Implementation of the Academy of Women Entrepreneurs (AWE)
ID: 354684Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Tajikistan (DOS-TJK)

Award Range

$25K - $40K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/354684

Additional Information

tj.usembassy.gov
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Tajikistan is offering a funding opportunity for the implementation of the Academy of Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) program, aimed at empowering 25 women in the Panjakent District to enhance their economic livelihoods. The program seeks to provide participants with essential skills and resources to launch or expand their small businesses, particularly in sectors such as hospitality management, eco-tourism, and trade, thereby supporting the U.S. National Strategy on Gender Equity and Equality. With a total funding amount of $39,504 available for a 12-month period, eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, civil society groups, and educational institutions, with proposals due by July 31, 2024. Interested parties can reach out to Sitora Kasimova at GrantProposalsDushanbe@state.gov for further information.

    Files
    Title
    Posted
    1.
    1. SF- 424 (Application for Federal Assistance-organizations).pdf
    2.
    2. SF- 424A (Budget Information for Non-Construction programs).pdf
    3.
    3. SF- 424B (Assurances for Non-Construction programs).pdf
    4.
    4. AWE Proposal Template (Updated).docx
    5.
    5. AWE Budget Justification Narrative Template.xlsx
    6.
    6. Applicant Organization Information (AOI) Survey.docx
    7.
    7. M&E Performance Monitoring Plan (Excel version).xlsx
    7. ME-Performance-Monitoring-Template.docx
    Instructions - M&E Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP).docx
    Instructions.bin
    NOFO_Academy of Women Entrepreneurs.pdf
    NOFO_Academy.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, presents a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Academy of Women Entrepreneurs (AWE), aimed at supporting the economic empowerment of 25 women in the Panjakent District. This initiative seeks to provide participants with essential skills and resources to launch or expand their small businesses, especially in hospitality management, eco-tourism, and trade. The total funding available is $39,504 for a 12-month implementation period, with a deadline for applications set for July 31, 2024. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, civil society organizations, and educational institutions with a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). Key program activities will involve training sessions, mentoring, and enhancing understanding of local tourism opportunities, culminating in a pitch event for potential investors. The program aligns with the U.S. National Strategy on Gender Equity and aims to improve women’s entrepreneurial capabilities while promoting cross-border trade with Uzbekistan. Proposals will be evaluated based on the innovation of the program idea, organizational capacity, budgeting, and monitoring and evaluation strategies, and must incorporate principles of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA).
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