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U.S. Embassy in Nicaragua: Small Grants Program

Deadline: 31-Mar-22

The Public Affairs Section (PAS) at U.S. Embassy Managua is pleased to announce the opening of the 2021-2022 Annual Program Statement (APS) – PAS Small Grants Program. This program is open only to Nicaraguan and American citizen (s), non-profit, or non-governmental organizations, and institutions of higher education.

Goals

The Public Affairs Section (PAS) Small Grants Program awards grants to US and Nicaraguan citizens and non-profit and non-governmental organizations to support innovative projects focused on empowering Nicaraguans through educational and entrepreneurial opportunities.

Objectives

The Public Affairs Section (PAS) is interested in projects that promote US-Nicaragua relations through proposals that will:

  • Improve instruction and academic achievement in English language proficiency and / or science, technology, environment, architecture / art, and math (STEAM)
  • Strengthen entrepreneurship and economic development
  • Include, empower, and expand access among minorities communities, women, and disadvantaged communities
  • Engage alumni of US sponsored exchange programs
  • Promote civic education
Funding Information
  • The maximum amount considered under the PAS Small Grants Program is US $ 60,000.00 per award.
  • It is essential to provide a clear budget with a thorough and reasonable cost breakdown for the project, including specific categories for which the funds would be used.
  • All awards are subject to the availability of funds.
Eligibility Criteria

The Public Affairs Section encourages applications from US and Nicaragua only:

  • Registered not-for-profit organizations, including civil society / non-governmental organizations with programming experience
  • Nicaraguan and US Individuals
  • Institutions of Higher Education

For more information, visit https://ni.usembassy.gov/embassy/managua/grants/