The US Agency for International Development (USAID) supports long-term and equitable economic growth and advances US foreign policy objectives by supporting: economic growth, agriculture and trade; global health; and democracy, conflict prevention, and humanitarian assistance.
Opportunity
USAID invites applications for its call on advancing human rights and democratic values in Cuba. This aims to empower citizens to participate in the advancement of human rights and democratic values. Activities should focus on unrecognised and unmet needs of Cuban civil
society in applying creative and innovative approaches in the design and implementation of efforts to promote and protect human rights, as well as strengthen and facilitate the creation of networks to support marginalised and vulnerable populations.
Eligibility
US and non-US NGOs may apply. Individuals are not eligible. Organisations may submit only one application.
Funding Available
The total budget is 5.69 million. Grants are worth between USD $500,000 and USD $2,000,000 each for a period of up to three years.
Useful Links
- For further details about funding categories, eligibility criteria and deadlines, click here.
Deadlines
| CORIS Internal Review | Please contact Heloise Emdon |
| cuResearch Checklist | July 12, 2018 |
| Submission to Sponsor | July 18, 2018, 10 am ET (Full Grant Application) |
Submitting Your Application
- Applications must be submitted via cuResearch, through which Departmental and Associate Dean’s approval must be provided to complete the online application process.
- More information on cuResearch can be found here.
Internal Contacts
If you would like assistance with proposal development and/or a substantive review of your proposal, please contact Heloise Emdon.