Opportunity Information: Apply for OFOP0001217
The U.S. Government Alumni Small Grants Competition (Funding Opportunity Number OFOP0001217) is a discretionary grant opportunity from the U.S. Department of State, U.S. Mission to The Bahamas, administered through the U.S. Embassy Nassau Public Diplomacy Section. The purpose is to fund small projects that build partnerships and strengthen ties between the United States and The Bahamas through activities that advance shared objectives, encourage exchange, and engage Bahamian communities on topics of public interest. Awards are made based on the availability of funds, with an award ceiling of $20,000 per grant.
This competition is specifically aimed at individuals who previously participated in U.S. government-sponsored exchange or other U.S. government programs. Eligible applicants are listed as individuals, and Bahamian alumni may apply either in their personal capacity or as the head of an NGO. The Embassy is seeking proposals that help Bahamian audiences better understand the United States, including U.S. culture, society, government, economic and political systems, and core values. A key requirement is that proposed projects include clear American content. This American component can take several forms, such as bringing in speakers with expertise in U.S. policy, academia, culture, or economics; using U.S.-based training approaches, curricula, or materials; creating exchanges or linkages with U.S. institutions; or promoting U.S. culture and the arts as part of the programming.
Funding priorities emphasize practical, community-oriented initiatives that improve communities, expand citizen participation, and support constructive engagement on issues that matter to the public. The Embassy highlights a range of example themes that fit the program goals, including entrepreneurship and economic empowerment projects, especially those focused on women and girls; efforts that promote a more inclusive society; programs designed to integrate marginalized individuals or groups into broader community life; leadership development activities that prepare Bahamian youth to thrive and lead in a global economy; environmental conservation initiatives and projects that address climate change; and support for Bahamian civil society organizations working in areas of mutual U.S.-Bahamas interest. Another strong priority is expanding exchanges and engagement opportunities that help audiences in The Bahamas, particularly youth, women, and marginalized communities, gain a deeper understanding of the United States and the values the two countries share.
From an administrative standpoint, the opportunity is categorized under Business and Commerce (CFDA 19.040) and uses a grant funding instrument. The notice was created on August 14, 2023, with an original closing date of September 4, 2023. While the listing notes expected awards as 0, the narrative indicates awards may be issued depending on funds available, so the practical takeaway is that funding is competitive and contingent, and proposals should be tightly aligned to the stated priorities and American-content requirement.Apply for OFOP0001217
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to the Bahamas in the business and commerce sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "U.S. Government Alumni Small Grants Competition" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.040.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 14, 2023.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 04, 2023. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $20,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Individuals.
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