U.S. Embassy Port Louis Public Diplomacy Section Request for Statement of Interest
ID: 353137Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Mauritius (DOS-MUS)

Award Range

$3K - $25K

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/353137

Additional Information

https://mu.usembassy.gov/education-culture/grants-programs/rsoi-2024/
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Mauritius is inviting organizations and individuals to submit a Statement of Interest (SOI) for the U.S. Embassy Port Louis Public Diplomacy Section's grant program aimed at enhancing bilateral relationships between the U.S., Mauritius, and Seychelles. The program seeks initiatives that incorporate American cultural elements and address various priority areas, including youth and women's leadership, civic education, media capacity building, and climate change adaptation. Interested applicants can propose programs through a two-step process, with SOIs due by June 1, 2024, and selected candidates invited to submit full proposals by July 15, 2024. Funding amounts range from $3,000 to $25,000, and inquiries can be directed to Jonathan Koehler at KoehlerJL@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jonathan Koehler Grantor
    (230) 202-4440
    KoehlerJL@state.gov
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