Creating Opportunities through Market Development in Sports and Digital Skills
ID: 359639Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Kazakhstan (DOS-KAZ)

Award Range

$10K - $40K

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/359639
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Kazakhstan is inviting proposals for the grant opportunity titled "Creating Opportunities through Market Development in Sports and Digital Skills." This initiative aims to implement projects that enhance U.S.-Kazakhstan relations through the promotion of digital technology and sports, focusing on engaging participants outside of Kazakhstan's largest cities. The grant seeks to support programs that foster mutual understanding and commercial ties between the two nations, with a funding range between $10,000 and $40,000, and an expected four awards to be granted. Interested applicants, including non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals, must submit their proposals by July 17, 2025, and can direct inquiries to the Grants Coordinator at kzpdsgrantproposal@state.gov.

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