Local Partner Fund (LPF)
ID: 355506Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Democratic Republic of the Congo USAID-Kinshasa (USAID-DEM)

Award Range

$100K - $5M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355506
Timeline
    Description

    The USAID-Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is offering the Local Partner Fund (LPF), aimed at empowering local entities to lead development and humanitarian efforts. This initiative seeks to enhance the capacity of local organizations in DRC and the Central African Republic (CAR) by providing direct funding and fostering collaboration, learning, and adaptation in addressing major development challenges. The LPF will award between $100,000 and $5 million to approximately 20 selected local partners, with proposals due by June 15, 2025. Interested applicants can reach out to USAID/DRC/OAA at drcoaa@usaid.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    drcoaa@usaid.gov
    Files
    Title
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