Opportunity Information: Apply for PRMPD 13 GR 002 WHA 08222013
Apply for PRMPD 13 GR 002 WHA 08222013
- The U.S. Mission to Paraguay in the humanities (see cultural affairs in cfda) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Advanced English language micro scholarships for academically gifted disadvantaged high school and undergraduate students in the greater Asuncion metropolitan area of Paraguay." and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.040 Public Diplomacy Programs.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 23, 2013 and posted on Aug 23, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 30, 2013. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $25,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $25,000.00 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.
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Opportunity Summary:
This grant opportunity comes from the U.S. Embassy in Paraguay, specifically the Public Diplomacy (PD) section, and it seeks proposals from nonprofit or nongovernmental organizations to run advanced English language micro-scholarship programs for academically strong but economically disadvantaged students in the greater Asuncion metropolitan area. The focus is on serving high school and undergraduate students in small group classroom settings, with each cohort capped at about 25 students and typical class sizes expected to fall in the 20 to 25 student range. The intent is to expand access to high-quality English instruction for talented students who might not otherwise be able to afford advanced language training, while also supporting broader public diplomacy goals.
The program being funded must teach English as a second or foreign language (ESL/EFL) at an advanced level, with a clear emphasis on building practical, real-world conversational ability rather than only grammar or test preparation. The curriculum is expected to integrate content related to U.S. culture, values, and democratic ideals, meaning the instruction should go beyond language mechanics and incorporate thematic learning (for example, discussions, readings, and projects that expose students to civic participation, pluralism, rule of law, community engagement, and other democratic concepts as they practice English). The proposed English program can run for up to two years, but not longer, and it must provide at least four hours of instruction per week, setting a minimum intensity level for consistent progress.
Funding is offered as a cooperative agreement, which generally indicates the funder anticipates an active role in program coordination or oversight compared with a standard grant. The estimated total funding is about USD 25,000 for the opportunity, with one expected award. The award ceiling is USD 25,000 and the award floor is USD 22,000, so proposals were expected to fit within that narrow budget range. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement listed, which lowers barriers for organizations that may not have significant independent funds to contribute.
Eligibility is targeted to nonprofits with U.S. 501(c)(3) status (and not institutions of higher education), though the program activities themselves are to be implemented in Paraguay and aimed at students in the Asuncion area. The opportunity is categorized under Public Diplomacy Programs (CFDA 19.040) and is framed within the humanities/cultural affairs space, consistent with language education and cultural engagement objectives. The funding opportunity number is PRMPD 13 GR 002 WHA 08222013, and it was posted on August 23, 2013, with an original and final closing date of August 30, 2013, indicating a short application window at the time it was open. For applicant support, the point of contact listed is Darren Beltran, PD Grants and Program Assistant at the U.S. Mission to Paraguay, reachable by phone at 595 21 213 715 for assistance accessing the full announcement.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this grant opportunity?
This is a U.S. government funding opportunity from the U.S. Embassy in Paraguay (Public Diplomacy section) seeking proposals to run advanced English language micro-scholarship programs for academically strong but economically disadvantaged students in the greater Asuncion metropolitan area.
Who is offering the funding?
The funding is offered by the U.S. Embassy in Paraguay, specifically the Public Diplomacy (PD) section.
What is the primary goal of the program?
The program aims to expand access to high-quality advanced English instruction for talented students who may not otherwise be able to afford it, while also supporting broader public diplomacy objectives through educational and cultural engagement.
What kind of organizations are eligible to apply?
Eligibility is targeted to nonprofit organizations with U.S. 501(c)(3) status. Institutions of higher education are explicitly excluded from eligibility.
Where must the program take place?
The program activities are to be implemented in Paraguay, with a focus on serving students in the greater Asuncion metropolitan area.
Who should the program serve?
The intended participants are academically strong but economically disadvantaged students, specifically high school students and undergraduate students located in the greater Asuncion metropolitan area.
What is meant by a micro-scholarship program in this opportunity?
Based on the description provided, the funded effort is expected to provide advanced English instruction in a way that enables economically disadvantaged students to participate (i.e., expanding access for those who cannot afford advanced training). The opportunity frames this as an English language micro-scholarship program delivered through classroom instruction.
What English level and instructional focus are expected?
The program must teach English as a second or foreign language (ESL/EFL) at an advanced level, with a clear emphasis on practical, real-world conversational ability rather than focusing only on grammar instruction or test preparation.
Does the curriculum need to include topics beyond language instruction?
Yes. The curriculum is expected to integrate content related to U.S. culture, values, and democratic ideals. Instruction should incorporate thematic learning that exposes students to concepts such as civic participation, pluralism, rule of law, and community engagement while practicing English.
What delivery format is expected (class size and cohort size)?
The program is expected to serve students in small group classroom settings. Each cohort is capped at about 25 students, and typical class sizes are expected to fall in the 20 to 25 student range.
How long can the program run?
The proposed English program can run for up to two years, but not longer.
What is the minimum instructional intensity required?
The program must provide at least four hours of instruction per week.
What type of award is this?
Funding is offered as a cooperative agreement. This typically indicates the funder anticipates an active role in program coordination or oversight compared with a standard grant arrangement.
How much funding is available?
The estimated total funding for this opportunity is about USD 25,000.
What are the minimum and maximum award amounts?
The award ceiling is USD 25,000 and the award floor is USD 22,000, meaning proposals were expected to fit within that narrow budget range.
How many awards are expected?
One award is expected.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is listed for this opportunity.
What is the program category or CFDA number?
The opportunity is categorized under Public Diplomacy Programs with CFDA number 19.040.
What thematic area does this opportunity fall under?
It is framed within the humanities/cultural affairs space, consistent with language education and cultural engagement objectives.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is PRMPD 13 GR 002 WHA 08222013.
When was the opportunity posted and when did it close?
It was posted on August 23, 2013. The original and final closing date was August 30, 2013, indicating a short application window at the time it was open.
Who is the point of contact for applicant support?
The listed point of contact is Darren Beltran, PD Grants and Program Assistant at the U.S. Mission to Paraguay.
How can applicants contact the point of contact?
Applicants can reach the point of contact by phone at 595 21 213 715 for assistance accessing the full announcement.
What is the geographic focus area mentioned for participants?
The geographic focus is the greater Asuncion metropolitan area in Paraguay.
Does the opportunity specify the classroom approach?
Yes. It emphasizes small group classroom settings and sets expectations for cohort size (about 25 students) and typical class size (20 to 25 students).
Does the opportunity encourage test preparation programs?
The opportunity prioritizes practical, real-world conversational ability and states that the emphasis should not be only on grammar or test preparation.
What kinds of democratic concepts are expected to be integrated into instruction?
Examples provided include civic participation, pluralism, rule of law, and community engagement, along with broader U.S. culture, values, and democratic ideals.
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