Academy for Women Entrepreneurs 2024 Central African Republic
ID: 351417Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Central African Republic (DOS-CAF)

Award Range

$25K - $40K

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/351417

Additional Information

https://cf.usembassy.gov/fr/academy-for-women-entrepreneurs-2024/
Timeline
  1. 1
    Forecast Posted Not available
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    Forecast Due Not available
  3. 3
    Posted Dec 12, 2023 12:00 AM
  4. 4
    Due Jan 12, 2024 12:00 AM
Description

The U.S. Mission to Central African Republic is offering a grant opportunity titled "Academy for Women Entrepreneurs 2024 Central African Republic". This grant aims to support the establishment of a six-month entrepreneurship program for approximately 30 emerging female entrepreneurs in Central African Republic. The program will provide these entrepreneurs with the knowledge, networks, and access they need to launch and scale successful businesses. The program will include in-person and virtual sessions with established Central African women entrepreneurs, U.S.-funded exchange program alumni, and other experts. The proposal should include the online interactive DreamBuilder course as part of the program. The grant award can be up to $40,000. The program should have a strong American component, including American coaches. The objectives of the program are to expand participants' understanding of business fundamentals, expose them to U.S. models for business development, and facilitate the development of a network of female entrepreneurs. The proposal should address program implementation, recruitment strategy, and follow-up activities. The target audience for the program is current or future women business owners in Central African Republic. The applicants are encouraged to develop programs for underrepresented populations, niche business sectors, or areas of potential growth. The proposal should include a variety of interactive activities, workshops, and other learning experiences. The deadline for submission is January 12, 2024. For more information, please visit the grant opportunity website.

Point(s) of Contact
SesnakNJ@state.gov
Files
Title
Posted
AWE BANGUI 2024.docx
4/10/2024
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