U.S. Mission to India

Description

The grantee will build on the already existing partnerships with the private sector and government agencies in West Bengal and Sikkim To focus on a results-oriented entrepreneurship program to directly train a cohort of 100-120 women entrepreneurs, preferably with a background in STEM education, tech-enabled business, or willing to explore use of technology in a social enterprise, across multiple cities, over a period of 18 months. This will be done through a hybrid module of online Dreambuilder training and in-person boot camp and “shark tank” styled pitch-mentoring sessions to promote business growth and expansion, adoption of innovation and technology in existing enterprises, and funding opportunities.

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

Contact

Grants Application Manager, U.S. <br/>Consulate, Kolkata
KolkataPASG@state.gov