: U.S. Embassy Yangon American Center Yangon (ACY) Small Grants Competition
ID: 357930Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Myanmar (DOS-MMR)

Award Range

$5K - $20K

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/357930
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Myanmar is inviting applications for the 2025 U.S. Embassy Yangon American Center Yangon (ACY) Small Grants Competition, aimed at fostering cultural ties and understanding between the U.S. and Myanmar. Eligible applicants, including not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals, are encouraged to propose programs that highlight shared values and promote bilateral cooperation, particularly in areas such as education, entrepreneurship, media literacy, English language learning, and inclusivity. With an estimated total program funding of $114,000, the grants will range from $5,000 to $20,000, with approximately 10 awards expected to be made. Interested parties should submit their applications by April 15, 2025, and can direct inquiries to RangoonPDGrants@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Rangoon PD Small Grants
    951536509
    RangoonPDGrants@state.gov
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    Posted
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