Opportunity Information: Apply for PDS KIGALI FY25 001
The Kigali Public Diplomacy APS (Funding Opportunity Number: PDS KIGALI FY25 001) is a U.S. Department of State U.S. Embassy Kigali public diplomacy funding opportunity aimed at strengthening ties between the United States and people in Rwanda through practical, community-facing projects. The Embassy is looking for proposals that emphasize innovation and skills development in ways that support economic prosperity and deepen people-to-people connections. This announcement functions as an Annual Program Statement, meaning it lays out the Embassy's main themes and expectations for proposals rather than prescribing a single narrow project model.
Funding may be provided through a grant, a fixed amount award (FAA), or a cooperative agreement. The key difference is that cooperative agreements (and some FAAs) involve more active participation by Embassy staff during implementation, described as "substantial involvement." Projects are expected to be completed within 12 months or less, and any awards are subject to the availability of funds. The listed award ceiling is $35,000. The opportunity is discretionary and falls under CFDA 19.040, with the Agency listed as the U.S. Mission to Rwanda. The original closing date is 2025-08-02.
The Embassy's priority program areas focus on building capacity and opportunity, particularly for young people and working professionals. Proposals can center on STEM leadership by integrating science, technology, engineering, and math into creative educational or training models that build problem-solving skills and prepare youth for future careers. Another priority is strengthening media professionalism and youth digital literacy, especially through initiatives that improve digital tool use, storytelling, and responsible information practices that contribute to a better-informed society. The Embassy is also interested in sports diplomacy projects that use sports as a platform for cooperation, cultural exchange, relationship-building, and potential economic benefits, including alternative revenue streams that support community self-reliance. In addition, proposals may target professional skills development to improve workforce readiness and career advancement, and may also focus on enhancing English proficiency to expand educational and professional access and enable stronger participation in global communication and economic activity.
In terms of target participants, the Embassy indicates a preference for proposals that serve youth (generally over age 15) and business or professional audiences. While cost sharing is not required, it is encouraged, which can strengthen an application by showing additional commitment and resources beyond Embassy funding.
Eligibility is broad. Applications may be submitted by U.S. and foreign not-for-profit organizations (including think tanks and civil society or non-governmental organizations), U.S. and foreign public or private educational institutions, and U.S. and foreign individuals. Organizations must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and an active SAM.gov registration to apply, while individuals do not need a UEI or SAM.gov registration.
The APS also clearly lists what it will not fund. Ineligible activities include partisan political programs, charitable or development assistance activities, construction, programs supporting specific religious activities, fundraising campaigns, lobbying for legislation or particular government programs, scientific research, projects mainly intended to grow the applicant organization itself (institutional development), and projects that duplicate existing programs.
For awards structured as cooperative agreements or FAAs involving substantial Embassy involvement, applicants should expect hands-on engagement from Embassy staff. This can include collaboration on program planning and approval of work plans and timelines, participation in monitoring and evaluation through meetings and site visits, technical assistance in program and financial management, coordination and networking support with relevant stakeholders, and review and approval of key personnel. The intent of this involvement is to keep implementation on track, ensure accountability and results, and maintain alignment with U.S. public diplomacy and foreign policy objectives in Rwanda.Apply for PDS KIGALI FY25 001
- The U.S. Mission to Rwanda in the other sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Kigali Public Diplomacy APS" 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 2025-06-11.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2025-08-02. (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 $35,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others.
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