Congo Basin Conclave 2 – Cultural Component
ID: 358187Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DOS-COD)

Award Range

$50K - $50K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358187
Timeline
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    Forecast Posted Not available
  2. 2
    Forecast Due Not available
  3. 3
    Posted Jan 14, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  4. 4
    Due Feb 14, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
Description

The U.S. Mission to the Democratic Republic of Congo is inviting proposals for the Congo Basin Conclave II – Cultural Component, aimed at addressing environmental threats in the Congo Basin through cultural initiatives. This funding opportunity, designated AF-DRC-FY25-03, offers a maximum of $50,000 for projects that promote sustainable development while balancing economic opportunities with protections for indigenous peoples, with no match funding required. The initiative emphasizes collaboration among local stakeholders and includes cultural components such as university engagements, arts diplomacy, and public events to generate support for conservation efforts in the region. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by February 14, 2025, and can direct inquiries to the Mission Kinshasa Public Affairs Grants Team at KinshasaPDGrants@state.gov.

Point(s) of Contact
KinshasaPDGrants@state.gov
Files
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Jan 16, 2025, 12:06 PM UTC
The U.S. Embassy Kinshasa is inviting proposals for the Congo Basin Conclave II – Cultural Component, aimed at addressing environmental threats in the Congo Basin through cultural initiatives. The funding opportunity, designated AF-DRC-FY25-03, offers a maximum of $50,000 for projects completing within 12 months, with applications due by February 14, 2025. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals, with no match funding required. The program seeks to foster collaboration among stakeholders for sustainable development, balancing economic opportunities with indigenous protections. Cultural components like university engagements, arts diplomacy, and public events are key for generating public support for the conservation of the Congo Basin. Proposal submissions must adhere to specific formats and include detailed project outlines, timelines, budgets, and evaluation plans. The selection process evaluates program feasibility, organizational capacity, budgetary justifications, and support for underserved communities. This initiative demonstrates the U.S. commitment to promoting cultural understanding and environmental conservation in the region while facilitating collaboration across national borders.
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