Opportunity Information: Apply for ALG PAS FY24 10
Fencing Futures - Bridging Algeria and the U.S. is a U.S. Embassy Algiers (Public Diplomacy Section, U.S. Department of State) grant opportunity focused on running a fencing training camp in Algeria for young female Algerian fencers. The core idea is to bring U.S. fencing expertise directly to Algeria by hosting a weeklong camp led by U.S. university-level fencing coaches (and scouts), delivered in partnership with the Algerian Ministry of Youth and Sports and the Algerian Fencing Federation. Beyond athletic training, the program is framed as an empowerment and exchange initiative, combining mentorship, skills development, and visibility for girls and young women in sport, while also building longer-term connections between Algerian athletes and U.S. higher education pathways.
The program lays out five main objectives that proposals are expected to address clearly. First, it aims to upgrade coaching quality in Algeria through a structured "train-the-trainer" component where U.S. university coaches teach modern methods and best practices to Algerian coaches, with the expectation that these approaches will be adopted inside the Algerian Fencing Federation over time. Second, it seeks to create real academic and athletic pathways for Algerian fencers, including identifying talent and connecting athletes to scholarship opportunities at U.S. universities, along with guidance on balancing academics and competitive sport. Third, it emphasizes cultural exchange and inclusivity by involving at least one prominent U.S. fencer as an inspirational figure and as a way to highlight how U.S. sports programs can be supportive and inclusive. Fourth, it prioritizes community engagement by encouraging tournaments, exhibitions, and public-facing events that raise awareness of fencing in Algeria and show local audiences what the sport can offer. Fifth, it pushes for sustainability through formal partnerships, continuing professional development for coaches, creation of an alumni network that can mentor future athletes, and ongoing monitoring and evaluation to measure whether the effort is producing lasting results.
The primary target audience is young Algerian fencers, especially female athletes who have strong potential but limited access to advanced training resources, mentorship, or international opportunities. The participant mix is broader than just athletes: it includes U.S. university fencing coaches and scouts delivering instruction and mentorship, Algerian fencing coaches receiving the train-the-trainer support, at least one high-profile U.S. fencer serving a motivational and exchange role, and key Algerian stakeholders (officials from the Ministry of Youth and Sports and the Algerian Fencing Federation) who help coordinate and align the program with national sports development goals.
On funding and timing, the Embassy anticipates making one award, depending on the funding amount, with grants expected to range from USD 25,000 to USD 50,000, and total funding available capped at USD 50,000. The funding source is Smith-Mundt FY2024 Public Diplomacy funding, and the anticipated start date is October 1, 2024, subject to availability of funds. The performance period is listed as 8 to 12 months, and proposed programs should be completed within 12 months of the start date (or less). This is a grant (not a contract), meaning applicants propose a program plan and deliverables aligned with public diplomacy goals rather than simply providing a purchased service.
Eligibility is fairly broad but centered on organizations rather than individuals. Eligible applicants include U.S. and Algerian not-for-profit organizations (including NGOs and think tanks), public and private educational institutions, public international organizations and governmental institutions, and social enterprises (public or private). For-profit entities are explicitly not eligible. Cost sharing is not required, though it is permitted; if included, it must be clearly described in the budget, but it will not be used as a scoring criterion in proposal review. A key practical requirement is that applicant organizations must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and an active SAM.gov registration. The notice also stresses that organizations need to be authorized by the Algerian Ministry of Youth and Sports and the Algerian Fencing Federation to implement the project (or, if not yet authorized, must explain how they will secure those relationships and approvals). Since SAM.gov registration can take 4 to 8 weeks, applicants are expected to start that process early.
