Opportunity Information: Apply for PAS CMR FY20 06
The U.S. Embassy in Cameroon (U.S. Mission to Cameroon, Department of State) issued a discretionary funding opportunity titled "Promoting Excellence and Resilience through Sports: A Sports Envoy Project for Cameroon" (Funding Opportunity Number PAS CMR FY20 06). The award is structured as a cooperative agreement, meaning the selected implementer should expect close coordination with the Embassy during planning and delivery. The program is designed as a one-week Sports Envoy visit to Cameroon featuring two American athletes (with an example reference to performers like members of the Harlem Globetrotters) and centers on the theme "Promoting Excellence and Resilience through Sports."
At its core, the project uses sports diplomacy to reinforce positive social values. The Embassy is looking for a program that shows how sports can build teamwork, encourage "fair play," and strengthen respect for diversity. A specific emphasis is placed on reaching vulnerable communities: one major event is intended to take place in a refugee village in Cameroon's East Region, with the purpose of strengthening participants sense of belonging and sustaining hope for a better future. The overall message to weave through activities is that sports can be a tool for peace, solidarity, empathy, social inclusion, and justice.
The opportunity outlines a set of suggested activities that together form a week-long itinerary across at least two locations, Yaounde and Bertoua, with an additional focus in the East Region. First, the program should include youth sports clinics for participants ages 10 to 16. The clinics are expected to be run in Yaounde and Bertoua, with each clinic bringing together 50 youth and maintaining gender balance (equal numbers of boys and girls). These clinics are not meant to be only technical training sessions; they should deliberately combine sports drills with learning moments that raise awareness about teamwork, hard work, and respect for diversity.
Second, applicants are encouraged to organize a seminar for coaches and sports educators. The purpose of this seminar is professional exchange and capacity-building, allowing local coaches and educators to share and learn best practices in sports education. This component signals that the Embassy is interested in longer-term ripple effects beyond the one-week visit by improving the skills and approaches of adults who continue working with youth after the envoys depart.
Third, the program should feature an exhibition game in Yaounde, ideally hosted at the Palais des Sports or a comparable venue. This event is intended to showcase the distinctive skills and appeal of the Sports Envoys and to attract a broad audience, using the excitement of a high-profile sports demonstration to reinforce the themes of excellence, resilience, diversity, and fair play. In addition to the Yaounde showcase, the opportunity calls for a second exhibition game for an underprivileged group in the East Region of Cameroon, reinforcing the inclusion and outreach goals of the project, particularly toward communities facing hardship.
Media and public outreach are also a required part of the concept. The Embassy expects media appearances that can amplify the envoys performances and the programs underlying messages to a wider Cameroonian audience. To make the events more engaging and community-oriented, each exhibition game should include side activities such as musical performances, parades, or similar elements. The intent is for the implementer to design creative, locally resonant programming around the games so that the week-long visit feels like a broader community celebration tied to peacebuilding and social cohesion rather than a standalone sports show.
In terms of eligibility and scale, the competition is open to nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (as long as they are not institutions of higher education), and individuals. The award ceiling is $20,000, with the Embassy anticipating one award. The opportunity was posted on July 2, 2020, with an original closing date of August 15, 2020. Overall, the grant supports a single implementing partner to plan and deliver a tightly programmed sports diplomacy week that combines youth engagement, coach education, public exhibitions, and media visibility, with an intentional focus on diversity, resilience, and inclusion, including a dedicated activity serving refugee or otherwise vulnerable communities in the East Region.Apply for PAS CMR FY20 06
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Cameroon in the arts (see cultural affairs in cfda), education, humanities (see cultural affairs in cfda) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Promoting Excellence and Resilience through Sports: A Sports Envoy Project for Cameroon" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.040.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 02, 2020.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 15, 2020. (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 $20,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Individuals.
[Watch] Creating a grant proposal using the step-by-step wizard inside the applicant portal:
Browse more opportunities from the same category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Education, Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA)
Next opportunity: Alignment of Pesticide Regulations and Standards
Previous opportunity: Supporting Colombia’s Local Peace Councils
Applicant Portal:
Are you interested in learning about about how to apply for this government funding opportunity? You can create a free applicant account and receive instant access to our applicant portal that many business owners like you have benefited from.
Apply for PAS CMR FY20 06
Applicants also applied for:
Applicants who have applied for this opportunity (PAS CMR FY20 06) also looked into and applied for these:
| Funding Opportunity |
|---|
| U.S. Embassy Doha Sports Diplomacy Programming Apply for PAS QAT FY21 003 Funding Number: PAS QAT FY21 003 Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to Qatar Category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Education, Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA) Funding Amount: $50,000 |
| Public Affairs Section South Africa Annual Program Statement for FY2023 Apply for PAS ZAF FY23 02 Funding Number: PAS ZAF FY23 02 Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to South Africa Category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Education, Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA) Funding Amount: $20,000 |
| Strength in Partnership: Call for Proposals Apply for PAS ZAF FY23 03 Funding Number: PAS ZAF FY23 03 Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to South Africa Category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Education, Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA) Funding Amount: $200,000 |
| FY 2023 Notice of Funding Opportunity: Cultural Grants Program Apply for DOS PAS SLO 2023 002 Funding Number: DOS PAS SLO 2023 002 Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to Slovenia Category: Arts (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA), Education, Humanities (see Cultural Affairs in CFDA) Funding Amount: $10,000 |
Grant application guides and resources
It is always free to apply for government grants. However the process may be very complex depending on the funding opportunity you are applying for. Let us help you!
Apply for Grants
Inside Our Applicants Portal
Access Applicants Portal
- Grants Repository - Access current and historic funding opportunities with ease. Thousands of funding opportunities are published every week. We can help you sort through the database and find the eligible ones to apply for.
- Applicant Video Guides - The grant application process can be challenging to follow. We can help you with intuitive video guides to speed up the process and eliminate errors in submissions.
- Grant Proposal Wizard - We have developed a network of private funding organizations and investors across the United States. We can reach out and submit your proposal to these contacts to maximize your chances of getting the funding you need.
Premium leads for funding administrators, grant writers, and loan issuers
Thousands of people visit our website for their funding needs every day. When a user creates a grant proposal and files for submission, we pass the information on to funding administrators, grant writers, and government loan issuers.
If you manage government grant programs, provide grant writing services, or issue personal or government loans, we can help you reach your audience.
Learn More
Request more information:
Would you like to learn more about this funding opportunity, similar opportunities to "PAS CMR FY20 06", eligibility, application service, and/or application tips? Submit an inquiry below:
Don't forget to subscribe to our grant alerts mailing list to receive weekly alerts on new and updated grant funding opportunities like this one in your email.