Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) SUSI Civic Engagement and Environmental Issues Selection Process
ID: 344137Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Spain (DOS-ESP)

Award Range

$0 - $3K

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/344137

Additional Information

https://es.usembassy.gov/grants-programs/
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Spain is announcing a funding opportunity for organizations to manage the selection process of five candidates from Spain for the Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSI) for Student Leaders focusing on Civic Engagement and Environmental Issues. Eligible applicants include registered public or private non-profit organizations, governmental educational institutions, and governmental institutions based in Spain or Andorra, with a preference for those with extensive experience in student engagement and a commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA). This initiative aims to enhance the understanding of U.S. civic engagement and environmental challenges among international student leaders through a comprehensive academic program. Interested organizations can apply for grants with an award ceiling of $3,000, and the estimated deadline for applications is November 22, 2022. For further details, applicants may contact Spain PD Grants at spainpdgrants@state.gov or visit the Embassy's website at https://es.usembassy.gov/grants-programs/.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Spain PD Grants
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    spainpdgrants@state.gov
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