The application package is tied to the notice of funding opportunity number ALG-PAS-FY24-10, and submissions must follow strict formatting and content rules. All documents must be in English, budgets must be in U.S. dollars, pages must be numbered, and documents should be formatted for 8.5 x 11 paper. Microsoft Word files are expected to be single-spaced in 12-point Calibri with at least 1-inch margins. Required forms include SF-424 and SF-424A, and SF-424B in certain cases (notably for organizations not registered in SAM.gov, as stated in the notice). The narrative proposal itself is capped at 5 pages and must cover, in a clear and measurable way, the problem being addressed, goals and objectives, planned activities, methods/design (with a logic model where appropriate), a detailed timeline with dates and locations, key personnel and their time commitments, partner roles, a monitoring and evaluation plan, and a sustainability or continuation plan beyond the grant period. Applicants must also include a separate budget justification narrative explaining line items in detail, plus attachments such as one-page CVs for key staff, letters of support from partners describing responsibilities, any NICRA documentation if indirect costs are claimed, and official permission letters for program activities.
The deadline to apply is September 5, 2024. Applications can be submitted through Grants.gov or by email to AlgiersGrants@state.gov. Finally, the notice includes several basic funding restrictions: grant funds cannot be used for construction, vehicle purchases, or alcoholic beverages.Apply for ALG PAS FY24 10
- The U.S. Mission to Algeria in the other sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Fencing Futures – Bridging Algeria and the U.S." 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 2024-08-06.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2024-09-05. (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 $50,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments, Independent school districts, Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, 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, Private institutions of higher education, Others.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the "Fencing Futures - Bridging Algeria and the U.S." grant?
It is a U.S. Embassy Algiers (Public Diplomacy Section, U.S. Department of State) grant opportunity to support a fencing training camp in Algeria for young female Algerian fencers. The program brings U.S. university-level fencing coaches (and scouts) to Algeria for a weeklong camp delivered in partnership with the Algerian Ministry of Youth and Sports and the Algerian Fencing Federation. It is framed as an empowerment and exchange initiative, combining athletic training, mentorship, and visibility, while building longer-term connections to U.S. higher education pathways.
Who is offering this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is offered by the U.S. Embassy Algiers, Public Diplomacy Section, U.S. Department of State.
Is this funding a grant or a contract?
This is a grant (not a contract). Applicants propose a program plan and deliverables aligned with public diplomacy goals, rather than providing a purchased service.
What are the main objectives proposals are expected to address?
The notice describes five main objectives proposals should address clearly:
- Upgrade coaching quality in Algeria through a structured "train-the-trainer" component led by U.S. university coaches, with adoption of modern methods inside the Algerian Fencing Federation over time.
- Create academic and athletic pathways for Algerian fencers, including identifying talent and connecting athletes to scholarship opportunities at U.S. universities, with guidance on balancing academics and competitive sport.
- Emphasize cultural exchange and inclusivity by involving at least one prominent U.S. fencer as an inspirational figure and highlighting inclusive U.S. sports programs.
- Prioritize community engagement through tournaments, exhibitions, and public-facing events that raise awareness of fencing in Algeria.
- Support sustainability via formal partnerships, continuing professional development for coaches, an alumni network, and monitoring and evaluation to assess lasting results.
Who is the primary target audience for the program?
The primary target audience is young Algerian fencers, especially female athletes with strong potential who have limited access to advanced training resources, mentorship, or international opportunities.
Besides athletes, who else is expected to be involved?
The participant mix includes U.S. university fencing coaches and scouts (instruction and mentorship), Algerian fencing coaches (train-the-trainer support), at least one high-profile U.S. fencer (motivational and exchange role), and key Algerian stakeholders such as the Ministry of Youth and Sports and the Algerian Fencing Federation (coordination and alignment with national sports development goals).
How many awards does the Embassy expect to make?
The Embassy anticipates making one award, depending on the funding amount.
What is the expected funding range and maximum total funding available?
Grants are expected to range from USD 25,000 to USD 50,000, with total funding available capped at USD 50,000.
What is the funding source?
The funding source is Smith-Mundt FY2024 Public Diplomacy funding.
When is the anticipated start date?
