# ALUMNI-INFLUENCERS SUMMIT 2025 DRC

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/af-drc-pds-fy25-05-alumni-influencers-summit-2025-drc/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/357955

> U.S. Mission to the Democratic Republic of Congo offered grants of up to $100,000 (at least $100,000) to the applicants described in the notice. It expected to make one award worth $100,000 in total. Applications closed on February 17, 2025.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | AF-DRC-PDS-FY25-05 |
| Agency | U.S. Mission to the Democratic Republic of Congo |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | February 17, 2025 |
| Award ceiling | $100,000 |
| Award floor | $100,000 |
| Expected awards | 1 |
| Total funding | $100,000 |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 19.022 |

## Who can apply

- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

The following organizations are eligible to apply: • Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non governmental organizations • Public and private educational institutions • Individuals For profit entities are not eligible for this funding opportunity.

## What the grant funds

The Democratic Republic of Congo is home to over 4,000 individuals who have benefited from U.S. government exchange programs. In addition, the country boasts a rapidly growing community of influencers who are playing a pivotal role in the nation’s transformation and development. Their influence is particularly significant in shaping the evolving relationship between the American and Congolese peoples. In this context, and with the goal of fostering meaningful exchanges, supporting alumni initiatives, and enhancing the skills of Congolese digital creators and influencers, Public Diplomacy - Kinshasa is proud to host the Alumni – Influencers Summit. This major event will take place from June 4 to 6, 2025, at the Rotana Hotel in Kinshasa. It will bring together 300 alumni and influencers, including 50 participants from various provinces across the DRC. The summit is designed to provide a platform for collaboration, idea-sharing, and networking among these key stakeholders. The primary objective of the summit is to strengthen their online presence and support the growth of their businesses. By providing opportunities for skill development and fostering valuable connections, the summit will empower attendees to enhance their digital influence and contribute to the continued development of the country.

## Questions people ask

### Is AF-DRC-PDS-FY25-05 still open?

No. It closed on February 17, 2025.

### Who can apply for ALUMNI-INFLUENCERS SUMMIT 2025 DRC?

U.S. Mission to the Democratic Republic of Congo accepted applications from the applicants described in the notice. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for ALUMNI-INFLUENCERS SUMMIT 2025 DRC?

Closed February 17, 2025. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.

### How much funding is available?

Awards of up to $100,000 each. About $100,000 in total for one award.

### Who has won Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs Appropriation Overseas Grants grants before?

The largest recipients over five fiscal years were Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees, Georgetown University, Persatuan Gaya Hidup Lestari Biji Biji Kuala Lumpur. The program made 3,361 awards worth $57.2 million in that time.