U.S. Embassy Lome Public Diplomacy Annual Program Statement
ID: 356996Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Togo (DOS-TGO)

Award Range

$10K - $25K

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/356996

Additional Information

https://tg.usembassy.gov/embassy/funding-opportunities/
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Togo is offering funding opportunities through its Public Diplomacy Annual Program Statement aimed at strengthening cultural ties between the United States and Togo. This initiative invites proposals for programs that promote bilateral cooperation, focusing on areas such as peace, democratic institutions, economic growth, and development opportunities, with a requirement for American cultural components in all submissions. A total of $60,000 is available for grants ranging from $10,000 to $25,000, with an expected ten awards to be made. Interested applicants, including governmental institutions and not-for-profits, must submit their proposals by July 31, 2025, and can direct inquiries to LomePDGrants@state.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    LomePDGrants@state.gov
    Files
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    Lome-Annual.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy Lome is announcing funding opportunities through its Public Diplomacy Annual Program Statement for Togo, aimed at strengthening cultural ties between the U.S. and Togo. Grants range from $10,000 to $25,000, with a total of $60,000 available for the fiscal year, supporting programs that promote bilateral cooperation, peace, democratic institutions, economic growth, and development opportunities. Eligible applicants include not-for-profits, educational institutions, and individuals with specific registration requirements. Proposals must include American cultural components and must adhere to guidelines concerning application format and submission. The review process assesses program quality, organizational experience, budget justification, monitoring and evaluation planning, sustainability, and support for underserved communities. Selected recipients will be subject to federal compliance, reporting, and evaluations post-award. This initiative underlines the U.S. government's commitment to fostering international understanding and collaboration through cultural and educational programming.
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