Deadline: 15 January 2025
The Edward M. Kennedy Small Grant is a competition inviting organizations to submit proposals that strengthen U.S.-Bangladesh relations at the grassroots level.
This initiative encourages innovative solutions to local social challenges, fostering deeper collaboration between the two nations. Applicants are encouraged to explore the U.S. Mission to Bangladesh Integrated Country Strategy to align their proposals with strategic priorities, ensuring their projects’ relevance and impact on bilateral ties.
The EMK Center is excited to announce its annual Small Grants competition, inviting organizations to participate in this opportunity. This competition serves as an open call for proposals aimed at fortifying, broadening, and commemorating the bonds between the United States and Bangladesh at a grassroots level. It seeks to foster innovative concepts and offer local remedies to complex social challenges, thereby nurturing a deeper understanding and collaboration between the two nations.
Participants are urged to delve into the U.S. Mission to Bangladesh Integrated Country Strategy, which serves as a guiding framework for crafting robust proposals. By aligning their ideas with the strategic priorities outlined by the U.S. government in Bangladesh, applicants can ensure the relevance and impact of their projects, maximizing their potential for success and contribution to bilateral relations.
Themes
- Advancing democratic values through the promotion of human rights, civil society activation, freedom of expression, press freedom, disability rights, and good governance
- Promoting inclusive economic growth and opportunities through entrepreneurship development that empower underserved communities and youth, and explore the benefits of expanded trading opportunities between the United States and Bangladesh
- Supporting innovative community solutions for the environmental challenges and raising awareness in youth on climate change adversities
- Increasing opportunities for Bangladeshi youth from historically marginalized communities (e.g. indigenous, religious minorities, etc.) through STEM education and
- Promoting arts and culture targeting emerging and marginalized artists, showcasing local heritage and talents.
Funding Information
- Total Grant Amount: 25,000,00 BDT
- 5-10 projects will be selected.
For more information, visit EMK Center.