# Country-wide Management of English for Workforce Development Program in Pakistan

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/scaisb-23-aw-003-02272023-country-wide-management-of-english-for-workforce-development/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/346396

> U.S. Mission to Pakistan offered grants of up to $2.0 million (at least $1.5 million) to the applicants described in the notice. It expected to make one award worth $2.0 million in total. Applications closed on April 28, 2023.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | SCAISB-23-AW-003-02272023 |
| Agency | U.S. Mission to Pakistan |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | April 28, 2023 |
| Award ceiling | $2.0 million |
| Award floor | $1.5 million |
| Expected awards | 1 |
| Total funding | $2.0 million |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 19.501 |

## 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 • Civil society/non-governmental organizations • Public and private educational institutions (Not-for-profit departments)

## What the grant funds

The Regional English Language Office (RELO) in the Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Embassy Islamabad of the U.S. Department of State (hereafter referred to as “RELO Pakistan”) is pleased to announce an open competition for assistance awards through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). This grant is for the countrywide management of the English Works! program, in collaboration with in-country educational service providers. The target demographic for this project is under-employed and unemployed young adults ages 17-25. Participants will be identified and/or selected by the U.S. Embassy and Consulates from across Pakistan. In-country educational service providers that conduct the classes are also selected by the U.S. Embassy and Consulates. (Note: Throughout this NOFO, schools, NGOs, and other partners will be referred to as "in-country educational service providers.") RELO Pakistan’s purpose in funding projects under this opportunity is to improve human capacity by creating a better educated and more skillful workforce. This program will increase participants’ English language proficiency and employability, enabling them to become more productive members of their community and society. Based on funding availability, this English Works! project will provide a foundation of English language and vocational skills to underserved youth, ages 17-25. The six-month, 240-hour program boosts English language proficiency, develops computer literacy skills, and builds job market knowledge and confidence. Since launching in 2015, over 4,000 Pakistani youth have graduated from the English Works! program with more marketable skills, leading to greater employability. RELO Pakistan invites all eligible organizations (see Section C for Eligibility Requirements) to submit proposals for grants that address the objective(s) listed below. Proposed budget cannot exceed $2,000,000 and will have a project duration of up to two years.

## Questions people ask

### Is SCAISB-23-AW-003-02272023 still open?

No. It closed on April 28, 2023.

### Who can apply for Country-wide Management of English for Workforce Development Program in Pakistan?

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

### What is the deadline for Country-wide Management of English for Workforce Development Program in Pakistan?

Closed April 28, 2023. 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 $2.0 million each. About $2.0 million in total for one award.

### Who has won Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan grants before?

The largest recipients over five fiscal years were Family Health International, United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan, Pakistan American Cultural Center. The program made 135 awards worth $37.6 million in that time.