FY24 EB ITSI Programs Costa Rica – Statements of Interest
Grant Opportunity Analysis
The Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs of the U.S. Department of State is inviting organizations to submit Statements of Interest (SOIs) for programs under the International Technology Security and Innovation (ITSI) Fund, specifically targeting semiconductor supply chain enhancements in Costa Rica. Applicants are required to submit a concise three-page SOI outlining their program objectives, focusing on either Workforce Development or Policy and Regulatory Reform, before potentially being invited to submit a full proposal based on the merit review of their SOI. This initiative aims to expand and diversify the workforce for semiconductor assembly and improve regulatory environments to foster private sector capabilities, reflecting the critical need for a robust global semiconductor supply chain. Interested parties must submit their SOIs by September 15, 2024, with funding amounts ranging from $500,000 to $2,000,000, and can direct inquiries to EB-ITSI-Grants@state.gov for further information.
Eligible Applicants
The following organizations are eligible to apply: U.S. or foreign non-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations; U.S. and foreign public, private, or state educational institutions; U.S. and foreign for-profit organizations; Public International Organizations