USADF is thrilled to announce the USADF Off-Grid Energy Challenge and is now accepting proposals from eligible African off-grid energy companies.
This grant is like a big bag of money that’s given to people who have great ideas about providing electricity to places that don’t have access to it. You know, there are many remote areas in the world where people don’t have electricity, and this grant aims to change that!
The application period is open from December 08, 2023, to January 31, 2024. Successful enterprises will have the opportunity to receive grant capital of up to $250,000
Eligibility:
To be eligible for the Challenge, applicants must be private companies and organizations (including non-profit and not-for-profit) that are majority owned and managed by Africans. These companies and organizations should be registered and operating in any of the following African countries: Benin, Burundi, Côte d’Ivoire, Democratic Republic of the Congo (South Kivu), Kenya, Liberia, Malawi, Mauritania, Namibia, Nigeria, Senegal, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia.
Here is how you can apply:
If you are interested and qualified, please apply through the following link: https://usadf.gov/OGECEng
All the instructions for applying are included in the document labeled “RFR” that you can find in the USADF portal link mentioned above. Additionally, there is an application template available in the same portal link for you to fill out.
Make sure to submit the completed application template and all the required attachments before January 31, 2024.
It’s important to note that applications will be reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your proposals as soon as possible.
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For more information about eligibility and detailed application instructions, please refer to the Request for Proposals document in the USADF portal link provided above.
Conclusion
The USD250,000 USADF Off-Grid Energy Challenge Grant is an incredible opportunity for anyone with a passion for bringing electricity to off-grid areas. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference and potentially win a life-changing amount of money. Start brainstorming your ideas and get ready to apply when the application period opens. Good luck, and let’s light up the world together!