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Promoting the eSports Industry in the MENA Region

Assistance Coordination · SFOP0005222

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Award Range

$150K$300K

Total Program Funding

$300K

Expected Awards

1

Deadline

August 8, 2018

GRANTQUICK SUMMARYPlain-English Overview

Promoting the eSports Industry in the MENA Region. Assistance Coordination. Aligned with the U.S. Government's Economic Reform objective, this funding opportunity seeks to advance U.S. economic interests in the MENA region while bolstering the nascent eSports industry. This initiative will advance and promote the industry to become a part of the mainstream private sector,... $150,000-$300,000 per award; $300,000 total program funding; ~1 awards expected.

Who Should Apply

Other eligible entities

Who Should NOT Apply

Individuals and organizations outside the specified eligible types

Key Requirements (Plain English)

  • small businesses with function and regional experience in the areas of technology, eSports, and/or social-media or digitally-based gaming
  • Cost sharing/matching required
  • Deadline: 2018-08-08

💡 GrantQuick Tip

Budget for cost-sharing match. Demonstrate institutional commitment and matching funds clearly in your proposal.

Competitiveness: Very high — extremely limited awards available

What This Grant Funds

Aligned with the U.S. Government's Economic Reform objective, this funding opportunity seeks to advance U.S. economic interests in the MENA region while bolstering the nascent eSports industry. This initiative will advance and promote the industry to become a part of the mainstream private sector, encouraging formalization of business development and economic growth. Through partnerships, technical assistance, and joint ventures with the private sector from the U.S. and other regions, this initiative will develop and implement business strategies and models to monetize the industry. Further, it will create a viable career option for youth in the region by participating on teams or by producing innovative regional and local gaming and eSports content.

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Who Can Apply

small businesses with function and regional experience in the areas of technology, eSports, and/or social-media or digitally-based gaming

Eligible Applicant Types

Other (see NOFO for details)

Funding Details

Minimum Award
$150K
Maximum Award
$300K
Total Program Funding
$300K
Expected Number of Awards
1
Cost Sharing Required?
Yes
Funding Instrument
cooperative_agreement

Key Dates

Posted: June 19, 2018
Application Deadline: August 8, 2018 (0 days remaining)

Agency Contact

Elizbeth Hartman

Ready to apply?

View the full NOFO and submit your application on Grants.gov