Small Grants Program – US Embassy Montevideo

Description

1) Objective

The U.S. Embassy Montevideo of the U.S. Department of State invites proposal submissions for the development, implementation and management of programs that support the Embassy’s strategic priorities. Proposals should reflect an understanding of the following priority areas:

• Economic Prosperity: Drive economic prosperity, trade, U.S. investment, and economic growth; Address the root causes of migration by enhancing workforce training and skill development in strategic sectors; Advance technology development, STEM training, artificial intelligence, big data, and robotics
• Democracy and Leadership: Reinforce free-market principles and economic growth; Leverage U.S. strengths through a focus on democratic values and civic participation; Promote academic and professional excellence through exchange activities with U.S. institutions and experts
• Security and Safety: Strengthen local security capacity by combatting transnational criminal organizations, money laundering, and/or trafficking in persons; Reinforce justice, transparency, accountability, and freedom of expression; Cybersecurity and critical infrastructure protection

2) Eligibility

Eligibility is limited registered Uruguayan non-profit organizations including think tanks, civil society organizations, NGOs, cultural and/or educational associations, Uruguayan governmental entities, public and non-profit educational institutions.

3) Location

Actions must take place in Uruguay.

4) Budget

Total available funding is $160,000. Grants may range from $120,000-$160,000.

5) Application

The application deadline is 18 May 2025.