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DOS-DEU-24-CA-008: U.S. Alumni Program

Closed Closed July 22, 2024 Opportunity DOS-DEU-24-CA-008 ☆ Save

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• Award ceiling$400,000
• Award floor$150,000
• Expected awards1
• Cost sharingNot required
• Funding typeCooperative Agreement

Key dates

Who can apply

This opportunity was open to nonprofits and individuals.

• Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
• Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
• Individuals

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Is this a realistic fit?

• Past AEECA/ESF PD Programs awards averaged $83,527; this notice allows up to $400,000 per award.
• No cost sharing or match is required.

What the grant funds

A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Consulate General Frankfurt of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a virtual alumni professional development and networking program over a minimum of a 24-month period. The goal of this program is to involve alumni with diverse interests by offering a broad range of activities such as speaker programs, trainings, and educational opportunities. Through the proposed programming, alumni of U.S. government-funded and U.S. government-sponsored programs will be able to connect with each other and enhance their professional development. Successful applicants should have the capacity to organize virtual events, design and implement specialized programs like mentoring initiatives, and conduct Training of Trainers (ToT) programs to equip alumni with facilitation skills. Additionally, we encourage applicants to demonstrate creativity in designing online engagement strategies, fostering entrepreneurship, and promoting creative thinking and problem solving through initiatives like incubators or accelerators. Maintaining connections with the alumni community through effective communication strategies is also essential for a successful proposal. All aspects of this program will be virtual (online) and conducted in English. There will be no in-person programming. Please follow all instructions below. A.1. Priority Region: Eurasia A.2: Program Objectives: Objective 1 Provide USG alumni the opportunity to access information, resources, and networks that will allow them to leverage the skills and experiences gained through their exchanges. Provide skill-building and networking opportunities for alumni of programs including, but not limited to: PFP, YEAR, FLEX, IVLP, Fulbright, Atlas Corps, SABIT, SUSI, Humphrey. Provide professional development opportunities through mentorship programs, networking events and other activities that allow alumni to connect, share experiences, and leverage skills gained through the exchange programs to enable them to have successful careers and give back to their home communities. Examples of activities that could be proposed include: sessions with U.S.

Category: Education.

Applying now

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