the project execution.
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