Academy for Women Entrepreneurs
ID: 357678Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to South Africa (DOS-ZAF)

Award Range

$25K - $69K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/357678

Additional Information

https://za.usembassy.gov/grants/
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to South Africa is inviting applications for the "Academy for Women Entrepreneurs" program, aimed at training 100 women entrepreneurs from South Africa, Lesotho, and Eswatini. This initiative seeks to empower early-stage or aspiring entrepreneurs aged 21–35 through a hybrid model of online learning and in-person support, emphasizing skills relevant to the Fourth Industrial Revolution. With a total funding amount of up to $69,000, one cooperative agreement will be awarded for an 8-12 month project, with applications due by February 16, 2025. Interested organizations can reach out to the Public Diplomacy Grants Team at pretoriagrants@state.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    pretoriagrants@state.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    PAS-ZAF-FY25-03.pdf
    The Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) from the U.S. Department of State seeks applications for the "Academy for Women Entrepreneurs" program, targeting women entrepreneurs in South Africa, Lesotho, and Eswatini. With a budget of up to $69,000, one award will be granted for an 8-12 month project. The program aims to train 100 women through a hybrid model of online learning and in-person support in various cities, emphasizing global entrepreneurial skills suitable for the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations from South Africa and the U.S. The program supports early-stage or aspiring entrepreneurs aged 21–35, promoting equitable economic opportunities. Collaboration with the U.S. Embassy is crucial for facilitator recruitment, participant selection, and event organization. Applicants must comply with specific submission guidelines, including budget justifications and monitoring plans. The application deadline is February 16, 2025, with funds pending availability. The initiative underscores the U.S. commitment to empowering women entrepreneurs while fostering economic prosperity and community impact in the region.
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