Strengthening Government Through Civil Society Engagement in Panama
ID: 358193Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Panama (DOS-PAN)

Award Range

$100K - $250K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Additional Information

https://pa.usembassy.gov/carsi/
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    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Panama is offering a funding opportunity titled "Strengthening Government Through Civil Society Engagement in Panama," aimed at promoting democratic institutions and good governance in Panama. Eligible applicants include U.S. non-profit organizations with 501(c)(3) status, overseas NGOs, institutions of higher education, and public international organizations, with a strong encouragement for Panama-based NGOs to apply. The total estimated funding for this initiative is $500,000, with individual awards ranging from $100,000 to $250,000, and applications are due by March 14, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time. Interested organizations should submit their proposals through Grants.gov and can direct inquiries to PanamaGrants@state.gov for further assistance.

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