Economic Advancement for Zimbabwe Creative Industries 2024
ID: 351326Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe (DOS-ZWE)

Award Range

$20K - $24K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Business and Commerce

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Mandatory

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/351326
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe is announcing a forecasted federal grant opportunity titled "Economic Advancement for Zimbabwe Creative Industries 2024," aimed at supporting creative entrepreneurs in Zimbabwe. The program seeks proposals from eligible organizations, including Zimbabwean or U.S. media organizations, civil society, academic institutions, and NGOs, to design initiatives that enhance the use of digital technologies, improve business acumen, and foster cultural connections between the U.S. and Zimbabwe. With a total funding amount of $50,000, the program anticipates awarding 2-3 grants ranging from $20,000 to $24,000 each, with proposals due by February 16, 2024. Interested applicants can contact Reginah Mawere at mawerer@state.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Reginah Mawere Grantor
    02428677011000
    mawerer@state.gov
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    06 Economic Advancement for Creatives.docx
    The U.S. Department of State is inviting proposals for the "Economic Advancement for Zimbabwe Creative" grant, which has a total funding amount of $50,000, with individual awards ranging from $10,000 to $24,000, due by February 16, 2024. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations and academic institutions from Zimbabwe and the U.S., focusing on enhancing the creative economy through partnerships and technology, while celebrating cultural heritage. The program aims to strengthen ties between the U.S. and Zimbabwe, promote sustainability in creative sectors, and encourage the use of digital platforms within the arts.
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    Instructions for SF424A Budget.docx
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    United States Embassy Zimbabwe PD Grant Application Form 2023.docx
    The U.S. Embassy in Zimbabwe has provided a grant application form for public diplomacy projects, outlining essential information required from applicants, including organizational details, project proposals, budget plans, and alignment with U.S. mission goals in Zimbabwe. Key areas of support include educational exchanges, democracy, social inclusion, and economic development. The application emphasizes the need for a detailed budget and sustainability plan, along with monitoring and evaluation strategies to ensure project success.
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    USPD Suggested Budget Template.xlsx
    The proposed budget document outlines funding requests for a project in Zimbabwe, specifying the need for detailed cost breakdowns for each budget item. It includes fields for unit costs, quantities, total amounts requested, contributions from other sources, and a project total, although no specific budget items or amounts are currently listed. The totals indicate that no funds have been requested or contributed at this time.
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