Power of Alumni: From Exchange to Action
ID: 359964Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to El Salvador (DOS-SLV)

Award Range

$30K - $50K

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofits Without 501(c)(3) Status

Funding Category

Community Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to El Salvador is offering a grant opportunity titled "Power of Alumni: From Exchange to Action," aimed at enhancing the capacity of the U.S. Department of State's exchange alumni community in El Salvador. This initiative seeks to engage influential leaders and entrepreneurs to foster economic prosperity and job growth, thereby reducing the influence of criminal networks in the region. The program has an estimated total funding of $50,000, with individual awards ranging from $30,000 to $50,000, and the application deadline is set for September 7, 2025. Interested applicants, specifically nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status, can find more information and apply through the provided link to MyGrants.

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