Deadline: 1 March 2018
The U.S. Embassy in Gaborone, Botswana has announced an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out projects through the Ambassador’s Special Self Help (ASSH) Program.
The Ambassador’s Self Help Fund in Botswana provides grants to assist small-scale community development projects that improve basic economic or social conditions at the village level.
The objective of the fund is to encourage self-reliance within local communities and to further U.S. Embassy health and development priorities in Botswana.
Priorities
Projects must align with one or more U.S. Embassy priority:
- Community-based natural resource management
- Economic diversification, including small business creation and income generation
- Social services to assist disadvantaged populations
- Youth and child development
Funding Information
- Length of performance period: One (1) year
- Number of awards anticipated: Five (5) awards (dependent on grant amounts)
- Award amounts: awards may range from a minimum of $5,000 to a maximum of $25,000
- Anticipated project start date: October 1, 2018
Participants and Audiences
All applicants must be registered Non-Profit Organizations (NPOs) and have been in operation for at least one year to be eligible for funding. Proposals are welcome from Community Based Organizations (CBOs), Faith Based Organizations (FBOs), and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) that work directly with communities. Organizations with currently running projects may apply as long as they justify the need for more resources in new directions.
Eligibility Criteria
- The Ambassador’s Special Self Help Program will only accept proposals from:
- Registered not-for-profit organizations, including civil society/non-governmental organizations.
- Established, registered grassroots community-based organizations (CBOs) and Faith Based Organizations (FBOs).
- For-profit, commercial entities and individuals are not eligible to apply.
How to Apply
Applicants can download the application form via given website.
Eligible Country: Botswana
For more information, please visit U.S. Embassy in Botswana.