Academy for Women Entrepreneurs
ID: 354727Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Jordan (DOS-JOR)

Award Range

$30K - $40K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Employment, Labor and Training

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/354727
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Jordan is inviting applications for the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs program, aimed at supporting women-led experiential tourism businesses in Jordan. The program seeks to incubate 24 women entrepreneurs by providing tailored training over six months, focusing on eco-tourism and adventure tourism, and includes mentorship and financial management workshops. With a total funding amount of $39,976, the application deadline is July 6, 2024, and interested organizations can direct inquiries to AmmanGrants@state.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    AmmanGrants@state.gov
    Files
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    M&E PMP Template (Excel version)-draft.xlsx
    M&E.bin
    PAS-JOR-FY24-004.pdf
    The U.S. Department of State's Embassy in Amman has released a Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs program, seeking applications from not-for-profit organizations registered in Jordan or the U.S. The program aims to support 24 women entrepreneurs operating experiential tourism businesses, focusing on eco-tourism and adventure tourism. It will incubate 12 existing and 12 emerging businesses through a six-month tailored training program, incorporating in-person and online mentorship, coaching, and financial management workshops. The total funding available is $39,976, with applications due by July 6, 2024. The program will include two cohorts, mentorship from U.S. government alumni, and a final pitch competition offering seed grants to the top proposals. Eligible applicants must be not-for-profit organizations or educational institutions with a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). The proposal review criteria include program feasibility, organizational capacity, and the strength of the monitoring and evaluation plan. The initiative aims to foster inclusive economic growth and strengthen women-led businesses within the region.
    Proposal Template.docx
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    Risk Matrix-Template.docx
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    SAMPLE_Project Budget Template with budget narrtive.xls
    SAMPLE_Project.xls
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    SF424_Mandatory_3_0-V3.0-2.pdf
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