Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund Program FY 2025
ID: 356949Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to North Macedonia (DOS-MKD)

Award Range

$5K - $35K

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/356949

Additional Information

https://mk.usembassy.gov/education-culture/grants/
Timeline
  1. 1
    Forecast Posted Not available
  2. 2
    Forecast Due Not available
  3. 3
    Posted Nov 4, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  4. 4
    Due Jan 31, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
Description

The U.S. Mission to North Macedonia is offering the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund Program for FY 2025, aimed at supporting public service projects proposed by local U.S. government alumni organizations. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations from North Macedonia, specifically alumni associations of U.S. government exchange programs, with project teams required to consist of at least two alumni. This program seeks to empower alumni to leverage their experiences to address global challenges in their communities, focusing on themes such as democratic values, social cohesion, and renewable energy. The total estimated funding for this program is $70,000, with individual awards ranging from $5,000 to $35,000, and proposals must be submitted by January 31, 2025. For more information, interested parties can contact the grantor at SkopjeGrants@state.gov or visit the Embassy's website.

Point(s) of Contact
SkopjeGrants@state.gov
Files
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Posted
AEIF.bin
Nov 5, 2024, 12:39 PM UTC
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