Freedom250 in Côte d’Ivoire American Spaces
Grant Opportunity Analysis
The U.S. Mission to Côte d’Ivoire is seeking grant proposals to support a workforce development and skills-building program through its American Spaces network. The project is intended to build a pipeline of skilled, English-capable Ivoirian youth and connect them to U.S. trade, investment, innovation, and private-sector partnerships. Work will focus on employability, English proficiency, and practical technology skills such as artificial intelligence, coding, and entrepreneurship for participants in Abidjan, Yamoussoukro, Bouaké, and Korhogo, with activities also designed to highlight American leadership and the Freedom250 celebration. Applications are due June 15, 2026, with awards expected between $10,000 and $19,000, no cost sharing required, and eligible applicants limited to nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status; inquiries may be sent to usembgrants@state.gov.