Stability Through Economic Progress, Unity and Peacebuilding (STEP UP)
ID: 354432Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Mozambique USAID-Maputo (USAID-MOZ)

Award Range

$15M - $15M

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/354432
Timeline
    Description

    The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is offering a funding opportunity through the Stability Through Economic Progress, Unity and Peacebuilding (STEP UP) program aimed at empowering local organizations and communities in conflict-affected areas of Mozambique. The initiative seeks to provide flexible assistance and promote locally-led development, addressing challenges such as economic deprivation, violent extremism, and weak governance by enhancing economic opportunities and social cohesion. Eligible applicants include businesses and civil society organizations, with grants available for activities that foster youth engagement and inclusion of marginalized populations, with a total funding amount of $15 million. Interested parties must submit their applications by July 24, 2024, and can contact Tania Conde at tconde@usaid.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    tconde@usaid.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    NOFO_RFA - STEP-UP.pdf
    NOFO_RFA.pdf
    The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has released a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Stability Through Economic Progress, Unity and Peacebuilding (STEP UP) program in Mozambique. This initiative seeks to empower local organizations and communities in conflict-affected areas by promoting locally-led development, providing flexible assistance, and assessing local perceptions throughout the implementation. The funding aims to address significant challenges, such as economic deprivation fueled by violent extremism, corruption, and weak governance. Eligible applicants include businesses and civil society organizations, with grants designed to promote youth engagement and inclusion of marginalized populations. Key focuses are increasing economic opportunities, enhancing social cohesion, and building the capacity of local entities for sustainability. The program will provide small grants for various activities including start-ups, community services, and capacity development, emphasizing a collaborative and adaptive approach that is responsive to community needs. USAID stresses the importance of coordination with local stakeholders and existing USAID projects, aiming for a holistic approach that integrates economic development with social empowerment. This funding opportunity, which opens for applications until July 24, 2024, represents a strategic commitment to fostering stability and resilience in northern Mozambique.
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