2025 U.S. - Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean Alumni Small Grants Opportunity
ID: 358197Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Barbados (DOS-BRB)

Award Range

$750 - $5K

Eligible Applicants

Individuals

Funding Category

Disaster Prevention and Relief

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358197

Additional Information

https://mygrants.servicenowservices.com/mygrants?id=mygrants_form&table=x_g_usd4_o_grant_funding_opportunity&sys_id=cfda3a9e87079a10203441d6cebb357e&view=Default
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    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Barbados is offering a grant opportunity titled "2025 U.S. - Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean Alumni Small Grants Opportunity" aimed at alumni of U.S. Department of State-sponsored academic and professional exchange programs. This initiative invites eligible individuals to propose impactful community projects that align with U.S. Embassy Mission goals, leveraging the skills and resources gained through their exchange experiences to address critical local needs. With a total estimated program funding of $5,000, the grant has an award ceiling of $5,000 and a floor of $750, with applications due by June 1, 2025. Interested applicants can reach out to Lisa Howell at bridgetownexchanges@state.gov for further information and guidance on the application process.

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