BOLD ACADEMIC FELLOWSHIPS PROGRAM
ID: 353584Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina (DOS-BIH)

Award Range

$1K - $140K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/353584
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina is offering a funding opportunity through the BOLD Academic Fellowships Program, aimed at supporting economic development initiatives for student leaders in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Eligible applicants include U.S. public and private non-profit organizations and accredited post-secondary educational institutions, which must demonstrate the capability to operate throughout BiH, either independently or in partnership with local organizations. The program has an estimated total funding of $140,000, with a minimum award of $1,000 and a maximum of $140,000, and proposals must be submitted by June 14, 2024. Interested parties can reach out to Edin Gurda at info@BOLD.ba for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    info@BOLD.ba
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    2024-AEECA-Bold Fellowship Econ Devt Proj Proposal.docx
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