The U.S. Embassy in Cape Verde is offering small grants to celebrate America's 250th anniversary while promoting U.S. foreign policy goals in Cabo Verde. The grants aim to support projects that engage local youth, leaders, and communities in exploring American values like democracy and innovation. Projects should include a clear American element, such as partnerships with U.S. experts or institutions.
Who it's for: This grant is open to anyone, including organizations and individuals, who can create projects that engage Cabo Verdean audiences in themes like democracy, innovation, and American culture. It's especially suitable for those who can incorporate American elements into their projects.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of a clear American element in the proposal
- Projects not aligned with priority areas like technology, innovation, or civic participation
- Proposals exceeding the $10,000 budget limit
- Incomplete application submission
- Failure to meet the application deadline
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan within $2,000 - $10,000
- Proof of collaboration with U.S. experts or institutions
- Documentation of previous relevant work or experience
- Completed application forms
- Contact information for project leads
- Timeline for project implementation
- Evaluation plan for project outcomes
Cautions
- Ensure your project includes a significant American element
- Stay within the budget limits
- Align your project with the specified priority areas
- Submit all required documents by the deadline
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
This grant opportunity is unrestricted, meaning it is open to any individual or organization capable of meeting the grant's goals. This includes non-profits, educational institutions, businesses, and individuals who can engage Cabo Verdean audiences with projects that incorporate American elements.
Overview
This grant is open to anyone, including organizations and individuals, who can create projects that engage Cabo Verdean audiences in themes like democracy, innovation, and American culture. It's especially suitable for those who can incorporate American elements into their projects.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of a clear American element in the proposal
- Projects not aligned with priority areas like technology, innovation, or civic participation
- Proposals exceeding the $10,000 budget limit
- Incomplete application submission
- Failure to meet the application deadline
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to create and implement projects that engage Cabo Verdean audiences in exploring American values and innovations. This includes costs related to collaborations with U.S. experts, educational programs, cultural events, and other activities that align with the grant's goals.
Expected Awards
10
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Apr 17, 2026
- Deadline
- Jun 19, 2026(6 days)
- Archive Date
- Jul 19, 2026
Application Checklist
- Develop a project proposal with a clear American element
- Create a detailed budget plan
- Identify and confirm collaboration with U.S. experts or institutions
- Gather documentation of past relevant work
- Complete all application forms
- Submit application by June 19, 2026