The U.S. Mission to the African Union is offering up to $50,000 in funding through its Small Grants Program.
The U.S. is partnering with the African Union to give grants to organisations that focus on advancing peace and security; promoting economic growth, trade, and investment; strengthening global health security; and fostering shared goals.
To this end, the U.S. Mission to the African Union will implement public diplomacy initiatives that address these priorities to make America safer, stronger, and more prosperous.
The program will prioritize projects that strengthen ties between the United States and the African Union. The grant proposals will convey an American cultural element, support a priority program area, or include a connection with an American expert.
Focus areas
- Highlighting U.S.-AU cooperation
- Countering terrorism and extremism
- Strengthening institutions
- Ensure fair economic and trade relationships
- Promoting leadership and entrepreneurship in science and technology
- Encouraging English language learning
- Advancing economic prosperity
- Journalism capacity building and/or expanding media literacy
- Spotlight on America’s achievements, innovation, and leadership
The duration of the programme is 6 to 12 months, with the geographical foccus being Sub-Saharan and North African countries.
Participants can come Academic institutions, business leaders and entrepreneurs, community leaders, students and youth, and cultural and sports institutions.
Application Requirements
- Your proposal should address the goals and objectives of this funding opportunity
- Submit all documents in English language
- Your proposal budget should be in U.S. dollars
- Your pages are numbered
- All documents are formatted to 8 ½ x 11 paper
- All Microsoft Word documents are single-spaced, 12-point Calibri font, with a minimum of 1-inch margins.
How to Apply
Apply before August 15, 2025, by submitting applications via THIS LINK
The U.S. Mission to the African Union is offering grants of up to $50,000 through its Small Grants Program to organizations focused on peace and security, economic growth, global health security, and shared goals.
The initiative aims to bolster ties between the U.S. and the African Union by supporting projects with an American cultural component or connections to American experts.
Key areas of focus include countering terrorism, promoting economic relationships, entrepreneurship in science and technology, English learning, media literacy, and showcasing U.S. achievements.
The program targets sub-Saharan and North African regions, with durations ranging from 6 to 12 months. Eligible participants include academic institutions, entrepreneurs, community leaders, and more.
Applications must address the program goals, be submitted in English, and adhere to specific formatting and budgetary guidelines.
Interested applicants must submit their proposals by August 15, 2025, through the provided online link.
