Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs

Description

The Office of Citizen Exchanges, Youth Programs Division, of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs announces an open competition for two distinct Youth Leadership Programs, one with Southeast Asia and another with the Philippines. Public and private non-profit organizations meeting the provisions described in Internal Revenue Code section 26 USC 501(c)(3) may submit proposals to conduct three- to four-week U.S.-based exchange programs for teenagers and adult educators. The activities will focus on civic education, leadership, diversity, and community engagement and prepare participants to conduct projects at home that serve a community need. It is the Bureau‟s intent to award two cooperative agreements for one base year plus two option years for an estimated total amount of $1,590,000. Please see section II.) Award Information below for additional details.

Who can apply

• Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
• Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
• Private institutions of higher education
• Others

Contact

Hans Posey <br/>Program Specialist <br/>
poseyhe@state.gov