PGO Request for SSH Proposals
ID: 355203Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Mauritania (DOS-MRT)

Award Range

$6K - $12K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Community Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Continuation

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355203
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Mauritania, through the U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott, is inviting proposals for the PGO Request for SSH Proposals, aimed at funding small development activities that promote socioeconomic initiatives within local communities. Eligible applicants include local communities, cooperatives, associations, local NGOs, and municipalities, with the program designed to encourage self-reliance and community-driven projects that have an immediate impact. A total of $60,000 is available for this funding opportunity, with individual grants ranging from $6,000 to $12,000, and five awards expected to be made. Interested parties must submit their applications by 11:59 PM EDT on August 6, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Nouakchottgrants@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Nouakchottgrants@state.gov
    Files
    Title
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    PGO
    PGO.bin
    SF424_4_current
    SF424_4_current.pdf
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