The U.S.-Africa Strategic Investment Program is designed to boost economic growth in sub-Saharan Africa by encouraging private sector investments, particularly in critical minerals and commercial diplomacy. The program aims to attract high-quality investments from U.S. and allied companies, fostering a competitive and transparent business environment.
Who it's for: This grant is for nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, for-profit organizations, individuals, and Native American tribal organizations. It's ideal for those who have projects that can attract U.S. investments and demonstrate benefits to sub-Saharan African countries.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Projects not focused on sub-Saharan Africa
- Lack of measurable benefits to target countries
- Inability to demonstrate U.S. commercial participation
- Non-transparent or non-competitive project processes
What You May Need
- Proof of 501(c)(3) status (for nonprofits)
- Business registration documents (for for-profits)
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Evidence of potential U.S. investment
- Impact assessment plan
- Partnership agreements (if applicable)
Cautions
- Ensure projects align with U.S. national interests
- Focus on measurable benefits to sub-Saharan countries
- Highlight U.S. commercial participation
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, which are tax-exempt organizations recognized by the IRS; for-profit organizations, which are businesses aiming to make a profit; individuals, who are single applicants not representing an organization; and Native American tribal organizations, which are groups recognized as sovereign entities. The grant is open to a wide range of applicants, but projects must focus on benefiting sub-Saharan African countries.
Overview
This grant is for nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, for-profit organizations, individuals, and Native American tribal organizations. It's ideal for those who have projects that can attract U.S. investments and demonstrate benefits to sub-Saharan African countries.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Projects not focused on sub-Saharan Africa
- Lack of measurable benefits to target countries
- Inability to demonstrate U.S. commercial participation
- Non-transparent or non-competitive project processes
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop projects that encourage U.S. investments in sub-Saharan Africa, focusing on critical minerals and commercial diplomacy. This includes creating transparent and competitive processes that attract high-quality investments.
Total Program Funding
$500,000,000
Expected Awards
10
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jul 23, 2026
- Deadline
- May 27, 2027(307 days)
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as a nonprofit, for-profit, individual, or tribal organization
- Prepare a comprehensive project proposal
- Outline a clear budget and funding needs
- Demonstrate potential for U.S. investment
- Develop a plan for measurable impacts in sub-Saharan Africa
- Ensure transparency and competitiveness in project processes