The anticipated start date is October 1, 2024, subject to the availability of funds.
How long is the performance period?
The performance period is listed as 8 to 12 months, and proposed programs should be completed within 12 months of the start date (or less).
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is centered on organizations (not individuals). Eligible applicants include:
- U.S. and Algerian not-for-profit organizations (including NGOs and think tanks)
- Public and private educational institutions
- Public international organizations and governmental institutions
- Social enterprises (public or private)
Are for-profit entities eligible to apply?
No. For-profit entities are explicitly not eligible.
Are individuals eligible to apply?
The eligibility described in the notice is focused on organizations rather than individuals.
Is cost sharing required?
No. Cost sharing is not required, though it is permitted.
If we include cost sharing, will it improve our score?
No. If cost sharing is included, it must be clearly described in the budget, but it will not be used as a scoring criterion in proposal review.
What registrations or identifiers are required for applicants?
Applicant organizations must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and an active SAM.gov registration.
How long can SAM.gov registration take?
The notice states SAM.gov registration can take 4 to 8 weeks, so applicants are expected to start that process early.
Do applicants need approval from Algerian sports authorities?
Yes. The notice stresses that organizations need to be authorized by the Algerian Ministry of Youth and Sports and the Algerian Fencing Federation to implement the project. If not yet authorized, applicants must explain how they will secure those relationships and approvals.
What is the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) number?
The NOFO number is ALG-PAS-FY24-10.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline to apply is September 5, 2024.
How can applications be submitted?
Applications can be submitted through Grants.gov or by email to AlgiersGrants@state.gov.
What language must the application be written in?
All documents must be in English.
In what currency must the budget be prepared?
Budgets must be in U.S. dollars.
What formatting rules apply to the application package?
The notice specifies strict formatting and content rules, including: pages must be numbered, documents should be formatted for 8.5 x 11 paper, and Microsoft Word files are expected to be single-spaced in 12-point Calibri with at least 1-inch margins.
What forms are required?
Required forms include SF-424 and SF-424A, and SF-424B in certain cases (notably for organizations not registered in SAM.gov, as stated in the notice).
How long can the narrative proposal be?
The narrative proposal is capped at 5 pages.
What topics must the narrative proposal cover?
The narrative must cover, in a clear and measurable way:
- The problem being addressed
- Goals and objectives
- Planned activities
- Methods/design (with a logic model where appropriate)
- A detailed timeline with dates and locations
- Key personnel and their time commitments
- Partner roles
- A monitoring and evaluation plan
- A sustainability or continuation plan beyond the grant period
Is a budget justification required?
Yes. Applicants must include a separate budget justification narrative explaining line items in detail.
What attachments are expected with the application?
The notice lists attachments such as one-page CVs for key staff, letters of support from partners describing responsibilities, any NICRA documentation if indirect costs are claimed, and official permission letters for program activities.
Are there specific expectations for partnerships?
Yes. The camp is described as being delivered in partnership with the Algerian Ministry of Youth and Sports and the Algerian Fencing Federation, and applicants are expected to describe partner roles and provide letters of support describing responsibilities.
Are monitoring and evaluation required?
Yes. The narrative must include a monitoring and evaluation plan, and the program emphasizes ongoing monitoring and evaluation to measure whether the effort produces lasting results.
What does the opportunity say about sustainability after the grant ends?
Proposals are expected to include a sustainability or continuation plan beyond the grant period. The notice highlights sustainability through formal partnerships, continuing professional development for coaches, creation of an alumni network to mentor future athletes, and ongoing monitoring and evaluation.
What kinds of public-facing activities are encouraged?
The program encourages community engagement activities such as tournaments, exhibitions, and other public-facing events that raise awareness of fencing in Algeria and demonstrate what the sport can offer.
Are there any funding restrictions on how grant funds can be used?
Yes. Grant funds cannot be used for construction, vehicle purchases, or alcoholic beverages.
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