Youth Cyber Awareness and Cyber Safety
ID: 356616Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Argentina (DOS-ARG)

Award Range

$20K - $60K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356616

Additional Information

https://usgrantsfundargentina.vform.io/
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Argentina is offering a federal grant opportunity titled "Youth Cyber Awareness and Cyber Safety," aimed at enhancing cybersecurity awareness among youth in Argentina. The grant seeks proposals for two main initiatives: a Comprehensive Youth Cyber Awareness and Safety Messaging Campaign and a Tech Forum on Cybersecurity, both designed to address critical cybersecurity risks and promote safe online behavior among young people. With a total estimated program funding of $117,000, the grant will support six awards ranging from $20,000 to $60,000, depending on the scope of the application. Interested applicants, including non-profit organizations and educational institutions from the U.S. and Argentina, must submit their proposals by December 15, 2024, via the designated application portal, and can reach out to RACI Canada at usgrantsfundargentina@raci.org.ar for further information.

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