Business Expansion Initiative for Women's Employment
ID: 353672Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Afghanistan (DOS-AFG)

Award Range

$300K - $750K

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/353672
Timeline
  1. 1
    Forecast Posted Not available
  2. 2
    Forecast Due Not available
  3. 3
    Posted Apr 22, 2024 12:00 AM
  4. 4
    Due Jun 21, 2024 12:00 AM
Description

The U.S. Mission to Afghanistan is offering a grant opportunity titled "Business Expansion Initiative for Women's Employment". This initiative aims to address the gender gap in the Afghan workforce by empowering businesses to hire more women through strategic business expansion initiatives. The goal is to equip businesses with the necessary tools and support to embrace gender-inclusive practices, creating more job opportunities for women and fostering economic growth. The grant seeks proposals in various areas such as training programs for businesses, mentorship and apprenticeship programs, expansion planning assistance, access to capital and markets, awareness and advocacy, and community engagement. Eligible organizations are invited to apply, except for individuals. The grant has an award ceiling of $750,000 and an award floor of $300,000. The deadline for submission is June 21, 2024. For more information and inquiries, contact KabulPDSProposals@state.gov.

Point(s) of Contact
KabulPDSProposals@state.gov
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