Promoting American Excellence to Moroccan Youth 2025
ID: 359226Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Morocco (DOS-MAR)

Award Range

$40K - $120K

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofits Without 501(c)(3) Status

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Morocco is offering a federal grant opportunity titled "Promoting American Excellence to Moroccan Youth 2025," aimed at enhancing engagement between young Moroccans aged 18 to 30 and American culture. The initiative seeks proposals that focus on four key areas: English language learning, creative economies, digital transformation, and STEAM education, with the goal of fostering cultural exchange and educational opportunities. A total funding amount of $123,000 is available, with individual awards ranging from $40,000 to $120,000, and proposals must be submitted by July 31, 2025. Interested applicants can reach out via email at RabatGrants@state.gov for further information and guidance on the application process.

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    The document serves as a comprehensive application form for organizations seeking federal grants or funding through Requests for Proposals (RFPs). It collects detailed information about the applicant's organizational status, governance structure, financial banking details, and any previous governmental funding experiences. Key sections inquire if the organization is U.S. or Morocco-based, provide legal status, and require basic data on the board of directors and employee count. Financial banking information is gathered to confirm the existence of a valid bank account. The form also assesses the organization's prior funding history from both U.S. government and international donors, alongside any legal issues such as felony convictions. Lastly, it allows space for the organization to summarize its history and mission, providing context on its relevant experiences in the sector. This structured approach ensures the eligibility and compliance of potential funding recipients while facilitating thorough evaluation by grantors.
    The "Budget Narrative Sample Template" serves as a guideline for preparing a detailed budget proposal for federal grants or RFPs. The template outlines various budget categories such as Personnel, Fringe Benefits, Travel, Equipment, Supplies, Contractual costs, and Other Direct Costs. Each category includes specific requirements for documenting expenses, including narrative justifications and calculations. Key sections include the need for a clear description of each item, allocation of costs, and adherence to U.S. Government travel regulations. The document emphasizes the importance of justifying travel expenses and ensuring the use of the lowest commercial fares. The budget categories must sum to provide a total cost requested, comprising both direct and indirect costs. The template aims to standardize the budget submission process by providing a structured format that organizations can follow. This ensures transparency, accountability, and compliance with funding agency requirements. Ultimately, it helps streamline financial proposals in response to government funding opportunities.
    The Budget Narrative Sample Template serves as a guide for structuring financial requests related to federal grants, RFPs, and other funding proposals. It outlines key categories for budgeting, including Personnel, Fringe Benefits, Travel, Equipment, Supplies, Contractual costs, and Other Direct Costs. Each section requires detailed entries, such as employee names, salary contributions, travel justifications, and itemized costs for supplies and equipment, with specifics on allowable expenses. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of providing narrative justifications for each budget item, adhering to governmental policies like using the lowest commercial fares for travel. A summary section at the end consolidates the federal share requested, cost-sharing, and total expenses. This comprehensive template helps organizations present clear, structured, and well-justified budget proposals to secure necessary funding while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
    The Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) from the U.S. Embassy in Morocco outlines a grant initiative aimed at promoting American excellence among Moroccan youth aged 18-30. The program, titled "Promoting American Excellence to Moroccan Youth 2025," encourages proposals focusing on enhancing English language learning, fostering creative economies, facilitating digital transformation, and promoting STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) education. The funding available totals $123,000, with individual grants ranging from $40,000 to $120,000. Eligible applicants include Moroccan citizens, organizations, and educational institutions. Proposals must align with the goals of enhancing cultural exchange and educational opportunities, particularly by integrating American culture and expertise. Successful applications will include detailed activity calendars covering at least eight months, demonstrating innovative and cost-effective approaches to engage participants. The application process requires adherence to specific content guidelines and submission by July 31, 2025. This initiative reflects the U.S. government’s commitment to strengthening ties with Morocco and creating pathways for youth engagement with American values and opportunities while supporting skill development and cultural exchange.
    The document outlines a grant request for a public affairs program, intended for an organization based in Morocco. It mandates a comprehensive narrative detailing the organization's capacity and prior experience with grants, along with a concise project summary explaining the proposed activities. A robust calendar of activities covering at least eight months is required, addressing one of four key programming areas, and a recruitment strategy for the target audience is to be outlined. The proposal must also define the program's timeline, goals, and objectives while including a monitoring and evaluation plan to assess the project's effectiveness. Additionally, it requires information on U.S. components of the project and a collaborative communication strategy with the U.S. Mission in Morocco. The final section emphasizes defining expected outcomes and demonstrating evidence of success. This request forms part of the federal grant application process, focusing on transparent organizational capacity and precise project planning to achieve specific public diplomacy objectives.
    The document is primarily a notification regarding the need for Adobe Reader to access a specific PDF file associated with federal and state RFPs (Requests for Proposals) and grants. It highlights that the file cannot be loaded due to either the absence of Adobe Reader or improper configuration of the viewing environment. Users are directed to the Adobe website for installation and configuration assistance. This technical requirement underscores the importance of having the right tools to access critical government documents, which may pertain to funding opportunities and project proposals at various government levels. Ensuring that stakeholders can view and engage with these materials effectively is vital for transparency and participation in federal and local grant processes.
    The document emphasizes the requirement for Adobe Reader 8 or higher to access a specific government file related to RFPs and federal grants. It indicates that users may face difficulties in viewing the content due to outdated or incompatible software. For individuals encountering issues, the document provides a link to Adobe's website for guidance on installation and configuration of Adobe Reader. This situation highlights the importance of having the proper tools when engaging with federal documents and proposals, ensuring users can fully access and utilize crucial information related to government contracting and funding opportunities. Such accessibility is critical in a context where federal and state/local RFPs and grants facilitate project funding and service delivery.
    The document highlights an issue regarding the access and compatibility of a PDF file, indicating that users may need Adobe Reader 8 or higher for proper viewing. It suggests that the inability to load the file could stem from either a lack of installation or improper configuration of Adobe Reader in the user's environment. For resolution, it directs users to a specified Adobe webpage for installation guidance and configuration instructions. The focus is clearly on ensuring that users can access important documents related to federal government RFPs, grants, and state/local RFPs, essential for facilitating government contracting and funding opportunities. Without proper access to these documents, stakeholders may miss critical information necessary for participation in government programs.
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