Opportunity Information: Apply for MEPILOCALGRANTS2020
The MEPI Local Grants Program is a U.S. Department of State grant opportunity designed to strengthen direct partnerships with local actors and reinforce the United States commitment to supporting prosperity and participatory governance. The program focuses on helping civil society organizations develop and carry out locally driven solutions to problems communities identify for themselves, whether those problems are environmental, economic, or social. A central theme is that ideas should be rooted in local priorities and implemented through civic engagement and/or greater economic participation, rather than being imposed from the outside.
The opportunity emphasizes inclusive development and aims to ensure that economic growth and civic participation reach groups that are often left out, especially marginalized communities, youth, and women. Projects are expected to promote inclusive economic growth that opens pathways to jobs, entrepreneurship, market participation, or other forms of economic opportunity for underserved populations. At the same time, the program supports efforts that increase meaningful youth engagement, both in the economy and in community or civic life, so young people can play a more active role in shaping their futures and contributing to local problem-solving.
Another major objective is advancing participatory governance. In practical terms, this means supporting initiatives that encourage citizens to engage in public decision-making and also encourage decision makers to listen, collaborate, and work constructively with citizen groups and civil society organizations. The program also prioritizes improving how well civil society represents citizens needs through collective local action, such as coalitions, community-led campaigns, or coordinated advocacy and service efforts that reflect real community concerns.
Gender equality is explicitly highlighted as a goal, with an emphasis on working toward gender parity in economics and/or politics. Proposals that increase womens access to economic opportunity, leadership roles, political participation, or influence in decision-making align strongly with this priority. The program also encourages innovation, inviting applicants to test new approaches to addressing social, economic, or political challenges, particularly where traditional methods have not produced lasting results.
From an administrative standpoint, this is a discretionary grant program (Funding Opportunity Number MEPILOCALGRANTS2020) managed by the Department of State under Assistance Coordination. The posted award ceiling is up to $500,000 per award, and the agency anticipated making about 20 awards. The funding is associated with CFDA number 19.500. The eligibility category is listed broadly as "Others," indicating that additional eligibility details were provided in the full announcement rather than in the brief listing. The opportunity was created on January 6, 2020, with an original application closing date of February 25, 2020.Apply for MEPILOCALGRANTS2020
- The Department of State, Assistance Coordination in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "MEPI Local Grants Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.500.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 06, 2020.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Feb 25, 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 $500,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 20 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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