Deadline: 31 March 2018
U.S. Embassy in Burkina Faso is seeking applications for its Ambassador Self-Help Program to award grants to community groups to carry out small development projects.
The goal of this program is to encourage community involvement and the use of local resources and expertise to improve basic economic and social conditions of the local community.
Funding information
The maximum grant is $10,000.
Eligible Projects
- The project must be initiated by the community and should benefit the community by increasing income or improving living conditions. If the project is designed to generate income, it must be truly community-based and not a for-profit enterprise or sole proprietorship.
- The project should be sustainable and not require continued support after the one-time contribution from the Self-Help Program.
- The community must make substantial contributions to the project in money or in kind.
- All projects must be completed in one year.
How to Apply
Applicants can download the application form via given website.
Eligible Country: Burkina Faso
For more information, please visit Ambassador Self-Help Program.