Public Diplomacy Section Praia: Small Grants Program

U.S. Mission to Cape Verde · DOS

CFDA Numbers

19.022, 19.040, 19.441

Award Ceiling

$10K

Award Floor

$2K

Expected Awards

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Close Date

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Section I

How to Apply

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Program Contact

Mission Praia Public Affairs Grants Management Team
praiagrants@state.gov

Section II

Eligibility

The following U.S and Cabo Verdean organizations are eligible to apply: • Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations • Public and private educational institutions • Public International Organizations and Governmental institutions For-profit, commercial entities or individuals are NOT eligible to apply and will not be considered for review.

Eligible Applicant Types

Section III

Description

Executive SummaryThe Public Diplomacy Grants Program aims to strengthen U.S.-Cabo Verde relations by funding initiatives that promote mutual understanding and collaboration. These grants support projects aligned with U.S. foreign policy priorities, including economic growth, security cooperation, democratic governance, and cultural exchange.All projects must include an American cultural element, or connection with American expert(s), organization(s), or institution(s) in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives.Applicants are advised to review the executive orders and assess their potential impact on proposed projects. Ensuring that initiatives align with current U.S. foreign policy objectives and demonstrate programmatic efficiency will be crucial for funding consideration.

Section IV

Key Dates

Posted: Aug 27, 2025
Archive: Sep 29, 2025