Opportunity Information: Apply for AFMDG SSH 21 01
The Ambassador's Special Self-Help (SSH) Program - Small Grants is a U.S. Department of State grant opportunity offered through the U.S. Embassy in Antananarivo. It is designed to support small, community-driven development projects that measurably improve basic economic or social conditions in local communities across Madagascar and the Union of the Comoros. The central idea is to promote self-reliance by giving communities modest, targeted resources that help them turn practical local ideas into action, with projects planned, led, and managed at the community level rather than externally directed.
This program is specifically aimed at locally rooted initiatives where the community organization plays a meaningful role beyond simply receiving funds. Competitive applications are expected to show a significant community contribution, such as donated labor, land, locally sourced materials, or cash. Strong proposals should also clearly explain what will change within one year and how that change will benefit a large number of people, with particular emphasis on impact for women. Applications are expected to identify multiple key individuals involved in the organization and the project, along with brief biographical sketches describing their relevant experience and responsibilities, to demonstrate that the group has the capacity to implement the work successfully.
Projects must be realistic for a small grant and structured so they can be maintained sustainably by the local community after the grant ends. The Embassy is looking for efforts that can keep working without ongoing external support, and, when feasible, that include an income-generating or self-sustaining component. Proposals are also expected to align with human rights principles, including disability rights, gender equality, and environmental norms, and to avoid approaches that would cause unmitigated environmental harm.
Funding levels are intentionally modest. Individual awards generally range from USD 3,000 to USD 10,000, and projects must be completed within 12 months or less. The anticipated number of awards is typically about 4 to 6 (depending on final grant sizes), though the source text also indicates an expected awards figure in the listing data, and the total amount of funding available is listed as to be determined. The funding is subject to availability and Congressional approval, with the notice indicating that funds would be distributed no later than September 30 and an anticipated program start date of October 1, 2021. The funding instrument is a grant, supported through FY20/21 Economic Support Funds under the Foreign Assistance Act. The Department of State also notes that it may consider non-competitive continuation funding beyond the initial period if funds are available, performance is strong, and continued support is deemed in the U.S. government interest.
Eligibility is limited to registered local associations and non-profit NGOs located in Madagascar and the Union of the Comoros (with the broader description also referencing community associations and cooperatives). Organizations run by or working with people with disabilities are explicitly encouraged to apply, signaling a priority for inclusive community development and participation.
The program has strict prohibitions, and proposals that include these items in the budget will not be considered. SSH funds cannot pay for operating or recurring costs such as salaries, rent, routine administrative expenses, maintenance costs, or fuel. It also cannot cover individual travel expenses (lodging, transportation, meals, fuel). The program does not fund religious, police, law enforcement, prison-related, political, military, or partisan election-related activities, including anything that could appear to support a candidate or political party. Other unallowable costs include Value Added Taxes, vehicles (purchase, operation, or maintenance), sports supplies or equipment, ongoing education or training programs, and perishable goods including food or medicine. Projects with unmitigated negative environmental impacts (for example, dams or roads through forest lands) are excluded, as are any activities that would benefit employees of the U.S. government.
Administrative details in the source listing include the funding opportunity number AFMDG SSH 21 01, agency name Department of State, U.S. Mission to Madagascar, CFDA number 19.700, and an original closing date of June 15, 2021, with the award ceiling set at USD 10,000.Apply for AFMDG SSH 21 01
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Madagascar in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Program – Small Grants" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.700.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 14, 2021.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 15, 2021. (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 $10,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 10 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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