Zimbabwean-U.S. Program for Academic Collaborations (ZUPAC)
ID: 344807Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe (DOS-ZWE)

Award Range

$85K - $85K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Mandatory

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/344807
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe is forecasting a grant opportunity titled the Zimbabwean-U.S. Program for Academic Collaborations (ZUPAC), aimed at fostering international academic and research exchanges between Zimbabwean and U.S. higher education institutions. The program seeks to support selected participants in virtual and in-person learning visits, professional development sessions, and academic speaker programs, with a focus on research commercialization, technology transfer, and innovation. This initiative is crucial for strengthening educational linkages and enhancing collaboration between the two countries. The total funding available for this opportunity is $85,000, with a single award anticipated. Interested organizations must submit their proposals by January 31, 2023, and can contact Tafadzwa Muzhandu at muzhandut@state.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Tafadzwa Muzhandu Grantor
    02428677011000
    muzhandut@state.gov
    Files
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    SF424 Organistions.pdf
    SF424.pdf
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    SF424A Budget.pdf
    SF424A.pdf
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    SF424B-V1.1.pdf
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    United States Embassy Zimbabwe PD Grant Application Form 2023.docx
    United.bin
    USPD Suggested Budget Template.xlsx
    USPD.bin
    Zimbabwean-U.S.
    Zimbabwean-U.S. Program for Academic Collaborations ZUPAC 07.docx
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