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Overview
| Donor: | U.S. Mission to India |
| Application procedure: | Full Proposal |
| Donor base: | United States |
| Reference number: | ND-NOFO-24-104 |
| Eligible applicants: | Non-Profit Organisation, Social Business |
| Deadline: | 03.06.2024 |
Financial details
| Grant size: | Small - up to $100,000 |
| Minimum grant size: | 75.000$ |
| Total available budget: | 100.000$ |
| Funding type: | Grants |
| Maximum grant size: | 100.000$ |
| Funding ratio: | up to 100% |
Sectors
- Capacity Building
- Education
- Research, Technology & Innovation
Project Locations
Asia
India
Description
1) Objective
The Space Experiential Learning Center (SELC) initiative, led by the U.S. Department of State’s Public Diplomacy Section in New Delhi, seeks to establish a cutting-edge educational facility aimed at fostering expertise and interest in space science and technology among aspiring enthusiasts in India. Through theoretical education and hands-on practical training, the SELC aims to provide immersive experiences to approximately 60 participants across four cohorts.
The program, spanning one year, will consist of classroom sessions focusing on space exploration, astronomy, and related topics, supplemented by field visits to deepen participants’ understanding. By leveraging state-of-the-art space equipment and immersive experiences, the SELC endeavors to cultivate a new generation of space enthusiasts from diverse backgrounds, contributing to the advancement of space science education and exploration in India.
2) Eligibility
Eligible applicants for this cooperative agreement include not-for-profit organizations, for-profit organizations (with non-PD money only), civil society/non-governmental organizations, think tanks, public and private educational institutions, as well as public international organizations and governmental institutions.
3) Location
Actions must take place in India.
4) Budget
The estimated total program funding for the Space Experiential Learning Center (SELC) initiative is $100,000, with an award ceiling of $100,000 and an award floor of $75,000.
5) Application
Interested applicants are invited to submit proposals for the operation and demonstration of experiences at the American Center New Delhi (ACND), which will house the SELC. Detailed instructions for the application process can be found in the full announcement available under the ‘related documents’ tab. The original closing date for applications is June 03, 2024. For assistance with accessing the full announcement electronically or further inquiries, applicants may contact the Grant Application Manager at the Public Diplomacy Office via email at ND_GrantApplications@state.gov.