Opportunity Information: Apply for SFOP0008763
The grant opportunity titled "Enhancing U.S.-Jordanian Bilateral Partnerships and Exchanges" (Funding Opportunity Number SFOP0008763) was issued by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs, Office of Assistance Coordination (NEA/AC). It is a discretionary funding opportunity using an "Other" funding instrument type, and it sits in the Employment, Labor and Training activity space (CFDA 19.600). The overall purpose is to fund projects that strengthen stability in Jordan while deepening U.S.-Jordan ties through practical, people-focused programs and institutional partnerships that support employability, better governance communication, cultural heritage protection, and stronger education-to-economy linkages.
At its core, NEA/AC is looking to support programs that advance several connected objectives. A major focus is English language learning as a pathway to increased employability, which implies workforce-oriented language training that helps Jordanians access better jobs or compete in growth sectors. Another priority is strengthening the Government of Jordan's strategic communication capability, suggesting projects that build skills, systems, and practices for clearer public messaging, improved outreach, and more effective engagement with audiences. The opportunity also emphasizes Jordan's ability to implement its cultural heritage strategy, particularly efforts that protect antiquities, disrupt trafficking networks, and reinforce the tourism sector, meaning projects may include capacity building for relevant institutions, awareness campaigns, improved coordination, or technical tools that help safeguard heritage assets. In addition, the announcement calls for professional development opportunities for next-generation Jordanian leaders, which points to fellowships, exchanges, mentoring, leadership training, and networks designed to prepare emerging leaders across sectors. Finally, it highlights support for Jordanian higher education networks that can promote economic diversification and deeper engagement in the global economy, implying collaborations among universities, industry, and other stakeholders to align programs with labor market needs and modernize approaches to workforce preparation.
The grant frames these activities as a way to advance broader public diplomacy and development outcomes. NEA/AC wants funded projects to increase the Jordanian public's knowledge of U.S. policy, values, and the U.S. commitment to Jordan, so proposals are expected to include meaningful engagement components that build understanding and sustained relationships. The opportunity also aims to cultivate an informed cohort of diverse, rising influencers across society and government, indicating an interest in participant selection and programming that reaches beyond traditional elites to include a range of perspectives and backgrounds. Another stated goal is to galvanize Jordanians, especially young people, women, and marginalized groups, to develop solutions to Jordan's challenges and participate constructively in civil society, government, or business; in practice, that means proposals should show how they will broaden participation, remove barriers to access, and translate training or exchanges into real civic, professional, or economic engagement. On the higher education side, the announcement specifically stresses improving cooperation and innovation among Jordanian institutions to respond to private sector demand and prepare students for employment in expanding sectors of the economy, suggesting a preference for projects that create practical bridges between education and industry and that can demonstrate workforce relevance.
In terms of who can apply, eligibility is limited to nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, excluding institutions of higher education. The ceiling for individual awards is $2,500,000, and the agency anticipated making around 10 awards under this competition. The opportunity was created on March 22, 2022, with an original closing date of May 31, 2022. Applicants are also explicitly instructed to pay close attention to submission requirements that vary by priority area; the notice references six priority areas under the "Funding Opportunity Description" section of the NOFO, meaning the application likely requires tailoring the narrative and attachments to the specific track being pursued, rather than submitting a one-size-fits-all proposal.
Overall, this NOFO is designed for U.S.-based nonprofit implementers that can run high-impact programming with Jordanian partners, combining skills development (especially English and professional leadership), institutional capacity building (strategic communications and cultural heritage protection), and higher education collaboration that supports economic diversification. The unifying thread is strengthening Jordan's resilience and opportunity landscape while building durable bilateral relationships and increasing constructive civic and economic participation among a diverse set of Jordanians.Apply for SFOP0008763
- The Department of State, Assistance Coordination in the employment, labor and training sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Enhancing U.S.-Jordanian Bilateral Partnerships and Exchanges" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.600.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 22, 2022.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 31, 2022. (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 $2,500,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 10 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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