24.PMWRA.IraqIMandCapacityBuilding.NOFO
ID: 353969Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Bureau of Political-Military Affairs - WRA (DOS-PMWRA)

Award Range

$0 - $1M

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/353969

Additional Information

https://mygrants.servicenowservices.com/mygrants?id=mygrants_form&table=x_g_usd4_d_grant_funding_opportunity&sys_id=652584031b718210e02962cae54bcb7e&view=Default
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    Description

    The Bureau of Political-Military Affairs - WRA of the U.S. Department of State is inviting eligible organizations to apply for a grant aimed at supporting the Iraqi government's national mine action authority in enhancing its information management and capacity building during fiscal year 2024. The grant seeks to address specific goals and technical requirements related to Conventional Weapons Destruction (CWD), reflecting the importance of effective mine action in promoting safety and stability in Iraq. Up to $1,000,000 is available for this funding opportunity, with a closing date for applications set for June 2, 2024. Interested applicants can find additional information and submit their applications through the provided MyGrants link, and inquiries can be directed to Selecia Banner and Natalie Wazir.

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