Opportunity Information: Apply for OFOP0001501
The American Corners in Jordan grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number OFOP0001501) is a U.S. Department of State, U.S. Embassy Amman initiative that funds a year-long program of activities for Jordanian youth delivered through the Embassy-supported American Corners network. The project is meant to run a steady calendar of public-facing programming that combines cultural engagement with practical learning, using the established American Corners in Amman, Zarqa, and Irbid, while also extending reach through temporary "pop up" program spaces in other parts of the country. The overall focus is on building skills, broadening educational horizons, and creating regular touchpoints where young Jordanians can access U.S.-linked resources and programming in a structured, community-based setting.
In terms of what the Embassy wants to see, the proposed program should cover multiple activity tracks across the year rather than one-off events. The themes listed in the notice include cultural activities; U.S. Embassy alumni engagement (activities that connect and mobilize alumni of U.S.-sponsored exchanges and programs); job skills training to strengthen employability; sessions that highlight U.S. higher education opportunities and pathways; climate change awareness programming; media literacy activities that help participants navigate information ecosystems more critically; and technical skills development. In practice, a competitive proposal would likely show how these topics will be organized into a coherent schedule, how youth will be recruited and retained over time, and how activities will be adapted to different locations, including the pop up sites.
The award is issued as a cooperative agreement, which typically means the funder expects to stay actively involved during implementation, not just provide money and receive reports. The funding ceiling is $45,000, and the Embassy anticipates making one award. The opportunity is categorized under Education (CFDA/Assistance Listing 19.441) and is managed under the Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs. Applications were originally due on September 9, 2024, and the opportunity was posted on July 8, 2024.
Eligibility is aimed at established, registered not-for-profit entities from either the United States or Jordan that can demonstrate the capacity to plan and run a year-long program across multiple sites. The notice lists eligible applicants as registered nonprofits, including civil society and non-governmental organizations, as well as public and private educational institutions. It also includes U.S. nonprofits with IRS 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education). The opportunity summary also notes eligibility for public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, indicating that qualifying higher education institutions may apply depending on their status and registration. Overall, the Embassy is seeking an organization that can reliably manage programming logistics, partnerships, and participant engagement in several Jordanian communities while delivering measurable youth-centered learning and outreach activities aligned with the listed themes.Apply for OFOP0001501
- The Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "American Corners in Jordan" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.441.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2024-07-08.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2024-09-09. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $45,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - American Corners in Jordan (OFOP0001501)
What is the American Corners in Jordan grant opportunity?
The American Corners in Jordan grant (Funding Opportunity Number OFOP0001501) is a U.S. Department of State, U.S. Embassy Amman initiative that funds a year-long program of public-facing activities for Jordanian youth delivered through the Embassy-supported American Corners network.
Who is offering and managing this funding opportunity?
This opportunity is offered by the U.S. Department of State through the U.S. Embassy in Amman and is managed under the Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs.
What type of award is it?
The award is a cooperative agreement, which typically means the U.S. Embassy expects to be actively involved during implementation (not only providing funding and receiving reports).
How much funding is available?
The funding ceiling is $45,000.
How many awards does the Embassy expect to make?
The Embassy anticipates making one award.
How long is the program expected to run?
The funded project is intended to support a year-long program of activities.
Who is the primary target audience for the program?
The program is designed for Jordanian youth and aims to create regular, structured touchpoints for young people to access U.S.-linked resources and programming in community-based settings.
Where will activities take place?
Activities are expected to use the established American Corners in Amman, Zarqa, and Irbid, and to extend reach through temporary "pop up" program spaces in other parts of Jordan.
What is meant by "pop up" program spaces?
"Pop up" spaces refer to temporary program locations outside the established American Corners (Amman, Zarqa, Irbid) that allow the program to reach additional communities in other parts of the country.
What is the overall goal of the project?
The overall focus is on building skills, broadening educational horizons, and providing consistent, youth-centered programming that combines cultural engagement with practical learning through the American Corners network and additional pop up sites.
What kinds of activities or themes are expected in a proposed program?
The notice lists themes that can be included across the year, including cultural activities; U.S. Embassy alumni engagement; job skills training to strengthen employability; sessions highlighting U.S. higher education opportunities and pathways; climate change awareness programming; media literacy activities; and technical skills development.
Does the Embassy want a single event or a longer series of activities?
The Embassy is looking for a steady calendar of public-facing programming across multiple tracks throughout the year rather than one-off events.
What does "U.S. Embassy alumni engagement" mean in this opportunity?
It refers to activities that connect and mobilize alumni of U.S.-sponsored exchanges and programs as part of the overall program offerings.
What does a competitive proposal likely need to demonstrate?
Based on the opportunity description, a competitive proposal would likely show how the various themes will be organized into a coherent year-long schedule, how youth will be recruited and retained over time, and how activities will be adapted to multiple locations, including pop up sites.
What category or assistance listing is this opportunity under?
The opportunity is categorized under Education and lists CFDA/Assistance Listing 19.441.
When was the opportunity posted and when were applications due?
The opportunity was posted on July 8, 2024, and applications were originally due on September 9, 2024.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is aimed at established, registered not-for-profit entities from either the United States or Jordan that can demonstrate capacity to plan and run a year-long program across multiple sites.
What types of organizations are explicitly listed as eligible applicants?
Eligible applicants include registered nonprofits (including civil society and non-governmental organizations) and public and private educational institutions. The notice also includes U.S. nonprofits with IRS 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education). The summary notes eligibility for public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, indicating qualifying higher education institutions may apply depending on their status and registration.
Do applicants need to be based in Jordan?
No. The opportunity description states eligibility for registered not-for-profit entities from either the United States or Jordan.
What operational capacity is the Embassy looking for in an applicant?
The Embassy is seeking an organization that can reliably manage programming logistics, partnerships, and participant engagement across several Jordanian communities while delivering measurable youth-centered learning and outreach activities aligned with the listed themes.
Are activities required to be public-facing?
Yes. The opportunity description emphasizes a steady calendar of public-facing programming delivered through American Corners and pop up spaces.
Is the program expected to connect participants to U.S.-linked resources?
Yes. The project is described as creating regular touchpoints where youth can access U.S.-linked resources and programming in a structured, community-based setting.
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