business_and_commerce · DOS-NEA-AC

Economic Diversification and Access to Finance in Bahrain

Assistance Coordination · SFOP0007728

Closed

Award Range

$400K – $500K

Total Program Funding

$500K

Expected Awards

Deadline

June 3, 2021

GRANTQUICK SUMMARYPlain-English Overview

Economic Diversification and Access to Finance in Bahrain. Assistance Coordination. The Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs’ Office of Assistance Coordination (NEA/AC) invites applications that foster entrepreneurial and startup activity and accelerate economic diversification in Bahrain. The funding supports proposals that assist businesses in shifting from the startup stage to the... $400,000-$500,000 per award; $500,000 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)

•Eligible applicants include: - U
•Deadline: 2021-06-03

💡 GrantQuick Tip

Clearly demonstrate alignment with funding priorities and provide measurable outcomes.

Competitiveness: Very high — extremely limited awards available

What This Grant Funds

The Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs’ Office of Assistance Coordination (NEA/AC) invites applications that foster entrepreneurial and startup activity and accelerate economic diversification in Bahrain. The funding supports proposals that assist businesses in shifting from the startup stage to the intermediate and expansion stages in order to increase new employment opportunities.

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Economic Diversification and Access to Finance in Bahrain v2

Economic_Diversification_and_Access_to_Finance_in_Bahrain_v2.pdf

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Economic Diversification and Access to Finance in Bahrain Q&A v2

Economic_Diversification_and_Access_to_Finance_in_Bahrain_QA_v2.pdf

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Economic Diversification and Access to Finance in Bahrain v3

Economic_Diversification_and_Access_to_Finance_in_Bahrain_v3.pdf

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Economic Diversification and Access to Finance in Bahrain Q&A

Economic_Diversification_and_Access_to_Finance_in_Bahrain_QA.pdf

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APPENDIX 1- AC Budget Sample Template and Budget Narrative Guidance

APPENDIX_1-_AC_Budget_Sample_Template_and_Budget_Narrative_Guidance_2021.xlsx

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Economic Diversification and Access to Finance in Bahrain NOFO v1

Economic_Diversification_and_Access_to_Finance_in_Bahrain.pdf

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APPENDIX 2 - Logic Model

APPENDIX_2_-_Logic_Model_2021.docx

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APPENDIX 3 - AC Application Guidance

APPENDIX_3_-_AC_Application_Guidance_2021.pdf

Who Can Apply

Eligible applicants include: - U.S. or foreign o Non-profit organizations; o For-profit organizations; and o Small and Medium-sized businesses with function and regional experience in the areas of entrepreneurship and communication and financial technology in the MENA region.

Eligible Applicant Types

Other (see NOFO for details)

Funding Details

Minimum Award: $400K
Maximum Award: $500K
Total Program Funding: $500K
Expected Number of Awards: 1
Cost Sharing Required?: No
Funding Instrument: grant

Key Dates

Posted: April 27, 2021

Application Deadline: June 3, 2021 (0 days remaining)

Agency Contact

NEA-Grants@state.gov

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