Closed · AFMBA-FY21-01 · CFDA 19.040 · Discretionary
U.S. Embassy Mbabane Public Affairs Section Annual Program Statement
Federal grant opportunity posted by U.S. Mission to Eswatini, cataloged on Grants.gov.
- $2K-$15K
- Award range
- Closed
- Status
- September 30, 2021
- Close date
- -
- Expected awards
The verdict
U.S. Embassy Mbabane Public Affairs Section Annual Program Statement is a closed discretionary listing from U.S. Mission to Eswatini that offered $1,500 -- $15,000. Future funding cycles may be published under the same CFDA number.
- $2K-$15K
- award range
- Closed
- application status
- 19.040
- CFDA program
Opportunity snapshot. This Grants.gov announcement - U.S. Embassy Mbabane Public Affairs Section Annual Program Statement - is cataloged under number AFMBA-FY21-01 and tied to CFDA assistance listing 19.040, posted by U.S. Mission to Eswatini. Grants.gov currently shows the opportunity as closed, first posted on March 17, 2021 and last updated on March 21, 2022. The funding category is Discretionary, delivered as a grant.
Award economics. The award range on file is $1,500 -- $15,000. Cost sharing is not required, so applicants do not need to commit matching funds to be competitive on this opportunity. Federal award ranges are often upper bounds; actual allocations reflect program appropriations, the strength of the applicant pool, and the evaluation committee's scoring.
Deadline and action path. This opportunity closed on September 30, 2021. Future funding cycles may be published under the same CFDA number, so monitoring the parent program page is the most reliable way to catch re-announcements. Every Grants.gov submission requires an active SAM.gov registration and a Unique Entity ID. Review the Eligibility section below carefully, federal eligibility categories (nonprofit, state or local government, tribal, individual, educational institution, small business) have distinct registration and reporting requirements. Pre-application outreach to the listed agency contact is permitted and often welcomed, it helps clarify scope and scoring priorities. Before acting on the deadline or award figures above, verify them directly on the official Grants.gov listing, amendments can change dates and amounts after this page was last refreshed.
Award Range
$1,500 -- $15,000
Close Date
September 30, 2021
Posted
March 17, 2021
Instrument
Grant
Description
The Public Affairs Section (PAS) Mbabane invites proposals for programs that provide Swati audiences with current, accurate information and opportunities for increased understanding of U.S. policies, government, society, history, and culture. All programs must include an American cultural element, or connection with American expert(s), organization(s), or institution(s) in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives. Eligible U.S. or Swati citizens and non-profit organizations are invited to propose projects up to $15,000 that include an American component, and promote one or more of the goals outlined below. Project activities must take place in Eswatini and must be completed within 18 months. GOALS: Through the FY2021 Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program, PAS aims to: 1. Promote prosperity and good governance; 2. Advance public health, human rights, and dignity; 3. Counter transnational threats and foster American security. OBJECTIVES: Entrepreneurship & Economic Growth A continuum of activities that support innovation and entrepreneurship, in particular startups in the social entrepreneurship space that are sustainable and contribute to job creation; activities that encourage trade and investment and other partner relationships between entities in the United States and Eswatini to promote economic growth and prosperity. Education Activities that promote quality higher education, collaboration between U.S. and Eswatini higher educational institutions, skills training, leadership and soft skills development, workforce and technical skills development, sharing of common values and inspiration, Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM), and general awareness of international standards and trends in education. Good Governance / Citizen Participation in Democracy Activities aimed at promoting accountability, transparency, efficiency, and effectiveness in local, municipal, provincial, and national governments; freedom of speech; a free and responsible media, voter participation, and civic responsibility. Human Rights and Dignity Activities that encourage women’s empowerment and gender equality, respect for underserved and underrepresented individuals, empower marginalized and disadvantaged communities, and encourage social inclusion, access to resources, and fundamental human rights for all.
Eligibility
Grants.gov lists this opportunity under eligibility category code 25. These codes correspond to applicant types (state/local government, tribal organization, nonprofit, educational institution, individual, small business, etc.) defined in Grants.gov's own eligibility reference. See the current Grants.gov eligibility categories or check the official listing below for this opportunity's exact eligibility statement.
Official Listing on Grants.gov
View full details, application forms, and submission instructions.
Parent Grant Program
USAID International Development Grants
U.S. Department of State
Agency Contact
Mission Eswatini Public Affairs Grants Management Team
Key Dates
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this grant opportunity?
Is this opportunity still open?
How much funding is available?
How do I apply?
Disclaimer: This information is sourced from Grants.gov and SAM.gov and is for informational purposes only. Opportunity details, deadlines, and eligibility requirements change frequently. Always verify current information directly on Grants.gov before applying. PlainGrants is not affiliated with any federal agency.
Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
Related
| Publisher | PlainGrants |
| Sources | the SAM.gov Assistance Listings and Grants.gov |